Blanco 440174 Installation Guide
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1. for professional installers only Install the sink Clean the bottom of the countertop and the top flange or lip of the sink with denatured alcohol Then apply a bead of silicone adhesive sealant to the top edge of the bowl flange and position the bowl in the countertop STEP 5 Recommended for professional installers only Tighten the clips Tap in the brass inserts anchors for clips into the pre drilled holes with the slotted ends first Thread a wingnut onto a screw up near the head With washer and slotted clip in place tighten the screw to anchor the brass clip into the countertop material Repeat for each clip Hand tighten the wingnuts to secure the sink bowl NOTE do not fully tighten one clip at a time Partially tighten a clip then partially tighten the clip across from it After each clip is partially tightened repeat the process fully tightening each clip This ensures a secure installation and avoids damage to the sink NOTE FOR MARBLE OR GRANITE Use lead anchors which are glued in rather than brass undermount clips Remove excess sealant from the inside lip of the bowl using appropriate cleaner on a clean rag LEGAL DISCLAIMER All technical data and information provided in this publication is done as a public service to customers of Blanco America Inc Blanco and consumers of our products All names designs and model numbers of products are trademarks of Blanco Prices and specifications of2. BLANCO INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS UNDERMOUNT SINKS Stainless Steel and Silgranit These instructions are for installing Blanco Undermount stainless steel and Silgranit sinks Undermount sinks are sinks that are mounted from below the countertop If you are installing another type of sink such as a Drop In sink which is installed on top of the counter please refer to instructions specifically for those sinks Blanco Undermount sinks can be installed with three different reveals Positive Zero or Negative each creating a distinctive look where the countertop and sink meet See diagram Deciding on your preferred look must be done prior to installation Positive Reveal The countertop edge sits approximately 1 8 back from the edge of the sink exposing the sink rim All BLANCO undermount sinks feature a 1 finished rim All BLANCO undermount sinks feature an approximate 1 8 positive reveal Zero Reveal The countertop meets the edge of the sink fitting flush with the sink bowls Negative Reveal The countertop extends over the edge of the sink on all sides by approximately 1 8 Use caution with this installation to be sure that accessories such as colanders or cutting boards will fit properly Templates are supplied only as a guide The physical use of the sink will ensure a more accurate cutout The instructions that follow are for installing a Blanco undermount stainless steel or Silgranit in a solid s
3. Blanco s products are subject to change without notice or obligation Blanco may also change or discontinue models of its products without notice or obligation While Blanco endeavors to provide you with accurate information and descriptions of its products accuracy and completeness cannot be guaranteed Blanco is not responsible for nor does it have any liability for any mistakes or typographical errors including liability for incidental consequential or special damages All products should be inspected and measured promptly upon delivery and certainly before any improvements or alterations are done in anticipation of or preparation for installation Blanco assumes no liability for the use of such information or for any damages incurred through its use or application Nothing contained in this publication is to be construed as contractual or providing any form of warranty or representation on the part of Blanco BLANCO MAKES NO WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AS TO THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN OR THE PRODUCTS DESCRIBED HEREIN BLANCO THE CORNERSTONE OF EVERY GREAT KITCHEN Stainless Steel Sinks Silgranit Sinks Kitchen Faucets Bar Sinks amp Faucets Custom Sink Accessories BLANCO AMERICA INC www blancoamerica com 2004 Blanco America Inc All Rights Reserved 3 2004 000000
4. e a template Using a framing square draw a line from front to back on the bottom of the countertop indicating the location of the center of the sink Draw a line parallel to the front edge of the countertop indicating how far back the sink should be located Typically the setback is 2 to 2 1 2 from the front of the counter depending on the countertop overhang the type of sink bowl and the size of the sink deck To create a template turn the sink upside down on the piece of plywood and draw around it Or place template transfer paper or cardboard template on plywood NOTE paper and cardboard templates are supplied only as a guide Using the actual sink ensures a more accurate cutout Mark the centerpoint of the sink on the template BLANCO INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS UNDERMOUNT SINKS STEP 1 cont If you are using a 5 8 template guide on your router draw another line 1 16 outside the sink outline this allows for the 5 8 template guide If you are using other cutting methods adjust accordingly CAUTION Be sure to cut on the inside of the template line to obtain your desired reveal Adjust the template size to allow for the type of reveal overhang or positive reveal Cut the plywood template paying particular attention to the corner radius STEP 2 Recommended for professional installers only Make the sink cutout Find the center of the sink template and align it with the center mark drawn on the coun
5. tertop Place the template with the front edge along the front edge line drawn on the countertop Secure the plywood template to the countertop using 6 bar clamps Place the router over the plywood template and cut around it making sure the router follows the edge of the template This creates the sink cutout Finish the inside of the sink cutout according to the recommendations of the countertop material supplier STEP 3 Recommended for professional installers only Attach the undermount clips Position bowl so that reveal is equidistant Then on underside of countertop drill holes for brass inserts for undermount clips Use a drill bit with stop block to avoid drilling through the top For 1 2 countertop material drill 3 8 deep holes Use three clips on the long sides of the sink and two clips on the short sides of the sink or follow the locations on the template that comes with the sink Drill the holes 1 back from the cutout edge NOTE the undermount clip is 34 wide and 2 34 in length The clip may be too long for some installations If this is the case make a brace out of wood or solid surfacing butt it up against the sink and on site screw it into the cabinet wall Measure the thickness of the brace and the cabinet wall so the screw does not go through to the other side of the cabinet Instructions continued on back panel INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS UNDERMOUNT SINKS STEP 4 Recommended
6. urface countertop only Minimum thickness of the actual countertop material is one half inch In addition a one inch build up around the sink is preferred Blanco recommends that undermount sinks and routering of your solid surface material should be installed by a professional installer for best results Requirements vary for installation in a granite marble stone or butcher block countertop Please contact your fabricator for specific details Before installing inspect the sink for damage Do not install a damaged unit Remember it is your responsibility to follow all local plumbing and building codes The warranty will be voided if these installation instructions are not followed BLANCO INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS UNDERMOUNT SINKS TOOLS AND MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED Eye protection safety glasses goggles H Ball peen hammer 6 oz strongly recommended File 7 Ear protection strongly recommended iE Slotted screwdriver ic Drill and drill bit Undermount clips supplied by Blanco NOTE these come with the sink and are in a separate Stop block for drilling holes plastic bag Please make sure they are not thrown of a consistent depth away with the carton 5 8 template guide with straight fluted router bit 3 8 thick encanta sheet for cutting a template Two 6 inch bar Two 6 inch bar clamps o Pencil not permanent marker STEP 1 Recommended for professional installers only Denatured alcohol Creat
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