Kohler K-3492 User manual

Installation Guide
Toilet
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K-3492
1035530-2-C

Tools and Materials
Thank You For Choosing Kohler Company
We appreciate your commitment to Kohler quality. Please take a few minutes to review this manual before
you start installation. If you encounter any installation or performance problems, please don’t hesitate to
contact us. Our phone numbers and website are listed on the back cover. Thanks again for choosing Kohler
Company.
Before You Begin
DANGER: Risk of electric shock. Disconnect power before servicing.
DANGER: Risk of electrical shock. For plug-in installations/wall-mounted electrical supply: Connect
only to a properly-grounded, grounding-type receptacle which is protected by a Ground-Fault
Circuit-Interrupter (GFCI). Do not remove the grounding pin or use a grounding adapter.
DANGER: Risk of electrical shock. For hardwire installations/through-floor electrical supply:
Connect only to a properly-grounded, dedicated 120 VAC, 15 A, 60 Hz circuit protected by a Class A
Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter (GFCI) or Earth-Leakage Circuit-Breaker (ELCB).
CAUTION: Risk of hazardous gases. If a new toilet is not installed immediately, temporarily place a
rag in the floor flange opening.
NOTICE: Follow all local plumbing and electrical codes.
NOTICE: The Canadian Electric Code requires receptacles installed in bathrooms to be located at least 1
meter from a bath or shower if practical, but in no case less than 500 mm. If the installation is in Canada,
install this unit in accordance with the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1.
Observe all local plumbing and building codes.
Carefully inspect the new toilet for damage.
Water and electrical supplies may installed through either the wall or the floor. For a more aesthetic
look, installation of the supplies through the floor is recommended.
There is a wiring schematic on the inside of the junction box cover.
Wax Seal Assorted
Screwdrivers
T-Bolts
Adjustable
Wrench
Tape
Measure Knife
Masking
Tape
Supply Stop
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1. Roughing-In
DANGER: Risk of electric shock. Disconnect power before servicing.
DANGER: Risk of electrical shock. For plug-in installations/wall-mounted electrical supply: Connect
only to a properly-grounded, grounding-type receptacle which is protected by a Ground-Fault
Circuit-Interrupter (GFCI). Do not remove the grounding pin or use a grounding adapter.
DANGER: Risk of electrical shock. For hardwire installations/through-floor electrical supply:Connect
only to a properly-grounded, dedicated 120 VAC, 15 A, 60 Hz circuit protected by a Class A
Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter (GFCI) or Earth-Leakage Circuit-Breaker (ELCB).
NOTE: This product is designed for installation with the electrical and water supplies located through
either the wall or the floor.
24-5/8" (62.5 cm)
L of Outlet
16-1/2" (41.9 cm)
16-5/8"
(42.2 cm)
18-1/4"
(46.4 cm)
Wall
14-1/8"
(35.9 cm)
12"
(30.5 cm)
Front of Bowl
C
3/8" Compression
Supply
6-5/8"
(16.8 cm)
15-7/8"
(40.3 cm)
7-1/4"
(18.4 cm)
4-3/8"
(11.1 cm)
38-3/4"
(98.4 cm)
Hardwire
Electrical Supply
Both the electrical and water supplies
can be installed on either the wall or
the floor. Follow the information for
your particular installation.
3/4" (1.9 cm)
3/4" (1.9 cm)
3/4" (1.9 cm)
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2. Install the Electrical Service and Water Supply
DANGER: Risk of electric shock. Disconnect power before servicing.
DANGER: Risk of electrical shock. For plug-in installations/wall-mounted electrical supply: Connect
only to a properly-grounded, grounding-type receptacle which is protected by a Ground-Fault
Circuit-Interrupter (GFCI). Do not remove the grounding pin or use a grounding adapter.
DANGER: Risk of electrical shock. For hardwire installations/through-floor electrical supply:
Connect only to a properly-grounded, dedicated 120 VAC, 15 A, 60 Hz circuit protected by a Class A
Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter (GFCI) or Earth-Leakage Circuit-Breaker (ELCB).
Install the Electrical Service
NOTE: This product is designed for installation with the electrical supply located through either the wall
or the floor. Both types are illustrated. Refer to the dimensional information for your chosen installation.
Follow the dimensional information exactly when installing a hardwire electrical supply.
Install the electrical supply for your chosen installation.
