Kohler K-12105-H, K-12106-H Before Installing Unit, Stud Pocket Preparation, Plumbing Preparation

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F. STUD POCKET PREPARATION

Construct a minimum 2x4 recess designed for your particular installation. Make sure you allow for access to the pump in the event the unit requires service. When constructing the framing, allow for the thickness of sub and finish wall materials.

The unit should be installed as a recess installation. The variety of installations possible with this unit may require framing other than described in this manual.

1.Construct a recess with a header that is square vertically and horizontally in accordance with roughing-in dimensions for the unit. Do not nail header with 2x2 brace to stud frame until after the module is positioned in the recess. Install a 2x2 brace and toe plate around the recess opening.

2.If extra grab bars are specified: Provide 2x6 bridging or attachment at specified positions. Refer to the grab bar manufacturer's instructions.

NOTE: A 5º diameter opening in the floor should be provided to permit drain connection clearance.

G. PLUMBING PREPARATION

Position the plumbing according to the roughing-in dimensions. Cap the supplies, and check for leaks.

 

 

2x2

Nail Header

 

 

With 2x2

 

 

Braces

84-1/4º

 

Brace to

 

 

 

 

 

Framing After

 

 

 

Setting the

 

 

 

Module In the

6º Typ.

 

 

Recess

63º

 

 

 

20-1/2º

 

18º

 

 

 

 

 

13º

38-1/8º

 

 

 

 

 

65º

 

 

6.BEFORE INSTALLING UNIT

A.PARTIALLY INSTALL BATH DRAIN

Install the drain on the bath according to the drain manufacturer's instructions. When installing the drain overflow tube and hood, be sure to adequately seal along the edges of the hood to prevent leakage.

B. PROTECT WHIRLPOOL UNIT

Position a drop cloth or similar material in the bottom of the unit. Be careful not to scratch the surface of the product.

Kohler Co., Kohler, WI

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