Kohler C3-520 Assembly instructions

Kohler China Investment Co., Ltd.
No.158, Jiangchangsan Road, Jing'An District, Shanghai, PRC Post Code : 200436
Manufacturer: Shanghai Kohler Electronics., Ltd.
No. 1955, Fengxiang Road, Baoshan Area, Shanghai, PRC Post Code : 200444
Homeowners Guide
Smart Seat
C3-520
K-31333KR-0
English page 2-21
한글 페이지 22-41
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Thank You For Choosing Kohler Company
Thank you for choosing a Kohler product. Kohler craftsmanship offers you a
rare combination of proven performance and graceful sophistication that will
satisfy you for years to come. The dependability and beauty of your Kohler
product will surpass your highest expectations. We are very proud of our
products here at Kohler and we know you will be too.
Please take a few minutes to study this Homeowners Guide. Pay special
attention to the care and cleaning instructions.
All information in this manual is based upon the latest product information
available at the time of publication. At Kohler, we constantly strive to improve
the quality of our products. We reserve the right to make changes in product
characteristics, packaging or availability at any time without notice.
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Warning
Note
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□Risk of product damage. The product may be damaged if the nozzle is applied with
excessive force.
□The installation should be subject to the instructions before the power is connected.
□Risk of electric shock or product damage. Do not immerse the product into water.
□When an electrical product is used, especially when children are near, the following
basic safety precautions shall be followed:
Do not place or store this device where it can fall or be dropped into a bath or sink.
Do not place in or drop into water or other liquid.。
Do not touch any product dropped into the water, unplug immediately.
□Keep power cord far from heated surface.
□Prevent water splash on power plug.
1. CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS
Please read the cautions and warning carefully and observe accordingly.
Warning: any misuse from ignoring the content of this label may cause
serious injury or death.
Note: any misuse from ignoring the content of this label may cause personal
injury or product damage.
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□Risk of product damage. The power shall not be connected before the work is
finished. Otherwise it may lead to product failure.
Danger-Reduce risk from electric shock:
□Do not operate this device if following occasions occurred: damaged cord or
plug; if it is not working properly or if it has been dropped into water.
□In case the power cord is damaged; to avoid danger, product should be replaced
by the manufacturer or the professionals from its maintenance department or
similar departments.
□Risk of product damage. Do not install at a place where it may be splashed by water.
□Risk of product damage. Do not install the product at a place with excessive
humidity, where moisture may condense at the surface of the product. Please
maintain that the usage environment is under adequate ventilation, so as to
prevent damage to electronic components.
□Risk of product damage or property loss. Water leakage may happen if the water
pipe connector is pulled or pressed with excessive force.
This product must be installed safely. Connect only to dedicated 220V~, 60Hz, 10A
circuit protected by Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupters (GFCI’s) or Earth-Leakage
Circuit-Breakers (ELCB’s).
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□This device complies with the method described in the manual. Do not use
attachments not recommended by Kohler Co.
□Do not lean on cover when use this device to prevent product from damage.
□Following the installation procedure and install the product properly.。
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Do not drop or insert any substance to pipeline or any opening holes.
□UV sterilization devices should be installed and maintained by qualified servicemen.
□Please use the water supply hose accompanying with new machine. The old hose
assembly shall not be used again.
Water hose and internal water leak from inside out.
When product is cracked or damaged
When abnormal sound or obvious odor appears.
Product smokes.
Abnormal product heating problem
Cautions and warning (cont.)
□Risk of product damage. The part of the pipe where water may be frozen should
be protected by thermal insulation. Any water left in the product may be frozen
during the winter season. Please keep the product in room temperature before
reinstallation or usage.
□The thermal protector may be out of order during storage or transportation in warm
climate which can lead to product failure. Please ensure the product cools to room
temperature before reinstallation or usage.
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Prevent any exposed skin contact with heated seat too long to prevent low
temperature burning.
Children, elders or those with disabilities from their body, sensitivity or mental
disabilities should not use or get close to this product unless under close tutelage.
Children are forbidden to use or touch this product. Do not leave children alone in
a room with such product.
