Flushing handle won't self return

[G4WIL]

Hi ,I've checked through the threads but can't find one pertaining to my problem

Problem is, ceramic handle on toilet cistern doesn't return after use and requires assistance.
Looking inside reveals connection to a plunger . the mechanism isn't jambed/ tight etc. The toilet flushes no problem !
The cistern has a standard syphon . Water inlet is a ball cock ( good flow and shut off )
This is a close coupled toilet ,age approx 12 years !

G4wil

 

[Blake]

Check where the handle goes into the cistern, if the nut is too tight this can stop the handle moving freely. Remove the clip that joins the handle to the siphon and then just test that the handle moves freely and is not catching anywhere. Other than that, you are relying on the spring in the siphon to pull the handle back to it's resting position.

 

[G4WIL]

Thank you bronzino,
Although in a soft water area I guess there was a sufficient dusting of lime scale around the mechanism to impede its action .
Did as suggested , made a free! mechanism freer! and all is A Okay!!
Once again thank you, your quick response has saved my Sunday
G4WIL-John.

 

[WHPES]

Rub a candle over the plunger rod which goes up and down in the syphon.

 

[G4WIL]

I eventually stripped syphon down only to find return compression spring broken in 3 pieces . I chose the longest piece, stretched it and rebuilt syphon.
Success but I guess it will only be a temporary solution .
Replacement springs hard to find ,so I reckon a new syphon is in the offing.

John

 

[WHPES]

New syphons are only about a fiver from Screwfix

 

[markproperjob]

if youre going the whole hog, why not buy a retro fit push button syphon kit from plumbcentre, costs more than a fiver, but no plunger diagphram to tear or springs to break, and you get to ditch handle for nice 2 stage button unit!