Draw or trace hole area from behind

Step 5:

Place the flange bolts back into the slots on the flange and the wax ring on the bottom of the toilet.

Align toilet

Step 6:

Now comes the part where you need help.  Lift the toilet up, being careful not to set the toilet down, and place it over the flange.  Have your helper guide the toilet back over the flange bolts.  If you have difficulty getting the bolts to align, place a straw over the bolt(s).

Tighten nuts

Step 7:

Tighten the nuts by hand until they are snug.  Now gently tighten the nuts with a wrench.  DO NOT over-tighten these as the toilet may crack.  Check the nuts in a few days to make sure that they are still tight.  A line of caulk around the base is often required by local codes.  Check with you building department.

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