Prepare The Site - Kohler K-2971 Installation And Care Manual

Before You Begin (cont.)
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Observe all local plumbing and building codes.
This valve requires a minimum operating pressure of 15 psi (103.4
kPa).
The valve shuts off by water pressure. Do not force the handle in
any direction. To turn the valve off, gently turn it to the "Off"
position.
Flush all pipes thoroughly after installing the valve body.
If inlet conditions differ from those used during factory
calibration, it may be necessary to re-calibrate the valve after
installation.
Do not use plastic piping between the valve and the spout.
Kohler Co. recommends the use of 3/4" copper tube. Iron pipe is
not recommended.
This valve does not have an integral aspirator. For installations
that use a bath diverter spout, you must install a twin ell (K-9663)
with integral aspirator between the valve and the bath spout. If
these thermostatic mixing valves are installed without an
aspirator it will cause water to flow from the shower and bath
spout at the same time.

1. Prepare the Site

IMPORTANT! If the bath has been installed, cover it to prevent
damage to the bath surface.
Rough Plumbing
Shut off the water supply.
Install or relocate the supplies as necessary.
Support Framing
Determine the location of the valve, and install the support
framing.
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