Kraus Aplos KEF-15301 User manual

INSTALLATION MANUAL
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Aplos Single Lever Basin Faucet
KEF-15301

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Prior to Installation:
• Make sure you have all necessary parts by checking the diagram and parts list. If
any part is missing or damaged, please contact Kraus Customer Service at 800-
775-0703 for a replacement
• Turn o the hot and cold water lines at the angle stops and turn on the old
faucet to release any built-up pressure
• Pre-drilled countertop hole size requirement: 1-3/8”(min)
• Max countertop thickness: 1-3/8”

1B
1A
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12
8A
8B
8C
8D
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Diagram and Parts List

1. (A) Index Button
(B) Set Screw
2. Metal Handle
3. Cartridge Cover
4. Locking Nut
5. Cartridge
6. Faucet Body
7. Rubber Washer
8. Mounting Hardware
(A) Rubber Washer
(B) Metal Washer
(C) Mounting Nut
(D) Mounting Screws
9. Aerator
10. Aerator Key
11. Hex Wrench
12. Hot & Cold Waterlines
13. Lift Pole Rod
14. Connector
15. Lift Pole Extension
16. Waste Stopper
17. Drain
18. Rubber Washer
19. Concave Washer
20. Plastic Washer
21. Mounting Nut
22. Drain Body
23. Drain O Pole
24. Elbow Connector
25. Top Hat Washer
26. Washer
27. Drain Retaining Nut
28. Drain Body Washer
1
10
279
10 31/32”
Minimum distance 90mm
Less than 90mm
Cold Water
32 3/32”
Ø35~Ø38
1
23
10
9
11
12 13
Hexagon Nut
Hot
Water
Cold
Water
2 3
1
45
7
6
8
45
67
8
Ø1 3/8”~Ø1 1/2”
815
194
7 5/8”
Ø1 3/8~Ø1 1/2”
30˚
10 11
Close
Open Left
Hot Water
Push
25˚ 90˚
12
13
8
7
Ø35~Ø38
Max35
217
8 17/32”
Max1 3/8”
9
11
12 13
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Adjustable Wrench
Phillips Screwdriver
Safety Goggles
Silicone Sealant
(optional)
Pipe Tape
Diagram and Parts List Tools you will need:

Faucet Installation Procedure
max30 (1.18”)
Ø35mm
(1.37”)
146mm
(5.74”)
(3.77”)
96mm
120mm
(4.72”)
58mm
(2.28”)
G1/2
Installer Tip:
Shut o main water supply before installing new faucet

Faucet Installation Procedure
max30 (1.18”)
Ø35mm
(1.37”)
146mm
(5.74”)
(3.77”)
96mm
120mm
(4.72”)
58mm
(2.28”)
G1/2

Step1: Remove mounting hardware
Remove the mounting screws
(8D), mounting nut (8C), metal
washer (8B), and rubber washer
(8A) from the mounting pipe
Step 2: Install hot & cold waterlines
Place faucet on a soft cloth,
spout facing up. Connect the
waterlines to the base of the
faucet (HAND-TIGHTEN ONLY)
(A)Hot side left
(B)Cold side right
NOTE: Make sure O-rings are
installed on both ends of the hot
& cold waterlines
Step 1 Step 2 Step 3
Step5
Step6
Step4
8A
8B
8C
8D
8A
8B
8C
8D
16
17
18
15
14
13
6
19
20
21
28
22 25 26 27
24 23
9
10
Step 1 Step 2 Step 3
Step5
Step6
Step4
8A
8B
8C
8D
8A
8B
8C
8D
16
17
18
15
14
13
6
19
20
21
28
22 25 26 27
24 23
9
10

