Kohler IRON/TONES K-6625 User manual

IRON/TONESTM
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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SELF-RIMMING OR UNDERCOUNTER KITCHEN SINK
K-6625
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, 2006
Copyright Kohler China Ltd., 2006
CAUTION: Risk of personal injury or product
damage. Cast iron sinks are very heavy. Get
assistance lifting the sink into place.
Observe all local plumbing and building codes.
Inspect the drain and supply tubing. Replace if necessary.
Prior to installation, unpack the new sink and inspect it for
damage. Return the sink to its protective carton until you
are ready to install it.
Plan the sink installation so future removal from
underneath the countertop is possible without damaging
the countertop.
Use proper fasteners and techniques to ensure that the
frame will support a minimum of 300 lbs (136 kg). Locate
the fasteners for easy access in the event the sink needs
to be removed.
A cabinet with a minimum length of 90mm is
recommended for this installation. Smaller cabinets are
not recommended, as they may require structural
modifications to work with this installation.
All information in these instructions is based on the latest
product information available at the time of publication.
Kohler Co. Reserves the right to make changes at any
time without notice.
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300lbs 136kg
90mm
R2T1A 1 REQUIRED TOOLS AND MATERIALS
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Safety Glasses
Tape Measure
Pencil
Scissors
Keyhole/Compass Saw
Sealant
Drill
Phillips Screwdriver
Hacksaw
Plus:
1/2 or larger drill bit
Rags or paper toweling
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INSTALLATION
A. Preparation
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Install the water supplies and drain piping according to the
roughing-in information.
Cut along the template line where indicated for the
countertop opening.
Position the sink template on the countertop.
Check the clearance between the sink, faucet, backsplash
and cabinet. Adjust the template accordingly.
Trace around the sink template on the countertop with a
pencil.
You may require different, more specialized tools to
install this sink to countertop materials other than wood or
wood composites.
Measure the thickness of the countertop.
Determine the threaded shank length of the faucet.
Compare the measurements to verify that the faucet will fit
on the countertop as required. If the faucet will not fit, you
will need to select a different faucet or countertop.
NOTE:
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1. ORDINARY INSTALLATION 1
CAUTION: Risk of personal injury or product
damage. Cast iron sinks are very heavy. Get help
lifting the sink into place.
Cut out the opening by carefully following the pencil line
traced from the template.
Install the faucet and strainer(s) to the sink according to
the manufacturer s instructions.
Clean the countertop.
Carefully position the sink into the countertop opening so
the Kohler logo is to the back.
Verify fit and position. Make any needed adjustments.
Apply a thin continuous bead of quality sealant around the
sink edges.
Immediately wipe away any excess sealant, and fill any
voids as needed.
Verify that the sink has not moved out of position.
Allow the sealant to cure for at least 30 minutes before
proceeding.
Install the garbage disposal, if desired. Follow the
manufacturer s instructions.
Connect and tighten the trap to the drain, and complete
the water supply connections to the faucet according to
the instructions packed with the faucet.
Run water into the sink and check for leaks.
Clean up with a non-abrasive cleaner.
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B. Install the Sink
Sealant
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CAUTION: Risk of personal injury or product
damage.
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NOTE:
Do not support the sink by the sink rim. The
support framing, not the rim, should withstand the
entire weight of the sink when it is full of water.
Inspect the flooring at the installation site.
Repair as necessary.
Make sure there is adequate plywood
support if the floor is constructed of wood.
You may require different or more specialized tools to
install this sink to countertop materials other than wood or
wood composites.
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A.
A. Prepare the Site
2.
2. UNDERCOUNTER INSTALLATION
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Measure the thickness of the countertop.
Determine the threaded shank length of the faucet.
Measure to verify that the faucet will fit on the countertop
as required. If the faucet will not fit, you will need to select
a different faucet or countertop.
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Countertop Thickness
Faucet Assembly
NOTE: This cast iron sink requires either an undermounter
bracket(not supplied) or support framing. Undermounter
bracket installation is covered in this section. Support framing
is covered in the Install the Support Frame section.
Determine the left-to-right length of the inside of the
cabinet.
If necessary, cut the bracket rails so they fit snugly with
the cabinet walls. Rails may be up to 1/8 (3 mm) shorter
than the determined length of the cabinet.
Thread the bolts into the nuts two turns, and then slide the
nuts into the slot in the rails. Slide the nut and bolt into the
desired position in the slots located on the rails. Adjusting
bolts should be located in the outermost slots that will be
under the corners of the sink.
With a tape measure, determine the overall width of your
sink. This distance represents the distance (A) between
the outside edges of the rails, as shown in the schematic
above.
Using a hanger bracket as a template, mark the screw
placement on the cabinet, according to the measured
width of your sink.
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1/8 (3mm)
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B. Install the Optional Undermounter Kit
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Drill 1/8 (3 mm) starter holes at the marks.
Proceed to the Install the Sink section.
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CAUTION: Risk of personal injury or product
damage.
