Kohler K-5826 Assembly instructions

Installation and Care Guide
Kitchen Sinks
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K-5826, K-6486, K-6488 K-6426
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Tools and Materials
Important Information
CAUTION: Risk of personal injury. Cast iron sinks are
heavy. Get help when lifting or moving.
IMPORTANT! Refer to the ″Roughing-In and Preparation″section
for cabinet dimensional requirements.
IMPORTANT! The cabinet must be installed and secured, and must
be plumb and level.
IMPORTANT! Long screws may damage adjacent cabinets. Ensure
the screws are long enough to secure the support framing, but short
enough not to extend through the walls of adjacent cabinets.
Due to the nature of under-mount installations, Kohler Co.
recommends that under-mount sink installations be performed by
trained and experienced installers.
Use proper fasteners and techniques to ensure 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.
For K-5826 Only: This sink is intended for installation into a
standard 33″base cabinet.
For K-6426 and K-6488: This sink is intended for installation into
a standard 36″base cabinet.
For K-6486 Only: This sink is intended for installation into a
standard 30″base cabinet.
Observe all local plumbing and building codes.
Painter's
Tape
Plus:
• Suitable support framing material
[1-1/2" (38 mm)] max thickness
• Screws
Silicone
Sealant
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1. Roughing-In and Preparation
IMPORTANT! Before installing this sink, verify the opening height
(A) is less than the apron height, and the distance to the top of the
doors (B) is greater than the apron height.
NOTE: For cabinets with flat fronts (no false drawer openings),
proceed to the ″Prepare the Cabinet - Flat Front″section.
Remove the false drawer front from your cabinet. Use care not to
damage the cabinet.
TIP: Apply painter’s tape to the cabinet to mark cuts and protect
cabinet surfaces when cutting.
Measure and mark 7/8” (22 mm) in from the outside edge of the
cabinet. Repeat for the other side.
Cut along each marked line until the cut extends slightly beyond
the top of the drawer opening/top rail of the cabinet.
Following the bottom edge of the rail, extend your cut until it
intersects with the previous cut. Repeat for the other side.
6-11/16"
(170 mm)
A = Top of Cabinet to Bottom of
Drawer Opening
B =
Drawer Opening
False Drawer Front
AB
Apron
Top of Cabinet to Top of Doors
Rail
Center
Support
Rail 7/8" (22 mm)
Inside Wall
Cut Line
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Roughing-In and Preparation (cont.)
If your cabinet has a center support, cut along the bottom of the
support, even with the drawer opening.
Remove and discard the rail.
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2. Prepare the Cabinet - Flat Front
TIP: Apply painter’s tape to the cabinet to mark cuts and protect
the cabinet surfaces when cutting.
Position the template on the front of the cabinet flush with the
top and centered left to right; secure with tape.
Trace the template and remove.
Cut the cabinet along the traced line.
Trace the template
onto the cabinet.
Cut along
the traced line.
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3. Install the Support Framing
NOTICE: For proper countertop installation, the top of the sink
must not extend above the top of the cabinet.
Cut two lengths of support framing to extend horizontally along
the inside walls on each side of the cabinet.
Measure and mark the support mounting locations; ensure the
sink rim will sit at or slightly below the top of the cabinet.
Position and level the supports.
TIP: Use clamps to hold the supports in position.
Secure the supports with construction adhesive and screws (not
provided).
Optional Vertical Supports
Cut four lengths of support framing to extend from the bottom of
the horizontal supports to the floor of the cabinet.
Secure the vertical supports with construction adhesive and
screws (not provided).
5/8"
(16 mm)
Optional Vertical
Supports
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4. Install the Sink
Lower the sink onto the supports; verify the sink is supported by
the frame.
Push the sink in to ensure the apron is flush to the front of the
cabinet.
Verify the sink is level; make any adjustments and shim as
needed.
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5. Install the Countertop
Apply a bead of silicone sealant around the side and back of the
sink.