Install the Water Supply
NOTE: This product is designed for installation with the water supply located through either the wall or
the floor. Both types are illustrated. Refer to the dimensional information for your chosen installation.
NOTE: A floor mounted water supply stop may be no higher than 2-3/4″(7 cm) from the floor.
Install the water supply. If you are installing a floor supply, study the dimensional information
illustrated carefully.
Maximum incoming water pressure, 552 kPa (80 psi).
Minimum incoming water pressure, 138 kPa (20 psi).
7-1/4" (18.4 cm)
GFCI-
Protected
Receptacle
The wall locations of the
electrical and water supply
are interchangeable.
T-Bolts
6"
(15.2 cm)
12" (30.5 cm)
2-3/4" (7 cm)
3/4" (1.9 cm)
2-3/4" (7 cm)
Maximum Height
Supply Stop
Supply Stop
Hardwire
Electrical Supply
Floor Flange
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3. Install the T-Bolts
NOTE: T-bolts are not included.
Install two 5/16″diameter T-bolts into the floor flange.
4. Install the Wax Ring
Place the wax ring in the putty ring located on the tank.
T-Bolts
Floor
Flange
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5. Position the Tank
CAUTION: Risk of product damage. Do not push down on any part of the tank assembly other than
the cylinder. Damage may occur.
CAUTION: Risk of product damage. Do not rock or lift the tank after placement. The seal created by
the wax ring may be broken, resulting in leaking.
Remove the outlet gasket.
Mark the centerline on the floor.
Align the tank over the floor flange.
Lower the tank onto the floor flange. The T-bolts should align with the mounting slots in the base of
the tank.
Carefully align the tank on the centerline.
Position the tank on the T-bolts.
Press down on the cylinder where the gasket was mounted. Do not press anywhere else on the tank
assembly.
Replace the outlet gasket.
Position the loose end of the refill tube in the outlet ring.
Outlet Ring
Remove outlet
gasket.
Centerlines
T-Bolts
Tank
Floor Flange
Replace
outlet
gasket.
Press here on cylinder.
Refill Tube
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6. Secure the Tank
CAUTION: Risk of product damage. Do not overtighten the mounting nuts. Do not shorten the
T-bolts.
Place a washer on each T-bolt.
Thread a nut onto each T-bolt.
Hand tighten the nuts.
7. Connect the Water
IMPORTANT! If this installation replaces an existing toilet, a hose other than the one shipped with the
water supply may be used. Use a stainless steel, burst-resistant hose.
NOTE: This installation is configured to accept a floor water supply. A wall supply is also acceptable.
Connect the water.
Open the shut-off valve.
Nut
Washer
T-Bolt
Base of
Tank Unit
Flexible Hose
Floor supply shown.
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8. Check the Waterline
CAUTION: Risk of property damage. Before use, return the inlet valve lever to the unlocked (closed)
position to avoid overflow.
NOTE: The waterline is marked inside the tank by a notch and a label.
Turn on the water supply.
Move the lever on the motorized inlet valve into the locked (open) position.
Check the water level in the tank. If the water level is at the marked waterline, return the lever to
the unlocked (closed) position. If adjustments are needed, proceed to the next step.
To adjust the water level, use a flat-blade screwdriver to gently turn the adjustment rod on the inlet
valve. Turning the rod counterclockwise will lower and clockwise will raise the water level.
Return the lever to the unlocked (closed) position.
Locked
Unlocked
Waterline
Adjust waterline.
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9. Install the Collar
Place the wiring harness plug, level switch wire, and refill tube on the floor so they extend out the
rear access opening.
Tape them to the floor so they will not be pinched or damaged.
Install the collar onto the tank.
Clip the spray shield into place over the fill valve.
Tape
Level
Switch
Wire
Electrical
Plug
Centerline
Refill Tube
Wiring Harness Plug
Spray Shield
Collar
Tank
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10. Install the Vitreous Shell
WARNING: Risk of personal injury. The vitreous shell weighs 80 lbs (36 kg). Use proper lifting
technique when handling the vitreous shell.
CAUTION: Risk of product damage. Do not set the shell down hard. Gently lift and move the shell if
it is not placed correctly. If handled harshly, the shell may chip or break.
Carefully pick up the vitreous shell and place it over the tank.
Make sure the trapway seats fully in the outlet gasket. If the vitreous shell does not sit evenly on
the floor, the trapway is not properly seated.
Make all adjustments gently until the trapway is properly seated.
Vitreous
Tank
Collar
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