Secure The Whirlpool To The Subfloor - Kohler K-1109 Installation Manual

3. Secure the Whirlpool to the Subfloor

CAUTION: Risk of product damage. Do not lift the whirlpool by the piping or pump, or use the piping or
pump for structural support of the whirlpool.
- Choose the installation option that best applies to your particular installation. Follow the appropriate
instructions.
- If the subfloor is not level, shim the whirlpool support blocks as necessary.
Option for Using a Cement or Mortar Bed
- Spread a 2" (5cm) thick layer of cement or mortar on the subfloor where the whirlpool will be set. This will help
secure, level, and support the unit. Clear all the material away from the pump support bracket and support block
locations.
NOTE: Do not use gypsum cement or drywall compound for this application, as they will not provide an
acceptable, durable bond.
NOTE: The pump support bracket and support blocks must rest directly on the subfloor.
- Position a piece of plastic drop cloth material on top of the cement or mortar bed. With help, carefully lift the
whirlpool into place, and make sure the pump support bracket and support blocks do not rest in the bed material.
- Insert the drain tailpiece into the trap. Make sure the whirlpool is level and resting on all support blocks.
Option for Using Construction Adhesive
- Apply a generous amount of high-quality construction adhesive to the bottom of the support blocks. With help,
carefully lift the whirlpool into position.
- Insert the drain tailpiece into the trap. Make sure the whirlpool is level and resting on all support blocks.
Option for Using Silicone Sealant
- With help, carefully lift the whirlpool into position.
- Insert the drain tailpiece into the trap. Make sure the whirlpool is level and resting on all support blocks.
- Apply a continuous bead of high-quality silicone sealant around the entire rim of the whirlpool.
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Spread a 2"
(5cm) layer of
cement or mortar
bed material
Clear spaces
for support
blocks
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Apply a bead of
silicone sealant
around the entire
rim
or
Apply construction
adhesive to the
support blocks
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