For those children and the elderly who are unable to adjust the temperature, they
should ask for help to adjust seat temp, water temp and wind temp of toilet cover
to proper gears.
This product shall be repaired by professionals only. The warranty will become
invalid if you try to repair this product by yourself.
When install the product in the room, a stop valve shall be installed in a close
proximity. For emergency circumstances, the water inlet valve shall be stopped
without using any tools; otherwise unexpected failure may cause the loss to the
customer.
□Do not use this product outdoor or in a place where a particle mist spray device is
used, neither at a place using oxygen supply.
□When user cut power supply off, if reactivation of power supply is required, please
wait until the end of “beep……” indication, and then turn on power supply again.
□Stop using product if any of the circumstances observed below. Shut power off and
stop water inlet valve immediately.
WARNING - To reduce the risk of low grade burns, electric shock, fire or
injury to persons
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2. Specification
Min water pressure 0.07Mpa (dynamic pressure)
Max water pressure 0.74Mpa
Water pressure
Rated voltage 220V~, 60Hz
Power cord length About 1.5m
Rated power* 1120W
Max instantaneous power About 1600W
Product outline dimension About 530mm x 454mm x 159mm
Product weight About 5.0kg
Inlet water temp 1-35℃
Operation Environment 1-40℃
Rear wash/kid wash YES, adjustable dial
Front wash YES, adjustable dial
Defecation wash YES, adjustable dial
Water flow (water pressure 0.2Mpa)
Max rear wash shall be no less than 500mL/min
Adjust clean water temp OFF, adjustable 5 dials (ambient temp, about 31-39°C)
Clean Cleaning time (max.) About 300s
Nozzle position adjustment 5 dials
Pulsate massage ON/OFF
Oscillate ON/OFF
Thermal fuse
Backflow prevention Check valve
Temp adjustment OFF, adjustable 5 dials (ambient temp, about 31-39°C)
Safety device Thermal fuse
Cover Slow swing
Seat Slow swing
Comfort
Deodorizing function Yes
Temp adjustmen
t OFF, adjustable 5 dials (ambient temp, about 38-52°C)*
Dryer Safety device Thermal fuse
Nozzle self-clean Yes
Quick dismantle Push release button
Sanitation Antibacterial material Cover and seat
UV sanitize Yes
Water inlet filter Refer to product configuration table
Other safety devices Circuit-Breakers
Control panel Located on side panel
Seating detection Located inside seat
Night light Yes
* Power value testing condition: dynamic pressure 0.2Mpa, inlet water temp 15°C.
Measured 50mm around dryer outlet.*
Water overtemp
protection
Safety
device
Thermal
prevention
Other
function
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3. Keypad and Panel Diagram
Cover (antibacterial*)
Seat (antibacterial*)
BCFG
L
ADEHIJK
*Antibacterial: the seat and cover contains long term inorganic anti-bacteria material which will inhibit bacteria growth on
surface, this does not represent the mildew and other incidental effects. The antibacterial rate is more than 90%. (Perform
test in accordance with GB21551.2-2010 requirements. Testing lab: China household electrical appliances testing institute;
electromechanical products testing technology center of Shanghai Entry-Exit inspection and quarantine bureau.)
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A – STOP
B – FRONT WASH
4. Side Panel Function Intruoduction
C – REAR WASH
D – KID WASH
Press this button to stop flush or dryer function when flush or dryer
function is activated.
When seated, auto activates deodorizer function. Press stop button
to deactivate deodorizer function. The deodorizer function will not be
activated before re-seated.
Hold and press stop button for 2s to close Bidets. Press any button
on side panel, or seated to light side panel up.
When seated, press front wash to activate front wash (female only),
and display current wash strength.
Press FRONT WASH button again to change wash strength when
front wash function is activated. The wash strength shall be changed
per min dial, min-mid dial, mid dial, mid-max dial, max dial, mid-max
dial circulation.
It will stop automatically after 5 minutes of continuous flushing.
When seated, press REAR WASH to activate rear wash and display
current wash strength.
The Bidet is equipped with wide oscillate function. If you want to use
wide oscillate function, please hold both REAR+POWER buttons for
2s on side panel, then activate rear wash oscillate mode.
