Kraus KPF-1680CH User manual

INSTALLATION MANUAL
Single Handle Pull-Down
Kitchen Faucet
KPF-1680
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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 cold and hot water at the angle stops and turn on the old
faucet to release any built up pressure
• Flush angle stops to release any debris prior to installation
• Pre-drilled hole size requirement: 1-3/8” (min) – 1-1/2” (max)
• Max countertop thickness: 1-3/8
• 1, 2, or 3 hole installation
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 [email protected]

Diagram and Parts List
1
13
5
6
10
9
12
11
3A
3B
8B
4A
4B
4C
2
7
8A

Diagram and Parts List Tools you will need
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)
1. Spray Head
2. Faucet Body
3. Deck Plate Assembly
A. Deck Plate
B. Base Plate
4. Mounting Hardware
A. Rubber & Metal Washer
B. Mounting Nut
C. Mounting Screws
5. Spray Hose
6. Weight
7. Quick Connector
8. Hot and Cold Copper Lines
A. Cold
B. Hot
9. Aerator Key
10. Hex Wrench
11. Faucet Extender
12. Washer
13. Hot & Cold Waterlines

Faucet Installation Procedure
Installer Tip:
Shut o main water supply before installing new faucet

Step 1: Remove mounting hardware
Remove the mounting
screws (4C), mounting nut
(4B), and rubber & metal
washer (4A) from the
mounting pipe
Step 2A: Faucet installation - with deck plate
For three-hole installation:
Deck plate (3A), base plate
(3B), and silicone sealant
(optional) are required
STEP1 STEP 2A STEP 2B STEP 3
STEP 4 STEP 5 STEP 6 STEP 7
STEP 8
4A 3A
3B
4B
4C
4B
4C
7
5
6
8
5
1
4A
4B
4C
3A
3B
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For single-hole installation:
Deck plate (3A), base plate
(3B), and silicone sealant
are NOT required
Step 3: Install faucet and mounting hardware
Insert faucet body (2) into
hole in countertop or deck
plate assembly (3). Install
mounting hardware (4A, B
& C) from underneath the
countertop
Step 2B: Faucet installation - without deck plate
STEP1 STEP 2A STEP 2B STEP 3
STEP 4 STEP 5 STEP 6 STEP 7
STEP 8
4A
3A
3B
4B
4C
4B
4C
7
5
6
8
5
1
4A
4B
4C
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Step 4: Secure mounting hardware
Adjust direction of faucet
body (2) so that handle is on
right side of faucet. Tighten
mounting nut (4B) until snug.
Tighten mounting screws
(4C) to nut with Phillips
screwdriver until snug
Step 5: Attach spray hose and counterweight
Connect spray hose (5)
to quick connector (7)
attached to supply line.
Install weight (6) on lowest
vertical point on spray
hose (5)
4C
4B
7
5
6
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f
g
a
a
b
c
d
eb
c
d
e
f
g
h
hg

Connect waterlines (not
included) to hot and cold
copper lines (8). Connect
waterlines (13) to angle
stops. Tighten both ends of
waterlines with a wrench
until snug. Turn on hot and
cold angle stops and check
for leaks
Step 7: Flush spray hose
Step 8: Check for leaks
Remove spray head (1) from
spray hose (5). Hold tip of
spray hose (5). Turn faucet on
and let the water run for 60
seconds to ush any debris
Check for leaks at the
connections. Retighten if
necessary
Step 6: Connect waterlines
NOTE: Please make sure
washer (12) is installed
attaching spray head to hose
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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
1. Spray Head
2. Check Valve
3. Spray Hose
4. Hose Guide
5. Plastic Clip
6. Handle Button
7. Set Screw
8. Metal Handle
9. Cartridge Cover
10. Locking Nut
11. Washer
12. Cartridge
13. Cartridge Housing
14. Rubber O-Ring
15. Deck Plate
16. Base Plate
17. Rubber Washer
18. Metal Washer
19. Mounting Nut
20. Mounting Screws
21. Protective Sleeve
22. Faucet Extender
23. Weight
24. Hot & Cold Waterlines
25. Aerator Key
& Hex Wrench
26. Washer
27. Check Valve
28. Quick Connector
Replacement Parts
4
2
3
1
27
28
5
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
14
6
7
9
8
10
11
1213

