Kohler 17493W-CP User manual

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IMPORTANT
INSTALLER: THIS MANUAL IS THE PROPERTY OF THE
CUSTOMER AND MUST BE RETAINED WITH THE PRODUCT
FOR MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONAL PURPOSES.
Installation and User Guide
Flipside Handshower and Showerhead
MODEL NUMBERS
Important! Please quote the above model number(s) when ordering spares
17493W-CP, 15996W-CP
17493W-CP 15996W-CP

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INSTALLATION
1. Turn off the water supply.
2. Make sure that the showerhead is installed by a competent installer.
3. Beforeinstallationcarefullyinspectthenewxtureforanysignsofdamage.
4. Kohler Co. reserves the right to make revisions in the design of products without
notice.
5. Observe all the local plumbing and building codes and standards.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Handshower may differ slightly from the one shown, but the installation method is
the same.
1. Runwaterthroughtheshoweroutlettoushoutanydirtanddebris.
2. Tighten the handshower onto the hose until hand tight. Do not overtighten.
3. Install the hose onto the shower outlet.
4. Use a suitable spanner to tighten the hose onto the shower outlet. Do not
overtighten.
Install the Handshower
Handshower
Handshower Hose
To Shower Outlet
Inlet

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Complete the Installation
1. Turn on the shower valve (not shown).
2. Check for leaks. Make adjustments as required.
3. Rotate the handshower face to verify smooth operation of the spray options.
4. Turn off the shower valve.
Install the Showerhead
1. Apply PTFE tape over the threaded end of the shower arm. Do not use
paste.
2 Turnonthewaterandallowwatertoowthroughtheshowerarmtoushout
any dirt and debris.
3. Turn off the water.
4. Tighten the showerhead onto the shower arm until hand tight.
5. Use a suitable spanner to tighten the showerhead onto the shower arm. Do
not overtighten.
Apply thread sealant tape
Make sure that the
‘KOHLER’ logo is
at the top
Elbow
Supply Pipe
Apply thread sealant tape
Shower Arm

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OPERATION
Rotate the head of the handshower to change the spray pattern
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2
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Rotate the face of the showerhead to change the spray pattern.
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1
2
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CARE AND CLEANING
For best results, keep the following in mind when caring for your KOHLER
product:
Always test your cleaning solution on an inconspicuous area before applying to the
entire surface.
Wipe surfaces clean and rinse completely with water immediately after applying
cleaner. Rinse and dry any overspray that lands on nearby surfaces.
Do not allow cleaners to soak on surfaces.
Use a soft, dampened sponge or cloth. Never use an abrasive material such as a
brush or scouring pad to clean surfaces.
The ideal cleaning technique is to rinse thoroughly and blot dry any water from the
surface after each use.
Symptom:
• Sprayplateassemblyblocked.
Cause / Rectication:
• Cleanthesprayplate.
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Symptom:
• Dripfromsprayplateassembly.
Cause / Rectication:
• A small amount of water may be retained in the showerhead after the shower control has been
turnedoff.Thismaydrainoverafewminutes.Changingtheangleoftheshowerheadmayvarythe
drainingtime.
FAULT DIAGNOSIS

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USER MAINTENANCE
1. Run water through the handshower or showerhead.
2. Firmlyrubyourngerbackandforthacrosstherubberspraynozzlesonthe
handshower face.
3. If this procedure fails to improve the performance of the handshower or
showerhead, then refer to ‘Clean the Screen Washer’, section of this guide.
Clean the Spray Holes
Handshower may differ slightly from the one shown, but the installation method is
the same.
To dislodge debris and mineral build-up:
DIMENSIONS
17493W-CP
137 mm
273 mm
15996W-CP
137mm Dia.
G 1/2” or 1/2” BSP
135 mm
137 mm
273 mm
130 mm
137 mm Dia
G 1/2” or 1/2” BSP

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