Kohler LOVEE User manual

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LOV EÉ
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
FREESTANDING CAST IRON BATH, WOOD APRON
K-99206T
BEFORE YOU BEGINBEFORE YOU BEGIN
, 2014
Copyright Kohler China Ltd., 2014
PRODUCT REQUIREMENTSPRODUCT REQUIREMENTS
B. Installer Hazard Notification
CAUTION!! Risk of personal injury.
Cast iron baths are extremely heavy, and need
at least 5 persons for help. Wear appropriate
safety equipment when installing these products.
A. Introduction
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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 is based on the latest product
information available at the time of publication.
Kohler Co. reserves the right to make changes in
product characteristics, packaging, or availability at
any time without notice.
These instructions contain important care, cleaning,
and warranty information-please leave these
instructions for the consumer.
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A. Summary Of Key Requirements
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Observe all local plumbing codes.
Install the bath tub to a level floor.
Provide properly-dimensioned space.
Ensure that the drain locates within the range of the
bath outlet (300 300mm).
Make sure the flooring offers adequate support for
your bath.
Observe all local plumbing and building codes.
Be careful with the painted surfaces of the back of
the bath and its wood surround to avoid scratch
during transportation and installation.
Do not support the bath by the rim.
CAUTION: Risk of product or property
damage.
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B. Product Inspection
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Uncrate and inspect bath for damage. Leave all
materials in the crate during construction to prevent
damage.
Carefully open the wood surround cartons and
remove the components and hardware pack.
Inspect all the wooden pieces for damage.
If you observe any damage, do not install the bath
or the wood surround. Report the specific problem
to your dealer.
B. Clearance Requirements
Check the rough-in and room dimensions to provide
adequate available space for the bath unit.
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Safety glasses
Tape measure
Pencil
Level
Blade screwdriver
Phillips screwdriver
Pliers
Sealant
Square
Knife
Conventional woodworking tools and materials
Drop cloth 2 4,sor2 6
,s
Water-resistant wall material
Metal shims
Adjustable wrench
Hex wrench
Rags
A. Tools And Materials Required (Not Supplied)
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTSINSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
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SITE REQUIREMENTSSITE REQUIREMENTS
B. Preparation
Note:
Note:
Adequate floor support must be provided. Refer to
roughing-in sheet packed with your bath for specific floor
loading requirements.
Make sure the floor offers adequate support for your
bath and verify that the subfloor is flat and level.
When assembling the apron, make sure there is
sufficient space to move around the structure.
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A. Old Bath Removal (if necessary)
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C. Plumbing Preparation
Position the plumbing according to rough-in dimensions.
Check the supplies for leaks.
INSTALL THE FREESTANDING BATHINSTALL THE FREESTANDING BATH
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1. Lift the bath from the package base and place it to
the predetermined position. Install the adjustable
feet to level the bath. Ensure that the bottom edge is
at least 520mm above the floor.
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Install the plumbing
Install the bath drain. Please refer to the installation
instruction of Bath Drain K-17758T. Don't fix the
drain tail piece first.
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3. Apron Preparations
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beside the bath. Adjust the apron height to 520mm
with the adjustable feet.
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5. Level the bath and adjust apron gap to about 15mm.
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Install the apron
Lift the bath at least 530mm above the floor, put the
apron right under the bath. The gap side of the
apron should face the overflow side of the bath.
Connect the drain plumbing with the floor drain.
Apply silicone sealant to seal. Set the bath bottom
base evenly into the floating board base, then lay
down the bath slowly.
Apron Adjustable Feet
Gap side should face the overflow.
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INSTALL THE PLUMBINGINSTALL THE PLUMBING
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NOTE: Provide access to all plumbing connections to
simplify future maintenance.
Open the hot and cold water supplies and check all
connections for leaks.
Run water into the bath and check the drain
connections for leaks.
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CAUTION: Risk of product or property
damage.
Note:
Do not support the bath by the rim.
Provide adequate support under the feet.
Do not move the bath by its wood
surround.
COMPLETE THE INSTALLATIONCOMPLETE THE INSTALLATION
Cast Iron Surfaces
CAUTION:
Wood Surround Surfaces
When cleaning up after installation, do not use abrasive
cleaners, as they may scratch and dull the bath
surface. Use warm water and a liquid, non-abrasive
detergent to clean the surface.
Do not allow cleaners containing
petroleum distillates to remain in contact with the
surfacer long periods of time.
Remove stubborn stains, paint, or tar with turpentine or
paint thinner.
Remove plaster by scraping with a wood edge. Do not
use metal scrapers, wire brushes, or other metal tools.
You can use a powder-type detergent on a damp cloth
to provide mild abrasive action to any residual plaster.
When cleaning up, do not use abrasive cleaners, as
they may scratch and dull the wood surround surface.
Use warm water and a clean cloth to clean the surface.
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IMPORTANT CONSUMER INFORMATIONIMPORTANT CONSUMER INFORMATION
Safeguard ASME/ANSI
A112.19.1M
pH 3 8 (
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The Safeguard slip resistant surface on this bathtub
meets or exceeds the requirements of ASME/ANSI for
A112.19.1M slip resistance.
Improper maintenance or cleansers may
permanently remove the slip resistant surface on
Kohler bathtubs.
All housekeeping and maintenance
employees must be trained in the proper cleaning of
Kohler bathtubs. Post a copy of this notice in a readily-
visible location.
use steel wool, wire brushes, metal scrapers
or abrasive sponge pads to clean a Kohler bath tub.
use buffing machines on the slip resistant
surface.
use high alkaline or strong acid cleansers.
use abrasive cleansers. Use only non-
abrasive cleansers and a soft nylon brush to clean the
slip resistant surface.
When using commercial cleansers, use cleansers
with a pH of between three and eight.
When using commercial cleansers, use cleansers
with a pH of between three and eight.
Follow cleanser manufacturer instructions very
carefully.
DANGER!!
NOTICE:
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