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Freewill Barrier Free Bath Whirlpools:
K-12105-H* K-12106-H*
115982-2-BA (-)
1999 Kohler Co.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ATTENTION INSTALLER: INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: When using this unit, always follow basic precautions, including the following: Grounding is required. The unit should be installed WARNING: RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK. and grounded by a qualified service representative. The unit must be connected only to a circuit that is protected by a Ground-Fault A pre
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TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . 2 BEFORE INSTALLING UNIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Partially Install Bath Drain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Protect Whirlpool Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 ROUGHING-IN: K-12105-H*, K-12106-H* . . . . . . . 4 INSTALL WHIRLPOOL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Ordering Information . . . . . . . . . . .
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1. ROUGHING-IN: K-12105-H*, K-12106-H* A. ORDERING INFORMATION C. PRODUCT INFORMATION Applicable product: ADA compliant Fixture*: basin area top area weight Left outlet K-12105 shown Bathing well 44” x 23” 51” x 26” 265 lbs. Right outlet K-12106 not shown water depth capacity Accessories/hardware: To overflow 13” 55 gals. Drain K-7161-AF recommended Configuration 1-piece Jet trim kit K-9696 required Drain Outlet 2-1/4” D. MasterShower K-9500 recommended* Handshower * Approximate measurements
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2. PRODUCT NOTICES A. INSTALLER HAZARD NOTIFICATION B. FACTORY-ASSEMBLED FEATURES DANGER: Risk of fire, electric shock, or injury Factory installed components include pump with integral to persons. Read important safety instructions on heater, control, and switch. No installation is needed. inside front cover of these instructions. The whirlpool pump and piping are factory-assembled. WARNING: Risk of electrical shock. A licensed electrician should make all electrical connections. WARNING: Unaut
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E. ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS The installation must have a Class A Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter (GFCI). The GFCI protects against line-to-ground shock hazard. Use a 120 V, 20 A, 60 Hz dedicated service for the whirlpool. 4. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS A. TOOLS REQUIRED B. MATERIALS REQUIRED Conventional woodworking tools Plumbers putty Arc pliers or 14” pipe wrench Wall coverings, as necessary Rule Silicone sealant Level 2x4’s Safety shoes 2x6’s (if additional grab bars ar
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5. SITE REQUIREMENTS A. OLD BATH REMOVAL Disconnect the drain at the trap. Remove the old wall material. Slip boards under the old bath feet to protect the floor and slide the old bath out of the recess as illustrated. Old Bath Floor Protection Boards B. SUBFLOOR PREPARATION Check the flooring under the bath, and make repairs as needed. Make sure the subfloor is level. C. USER ACCESS CONSIDERATIONS 1. Provide clear floor space according to the roughing-in illustrations. You can provide this
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D. PLUMBING ACCESS CONSIDERATIONS Because this is a one-piece unit, the drain and overflow connections cannot be made by reaching over the end of the bath. Before installation, provide access to all connections. Please consider the following factors. 1. If the unit is installed on a slab at a corner of the outside walls: Make connections to the accessible end, or provide access to the plumbing connections. 2. If the unit is installed on a slab back-to-back against the outside walls: Plan to use
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F. STUD POCKET PREPARATION Construct a minimum 2x4 recess designed for your particular installation. Make sure you allow for access to the pump in the event the unit requires service. When constructing the framing, allow for the thickness of sub Nail Header and finish wall materials. 2x2 With 2x2 Braces Brace to 84-1/4” The unit should be installed as a recess installation. The Framing After variety of installations possible with this unit may require Setting the framing other than described in
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7. INSTALL THE WHIRLPOOL A. WHIRLPOOL SET-IN 1. Lay out and mark the supply or mixing valve hole locations on the back of the unit. Drill a 1/4” diameter pilot hole at each fitting mark. 2. For multiple-unit installations, where the supply fittings have been accurately located during the plumbing rough-in, a template made of lightweight plywood and containing all the correct pilot holes can be used to position the holes on the back surface of the unit. 3. Use a hole saw to drill the holes requ
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B. PUMP BANDING STRAP CUT Shipping Bracket (leave attached NOTICE: This step is necessary to make your to bath) Kohler whirlpool operate more quietly. Pump Banding Straps 1. Use tin snips to cut the two banding straps. These banding straps secure the pump to the whirlpool-mounted shipping bracket. When the banding straps are cut, the pump base and pump Suction Line will drop about 1/2” until they rest on the subfloor. If Pump Base the pump drops more than 1/2”, be sure the proper pitch is maint
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8. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS A. IDENTIFY ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS The model number is printed on a label at the pump end of the whirlpool. The label identifies electrical rating. B. WIRING INFORMATION – 120 V, 60 HZ – 2-SPEED PUMP (UL LISTED) MODELS WARNING: Risk of electrical shock. To reduce 20 A the risk of electric shock, connect only to a properly Switch Receptacle Plug-in grounded, grounding-type receptacle, protected Cord by a Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter (GFCI). Do not remove the plug’
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10. COMPLETE FINISH WALL Install water-resistant wall material for either flush or alcove installation as follows: For flush installations: Install water-resistant wall material to within 1/4” of the module edge. Install desired 2x4 Studding trim around the unit to conceal the module edge. Also 2” x 2” Brace install trim along the bottom apron edge. Acrylic Module Tape, mud, and finish the water-resistant wall material. Water-Resistant Wall Material For alcove installations: Install water-resis
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D. INSTALL SHOWER ROD The shower rod, if used, should now be installed. Position the shower rod so the shower curtain hangs inside the bath. E. SHOWER DOOR INSTALLATION Shower doors for this unit are available from the Kohler Co. Contact your dealer for more information on shower door availability and installation. When shower doors are to be installed on this bath module, follow these instructions: 1. Make sure the shower door is the correct size at width, height, header, and threshold. 2. Ma
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B. OPERATING SEQUENCE TO METHOD OBSERVE Refer to the chart at right for the proper operating Turn on sequence. whirlpool massage and 1. Turn on the whirlpool jets. Adjust each jet for the heater. optimum air/water mixture. Up/ Decrease flow by 2. A built-in timer automatically stops the motor after More pressing ↓ key; approximately 20 minutes of operation. increase flow by Down/ pressing ↑ key. Less 3. A built-in heater automatically maintains the water temperature while whirlpool bathing. To
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B. TROUBLESHOOT WHIRLPOOL SYSTEM This troubleshooting guide is for general aid only. A Kohler Authorized Service Representative or a qualified electrician should correct all electrical problems. For warranty service, contact your dealer or wholesale distributor. SYMPTOMS PROBABLE CAUSES RECOMMENDED ACTION 1. Whirlpool does not A. No power to pump/control. A. Set/Reset GFCI; check wiring to start/stop. pump/receptacle. B. Jets are blocked. B. Remove blockage. C. Switch disconnected from C. Reconn
