Kohler 114522-2-CE Plumbing Product User Manual


 
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114552Ć2ĆCE
Kohler Co., Kohler, WI
Adjustable
Wrench
Assorted
Screwdrivers
Strap
Wrench
Solder
Propane
Torch
Pipe
Wrench
Hacksaw or
Tubing Cutter
Plumbers
Putty
Thread
Sealant
RECOMMENDED TOOLS AND MATERIALS
5/32"
Hex Wrench
Optional:
Silicone lubricant
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
CAUTION: Risk of
product damage. The
valve assembly contains
plastic components.
Remove the stop nut and
stem assembly, valve cap
and pressure balancing
unit before applying
soldering heat to the valve
body.
S Observe all local plumbing
codes.
S The valve shuts off by water
pressure. Do not force the
handle in any direction. To
turn the valve off, gently turn
the handle to the Off"
position.
S Flush all piping thoroughly
before installing the RiteĆTemp
valve.
S Do not use plastic pipe between
the RiteĆTemp valve and spout.
Use 1/2" nominal copper tube or
1/2" iron pipe.
S Do not connect a deckĆmount
spout, diverter, or hand shower
to the spout outlet, unless the
valve's shower outlet is capped.
S Install pipe or tube in a straight
drop of 7" (17.8cm) to 18"
(45.7cm) with only one elbow
between the valve and the
wallĆmounted spout. Other types
of installations may cause
unsatisfactory shower
performance.
SPECIAL NOTE
NOTE: When using KĆ304 or
KĆ308 series valves, replace the
existing valve cap subassembly
with the valve cap subassembly in
the #77886 Mixer Cap SP Kit
(included). Installation
instructions are included in the
kit.
K-304
K-308