Kohler K-706145 Assembly instructions

Installation and Care Guide
Sliding Shower Door
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-706145, K-706147
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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 instruction 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.
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
Track
Cover Strip
Cover Strip
Wall Jamb
Seal
Cap
Cap
Cap
Wall Jamb
Magnetic
Strip
Seal
Track
Handle
Screw
Cap
Track Seal
Track Seal
Door
Fixed Panel
Fixed Panel
Seal
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1. Prepare for Installation
NOTE: Cover the drain hole to avoid losing parts.
Confirm the shower base is level.
Confirm the walls are within 3/8″(10 mm) of plumb.
Mark the walls 3/8″(10 mm) from the front edge of the bath or shower base.
3/8"
(10 mm)
3/8"
(10 mm)
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2. Install the Fixed Panel Seal
Remove the wall jamb from the fixed panel.
Unroll and attach the fixed panel seal.
Install the seal to the top of the fixed panel.
Cut the seal to the correct length.
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3. Install the Track
Insert the track seal into the track.
Spray water on the fixed panel seal for lubrication.
Position the track over the fixed panel seal.
Confirm the fixed panel seal is properly seated in the track.
Secure the track in place with the provided screws.
Track Seal
Track
Fixed Panel
Seal
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4. Install the Second Seal
Rotate the assembly to position the track on the floor.
Unroll and attach the fixed panel seal to the fixed panel.
Cut the seal to the correct length.
Track
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5. Install the Second Track
Insert the door seal into the track.
Align the side frame with the track.
Spray water on the fixed panel seal for lubrication.
Position the track over the seal.
Confirm the seal is correctly located.
Secure in place with the provided screws.
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6. Mark the Wall Jamb Locations
Position a wall jamb at the mark 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.
Make a pencil mark at each of the four slot locations in the wall jamb.
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 drilla6mmhole at each of the four marked hole locations, using the provided 6 mm drill
bit for non-tiled walls.
IMPORTANT! The provided wall anchors may not be appropriate for all wall material. Use another wall
anchor when needed.
Insert an anchor in each hole. Make sure the anchors are flush with the finished wall.
3/8"
(10 mm)
6 mm
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7. Install the Wall Jambs
Position the second wall jamb at the mark 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.
Make a pencil mark at each of the four slot locations in the wall jamb.
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 drilla6mmhole at each of the four marked hole locations, using the provided 6 mm drill
bit for non-tiled walls.
IMPORTANT! The provided wall anchors may not be appropriate for all wall material. Use another wall
anchor when needed.
Insert an anchor in 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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