Kohler Freewill Barier Free Bath Whirlpools K-12106-H - Manual (Page 3)

3 115982-2- BA (-) Kohler Co., Kohler, WI
TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 . . . . . . . .
INTRODUCTION 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ROUGHING-IN: K-12105-H*, K-12106-H* 4 . . . . . . .
Ordering Information 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Required Electrical Service 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Product Information 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation Notes 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PRODUCT NOTICES 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installer Hazard Notification 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Factory-Assembled Features 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Summary of Key Requirements 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Plumbing Specifications 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Product Inspection 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connections and Service Access 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrical Requirements 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tools Required 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Materials Required 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Clearance Requirements 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
New Or Replacement Installation Requirements 6
SITE REQUIREMENTS 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Old Bath Removal 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Subfloor Preparation 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
User Access Considerations 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Plumbing Access Considerations 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Other Installation Considerations 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stud Pocket Preparation 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Plumbing Preparation 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BEFORE INSTALLING UNIT 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Partially Install Bath Drain 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Protect Whirlpool Unit 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INSTALL WHIRLPOOL 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Whirlpool Set-In 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pump Banding Strap Cut 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Install Plumbing 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Identify Electrical Requirements 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wiring Information – 120 V, 60 Hz 12 . . . . . . . . . . . .
WATER TEST WHIRLPOOL & ELECTRONICS 12 . .
COMPLETE FINISH WALL 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
COMPLETE INSTALLATION 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Install Whirlpool Trim Kit 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Install Faucet And Drain Trim 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Install Grab Bars 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Install Shower Rod 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shower Door Installation 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CLEAN-UP AFTER INSTALLATION 14 . . . . . . . . . . . .
CONFIRM PROPER OPERATION 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Start-Up Whirlpool 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Sequence 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES 15 . . . . . . . . .
Flexjet Installation 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshoot Whirlpool System 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INTRODUCTION
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.
The variety of installations possible with this bath may
require framing procedures other than those described
in this manual.
All information in this manual is based upon the latest
product information available at the time of publication.
Kohler Co. reserves the right to make changes in
product characteristics, packaging, or availability at any
time without notice.
Identify and record the model and serial numbers below (found at the pump end of the bath):
Model No. Serial No. Date of Manufacture