Kohler ADAGIO K-731T User manual

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Copyright Kohler China Ltd., 2006
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BEFORE YOU BEGINBEFORE YOU BEGIN
ADAGIO
SOISSONS
K-731T/K-731T-NR/K-731T-GR
K-940T/K-940T-GR/K-941T/K-941T-GR
K-943T/K-943T-GR
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
ENAMELED CAST IRON BATH
PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS
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WARNING: Risk of personal injury.
NOTICE:
Cast iron bathes are extremely heavy. Wear
appropriate safety equipment when installing these
products.
Observe all local plumbing codes.
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 China Ltd. 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.
A. Summary Of Key Requirements
Observe all local plumbing codes.
Install the unit to a level subfloor.
Provide properly-dimensioned framing.
Baths are designed for a variety of installations,
depending upon the model chosen.
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B. Product Inspection
Uncrate and inspect bath for damage. Leave all
materials in the crate during construction to prevent
damage.
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ROUGHING-IN
A. Roughing-in Notes
Fixture dimensions are nominal and conform to
tolerances in ANSI Standard A112.19.1M.
B. Determine Rough-in
Measure the height, width, and depth of the bath. Verify
these dimensions with those on this page.
Allow clearance at the drain hole location in the flooring,
if necessary.
A.
A112.19.1M
B.
UNIT: mm
800
64
400
20
294
1700
117
WEIGHT: 125Kg
ADAGIO
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UNIT: mm
SOISSONS
700
350
290
L
110
60
20
SOISSONS 940T/K-940T-GR K-941T/K-941T-GR
L 1700mm 1500mm
WEIGHT 90Kg 84Kg
K- K-943T/K-943T-GR
1600mm
115.4Kg
* The rim width of the drain side is 110-118mm, Please select the faucet with matching spout for the bath.
* 110-118mm
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C. Accessory Information
ADAGIO
SOISSONS
Grip Rail..........8598T-CP(For 731T/731T-GR)
Grip Rail
.......................8599T(For 940T-GR/ )941T-GR/943T-GR
C.
.................8598T-CP( 731T/731T-GR)
..................8599T( 940T-GR )/941T-GR/943T-GR
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTSINSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
C. Clearance Requirements
Check the rough-in and room dimensions to provide
adequate available space for the bath unit.
D. CUT-OUT Dimensions
K-731T ADAGIO 1662 762mm
K-940T/K-940T-GR SOISSONS 1662 662mm
K-941T/K-941T-GR SOISSONS 1462 662mm
K-943T//K-943T-GR SOISSONS 1562 662mm
C.
D.
K-731T 1662 762mm
K-940T/K-940T-GR 1662 662mm
K-941T/K-941T-GR 1462 662mm
K-943T/K-943T-GR 1562 662mm
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Adjustable pipe
wrench
Rule
Level
Safety shoes
Safety glasses
Square
Pliers
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Plumbers putty
Wall coverings, as necessary
Silicone sealant
Protective covering for
bathtub or card board
Metal shims
B. Materials RequiredA. Tools Required
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B.
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SITE REQUIREMENTSSITE REQUIREMENTS
A. Old Bath Removal (If Necessary)
Disconnect the drain at the trap. Remove the old wall
material. Slip boards under the old bath feet to protect
the floor, and slide the old bath out of the recess as
illustrated.
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Old Bath Floor Protection Boards
B. Subfloor Preparation
Check the flooring under the bath, and make repairs as
needed. Make sure the subfloor is level and water proof.
B.
C. Plumbing Preparation
Position the plumbing according to rough-in dimensions.
Cap the supplies and check for leaks.
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BEFORE INSTALLING UNITBEFORE INSTALLING UNIT
A. The following installation practices
to avoid any potential damage to the
enamel finish.
WARNING:
must be
followed
Failure to follow the manufacturers
recommended installation method may result in
damage to the enamel surface.
Do not use sharp objects or metal tools when
handling the bath, especially around the rim area.
Use a clear protective plastic film over tub rim as
well as the bottom of tub to safeguard from dirt and
silicone during the installation process.
For correct installation, bath rim should not come in
direct contact with the walls or horizontal surfaces to
avoid transmission of noise and vibration as well as
potential cracks in the enamel finish.
The necessary gap between bath rim and the wall is
2 mm horizontally and 4 mm vertically. Refer to
figures 1, 2, and 3 below.
Before setting-in the bath, apply a sanitary quality
silicone filler on all surfaces to come in contact with
the bath rim.
Set the bath in its correct position.
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B. Partially Install Bath Drain
Install the drain on the bath according to the drain
manufacturers instructions.
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Silicone Filler
Bath
Wall
Silicone Filler
Tiling
Tiling
Wall
Wall
Bath
Silicone Filler
Bath
UNIT: mm
Fig.1
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INSTALL THE BATHINSTALL THE BATH
A1. Installation of Bath with Adjustable
Slide the new bath into position.
Insert the drain tailpiece into the trap.
