Kohler K-1191-RC User's Manual
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1. Plastic suction cover The plastic guard attached over the water intake port located in the bathing well The suction cover must always be installed during product use to ensure user safety Kohler Co 5 1012493 2 A 1 2 3 1 6 3 1 5 1 6 46 116 8cm 03 58 4cm PUMP CONTROL ACCESS 1 3 16 1 3 8 Sem 8 5em 4 T T 6 3 8 25 3 16 24 fe 16 2cm 64cm 61cm T T 42 op 7 16 1 1cm 132 2 Roughing In Information NOTICE Unless otherwise specified floor support under the bath must provide for a minimum of 80 lbs square foot 390 Kg sguare meter loading n Consult local and national codes for a minimum air gap requirements when installing a spout on the faucet deck Unit reguires two minimum 40 gal 151L water heaters Fixture conforms to ANSI Standard Z124 1 All dimensions are nominal o No change in measurements if connected with drain illustrated Cut Out See template supplied with unit An access panel is required The recommended dimensions for this access panel are 40 101 6cm W x 15 38 1cm H Refer to the roughing in diagram for suggested access panel location n Make sure the flooring is in good condition and offers adequate support for your ba2. There may be additional spouts that are not listed At the locations marked 9 1 2 24 1cm the Stillness Floor Mount Bath Filler Spout K 8358 and the Stillness Laminar Ceiling Wall Mount Faucet K 923 are appropriate choices At the locations marked 7 17 8cm and 6 1 2 16 5cm the previously listed models apply along with the Stillness Deck Mount High Flow Bath Faucet K 954 4 the Finial Deck Mount High Flow Bath Faucet K T314 the Alterna Deck Mount High Flow Bath Faucet and the Kallista Barbara Barry P22603 Position the plumbing Position the fill spout supply so the spout will reach beyond both the outer rim and the bathing well rim Water from the fill spout must be directed into the bathing well to fill the unit The fill spout must reach beyond the inner edge of the overflow channel Cap the supplies and check for leaks 5 Prepare the Unit Carefully lift the unit out of the carton o Install the drain according to the drain manufacturer s instructions Do not connect the trap at this time Position a clean drop cloth or similar material in the bottom of the bath Be careful not to scratch the surface of the product Kohler Co 7 1012493 2 A Drainage lt Banding Straps Suction Line Outer Rim Drainage A 2 MIN ers en E Suction Line Inner Rim
3. Bathing Well 6 Position the Unit A CAUTION Risk of product damage Do not lift or support the unit by the pump or piping With help carefully lift the unit into place Cut and discard the banding straps from the pump Insert the drain tailpiece into the trap 7 Install the Plumbing A CAUTION Risk of property damage Ensure a watertight seal on the drain connections IMPORTANT Choose a fill spout which will provide adequate air space above the bathing well rim of the unit You may need to build up the deck material to obtain adequate air space because the outer rim may be lower than the bathing well rim In addition if you plan to install a deck mounted hand held shower the diverter vacuum breaker must maintain a minimum 1 2 5cm air gap above the outer rim NOTE An access panel must be installed for future maintenance If you have not yet done so connect the drain to the trap according to the drain manufacturer s instructions Install the faucet valving according to the faucet manufacturer s instructions Do not install the faucet trim until instructed Make sure all supply connections are tightened securely Open the hot and cold water supplies and check the supply connections for leakage Run water into the bathing well and check the drain connections for leakage 1012493 2 A 8 Kohler Co System Control Chromatherapy L
4. EI L np CHARS RR 4 Before You Begin seserys prd suma dene datada ge A Sd Si Sa A AG A A a ph be 4 List of New Terms 54x ssa nara SE ESA daj SD R EEA a a Re VS eek a 5 Roughing In Information lt lt lt eee ee 7 Construct the Stud Framing lt eee een 7 Install the Rough Plumbing ee 7 Prepare the Unit sau sa mate a eee ceed o jE evade do jE ei 7 Position the Unit xs did cd sanada TIC Ads aa dad ada DEST DE GE SR a 8 Install the Plumbing sadias ese E ade edd de 2 0 pad pe alba PSU aw Rn R RS RA dg A 8 Make the Electrical Connections siri iena ranana na a eee 9 Test Run the Bath eere sape ee aaa aaa aa 9 Check the Connections and Fill the Unit lt lt eee ee 9 Test the Control Switch ee eee 9 Complete the Finished Wall or Deck eee 11 Install the Faucet IM au ceca dae eai sa eras a RAR c eke ee eed deka B 11 Clean Up After Installation lt eee 11 Using Your Bath over ae pare dn a fae deb CS eee Pea ae dee Pee Ed ee ee o aes 12 Fill the Bathh mia grear aaa iE yaad alates Gale ae ee hate De eal ates E a eda de 12 Operating Sequence cs s4u sada 44 dea Gein ad nn been he ead edt E 12 Chromatherapy Light Operation saaa aaae 13 Kohler Co 3 1012493 2 A Thank You For Choosing Kohler Company 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 t hesitat
