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Kohler Co., Kohler, WI
B. PUMP BANDING STRAP CUT
NOTICE: This step is necessary to make your
Kohler whirlpool operate more quietly.
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
will drop about 1/2” until they rest on the subfloor. If
the pump drops more than 1/2”, be sure the proper
pitch is maintained (with shims under the motor) to
allow the pump to drain through the suction line
when the whirlpool is drained.
Shipping Bracket
(leave attached
to bath)
Suction Line
Pump
Subfloor
Banding Straps
Pump Base
2.
If the subfloor is level, no adjustments to the pump
are necessary. Proceed to Step 3. If the subfloor is
not level, slide plywood shims between the pump
base and the subfloor, but only high enough to allow
water to drain out the suction line when the bath is
drained.
NOTE: Do not raise the pump higher than it was before
you cut the banding straps. If the pump is raised too high,
it may not prime properly.
Shim if necessary, using 5” x 7”
(minimum) plywood
Drainage
Suction Pipe
3.
To minimize bath noise and vibration, be sure the
pump is not in direct contact with the shipping
bracket after the banding straps are cut. The pump
base contains rubber isolation feet to reduce pump
noise and vibration.
Pump
Rubber
Isolation
Feet
C. INSTALL PLUMBING
CAUTION: Risk of damage to bath bottom and
subfloor. Ensure a watertight seal on the bath
drain connections.
1.
When the bath is securely positioned, connect the
drain to the trap.
NOTE: An access panel will simplify future mainte-
nance.
Connect Here
2.
Open hot and cold valves and check all supply
connections for leaks.
3.
Run water into the bath, and check the drain
connections for leaks.
