Elkay EGUH312010L Installation Guide
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1. Rinse your sink thoroughly after use Undermount and Drop in Installation Instructions Warranty Elkay warrants to the original purchaser that Elkay will at its option replace without charge such product if it fails due to a manufacturing defect for a lifetime of normal residential use Product replacement does not include transportation cost or labor installation cost This warranty covers only the sink when a self rimming drop in sink is installed in a conventional countertop surface or an undermount sink is installed in a conventional solid surface countertop in residential applications Elkay reserves the right to examine product in question and its installation prior to replacement This warranty does not apply to defect or damage caused by 1 Failure to follow the recommended procedures for installation care and maintenance 2 Tarnish and discoloration 3 Dents or scratches This warranty applies only to sinks 1 Used only in residential applications 2 Which fail due to manufacturing defect 3 Which have not been moved from original installation location Other Warranty Conditions Our warranty does not cover product failure or damage caused by abusive treatment misuse envi ronmental factors improper care and cleaning damage due to handling or faulty installations or claims of defect related to tarnish and discoloration This warranty is extended only to the original consumer purchaser of the product This warranty2. does not cover shipping costs labor costs or any other charges for such items as installation or replacement of the sink diagnosis or replacement of any faucet or component part or any other expense or loss All incidental or consequential damages are specifically excluded No additional warranties express or implied are given Any implied warranty including one of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited to the duration of this written warranty Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limi tations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state TO OBTAIN SERVICE UNDER WARRANTY 1 Write to Elkay Attention Consumer Services 2222 Camden Court Oak Brook IL 60523 2 Include a letter containing the following information a Date of purchase and installation b Description of nature of defect c Model number or description of model and or component part if possible Elkay 2006 Elkay Rev B 3 06 PART NO 74180195 2222 Camden Court Printed in U S A Oak Brook IL 60523 elkayusa com
3. not interfere with the cabinet countertop manufacturer s instructions as shown above Holes should allow even spacing of mounting brackets around the sink Type of fasteners to be as recommended by countertop supplier Fasten mounting brackets to countertop loosely Using a good quality silicone caulk apply a bead evenly all around the top of the sink flanges 2 Trace a line around the template Cut along the inside Ae ae oe f l Position and align sink over the countertop opening of this line to provide opening This size opening will ve Press silicone onto countertop provide approximately a 1 2 Reveal Please see item 2 under Attention Installer Tighten fasteners until mounting brackets are snug 3 Locate and drill the mounting holes following the against sink 8 Check alignment of sink to countertop opening 9 Tighten down fasteners evenly Be careful not to over tighten Remove excess silicone II Self Rim Sinks STEP ONE Place sink upside down on countertop surface Place sink in exact position for installation and pencil completely around sink to create a sink outline STEP TWO Scribe actual opening 5 16 inside the sink outline all the way around STEP THREE Cut out on inside of this line Cut hole straight down through top you ll do a better job If sink comes with a faucet deck install faucet to sink and tighten STEP FOUR Apply a sealer around entire perim
4. Undermount and Drop in Installation Instructions I Undermount Stainless Steel Sinks with 1 2 Reveal Countertop Installation COUNTERTOP Y x gt COUNTERTOP RECESSED 7 APPROX 1 2 SILICONE CAULK NOT FURNISHED l T T MOUNTING z BRACKET FASTENER SINK NOT FURNISHED lt 1 1 8 ATTENTION INSTALLER ELKAY RECOMMENDS THAT UNDERMOUNT SINKS SHOULD BE INSTALLED BY A PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCED INSTALLER WARNING THE ENCLOSED CUTOUT TEMPLATE WILL CREATE A COUNTERTOP OPENING THAT WILL EXPOSE APPROXIMATELY 1 2 OF SINK RIM LEDGE IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT YOU DISCUSS THIS WITH YOUR CUSTOMER AND AGREE THAT THIS FINISHED APPEARANCE IS THE DESIRED EFFECT ELKAY IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR IMPROPER SINK OR COUNTERTOP INSTALLATIONS DUE TO THE AESTHETIC QUALITIES OF THE CONVERGING BOWL RADII THE TEMPLATE FURNISHED WITH EACH SINK PROVIDES THE ONLY OPENING RECOMMENDED FOR INSTALLATION OF ELKAY UNDERMOUNT SINKS SEE ILLUSTRATION ABOVE ELKAY UNDERMOUNT SINKS SHOULD ONLY BE FASTENED TO A SOLID SURFACE COUNTERTOP I E GRANITE CORIAN SILESTONE ELKAY IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR SINK OR COUNTERTOP IF DAMAGED DURING INSTALLATION METAL EDGES MAY BE SHARP USE CAUTION WHEN HANDLING FOLLOW ALL LOCAL PLUMBING AND BUILDING CODES INSPECT SINK FOR DAMAGE PRIOR TO BEGINNING INSTALLATION INSTALLING SINK 1 Position template on countertop Locate the template front to rear so that sink will
