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115982-2-

BA

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Kohler Co., Kohler, WI

TABLE OF CONTENTS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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INTRODUCTION

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ROUGHING-IN: K-12105-H*, K-12106-H*

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Ordering Information

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Required Electrical Service

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Product Information

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Installation Notes

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PRODUCT NOTICES

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Installer Hazard Notification

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Factory-Assembled Features

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PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

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Summary of Key Requirements

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Plumbing Specifications

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Product Inspection

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Connections and Service Access

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Electrical Requirements

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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

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Tools Required

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Materials Required

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Clearance Requirements

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New Or Replacement Installation Requirements

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SITE REQUIREMENTS

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Old Bath Removal

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Subfloor Preparation

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User Access Considerations

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Plumbing Access Considerations

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Other Installation Considerations

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Stud Pocket Preparation

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Plumbing Preparation

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BEFORE INSTALLING UNIT

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Partially Install Bath Drain

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Protect Whirlpool Unit

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INSTALL WHIRLPOOL

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Whirlpool Set-In

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Pump Banding Strap Cut

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Install Plumbing

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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

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Identify Electrical Requirements

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Wiring Information – 120 V, 60 Hz

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WATER TEST WHIRLPOOL & ELECTRONICS

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COMPLETE FINISH WALL

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COMPLETE INSTALLATION

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Install Whirlpool Trim Kit

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Install Faucet And Drain Trim

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Install Grab Bars

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Install Shower Rod

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Shower Door Installation

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CLEAN-UP AFTER INSTALLATION

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CONFIRM PROPER OPERATION

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Start-Up Whirlpool

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Operating Sequence

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TROUBLESHOOTING  PROCEDURES

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Flexjet Installation

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Troubleshoot Whirlpool System

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INTRODUCTION

Please read these instructions carefully to familiarize
yourself with the required tools, materials, and
installation sequences. Follow the sections that pertain
to your particular installation. This will help you avoid
costly mistakes. In addition to proper installation, read all
operating and safety instructions.

The variety of installations possible with this bath may
require framing procedures other than those described
in this manual.

All information in this manual is based upon the latest
product information available at the time of publication.
Kohler Co. reserves the right to make changes in
product characteristics, packaging, or availability at any
time without notice.

Identify and record the model and serial numbers below (found at the pump end of the bath):

Model No.

Serial No.

Date of Manufacture

Summary of Contents for Freewill K-12105-H

Page 1: ...Freewill Barrier Free Bath Whirlpools K 12105 H K 12106 H 115982 2 BA 1999 Kohler Co...

Page 2: ...her electrical equipment and exposed metal in the vicinity as needed to comply with local requirements DANGER RISK OF INJURY Hot whirlpool baths can put certain stresses on the body as do any hot bath...

Page 3: ...Information 120 V 60 Hz 12 WATER TEST WHIRLPOOL ELECTRONICS 12 COMPLETE FINISH WALL 13 COMPLETE INSTALLATION 13 Install Whirlpool Trim Kit 13 Install Faucet And Drain Trim 13 Install Grab Bars 13 Inst...

Page 4: ...n Outlet 2 1 4 D Approximate measurements for comparison only Pump high HP low HP V Hz A 2 speed 1 1 8 120 60 16 5 D INSTALLATION NOTES Read the entire installation instruction before beginning the in...

Page 5: ...on 3 PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS A SUMMARY OF KEY REQUIREMENTS Install unit to a level subfloor Provide properly dimensioned framing Recess installation is recommended B PLUMBING SPECIFICATIONS Confirm adequ...

Page 6: ...our new acrylic module is too large to fit through a standard door opening The unit must be placed within the installation area prior to completion of framing An optional procedure is to omit studs in...

Page 7: ...vide this clear floor space with either a front or side user access 2 Consider the path of the wheelchair user when building the clear floor space Be sure there is sufficient room for a wheelchair use...

Page 8: ...truction multiple unit installations At least one unit should have access through which the other unit may be accessed 4 In masonry or fire rated partitions Provide access to plumbing connections 5 Un...

Page 9: ...plate around the recess opening 2 If extra grab bars are specified Provide 2x6 bridging or attachment at specified positions Refer to the grab bar manufacturer s instructions NOTE A 5 diameter opening...

Page 10: ...the unit 3 Use a hole saw to drill the holes required Drill from the finished face of the unit CAUTION Risk of product damage When moving the unit do not flex or damage may occur 4 Clean the bath rece...

Page 11: ...etween 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 bandin...

Page 12: ...ol has been completed at the factory A licensed electrician must install a GFCI protected 120 V 20 A grounded outlet Your whirlpool may then be plugged into this outlet No other load should be on this...

Page 13: ...sistant Wall Material 11 COMPLETE INSTALLATION A INSTALL WHIRLPOOL TRIM KIT Refer to the installation instructions packed with the trim kit when installing the jet or suction trim B INSTALL FAUCET AND...

Page 14: ...12 CLEAN UP AFTER INSTALLATION When cleaning up after installation do not use abrasive cleansers as they may scratch and dull the bath surface Use warm water and a liquid detergent to clean the surfa...

Page 15: ...ng counterclockwise To reduce air and water rotate it clockwise Shut off whirlpool Restart whirlpool after 20 minute cycle is complete Up More Down Less 14 TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES A FLEXJET INSTALL...

Page 16: ...kit installed incorrectly B Reinstall trim kit checking for damage to O ring 3 Whirlpool stops automatically A GFCI trips A Identify source of fault and correct automatically before 18 minutes B Suct...

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