Kohler French Curve K-4653T-U User manual

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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
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ORDERING INFORMATION
SAN RAPHAEL Toilet ................................................K-3384T-A
4653T-U
SAN RAPHAEL Toilet .............................................K-3384T-S
Includes CACHET Quiet-Close Toilet Seat....K-4636T-U
SAN RAPHAEL Toilet .............................................K-3384T-C
Includes French Curve Quiet-Close Seat............K-4713T
SAN RAPHAEL Toilet.........................................K-3384T-SAF
Includes CACHET Quiet-Close Toilet Seat....K-4636T-U
Includes French Curve Elongated Toilet Seat .......K-
®
TM
TM
®
.......................................................K-3384T-A
.......................K-4653T-U
.......................................................K-3384T-S
..........................K-4636T-U
.......................................................K-3384T-C
.....................................K-4713T
..................................................K-3384T-SAF
..........................K-4636T-U
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
VITREOUS CHINA SIPHON WASH ONE-PIECE TOILET
S-EB 305mm K-3384T-A/K-3384T-S/K-3384T-C/K-3384T-SAF
SAN RAPHAEL
TM
, 2009
Copyright Kohler China Ltd., 2009
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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.
51mm (2") passageway.
Water depth from the rim is 152mm (6").
Ensure that the new drain has the correct roughing-in
dimension. This toilet has a 305mm (12") roughing-in
dimension. .
Closet flange must be 305mm (12") 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).
: 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.
See Fig. #1
Fig. #1
and Fig. #4
WARNING: Risk of personal injury or product
damage
WARNING: Risk of external leakage
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140mm
51mm
152mm
305mm(
1)
305mm
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ASME A112.19.2-
2003.
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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
TO REMOVE EXISTING TOILET
Turn off the water supply. Flush the toilet, and use a sponge
to remove the remaining water from the tank and bowl.
Disconnect the supply shut-off valve (if present), and remove
the old tank and bowl.
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Fig.#1
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INSTALLATION
OF OUTLET
C
L
DN10/15 SUPPLY
FRONT OF BOWL
733
67
305
378
562
67
194
514
255
369
210
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Unit: mm
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Reference Value
Kohler reserves the right to change marked dimensions without prior notice.
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67mm;
67
mm 194
Fig.#2
2
Fig.#3
3
Fig.#4
4
Fig.#5
5
Remove the old gasket from the floor
and the closet flange with a putty knife.
Remove the old T-bolts and discard
them.
if the new toilet is not
installed immediately, temporarily stuff
a rag into the closet flange.
NOTICE:
T
Install two new 8mm (5/16") diameter
T-bolts into the closet flange.
Do not use white cement or
high lime content cements to install
this toilet. The expansion of cement
due to a rise in temperature may make
the toilet crack or cause damage.
Kohler is not responsible for any
damage caused by installation with the
use of cement.
NOTICE:
8mm T
TO INSTALL SUPPLY
SHUT-OFF VALVE
Install the supply shut-off valve so it is
67mm (2-5/8") above the finished floor
line, and 194mm (7-5/8") to the left of
the closet flange centerline.
The centerline of the supply shut-off
valve outlet should extend 67mm
(2-5/8") from the finished wall. Install
the supply shut-off valve with the outlet
vertical.
TO INSTALL BOWL
Set the bowl upside down on some
padding. Firmly press the toilet gasket
onto the toilet outlet.
Wax ring type toilet gasket
should not be installed at temperatures
less than 21 .
If you are using a toilet
gasket with an integral plastic sleeve,
make sure the gasket is positioned
with the sleeve facing away from the
toilet.
If you temporarily plugged the closet
flange with a rag, remove the rag at
this time and ensure that the drain pipe
is clear and free of debris.
Carefully align and lower the bowl over
the closet flange and T-bolts. Apply full
body weight to the bowl rim to set the
seal.
Do not lift or rock the
bowl after placement-anew
toilet gasket must be installed if
you break the watertight seal.
NOTE 1:
NOTE 2:
CAUTION: Risk of concealed
leakage:
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21
2
Closet Flange
Closet Flange
T-bolts
T
Supply Shut-Off Valve
Closet Flange
Centerline
194
305
67
Toilet Outlet (OUTLET)
Toilet Gasket
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Fig.#6
6
Assemble the bolt cap bases, washer,
and nuts on the exposed T-bolts.
Handtighten the nuts, then tighten
them an additional 1/2-turn.
overtightening may cause
breakage or chipping of the
vitreous china.
