Kohler K-994 User manual

Installation Guide
Floor-Mount Bath Faucet
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K-994 K-10129
1144501-2-E

Tools
Important Information
CAUTION: Risk of personal injury. Do not use the bath
filler as a grab bar or support bar when entering or exiting
the bath. The bath filler is not designed to support weight.
NOTICE: To avoid damage to the O-rings on the bottom of the
faucet, keep the faucet vertical and use care when installing the
faucet.
NOTE: A minimum operating pressure of 45 psi (310 kPa) required
for proper operation. If a pressure of less than 45 psi (310 kPa) is
present, contact a plumber or choose another faucet.
Observe all local plumbing and building codes.
Shut off the water supply.
A drill bit is provided for installation to wood support. A
different drill bit is required for concrete floor installations; this
bit is not provided.
The dimensions given assume the spout and bath are mounted on
the same surface. Adjust the dimensions accordingly if the spout
and bath are mounted on different surfaces.
If this product is installed with an overflowing bath, the outer rim
of the bath should slightly overlap the 2x4 framing.
Installer supplied copper tubing must be 5/8″OD (1/2″
Nominal).
Carefully review this document and any appropriate rough-in
sheets. Design the bath enclosure accordingly.
Sealant Tape
Pencil
Phillips Screwdriver
Tape Measure
Level
Drill
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Important Information (cont.)
The appearance of your faucet may differ from the illustrations in
this guide. The instructions still apply.
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1. Prepare the Site
NOTICE: Adequate floor support is required. The wood support
must be a minimum of 2″(51 mm) thick by 6″(152 mm) wide. 2x6
lumber is NOT adequate for this application.
26-3/8"
(670 mm) Min
27-3/16"
(691 mm)
Max
5-13/16"
(148 mm)
2" (51 mm) Min
2-3/4" (70 mm) Max
7-7/8"
(200 mm) Min
3-3/8"
(86 mm) Min
Finished
Wall
Finished
Floor
Floor
Joist
2" (51 mm) Min
6" (152 mm) Min
Floor
Joist
Wood Support
6" (152 mm) Min Width
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2. Spout Orientation
When performing this installation:
Verify correct spout orientation before securing the base to the
floor.
Connect the faucet to the base with screws and washers through
the flange. Orient the spout to the inside of the bath.
Rotate the base if necessary by loosening the screws to verify the
supplies are in line with the base inlet connections. You may have
to modify the supply lines.
The cold supply should be connected where the blue mark or the
notch is located.
Test the handle to verify full rotation will not interfere with the
bathing fixture or the back wall.
Inside of Bath
Finished Floor
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3. Install the Base
Locate the position on the wood support where the base will be
installed. Use the base as a guide to mark the mounting hole
locations.
Drill 1-1/2″(380 mm) deep holes with a 3/16″drill bit (provided)
using the marked locations as the center point.
Secure the base to the support with the screws and washers
provided.
Verify the base is level and tighten the screws.
Washer
Screw
Ø 3/16"
Mounting Hole
Wood Support
Floor Joist
Base
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4. Connect the Supplies
Apply sealant tape on the ½″NPT hot and cold supply pipes and
thread into the base.
NOTE: The base has a blue mark and a notch on the cold supply
side.
Insert the plug into the base.
Turn on the main water supply and check for leaks.
Turn off the main water supply.
Secure the guard onto the base with the screws provided.
Guard
Screw
Plug
Hot Supply
Cold Supply
Notch
Base
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5. Install the Finished Floor
Finish the floor leaving a 3″(76 mm) diameter hole for the guard.
Cut the guard so it is flush with the finished flooring.
Finished Floor
Guard
Ø 3" (76 mm)
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6. Install the Faucet
NOTICE: To avoid damage to the O-rings on the bottom of the
faucet, keep the faucet vertical and use care when installing the
faucet.
Remove the plug from the base.
Remove the rubber protector (not shown) from the faucet.
Place the faucet onto the base and insert the screws and washers
provided through the flange. Tighten the screws using the hex
wrench provided.
Escutcheon
Hex
Wrench
Screw
Flange
O-Rings
Plug
Base
Washer
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7. Install the Handshower
Remove the rubber protector (not shown) from the diverter and
install the hose.
Install the hose to the handshower and place into the holder.
Diverter
Handshower
Holder
Handshower
Screen
Washer
Hose
Gasket
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