-1 - 1038245-T01-B BEFOR E YOU BEGIN EFORE YOU BEGI N INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS DROP-IN AND FREESTANDING BATH K-11343T / K-11344T , 20 04 Copyright Kohler China Ltd., 2004 Turn off the water supply. The plumbing installation must comply with all local water supply and building regulations. Before installation carefully inspect the new fixture for any signs of damage. 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 properinstallation, read all operating and safety instructions. All information is based on the latest product information available at the time of publication. Kohler China Ltd. reserves the right to make changes in product characteristics, packaging, oravailability at any time without notice. These instructions contain important care, cleaning, and warranty information-please leave these instructions for the consumer. DESCRIPTION This manual covers the installation of the Escale freestanding and drop-in baths. SAFETY: WARNINGS Kohler products are precision-engineered and should give continued superior and safe performance, provided: 1. They are installed, commissioned, operated and maintained in accordance with the recommendations given in this Manual. 2. Periodic attention is given, as necessary, to maintain the product in good functional order. Recommended guidelines are given in the section. Carefully inspect the new fixture for any signs ofdamage. When installing Kohler Products, manufacturers guidelines for power tool safety should be followed. MAINTENANCE 1. 2. ORDERING INFORMA TION Accessories/Hardwa re Drain 17295T-CP / 17295T-CP Optional
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The plumbing installation must comply with all localwater supply and building regulations.
Before installation carefully inspect the new fixturefor any signs of damage.
Please read these instructions carefully tofamiliarize yourself with the required tools, materials,and installation sequences. Follow the sections that
pertain to your particular installation. This will helpyou avoid costly mistakes. In addition to proper installation, read all operating and safety instructions.
All information is based on the latest productinformation available at the time of publication.Kohler China Ltd. reserves the right to makechanges in product characteristics, packaging, or availability at any time without notice.
These instructions contain important care, cleaning,and warranty information-please leave theseinstructions for the consumer.
DESCRIPTION
This manual covers the installation of the Escale
freestanding and drop-in baths.
SAFETY: WARNINGS
Kohler products are precision-engineered and shouldgive continued superior and safe performance,provided:
1. They are installed, commissioned, operated andmaintained in accordance with the recommendations
given in this Manual.
2. Periodic attention is given, as necessary, to maintainthe product in good functional order. Recommendedguidelines are given in the section.
Carefully inspect the new fixture for any signs of damage.
When installing Kohler Products, manufacturersguidelines for power tool safety should be followed.
Some of the baths included in this guide are suitable for two bathers. The floor must be able to support thecombined weight of the bath, the water and two bathers.
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INST LL TION
Installing the Feet (Drop-in Bath)
1. Install the cross bar onto the bottom of the bath byfeeding it through the bracket.
2. Make sure the cross bars are evenly spaced aboutthe centre of the bath and secure them in positionwith the bolts.
3. Install the feet onto the cross bars and secure themin position with the nuts.
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Preparing the Bath for Installation (Drop-inBath)
1. If required, use the installation template (supplied) tomark the positions of the holes for the taps and drill
with a suitable tool.
We recommend that the hot and cold water supplies are installed with isolating valves.
2. Fit the taps and waste onto the bath in accordancewith the manufacturer
,s instructions.
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3. Position the bath in the desired location and makesure that it is level. Adjust the bathtub to obtain aheight of 510 mm minimum and 620 mm maximumbetween the floor and the rim of the bath.
1. Construct a stud frame designed for your particular installation. Use the dimensions in the diagramabove when constructing your frame.
When constructing the frame make sure that youinclude service panels. These are required for maintenance of the valve and waste assemblies.
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For drop-in baths without a ledge at least a 2 mmgap must be left between the top of the wall and the rim.Do not support the bath on the rim.
2. Carefully position the bath into the recess.
Either finish the top surface of the framestructure before dropping the bath in, or level the bathleaving enough gap between the top surface and thebath rim to slide tiles under.
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Service Panel
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Finish the Installation (Drop-in Bath)
1. Ensure that all the connections are tight.2. Turn on the water supply and check for any leaks.3. Cover the bath frame with water-resistant material in
5. Lift the bath up slightly and remove the blocks.Lower the bath back onto the floor clamps, makingsure that they engage correctly in the floor clamps.
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6. Use a screwdriver to lock the floor clamps.
Don t use the apron to support the bath.Note! ,
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3. Support the bath on two blocks of wood making sure
that the rods on the legs locate directly above the
floor clamps.
4. Connect the services to the bath.
Note! The flexible waste pipe (supplied) and flexible
substances, and should not be used for cleaningstainless 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.
LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTYIMITED ONE YE R W RR NTY
Plumbing Fixtures and Fittings LimitedOne-year Warranty
Kohler plumbing fixtures and fittings are warrantedto be free of manufacturing defects.
This product is warranted for one year from date of purchase. Kohler China will be responsible for anyproblems caused by manufacturing defects providedwith the invoice. Kohler China will, at its election,repair, replace or make appropriate adjustmentwhere Kohler China inspection discloses any suchdefects occurring in normal usage within one year after purchase.
Implied warranties including that of merchantabilityand fitness for a particular purpose are expresslylimited in duration to the duration of this warranty,
Kohler China disclaims any liability for special,incidental or consequential damages. Damages tothe product caused by misuse, abuse andinstallation that is not in accordance with theowner's manual are not covered by this warranty.
To obtain quick warranty service, please contactyour dealer, or write to Kohler China. (Original salesreceipt must be provided as the proof of purchase.)
Kohler China Investment Company Ltd.Central Customer Service Center 19/F, Shanghai Square, 138 Huai Hai
1. Ensure that all the connections are tight.2. Turn on the water supply and check for any leaks.3. Remove the packing pieces from the top of the bath.4. Fit the pillow.