Kohler ARCHER K-4440T User manual

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
VITREOUS CHINA TWO-PIECE TOILET
305mm K-3614T/K-3614T-C
400mm K-4440T/K-4440T-C
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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 in these instructions is based upon the
latest product information available at the time of
publication. Kohler China 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 -
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please leave instructions for the
consumer
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ORDERING INFORMATION
..........................K-3614T
Includes Bowl .......................................................K-4311T
Includes Tank .......................................................K-4493T
Includes French Curve Toilet Seat......................K-4653T
......................K-3614T-C
Includes Bowl .......................................................K-4311T
Includes Tank .........................................................K-4493T
Includes French Curve Quiet-close Toilet Seat .......K-4713T
.............................K-4440T
Includes Bowl .......................................................K-4444T
Includes Tank .......................................................K-4493T
Includes French Curve Toilet Seat......................K-4653T
......................K-4440T-C
Includes Bowl .......................................................K-4444T
Includes Tank .........................................................K-4493T
Includes French Curve Quiet-close Toilet Seat .......K-4713T
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ARCHER Two-Piece Toilet 305mm
ARCHER Two-Piece Toilet 305mm
ARCHER Two-Piece Toilet 400mm
ARCHER Two-Piece Toilet 400mm
TM
TM
TM
TM
305mm...............................................K-3614T
...................................................................K-4311T
...................................................................K-4493T
......................................K-4653T
305mm ...........................................K-3614T-C
...................................................................K-4311T
...................................................................K-4493T
......................................K-4713T
400mm ...............................................K-4440T
...................................................................K-4444T
...................................................................K-4493T
......................................K-4653T
400mm ...........................................K-4440T-C
...................................................................K-4444T
...................................................................K-4493T
......................................K-4713T
, 2009
Copyright Kohler China Ltd., 2009
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TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED (Not
supplied)
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254mm (10") adjustable wrench
305mm (12") pipe wrench
Metal file (file cut)
Tape measure
Tubing cutter
Level
Hacksaw
Putty knife
Screwdriver
Toilet gasket (wax seal)
Toilet installation flange
Toilet T-bolts (2), 8mm (5/16") diameter
Toilet supply shut-off valve
If the existing toilet does not have a supply shut-off
valve below the tank, install one before installing the new
toilet.
NOTICE:
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254mm
305mm
8mm T 2
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NOTES
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Observe all local plumbing and building codes.
Shut off the water supply.
Seat post holes are on 140mm (5-1/2") centers.
Ensure that the new drain has the correct roughing-in
dimension. This toilet has a 305mm/400mm roughing-in
dimension. .
Closet flange must be 305mm/400mm on-center from wall.
Carefully inspect the new fixture for any sign of damage.
For new construction, refer to the dimensions in
for locating the shut-off valve.
Fixture dimensions are nominal and conform to tolerances
established by ASME Standards (A112.19.2-2003).
See Roughing-in
installation step
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140mm
305mm/
400mm ( )
305mm/400mm
ASME (A112.19.2-
2003)
WARNING: Risk of personal injury or product
damage
WARNING: Risk of external leakage
: Handle vitreous china products very carefully.
Vitreous china can break and chip if you overtighten
bolts and nuts.
. The fill valve
nut has been factory-tightened to design specifications.
If re-tightening is required, wrench tighten one turn
past finger tight .
IMPORTANT! Make sure the supply pressure is
a minimum of 35 psi (2.5 kg/cm ). The toilet will
not function properly without minimum Pressure.
2
35psi( )2.5 kg/cm2
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741
455
455
705
705
135
135
Supply
Supply
305
400
368
368
140
140
660
660
245
245
Unit: mm
:
Reference Value
Kohler reserves the right to change marked dimensions without prior notice.
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K-3614T/K-3614T-C
K-4440T/K-4440T-C
Finished Wall
Finished Wall
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705
135
Supply
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1Install or relocate the supply and outlet as necessary to comform to the roughing-in dimensions.
INSTALLATION
Important: Toilet must have 305mm/400mm minimum rough-in
to install properly.