Level the bath by positioning metal shims and bricks
under the bath feet, and ensure there is enough space
for the drain. Attention: The metal shims are necessary
to avoid cracking of bricks. Check for level along the
top of the side of the bath and across the drain end.
The bath may have to be moved in and out of the
recess area until it is shimmed properly, if the support
feet are not accessible from the back or side.
Level
Fig.3
3
Height
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A2. Through the Floor Drain Bath
Installation
A2.
Slide the new bath into position to verify the drain
location and the stud fit. Cut a minimum 152 x 305 mm
hole in the floor for the drain connection.
152 305mm
Use 25~30 Kg dry cement and sand mix. Add water to
make a paste mortar. Remove the tub. Cover the
installation area with the mortar starting from the middle
of the tub as shown. The height of the mortar should
reach the bottom of the rub.
DO NOT CLOG THE DRAIN HOLE.
Place the tub onto the mortar. Insert the drain tailpiece
into the trap.
Make sure that the bottom of the tub is pressed into
mortar in order to secure the tub. Insert two wood
wedges under the tub to support the weight of the tub
until the mortar hardens. (Wedges will remain in the
mortar.) Frequently check the level of the tub.
25~30
NOTE:
A1.
Metal Shim
Level
Paste Mortar
Wood Wedge
Middle of Bath
Drain Hole
Brick
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C. Finish Bath Area Construction
NOTE: An access panel is essential for future
maintenance.
Possible framing arrangements are illustrated below.
Use the framing construction appropriate for your
particular bath model. Some modifications may be
needed for other types of construction, if preferred.
If an apron wall without a ledge is desired, the finished
apron wall surface must be 2 mm under the bath rim.
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2mm
Recommended For Drop-in Models
1) Corner Installation
The suggested framing construction is illustrated.
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2) Recess Installation
The suggested framing construction is illustrated.
2)
B. Install Plumbing
CAUTION: Risk of damage to bath bottom and subfloor.
Ensure a watertight seal on the bath drain connections.
For through the floor drain installation, when the bath
is securely positioned, connect the drain to the trap.
See Fig. A.
2) Install the faucet valving and spout tee. Open the hot
and cold water valves, and check the supply
connections for leaks.
Run water into the bath, and check the drain
connections for leaks.
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B.
1)
3)
Connect Here
Fig. A
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INSTALL THE GRIP RAILINSTALL THE GRIP RAIL
For ADAGIO Bath 731T, 731T-GR
Place the gasket (1) onto the grip rail(2). Make sure the
gasket is matching the contour of the grip rail. Insert
both screws(3) into the holes through the grip rail and
the gasket.
Thread screws (3) into the nut pre-installed on the side
of bathtub. Tighten the screw snugly to secure the grip
rail.
Repeat above procedures for the other grip rail.
731T, 731T-GR
(1) (2)
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3) Peninsular Installation
The suggested framing construction is illustrated.
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For SOISSONS 940T-GR, 941T-GR, 943T-GR
940T-GR, 941T-GR, 943T-GR
Place the gasket (6) onto the grip rail (7). Insert the
screw (8). Position the grip rail with gasket so that the
hole lines up with the hole on the nut pre-installed on
the side of bath tub.
Thread the screw (8) into the hole of the grip rail.
Tighten the screw snugly to secure the grip rail. Snap
the cap (9) into each hole. Repeat above procedures
for the other grip rail.
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COMPLETE FINISH WALLCOMPLETE FINISH WALL
CAUTION: Risk of product damage. Do not
support the weight of the bath by the rim.
Install the ceramic or marble tiles. Seal the joints
between the bath rim and the finished tiled wall using
silicone sealant. RTV (Room Temperature Vulcanizing)
sealant is recommended.
CLEAN-UP AFTER INSTALLATIONCLEAN-UP AFTER INSTALLATION
When cleaning up after installation, do not use abrasive
cleansers as they may scratch and dull the surface.
Use warm water and liquid, non-abrasive detergent to
clean the surface.
Stubborn stains, paint, or tar can be removed with
mineral spirits. Do not use cleaners containing solvent.
Plaster can be removed by scraping with wood edge.
Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, or other metal
tools. One of the powder type detergents may be used
on a damp cloth to provide mild abrasive action to the
residual plaster.
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IMPORTANT CONSUMER INFORMATIONIMPORTANT CONSUMER INFORMATION
Safeguard ASME/ANSI
A112.19.1M
pH 3 8 (
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Housekeeping Responsibilities
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The Safeguard slip resistant surface on this bathtub
meets or exceeds the requirements of ASME/ANSI
for slip resistance.
DANGER!! Improper maintenance or cleansers may
permanently remove the slip resistant
surface on Kohler bathtubs.
NOTICE: 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.
DO NOT use steel wool, wire brushes, metal scrapers
or abrasive sponge pads to clean a Kohler
bath tub.
DO NOT use buffing machines on the slip resistant
surface.
DO NOT use high alkaline or strong acid cleansers.
DO NOT 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.
Follow cleanser manufacturer instructions very
carefully.
A112.19.1M
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LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTYLIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
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Plumbing Fixtures and Fittings Limited
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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