If the T-bolts extend more than 6mm
(1/4") over the top of the nuts, cut off
the excess and file the end. Wipe
away any residue. Install the bolt caps.
CAUTION: Risk of personal
injury or product damage.
T
T 6mm
*Supplied with toilet
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T-Bolt
T
Bolt Cap*
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Nut
Washer
Bolt Cap Base*
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IMPORTANT:
Make certain the top is turned to the locked
position. Valve may not turn on if top is not fully in the
locked position.
Before turning on the supply valve for the first
time, follow the steps below to clear sand, debris and rust
from the system:
Make sure water sure water supply is off. Remove valve END
by rotating it 1/8 turn counterclockwise.
While holding a container over the uncapped VALVE to
prevent splashing, turn water supply on and off a few times.
Leave water supply off.
Replace END by engaging lugs and rotating 1/8 turn
clockwise.
Turn on water supply. Check that water level is at the marked
water line.
1/8
1/8
TO CONNECT WATER
SUPPLY
* Flexible hose (not provided) are
recommended to connect the supply
line to the fill valve. If you use a rigid
connection(not provided), take care
not to apply side forces to the bottom
of the fill valve. Be sure the rigid
connection must be fit with supply line
completely to prevent damage shank
by forced connection.
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Supply Shank*
Supply Shut-Off Valve
Fig.#7
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Attach the toilet seat according to the
installation instructions included.
Open the supply shut-off valve and
check all connections for leakage. If
the connections have been properly
assembled, a slight retightening of the
nuts should stop any leakage.
Fig.#8
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Check This Area
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FILL FLOAT WITH
BALLAST
Adjust the float by the cross-shaped
thread and sliding it up or down on the
float rod until the water level is at the
marked water line.
Test flush the toilet.
Check all connections for leakage for
several days.
Set the tank cover in place on the tank.
Fig.#9
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SYMPTOMS
A. Adjust flapper chain assembly for proper slack.
B. Inspect, clean and, if necessary, replace
flapper ball and/or seat.
PROBABLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION
1. Float valve turns on/off
by itself without toilet
being flushed.
A. No slack in flapper chain assembly, holding
flapper off seat.
B. Flush valve flapper ball worn, dirty or
misaligned with flush valve seat; or seat
corroded so flapper will not seal.
A. During fill cycle, hold float under water a few
seconds to allow it to fill with water ballast.
B. Adjust the cross-shaped thread on float rod
until water level is at marked water line.
A. Valve float cup does not contain enough water
to provide required ballast.
B. Float height incorrect.
4. Long or noisy tank fill
cycle.
A. Perform Corrective Action 2.A.A. Plugged valve inlet or supply line.
A. Adjust tank water level.
B. Unclog trapway; clean rim holes.
C. Clear obstruction from soil pipe or vent.
D. Open supply shut-off valve.
A. Water level is too low.
B. Trapway or rim holes are obstructed.
C. Soil pipe or vent is obstructed.
D. Supply shut-off valve not fully open.
5. Poor flush.
A. Toilet trapway is obstructed.
B. Soil pipe or vent is obstructed.
A. Use plunger to unclog.
B. Clear obstruction from soil pipe or vent pipe.
6. Toilet overflows.
7. Toilet does not activate. A. Reconnect the chain.A. Chain is not connected to lift rod or flush valve.
2. Float valve continues to
run, allowing water to
enter tank.
3. Incorrect water level
height.
A. Foreign particles lodged under the float valve
seal (located under float valve cap).
B. Float valve seal (located under float valve cap)
may be cracked or split.
C. Tank water level set above overflow level.
D. Water leaking past flush ball.
E. Trip lever binding, holding flush ball open.
A. Shut off water supply; remove float valve cap
assembly by rotating 1/8 turn counterclockwise.
Cover uncapped lower valve unit with an
inverted cup (holding it to prevent overspray),
and turn water on and off a few times. Clean
float valve seal surface (located under float
valve cap). Replace float valve cap assembly
by engaging lugs and rotating 1/8 turn
clockwise. Turn water on. Install filter in supply
line to prevent recurring problems.
B. Replace seal.
C. During fill cycle, hold float under water a few
seconds to allow it to fill with water ballast.
Adjust float by adjust the cross-shaped thread
on float rod and sliding float up or down on
float rod until water level is at marked water
line.
D. Replace flush ball.
E. Turn trip lever nut clockwise to loosen until
trop lever no longer binds.
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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.
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