Kohler K-3379 User manual

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114252-2-BD 2001 Kohler Co.
PILLOW TALKPOWER LITE
VITREOUS CHINA TOILET
K-3379
1. BEFORE YOU BEGIN
A. HOW TOUSE THESEINSTRUCTIONS
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 this manual is based on the latest product
information available at the time of publication. Kohler Co.
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 –     
B. INSTALLER HAZARD NOTIFICATION
DANGER: Risk of electrical shock. Connectonly
to a properly grounded, grounding-type receptacle,
protected by a Ground-Fault Circuit- Interrupter
(GFCI).
DANGER: Risk of injury or product damage.
Handle vitreous china products very carefully.
Vitreous china can break and chip if you overtighten
bolts and nuts.
NOTICE: Follow all local plumbing and
electrical codes.
C. PRODUCTPROPERTIES
One-piece vitreous china toilet.
Water depth from rim is 6-1/2” (16.5cm).
2-1/4” (5.7cm) passageway.
3’ (91.4cm) electrical cord length.
For roughing-in and overall dimensions, See
Fig. #3 .
Fixture dimensions are nominal and conform to
tolerances by ANSI/ASME standards
(A112.19.2M).
D. PRODUCTREQUIREMENTS
Toilet should be installed with a 3/8” shut-off valve.
Since all toilets do not have the same supply
rough-in,youmayhavetochangethelocationofthe
supply stop to install this toilet.
Closet flange must be 12” (30.5cm) on-center from
wall.
Electrical service requirements: dedicated 120
VAC, 15A, 60 Hz. (circuit protected by Class A
GFCI.)
E. ORDERING INFORMATION
Pillow TalkPower LiteToilet K-3379. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
When specified:
floor bolts (pr.) 21401. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3/8” supply K-7638. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
NOTE: For service parts ordering information, see
separate Service Parts document enclosed with product.
F. MATERIALSREQUIRED
3/8” shut-off valve
Closet flange
Toilet T-bolts (2) 5/16” diameter
Toilet gasket (wax seal)
G. TOOLSREQUIRED
10” (25.4cm) adjustable wrench
12” (30.5cm) pipe wrench
Tubing cutter
Level
Putty knife
Hacksaw/metal file (for shortening T-bolts)
Screwdriver
NOTE: Site preparation may require additional tools.

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2. SITE PREPARATION
A. INSTALL ELECTRICAL SERVICE
Have a licensed electrician install a properly grounded,
grounding-type receptacle, protected by a Class A
Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter (GFCI).
The electrician should locate the receptacle 6” (15.2cm)
above the floor line and 2-3/4” (7cm) to the right of the
centerline of the closet flange. The electrical cord length of
the toilet is 3’ (91.4cm).
NOTICE: Follow all local electrical codes.
Fig. #1
6”
(15.2cm)
2-3/4”
(7cm)
GFCI-Protected
Receptacle
B. REMOVE EXISTING TOILET
NOTICE: Carefully inspect new fixture for any sign
of damage before removing existing toilet.
Turn off water supply.
Flush the toilet and sponge out remaining water from tank
and bowl.
Disconnect supply valve and remove old tank and bowl.
See Fig. #2 . Remove old gasket from the floor and closet
flange with a putty knife.
Remove old T-bolts (the T-shapedbolts in the closet flange)
and discard.
DANGER: Risk of hazardous gases.  
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Fig. #2 Closet Flange
C. ROUGH-IN PLUMBING
Turn off water supply.
Install or relocate supplies and outlets as necessary to
conform to roughing-in dimensions. See Fig. #3 . For
shut-off valve location, see Fig. #4 .

