Kohler K-1168 Manuel utilisateur

Installation Guide

Bath with Airjets

K-1110, K-1158, K-1167,

K-1168, K-1173, K-1174,

K-1375, K-1418, K-1457,

K-1822, K-1969, K-11343

Mproduct numbers are for Mexico (i.e. K-12345M)

Los números de productos seguidos de Mcorresponden a México

(Ej. K-12345M)

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: When using electrical products, basic precautions should always be followed,

including the following:

DANGER: Risk of electric shock. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, connect only to circuits

protected by a Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter (GFCI) or Residual Current Device (RCD).

WARNING: Risk of electric shock. A qualiﬁed electrician should make all electrical connections.

WARNING: Risk of electric shock. Disconnect power before servicing.

NOTICE: Follow all local plumbing and electrical codes.

Grounding is required. The unit should be installed by a qualiﬁed service representative, and grounded.

Building materials and wiring should be routed away from the blower body and other heat-producing

components of the unit.

Install to permit access for servicing.

A pressure wire connector marked “Earth/Ground” is provided within the wiring compartment. To reduce

the risk of electric shock, connect this connector to the grounding terminal of your electric service or supply

panel with copper wire equivalent in size to the circuit conductor supplying this equipment.

Pressure wire connectors are provided on the exterior of the junction box or control within this unit to permit

connection of a bonding conductor between this unit and all other exposed metal in the vicinity, as needed to

comply with local requirements.

Install this unit in accordance with the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1.

Product Information

Electrical Requirements

NOTE: If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or

similarly qualiﬁed persons in order to avoid a hazard.

The installation must have a Class A Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter (GFCI) or Residual Current Device

(RCD). The GFCI or RCD protects against line-to-ground shock hazard. Use a 220-240 V, 15 A, 50/60 Hz

dedicated service for the bath with airjets.

Product Notices

WARNING: Risk of personal or property damage. Unauthorized modiﬁcation may cause unsafe

operation or effect performance of the bath with airjets. Do not relocate the blower motor, or

make other modiﬁcations to the bath system in the absence of kit or other published instructions, as

this could adversely affect the performance and safe operation of the product. Kohler Co. shall not

be liable under its warranty or otherwise for personal injury or damage caused by any such

unauthorized modiﬁcation. Refer to the ″Before You Begin″section for blower motor relocation

requirements, recommendations, and section coverage information.

NOTICE: Keep the area around the blower motor clean and free of debris. Ensure that the area around

the blower motor is free of sawdust, insulation, dirt, or other small loose debris. Such material could plug

the blower motor air ducts and reduce the air ﬂow through the blower.

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Product Information (cont.)

Factory Assembled Features

Factory assembled components include a blower motor, air harness, control, check valve, butterﬂy valves,

chromatherapy lights (if provided), electrical harnesses, and an illuminated user keypad. Other than power

wiring and plumbing, no assembly is required.

Connections and Service Access

NOTICE: Provide unrestricted service access to the blower motor. You must provide access for servicing

the blower motor and controls. The access must be located immediately next to the blower motor. Study

the roughing-in information packed with the bath with airjets.

Before installation, ensure that there is proper access to the blower motor and ﬁnal connections. If the blower

motor is installed in an enclosed area, an access panel is required at the blower motor. This panel should be

at least 34″(86.4 cm) wide and 15″(38.1 cm) high.

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Table of Contents

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................ 2

Product Information ............................................................... 2

Electrical Requirements .......................................................... 2

Product Notices ................................................................ 2

Factory Assembled Features ...................................................... 3

Connections and Service Access ................................................... 3

Tools and Materials ............................................................... 4

Before You Begin ................................................................. 4

Construct the Site - Wood Frame ..................................................... 6

Construct the Site - Concrete ........................................................ 7

Secure the Bath .................................................................. 8

Install the Plumbing ............................................................... 9

Connect the Electrical Service - Standard .............................................. 10

Remove the Blower Motor and Check Valve - Remote ..................................... 11

Mount the Blower Motor and Check Valve - Remote ...................................... 12

Terminate the Blower Power Cable - Remote ........................................... 13

Install Blower Power Cord at Control - Remote .......................................... 15

Make Supply Power Connections - Remote ............................................ 16

Complete the Installation .......................................................... 17

Test Run the Bath ............................................................... 17

Operate the Keypad .............................................................. 20

Troubleshooting ................................................................. 21

Tools and Materials

Before You Begin

CAUTION: Risk of product damage. Do not lift the bath by the piping or blower motor, or use the

piping or blower motor for structural support of the bath.

