Kohler PANACHE K-18182T-2 User manual

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
VITREOUS CHINA TWO-PIECE TOILET
K-18182T-2/K-18182T-S2
PANACHE
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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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Observe all local plumbing and building codes.
Shut off the water supply.
54mm passageway.
Ensure that the new drain has the correct roughing-in
dimension.
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 (A112.19.2-2018).
Fig. #1
This product complies with GB/T 6952-2015 and GB
25502-2017. Water Efficiency Grade 2.
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54mm
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ASME A112.19.2-
2018.
GB/T 6952-2015 GB 25502-2017
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ORDERING INFORMATION
PANACHE Toilet ...................................................K-18182T-2
Includes Bowl....................................................K-18183T-2
Includes Tank.......................................................K-12675T
Includes .......................K-4760T-PL
PANACHE Toilet .................................................K-18182T-S2
Includes Bowl....................................................K-18183T-2
Includes Tank ...............................................K-12675T-ST3
Includes ......K-17674T
PANACHE Toilet Seat
PANACHE Quiet-close Toilet Seat
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.........................................................K-18182T-2
.............................................................K-18183T-2
................................................................K-12675T
................................K-4760T-PL
.......................................................K-18182T-S2
.............................................................K-18183T-2
........................................................K-12675T-ST3
............................K-17674T
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Copyright Kohler China Investment Co., Ltd. 2021
2021
No.2 KOHLER ROAD, SANSHUI CENTRAL INDUSTRIAL PARK, LEPING TOWN, SANSHUI DIST., FOSHAN, GUANGDONG, PRC POST CODE 528137
2 528137
8# MENGSHAN RD, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ZONE OF HUANTAI, ZIBO, SHANDONG, CHINA 256410
8 256410
NO.1 KOHLER STREET, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ZONE OF FAKU COUNTY, SHENYANG LIAONING PROVINCE, PRC 110400
1 110400
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POST CODE:
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TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED (NOT
SUPPLIED)
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254mm (10") adjustable wrench
305mm (12") pipe wrench
Tape measure
Level
Drill (10mm. Drill bit)
Screwdriver
Water supply flexible hose
Wax ring
Toilet supply shut-off valve, 10mm(3/8") recommended
UNIT: mm
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ROUGHING-IN
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254
305
( 10mm)
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10mm(3/8")
Fig.#1
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Kohler reserves the right to change marked dimensions without prior notice.
Finished Wall
Reference Value
305
427
155
272
780
370
405
454
180
675
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 .

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INSTALLATION
Bowl
Tank
Attachment wing nuts
Fig.#2
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ASSEMBLE TANK BOLTS&WASHERS
Slip bolt heads into mounting hole on bottom of tank. Place
large foam washer on base of flush valve.
Place tank on bowl and attach with nuts and washers from
under bowl.
See Fig. #2a.
See Fig.#2b.
NOTE: 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.
2a
2b
Fig.#2a
2a
Fig.#2b
2b
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INSTALL THE BOWL
1. Put the bowl in position and mark a line along the back of
the bowl.
2. Place the template on the floor, align to the pencil line and
secure to the floor.
3. Drill the fixing holes with a 10 mm drill as indicated on the
template.
4. Fit the clamps to the floor with the floor plugs, washers and
nuts.
5. Position the bowl and install the soil pipe in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions.
An inlet isolating valve must be installed to the bowl.
6. Connect the inlet water supply to the bowl.
7. Secure the bowl in positon with the plastic sleeve and the
screw. Fit the plastic cover cap.
CAUTION: Please make sure there is no water pipe or
spool under the holes to be drilled.
Note!

