Kohler K-12183 User manual

Installation Guide
Single-Control Lavatory Faucet
Mproduct numbers are for Mexico (i.e. K-12345M)
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K-12183
1011034-2-F

Tools and Materials
Before You Begin
Observe all local plumbing and building codes.
Shut off the main water supply.
Carefully inspect the waste and supply tubing for any sign of
damage.
If possible, install this faucet to the lavatory before installing the
lavatory.
Kohler Co. reserves the right to make revisions in the design of
faucets without notice, as specified in the Price Book.
Adjustable Wrench Plumbers Putty Sealant Tape
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1. Install the Faucet
Apply plumbers putty or other sealant to the underside of the
escutcheon according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Feed the faucet supply inlets through the faucet hole of the
lavatory, then position the faucet. Slide the bracket and washer
over the stud and tighten the nut to secure.
Apply
Plumbers
Putty
Supply Inlet
Stud
Bracket
Nut
Washer
Lavatory
Escutcheon
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2. Install the Drain
If present, remove the protective plastic cap from the drain and
discard.
Remove the nut, washer, and gasket from the drain body.
Apply a bead of plumbers putty or other sealant around the
underside of the flange according to the sealant manufacturer’s
instructions.
For drains with metal stoppers: Close the drain and rotate the
drain body until the logo is positioned horizontally.
Insert the drain into the drain hole and press into place.
Slide the gasket (tapered side up) onto the drain body.
Slide the washer over the threads on the drain body.
Thread the nut up the drain body until snug against the
underside of the lavatory. Use care not to rotate the drain while
tightening the nut.
Using a wrench, tighten the nut.
Remove any excess putty or sealant.
Connect the P-trap to the drain body.
Washer
Flange
Drain Body
Nut
Tapered Gasket
Thick Tapered Gasket
(for thin-walled vessel style
lavatory installations)
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3. Connect the Supplies
CAUTION: Risk of restricted water flow and product
damage. Use extreme care when bending the supplies to
avoid kinking.
CAUTION: Risk of product damage. Do not overtighten the
connections.
If the lavatory is not installed, install it at this time. Follow the
lavatory manufacturer’s instructions.
For Mexico only installations: Install the adapter.
Connect the supply tubes to the faucet supplies and supply stops.
(Left is hot - right is cold.)
Tighten the connections with an adjustable wrench.
Supply Stop
Supply Inlet
Adapter
(Mexico only)
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