Kohler K-2826 User manual

Installation Guide
Self-Rimming/Undercounter Lavatories
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K-2826 K-2827
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Tools and Materials
Thank You For Choosing Kohler Company
We appreciate your commitment to Kohler quality. Please take a few
minutes to review this manual before you start installation. If you
encounter any installation or performance problems, please don’t
hesitate to contact us. Our phone numbers and website are listed on
the back cover. Thanks again for choosing Kohler Company.
Before You Begin
CAUTION: Risk of personal injury or product damage. Cast
iron lavatories are very heavy. Get help lifting the lavatory into
place.
Observe all local plumbing and building codes.
Prior to installation, unpack the new lavatory and inspect it for
damage. Return the lavatory to its protective carton until you are
ready to install it.
Inspect the existing drain and supply tubing. Replace if necessary.
Use the template supplied with the lavatory.
For replacement installations, make sure the existing cutout is the
same size or smaller than needed for the new lavatory.
Pencil Drill
Screwdriver
Keyhole Saw
Template
(supplied) Safety
Glasses Adjustable
Wrench
Tape
Measure
• 1/2" drill bit
• Ruler
• Hole Saw
• Gloves
Plus:
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1. Preparation
Install the water supplies and drain piping according to the
roughing-in information.
Cut out the template along the inside of the template cutting line.
Position the template on the countertop to ensure clearance
between the lavatory, faucet, and backsplash.
Verify cabinet clearance beneath the countertop.
Use a pencil to trace the template on the countertop.
Mark the faucet and handle centerline on the countertop.
Cut out the opening by carefully following the pencil line traced
from the template
Go to the section that pertains to your style of installation.
Template
Template
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2. Self-Rimming Installations
CAUTION: Risk of personal injury or product damage. Cast
iron lavatories are very heavy. Get help lifting the lavatory into
place.
Temporarily position the lavatory in the opening. Adjust the fit of
the lavatory.
Remove the lavatory from the countertop.
Install the faucet and drain according to the manufacturer’s
instructions.
Carefully position the lavatory in the cut-out.
Apply a thin, continuous bead of sealant around the lavatory
edges. Immediately wipe away any excess sealant.
Fill any voids between the lavatory and the cut-out with sealant.
Verify that the lavatory had not moved out of position.
Allow the sealant to cure for at least 30 minutes before
proceeding.
Connect and tighten the trap to the drain, and complete the water
supply connections to the faucet according to the faucet
manufacturer’s instructions.
Run water into the lavatory and check for leaks.
Clean up with a non-abrasive cleaner.
Sealant
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3. Undercounter Installations
CAUTION: Risk of personal injury or product damage. Cast
iron lavatories are very heavy. Get help lifting the lavatory into
place.
IMPORTANT! Undercounter installations are intended to be
performed by experienced installers.
NOTE: The screws and anchors provided should be used on
countertops with a minimum 1″(2.5 cm) thickness. For thinner
countertops, use appropriate anchors and fasteners (not provided).
For Wood Countertops
Mark and pre-drill the wood screw holes at the locations shown
on the template.
Waterproof any exposed areas of wood.
For Marble/Stone Countertops
Position the countertop upside down on foam padding to protect
the surface. Mark and drill 3/8″holes 5/8″(1.6 cm) deep at the
locations shown on the template.
Use a setting tool and hammer to secure the anchors.
For All Undercounter Installations
If the countertop has not been installed, install it at this time.
Foam
Padding
Wood
Screw
Apply
sealant.
Anchor
Screw
Undercounter Installation
Marble Setting Tool
Anchor
Clamp
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