Kohler Ceric K-8335-0 User manual

1420044-2-C
Installation Instructions
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Tools and Materials
100% Silicone Sealant Sealant Tape Rubber Mallet*
Plus:
• Drop Cloth
• Lifting Straps
• Common Woodworking Tools
• 1-1/2" PVC Pipe [Approximately 6" (152 mm) Long]*
• 1-1/2" 11-1/2 NPSM Adapter
• PVC Glue
*Applies to 5" Drain Assembly
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Before You Begin
CAUTION: Risk of personal injury. This bath is heavy. Obtain sucient help and use lifting straps to lift or move
the bath.
IMPORTANT! Install the bath on a level oor.
IMPORTANT! Drain parts are included in a small box within the carton. Locate and retain the small box before
discarding the carton and packing material.
Follow all local plumbing and building codes.
Unpack and inspect the product for damage. Return the product to the carton until installation.
To simplify future maintenance, provide access to plumbing connections.
This bath will not easily t through doorways. Carefully plan how to move the bath into the installation area.
Install the bath to an adequately supported, level nished oor.
This bath is designed for freestanding installation only.
This bath features an integral overow.
Install a oor- or ceiling-mount bath ller with this freestanding bath.
Your product may appear dierent than the one illustrated. The installation procedure is the same.
This bath conforms to CSA B45.5/IAPMO Z124.
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1. Identify Your Drain
5" Drain Assembly2-13/16" Drain Assembly
Ø5" (127 mm)
Ø2-13/16" (71 mm)
Verify which drain is included with your bath.
Follow the installation instructions for your drain.
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2. Prepare the Site – 2-13/16" Drain
X
Finished Floor
Drain
Pipe
NOTICE: Measure your product for site preparation. Note the model number on the packaging label, then visit the
product page at kohler.com for more information.
NOTICE: Provide adequate oor support.
Determine the location of the bath.
Verify that the suboor is level and oers adequate support for the bath.
Verify that the nished oor is level before proceeding.
Brass Installation
Insert the drain body into the bath.
Measure the distance "X" between the boom of the drain body and the oor.
Cut the pipe to extend "X" height above the oor.
PVC Installation
Insert the drain body into the bath.
Thread on a 1-1/2" 11-1/2 NPSM PVC adapter.
Measure the distance "X" between the inside of the adapter (where it meets the drain ange) and the oor.
Cut the pipe to extend "X" height above the oor.
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3. Install the 2-13/16" Drain
Apply a bead of 100% silicone sealant to the bath.
Nut
Washer
Drain Gasket
Drain Flange
Apply 100% silicone sealant to both sides.
CAUTION: Risk of personal injury. This bath is heavy. Obtain sucient help and use lifting straps to lift or move
the bath.
Place a drop cloth on the oor.
With assistance, use lifting straps to carefully place the bath on its side.
Apply 100% silicone sealant to both sides of the drain gasket to act as a lubricant.
Apply sealant tape to the drain ange threads.
Install the drain ange, drain gasket, and washer to the bath. Secure with the nut.
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4. Install the Bath – 2-13/16" Drain
2x4s
Drain Pipe
Bath Drain
Align.
Drain
Pipe
CAUTION: Risk of personal injury. This bath is heavy. Obtain sucient help and use lifting straps to lift or move
the bath.
CAUTION: Risk of property damage. Verify that any factory-installed drain connections have not become loose
during shipping. Tighten as needed to prevent leakage.
Stack together two 6' (1.8 m) lengths of 2x4 lumber. Secure the stacked 2x4s together with nails or screws.
Position the stacked 2x4s on each side of the drain pipe to temporarily support the bath.
With help, use lifting straps to carefully lift the bath into position on the 2x4s so the bath drain is over the drain pipe.
Carefully reposition the bath as needed so the bath drain is directly over the drain pipe.
Use lifting straps and get additional assistance to remove the 2x4 supports and carefully lower the bath to the oor.
Adjust the bath position as needed to verify that the drain pipe is centered in the bath drain hole.
Verify that the bath is level. Install shims as needed.
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5. Complete the Installation – 2-13/16" Drain
Optional
Cap Seal
Gasket
Drain Cover
Drain Flange
Drain Pipe
Drain Clicker
CAUTION: Risk of property damage. Provide a watertight seal on all drain connections.
CAUTION: Risk of personal injury. The edges of drain ange openings may be sharp.
NOTE: The drain cover and gaskets are included in a small box located within the carton.
NOTE: Verify that there is no interference with the drain ange openings.
For Brass Installation: Apply sealant tape between the drain ange and the drain pipe to create a watertight seal.
For PVC Installation: Apply 100% silicone sealant between the drain ange and the 1-1/2" 11-1/2 NPSP adapter to
create a watertight seal.
For PVC Installation: Apply PVC glue between the 1-1/2" 11-1/2 NPSM adapter and PVC pipe to create a watertight
seal.
Install the drain ange onto the drain pipe.
Insert the drain clicker into the drain ange.
Insert the cap seal gasket and drain cover into the drain ange.
Press the drain cover several times to verify that the drain opens and closes properly.
If desired, apply a thin, continuous bead of clear or color-matched silicone sealant to the seam between the bath and
the nished oor.
Install the bath ller following the faucet manufacturer’s instructions.
Close the bath drain.
Fill the bath to the overow and check the drain connections for leaks.
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6. Prepare the Site – 5" Drain
X
Drain Pipe
Finished Floor
Bath Model
K-1800
K-8331
K-8333
K-8332
K-8334
K-8335
K-8336
K-8337
1-7/8" (48 mm) Min
2-1/8" (54 mm) Max
"X" Dimension
5/8" (16 mm) Min
7/8" (22 mm) Max
1-1/8" (29 mm) Min
1-3/8" (35 mm) Max
1/2" (13 mm) Min
3/4" (19 mm) Max
5/8" (16 mm) Min
7/8" (22 mm) Max
5/8" (16 mm) Min
7/8" (22 mm) Max
1/2" (13 mm) Min
3/4" (19 mm) Max
1/2" (13 mm) Min
3/4" (19 mm) Max
NOTICE: Measure your product for site preparation. Note the model number on the packaging label, then visit the
product page at kohler.com for more information.
NOTICE: Provide adequate oor support.
Determine the location of the bath.
Position the bath so that the overow side of the bath faces the preferred direction.
Verify that the suboor is level and oers adequate support for the bath.
Verify that the nished oor is level before proceeding.
Insert the drain body into the bath.
Measure the distance "X" between the boom of the drain body and the oor.
Cut the pipe to extend "X" height above the oor.
Cut the standard PVC or brass drain pipe to extend "X" height above the oor.
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7. Install the 5" Drain
Apply 100% silicone
sealant to both sides.
Drain Gasket
Nut
Drain Flange
Flange Gasket
CAUTION: Risk of personal injury. This bath is heavy. Obtain sucient help and use lifting straps to lift or move
the bath.
Place a drop cloth on the oor.
With assistance, use lifting straps to carefully place the bath on its side.
NOTE: The drain cover and gaskets are included in a small box located within the carton.
Apply 100% silicone sealant to both sides of the ange gasket and drain gasket to act as a lubricant.
Apply sealant tape to the drain ange threads.
Install the ange gasket, drain ange, and drain gasket to the bath. Secure the drain ange with the nut.
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