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 faucet
handle
Locking nut has come
loose or cartridge
needs to be reseated
Remove button located
at top of handle.
Loosen set screw with
hex wrench. Remove
handle and unscrew
cartridge cover by
hand. Tighten locking
nut with an adjustable
wrench
Leaking between spray
head and the hose
Spray head may be
loose or washer is not
seated correctly in the
hose connection
Tighten spray head by
hand until snug. Make
sure washer is seated
correctly
Hose does not retract Weight may be
installed incorrectly
Readjust weight on
hose
Low flow Aerator may be clogged Unscrew aerator with
aerator key. Hold tip of
spray head and turn on
water to flush debris
Water does not shut off
completely
Cartridge may need to
be adjusted or replaced
Remove button located
at top of handle.
Loosen set screw with
hex wrench. Remove
handle and unscrew
cartridge cover by
hand. Unscrew locking
nut with an adjustable
wrench. Remove
ceramic disc cartridge.
Check for cracks, and
if O-ring is seated
correctly. Reseat
cartridge

Step 1: Remove button
located at the top of the
handle. Loosen the set
screw with a hex wrench.
Remove the handle and
unscrew cartridge cover by
hand
Step 2: Unscrew the
locking nut with an
adjustable wrench. Remove
ceramic disc cartridge
Step 3: Place the new
cartridge in the handle
seat. Secure the cartridge
with the locking nut and
assemble the handle
Maintenance - Cartridge Replacement
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Codes/Standards Applicable:
Meets ASME A112.18.1M/A112.18.1
1.75GPM 6.6L/min maximum
GREEN
Water Eciency
LEAD FREE
IAPMOR&T
TM
NSF/ANSI Standard 61 certied by IAPMO
NSF/ANSI Standard 372 certied by IAPMO
FAUCET WARRANTY
Kraus products are manufactured and tested to the highest quality standards by Kraus USA Inc.
(“Kraus”). Kraus extends this warranty to the original purchaser for personal household use of the
“Faucet” in its original location. The warranty is non-transferable.
Kraus warrants the structure and finish of the product to be free from defects in material and
workmanship under normal usage for the lifetime of the product. The warranty commences from
the initial date of purchase by the owner or trade professional, from an authorized Kraus dealer,
through the lifetime of the original owner or end-user.
Kraus warrants the mechanical component (sprayhead assembly) of the product to be free from
defects in material and workmanship under normal usage for a period of one (1) year. The warranty
commences from the initial date of purchase by the owner or trade professional, from an authorized
Kraus dealer, through the one (1) year term of the original owner or end-user.
Kraus warrants the mechanical component (cartridge) of the product to be free from defects
in material and workmanship under normal usage for a period of five (5) years. The warranty
commences from the initial date of purchase by the owner or trade professional, from an authorized
Kraus dealer, through the five (5) year term of the original owner or end-user.
Any product reported to the authorized dealer or to Kraus as being defective within the warranty
period will be repaired or replaced with a product of equal value at the option of Kraus. This warranty
extends to the original owner or end-user, and is not transferable to a subsequent owner.
RESTRICTIONS
This warranty does not cover antediluvian, discontinued, or display products, whether such items
are purchased at discount outlets, unauthorized dealers, and/or sold on clearance. This warranty
does not cover instances of negligence, misuse, abuse, improper installation, carelessness, accident,
hard water or mineral deposits, exposure to corrosive materials, misapplication, damages caused by
improper maintenance, alteration of the product, or failure to follow care or installation instructions
enclosed with your product. Avoid using abrasive cleaners such as powders, bleach, ammonia,
alcohol, or chlorine. Avoid using abrasive pads, steel wool, or wire brushes, as these will damage
and wear down the finish. This warranty does not apply to Products that have not been installed
or operated in accordance with instructions supplied by Kraus and all applicable rules, regulations,
and legislation pertaining to such installations.
This warranty does not apply unless the Kraus product is installed by a fully insured and licensed
trade professional. Kraus insists that such professionals have experience in the installation of
bathroom and kitchen manufactured goods.
This warranty does not cover labor charges or costs of removal and reinstallation of said product.
This warranty does not allow recovery of incidental or consequential damages, such as loss of use,
delay, property damage, or other consequential damages, and Kraus accepts no liability for
such damages.
This warranty does not cover Marine or Outdoor Installation.

Except as otherwise provided above, Kraus makes no warranties, expressed or implied, including
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COMMERCIAL WARRANTY
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industrial, commercial, and business use.
All incidental or consequential damages are specifically excluded. No additional warranties, express
or implied, are given, including but not limited to any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness
for a particular purpose.
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limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not
apply to you.
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state to state.
If you are a homeowner please contact a Kraus Customer Service Representative at:
Kraus USA, Inc.
12 Harbor Park Drive
Port Washington, NY 11050
Toll-free 800-775-0703
[email protected]
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Kraus USA, Inc.
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Port Washington, NY 11050
516-801-8955
[email protected]
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516-801-8954
[e-mail]
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2. A description of the problem.
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