Step 3: Install faucet
Install faucet through 1-3/8”
predrilled hole in countertop.
Attach rubber washer (8A),
metal washer (8B), mounting
nut (8C), and mounting screws
(8D) on the threaded mounting
pipe. Tighten mounting nut
(8C) until snug. Tighten screws
(8D) on mounting nut (8C) with
Phillips head screwdriver until
snug
Step 1 Step 2 Step 3
Step5
Step6
Step4
8A
8B
8C
8D
8A
8B
8C
8D
16
17
18
15
14
13
6
19
20
21
28
22 25 26 27
24 23
9
10
Step 1 Step 2 Step 3
Step5
Step6
Step4
8A
8B
8C
8D
8A
8B
8C
8D
16
17
18
15
14
13
6
19
20
21
28
22 25 26 27
24 23
9
10

Step 4: Install drain
1. Remove waste stopper (16) from drain (17). Remove drain body (22),
mounting nut (21), plastic washer (20), and concave washer (19) from
drain (17)
2. Insert lift pole rod (13) through the hole in the back of the faucet body
(6). Attach lift pole extension (15) to lift pole rod (13) by using connector
(14). Secure tightly
3. Install drain (17), with rubber washer (18) attached, into the drain hole
From underneath countertop, attach concave washer (19), plastic
washer (20), and mounting nut (21) to drain (17), and secure tightly to
sink. Thread drain body (22) onto drain (17). Hand-tighten
4. Insert waste stopper (16) into drain (17). Make sure hole in brass screw
on waste stopper (16) is aligned with drain body (22) opening
5. Remove retaining nut (27) from drain body (22). Leave top hat washer
(25) inside drain body (22)
6. Insert shortest end of drain-o pole (23) into drain body (22). Attach
washer (26) and retaining nut (27) through drain-o pole (23). Secure
retaining nut (27) to drain body (22)
7. Align drain body (22) to enable drain-o pole (23) and lift pole extension
(15) to engage
8. Connect lift pole extension (15) and drain-o pole (23) using elbow
connector (24). Adjust and tighten elbow connector (22) with Phillips
head screwdriver

Step 4: (Continued)
Step 1 Step 2 Step 3
Step5
Step6
Step4
8A
8B
8C
8D
8A
8B
8C
8D
16
17
18
15
14
13
6
19
20
21
28
22 25 26 27
24 23
9
10

Step 6: Flush faucet
Step 5: Connect waterlines to main valve
After installing faucet, remove
aerator (9) with included aerator
key (10). Turn water on for 30
seconds to remove any debris.
Reassemble aerator (9)
Connect ex water supply lines
to angle stops and tighten with
adjustable wrench. Turn on both
hot and cold main valve
Apply pipe tape (optional)
Step 1 Step 2 Step 3
Step5
Step6
Step4
8A
8B
8C
8D
8A
8B
8C
8D
16
17
18
15
14
13
6
19
20
21
28
22 25 26 27
24 23
9
10
Step 1 Step 2 Step 3
Step5
Step6
Step4
8A
8B
8C
8D
8A
8B
8C
8D
16
17
18
15
14
13
6
19
20
21
28
22 25 26 27
24 23
9
10
Step 1 Step 2 Step 3
Step5
Step6
Step4
8A
8B
8C
8D
8A
8B
8C
8D
16
17
18
15
14
13
6
19
20
21
28
22 25 26 27
24 23
9
10

Trouble - Shooting
If you have followed the instructions carefully and your faucet still does not work
properly, take the following corrective steps:
PROBLEM CAUSE ACTION
Leakage under the
handle
Locking nut (4) has
come loose
Remove handle
index button (1a).
Loosen set screw
(1b) with hex wrench
(9). Remove metal
handle (2). Unscrew
cartridge cover (3) (by
hand only). Tighten
locking nut (4) with an
adjustable wrench
Aerator drips or has
inconsistent water flow
pattern
Aerator (9) may be dirty
or not seated properly
Unscrew aerator (9)
with aerator key (10)
and clean out debris
Water will not shut off
completely
Cartridge may need to
be adjusted or replaced
Remove handle index
button (1a). Loosen
set screw (1b) with hex
wrench (9). Remove
metal handle (2).
Unscrew cartridge
cover (3) (by hand
only). Unscrew the
locking nut (4) with
an adjustable wrench.
Remove ceramic disc
cartridge (5). Check for
cracks
Drain is leaking Washers may be
compromised or
installed incorrectly
Check washers to make
sure they are installed
correctly and not
cracked
Care & Maintenance
*To keep the product clean & shining, follow the steps below:
1. Rinse with clean water & dry with a soft cloth
2. Do not clean with soaps, acid, polish, abrasives, or harsh cleaners
3. Do not use cloth with a coarse surface
4. Unscrew the aerator and clean when necessary
*This installation manual is subject to change without further notice.
1
10
279
10 31/32”
Minimum distance 90mm
Less than 90mm
Cold Water
32 3/32”
Ø35~Ø38
1
23
10
9
11
12 13
Hexagon Nut
Hot
Water
Cold
Water
2 3
1
45
7
6
8
45
67
8
Ø1 3/8”~Ø1 1/2”
815
194
7 5/8”
Ø1 3/8~Ø1 1/2”
30˚
10 11
Close
Open Left
Hot Water
Push
25˚ 90˚
12
13
8
7
Ø35~Ø38
Max35
217
8 17/32”
Max1 3/8”
9
11
12 13
2
3
4
5
6
7
8

