8
114543-2-
CB
Kohler Co., Kohler, WI
SHOWERHEAD OPERATION – ALL
MODELS
For three-way showerhead operation, grasp the outer ring
of the showerhead, and gently rotate it clockwise or coun-
terclockwise. There are two small detents within the outer
ring to provide three operating positions.
Fig. #15
6. ADJUSTMENTS – K-1097
MAXIMUM WATER TEMPERATURE
ADJUSTMENT
If the handle and face plate are installed, remove them.
Turn on the water to the maximum temperature by
rotating the valve stem fully clockwise.
To adjust the maximum temperature, slide the O-ring out
of the groove, and part way up the valve stem. Move the
upper limit stop part way up the valve stem. Rotate the
valve stem until the desired maximum water temperature
is achieved. Rotate the lower limit stop until it contacts the
tab. Slide the upper limit stop down the valve stem to
engage the lower limit stop. Slide the O-ring into the valve
stem groove.
Rotate the valve stem counterclockwise to shut the water
off.
Reinstall the handle and face plate.
O-Ring
Upper Limit Stop
Tab
Valve
Stem
Lower Limit Stop
Groove
Fig. #16
7. INSTALL VALVE TRIM
INSTALL ESCUTCHEONS TO 2-HANDLE
YOKE – ALL MODELS
Apply a bead of plumbers putty or other sealant to the
escutcheon according to the putty manufacturer’s
instructions. Install the escutcheons over the threaded
sleeves, and align on the wall. Remove any excess putty
or sealant.
Fig. #17
Threaded Sleeve
Finish Wall
Plumbers Putty
Escutcheon
INSTALL HANDLES TO 2-HANDLE YOKE –
ALL MODELS
Disassemble the handle components.
Slide the insert over the valve so the external threads face
outward. Press the handle adapter onto the valve stem,
and secure with the screw. Press the handle onto the
handle adapter so the slots and tabs engage, then thread
the insert into the handle. Securely hand tighten.
Fig. #18
Handle
Screw
Handle Adapt-
er
Insert
Valve
Correct Handle
Alignment (off
position)
INSTALL SINGLE-CONTROL HANDLE –
K-1097 MODEL
Slide the faceplate over the valve stem, and carefully
secure it with two long screws. Do not overtighten.
Fig. #19
Valve Stem
Faceplate
Screw
