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Old 30-12-2015, 05:04 PM   #1
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Hi,

I'm thinking of installing a auto top-up from a reservoir tank from top, using float as control.

Anyone has a DIY a similar system?

Where to get such mini float...

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Old 30-12-2015, 05:27 PM   #2
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Is that the same as the one used in the toilet bowl?
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Old 30-12-2015, 05:34 PM   #3
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Is that the same as the one used in the toilet bowl?
The toilet bowl one should work fine as well?
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Old 30-12-2015, 06:15 PM   #4
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The toilet bowl one should work fine as well?
yes, similar, but it is much smaller in size. about 4-5 cm in size only.
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Old 30-12-2015, 06:37 PM   #5
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the floating arm valve can be found in hardware shops selling sanitary accessories.
there are a variety of shapes and sizes available, can visit Jln Besar area for a look.

installation wise, it is pretty straight forward if you have a hole drilled at the right level. just screw in, tighten at the other end and slot in the hose.
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Old 30-12-2015, 11:47 PM   #6
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the floating arm valve can be found in hardware shops selling sanitary accessories.
there are a variety of shapes and sizes available, can visit Jln Besar area for a look.

installation wise, it is pretty straight forward if you have a hole drilled at the right level. just screw in, tighten at the other end and slot in the hose.
Those are quite big. Looking for mini float.
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Those are quite big. Looking for mini float.
yes, there are many designs for the floats and arms. small ones for compact design toilets.
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Those are quite big. Looking for mini float.


Got it from Motherland hardware shop.
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Got it from Motherland hardware shop.
Thanks.

I got my from a LFS over the weekend.
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Old 05-01-2016, 10:41 PM   #10
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any issue with this set up?
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