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2. Install the Showerhead
CAUTION: Risk of product damage. To avoid clogging the
showerhead spray outlets, use thread sealant tape on the shower
arm threads. Do not use thread sealant compound (pipe dope).
NOTE: A standard showerhead is shown.
Installing the Standard Showerhead
Remove the temporary nipple from the shower elbow.
Apply a bead of plumbers putty or other sealant to the back of
the escutcheon according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Slide the escutcheon over the shower arm.
Apply thread sealant tape and install the shower arm to the
shower elbow.
Carefully tighten with a clean strap wrench.
Press the escutcheon against the finished wall and secure with the
setscrew.
Remove all excess putty.
Turn the main water supply on.
Run hot and cold water through the shower arm to flush out dirt
and debris.
Apply thread sealant tape to the shower arm and thread the
showerhead to the shower arm.
Apply plumbers putty.
Escutcheon
Setscrew
Standard
Shower Arm
Nonstandard
Shower Arm
Shower
Elbow
1/2"
Nipple
1/2"
Apply plumbers
putty.
Shower Arm
Showerhead
Kohler Co. 5 1025255-2-C