Automatic Toilet Flusher

Motion Sensor Toilet Flusher: What You Need to Know

Automatic toilet flushers are ideal for all commercial and public restrooms, including those in restaurants, retail stores, offices, and schools. Automatic toilets in high-use restrooms are flushed consistently, eliminating common touchpoints and reducing janitorial needs.

For restrooms that see only occasional use, automatic urinal flushers and toilet flushers offer the same cleanliness benefits, with a daily flush feature that prevents sewer gas buildup when toilets aren't in use.

Common Questions About Automatic Toilet Flushers

How do automatic toilets flush?

These units technically aren't motion sensor toilet flushers but rather sensors that detect the presence of a user. Toilet auto-flush equipment uses a built-in infrared sensor to determine when a person is in range to use the toilet or urinal. This range is adjustable, so it's compatible with toilets of different sizes. When the user steps away and reaches a preset distance from the sensor, it detects that the user is no longer present and activates the motor to flush. Toilet models often have a button on the front so a user can manually flush if needed.

Are there any other benefits of an automatic toilet flusher?

While the main benefit of an automatic flusher is that there's one less surface guests and employees must touch in the restroom, automatic flushing can also limit damage from toilet stoppage and other vandalism. Automatic toilet flushers will typically also last longer than handles because they're less likely to be kicked by the user.

How are automatic toilet flushers powered?

Automatic urinal flushers and automatic toilet flushers are powered by batteries, meaning there's no need for an external power supply. When power is low, an indicator light or audible low-battery alarm will alert the user.

How long do batteries in a sensor toilet flusher last?

Batteries in an automatic toilet flusher typically last about last 3 years or 100,000 flushes.

How do you install an automatic toilet flusher?

Users can install these flushers in a few minutes or less using the included tools and adapters. Shutting the water off typically isn't needed, and installation involves either removing the existing handle and replacing it with the flusher or leaving it in place and clamping the flusher over it.

What if the sensor is broken?

Because installing these sensor toilet flushers includes minimal changes to existing fixtures, operators can uninstall them and revert to a handle-operated flush system just as easily as they installed them. This offers a fall back until damaged sensors can be repaired or replaced. Some units also include a courtesy flush button, ensuring users can flush toilets in a pinch.