NOTE:
The wood support and frame for the sink
must support a minimum of 300 lbs (136 kg). This is
the approximate weight of the cast iron sink when full
and with a garbage disposal installed.
Measure the cabinet opening where the sink will be
installed. Plan for adequate clearance between the faucet
handles and the countertop backsplash or finished wall.
Construct a wood frame for the inside of the cabinet. Allow
adequate clearance for the faucet assemblies and sink
basin. Ensure that the frame will support the entire sink
rim.
Use proper fasteners and techniques to ensure that
the frame will support a minimum of 300 lbs (136 kg). Place
the fasteners for easy access in case the sink should ever
need to be removed.
Secure the wood frame inside the cabinet with fasteners.
The top of the sink rim must be flush with the top surface
of the countertop underlayment or backing material.
Locate the fasteners for easy access in the event the sink
needs to be removed.
Apply a 1 (2.5 cm) bead of silicone sealant at each
corner of the wood frame where it will contact the sink.
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300lbs(136kg)
300lbs 136kg
1 (2.5cm)
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C. Install the Optional Support Frame
Frame Members
Running Front-to-Back
(Typical)
Underlayment or
Backer Material
Cabinet Perimeter Support
Frame Must
Support Sink rim
Sink
Shim Location
Wood Frame
Clearance For Sink Basin
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Rails
Front of Cabinet
Nut
Nut
Bolt
Side to Side Installation
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CAUTION: Risk of product damage. Do not cut, drill,
or sand the countertop while it is positioned over the
sink.
Determine the correct sink cut-out location in the
countertop.
Carefully cut along the inside of the cut line on the
template.
Measure and mark the distance from the backsplash or
finished wall to the center of the sink faucet holes. Use
this measurement to locate the faucet centerline on the
countertop.
Position the template on the countertop so the template
faucet hole indicator lines up with the drawn faucet
centerline.
Using a soft lead pencil, trace the cutout opening onto the
countertop.
Locate and trace a cutout opening for the faucet hole(s).
Saw the cutout opening and drill the faucet hole(s) by
carefully following the pencil line.
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E. Install the Countertop
CAUTION: Risk of personal injury or product
damage. Cast iron sinks are very heavy. Get help
when lifting the sink into place. Wear safety shoes and
glasses.
Carefully position the sink within the wood frame. Make
sure that the sink is centered in the cabinet.
Verify that the sink is level. The top of the sink should be
flush with the top of the cabinet to allow proper countertop
installation.
Adjust or shim between the sink and support if needed. If
shimming is necessary, apply additional sealant as
needed to ensure an adequate bond.
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D.
D. Install the Sink
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Countertop Material
Finished Wall
Cabinet
Wood Frame
Sink
Dimension
of Faucet Hole
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CAUTION: Risk of product damage. Do not cut, drill,
or sand the countertop while positioned over the
fixture.
Sand the edge of the cutout to smooth the surface and
remove all saw marks. For laminate-type countertops,
waterproof all unprotected areas of wood.
Clean the top of the sink rim, making sure the surface is
free from debris. Clean the bottom of the countertop
around the cutout area, making sure the surface is
smooth and free of defects.
Apply a generous bead of silicone sealant around the sink
rim where the sink rim will contact the countertop.
Position the countertop over the sink, making sure the
silicone sealant provides a tight seal between the sink rim
and the bottom of the countertop.
Immediately wipe away any excess silicone sealant with a
damp cloth. Fill any voids between the rim and the
countertop if needed.
Allow the silicone sealant to cure for at least 30 minutes
before proceeding.
Install the garbage disposal, if desired, according to the
manufacturer s instructions.
Install the faucet to the countertop according to the
manufacturer s instructions.
Connect and tighten the trap to the drain assembly, then
complete the water supply connections to the faucet
according to the instructions packed with the faucet.
Run water into the sink and check for leaks.
Clean up with a non-abrasive cleaner.
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F.
F. Complete the Installation
Countertop
Finished
Wall
Faucet
Sealant
Sink
Nut
Gasket
Gasket
Nut
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LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTYLIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
Kohler plumbing fixtures and fittings are warranted to be free
of manufacturing defects.
This product is warranted for one year from date of purchase.
Kohler China will be responsible for any problems caused by
manufacturing defects provided with the invoice. Kohler China
will, at its election, repair, replace or make appropriate
adjustment where Kohler China inspection discloses any such
defects occurring in normal usage within one year after
purchase.
Implied warranties including that of merchantability and
fitness for a particular purpose are expressly limited in
duration to the duration of this warranty, Kohler China
disclaims any liability for special, incidental or consequential
damages. Damages to the product caused by misuse, abuse
and installation that is not in accordance with the owner's
manual are not covered by this warranty.
To obtain quick warranty service, please contact your dealer,
or write to Kohler China. (Original sales receipt must be
provided as the proof of purchase.)
Kohler China Investment Company Ltd.
Central Customer Service Center
19/F, Shanghai Square, 138 Huai Hai Road,
Luwan District, Shanghai, PRC
Zip Code: 200021
This is our exclusive written warranty.
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