2. Install the Handles
Determine the thickness of the finished wall.
If the finished wall is less than 5/8
″
(1.6 cm) thick, use the
supplied hardware kit numbered 1031071.
If the finished wall is 5/8
″
(1.6 cm) to 1-1/4
″
(3.2 cm) thick, use
the supplied hardware kit numbered 1031072.
Slide a spline adapter from kit 1031073 onto the stem extension.
Place a stem extension on the valve stem. Secure with the screw
provided.
Thread a threaded sleeve onto the valve body.
Thread a sleeve extension onto the threaded sleeve.
Apply plumbers putty or other sealant to the back of the
escutcheon according to the putty manufacturer’s instructions.
Thread an escutcheon onto the threaded sleeve. Remove any
excess putty or sealant.
Press a handle over the stem extension and move the handle to
the closed position (Hot = Counterclockwise, Cold = Clockwise).
Lever handles should be horizontal when closed.
If adjustment is needed to achieve the desired handle alignment,
remove the handle, screw and spline adapter. Turn the spline
adapter 1/4 turn. Check the handle position. Repeat the
procedure until the proper handle position is achieved. Secure
with the screw.
Escutcheon
Screw
Handle
Spline
Adapter
Stem
Extension
Threaded
Sleeve
Valve
Body
Wall Thickness
5/8" to 1-1/4"
(1.6 cm to 3.2 cm)
Wall Thickness
Less than 5/8" (1.6 cm)
Escutcheon
Nut
Apply plumbers
putty.
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Kohler Co.
