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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