Codes/Standards Applicable:
KRAUS LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
This product has been manufactured and tested to the highest quality standards
by Kraus USA Inc. (“Kraus”). We offer our customers thoughtfully crafted fixtures
& accessories, engineered for enduring performance over years of use.
WHO IS COVERED BY THE WARRANTY
This warranty extends to the original purchaser only. This warranty is not
transferable, between homes or owners and is only applicable to residential use.
WHAT IS COVERED BY THE WARRANTY
Kraus warranties this product against defects due to material or craftsmanship
error during the warranty period: Kraus will provide replacement parts at
no charge, or at its option, replace any product or part of the product that is
deemed defective, under normal installation, use, service and maintenance. If
Kraus is unable to provide a replacement and repair is not practical or cannot
be made in timely fashion, Kraus may elect to refund the purchase price in
exchange for the return of the product.
CONDITIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
Like other home fixtures, Kraus products will require light maintenance to
ensure proper function. We provide you with complete knowledge to perform
this maintenance and can also recommend resources if you are unable to fulfill
this service.
A. Kraus will not be responsible for product failures due to lack of maintenance
or proper use. Please read your care and maintenance documentation to deter-
mine the limits of proper use.
B. The original sales receipt, order number, and/or proof of purchase must be
presented at the time of the warranty claim, without exception, for this warranty
to be applied to all Kraus products.
NSF/ANSI 372
NSF/ANSI 61 ASME A112.18.1M
1.5GPM 5.7L/min maximum
GREEN
Water Eciency
LEAD FREE
IAPMOR&T
TM

C. Kraus recommends installing all Kraus products with a licensed, professional
plumber. Kraus will not be held responsible for any damage or product failure
due to improper installation, misuse, or failure to use a licensed professional.
Please read your care and maintenance documentation to determine the limits
of proper use.
D. Commercial use will automatically void this warranty.
E. This warranty is not applicable to Kraus products purchased from an unau-
thorized seller. For a complete list of authorized sellers please visit http://www.
kraususa.com/where-to-buy.html
NONAPPLICABILITY OF THIS WARRANTY
By the purchase and use of our products, you agree that Kraus is not liable
for incidental, consequential or special damages associated with the return,
replacement, installation or use of your product. This includes freight costs,
cartridge replacement, labor, travel time, lost profit, home damages and other
contingent liabilities and costs (including, without limitation, costs associated
with experts, investigations, analyses, attorneys and other professionals and
services). The Kraus warranty is a comprehensive and explicit limit of liability,
and all items outside of it are not addressable by or the responsibility of
Kraus. Certain states have variances regarding implied warranties and in those
situations we remain fully compliant.
KRAUS USA Inc. makes no implication that products comply with any or all local
building or plumbing codes. It is the consumer’s responsibility to determine
local code compliance. This warranty extends to the original purchaser and first
consumer.
HELP LINE
For additional assistance at any point in the installation process, please call us at
1.800.775.0703 or email us at [email protected]
Our customer service hours are Monday – Friday, 9am – 8pm EST.
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