Kohler K-18347X Assembly instructions

Installation and Care Guide
Freestanding Acrylic Bath
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K-18347X
1119528-X2-A ©2010 Kohler Co.

1119528-X2-A 2 Kohler Co.
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Important Information
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to review this manual before you start installation. If you encounter any
installation or performance problems, please call 0-2204-6222 for Call Center
(Thailand). Thank you again for choosing Kohler Company.
Please read these instructions carefully to familiarize yourself with the required
tools, materials, and installation sequences. Follow the sections that pertain
to your particular installation. This will help you avoid costly mistakes.
In addition to proper installation, read all operating and safety instructions.
All information in this manual is based upon the latest product information
available at the time of publication. At Kohler, we constantly strive to improve
the quality of our products. We reserve the right to make changes in product
characteristics, packaging or availability at any time without notice.
NOTE: The bathtub pictured in the installation steps may dier from the
model being installed.
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO INSTALLERS!: Please leave these instructions for
the consumer. They contain important information.
In addition to installation procedures, this manual contains important care and
cleaning. Please retain for future reference.
¨Please provide adequate available space for the bath unit in accordance with
rough-in. Arrange the location of drain in advance.
¨ Bath can be installed aer the wall is completed. Bath drain supplies
should be arranged preliminarily according to the selected bath.
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Product Requirement
A. Summary Of Key Requirements
¨Observe all local plumbing codes.
¨Install the unit to a level suboor.
B.PlumbingSpecications
Conrm adequate mounting, connection of specied faucet for your installation.
C. Product Inspection
Unpack and inspect bath for damage. All Kohler’s baths have been manufactured
with sophisticated crasmanship. However, please inspect for any possible
damage that may have occurred in transit. Leave all materials in the crate
during construction to prevent damage.
NOTE: Damage occurred during transit shall not be covered by warranty.
D. New or Replacement Installation Requirements
For replacement: Remove the old bath, and remove enough old wall material and
oor covering from the area to allow for installation. Remove any old plumbing
that does not conform to the rough-in requirements.
For new installation: Position the plumbing according to the rough-in dimensions.

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Tool and Material
A. Tools Required
• Adjustable pipe wrench
• Tape measure
• Level
• Safety shoes/Safety glasses
• Square
• Screwdriver
• Pliers
• Utility knife • Adjustable wrench
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B. Materials Required
• Plumbers puy
• Tile (as necessary)
• Silicone sealant
• Gypsum cement (optional)
• Construction adhesive (optional)
• Protective covering for bathtub
• Nails
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¨
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  
   
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 



¨
¨
E. Clearance Requirements
¨Check the rough-in and room dimensions to provide adequate available
space for the bath unit.
¨ Make sure the ooring oers adequate support for your bath, and verify
that the suboor is at and level.

Kohler Co. 5 1119528-X2-A
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
• 
• 
• 
• 
• 
• 
• 
• 
• 

• 
• 
• 
• 
• 
• 
• 
Prepare the Site
NOTICE: Adequate oor support must be provided. Consult the roughing-in
sheet packed with your bath for specic oor loading requirements.
¨ Ensure the suboor oers adequate support for your bath.
¨ Ensure the suboor is level.
IMPORTANT! To ensure a successful installation, it is critical that bath be
installed on a perfectly level nished oor.
¨ Ensure the nished oor is perfectly level before proceeding with the bath
installation.

 

¨
¨
 
¨

1119528-X2-A 6 Kohler Co.
1. Install the Bath
¨ Adjust the feet under the bath to make it level. Tighten the nut on the
adjustable feet to sele the height of the bath.
IMPORTANT: The bath must be installed level on all top edges. Floor should
be at, level and free of any bumps or protrusions.
IMPORTANT: Adjust the height of the bath according to the Roughing-In.
Installation with Screw
(*This screw set is not provided)
¨ Fix guide bush onto the oor with anchors, washers and screws.
¨Apply silicone sealant around the end top of the drain hose. Connect the
drain hose with oor drain and make sure the drain hose protrudes from
the oor for a certain length to facilitate future bath removal.
¨Connect cold and hot supplies and check all connections for leak.
¨Insert guide pin into guide bush.
Installation with Silicone
¨ Fix guide bush onto the oor with silicone sealant.
¨Apply silicone sealant around the end top of the drain hose. Connect the
drain hose with oor drain and make sure the drain hose protrudes from
the oor for a certain length to facilitate future bath removal.
¨Connect cold and hot supplies and check all connections for leak.
¨Apply silicone oil to guide bush inside wall and guide pin outside wall.
Insert guide pin into guide bush.