NOTE: This bath allows the blower motor and check valve to remain on the bath support board (standard

installation) that it is shipped on or to be relocated to another location (remote installation). Refer to the

sections, noted as ″Standard’ or ″Remote,″throughout this installation guide for your applicable

installation.

For Standard and Remote Blower Installations

Silicone Sealant Plus:

• Conventional woodworking tools and materials or

conventional masonry tools and materials,

as appropriate

• Drop cloth

• Construction Adhesive (optional)

• Cement or Mortar (optional)

• 2x4s or 2x6s (optional)

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Before You Begin (cont.)

Please read the installation, operating, and safety instructions carefully to familiarize yourself with

the required tools, material, and installation sequences. Follow the sections that pertain to your

particular installation. This will help you avoid costly mistakes.

The variety of installations possible with this bath may require framing procedures other than those

described in this manual.

Conﬁrm adequate mounting and connection space for the faucet speciﬁed for your installation.

For Remote Installations

When mounting the blower motor and check valve in a remote location, choose a space as close to

the bath as possible to maximize bath performance. Pay attention to the following requirements and

recommendations:

•The blower motor must be mounted horizontally at least 1-1/2″(3.8 cm) above the ﬂoor. Do not

mount the blower motor with the blower motor discharge pointing up.

•Use 1-1/2″PVC or equivalent rigid piping.

•The piping installation must meet the requirements of local plumbing or building codes. Ensure that

the installation does not reduce the ﬁre rating of any walls. Piping must be supported at intervals

along the length in accordance with local codes.

•Ensure that the blower motor location is clean and free of dust or debris.

•If appropriate, install an additional access panel for blower motor maintenance.

•The 18 AWG minimum power cable to the blower motor must meet the requirements of the

applicable electrical or building codes. Ensure that the installation does not reduce the ﬁre rating of

any walls.

•The power cord must be supported at intervals along its length in accordance with local codes.

Power cords must not rest on surfaces or ﬂoors that are subject to ﬂooding.

•All material needed for the relocation must be supplied by the installer.

Additional tools and materials:

•Electrician pliers.

•Assorted screwdrivers.

•Adjustable wrench.

•Drill and bits to install the blower mounting fasteners.

•18 AWG non-metallic sheathed cable, two conductors with ground, with support clips, as required.

•One 4″(10.2 cm) x 2″(5.1 cm) electrical junction box with cover, gasket, and mounting screws.

•Three strain reliefs. One must ﬁt the blower motor cover with standard NPT (National Pipe Thread)

threads. The other two must ﬁt the holes in the new junction box.

•Six wire connectors (wire nuts or equivalent).

•1-1/2″PVC or other rigid pipe with: ﬁttings, unions, PVC cement (or equivalent fastening method),

and support clips, as required.

•Four fasteners (such as ﬂathead wood screws or concrete anchors) to mount the blower motor.

•Solid copper 8 gauge bonding wire, 36″(91.4 cm).

Kohler Co. reserves the right to make revisions in the design of products without notice, as speciﬁed

in the Price Book.

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1. Construct the Site - Wood Frame

CAUTION: Risk of property damage. Do not support the bath by the rim. The bath must be

supported by the leveling blocks only.

NOTICE: Adequate ﬂoor support must be provided. Consult the roughing-in sheet packed with your bath

for speciﬁc ﬂoor loading requirements.

