Kraus Aplos KEF-15300 User manual

INSTALLATION MANUAL
Aplos™ Single Handle Vessel
Bathroom Faucet
KEF-15300
www.kraususa.com I toll free: 1.800.775.0703 I © 2014-2015 Kraus USA Inc. I REV. August 18, 2016

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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 of damaged, please contact Kraus Customer Service at 800-
775-0703 for a replacement.
• Turn o the hot and cold water supply at the angle stops and turn on the old
faucet to release any built up pressure. Remove existing faucet. Clean sink or
countertop to remove any debris, plumber’s putty, or silicone
• Place a bucket under angle stops. Turn on to ush any debris prior to installing
new plumbing. Shut o angle stops
• Pre-drilled hole size requirement: 1-3/8” (min) – 1-1/2” (max)
• Max countertop thickness: 1-3/4”
Tools you will need:
Adjustable Wrench Phillips Screwdriver Safety Goggles Bucket
6 5/8”
5 4/5”
3/8”
(10mm)
7/8”
19.7
º
(22mm)
8 5/16”
1 1/4-18UNF-2A
(21mm)
10 1/8”
(257mm)
1 3/8”
(35mm)
3 3/4”
(168mm)
(147.3mm)
(96mm)
∅ 1 3/4”
(
∅ 45mm)
∅ 1 15/16”
(
∅ 50mm)
9/16”-18UNEF
27mm ~ 41.3mm 1 1/16” ~ 1 5/8”
∅ 1 15/16”
(
∅ 50mm)
12 7/16”
(316mm)
1 5/8”
(42.5 mm Max)
7A
8B
8C
8D
8A
7A
8B
8C
8D
8A
For technical assistance or replacement parts, please contact Kraus
Customer Service and one of our representatives will be happy to help:
Toll-Free: 800-775-0703 or [e-mail]

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A
C4
C3
C2
C1
B
D
E
Diagram and Parts List
A. Faucet Body
B. Waterlines
C. Mounting Hardware Assembly
C1. Rubber O-Washer
C2. Metal O-Washer
C3. Mounting Nut
C4. Mounting Screws
D. Aerator
E. Aerator Key

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max30
(1-1/8”)
Ø35mm
(1-3/8”)
G1/2
297mm
(11-3/4”)
(9-3/4”)
248mm
161mm
(6-3/8")
(2-1/4”)
58mm
Faucet Dimensions

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Step 1: Remove mounting hardware
Remove the mounting hardware
assembly (C)
Step 1 Step 2
C1
C2
C3
C4
Step 3
8A
8B
8C
8D
Step 2 Step 5
8A
8B
8C
8D
Step4
9
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Step 2: Install hot & cold waterlines
Install waterlines (B)
• Hot Side: Left
• Cold Side: Right
Installer Tip: HAND TIGHTEN
ONLY
B
8B
8C
8D
Step4
Step 3
C1
C2
C3
C4
Step 2 Step 5
8D
Step4
8A
8B
8C
8D
9
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Step 3: Install faucet
Place faucet body (A) through
1-3/8” hole in countertop. Attach
mounting hardware assembly (C)
and secure
A

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Step 1: Remove mounting hardware
Remove the mounting hardware
assembly (C)
Step 1 Step 2
C1
C2
C3
C4
Step 3
8A
8B
8C
8D
Step 2 Step 5
8A
8B
8C
8D
Step4
9
10
Step 2: Install hot & cold waterlines
Install waterlines (B)
• Hot Side: Left
• Cold Side: Right
Installer Tip: HAND TIGHTEN
ONLY
B
8B
8C
8D
Step4
Step 3
C1
C2
C3
C4
Step 2 Step 5
8D
Step4
8A
8B
8C
8D
9
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Step 3: Install faucet
Place faucet body (A) through
1-3/8” hole in countertop. Attach
mounting hardware assembly (C)
and secure
A

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Step 5: Turn faucet on
Step 4: Connect waterlines to main valve
Turn faucet on for one minute to
check ow
Attach waterlines (C) to angle
stops and tighten until snug. Turn
on angle stops and check for leaks
Installer Tip: Make sure grid
Step4
Step 5
Step4
C
* Grid Washer
(DO NOT TURN FAUCET ON)
of waterlines prior to installing
washer is installed at the end

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Replacement Part List - KEF-15300
12
13
14
7
8
9
10
11
15
1B 1A
2
3
4
5
6
1. A. Cap
B. Set Screw
2. Handle Cap
3. Cartridge Cover
4. Locking Nut
5. O-Ring
6. Cartridge
7. Base O-Ring
8. Rubber O-Washer
9. Metal O-Washer
10. Mounting Nut
11. Mounting Screws
12. Aerator
13. Aerator Key
14. Waterlines
15. Hex Wrench
Step 5: Turn faucet on
Step 4: Connect waterlines to main valve
Turn faucet on for one minute to
check ow
Attach waterlines (C) to angle
stops and tighten until snug. Turn
on angle stops and check for leaks
Installer Tip: Make sure grid
Step4
Step 5
Step4
C
* Grid Washer
(DO NOT TURN FAUCET ON)
of waterlines prior to installing
washer is installed at the end

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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 cap (1a). Loosen
set screw (1b) with hex
wrench (15). Remove
metal handle
(2). Unscrew cartridge
cover (3) (by hand only).
Tighten locking nut (4)
with an adjustable wrench
Aerator (12) drips or has
inconsistent water flow
pattern
Aerator (12) is dirty or not
seated properly
Unscrew aerator (12) with
aerator key (13) and clean
out debris
Water will not shut off
completely
Cartridge (6) may need to
be adjusted or replaced
Remove cap (1a). Loosen
set screw (1b) with hex
wrench. Remove metal
handle (2). Unscrew
cartridge cover (3) (by
hand only). Unscrew
the locking nut (4) with
an adjustable wrench.
Remove ceramic disc
cartridge (6). Check for
cracks
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
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Download the Kraus Care & Maintenance Guide at:
http://www.kraususa.com/maintenance