Preparing the Sink
Tap Hole Preparation
Drilling a pre-marked hole for taps
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Before drilling please read safety instructions
supplied with hole saw.
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The front face must be fully supported to prevent
cracking when drilling or cutting.
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WARNING!
Any machining operation will produce fine particles
of dust. Drilling or cutting MUST be carried out in a
well-ventilated area.
1.
Identify which pre marked tap hole(s) you will require.
2.
Using a hole saw, drill out the tap hole part way from
the underside of the sink
Fig. 1.6
. Finish drilling the hole
from the upper surface of the sink to ensure a clean
hole.
3.
It may be necessary to cool the tip of the drill with water
to prevent burning. For this reason we recommend the
use of a rechargeable drill. Take special care if using a
mains electric drill around water.
4.
Attach the tap, waste and overflow (where required) to
the sink according to the manufacturer’s Instructions.
Applying the Silicon Sealant
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DO NOT use Epoxi sealant or Epoxi adhesive.
Apply a bead of “Silicone sealant”(not included) to the
underside of the sink flange. For final fit, make sure each sink
clip is pulled back as shown in
Fig. 1.7
. Position the sink into
the work top opening.
Secure the sink by pivoting the sink clips into the position
Fig. 1.8
and tighten screws in the front, then tighten rear and
side screws.
Waste Fittings
Fit the waste fittings to the sink using the instructions
supplied with them. Apply a uniform bead of silicone onto
the underside of the rim of the sink, 1/4 inch from the outer
edges of the rim.
Fitting the Sink
1.
Turn the sink upside down and lay the worktop over
the sink. Swing each clip into place
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this is the most
effective method, although if the worktop has been
fitted to the cabinet the sink can be placed in the
opening and fixed in position from underneath.
2.
Centre the sink. Tighten the fixing screws in the
sequence shown in
Fig. 1.9
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DO NOT TIGHTEN FULLY AT FIRST ATTEMPT.
3.
Remove any surplus sealing material or wipe away any
excess sealant.
Check for Leaks:
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Supply user tubes to faucet
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Supply riser tubes to shut off valves or lower connections
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Fill sink with water and check for leak around drain
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Release water from sink and check for possible leaks
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Tighten a s needed
Drill starter hole from bottom.
Finish drilling hole from top.
Fig. 1.6
Sink
Worktop
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Fig. 1.7
Fig. 1.8
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Fig. 1.9