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BEFORE YOU BEGINBEFORE YOU BEGIN

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

DROP-IN AND FREESTANDING BATHK-11343T / K-11344T

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, 2004

Copyright Kohler China Ltd., 2004

· Turn off the water supply.

The plumbing installation must comply with all localwater supply and building regulations.

Before installation carefully inspect the new fixturefor any signs of damage.

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Please read these instructions carefully tofamiliarize yourself with the required tools, materials,and installation sequences. Follow the sections thatpertain to your particular installation. This will helpyou avoid costly mistakes. In addition to properinstallation, 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, oravailability at any time without notice.

These instructions contain important care, cleaning,and warranty information-please leave theseinstructions for the consumer.

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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 recommendationsgiven 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 ofdamage.

When installing Kohler Products, manufacturersguidelines for power tool safety should be followed.

MAINTENANCE

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ORDERING INFORMATION

Accessories/Hardware

Drain 17295T-CP

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17295T-CPOptional

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ROUGHING-IN

Unit: mm

K-11344T

52 +3- 2

879

893

440

1785

1929

1220

1630

135 5276

341

413456

355

660

524

1075 5

615 5

77 2

635 5

530 5

52

+0- 7

+3- 2

+0- 5

+0- 3

+0- 5

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Freestanding Bath

K-11343T

886

893

443

1787

1929

355

60 80

341413456477

524

Min

i=

10

0M

axi=

21

0

Mini = 510Maxi = 620

276320

+0- 5

+0- 5

+0- 3

52+3- 2

52

+0-50 320

+0-50

+0- 7

+3- 2

16301220

660

77 2+-

Drop in Bath

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: 52

Diameter of overflow hole: 52

: 52

Diameter of overflow hole: 52

: 52

Diameter of drain hole: 52

: 52

Diameter of drain hole: 52

SPECIFICATION

Product Information

Some of the baths included in this guide are suitable fortwo bathers. The floor must be able to support thecombined weight of the bath, the water and two bathers.

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INSTALLATION

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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3. P4142010

Nuts

Cross Bar

Feet

Threaded Bar

Bolt

Bracket

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 drillwith a suitable tool.

We recommend that the hot and cold watersupplies are installed with isolating valves.

2. Fit the taps and waste onto the bath in accordancewith the manufacturer

,s instructions.

Note!

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.

The feet can be adjusted to make sure that thebath is level.Note!

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2.3.

510~620

Spirit Level

Adjustable Feet

Template

Waste

P4158020

P4158030

AdjustableFeet

320+0-50

Mini: 510mmMaxi: 620mm

320+0-50

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Installing the Bath (Drop-in Bath )

1. Construct a stud frame designed for your particularinstallation. Use the dimensions in the diagramabove when constructing your frame.

When constructing the frame make sure that youinclude service panels. These are required formaintenance of the valve and waste assemblies.

Note!

Note!

Note!

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

1740mm

840mm

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

accordance with the manufacturer s instructions.,

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P4158050

Bath

StudFramework

Silicone Sealant

Ledge

Finished WallMaterial

Water ResistantWall Board

min 2mm2

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4. Install the finished wall surface in accordance with

the manufacturer s instructions.

5. Apply a bead of silicone sealant between the bath

and the finished wall surface.

6. Remove the packing pieces from the top of the bath.

7. Remove any excess sealant.

8. Fit the pillow.

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Preparing the Bath for Installation(Freestanding Bath)

1. Remove the bolts and washers that attach the apronto the bath.

2. Remove the apron.

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Bolt

Washer

P4158070

3. Place the apron in position on the floor and, using apencil draw around the inside surface of the apron.

3.

P4158080

Apron

140mm90

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4. Position the bath in the desired location and make

sure that it is level. Adjust the bath to obtain a height

of between 635 5mm between the floor and the top

rim of the bath, please refer to the dimensions on

page 5.

The feet can be adjusted to make sure that the

bath is level.

Note!

4.

635 5

P4158090

Spirit Level

5. Using a pencil, mark the positions of the floor clampson the floor.

5.

P4158100

Floor Clamp

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6. Lift the bath and remove the floor clamps from therods.

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7. Put the floor clamps in the marked positions on the

floor and fix them in position with the floor plugs and

the screws.

Make sure that you avoid hidden

cables and pipes when drilling holes in the floor

or wall.

Caution!

7.

Floor Clamp

Screws

Floor Plugs

Rod

Floor Clamp

P4158110

P4158120

x4x8

4x30

x8

O6

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8. Use the installation template (supplied) to mark 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.

9. Fit the taps and waste onto the bath in accordance

with the manufacturer s instructions.

Note!

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9.

Template

Waste

P4158125

P4158130

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Installing the Bath (Freestanding)

1. Rest the bath in an upside down position using two

chairs for support.

2. Carefully install the apron and secure in position at

each end with the washers and the bolts. Do not use

a drill for this procedure.

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Tighten by hand

Bolt

Washer

Ok No

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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Floor ClampProtectors

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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

inlet connectors should be used.

P4158150

Wooden Block

Rod

Floor Clamp

P4158160

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Floor Clamp

Wooden Block

Waste

Water Supply

P4158140

x2

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Cleaning

Caution! Risk of product damage. Many

cleaners contain abrasive and chemical

substances, and should not be used for cleaning

stainless 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 WARRANTYLIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY

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 ofpurchase. 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 yearafter 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 Center19/F, Shanghai Square, 138 Huai HaiRoad, Luwan District, Shanghai, PRCZip Code: 200021

This is our exclusive written warranty.

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Finish the Installation (Freestanding Bath)

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.

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1.2.3.4. P4158170

Pillow

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