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Back edge of pan
Back edge of pan
Wall
Installation template
Fig.#3
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Cover Cap
Screw
Plastic Sleeve
Fixing Hole
Bolt
Washer
Clamp
Floor plug
Fig.#4
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Fig.#5
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OPEN
FILL FLOAT WITH
BALLAST
Test flush the toilet.
Periodically check all connections for
leaks for several days following
installation.
Set the tank cover in place on the tank.
MINOR ADJUSTMENT OF
WATER LEVEL
Move the snap along "OPEN" direction.
To lower water level: Move water cup
down to a proper height and rotate
screw anticlockwise to achieve the
desired water level. (Refer to float
adjustment instructions.)
Fig.#6
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Fig.#7a
7a
Fig.#7b
7b
Screw
Snap
SCALE
5:1
OPEN
CLOSE

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To elevate water level: Rotate screw
clockwise and raise float to the desired
water level. Elevate water cup to a
proper position as well. (Refer to float
adjustment instructions.)
Fig.#7c
7c
CLOSE
E G 2-4mm
Fasten the snap along "CLOSE"
direction.
Float adjustment instructions: Make
sure the height of surface E is 2-4mm
lower than surface G.
Fig.#7d
7d
Fig.#7e
7e
Screw
E
Float
Water Cup G
SCALE
5:1
OPEN
CLOSE

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INSTALL AND ADJUST PUSH BUTTONS
(1) Fix tank cover onto the tank.
(2) Unscrew the big white nut on the push button and insert
the button into the hole on the tank.
(3) Test the push buttons.
1) No need for any adjustment if the rods just touch the
push buttons on the flush valve.
2) If the rods are tightly against the push buttons on the
flush valve, take out the buttons, loosen the small nuts
and screw clockwise until the rods just touch the push
buttons on the flush valve.
3) If the rods cannot touch the push buttons on the flush
valve, take out the buttons, loosen the small nuts and
screw anticlockwise until the rods just touch the push
buttons on the flush valve.
(4) Take out the buttons and tighten the small nuts.
(5) Tighten the big nut from inside the tank.
(6) Test flush several times to check for leakage.
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Push Button
Tank Cover
Rubber Sleeve
Small Nut
SYMPTOMS PROBABLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION
TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTTROUBLESHOOTING CHART
1. Float valve turns on/off
by itself without toilet
being flushed.
2. Float valve continues
to run, allowing water
to enter tank.
3. Incorrect water level
height.
4. Long or noisy tank fill
5. Poor flush.
6. Toilet overflows.
A. Flush valve seal worn, dirty or damaged.
A. Float height incorrect.
A. Plugged valve inlet or supply line.
A. Water usage is too low.
B. Trapway obstructed.
C. Soil pipe or vent is obstructed.
D. Supply shut-off valve not fully open.
A. Toilet trapway is obstructed.
B. Soil pipe or vent is obstructed.
A. Inspect, clean and, if necessary replace seal.
A. Refer to "Minor Adjustment of Water Level" for
waterline adjustment.
A. Perform corrective action 2.A.
A. Adjust the water level.
B. Unclog trapway.
C. Clear obstruction from soil pipe or vent.
D. Open supply shut-off valve.
tank
A. Use plunger to unclog.
B. Clear obstruction from soil pipe or vent pipe.
A. Float valve seal (located under float valve cap)
may be cracked or split.
B. Tank water level set above overflow level.
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B. During fill cycle, hold float under water a few
seconds to allow it to fill with water ballast.
Refer to "Minor Adjustment of Water Level" for
waterline adjustment.
Replace seal.

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CLEANING
CAUTION: Risk of product damage. Many cleaners
contain abrasive and chemical substances, and should
not be used for cleaning stainless steel, enamel,
plated or plastic fittings. These finishes should be
cleaned using a mild washing up detergent or soap
solution, rinsed and then wiped dry with a soft clean
cloth.
USER MAINTENANCE

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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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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 product in the water below 0 C.
Please do not use hard materials (like
scouring pad) to clean product surface, especially the
product logo.
WARNING: Risk of product damage.
CAUTION:
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CAUTION: Don t use any cement while installing
the toilet. Heat expansion of the toilet may damage
the feet of the toilet. Kohler will not be responsible for
any damage because of using cement.