Kohler K-706139 Assembly instructions

Installation and Care Guide
Pivot Shower Doors
Mproduct numbers are for Mexico (i.e. K-12345M)
Los números de productos seguidos de Mcorresponden a México
(Ej. K-12345M)
Français, page “Français-1”
Español, página“ Español-1”
K-706139, K-706141
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Tools and Materials
Before You Begin
WARNING: Risk of serious injury. Damage prior to installation can result in glass shattering.
Inspect the glass and all parts for damage before installation.
WARNING: Risk of serious injury. Improper installation can result in glass shattering. Follow all
installation instructions.
WARNING: Risk of serious injury. Do not cut tempered glass. Tempered glass will shatter if cut.
WARNING: Risk of serious injury. Shower door and side panels can shatter. Regularly inspect the
glass and all parts for damage, missing, or loose parts.
WARNING: Risk of serious injury. Always wear safety glasses while cutting and drilling.
CAUTION: Risk of personal injury. Tempered glass should not contact hard surfaces or it may
shatter. Do not touch the edge of the tempered glass panel with tools or any hard objects.
IMPORTANT! Leave this manual for the end user. Read these instructions before installing or using this
product.
IMPORTANT! This door is designed to accommodate walls that are less than 3/8″(10 mm) out of plumb.
Verify the area the door will be attached to is within 3/8″(10 mm) of plumb. The door may not function
properly if the wall is more than 3/8″(10 mm) out of plumb.
Before starting the installation, lay out and identify all of the parts. Inspect them for damage.
Place a drop cloth in the bottom of your shower to cover your drain and ease clean-up.
Closely follow the manufacturer’s instructions pertaining to the sealant application on the door.
Sealing areas other than those shown may cause leaking.
Two people should perform this installation.
If your model includes a return panel, follow the return panel instructions and consult these
instructions as needed.
Included:
•6 mm Drill Bit
• 2 mm and 3 mm Hex Wrench
Caulk Gun 100% Silicone Sealant
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Parts Identification
Anchor
Cap
#8 x 1-1/2"
Screw
Wall Jamb
Filler Strip
Anchor
Filler Strip
Wall Jamb
#8 x 1-1/2"
Screw
Handle
Cap
Long Seal
Seal
Short Seal
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1. Determine the Door Configuration
IMPORTANT! Install the pivot side of the door on the side opposite the showerhead for easy access to
shower controls.
Determine whether the door will pivot on the right or left side.
Confirm no accessories will contact the door panel when it is opened or closed.
Make sure the door can swing freely in the chosen configuration.
Top View
Swing open toward left
Swing open toward right
Images are for reference only.
Not actual product.
Top View
Note:
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2. Prepare for Installation
IMPORTANT! This door is designed to accommodate walls that are less than 3/8″(10 mm) out of plumb.
Verify the area the door will be attached to is within 3/8″(10 mm) of plumb. The door may not function
properly if the wall is more than 3/8″(10 mm) out of plumb.
NOTE: Cover the drain hole or close the drain to avoid losing parts.
Confirm the shower base is level.
Confirm the walls are within 3/8″(10 mm) of plumb.
Mark the wall 3/8″(10 mm) from the front edge of the shower base. Repeat for the other side.
Cut the zip tie and remove the wall jamb from the door frame.
3/8"
(10 mm)
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3. Prepare the Strike Side Wall Jamb
IMPORTANT! Do not install the strike side wall jamb until instructed. The strike side wall jamb is on the
same side as the door handle holes.
Position the strike side wall jamb on the wall 3/8″(10 mm) from the front ledge of the shower
base.
Plumb the wall jamb using a level.
Temporarily secure the wall jamb with masking tape.
Mark the location of the four wall jamb slots on the wall.
Remove the masking tape, then move the wall jamb to a safe area.
IMPORTANT! The supplied 6 mm drill bit is not suitable for drilling through tile. For tile installations,
usea6mmtile bit.
Slowly drill the marked hole location, using the provided 6 mm drill bit for non-tiled walls.
Insert an anchor into each hole. Make sure the anchors are flush with the finished wall.
3/8"
(10 mm)
6 mm
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4. Install the Pivot Side Wall Jamb
Position the pivot side wall jamb on the wall 3/8″(10 mm) from the front ledge of the shower base.
Plumb the wall jamb using a level.
Temporarily secure the wall jamb with masking tape.
Mark the location of the four wall jamb slots on the wall.
Remove the masking tape, then move the wall jamb to a safe area.
IMPORTANT! The supplied 6 mm drill bit is not suitable for drilling through tile. For tile installations,
usea6mmtile bit.