Press REAR WASH button again to change wash strength when front
wash function is activated. The wash strength shall be changed per
min dial, min-mid dial, mid dial, mid-max dial, max dial, mid-max dial
circulation.
It will stop automatically after 5 minutes of continuous flushing.
When seated, press KID WASH button to activate kid wash and
display current wash strength. Press KID WASH button again to
change wash strength when front wash function is activated. The
wash strength shall be changed per min dial, min-mid dial, mid dial,
mid-max dial, max dial, mid-max dial circulation. It will stop
automatically after 5 minutes of continuous flushing.
When unable to seat on the Bidet due to other reasons, hold and
press KID WASH button for 2s to activate kid wash. Wash strength
display and selection as above.
Press STOP to deactivate wash function under this circumstances, or
It will stop automatically after 5 minutes of continuous flushing. Activate
dryer function after stop wash for 2 min.
Note: Refer to kid seat page for specific kid seat usage and notice.
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Indicating LED displays current dryer temp. Press DRYER button
again, dryer temp shall be circulated per MIN dial, MIN-MID dial, MID
dial, MID-MAX dial, MAX dial, MID-MAX dial sequence. It will auto
stop after 4 min consecutive work.
Press DEFECATION WASH button again to change wash strength
when front wash function is activated. The wash strength shall be
changed per min dial, mid dial, max dial circulation.
It will stop automatically after 5 minutes of continuous flushing.
Note: when above wash function is activated, dryer and deodorizer function will be
automatically stopped.
F – WATER TEMP
Press WATER TEMP button to set water temp for wash functions. Each
click shall be circulated per OFF, LOW dial, LOW-MID dial, MID dial,
MID-MAX dial, MAX dial, MID-MAX dial sequence. Setup water temp
and change over water temp parameter indicating light. If it is OFF, the
indicating light is not illuminated.
G – MASSAGE
Press MASSAGE button to activate MASSAGE (massage + oscillate)
in the flush state.
Each click shall be circulated per MASSAGE, OSCILLATE, MASSAGE
+ OSCILLATE, stop MASSAGE + OSCILLATE sequence and light
corresponding LED up. If MASSAGE + OSCILLATE is OFF, the
indicating light is not illuminated.
H – SEAT TEMP
Press SEAT TEMP button to set seat temperature. Each click shall be
circulated per OFF, MIN dial, MIN-MID dial, MID dial, MID-MAX dial,
MAX dial, MAX-MID dial sequence to set seat temp and change over
seat temp parameter indicating LED. If ring temp is OFF, the indicating
light is not illuminated.
E – DEFECATION WASH
When seated, press DEFECATIOND WASH to activate defecation
wash and display current wash strength.
I – DRYER
When seated, press DRYER to activate dryer function. Stop dryer
function immediately if wash function is in use.
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Bidet nozzle
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Low-mid
small indicator
lights up and
medium
indicator flashes
Mid
small and
medium indicators
light up
simultaneously
Mid-high
small and
medium indicators
light up; large
indicator flashes
High
small, medium
and large
indicators light up
simultaneously
J -POSITION
Press wand POSITION button to activate wand move function in the
flush state; press POSITION button again to change wand position,
the position shall be circulated per MIN, MIN-MID, MID, MID-MAX,
MAX, MID-MAX distance sequence.
K -SANITIZE
Activate sanitize function for 45min UV sanitizing by press SANITIZE
button when unseated. Press STOP button or seat on the Bidet to
stop this function.
Auto UV sterilization function will be activated and start sterilizing
nozzle when unseated for a long time. The process shall be 45min.
No sterilization function shall be activated after this process in another
24hrs.
L -USERS
Change over or preset users: each click shall change over to different
users and retrieve default set.
Storage:select user, hold USERS button to save 4 wash states, dryer
parameter and seat temp parameter. One short beep indicates
successful storage.
