Secure The Unit - Kohler K-1167 Installation Manual

3. Secure the Unit

Choose the installation option that best applies to your particular installation. Follow the
appropriate instructions.
For All Installations
Install the drain to the bath according to the drain manufacturer's instructions. Do not connect the
trap at this time.
Using a clean drop cloth or similar material, cover the bottom of the bath and the airjets. This will
protect the bath surface and components from being scratched or damaged during the installation
process.
Secure Bath to the Subfloor
CAUTION: Risk of product damage. Do not lift the bath by the piping or blower motor, or use the piping
or blower motor for structural support of the bath.
CAUTION: Risk of product damage. Do not support the bath by the rim.
NOTICE: Ensure the subfloor is level before proceeding. If necessary, use shims to level.
Cement or Mortar Bed Method
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" (51 mm) thick later of cement or mortar on the subfloor except where the leveling
blocks will be located.
Clear any cement or mortar away from the leveling block locations.
Place a plastic liner or similar material over the cement or mortar.
With help, carefully move the bath into the installation area. Make sure the blower motor control
and leveling blocks do not rest in the bed material.
Verify the leveling blocks are resting directly on the subfloor. Reposition as needed.
Verify the bath is level across the top of the bath. If the bath is not level, use shims under the
leveling blocks.
Connect the drain tailpiece to the trap.
Remove the protective tape from the rim.
Construction Adhesive Method
1167629-2-A
Spread a 2" (51 mm)
layer of cement or
mortar bed material.
Clear spaces
for support
blocks.
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Apply construction
adhesive to the
support blocks.
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