NOTICE: Provide adequate ventilation and a minimum of 15 cubic feet (.4 cubic meters) in the installed

location for cooling the motor and to supply sufficient air for the blower. Do not install the blower motor

closer than 1″(2.5 cm) from the wall or other objects.

NOTE: This bath may be installed in a drop-in or an island installation. An island installation requires a

four side surround.

Make sure the ﬂooring offers adequate support for your bath, and verify that the subﬂoor is ﬂat and

level.

For a drop-in installation: Carefully lay out and cut the rough deck material. Use the cut-out

template if one is provided, or refer to the roughing-in cutout information.

For an island installation: Construct a 2x4 frame in accordance with the roughing-in information

packed with the bath.

Provide access panels as required to service the blower motor and control.

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

leaks.

Access

Panel

Frame the floor

according to the

roughing-in information.

Construct 2x4 or 2x6 stud

framing according to the

roughing-in information.

Position the

rough plumbing.

Verify that the subfloor

offers adequate support,

and is flat and level.

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2. Construct the Site - Concrete

NOTICE: Adequate ﬂoor support must be provided. Consult the roughing-in sheet packed with your bath

for speciﬁc ﬂoor loading requirements.

NOTICE: Provide adequate ventilation and a minimum of 15 cubic feet (.4 cubic meters) in the installed

location for cooling the motor and to supply sufficient air for the blower. Do not install the blower motor

closer than 1″(2.5 cm) from the wall or other objects.

NOTE: This bath may be installed in a drop-in or an island installation. An island installation requires a

four side surround. In both instances, make sure the deck is supported by brick or concrete.

Make sure the ﬂooring offers adequate support for your bath, and verify that the subﬂoor is ﬂat and

level.

Provide access panels as required to service the blower motor and control.

Construct brick or concrete supports.

Provide a 1/16″(2 mm) gap between the bath rim and the concrete or brick framing. Frame the

ﬂoor, or construct a frame for a raised installation, in accordance with the roughing-in information

packed with the bath.

Position the plumbing according to the roughing-in information packed. Cap the supplies, and

check for leaks.

Bath

Approved Tile Backing

Brick

Tile

Approved Tile Backing

Tile

1/16"

(2 mm)

Brick

Typical

Access

Panel

Install an access panel to allow

the blower to be serviced.

Bath may be installed next

to the wall or as an island

installation.

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3. Secure the Bath

For All Installations

Install the drain to the bath according to the drain manufacturer’s instructions. Do not connect the

trap at this time.

Using a clean drop cloth or similar material, cover the bottom of the bath and the airjets. This will

protect the bath surface and components from being scratched or damaged during the installation

process.

Secure Bath to the Subﬂoor

CAUTION: Risk of product damage. Do not lift the bath by the piping or blower motor, or use the

piping or blower motor for structural support of the bath.

CAUTION: Risk of product damage. Do not support the bath by the rim.

NOTICE: The bath must be secured using one of the following three methods: cement or mortar bed,

construction adhesive, or silicone sealant. Choose the installation option that best applies to your

particular installation. Follow the appropriate instructions.

NOTICE: Ensure the subﬂoor is level before proceeding. If necessary, use shims to achieve level.

Cement or Mortar Bed Method

NOTICE: Do not use gypsum cement or drywall compound, as these materials will not provide a durable

bond. Only use cement or mortar.

Spread a 2″(5.1 cm) thick later of cement or mortar on the subﬂoor except where the leveling blocks

will be located.

Clear any cement or mortar away from the leveling block locations.

Place a plastic liner or similar material over the cement or mortar.

With help, carefully move the bath into the installation area. Make sure the blower motor control

and leveling blocks do not rest in the bed material.

Verify the leveling blocks are resting directly on the subﬂoor. Reposition as needed.

Verify the bath is level across the top of the bath. If the bath is not level, shims must be used under

the leveling blocks.

Connect the drain tailpiece to the trap.

Remove the protective tape from the rim.

Clear spaces

for leveling

blocks.

Apply a bead of

silicone sealant

around the entire

rim.

Apply construction

adhesive to the

leveling blocks.