Installation instructions
Low
small
indicator
lights up
UV radiation range
UV sterilization (refers to the ultraviolet sterilization generated by UV lamp): During UV working cycle, the bacteria on nozzle
surface will be eliminated by irradiation. The antibacterial rate is more than 99%. (Measured after one UV working cycle, it
was measured within 20mm×8mm irradiation area. Perform test in accordance with GB /T 23131 requirements, UV radiation
zone was shown in the diagram, UV working cycle activation mode refers to users guide. Testing lab: China household
electrical appliances testing institute.)
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2.
3.
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5.
6.
Auto deodorizing function (ON/OFF)
Press and hold rear wash button for 2s to activate or deactivate deodorizing function.
Deactivate: long beep.
Activate: short beep.
Prolonged seating indication function (ON/OFF)
Press and hold MASSAGE button for 2s to activate or deactivate prolonged
seating indication function.
Deactivate: long beep.
Activate: short beep.
When seated, the buzz will generate a beep for indication every 15min, the
indication will be stopped by holding the STOP button or wait for a while.
Energy saving function (ON/OFF)
Press and hold seat temp for 2s to activate (short beep)/deactivate (long
beep) energy saving function. Seat temp LED flashing indicates energy
saving function is ON, seat temp LED stop flashing indicates energy saving
function is OFF. When seated, energy saving mode is cancelled. One week
after the activation, the seat performs an automatic detection in user’s
habitual routine. Starting from the second week, the seat automatically gets
itself into Energy Save mode when it is in idle, depending on the detected
user routine of the first week. During the third week, the seat bases its
judgment on the data collected during the previous week to decide when
it enters into Energy Save mode. It works the same for the following weeks.
Wand auto sanitize function (ON/OFF)
Press and hold SANITIZE button for 2s to activate or deactivate auto sanitize
function.
Deactivate: long beep.
Activate: short beep.
After a long idle period, Bidet will perform sanitize function by activating UV
sanitize function automatically. The duration is 45min, No sterilization function
shall be activated after this process in another 24hrs.
Power off Function (ON/OFF)
Press and hold STOP button for 2s to deactivate toilet. Press any key on side
key board or light side key board up when seated.
Night light function (ON/OFF)
Press and hold front wash button for 2s to activate or deactivate night light
function.
Deactivate: long beep, night light OFF.
Activate: short beep, night light is controlled by ambient light (night light ON when
ambient light is dark, vice versa).
Press and hold button Function Introduction
1.
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Ensure if water inlet valve is OPEN.
Connect the inlet hose; open the water stop valve and connect the power.
Toilet generates one short beep once it is plugged in. The nozzle stretches
out and draws back once. Backlight on the side panel lights up and the night
light flashes until the initialization process completes.
During initialization, it is normal to hear rotating sound of the motor and bicker.
Wrap seat with plastic sheet to prevent splash water from toilet during test.
The seat is designed not to function without an occupant. To activate the seat
controls for testing purposes, when facing the toilet, place your hand or a damp
wash cloth on the right side of the seat approximately 1/3 from the front of the
seat (sensor area).
Proceed to the “Keypad and Panel Diagram” and “Other Function Introduction”
Sections to test the various seat functions.
5. Preparation before the Initial Use
The Bidet is set to Factory mode before initial use:
Front/rear/defecation wash:
Water temp: mid
Water pressure: mid/mid/high
Position: mid distance
Auto deodorizing: ON
Massage: OFF
Seat temperature: mid
Dryer temperature: mid
Night light: on
Energy saving: off
Auto sanitizing: ON
Prolonged seating indication: OFF
Kid wash:
Water temp: mid
Water pressure: low
Position: far distance
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For best results, keep the following in mind when caring for your Kohler product:
6. Care and Cleaning
Avoid abrasive cleaners, detergents, disinfectants or
cleaning products in aerosol cans.
Cleaning Your Seat
Care Tip: Clean the seat with a mixture of
dishwashing liquid and water, or any of the
products listed for toilet seats, using a damp
soft sponge or cloth. Dry with a soft towel and
let the seat air dry.
Do not allow abrasive chemicals and cosmetics (such as
fingernail polish and aftershave) to come in contact with
the toilet seat, as they can damage the finish.