Install the countertop.
Apply a thin bead of silicone sealant where the sink meets the
countertop and cabinet.
Immediately wipe away any excess sealant.
6. Complete the Installation
Install the faucet according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Connect the drain piping.
Run water into the sink and check all connections for leaks.
Care and Cleaning
For best results, keep the following in mind when caring for your
KOHLER product:
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Care and Cleaning (cont.)
•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.
•Be careful not to leave staining materials in contact with the
surface for extended periods of time.
•The ideal cleaning technique is to rinse thoroughly and blot dry
any water from the surface after each use.
For detailed cleaning information and products to consider, visit
www.kohler.com/clean. To order Care & Cleaning information, call
1-800-456-4537.
Warranty
KOHLER
®
Enameled Cast Iron Kitchen Sink Lifetime Limited
Warranty
Kohler Co. warrants the enameled cast iron component of kitchen,
entertainment, or utility sinks manufactured after April 29, 2008, to be
free of defects in material and workmanship during normal residential
use for as long as the original consumer purchaser owns his or her
home. Kohler Co. further warrants that the enameled cast iron
component of the product will not chip, crack or burn for as long as
the original consumer purchaser owns his or her home. Gloss
reduction, scratching, staining and alkaline etching of the finish over
time due to use, cleaning practices or water or atmospheric conditions,
are not manufacturing defects but are indicative of normal wear and
tear. This warranty applies only to KOHLER Cast Iron kitchen,
entertainment and utility sinks installed in the United States of
America, Canada or Mexico (″North America″).
If a defect is found in normal residential use, Kohler Co. will, at its
election, replace the defective cast iron component, or make other
appropriate adjustment. Damage caused by misuse or abuse is not
covered by this warranty. Improper care and cleaning will void the
warranty. Proof of purchase (original sales receipt) must be provided to
Kohler Co. with all warranty claims. Kohler Co. is not responsible for
removal, installation, labor charges, or other incidental or consequential
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Warranty (cont.)
costs. In no event shall the liability of Kohler Co. exceed the purchase
price of the kitchen, entertainment or utility sink.
If the cast iron kitchen, entertainment or utility sink is used
commercially or is installed outside of North America, Kohler Co.
warrants that for one (1) year from the date the product is installed the
cast iron product will be free from defects in material and
workmanship, and will not chip, crack or burn. All other terms of this
warranty apply except for duration. All other components other than
the enameled cast iron component carry Kohler Co.’s one-year limited
warranty unless otherwise specified.
If you believe that you have a warranty claim, contact your Dealer,
Plumbing Contractor, Home Center or E-tailer, or by writing Kohler
Co., Attn.: Customer Care Center, 444 Highland Drive, Kohler, WI
53044, USA. Please be sure to provide all pertinent information
regarding your claim, including a complete description of the problem,
the product, model number, color, finish, and the date the product was
purchased and from whom the product was purchased. Also include
your original invoice. For other information, or to obtain the name and
address of the service and repair facility nearest you, call
1-800-4KOHLER (1-800-456-4537) from within the USA and Canada,
and 001-877-680-1310 from within Mexico or visit www.kohler.com
within the USA, www.ca.kohler.com from within Canada, or
www.mx.kohler.com in Mexico.
KOHLER CO. AND/OR SELLER ARE PROVIDING THIS
WARRANTY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED
OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE. KOHLER CO. AND/OR SELLER
DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states/provinces do not allow
limitations on the duration of an implied warranty or the exclusion
or limitation of such damages, so these limitations and exclusions
may not apply to you. This warranty gives the consumer specific
legal rights. You may also have other rights that vary from
state/province to state/province. This warranty is extended to the
original consumer purchaser only, and excludes product damage due
to installation error, or product abuse or product misuse, whether
attributable to the consumer, a contractor, service company or other
third party.
This is Kohler Co.’s exclusive written warranty.
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