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114189-2-
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(9608)
Kohler Co., Kohler WI
6. BEFORE INSTALLING UNIT
A. RECOMMENDED INSTALLATION
Illustrated is a recommended installation.
Incorporate framing support for the vertical and
horizontal grab bars, if used. In addition, incorporate
framing support for the hand spray on vertical slide bar,
if used.
Route piping and adapt framing as necessary for the
hand spray supply elbow, pressure-balanced mixer
valve, and high-flow tub filler and valves.
Recommended
Location of Grab
Bars, if Used
B. PARTIALLY INSTALL BATH DRAIN
Install the drain on the whirlpool according to the drain
manufacturer’s instructions.
C. PROTECT WHIRLPOOL UNIT
Position a drop cloth or similar material in the bottom of
the unit. Be careful not to scratch the surface of the
product.
7. INSTALL THE WHIRLPOOL
A. WHIRLPOOL SET-IN
The pump base pan is integral to the unit.
If the subfloor is level, no adjustments are required. Set
the whirlpool into place, align the drain tailpiece with the
trap, and proceed to the next section.
CAUTION: Risk of product damage. Do not use
the piping or pump for structural support or
positioning of the whirlpool.
If the subfloor is not level, some leveling of the whirlpool
area will be necessary. Do not support the weight of the
whirlpool by the flange. Do not use drywall plaster as a
means of support.
Drain Hole
Shims