305mm/400mm
2If replacing a toilet, remove the old wax.
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3Insert new T-bolts.
If installation of the new toilet is delayed, temporarily cover
the closet flange hole with a rag.
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4Install the wax seal.
5Apply weight evenly.
Do not move after placement!
Watertight seal may be broken!
7Cut excess.
6Do not
overtighten.
Install floor mounting kit as shown in the figure.
8Fix bolt cap.
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Wax Seal
This side up.
6mm
Max
6mm
Cut excess.
6mm
Max
6mm
Closet
Flange
T-Bolts
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9Install the tank
Install the bolts into the bracket and tighten evenly.
Mounting Bracket tabs must contact vitreous for proper
gasket compression.
Do not overtighten!
Bolt
Bracket
10 Connect supply and turn on the water.
10mm Supply Alimentation
10mm
11 Flush several times and check for leaks. 12 Turn here to adjust the water level if necessary.
13 Install the tank lid and the seat. Use the supplied 1/4"-20
seat bolts and washers. Periodically check for leaks for
several days following the installation.
1/4"-20
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1.28 gpf
(4.8 lpf)
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SYMPTOMS PROBABLE CAUSES
1. Poor Flush
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A. Adjust the tank water level to match the waterline.
B. Fully open the water supply shut-off valve.
C. Clear obstructions from the trapway, jet, or bowl rim holes.
D. Clear obstructions from the waste line.
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B.
C.
D.
A. Adjust the chain for proper slack so the seal is not held off the flush valve seat.
B. Clean or replace the seal if it is worn, dirty, or misaligned with the flush valve seat, or
if the flush valve seat is damaged. Replace the flush valve seal or flush valve.
C. Clean the fill valve seat/seat washer of debris, or replace the piston/seat washer
assembly.
D. Remove the tank and tighten the flush valve nut if flush valve gasket is leaking. Do
not overtighten. If leakage continues, replace the gasket.
E. Replace the fill valve if the valve float sinks.
F. Adjust the tank water level if it is too high.
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B.
C. /
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F.
2. No Flush
2.
IMPORTANT: Use only genuine Kohler parts as shown to avoid property damage.
4. Tank takes excessive time to fill.
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5. There is excessive noise when the
tank is filling.
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3. The fill valve turns on/off by itself
without the toilet being flushed, or it
runs allowing water to enter the tank.
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A. Reconnect the chain to the trip lever or flush valve.
B. Adjust the chain assembly to remove excessive slack.
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B.
A. Fully open the water supply shut-off valve.
B. Clean the valve inlet, valve head, or supply line. Flush the lines.
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B.
A. Partially close the water supply shut-off valve if the water pressure to the toilet is too
high. Check the toilet performance following any such adjustment.
B. Remove dirt or obstructions from the valve head. Flush the lines.the lines.
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B.
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CONSUMER RESPONSIBILITIES
If you live in a hard water area, make certain that the holes in
the toilet rim are kept clean to ensure proper bowl flushing.
Toilet bowl cleaners should be used at least once a week.
Use a long-handled brush to clean the rim holes, and to clean
as far into the trap as possible to prevent mineral deposits
from forming.
Most toilet bowl cleaners are not harmful to the vitreous china
surface of the toilet bowl. Please follow the bowl cleaner
manufacturer's instructions carefully.
Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents.
Do not use in-tank cleaners. Products containing
chlorine (calcium hypochlorite) can seriously damage
fittings in the tank. This damage can cause leakage
and property damage.
Kohler Company shall not be responsible or liable for any
damage to these tank fittings caused by the use of cleaners
containing chlorine (calcium hypochlorite).
WARNING: Risk of property or product damage.
CAUTION: Don’t use any cement while installing
the toilet.
WARNING: Risk of product damage.
Heat expansion of the toilet may damage
the feet of the toilet. Kohler will not be responsible for
any damage because of using cement.
Do not throw into the toilet what is easy to block it,
such as newspaper, paper pilch, sanitary towel.
Do not bump the vitreous china with great force to
prevent it from damaging and leaking.
Do not use the toilet in the water below 0 C.
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