5. Installation Guide Purist M Effervescent Bath K 1191 L K 1191 R K 1191 LC K 1191 RC M product numbers are for Mexico i e K 12345M Los n meros de productos seguidos de M corresponden a M xico ej K 12345M Francais page Fran ais 1 IHEBOLD LOOK Espa ol pagina Espafiol 1 OF KOHLER 1012493 2 A Important Information WARNING When using electrical products basic precautions should always be followed including the following AN DANGER Risk of electric shock Connect only to a circuit protected by a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter GFCI N WARNING Risk of electric shock A licensed electrician should make all electrical connections IN WARNING Risk of electrical shock Disconnect power before servicing A WARNING Risk of injury or property damage Please read all instructions thoroughly before beginning installation including the following requirements NOTICE Follow all local plumbing and electrical codes Install to permit access for servicing A green lead wire is provided within the wiring compartment To reduce the risk of electrical shock connect this wire to the grounding terminal of your electric service or supply panel with copper wire equivalent in size to the circuit conductor supplying this equipment A pressure wire connector is provided on the exterior of the pump or control within this unit to permit connection of a bonding conductor between this unit and all o
6. On Off control switch again to turn off the unit The switch will also turn off NOTE For additional information on operation of your overflowing bath see Using Your Bath section 1012493 2 A 10 Kohler Co Finished Deck Material Silicone Sealant Framing Water Resistant Wall Material 10 Complete the Finished Wall or Deck NOTICE Provide unrestricted service access to the pump in line heater and control box You must construct an access panel to provide sufficient clearance for servicing the pump in line heater and control box Protect the product surface Cover the framing with water resistant wall material Keep the entire overflow channel area exposed to allow access to the drain overflow and to permit easy cleaning of the overflow channel surfaces Seal the joints between the rim edge and the water resistant wall or deck material with silicone sealant Tape and mud the water resistant wall material Install the finished wall to the water resistant wall material Seal the joints between the product rim and the finished wall material with silicone sealant 11 Install the Faucet Trim Install the faucet trim according to the instructions packed with the trim 12 Clean Up After Installation When cleaning up after installation do not use abrasive cleansers as they may scratch and dull the bath surface Use warm wat
7. e lower than the bathing well rim depending on the specific area of the bath Follow local plumbing codes The unit must be filled with water through the bathing well not the overflow channel If you plan to install a deck mounted hand held shower the diverter vacuum breaker must maintain a minimum 1 2 5cm air gap above the outer rim When using the K 922 or K 923 Laminar Bath Spout with drip tray K 924 the distance from the finished wall to the outside wall of overflow channel should not exceed 2 5 1cm 1012493 2 A 4 Kohler Co Bathing Well Rim Bathing Well Effervescence Port System Controll On Off Overflow Drain Overflow Chromatherapy Channel Lights Chromatherapy Light Control Pump Motor 1 List of New Terms o Bathing well The deep portion on the bath used by the bather Bathing well rim The high rim between the bathing well and the overflow channel Water will cascade over the bathing well rim and into the overflow channel when entering the bath Cavitation When air is drawn into the pump instead of water to a point where it impairs or stops the pump s ability to circulate water Chromatherapy lights Lights provided in the basin of the bath to enhance your bathing experience Outer rim The rim along the outside of the bath Overflow channel The overflow water collection channel at the drain end
8. e to contact us Our phone numbers and website are listed on the back cover Thanks again for choosing Kohler Company Recommended Tools and Materials E 4 Adjustable Strap Pipe Wrench Wrench Hacksaw or Wrench Tube Cutter i Z S if Plumbers Thread Propane Assorted Screwdrivers Putty Sealant Torch 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 All information in this manual is based upon the latest product information available at the time of publication At Kohler we constantly strive to improve the quality of our products we therefore reserve the right to make changes in product characteristics packaging or availability at any time without notice Before You Begin This product is designed for drop in island installation Undermount and alcove installations are also possible You must install the bath onto an adequately supported level subfloor Provide properly dimensioned framing Choose a fill spout which will provide adequate reach and a minimum 2 5 1cm air gap above the bathing well rim of the unit You may need to build up the deck material to obtain adequate air space because the outer rim may b
