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ENGINEERED QUARTZ SINK
Undermount Installation Instructions
UNDERMOUNT - PREPARE THE COUNTERTOP
1.
Position the template (provided with your sink) front to rear so the sink
will not interfere with the cabinet; secure with tape.
2.
Trace the template and remove. Dry fit the sink to verify the
measurements.
3.
Following the countertop manufacturer’s instructions, carefully cut the
countertop on the inside of the traced line.
4.
Locate and drill the mounting holes, following the countertop
manufacturer’s instructions. Holes should allow even spacing of
mounting brackets around the sink.
5.
With the countertop inverted (upside down), fasten the mounting
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IMPORTANT: The cabinet must be installed, secured, plumb, and level
BEFORE installing the sink.
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IMPORTANT: Cahaba engineered quartz sinks should only be fastened to
a solid surface countertop (i.e. granite, Corian
®
or Silestone
®
).
UNDERMOUNT - INSTALL THE COUNTERTOP
1.
Clean the bottom of the countertop and the top flange (or lip) of the sink
with denatured alcohol.
2.
Apply a narrow bead of high quality silicone adhesive sealant evenly all
around the top of the sink flanges. CAUTION: DO NOT USE EPOXY TO
SEAL SINK.
3.
Position and align the sink over the countertop opening. Press silicone
onto countertop.
4.
Tighten fasteners until mounting brackets are snug against sink. Check
alignment of sink to the countertop opening.
5.
Tighten down fasteners evenly. Be careful not to over-tighten.
6.
Immediately remove excess sealant.
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IMPORTANT: The enclosed cutout template will create a countertop
opening with a minimal (1/8” or less) reveal. It is recommended that you
discuss this with your installer and agree that this finished appearance
is the desired effect. Cahaba is not responsible for improper sink or
countertop installations.
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IMPORTANT: Cahaba is not responsible for sink or countertop if damaged
during installation. Be sure to inspect the sink for damage prior to
beginning installation.
APPLY SILICONE SEALANT AFTER CLEANING THE
SINK EDGE AND COUNTERTOP
VERIFY SINK IS CENTERED WITHIN THE
COUNTERTOP OPENING BEFORE TIGHTENING
FASTENERS.
OUTLINE FOR ENGINEERED
QUARTZ SINK CUTOUT
MOUNTING BRACKET
FASTENER
INVERTED COUNTERTOP