NOTE: Success with cleaners and procedures is dependent upon such factors as
the hardness and temperature of the water, using exact quantities of ingredients,
changes in cleaning formulas, and the condition of the product being cleaned.
Since there are variations within these factors, Kohler cannot guarantee the
effectiveness of the formulas mentioned.
Test First - Always test your cleaning solution on an
inconspicuous area before applying it to the entire
surface.
Do Not Let Cleaners Soak - Do not allow cleaners to sit
or soak on the product.
Avoid Abrasive Materials - Use a soft, dampened
sponge or cloth. Never use an abrasive material such
as a brush or scouring pad to clean surfaces.
IMPORTANT! Do not immerse product in water.
Failure to comply with these cleaning instructions
Wipe Clean - Wipe surfaces clean with a damp cloth
immediately after applying cleaners. Wipe away and dry
any overspray that lands on nearby surfaces.
NOTICE: Open cover or add water inside the toilet might
avoid the plastic parts yellowing problem caused by backflow
air from discharge pipe after residual toilet water evaporated
during long-term idle status.
NOTICE:
may void Kohler’s warranty obligations.
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Nozzle pojected position
Open the cover and seat.
After having the bidet wand cleaned, press STOP button, the bidet wand will
retract. Otherwise, the bidet wand will automatically retract afterwards.
7. Clean the Nozzle
NOTE: The Nozzle can only be extended for cleaning when the seat is not
activated or occupied.
Press and hold the POSITION button for over 2 seconds, clean the bidet
wand with a soft bristle brush until the bidet wand fully extend.
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Pull small rack
Indicate next cartridge exchange
time④
Exchange Cartridge/Clean Screen
IMPORTANT! Risk of product damage. Do not damage connector.
Check all connections for leaks and make any adjustments as needed.
Turn on water inlet valve.
⑥Tighten cover Loosen cover ②
⑤ Tighten cartridge Loosen cartridge ③
Turn off water inlet valve (fig 1).
Remove cartridge cover as shown (fig 2).
Remove old cartridge (fig 3), adjust next cartridge exchange due date (fig 4).
Install new cartridge and tighten as shown (fig 5).
Reinstall cartridge cover (fig 6).
Change cartridge (K-31333KR-0)
Change cartridge when cartridge is due or obvious amount of water is
reduced.
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Turn water inlet valve off unplug power connection
Remove cover first.
Remove hose connection from Bidet and remove internal screen.
Clean the screen with a soft-bristled brush.
Reinstall screen and reconnect the hose.
Check all connections for leaks and make any adjustments as needed.
After seat installation, turn on water inlet valve and power connection.
Screen
*K-31333KR-0 refere to fig on page 14for product with cartridge.
Cut off power connection and turn water inlet valve OFF.
Clean screen immediately when obvious amount of water is reduced.
Clean Screen
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9. Changing Deodorization Block/
Clean Deodorization Block Screen
Warning! Cut off power supply and turn water inlet valve OFF.
Replace with a new one, reload into the vent.
Reinstall louver.
Turn on water inlet valve in turn and connect to power supply.
Screen
IMPORTANT! Risk of product damage!
Do not apply excessive force to the louver while disassembly. Otherwise, it
may be damaged.
Remove louver from the Bidet side (fig 1).
Pull deodorizer block out (fig 2).
Make sure no impurities in the deodorization assembly before renewing the
deodorization block. If yes, remove impurities.
Remove dust on screen, wipe dry and reinstall the screen.
Reinstall cover properly.
Fig 1 Fig 2 Fig 3
Remove cover first.
At the tip of cover bottom, unbuckle to remove deodorizer screen (fig 3).
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Turn off water inlet valve.
Activate flush function to reduce water supply hose pressure.
Unplug cover power cord.
Disconnect water supply hose and connect to filter or Tee-valve.
Lift front tip genteelly, remove cover.
10. Remove Cover
Mounting
board
Note: there might be water inside the Bidet, refers to “Drain the water from the
seat” to check if water drain is complete.
Arrow 1
Arrow 2
Arrow 2
when press release button, genteelly lift cover front tip (fig 1).
Move cover forward and release from mounting board (fig 2).