Kohler Co. 7 1119528-X2-A
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¨
 

 

(*
¨
¨

¨
¨

¨
¨
 
¨
¨
 
พื้น
Floor
Bottom Frame
ฐานกรอบ ปลอกชุดรองขาฐาน
สลัก
Guide Pin
Guide Bush

1119528-X2-A 8 Kohler Co.
 

2. 
¨
¨ 


¨
Remove and Install the Freestanding Bath
If the freestanding bath needs removing, please follow the steps below:
¨ Li the bath levelly, now the guide pin could be freely pluged out of the
guide bush. Then remove the removable nut on the drain tailpiece.
¨ Start to mount the freestanding bath. Apply silicone oil to guide bush
inside wall and guide pin outside wall, then insert guide pin into guide
bush.
2. Install the Plumbing
¨Connect the drain to the trap according to the drain manufacturer’s
instructions.
¨Install the faucet valving according to the faucet manufacturer’s instruc-
tions. Do not install the faucet trim until instructed. Open the hot and cold
water supplies, and check the supply connections for leakage.
¨Run water into the bath, and check the drain connections for leakage.
CAUTION: Risk of property damage. A watertight seal must exist on
all bath drain connections. The watertight seal will prevent property
damage.

Kohler Co. 9 1119528-X2-A
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
¨
¨
 

Cleaning Your Acrylic Bath
 
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For best results, keep the following in mind when caring for your KOHLER
product:
• Use a mild detergent such as liquid dishwashing soap and warm water for
cleaning. Do not use abrasive cleaners that may scratch or dull the surface.
• Carefully read the cleaner product label to ensure the cleaner is safe for use
on the material.
• Always test your cleaning solution on an inconspicuous area before applying
to the entire surface.
• Do not allow cleaners to sit or soak on the surface.
• Wipe surfaces clean and rinse completely with water immediately aer
cleaner application. Rinse and dry any overspray that lands on nearby
surfaces.
• Use a so, dampened sponge or cloth. Never use an abrasive material such
as a brush or scouring pad to clean surfaces.

1119528-X2-A 10 Kohler Co.
Kohler (Thailand) Public Company Limited warrants to the original products,
which are purchased from authorized distributors and dealers within Kingdom
of Thailand only, to be free of defects in material and workmanship.
Within the below mentioned periods from the date of purchase, Kohler (Thailand)
Public Company Limited will at its election, repair, replace or make appropriate
adjustment where company’s inspection disclose any such defect occurring
in normal usage and maintenance but is not responsible for labor charges,
removal charges, installation, or other incidental or consequential costs. In
no event shall the liability of Kohler (Thailand) Public Company Limited
exceed the purchase price of the product.
•Acrylic Bath Five (5) Years
•Whirlpool Pump and Air Blower Two (2) Years
•Whirlpool Accessory One (1) Year
•Whirlpool connecting pipe assembly leakage* Five (5) Years
*Exclude the other pipe connecting, overow and bath drain (No Service
Access No Warranty)
This limited warranty DOES NOT COVER the defect or damage caused by
accident, natural disasters such as re, ood, or earthquake, misuse or abuse
of products. Improper care and cleaning will avoid the warranty. Consumers
are responsible for the cost of service parts and service fee for such cases.
To ensure continuous product quality and performance, as well as product
durability and lifetime, without any damage to the product, consumers should
purchase and use only genuine service parts and aer-sales services from
Kohler (Thailand) Public Company Limited or company’s authorized service
centers, distributors, or dealers only.
To obtain warranty service, please contact your authorized dealers or contact
the KOHLER Call Center, together with proof of purchase at;
KOHLER Call Center
Kohler (Thailand) Public Company Limited
16th Floor, Jasmine City Building 2
Soi Sukhumvit 23, Sukhumvit Road
Bangkok 10110
Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Remarks:
1. There may be variation in color delity between catalog images and actual
products.
2. Kohler (Thailand) Public Company Limited reserves the right to make
changes in product characteristics, packaging, or availability at any time
without notice.
COPYRIGHT ©2010 BY KOHLER (THAILAND) PUBLIC COMPANY LIMITED.
Limited Warranty