Prepare The Site; Prepare The Whirlpool - Kohler K-1109 Installation Manual

1. Prepare the Site

NOTICE: Unless otherwise specified, floor support under the whirlpool must provide for a minimum of
80 lbs./square foot (390 kg/square meter) loading.
NOTICE: Do not support the whirlpool by the rim.
Make sure the flooring offers adequate support for your whirlpool, and verify that the subfloor is
flat and level.
The whirlpool should be installed in an alcove installation. Construct 2x4 or 2x6 stud framing
designed for your particular installation. Construct a frame in accordance with the roughing-in
information packed with the whirlpool.
Position the plumbing according to the roughing-in information packed. Cap the supplies, and
check for leaks.

2. Prepare the Whirlpool

Install the drain to the whirlpool according to the drain manufacturer's instructions. Do not connect
the trap at this time.
Position a clean drop cloth or similar material in the bottom of the whirlpool. Be careful not to
scratch the surface of the whirlpool.
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Position the
rough plumbing.
Verify that the subfloor
offers adequate support,
and is flat and level.
Construct 2x4 or
2x6 stud framing
according to the
roughing-in
information.
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