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111835-

CA

 (1093)

Kohler Co., Kohler WI

TABLE OF CONTENTS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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INTRODUCTION

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ROUGHING-IN:  K-842-V-AB, K-845-V-AB,
K-842-JA-AA, K-842-JA-AA

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Ordering Information

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Required Electrical Service

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Product Information

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Installation Notes

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PRODUCT NOTICES

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Installer Hazard Notification

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Factory-Assembled Features

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PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

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Summary of Key Requirements

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Plumbing Specifications

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Product Inspection

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Connections and Service Access

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Electrical Requirements

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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

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Tools Required

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Materials Required

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Clearance Requirements

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New or Replacement Installation Requirements

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SITE REQUIREMENTS

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Old Bath Removal

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Subfloor Preparation

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Stud Pocket Preparation

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Plumbing Preparation

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BEFORE INSTALLING UNIT

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Tiling-In Bead Installation

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Partially Install Bath Drain

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Protect Bath Unit

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INSTALL WHIRLPOOL

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Whirlpool Set-In

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Install Plumbing

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INSTALL GRIP RAILS

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FIELD WIRE ELECTRONICS

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Identify Electrical Requirements

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Wiring Information - 120 V, 60 Hz

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Field Wiring Control Box Compartment -
230 V, 50 Hz

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Connect Control Box - 230 V, 50 Hz

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WATER TEST WHIRLPOOL & ELECTRONICS

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COMPLETE FINISH WALL

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COMPLETE INSTALLATION

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Install Handles and Spout

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Install Whirlpool Trim Kit

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CLEAN-UP AFTER INSTALLATION

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CONFIRM PROPER OPERATION

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Start-Up Whirlpool

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Operating Sequence

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Troubleshoot Whirlpool System

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INTRODUCTION

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 aid you in avoiding
the unnecessary expense associated with improper
installation. In addition to proper installation, read all
operating and safety instructions.

The variety of installations possible with this whirlpool
may require framing procedures other than those
described in this manual.

All information in this manual is based on the latest
product information available at the time of publication.
Kohler Co. reserves the right to make changes in
product characteristics, packaging, or availability at any
time without notice.

Identify and record below the model and serial number (found at the pump end of the whirlpool):

Model No.

Serial No.

Date of Manufacture

Summary of Contents for Maestro K-842-V-AB

Page 1: ...R Maestro Whirlpool Baths K 842 V AB K 842 JA AA K 845 V AB K 845 JA AA 111835 CA 1093 Copyright E1993 Kohler Co...

Page 2: ...cted by a qualified licensed electrician For J1 and JA models only A green colored terminal or a wire connector marked G GR GROUND or Grounding is provided within the terminal compartment To reduce th...

Page 3: ...d Wiring Control Box Compartment 230 V 50 Hz 11 Connect Control Box 230 V 50 Hz 12 WATER TEST WHIRLPOOL ELECTRONICS 12 COMPLETE FINISH WALL 12 COMPLETE INSTALLATION 13 Install Handles and Spout 13 Ins...

Page 4: ...rial contacts any top surface of bath K 9621 are sold separately and are required accesso ries B REQUIRED ELECTRICAL SERVICE Dedicated circuits required protected with Class A Ground Fault Circuit Int...

Page 5: ...instructions thoroughly before beginning installation including the following Product Requirements NOTICE Follow all local plumbing and electrical codes B FACTORY ASSEMBLED FEATURES Factory installed...

Page 6: ...CTIONS AND SERVICE ACCESS Before installation ensure proper access to the final connections NOTICE Provide unrestricted service access to the pump An access panel 20 W x 15 H minimum must be construct...

Page 7: ...sealant C CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS Check roughing in and room dimensions in order to provide adequate available space for the bath unit D NEW OR REPLACEMENT INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS This bath unit can...

Page 8: ...educe the risk of water damage C STUD POCKET PREPARATION Construct a recess designed for your particular installation Framing is of 2 x 4 construction When constructing framing allow for thickness of...

Page 9: ...s 6 BEFORE INSTALLING UNIT A TILING IN BEAD INSTALLATION Before setting bath an optional tiling in bead is recommended to be applied to whatever side of the bath contacts the wall Refer to Ordering In...

Page 10: ...f feet are not accessible from back or side Metal Shims Metal Shim B INSTALL PLUMBING CAUTION Risk of damage to whirlpool bottom and subfloor Ensure watertight seal on bath drain connections 1 When wh...

Page 11: ...the factory A licensed electrician must install a GFCI protected 120 Volt 15 Amp grounded outlet Your whirlpool may then be plugged into this outlet No other load should be on this circuit Locate the...

Page 12: ...ONICS Check all electrical connections Make sure both connections to the pump are securely tightened Fill bath to a level at least 2 above the top of the highest jet Operate whirlpool for 5 minutes an...

Page 13: ...r installation do not use abrasive cleaners as they may scratch and dull the module surface Use warm water and one of the liquid detergents to clean the surface Stubborn stains paint or tar can be rem...

Page 14: ...the top of the highest jet Water temperature in the whirlpool should not exceed 104_F 40_C Bath Wall 2 Minimum Water Line Jet Trim B OPERATING SEQUENCE Refer to chart for proper operating sequence 1...

Page 15: ...unterclockwise to open are not functioning B Trim kit installed incorrectly B Reinstall trim kit checking for damage to O Ring C Jets are blocked C Remove blockage 3 Motor turns water is pumping but A...

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