Kohler K-T16236 User manual

Installation Guide
High-Flow Bath Faucet Trim
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K-T16236
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Tools and Materials
Before You Begin
Observe all local plumbing and building codes.
Shut off the water supply.
Install the required valves, K-438-K-NA or K-P438-K-NA, prior to
installing the product. Refer to the installation instructions packed
with the valves.
Kohler Co. reserves the right to make revisions in the design of
faucets without notice, as specified in the Price Book.
Adjustable
Wrench
Plumbers
Putty
Hex Wrench
5/32"
Strap
Wrench
• Rags
Plus:
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1. Remove the Guard and Cap
Make sure the valves are closed (cold = fully counterclockwise;
hot = fully clockwise).
Turn off the main water supply.
Remove and discard the guard.
WARNING: Risk of personal injury. Do not lean over the
pipe plug when turning or removing the pipe plug. The
water supply lines may be pressurized, causing water to
spray or purge when removing the pipe plug.
NOTICE: Water may spray from the diverter body when you
remove the cap.
Wrap a rag around the cap to prevent water spray.
Carefully remove and discard the cap.
Cap
Guard
Diverter Body
Close Hot
Close Cold
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2. Install the Spout
NOTICE: To avoid damage to the O-ring on the diverter body, keep
the diverter tube clean.
TIP: To easily install the lift rod, lift up and hold the stem with a
pair of pliers.
Fully insert the lift rod into the stem of the diverter body.
Install the diverter tube over the lift rod and into the diverter
body.
Loosen the setscrew on the spout assembly until it is clear of the
inside wall of the spout.
Apply a ring of plumbers putty or other sealant around the
underside of the spout base according to the sealant
manufacturer’s instructions.
Position the spout over the diverter tube, then carefully press
down until the spout contacts the finished deck.
Rotate the spout until it is aligned to face straight forward.
Retighten the setscrew.
Push the plug button into place over the setscrew.
Install the lift knob onto the lift rod.
Remove any excess plumbers putty or sealant.
Diverter Body
Diverter Tube
Spout Assembly
Setscrew
Plug Button
Lift Rod
Lift Knob
Finished Deck
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3. Install the Handles
Apply a bead of plumbers putty or other sealant around the
bottom of each adapter according to the sealant manufacturer’s
instructions.
Thread an adapter onto each valve.
Install a stem extension onto each valve, then securely tighten
with a screw.
NOTE: For lever handle assemblies: The lever handle must point
away from the spout when in the closed position.
With the setscrew hole facing toward the wall, fit a handle
assembly over each valve.
Tighten each handle assembly in place with a setscrew.
Press a plug button over each setscrew.
Remove any excess plumbers putty or sealant.
Valve
Setscrew
Setscrew
Adapter
Screw
Cross Handle Assembly
Lever Handle Assembly
Plug Button
Plug Button
Stem Extension
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