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D. ROUGHING-INDIMENSIONS
Fig. #3
3/4”
(1.9cm) 30-5/8” (77.8cm)
2-15/16”
(7.5cm)
12” (30.5cm)
14-3/4”
(37.5cm)
C
L OF OUTLET
16-1/2” (41.9cm)
20-5/8”
(52.4cm)
2-5/8”
(6.7cm)
5-1/8”
(13cm)
6”
(15.2cm)
2-3/4”
(7cm)
3/8” I.P.S. SUPPLY
14-5/16”
(36.4cm)
7-1/4”
(18.4cm)
10” (25.4cm)
FRONT OF BOWL
RECEPTACLE
1”
(2.5cm)
E. INSTALL SHUT-OFF VALVE
For supply installation, refer to instructions packed with
supply stop.
Locate supply shut-off valve soitis 2-5/8” (6.7cm) above the
floor line and 5-1/8” (13cm) to the left of the centerline of the
closet flange.
Fig. #4
Shut-off
Valve
12”
(30.5cm)
5-1/8”
(13cm)
2-5/8”
(6.7cm)
Install new 5/16” diameter T-bolts.
Fig. #5
T-Bolts Closet Flange

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3. INSTALLATION
A. INSTALL TOILET GASKET
Place new toilet onto padding with the side of the toilet
opposite the trip lever facing down.
Firmly place gasket on toilet outlet. If using a gasket with
integral plastic sleeve, position gasket with sleeve facing
away from toilet.
NOTE: If a rag or other plug was placed in closet flange,
remove rag from closet flange before setting toilet.
Fig. #6
Gasket
B. ALIGN AND SET TOILET
Carefully align and lower toilet over the closet flange and
T-bolts.
CAUTION: Risk of product damage. Donotliftor
rock toilet after placement. A new gasket must be
reapplied if you break the watertight seal.
Apply full body weight to toilet rim to set seal.
Fig. #7 T-Bolts
Closet
Flange

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C. SECURETOILET
Assemble washers and nuts on exposed T-bolts.
CAUTION: Risk of personal injury or product
damage. Overtightening may cause breakage or
chipping.
Handtighten nuts, then tighten an additional 1/2 turn with
wrench.
Fig. #8
Nut
Washer
D. ATTACH BOLT COVER
Slide plastic bolt cover (longer tab first) into the side of toilet.
Pull forward to hold in position.
Fig. #9
Longer Tab
E. CONNECTSUPPLIES
Remove coupling nut from accessory pack packed with
toilet. Carefully bend supply stop tubing to fit. Measure for
required penetration into supply stop. Cut and de-burr
tubing. Place connection hardware onto tubing as shown.
Hand-tighten coupling nut first and then the compression
nut.
Fig. #10
Supply Stop
Ferrule
Compression
Nut
Coupling Nut
Tubing
Washer
Valve Shank

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F. REMOVE PACKING MATERIAL
Cut wire tie that retains the pump to the back wall of the
toilet. Remove wire tie and pump packing material.
NOTE: Do not remove the hose clamps on the pump
hoses.
If the pump shifted during shipping or installation, relocate
it so that it is not touching the back or side wall of the toilet.
Fig. #11
Wire Tie
Packing
Pump
G. CHECK FOR LEAKS
Turn shut-off valve on. Check for leaks.
Check all bowl and tank connections for leaks for several
days.
The nuts on the T-bolts may also require re-tightening.
Fig. #12
Check Here
For Leaks
Shut-off Valve
Check
Here For
Leaks

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H. ADJUSTTHEWATER LEVEL
Adjust the tank water level to the proper marked waterline
by rotating the threaded rod clockwise to raise the water
levelorcounterclockwisetolowerthewaterlevelasneeded.
Carefully install the tank cover.
Fig. #13
Float
Waterline
I. PLUG IN ELECTRICAL CORD
Plug the toilet electrical cord plug into a Class A
Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter (GFCI).
Fig. #14
GFCI-Protected
Receptacle
J. CHECKFORPROPEROPERATION
The toilet has a dual flush operation, which allows for a 1.6
gallon (6L) flush and a 1.1 gallon (4.2L) flush.
Check that both flush functions are operating.
Fig. #15
Long Flush
(1.6 gpf (6 lpf))
Short Flush
(1.1 gpf (4.2 lpf))
K. TROUBLESHOOTASNECESSARY
To troubleshoot any problems that may occur, see the
owner’s manual also packed with the product.

