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Installation (continued)
INSTALLING THE STRAINERS
INSTALLING THE SINK
- Apply a sealing ring of plumber’s putty to the underside of
strainer flange and insert the strainer body into the sink.
- Press the strainer body into the sink opening until the putty
squeezes out evenly from all around the strainer body.
- Assemble the rubber gasket, friction washer and lock nut
onto the strainer body from under the sink .
- Hand tighten the lock nut . Do not over tighten the lock nut,
as it may split or deform the body of the strainer .
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Remove excess plumber's putty.
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Assemble plastic flange and tail pipe (not supplied) together,
then engage the connecting nut through the tail pipe and
flange to the lower threaded part of strainer body and
tighten connecting nut by hand . Do not over tighten the nut .
Strainer
basket
Strainer
body
Strainer
body
Rubber
gasket
Friction
washer
Locknut
Plastic
flange
Tail pipe
(not supplied)
Plumber’s
putty
Connecting nut
NOTE:
Install the faucet according to the instructions before proceeding.
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Apply silicone sealant (not included) around the underside of
the lip of the sink (A) on all four sides.
- Carefully place sink right side up and insert bolts in notches,
putting clamps flat against the sink.
- Lower the sink into the countertop .
- Tighten the screws progressively following the pattern
below, until the sink rim is flush with countertop. Check the
alignment as you tighten so that the front of the sink is parallel
to the front of the countertop .
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Wipe away the excess sealant with a rag.
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Connect the supply lines (not supplied) to the faucet. Connect
the plumbing pipes to the tail pipes . Run the water and check
all connections for leaks . Make adjustments as needed . Do not
overtighten .
SUPPLY LINES (NOT INCLUDED)
The supply lines, which connect the faucet to the household water system, are not supplied with this unit . They need to be purchased separately .
Follow the supply line manufacturer’s instructions for proper installation .
Countertop
Sealant
Sink
A
Tightening sequence for clips
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5
3
4
6
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