Prepare The Site - Kohler K-11344 Installation And Care Manual

Before You Begin (cont.)
• Three strain reliefs - one must fit the blower motor cover with standard National Pipe Thread (NPT)
threads. The other two must fit the holes in the new junction box.
• Six wire connectors (wire nuts or equivalent)
• 1-1/2" PVC or other rigid or flexible pipe with fittings, unions, PVC cement (or equivalent fastening
method), and support clips, as required
• Four fasteners (such as flathead wood screws or concrete anchors) to secure the blower motor
• Solid copper 8-gauge bonding wire, 36" (914 mm)
Bath Information
IMPORTANT! To ensure a successful installation, install the bath on a level finished floor.
IMPORTANT! This product requires a K-7219 drain for proper installation.
• Observe all local plumbing and building codes.
• Unpack and inspect the bath for damage. Return the bath to the carton until installation.
• Make sure that all plumbing connections around the bath are easily accessible for future
maintenance.
• We strongly recommend that a professional plumber or contractor perform this installation.
• Provide access for making the final drain connection from below.
• This installation requires a minimum of two people.
• This bath is designed for a freestanding installation only.
• Select fasteners and a drilling method based on the type of floor the bath will be attached to.
• This bath conforms to CSA B45.5/IAPMO Z124. All dimensions are nominal.
Relocate the blower and check valve as close as possible to the bath to maximize performance. Do
not relocate the blower and check valve more than 15' (4.5 m) from the bath.
Position the blower 1-1/2" (38 mm) above the floor. Do not mount the blower motor with the
blower motor discharge pointing up.
The blower motor must have adequate ventilation for cooling and air flow. Do not install the blower
motor closer than 1" (25 mm) from the wall or other objects. Provide a free space of about 30 cubic
feet (0.8 cubic meters) for cooling.
The check valve must be relocated with the blower motor. At the new location, the check valve
must be no lower than 24" (610 mm) below the rim of the bath. The check valve must be within 12"
(305 mm) of the blower motor. The check valve must be oriented vertically with the flow arrow
pointing up. DO NOT relocate the control unit. The control unit must remain with the unit.
Use 1-1/2" PVC or equivalent piping.
The piping installation must meet the requirements of local plumbing or building codes. Ensure that
the installation does not reduce the fire rating of any walls. Piping must be supported at intervals
along the length in accordance with local codes.
Ensure that the blower motor location is clean and free of dust or debris.
Install an access panel for blower motor maintenance.
The 18 AWG minimum power cable to the blower motor must meet the requirements of all
applicable electrical or building codes. Ensure that the installation does not reduce the fire rating of
any walls.
The power cord must be supported at intervals along its length in accordance with local codes.
Power cords must not rest on surfaces or floors that are subject to flooding.

1. Prepare the Site

NOTICE: Provide adequate floor support.
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