if its a syphon it can only go over the overflow.
if its a push button then it can go over the overflow or be passing the seal at the base of the flush valve.
hi-spec plumbing & heating (essex)
August 2009
Alter water level in the cistern there should be adjusitng rod/nut on the inlet float assembly.
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