Kohler K3422, K3427, K3429, K3428, K3423 manual Bottom of Bowl, Install the New Toilet

Models: K3422 K3423 K3428 K3429 K3427

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Bottom of Bowl

Wax Seal

Bolt Cap

Nut

Bottom of Bowl

Bolt Cap Base

Washer

Closet Flange

T-Bolt

T-Bolt

2. Install the New Toilet

Install or relocate the supply and outlet as necessary to conform to the roughing-in dimensions.

Install a supply shut-off valve.

Lay the toilet down onto a padded surface.

From the bottom of the toilet, firmly press a new wax seal around the toilet outlet.

Remove the temporary rag (if used) from the toilet flange hole.

Align and lower the toilet over the flange and T-bolts.

IMPORTANT! Do not lift or rock the bowl after placement. If you break the watertight seal, you must install a new wax seal.

Apply your full body weight around the toilet to set the seal.

Place the bolt cap bases over the T-bolts in the upposition as marked.

Place the washers and nuts on the bolt cap bases and T-bolts.

IMPORTANT! Do not overtighten the nut. Overtightening may cause breakage or chipping of vitreous china.

Carefully tighten the nuts.

IMPORTANT! Risk of product damage. Protect the vitreous china from the saw blade when cutting off excess T-bolt length.

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Kohler K3422, K3427, K3429, K3428, K3423 manual Bottom of Bowl, Install the New Toilet

FAQ

What are the necessary components for installing Kohler plumbing products?

The necessary components for installing Kohler plumbing products include wax seals, bolt caps, nuts, closet flanges, T-bolts, washers, and supply shut-off valves.

How should I install the new toilet?

To install the new toilet, you should first lay it down onto a padded surface, press a new wax seal around the toilet outlet, align and lower the toilet over the flange and T-bolts, and carefully tighten the nuts to secure the toilet in place.

What precautions should I take when installing Kohler plumbing products?

When installing Kohler plumbing products, it is important not to lift or rock the bowl after placement to avoid breaking the watertight seal, and to protect the vitreous china from the saw blade when cutting off excess T-bolt length.