9. er and a liquid detergent to clean the surface o Remove stubborn stains paint or tar with turpentine or paint thinner Do not allow cleaners containing petroleum distillates to remain in contact with any bath surfaces for long periods of time Remove plaster by carefully scraping with a wood edge Do not use metal scrapers wire brushes or other metal een Use a powder type detergent on a damp cloth to provide mild abrasive action to any residual plaster Kohler Co 11 1012493 2 A Chromatherapy 13 Using Your Bath Fill the Bath NOTE Please read these steps carefully before you operate your bath NOTE The water temperature in the bath should not exceed 104 F 40 C or the heater will not operate IMPORTANT Like any other bath prevent flooding the area around the unit by entering the filled bathing well slowly This will allow the system to properly drain excess water O Fill the unit 4 10 2cm to 6 15 2cm from the bathing well rim Operating Sequence Press the On Off control switch to start the pump motor and begin operation o A green light in the On Off control switch will turn on to indicate the start of the operating mode The light will remain green while the unit is running Verify that the indicator light for the heater is on when the unit is in operation This indicator light is located on the underside of the heater box and is near the subfloor at the pump end o
10. f the unit If the light is not on when the unit is running press the reset button located to the right of the indicator light on the heater box Press the On Off control switch again to turn off the bath The On Off control switch will turn off to indicate the end of the operating mode NOTE A built in timer automatically stops the bath after approximately 20 minutes of operation 1012493 2 A 12 Kohler Co 14 Chromatherapy Light Operation The submerged chromatherapy lights automatically turn on in the stationary setting when you start the bath Press the Lights control switch located on the opposite side of the pump control once and the submerged chromatherapy lights will slowly cycle through the color spectrum sweep mode n The light control switch pulses blue for five seconds at the start of the sweep mode Press the Lights control switch again to lock the chromatherapy lights in a particular color The light control switch is a constant blue in this mode Press the Lights control switch a third time to turn off the submerged chromatherapy lights o When restarting the pump the submerged chromatherapy lights will turn back on The chromatherapy lights may be turned on when the pump is off Turning on the pump when the lights are operating will not affect the lights Kohler Co 13 1012493 2 A 1012493 2 A Ko
11. he pump in line heater and control box The access panel must be located immediately next to the pump and in line heater Study the roughing in information 1012493 2 A 2 Kohler Co Important Product Information cont Electrical Requirements The installation must have a Class A Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter GFCI The GFCI protects against line to ground shock hazard Use a 240V 15A 60 Hz dedicated service An equipment grounding terminal is provided in the field wiring compartment To reduce the risk of electrical shock this terminal must be connected to the grounding means provided in the electrical supply panel with a conductor equivalent in size to the circuit conductors supplying this equipment Install this unit in accordance with the Canadian Electric code Part I Table of Contents Important Information sas via o Duas ed ven pat lo pok ra ba o Yea ehe 2 Important Product Information lt lt lt lt eee 2 Product Notices 555 raid dyk d dod notn ee a v s pa era ded eae Re 2 Product Inspection 2 suada eba eke dok 0 eRe Ee eA dob a dok k A ana bed dod eg 2 Factory Assembled Features zdr aa eia WAGE ee ee RA vk RD wa R oc n nc a 2 Connections and Service ACCESS lt 244 aaa 2 Electrical Requirements lt lt 44 nenn 3 Thank You For Choosing Kohler Company lt eee 4 Recommended Tools and Materials lt lt lt lt lt 44 ee 4 Introduction asapiamassiscatcupae Ah VEREDAS LET D
