Thank You; Before You Begin; Recommended Tools And Materials - Kohler К-1643 Installation Manual

Thank You For Choosing Kohler Company
We appreciate your commitment to Kohler quality. Please take a few minutes to review this manual before you start installation. If
you encounter any installation or performance problems, please don't hesitate to contact us. Our phone numbers and website are
listed on the back cover. Thanks again for choosing Kohler Company.

Before You Begin

CAUTION: Risk of product damage. Do not lift the whirlpool by the piping or pump, or use the piping or pump for
structural support of the whirlpool.
- We recommend this whirlpool for alcove installation.
- Inspect the whirlpool for damage before you begin installation.
- You must install this whirlpool to an adequately supported, level subfloor.
- Observe local plumbing codes.
- Leave the packaging material in place until you begin installation.
- Be sure you have sufficient access to move the module into the construction area.
- Avoid flexing the side walls to prevent damage to the module.
- Insulate all exterior walls before installation.
- When fire rated wall is specified, the stud opening dimensions are to the inside of the wallboard.
- If the module will be installed adjacent to the vertical ducts or chases, surround the unit with fire rated gypsum wallboard.
- The basin area requires no additional support when the subfloor is level and square with respect to the stud framing.
Consider using shims for additional support if the subfloor is uneven.
- Protect the module floor during installation.
- Consult all applicable instructions for accessories and shower doors before beginning this installation.
- Provide access to all plumbing connections. This is a one piece module, and you cannot make the drain and overflow
connections by reaching over the end of the module.
- Position the rough drain plumbing according to the roughing in dimensions.
- This product is designed for use with the Kohler K 1652 steam generator. Kohler is not responsible for problems encountered
due to the installation and use of other manufacturers' steam generators.

Recommended Tools and Materials

Silicone Sealant Measuring Tape
Safety Glasses Pipe Wrench
Kohler Co.
Pencil Tin Snips
Level
3
Plus:
Conventional Woodworking tools and
materials
Drop cloth
2x4's or 2x6's
Screws or lag bolts
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