Kohler K-728 Assembly instructions

Installation and Care Guide
Diverter or Transfer Valve
Mproduct numbers are for Mexico (i.e. K-12345M)
Los números de productos seguidos de
Mcorresponden a México (Ej.
K-12345M)
Français, page ″Français-1″
Español, página ″Español-1″
K-737, K-728
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Tools and Materials
Before You Begin
IMPORTANT! Risk of product damage. Do not apply direct heat
to the valve. Excessive heat will damage the plastic components and
plaster guard.
IMPORTANT! This valve is not intended to be used as a shut-off
valve. If less than three accessories will be installed, do not plug any
outlets without completing the two-way conversion.
Observe all local plumbing and building codes.
Do not remove the plaster guard until instructed to do so.
A mixed water supply is required for this valve.
Read these instructions and plan the installation before beginning.
Component location, spacing, and situational requirements can
vary.
Shut off the water supply.
Inspect the waste and supply tubing; replace if necessary.
Plus:
• 1/2" Piping or Copper
Tubing for outlets
• 3/4" Piping or Copper
Tubing for inlets
• 1/2" NPT Plug
Tubing Cutter
Solder
Thread Sealant
Propane
Torch
Hex Wrench
1/4"
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1. Prepare the Site
Provide a 2-7/8″(73 mm) to 3-1/8″(79 mm) diameter hole in the
wall material for the plaster guard.
Route a 3/4″mixed water supply line to the transfer valve
location.
Apply thread sealant to the inlet port threads and connect the
water supply to the valve inlet.
Two-Way: If two accessories will be attached to the valve, go to
the ″Two-Way Installation″section.
Three-Way: If three accessories will be attached to the valve, go
to the ″Three-Way Installation″section.
Plaster Guard
Max
Finished
Wall
Min
Finished
Wall
2-7/16"
(62 mm)
3-3/4" (95 mm)
Mixed Water
Supply 3/4" Copper
Tubing or Piping
Inlet
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2. Three-Way Installation
IMPORTANT! Do not remove the internal plug from the valve
body for three-way installations. The plug connects the left and right
ports allowing either to be used for an additional accessory.
Install 1/2″copper tubing or piping for all accessories. Securely
fasten the piping and outlet ells to the framing.
Install temporary 1/2″nipples in the outlet ells so they extend a
minimum of 2″(51 mm) beyond the finished wall.
Turn on the water supply to the valve and check for proper
operation and leakage. Once everything is verified, turn off the
water.
Install caps on the temporary bath and shower nipples. Turn on
the water and check for leaks. Once no leakage is verified, turn
off the water.
Complete the finished wall.
Accessory Water Lines
1/2" Copper Tubing or Piping
Mixed Water Supply
3/4" Copper Tubing or Piping
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3. Two-Way Installation
IMPORTANT! This valve is not intended to be used as a shut-off
valve. Do not plug any outlets without completing the two-way
conversion.
Two-Way Conversion
Temporarily remove the plaster guard.
Rotate the detent until positioned vertically, as illustrated.
Verify the missing tooth is oriented up.
IMPORTANT! If the internal plug is not removed, the finished wall
will need to be removed to perform this step at a later date.
Using a 1/4″hex wrench, remove and discard the internal plug
from inside the valve body.
Plug the unused port (left or right) with a 1/2″NPT plug (not
included).
Using a pliers, remove the spacer from beneath the detent.
Push the detent in; ensure the points of the detent engage the
notches of the valve cartridge.
Install the spacer above the detent and under the E-ring.
Install the Two-Way Valve
Install 1/2″copper tubing or piping for both accessories. Securely
fasten the piping and outlet ells to the framing.
Accessory #1
Water Line
Accessory #2
Water Line
Spacer
1/2"
NPT Plug
E-Ring
Plaster
Guard
Detent
Missing Tooth
Internal
Plug
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Two-Way Installation (cont.)
Install temporary 1/2″nipples in the outlet ells so they extend a
minimum of 2″(51 mm) beyond the finished wall.
IMPORTANT! When testing valve operation, water should flow as
follows: Accessory 1, Accessories 1 and 2, Accessory 2. If water
flows as: Accessory 2, Accessory 2, Accessories 1 and 2; you will
need to remove the spacer, rotate the detent 180 degrees; then
reinstall the spacer.
NOTE: For K-737 only: When the valve is turned midway between
the two outlet ports, water flow from the ports will reduce to a
trickle.
Turn on the water supply to the valve and check for proper
operation and leakage. Once everything is verified, turn off the
water.
Install caps on the temporary bath and shower nipples. Turn on
the water and check for leaks. Once no leakage is verified, turn
off the water.
Reinstall the plaster guard.
Complete the finished wall.
Warranty
KOHLER
®
Faucet Lifetime Limited Warranty
Kohler Co. warrants its Faucets* manufactured after January 1, 1997, to
be leak and drip free during normal residential use for as long as the
original consumer purchaser owns his or her home. If the Faucet
should leak or drip during normal use, Kohler Co. will, free of charge,
mail to the purchaser the cartridge necessary to put the Faucet in good
working condition. This warranty applies only to Kohler Faucets
installed in the United States of America, Canada or Mexico (″North
America″).
Kohler Co. also warrants all other aspects of the faucet or accessories
(″Faucet″)*, (except gold, non-Vibrant
®
, non-chrome finishes) to be free
of defects in material and workmanship during normal residential use
for as long as the original consumer purchaser owns his or her home.
