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Old Bath

Floor Protection Boards

SITE REQUIREMENTS

SITE REQUIREMENTS

A. Old Bath Removal

Disconnect the drain at the trap.
Remove the old wall material.

and slide the

old bath out of the recess as
illustrated.

Slip

boards under the old bath feet

to protect the floor,

A.

B. Subfloor Preparation

Check the flooring under the bath, and make repairs as
needed. Make sure the subfloor is level.

B.

C. Bath Area Construction Preparation

Possible framing arrangements are illustrated below.
Use the framing construction appropriate for your
particular bath model. Some modifications may be
needed for other types of construction, if preferred.

C.

Corner Installation
The suggested framing construction is illustrated.

1/16" (2mm) Gap Between
Bath Rim and Framing

2

Bath Rim

Framing

Construction

Finished Wall

Wall

D.

D. Plumbing Preparation

Position the plumbing according to rough-in dimensions.

Cap the supplies and check for leaks.

BEFORE INSTALLING UNIT

BEFORE INSTALLING UNIT

A. Your new whirlpool has been manufactured to the
highest possible standards. However please inspect for
any possible damage that may have occurred in transit.

: Warranty does not cover damage to bath

caused in transit or installation.

NOTE

A.

B. The protective film original covering your whirlpool

has been removed to fit it's equipment, therefore,

carefully protect its surface during installation.

B.

C.

C. Partially Install Bath Drain

Install the drain on the bath according to the drain

manufacturer's instructions.

1036303-T01-B

Summary of Contents for K-18778T

Page 1: ...iliarize 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...

Page 2: ...uired A Tools Required B A Adjustable pipe wrench Rule Level Safety shoes Safety glasses Square Pliers Utility knife Plumbers putty Wall coverings as necessary Silicone sealant Gypsum ciment optional...

Page 3: ...allation The suggested framing construction is illustrated 1 16 2mm Gap Between Bath Rim and Framing 2 Bath Rim Framing Construction Finished Wall Wall D D Plumbing Preparation Position the plumbing a...

Page 4: ...carefully protect its surface during installation 2a 1305 700 1305 1 4 1 9 2b Whirlpool must be installed level on all top edges 2b IMPORTANT 1036303 T01 B 3 A 3 Fit timber batten supports or check in...

Page 5: ...Silicone Sealant Tiling Bead Brick Rebated Into Wall Ng Silicone Sealant 50 25mm Timber Batten Paste Mortar Tile Packed Out From Wall Paste Mortar Tile Brick Under Flange Tiling Ng Silicone Sealant T...

Page 6: ...ized electrician Please refer to Spa Pump Installation Operation Instructions sheet E 10 RCD PDL681 VMP IMPORTANT Your spa has been factory tested and approved It is the responsability of the installe...

Page 7: ...ers wire brushes or other metal tools One of the powder type detergents may be used on a damp cloth to provide mild abrasive action to the residual plaster A 2 Mequiars 28 A Consumer Responsibilities...

Page 8: ...r after purchase Implied warranties including that of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are expressly limited in duration to the duration of this warranty Kohler China disclaims any...

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