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114543-2-
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Kohler Co., Kohler, WI
INSTALL SLIP-FIT SPOUT – ALL MODELS
NOTE: To improve clarity, only the diverter spout used for
the K-1096 model is shown. Installation of both diverter
and non-diverter spouts is identical.
CAUTION: Risk of internal seal damage.
Loosen spout setscrew with a 5/32” hex wrench
prior to installing the spout.
CAUTION: Risk of internal seal damage. Do not
use petroleum-based lubricants. If spout will not
slide over tubing, use soapy water or a
silicone-based lubricant.
Cut the tubing so it extends between 1-1/2” and 2-7/8”
beyond the finish wall. Loosen spout setscrew with 5/32”
hex wrench. Slide the spout over the 1/2” copper tube,
and carefully retighten the setscrew.
Flush hot and cold water through the spout for one minute.
Fig. #12
1-1/2” to 2-7/8”
1/2” Copper Tube
Slip-Fit Spout
Setscrew
INSTALL N.P.T. SPOUT – ALL MODELS
NOTE: To improve clarity, only the diverter spout used for
the K-1096 model is shown. Installation of both diverter
and non-diverter spouts is identical.
Remove the temporary nipple from the bath ell. Apply
thread sealant to the threads of a 1/2” nipple. Install the
nipple to the bath ell so it extends 3-7/8” beyond the finish
wall. Carefully thread the spout to the nipple with a clean
strap wrench.
Flush hot and cold water through the spout for one minute.
Fig. #13
3-7/8”
Nipple
N.P.T. Spout
INSTALL SHOWER ARM AND
SHOWERHEAD – ALL MODELS
CAUTION: Risk of product damage. To avoid
plugging the showerhead spray outlets, use thread
sealant tape on shower arm threads. Do not use
thread sealant (pipe dope).
Remove the temporary nipple from the shower ell.
Apply a bead of plumbers putty or other sealant around
the wall flange according to the manufacturer’s
instructions. Slide the wall flange onto the shower arm.
Apply thread sealant tape to the shower arm threads.
Thread the shower arm into the shower ell. Tighten with
a clean strap wrench.
Slide the wall flange against the wall, and tighten the set-
screw. Remove any excess sealant.
Flush hot and cold water through the shower arm for one
minute.
Install the showerhead to the shower arm using thread
sealant tape. Tighten with a clean strap wrench.
Fig. #14
Shower Ell
Wall Flange
Plumbers Putty
Setscrew
Showerhead
Shower Arm