5. d area with a clean sponge e Do Towel dry after each use to prevent mineral deposits from building up on the surface of the sink e Do Use an Elkay bottom grid to protect the fin ish Bottom grids can remain in the sink and will not cause rusting or pitting Do Not Allow soap or other household cleansers to dry on the surface of the sink Most brands contain chemical additives which will affect the original finish e Do Not Use solutions of chlorine bleach and water in the sink Chlorides which are found in most soaps detergents bleaches and cleansers are very aggres sive to stainless steel If left on the sink too long they can cause surface pitting Do Not Use a steel wool pad to clean your sink Steel wool pads have a tendency to break apart and small particles of steel can become embedded in the surface of the sink The steel particles will rust and will give the appearance that the sink itself is rusting Do Not Use rubber mats or dishpans in the sink Leaving rubber mats or dishpans in the sink can lead to surface rust or possible pitting However if you insist on using mats or dishpans please remove them after each use e Do Not Leave wet sponges cloths or cleaning pads on the sink This can lead to surface rust Following these recommendations for the care and cleaning of your stainless steel sink will insure that it will provide you with many years of service Chlorides Today chlorid
6. es are found in most all soap detergents bleaches and cleansers chlorides can be appressive to stainless steel However chlorides are very water solu able Therefore THOROUGH RINSING of your sink after each use to remove any chloride residue and a weekly cleaning is all that is required to keep your sink looking bright and shiny Scratches Like many metallic surfaces your stainless steel sink will scratch These are merely usage scratches and over time will blend into the overall finish of your sink Scratches in the sink bottom can be blended in using a green Scotch Brite wipe pad being sure to rub in the swirl direction of the finish lines Knives Your sink is designed to serve as many things but not as a cutting board or chopping block This type of use will lead to deep scratches in the sink finish and will dull your knives Elkay does offer various cutting boards which will provide an additional work area Water Quality The quality of your water can affect your sink s appear ance If your water has a high iron content a brown sur face stain can form on the sink giving the appearance of rust Additionally in areas with a high concentration of minerals or with over softened water a white film may develop on the sink To combat these problems we suggest that the sink be towel dried after use Foods Heavy salt concentration or foods containing high levels of salt should not be allowed to dry on the sink surface
7. eter of opening Set bowl into opening STEP FIVE From underside of sink place one clamp near center tighten by hand enough to hold sink in place This applies to all four sides Fasten balance of clamps in position and hand tighten Usually 3 clamps on end balance divided equally front and back Space clamps as equally as possible STEP SIX From the top side check seal between rim and countertop Adjust clamps to high spot if necessary STEP SEVEN Tighten clamp evenly with screwdriver or socket wrench in rotation until sink is perfectly seated with countertop Caution Do not overtighten clamps as it is not necessary for a perfect seal POSITION SINK ON DRAW LINE AROUND SINK COUNTER UPSIDE DOWN DRAW LINE 5 16 INSIDE SINK OUTLINE ae CUT ON INSIDE LINE SINK OUTLINE 1 1 2 RADIUS Al SEALER ra PPLY SEALI AROUND CUTOUT CLAMP DEVICE FOR RECTANGLE AND SQUARE STAINLESS STEEL SINKS Suggestions for the Care and Cleaning of your Stainless Steel Sink Soft Satin Finish Elkay s soft satin finish is a non directional swirl finish Regular cleaning is important to maintain the appear ance of your Elkay sink Recommendations for Proper Maintenance e Do Use only a mild liquid dishwashing detergent with a soft sponge to clean and then thoroughly rinse the sink e Do Rinse thoroughly after each use Thorough rinsing can be done by running water for a few minutes and rubbing the cleane
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