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Discharge button
Turn off the water supply and water inlet valve.
Press discharge button (at the bottom of cover).
Discharge residual water from the seat.
11. Drain the Water from the Seat
CAUTION! Risk of product damage. When the seat is not used for a
long time or environmental temperature may have dropped to below
freezing, the water should be drained from the seat in advance.
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3. No water comes out
of the nozzle
Symptoms Probable Causes
Symptoms Probable Causes
1. Functions are not
working
2. Seat is loose
a.Screws and nuts are loose.
a. Power failure occurred.
b. The power cord is disconnected.
c. Power cord suffers electricity
leakage. Connector plug
is not reset.
d. You have not touched the seat
sensing area.
e. Thermal protector to open
automatically to protect.
f. None of the above actions
correct the symptom.
a. Wait until the power is restored.
b. Insert the power cord into an
electrical outlet.
c. Press the “Reset” icon on the
plug.
d. You have to sit inside the seat
sensing area.
e. Allow the seat to cool to room
temperature.
f. Contact a KOHLER Service
Representative.
a. Tighten the screws and nuts
according to the installation
guide.
a. Seat does not detect user.
b. Water supply stop closed.
c. Water supply screen plugged.
d. None of the above actions
correct the symptom.
a. Adjust sitting gesture. No
isolation between skin and
seat, such as pants etc.
b. Power off and solve the
problem, power on.
c. Clean the screen according to
the installation guide.
d. Contact a KOHLER Service
Representative.
4. No water flow
5. The water pressure
is low
6. Water stops flowing
from the spray wand
before I am finished
cleaning
a. The water supply stop is closed.
b. The seat sensor is not detecting
the user.
a. Open the water supply stop.
b. See activating the seat
information in the “Test the
Functions” section.
a. The screen is clogged.
b. Low supply pressure.
a. See the “Clean the Screen”
section.
b. Increase the pressure.
a. One minute after pressing one
of the spray icons, washing
automatically stops.
b. The seat sensor is not detecting
the user.
a. Press the “Rear” or “Front” icon
again.
b. See activating the seat
information in the “Test the
Functions” section.
7. Water keeps on
dripping from nozzle
side holes
a. This is to prevent the unit inside
part being over pressured.
a. None
12. Troubleshooting
General Functions
Cleansing Functions
This troubleshooting guide is for general aid only. A Kohler Authorized Service
Representative or qualified electrician should correct all electrical problems. For
warranty service, contact your dealer or wholesale distributor.
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9. The speed of the seat
and cover closure
varies in summer and
winter.
a. Due to change in room
temperature.
a. The seat sensor is covered by
an object or the seat is wet.
a. Remove any water or object
from the seat sensor area.
10. Wash, Deodorizer,
or Air functions
operate when you
press the icon while
seat is not occupied.
11. Even though the seat
is occupied, the spray
function does not work.
a. The seat sensor may not be
able to detect you depending
on the way you are sitting.
a. Change your sitting position.
a. Four minutes after pressing the
“Air Speed” icon, blower
automatically stops.
a. Press the “ AIR TEMP” button
again.
12. The hot blower stops
during use.
a. The bolts for the mounting plate
that secure the main unit are
loose.
a. Tighten the bolts of the
mounting plate.
15. The seat moves both
up and down and
right and left.
a. The deodorant block is invalid
due to long-term use.
b. Some users is sensitive to odor.
a. Replace deodorant block.
b. None.
13. The deodorizing
blower feature
doesn’t work.
a. The seat sensor is not
detecting the user.
b. Press “STOP”.
14. Odor is not removed.
Troubleshooting(cont.)
a. None
a. See activating the seat
information in the “Test the
Functions” section.
b. See activating the seat
information in the “Operation”
section.
8. When seated, water
flows out from the
nozzle.
a. Residue water in the nozzle will
be automatically discharged
before use if it is not used for
extended time.
a. None
Symptoms Probable Causes
Symptoms Probable Causes
Symptoms Probable Causes
Symptoms Probable Causes
Symptoms Probable Causes
Slow Close Cover
Seat Sensor
Air (Dryer) Functions
Deodorizer Functions
Other
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