Spread a 2" (5.1 cm)

layer of cement or

mortar bed material.

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Secure the Bath (cont.)

Apply a continuous bead of high-quality silicone sealant around the entire rim of the bath. Allow

the sealant to cure according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Construction Adhesive Method

Apply a generous amount of high-quality construction adhesive to the bottom of the leveling blocks.

With help, carefully move the bath into the installation area.

Verify the leveling blocks are resting directly on the subﬂoor. Reposition or shim as needed.

Verify the bath is level across the top of the bath. If the bath is not level, shims must be used under

the bath.

Connect the drain tailpiece to the trap.

Remove the protective tape from the rim.

Apply a continuous bead of silicone sealant around the entire rim of the bath. Allow the sealant to

cure according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Silicone Sealant Method

With help, carefully move the bath into the installation area.

Verify the leveling blocks are resting directly on the subﬂoor. Reposition or shim as needed.

Verify the bath is level across the top of the bath. If the bath is not level, shims must be used under

the bath.

Connect the drain tailpiece to the trap.

Remove the protective tape from the rim.

Apply a continuous bead of silicone sealant around the entire rim of the bath.

Allow the sealant to cure according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

4. Install the Plumbing

CAUTION: Risk of property damage. A watertight seal must exist on all bath drain connections.

The watertight seal will prevent property damage.

Connect the drain to the trap according to the drain manufacturer’s instructions.

NOTE: To simplify future maintenance, provide access to all plumbing connections.

Install the faucet valving according to the faucet manufacturer’s instructions. Do not install the

faucet trim until instructed. Open the hot and cold water supplies, and check the supply

connections for leakage.

Run water into the bath, and check the drain connections for leakage.

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5. Connect the Electrical Service - Standard

NOTE: The product model number is printed on a label on the pump side of the whirlpool bath. This

label also identiﬁes the electrical rating of the product. All whirlpools come equipped with a wiring

junction box and are designed to operate between 220 VAC and 240 VAC at either 50 Hz or 60 Hz.

WARNING: Risk of electrical shock. Make sure the power has been disconnected before

performing the following procedures. Refer to the “Important Information” section.

WARNING: Risk of electrical shock. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, connect the pump to a

properly grounded Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter (GFCI) or Residual Current Device (RCD). This

will provide additional protection against line-to-ground shock hazard. A 220-240 V, 15 A, 50/60 Hz

dedicated circuit is required.

NOTICE: The load neutral is not used. There should be no connection to the load neutral terminal on the

Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter (GFCI) or Residual Current Device (RCD). The green wire with the

yellow stripe is the equipment ground and needs to be connected to the neutral bus in the main circuit

breaker box.

NOTICE: The bath control and system have been pre-wired at the factory. A qualiﬁed electrician should

make a routine service connection to the junction box.

Connect service to the control power junction box. The junction box contains blue, brown, and green

with a yellow stripe colored wires. Follow local electrical codes. Bond in accordance with national

and local codes.

NOTE: A wiring harness has been pre-wired at the factory. No additional wiring is required, but ensure

that all wires are securely fastened.

NOTE: Your wiring harness includes an antenna for the optional remote control. Do not alter or damage

this antenna during installation.

Control Power

Junction Box

Blue (L1)

Wire Connector

Ground

(Green with

Yellow Stripes)

From Control

Brown (L2)

Wire Connectors

Electrician to provide

suitable strain relief cable.

* Connections to be Made

at the Circuit Breaker

Typical Wiring Connection for North America

Control

Check Valve

Blower Motor Cord

Control

Power Supply

External Power

Field Wiring

(From Junction Box

to GFCI Breaker)

* Equipment Ground

* Line Neutral

(White

Curly Wire)

Neutral Bus

(In Breaker Box)

S/N

240 V

120 V

*L2

240 V

*L1

Typical Two-Pole

Circuit Breaker

with GFCI

Breaker Box

120/240 VAC Source

Bond in accordance with national and

local codes. Open bonding lugs are

located at the top of the junction box.

No Connection

(Load Neutral)

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