Kohler Sterling 7110 Series Installation Manual page 9

5. Secure the Bath to the Framing
If your bath is shipped with a liner, keep the liner in place until construction is complete. If a liner
is not available, position a clean drop cloth or similar material in the bottom of the bath.
Secure the Apron
For units which have the nailing-in flanges installed on the apron, drill two 1/16" (2 mm) pilot
holes through each nailing-in flange and into the stud. Then, fasten the flanges to the stud using
large-head roofing nails or screws.
NOTE: If the apron blocks were not installed earlier, It may be possible to remove the bath and install
them now.
For units for which the nailing-in flanges have broken off from the apron, ensure that the apron is
held in place by the wooden blocks installed previously. If planning to install baseboard at the
apron, drill pilot holes and fasten the apron to the wooden blocks.
Attach the Bath to the Studs
The bath can be attached using the attachment clips provided, or large-head roofing nails.
Check at the recommended clip or nail locations to verify that the studs are within 1/8" (3 mm) of
the bath. Shim if necessary.
Use Attachment Clips
Refer to the Roughing-In section for attachment clip locations.
At the side of the stud, position the bottom lip of the clip under the flange of the bath as shown in
the detail.
Slide the clip into place between the center of the stud and the bath.
Use a pliers to bend the tab of the clip over the bath flange.
NOTE: Install large-head roofing nails or flathead screws to secure the clips to the studs. If hammering a
nail, use caution to avoid hitting the bath.
Install the clip with a flat-headed screw or nail.
Use Roofing Nails
IMPORTANT! Install the nail or screw above the flange. Do not nail or drill through the nailing-in flange.
Sterling
Stud
Nail
Attachment
Clip
Bath
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Wall
Stud
Roofing
Nail
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