Slowly drill the marked hole location, using the provided 6 mm drill bit for non-tiled walls.
Insert an anchor into each hole. Make sure the anchors are flush with the finished wall.
Secure the wall jamb to the wall using the four #8 x 1-1/2″screws.
3/8"
(10 mm)
6 mm
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5. Position the Door Assembly
CAUTION: Risk of injury. Tempered glass should not contact hard surfaces or it may shatter. Do
not touch the edge of the tempered glass panel with tools or any hard objects.
Position the strike side wall jamb on the door frame.
Slide the pivot side of the door frame into the installed pivot side wall jamb.
Adjust the door frame until it is in the final installation position.
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6. Center the Door Frame
Open the door.
Confirm the strike side wall jamb holes are aligned with the anchors. Adjust if needed.
On the strike side of the frame, insert the supplied guide into one of the screw holes.
Insert a #8 x 1-1/2″into the guide and tighten.
Remove the guide.
Repeat for the other three screw holes.
Center the door frame between the wall jambs. Dimension Xshould be the same on both sides.
NOTE: Leave a small gap at the handle side of the door for clearance from the strike jamb. The door will
not close properly without this gap.
Guide
XX
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7. Install the Door Assembly
Confirm the door frame is square. Adjust the frame if needed following the adjustment steps in this
manual.
On one of the wall jambs, using the supplied 3 mm hex wrench, turn each of the three locking
screws clockwise 1/4 turn to lock the door frame in place.
Repeat with the second wall jamb.
1/4 Turn
3 mm
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8. Install the Handle
Position the handle with the inserts on the door. The inserts should go through the corresponding
holes.
Install gaskets on the inserts.
Slide the second handle onto the inserts.
Secure the handle by tightening the two setscrews in the handle.
2 mm
Insert
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9. Install the Cover Seal and Strip
Apply Silicone Sealant
Partially remove the strike jamb seal from the bottom of the strike jamb.
Apply a small amount of silicone sealant behind the strike jamb seal.
Push the strike jamb seal back into place.
Remove any excess silicone sealant.
Install the Cover Seal and Strip
Install the cover seal.
Position the wall jamb filler strip next to the channel in the jamb, with it positioned slightly above
the opening.
Angle the filler strip into the channel.
Rotate the filler strip into place starting at the top and working down.
Push the filler strip down until it is flush with the top of the wall jamb.
Repeat with the second wall jamb.
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10. Install the Door Seal
NOTE: View shown above is from inside the shower.
Install the long seal to the bottom of the door panel from the strike side to the hinge bracket.
Install the short seal to the bottom of the door panel from the hinge bracket to the edge of the
panel.
Install the seal to the pivot side of the door panel.
Pivot
Long Seal
Short Seal
Seal
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11. Adjust the Door
Open and close the door panel and check for smooth operation and correct alignment.
If the door catch needs adjustment, adjust the door catch in or out by turning the setscrew with the
supplied 2 mm hex wrench.
If the door panel contacts the base or is out of alignment, adjustment is required.
Remove the cover.
To make adjustments, loosen the locking screw and turn the adjustment screw to adjust the door as
needed with the supplied 3 mm hex wrench.
Check for smooth operation and alignment.
Repeat until final adjustment has been reached.
Tighten the locking screw.
Reinstall the cover.
2 mm
3 mm
Locking
Screw
Adjustment
Screw
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12. Complete the Installation
IMPORTANT! Carefully follow the silicone sealant manufacturer’s instructions for application and curing
time.
NOTE: When applying silicone sealant, tape the area and use alcohol pads or denatured alcohol for
cleanup.
Apply silicone sealant to the seams as shown.
Apply a small amount of silicone sealant to the underside of each cap.
Install the caps to the top of the wall jambs.
Care and Cleaning
For best results, keep the following in mind when caring for your KOHLER product:
•Always test your cleaning solution on an inconspicuous area before applying to the entire surface.
•Wipe surfaces clean and rinse completely with water immediately after applying cleaner. Rinse and
dry any overspray that lands on nearby surfaces.
•Do not allow cleaners to soak on surfaces.
•Use a soft, dampened sponge or cloth. Never use an abrasive material such as a brush or scouring
pad to clean surfaces.
•The ideal cleaning technique is to rinse thoroughly and wipe the product dry after each use.
For detailed cleaning information and products to consider, visit www.kohler.com/clean. To order Care &
Cleaning information, call 1-800-456-4537.
Apply
silicone
sealant.
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Warranty
ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
KOHLER plumbing products are warranted to be free of defects in material and workmanship for one year
from date of installation.