This warranty applies only to Kohler Faucets installed in North
America. If a defect is found in normal residential use, Kohler Co. will,
at its election, repair, provide a replacement part or product, or make
appropriate adjustment. Damage to a product caused by accident,
misuse, or abuse is not covered by this warranty. Improper care and
cleaning will void the warranty**. Proof of purchase (original sales
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Warranty (cont.)
receipt) must be provided to Kohler Co. with all warranty claims.
Kohler Co. is not responsible for labor charges, installation, or other
incidental or consequential costs. In no event shall the liability of
Kohler Co. exceed the purchase price of the Faucet.
If the Faucet is used commercially or is installed outside of North
America, or if the finish is gold, non-Vibrant or a painted or powder
coated color finish, Kohler Co. warrants the Faucet to be free from
defects in material and workmanship for one (1) year from the date the
product is installed, under Kohler Co.’s standard one-year limited
warranty.
If you believe that you have a warranty claim, contact Kohler Co.,
either through your Dealer, Plumbing Contractor, Home Center or
E-tailer, or by writing Kohler Co., Attn.: Customer Care Center, 444
Highland Drive, Kohler, WI 53044, USA. Please be sure to provide all
pertinent information regarding your claim, including a complete
description of the problem, the product, model number, color, finish,
the date the product was purchased and from whom the product was
purchased. Also include your original invoice. For other information,
or to obtain the name and address of the service and repair facility
nearest you, call 1-800-4-KOHLER (1-800-456-4537) from within the
USA and Canada, and 001-800-456-4537 from within Mexico, or visit
www.kohler.com within the USA, www.ca.kohler.com from within
Canada, or www.mx.kohler.com in Mexico.
KOHLER CO. AND/OR SELLER ARE PROVIDING THESE
WARRANTIES IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,
EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO
THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. KOHLER CO. AND/OR
SELLER DISCLAIM ALL LIABILITY FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states/provinces do not
allow limitations of how long an implied warranty lasts or the
exclusion or limitation of such damages, so these limitations and
exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives the consumer
specific legal rights. You may also have other rights that vary from
state/province to state/province.
This is Kohler Co.’s exclusive written warranty.
*Trend
®
faucets, MasterShower
®
tower, BodySpa systems and
components; WaterHaven
®
tower, systems and components; Tripoint
®
faucets, Polished Gold, non-Vibrant and painted or powder coated
finishes, fittings; all items within the ″Fixture Related″section of the
Kohler Faucets Price Book, drains, Duostrainer
®
sink strainers,
soap/lotion dispensers, MoxieTM Wireless Speaker; and faucets used in
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Warranty (cont.)
commercial settings, and outside North America, are covered by
Kohler Co.’s one-year limited warranty.
**Never use cleaners containing abrasive cleansers, ammonia, bleach,
acids, waxes, alcohol, solvents or other products not recommended for
chrome. This will void the warranty.
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Guide d’installation et d’entretien
Inverseur ou robinet coupleur
Outils et matériaux
Avant de commencer
IMPORTANT! Risque d’endommagement du produit. Ne pas
appliquer de chaleur directe sur le robinet. Une chaleur excessive
endommage les composants en plastique ainsi que le protège-plâtre.
IMPORTANT! Ce robinet n’est pas destiné à être utilisé en tant que
robinet d’arrêt. Si moins de trois accessoires sont installés, ne
boucher aucune sortie sans avoir effectué la conversion à deux voies.
Respecter tous les codes de plomberie et de bâtiment locaux.
Ne pas enlever le protège-plâtre avant d’en recevoir l’instruction.
Une alimentation en eau mélangée est nécessaire pour ce robinet.
Lire ces instructions et planifier l’installation avant de commencer.
L’emplacement des composants, l’espacement et les exigences
selon les circonstances peuvent varier.
Couper l’arrivée d’eau.
Inspecter l’état des tubes d’évacuation et d’alimentation;
remplacer si nécessaire.
Plus:
• Tuyau ou tube en cuivre
de 1/2" pour les sorties
• Tuyau ou tube en cuivre
de 3/4" pour les entrées
• Bouchon NPT de 1/2"
Coupe-tube
Brasure
Joint d'étanchéité
pour filetage
Chalumeau
à propane
Clé six pans
1/4"
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1. Préparer le site
Prévoir un orifice d’un diamètre compris entre 2-7/8″(73 mm) et
3-1/8″(79 mm) dans le matériau du mur pour le protecteur de
plâtre.
Acheminer une conduite d’alimentation en eau mélangée de 3/4″
vers l’emplacement du robinet coupleur.
Appliquer un ruban d’étanchéité pour joints filetés sur les filets
du port d’entrée puis raccorder le tuyau d’alimentation en eau à
l’entrée du robinet.
Deux voies: Si deux accessoires sont attachés au robinet, aller à la
section ″Installation à deux voies″.
Trois voies: Si trois accessoires sont attachés au robinet, aller à la
section ″Installation à trois voies″.
Protège-protège-plâtre
Mur
fini
max.
Mur
fini
min.
2-7/16"
(62 mm)
3-3/4" (95 mm)
Tuyau ou tube
en cuivre de 3/4"
d'alimentation en eau
Entrée
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