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13. ight Control On Off Junction Box 3 Black Line 1 Black Ground Green Electrician to provide suitable strain relief Line 2 Black Black Bonding Lugs Follow Local Codes 8 Make the Electrical Connections NOTE The product model number is printed on a label on the pump side of the unit This label also identifies the electrical rating of the product A WARNING Risk of electrical shock Make sure the Toa has been disconnected before performing the following procedures Refer to IMPORTANT INFORMATION section A CAUTION Risk of electrical shock All services must have a Class A Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter GFCI which will provide additional protection against line to ground shock hazard A dedicated service is required for the overflowing bath The overflowing bath control and system have been prewired at the factory using 220V hardwire A licensed electrician should make a routine service connection to the junction box located on the control box Connect service to the junction box The junction box contains black and green wires The grounding conductor must not be connected to any current carrying conductor Follow local electrical codes 9 Test Run the Bath Check the Connections and Fill the Unit NOTE The system will purge air at start up This is normal Check all electrical connections and make
14. sure the electrical power to the unit is turned on Make sure union connections to the pump and in line heater are securely handtightened o Make sure the bathing well and overflow channel are clean and free of debris Fill the bath as you would a normal bath 4 10 2cm 6 15 2cm from the top to allow for water displacement when you enter the bathing well Water entering the overflow channel will flow into the drain Test the Control Switch Press the On Off control switch to start the pump motor and begin the hydro therapy cycle A green light in the On Off control switch will tum on to indicate the start of the operating mode As the pump motor turns on and water begins to circulate the light remain green while the unit is running With the unit running check all harness piping connections for leaks Visually observe the effervescence rising to the surface of the water Kohler Co 9 1012493 2 A Test Run the Bath cont Verify that the chromatherapy lights are operating Upon start up the lights should be changing through the color sequence Press the light control switch located directly across the bath from the power switch The lights should stop sequencing and stay one color Press the light control switch again and lights will deactivate Check the harness connections for leakage one more time Press the
15. th 1012493 2 A 6 Kohler Co _ INI 3 Construct the Stud Framing NOTICE Provide unrestricted service access to the pump in line heater and control box You must construct an access panel to provide sufficient clearance for servicing the pump in line heater and control box Construct stud framing designed for your particular installation Frame the floor or construct a frame for a raised installation in accordance with the roughing in information When constructing the framing allow for the thickness of sub and finished deck materials Framing should be of 2x4 construction Do not support the unit by the rim When planning the stud framing take into account the required 2 5 1cm air gap between the end of the fill spout and the top of the bathing well rim Take into account the thickness of your planned finished deck material and construct the framing and deck material with this minimum air gap in mind 4 Install the Rough Plumbing IMPORTANT Choose a fill spout which will provide a minimum 2 5 1cm air gap above the basin rim of the unit In addition if you plan to install a deck mounted hand held shower the diverter vacuum breaker must maintain a minimum 1 2 5cm air gap above the outer rim of the unit NOTE The listed Kohler spouts are designed to work with this bath at the listed location
16. ther exposed metal in the vicinity as needed to comply with local requirements Grounding is required The unit should be installed by a qualified service representative and grounded Building materials and wiring should be routed away from the pump body and other heat producing components of the unit Important Product Information Product Notices WARNING Unauthorized modification may cause unsafe operation and poor performance of the effervescent bath Do not relocate the pump or make other modifications to the overflowing bath system as this could adversely affect the performance and safe operation Kohler Co shall not be liable under its warranty or otherwise for personal injury or damage caused by any such unauthorized modification Product Inspection Carefully unpack the product and inspect the unit for damage Return the unit to the carton during construction to prevent damage NOTICE Make sure the union connections to the pump and in line heater are securely tightened Do not overtighten Factory Assembled Features Factory installed components include pump in line heater submerged chromatherapy lights control and switch The pump and piping are factory assembled Connections and Service Access NOTICE Provide unrestricted service access to the pump Provide unrestricted service access to the ump in line heater and control box You must construct an access panel to provide sufficient clearance or servicing t
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