Kohler Co. will, at its election, repair, replace or make appropriate adjustment where Kohler Co. inspection
discloses any such defects occurring in normal usage within one (1) year after installation. Kohler Co. is not
responsible for removal or installation costs. Use of in-tank toilet cleaners will void the warranty.
To obtain warranty service contact Kohler Co. either through your Dealer, Plumbing Contractor, Home
Center or E-tailer, or by writing Kohler Co., Attn.: Customer Care Center, 444 Highland Drive, Kohler, WI
53044, USA, or by calling 1-800-4-KOHLER (1-800-456-4537) from within the USA and Canada, and
001-800-456-4537 from within Mexico, or visit www.kohler.com within the USA, www.ca.kohler.com from
within Canada, or www.mx.kohler.com in Mexico.
IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THAT OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXPRESSLY LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS
WARRANTY. KOHLER CO. AND/OR SELLER DISCLAIM ANY LIABILITY FOR SPECIAL,
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states/provinces do not allow limitations on how
long an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion or limitation of special, incidental or consequential damages,
so these limitations and exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You
may also have other rights which vary from state/province to state/province.
This is Kohler Co.’s exclusive written warranty.
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Guide d’installation et d’entretien
Portes de douche à pivot
Outils et matériel
Avant de commencer
AVERTISSEMENT: Risque de blessures graves. Des dommages avant l’installation peuvent
entraîner des éclatements de verre. Inspecter le verre et toutes les pièces pour y rechercher des
dommages avant l’installation.
AVERTISSEMENT: Risque de blessures graves. Une installation incorrecte peut entraîner des
éclatements de verre. Suivre toutes les instructions d’installation.
AVERTISSEMENT: Risque de blessures graves. Ne pas couper le verre trempé. Le verre trempé
éclate lorsqu’il est coupé.
AVERTISSEMENT: Risque de blessures graves. La porte de la douche et les panneaux latéraux
peuvent éclater. Inspecter régulièrement le verre et toutes les pièces pour y rechercher des
dommages, ou des pièces manquantes ou desserrées.
AVERTISSEMENT: Risque de blessures graves. Toujours porter des lunettes de sécurité pendant
la découpe et le perçage.
ATTENTION: Risque de blessures. Le verre trempé ne doit pas entrer en contact avec des surfaces
dures, car il risquerait de se briser. Ne pas toucher le bord du panneau de verre trempé avec des
outils ou d’autres objets durs.
IMPORTANT! Laisser ce manuel pour l’utilisateur final. Lire ces instructions avant d’installer ou d’utiliser
ce produit.
IMPORTANT! Cette porte est conçue pour s’adapter à des murs qui ont un faux aplomb de moins de
3/8″(10 mm). Vérifier que la zone sur laquelle la porte sera fixée est comprise dans un rayon de 3/8″(10
mm) de l’aplomb. La porte risque de ne pas fonctionner correctement si le faux aplomb du mur est
supérieur à 3/8″(10 mm).
Avant de commencer l’installation, étaler et identifier toutes les pièces. Vérifier qu’elles sont en bon
état.
Inclus:
• Mèche de 6 mm
• Clé hexagonale de 2 mm et 3 mm
Pistolet à mastic Mastic à la silicone à 100%
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Avant de commencer (cont.)
Placer une toile de protection dans le bas de la douche pour recouvrir le drain et faciliter le
nettoyage.
Suivre de près les instructions du fabricant relatives à l’application de mastic sur la porte. Le
scellage de zones qui ne sont pas indiquées pourrait créer des fuites.
Deux personnes doivent effectuer cette installation.
Si le modèle en question comprend un panneau de retour, suivre les instructions relatives au
panneau de retour et consulter ces instructions selon les besoins.
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Identification des pièces
Cheville
d'ancrage
Capuchon
Vis de
#8 x 1-1/2"
Montant de mur
Bande de bourrage
Cheville
d'ancrage
Bande de
bourrage
Montant
de mur
Vis de
#8 x 1-1/2"
Poignée
Capuchon
Joint
d'étanchéité
Joint d'étanchéité long
Joint d'étanchéité court
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1. Déterminer la configuration de la porte
IMPORTANT! Installer le côté avec pivotement de la porte sur le côté opposé de la pomme de douche
afin de faciliter l’accès aux commandes de la douche.
Déterminer si la porte pivotera sur la droite ou la gauche.
Vérifier qu’aucun accessoire n’entre en contact avec le panneau de porte lorsque celle-ci est ouverte
ou fermée.
S’assurer que la porte peut pivoter librement dans la configuration choisie.
Vue supérieure
Ouverture vers la gauche
Ouverture vers la droite
Images sont pour
référence uniquement.
Pas le produit actuel.
Vue supérieure
Remarque:
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