Kohler PATIO S-TRAP K-20171T 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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305mm....................................................K-20171T
...........................................K-20187T
305mm ...............................................K-20171T -S
...................................K-20188T
mm....................................................K-20172T
...........................................K-20187T
mm ................................................K-20172T-S
...................................K-20188T
3.0/4.5
3.0/4.5
3.0/4.5
400
3.0/4.5
400
ORDERING INFORMATION
PATIO (NEW) Skirted 3.0/4.5L Class Five+
1PC Toilet
PATIO (NEW) Skirted 3.0/4.5L Class Five+
1PC Toilet
PATIO (NEW) Skirted 3.0/4.5L Class Five+
1PC Toilet
PATIO (NEW) Skirted 3.0/4.5L Class Five+
1PC Toilet
TM
TM
TM
TM
305mm ...................................................K-20171T
Include Patio Toilet Sest...................................K-20187T
305mm................................................K-20171T-S
Include Patio Quiet-close Toilet Sest ...............K-20188T
400mm ...................................................K-20172T
Include Patio Toilet Sest...................................K-20187T
400mm................................................K-20172T-S
Include Patio Quiet-close Toilet Sest ...............K-20188T
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 POST CODE: 256410
8 256410
©
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Copyright Kohler China Investment Co., Ltd. 2018
2018
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
SKIRTED 3.0/4.5L CLASS FIVE+1PC TOILET
3.0/4.5
S-TRAP 305mm K-20171T/K-20171T-S
S-TRAP 400mm K-20172T/K-20172T-S
PATIO (NEW)
TM
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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 154mm.
Ensure that the new drain has the correct roughing-in
dimension. This toilet has a 305mm /400mm roughing-in
dimension. .
Closet flange must be 305mm/400mm 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.
See Fig. #1
Fig. #1
and Fig. #3
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Fixture dimensions are nominal and conform to tolerances
established by ASME Standards (A112.19.2-2013).
This product complies with GB/T 6952-2015 and GB
25502-2017. Water Efficiency Grade 1.
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140mm
51mm
154mm
305mm/400mm( 1)
305mm/400mm
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ASME (A112.19.2-
2013)
GB/T 6952-2015 GB 25502-2017
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ARNING: 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 .
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 T-bolts (2), 8mm (5/16") diameter
Toilet supply shut-off valve, 10mm(3/8 ) recommended
If the existing toilet does not have a supply shut-off
valve below the tank, install one before installing the new
toilet.
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NOTICE:
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254mm
305mm
8mm T 2
10mm
Unit: mm
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Reference Value
Finished Wall
700
385
305
366
698
357
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Kohler reserves the right to change marked dimensions without prior notice.
700
385
400
357
366
698
Fig.#2
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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:
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Closet Flange
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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INSTALLATION
NOTICE: 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.
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67mm;
67
mm 194
Fig.#3
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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.
Supply Shut-Off Valve
Closet Flange
Centerline
194
305
67
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Fig.#4
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Fig.#5
5
10mm
TO INSTALL BOWL
Position the template and align with
drain hole.
Mark down the position of foot and 5
holes.
Drive holes on ground with the driver
of 10mm (3/8"), then insert anchor to
holes.
Drain Hole
3/8
10mm
Fig.#7
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Firmly press the toilet gasket onto the
toilet outlet of plastic trap.
Wax ring type toilet gasket
should not be installed at temperatures
less than 21 C.
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.
NOTE 1:
NOTE 2:
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Install brackets.
Plastic Trap Outlet
Toilet Gasket
Fig.#6
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Fig.#8
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Install plastic to ground and mounted
with 3 set of bolts (not supplied) firmly.
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Fig.#9
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Carefully align and lower the bowl.
Apply weight to the bowl rim to let the
outlet insert into plastic trap.
Outlet
Plastic Trap
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Fig.#10
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Carefully thread the screws into the
brackets, until toilet is secure.
Alternately tighten left and right sides
to prevent pulling the toilet off center.
Install cap to cover screw.
Do not overtighten.
Cap
Screw
Bushing
Fig.#11
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Apply caulk around base.
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.#12
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Install the tank lid and the seat. Use
the supplied hardware pack for seat.
Periodically check for leaks for several
days following the installation.
Fig.#13
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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. Fill 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.
2. Fill 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 fill valve cap).
B. Fill 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 fill 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
fill valve seal surface (located under float valve
cap). Replace fill 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 trip
lever no longer binds.
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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.
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CONSUMER RESPONSIBILITIES
Clean the outside surfaces of your vitreous china fixture with
mild soap and warm water. Wipe the entire surface
completely dry with a clean, soft cloth. Many cleaners contain
harsh chemicals, such as ammonia, which can damage the
finish. Do not use those cleaners.
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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CAUTION: Don t use any cement while installing
the toilet.
WARNING: Risk of product damage.
Heat expansion of the toilet may damage
the feet of the toilet. Kohler will not be responsible for
any damage because of using cement.
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.
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Please do not use hard materials (like
scouring pad) to clean product surface, especially the
product logo.
CAUTION:
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