B. PUMP BANDING STRAP CUT
NOTICE: This step is necessary to make your Kohler whirlpool operate more quietly.
1. Use tin snips to cut the two banding straps. These |
banding straps secure the pump to the |
banding straps are cut, the pump base and pump |
will drop about 1/2º until they rest on the subfloor. If |
the pump drops more than 1/2º, be sure the proper |
pitch is maintained (with shims under the motor) to |
allow the pump to drain through the suction line |
Pump
Suction Line
Shipping Bracket (leave attached to bath)
Banding Straps
Pump Base
when the whirlpool is drained. |
2. If the subfloor is level, no adjustments to the pump |
are necessary. Proceed to Step 3. If the subfloor is |
not level, slide plywood shims between the pump |
base and the subfloor, but only high enough to allow |
water to drain out the suction line when the bath is |
drained. |
NOTE: Do not raise the pump higher than it was before you cut the banding straps. If the pump is raised too high, it may not prime properly.
3.To minimize bath noise and vibration, be sure the pump is not in direct contact with the shipping bracket after the banding straps are cut. The pump base contains rubber isolation feet to reduce pump noise and vibration.
Subfloor
Drainage
Suction Pipe
Shim if necessary, using 5º x 7º (minimum) plywood
Pump
Rubber
Isolation
Feet
C. INSTALL PLUMBING
CAUTION: Risk of damage to bath bottom and subfloor. Ensure a watertight seal on the bath drain connections.
1.When the bath is securely positioned, connect the drain to the trap.
NOTE: An access panel will simplify future mainte- nance.
2.Open hot and cold valves and check all supply connections for leaks.
3.Run water into the bath, and check the drain connections for leaks.
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