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4. IMPORTANT CONSUMER INFORMATION
A. CONSUMERRESPONSIBILITIES
Cleantheoutsidesurfaceofyourvitreous chinaproduct with
mild soap and warm water. Wipe the entire surface
completely dry with a clean, soft cloth.
If the surface of your vitreous china product becomes
excessively dirty, youcan use a general purpose cleaner
such as: Fantastik, LysolFoaming Disinfectant, Dow
Bathroom Cleaner Liquid, Scrub Free Soap Scum
Remover, Soft Scrub, Spic and Span, or Mr. Clean.
If you live in a hard water area, you should make certain that
the holes in the rim are kept clean for proper bowl flushing.
Toilet bowl cleaners should be used at least once a week.
Usealong-handledbrushtocleantherim holesandtoclean
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 cleansers or solvents.
WARNING: Do not use in-tank cleaners.
Products containing chlorine(calciumhypochlorite)
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
tank fitting damage caused by the use of cleaners
containing chlorine (calcium hypochlorite).
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In the U.S.A., call 1-800-4-KOHLER
In Mexico, call 001-877-680-1310
In Canada, call 1-800-964-5590
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PILLOW TALKPOWER LITE
INODORO DE PORCELANA VÍTREA
K-3379
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1. ANTES DE COMENZAR
A. CÓMO UTILIZAR LAS INSTRUCCIONES
Lea estas instrucciones atentamente para familiarizarse
con las herramientas requeridas, los materiales y la
secuencia de instalación. Siga las secciones
correspondientesasuinstalaciónparticular.Estoleayudará
a evitar errores costosos. Para una buena instalación, lea
todas las instrucciones de funcionamiento y de seguridad.
Toda la información que aparece en las instrucciones está
basada en la información más reciente disponible al
momento de su publicación. Kohler Co. se reserva el
derecho de efectuar cambios en las características del
producto, empaque o disponibilidad en cualquier momento,
sin previo aviso.
       ,
pues contienen información importante sobre el cuidado,
limpieza y garantía.
B. ADVERTENCIASPARA EL INSTALADOR
PELIGRO: Riesgo de descarga eléctrica.
Conecte solamente a un receptor puesto a tierra
correctamente, protegidoporun interruptor decircuito
accionado por corriente de pérdida a tierra (GFCI).
PELIGRO: Riesgo de lesiones personales o
daños al producto. Maneje los productos de
porcelana vítrea con cuidado. El asegurar demasiado
los pernos o las tuercas, puede romper o astillar la
porcelana vítrea.
AVISO: Cumpla con todos los códigos
locales de electricidad y de plomería.
C. PROPIEDADESDELPRODUCTO
Inodoro de porcelana vítrea de una pieza.
Ladistanciadelasuperficiedelaguaalbordeesde
6-1/2” (16,5cm).
Sifón de 2-1/4” (5,7cm).
Cable de eléctrico de 3’ (91,4cm).
Para las dimensiones brutas y generales, Ver la
Fig. #3 .
Las dimensiones del aparato sanitario son
nominales y cumplen con las tolerancias estableci-
das por las normas A112.19.2M del ANSI/ASME.
D. REQUISITO DE LOSPRODUCTOS
Instale este inodoro con una llave de paso de 3/8”.
Puesto que todos los inodoros no tienen el mismo
diagrama de instalación del suministro, es posible
que se necesite cambiar la ubicación de la llave de
paso para instalar el inodoro.
Labridaparainodorosdebeestara12”(30,5cm)de
la pared en la línea central.
Requisitos del suministro eléctrico: circuito dedica-
do de 120 V CA, 15A, 60 Hz. (protegido por un
interruptor de pérdida a tierra de Clase A)
E. INFORMACIÓN PARAORDENAR
Inodoro Pillow TalkPower LiteK-3379. . . . . . . . . . . .
Cuando se especifique:
Pernos del piso (par) 21401. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Suministro de 3/8” K-7638. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
NOTA: Para ordenar las piezas de repuesto, consulte la
página incluida con el producto.

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F. MATERIALESREQUERIDOS
Llave de paso de 3/8”
Brida para inodoros
Pernos en T (2), diámetro de 5/16”
Empaque del inodoro (sello de cera)
G. HERRAMIENTASREQUERIDAS
Llave ajustable de 10” (25,5cm)
Llave para la tubería de 12” (30,5cm)
Cortatubos
Nivel
Espátula
Segueta (para cortar los pernos en T)
Destornillador
NOTA: La preparación del sitio puede requerir
herramientas adicionales.