Prepare The Site; Install The Plumbing - Kohler K-12100 Installation Manual

2x2
Brace
84-1/4"
(214 cm)
B D
A

2. Prepare the Site

K-12100/K-12101
K-12102
K-12103/K-12104
K-12107/K-12108
K-12109/K-12110/K-12111/
K-12112/K-12113
NOTE: If the unit will be installed against a masonry wall, make provisions for plumbing connections.
Construct a separate frame wall a minimum of 6" (15.2 cm) from the masonry wall.
IMPORTANT! If a shower door will be installed, refer to the shower door installation instructions for any
special framing considerations.
IMPORTANT! Do not install the header and right side of the front frame until the module has been
moved into place.
Make sure the subfloor is level and adequately supported before proceeding.
Construct 2x4 or 2x6 framing according to the roughing-in information for your particular model.
Nail in a 2x2 brace around the recess opening.
Verify that the framing is square and plumb.
Add any bridging or support needed if you are installing grab bars or towel bars. Refer to the
accessory manufacturer's instructions.

3. Install the Plumbing

NOTE: Provide access at the back of the plumbing wall for servicing the supply and waste piping.
Locate rough plumbing for the drain according to the correct model's roughing-in dimensions.
Cut a 5" (12.7 cm) diameter hole in the floor at the drain location.
NOTE: If plumbing is to be installed on the unfinished stud wall, install the supplies after the module is
installed.
Position the plumbing according to the roughing-in information.
Cap the supplies and check for leaks.
Install a drain pipe according to the roughing-in information.
Strap the supply connections to the stud framing.
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Nail the header with a 2x2 brace
to the framing after setting the
module into the recess.
NOTE: The framing shown may not
C
represent the actual proportions for
your particular model.
A
45-1/4" (114.9 cm)
69-1/2" (176.5 cm)
65" (165.1 cm)
45-1/4" (114.9 cm)
52-1/4" (132.7 cm)
Masonry Wall
B C
9" (22.9 cm) 37" (94 cm)
9-1/4" (23.5 cm) 37-1/2" (95.3 cm)
18" (45.7 cm) 37" (94 cm)
9" (22.9 cm) 37" (94 cm)
9" (22.9 cm) 37-1/2" (95.3 cm)
9
2x4 Stud Framing
6" (15.2cm) Min
D
22-1/2" (57.2 cm)
34-5/8" (90.5 cm)
13" (33 cm)
22-1/2" (57.2 cm)
26" (66 cm)
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