Sloan #ST100500 Genuine OEM Flushmate Cartridge Removal Wrench

This tool is a bit pricey but it works perfectly. I have three Sloan Flushmate toilets in my home and have replaced the cartridges in all three in the last 17 years. In the past I've used the "pliers handle" method that the Sloan instructions suggest. That's a bit of a pain so this time around I decided to invest in this wrench and it works perfectly. One suggestion: Before installing the cartridge, lubricate the threads with some liquid soap or hair conditioner. I used some of the latter and it makes the cartridge much easier to turn and seat properly. Even if you only replace the cartridge every 17 years, this tool will be worth the price.

I’ve only had to swap my valve once so far since owning the power flush. I will say, when the valve goes out, you need to swap it now. Sure you can get it out other ways, but if you want to do it right, have the right tool. I didn’t want risk it so I got this tool. with the valve. It’s only plastic, but it’s also being used on plastic. You don’t really want a metal tool tearing up a plastic housing. It made the job painless and quick. I stash it in the tank so I don’t lose it. Considering keeping a spare valve on hand too. Worth having in my opinion.

It do it's job

Couldn’t do the job without it. Nice quality and fit was perfect. I hope I can find it in 5-6 years when I need to replace the cartridge again.

Poor quality broke all the times ans still couldn't undo, had to get a metal one

If you have the Sloan FlushMate tank/flush system then this tool is a must (picture 1)! There are several ways to remove the FlushMate cartridge but this is by far the easiest method. I have four of these systems and all will need to be replaced in 1-2 years. This was especially helpful since I have a "banjo" style countertop (picture 2) over two of my toilet tanks which make it more difficult to get the cartridge out. The cartridge tool slips right down over the cartridge and then you have a choice of additional tools to use to operate the cartridge tool. Notice there is a square hole in the top of the cartridge tool (picture 3). Unfortunately, a 1/2" driver will not fit into that square hole; I consider this the only flaw in the cartridge tool. A Crescent Wrench (adjustable spanner wrench), a 7/8" socket or a 7/8" combination wrench will work to operate the cartridge tool. The cartridge tool made this into a 10 minute evolution vice taking much much longer without it.

Used this tool to remove the cartridge from the Flushmate power assist toilet. Worked as intended and made the repair super easy and fast.

Made it easy to remove cartridge