Kohler K-1113 Installation And Care Manual page 13

4.
Secure the Bath – Bath Base Models
Cement or Mortar Method
Méthode ciment ou mortier
Método de cemento o mortero
Cement or Mortar
Ciment ou mortier
Cemento o mortero
WARNING: Risk of personal injury. Do not lift the bath by the rim. Lift the bath
from the bottom only.
NOTICE: The bath must be secured using one of the following two methods: cement
or mortar bed or construction adhesive.
NOTICE: Ensure the subfloor is level before proceeding. If necessary, use shims to
achieve level.
Cement or Mortar Bed Method
NOTICE: Do not use gypsum cement or drywall compound, as these materials will
not provide a durable bond. Only use cement or mortar.
Spread a 2" (5.1 cm) thick later of cement or mortar on the subfloor.
Place a plastic liner or similar material over the cement or mortar.
With help, carefully move the bath into the installation area.
Verify the bath is level across the top of the bath. If the bath is not level, shims
must be used under the bath base.
Connect the tailpiece of the drain to the trap.
Remove the protective tape from the bath rim.
Apply a continuous bead of silicone sealant around the entire rim of the bath.
Construction Adhesive Method
Apply a generous amount of high-quality construction adhesive to the bottom of
the bath base.
With help, carefully move the bath into the installation area.
Verify the bath is level across the top of the bath. If the bath is not level, shims
must be used under the bath.
Connect the tailpiece of the drain to the trap.
Remove the protective tape from the bath rim.
Apply a continuous bead of silicone sealant around the entire rim of the bath.
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Construction Adhesive Method
Méthode adhésif de construction
Método de adhesivo de construcción
Apply construction adhesive to the
bath base.
Appliquer un adhésif de
construction à la base de la
baignoire.
Aplique adhesivo de construcción
a la base de la bañera.
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