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114503-2-

CA

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Copyright 

1996 Kohler Co.

WELLWORTH

VITREOUS CHINA

REVERSE TRAP TOILET

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

HOW TO USE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Please read these instructions carefully to familiarize
yourself with the required tools, materials, and installation
sequences. Follow the sections that pertain to your partic-
ular installation. This will help you avoid costly mistakes.
In addition to proper installation, read all operating and
safety instructions.

All information in these instructions is based upon the lat-
est product information available at the time of publica-
tion. Kohler Co. reserves the right to make changes in
product characteristics, packaging, or availability at any
time without notice.

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

ORDERING INFORMATION

Wellworth

 Toilet 

K-3433/3438

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Bowl

K-4277/4276

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Tank

K-4621

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When specified:

3/8” supply

K-7637

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Floor bolts (pair)

21401

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NOTES

Observe all local plumbing and building codes.

Shut off the water supply.

Seat post holes are on 5-1/2” centers.

2” passageway.

Water depth from the rim is 6”.

Ensure that the new toilet has the correct
roughing-in dimension. The K-3433 and K-3438
have a 14” roughing-in dimension. See Fig. #1.

Be very careful while working with vitreous china
products. Vitreous china can break or chip if the
bolts and nuts are overtightened, or if carelessly
handled.

Carefully inspect the new fixture for any sign of
damage.

For new construction, refer to the dimensions in
Fig. #1 and Fig. #4 for locating the shut-off valve.

Fixture dimensions are nominal and conform to
tolerances established by ANSI Standards
(A112.19.2).

WARNING: Risk of external leakage. The fill
valve nut has been factory-tightened to design
specifications. If re-tightening is required, wrench
tighten one turn past finger tight.

TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED

10” adjustable wrench

12” pipe wrench

Metal file (file cut)

Tape measure

Tubing cutter

Level

Hacksaw

Putty knife

Screwdriver

Toilet gasket (wax seal)

Toilet T-bolts (2), 5/16” diameter

Toilet supply shut-off valve, 3/8” recommended

NOTICE: If the existing toilet does not have a supply
shut-off valve below the tank, install one before installing
the new toilet.

Summary of Contents for WELLWORTH K-3432

Page 1: ... Shut off the water supply Seat post holes are on 5 1 2 centers 2 passageway Water depth from the rim is 6 Ensure that the new toilet has the correct roughing in dimension The K 3433 and K 3438 have a 14 roughing in dimension See Fig 1 Be very careful while working with vitreous china products Vitreous china can break or chip if the bolts and nuts are overtightened or if carelessly handled Careful...

Page 2: ...NG TOILET Turn off the water supply Flush the toilet and use a sponge to remove the remaining water from the tank and bowl Disconnect the supply shut off valve if present and remove the old tank and bowl Remove the old gasket from the floor and closet flange with a putty knife Remove and discard the old T bolts NOTICE If the new toilet is not installed immediately temporarily stuff a rag into the ...

Page 3: ...cing away from the toilet If you temporarily plugged the the closet flange with a rag remove the rag at this time Carefully align and lower the toilet over the closet flange and T bolts Apply full body weight to the toilet rim to set the seal NOTE To achieve optimum performance be sure the toilet is level CAUTION Risk of external leakage Do not lift or rock the toilet after placement a new toilet ...

Page 4: ...f the supply shut off valve refer to the installation instructions packed with the valve Carefully bend the tubing to fit Cut the end of the tubing 1 4 longer than the distance be tween the supply shut off valve and the supply shank Re move any burrs from the inside of the tubing Slip the coupling nut compression nut and ferrule onto the tubing Insert the tubing into the supply shut off valve and ...

Page 5: ...d tank connections for leakage for several days following installation Install the toilet seat according to the seat manufacturer s installation instructions Fig 9 FILL FLOAT WITH BALLAST Hold the float under water for a few seconds to fill it with water ballast Adjust the float by sliding it up or down on the float rod until the water level is at the marked water line Test flush the toilet Period...

Page 6: ...nues to run allowing water to enter tank A Foreign particles lodged to valve seat or valve seat washer B Worn seat washer C Tank water level set above overflow level D Water leaking past flush ball E Trip lever binding holding flush ball open A Clean valve seat seat washer or replace piston seat washer assembly B Replace seat washer C Adjust water tank level D Replace flush ball E Turn trip lever ...

Page 7: ...istributor and the KOHLER TECHNICAL SPECIALIST THIRD If you are unable to obtain warranty service through either your contractor or Kohler Co distributor please write us directly at Kohler Co Attn Customer Service Department Kohler WI 53044 U S A FOURTH Include all pertinent information regarding your claim including a complete description of the product model numbers colors finishes and the date ...

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