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Observe all local plumbing and building codes.

Carefully plan the moving of the bath into the
installation area. This bath is heavy and will not
easily fit through doorways.
Unpack and inspect the bath for damage. Return the
bath to the carton until you are ready to install.
Provide properly dimensioned framing.
Install the bath to an adequately supported, level
subfloor.
These instructions are for both freestanding and
drop-in installations. Follow only the instructions that
apply to your particular installation.
Before installation, ensure proper access to the final
plumbing connections.
This bath conforms to ANSI Standard A112.19.1. All
dimensions are nominal.

CAUTION: Risk of personal injury.

CAUTION: Risk of product or property
damage.

NOTICE: Make sure the floor will support 2000 lbs.
(907kg).

Cast iron

baths are extremely heavy. Obtain sufficient help
to carefully lift or move the bath.

Do not support the bath by the rim.

Provide adequate support under the feet.

This is the combined weight of the bath, water,

and two bathers.

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A112.19.1

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

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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.
All information is based on the latest product
information available at the time of publication.
Kohler China Ltd. Reserves the right to make
changes in product characteristics, packaging, or
availability at any time without notice.
These instructions contain important care, cleaning,
and warranty information-

We appreciate your commitment to Kohler quality.
Please take a few minutes to review this manual
before you start installation. If you encounter any
installation or performance problems, please don

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hesitate tocontact us. Our phone numbers and
website are listed on the back cover. Thanks again
for choosing KohlerCompany.

please leave these

instructions for the consumer.

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DROP-IN OR FREESTANDING CAST IRON BATH

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

K-700T

VINTAGE

Summary of Contents for Vintage K-700T

Page 1: ...under the feet This is the combined weight of the bath water and two bathers 2000 907 ANSI A112 19 1 BEFORE YOU BEGIN BEFORE YOU BEGIN 368 201419 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 ...

Page 2: ...n for free standing Adjustable feet Optional A Recommended K 7158T K 7159T K 1172T B 1118 610mm 1524 813mm 220Kg 381mm 310 B Product Information Fixture Basin area Top area Weight 1118 610mm 1524 813mm 220Kg Bathing Well Water depth 381mm 310L Capacity To Overflow Approximate measurements for comparison only Roughing In Notes Fixture dimensions are nominal and conform to toler ances in ANSI Standa...

Page 3: ...eet 2mm gap between the finished deck floor surface so the bath does not rest on the rim Use the template packed with the bath to carefully lay out and cut the rough deck material Make sure the drain location corresponds to the bath outlet Position the plumbing according to the roughing in information Cap the supplies and check for leaks Install the finished flooring and wall materials For all ins...

Page 4: ... Tube Assemble coupling nuts and tapered gaskets note proper position above on overflow tube and drain elbow For through the floor installations the threaded portion of the tee points toward the floor For above the floor installations the threaded portion of the tee points away from the drain elbow as shown above Align parts with the tee in the proper configuration for your installation Make sure ...

Page 5: ...rer instructions to the front side of the gasket putty will be between the gasket and the bath Align the overflow elbow with the overflow hole in the bath From inside the bath tighten the retainer nut to the overflow elbow Tighten all coupling nuts on the tee to secure the assembly Apply thread sealant tape to the tailpiece threads Thread the tailpiece onto the tee and tighten securely Make sure t...

Page 6: ...just Drain Stopper If adjustment is required remove the stopper assembly from the drain and loosen the jam nut below the stopper Turn the jam nut counterclockwise to raise the stopper or clockwise to lower the stopper Tighten the nut If sufficient clearance cannot be obtained by adjusting the stopper remove the lift rod assembly and loosen the locknut Rotate the turnbuckle counterclockwise to leng...

Page 7: ...he floor with the screws provided Position the bath so there is equal space between the bath skirt and the floor rail CAUTION Risk of personal injury Cast iron baths are extremely heavy Obtain sufficient help to carefully lift or move the bath Use at least four people to carefully lift the bath inside the floor rail Insert the dowels in the ends of the floor rail Apply silicone sealant to the end ...

Page 8: ... from the back or side move the bath in and out to shim it properly Verify that the bath is level across the top and along the drain side NOTE Do not use drywall plaster to support the bath Level By Fitting Metal Shims Under The Bath Feet H Install the Towel Bar Freestanding Installations Only Attach the two end brackets to the bath rim with the washers and bolts Carefully slide the two support br...

Page 9: ...tside edge of each floor rail with a pencil Mark location of joints with a line that extends beyond the traced outside edge of each floor rial Remove floor rails Measure in 3 3 4 from traced outside edge and mark another line This will establish the area in which the floor rails will be located Per manufacturer instructions apply adhesive to traced area on the floor or bottom surface of each floor...

Page 10: ...degrees the drain tube can be run into the wall before meeting the trap Install the legs according Fig 3 The leg mount attached to the bath sits atop the leg secured by the nut and bolt Height is varied by adjusting the bottom bolt as shown K 1172T K 1172T 2 3 4 70mm 3 1 2 89mm 2 90 2 3 Fig 2 shows one such installation NOTE The front legs are shown in Fig 2 behind the drain for demonstration purp...

Page 11: ...ATION COMPLETE THE INSTALLATION For Drop In Installations Cover the framing with water resistant wall material Seal the joints between the bath rim edges and the water resistant wall material with silicone sealant Tape and mud the water resistant wall material Install the finished wall Seal the joints between the bath rim and the finished wall with silicone sealant CLEAN UP When cleaning up after ...

Page 12: ... after purchase Implied warranties including that of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are expressly limited in duration to the duration of this warranty Kohler China disclaims any liability for special incidental or consequential damages Damages to the product caused by misuse abuse and installation that is not in accordance with the owner s manual are not covered by this warra...

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