American Standard 20SB.8252283S.075, 20SB.8252284S.075 Installation Manual

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
CARE AND MAINTENANCE

STAINLESS STEEL SINKS

Drop-In Sinks & Undercounter Mounting Sinks

Thank you for selecting American Standard - the benchmark of fine quality for over 100 years. To ensure this product is installed
properly, please read these instructions carefully before you begin. (Certain installations may require professional help.) Also be
sure your installation conforms to local codes.

CAUTION: PRODUCT IS FRAGILE. TO AVOID BREAKAGE AND POSSIBLE INJURY HANDLE WITH CARE!

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NOTE: Pictures may not exactly define contour of china and components.

Before installing the sink, inspect it for damage. DO NOT install a damaged unit.
Notify your American Standard distributor of any damage. Replace sink its original packing.

OBSERVE LOCAL PLUMBING AND BUILDING CODES

Recommended Tools & Materials

Putty Knife

Basin Wrench

Plumbers' Putty or Caulking

Adjustable Wrench

Tape
Measure

Saber Saw

Drill

Hacksaw

Regular Screwdriver

Phillips Screwdriver

Level

Pipe Wrench

Channel Lock Pliers

Tubing Cutter

Silicone Sealant

Mineral Spirits

MAINTENANCE FOR STAINLESS STEEL SINKS:

To keep the original quality of your Stainless Steel Sink, we recommend regular cleaning. Use a mild liquid dish
detergent and water to clean the product after use. Rinse carefully and dry.

PLEASE HAVE THE FOLLOWING IN MIND:

• Do not let water or other liquids dry on the product. Liquids that are left to dry leave a grey build-up stain on

the steel.

• Stainless steel can stand hard treatment, but sharp objects can easily scratch the surface. These scratches

are more visible when the product is new. After a period of use these marks will be smoothed out without the
product losing it luster.

• Never use scouring powder or steel wool to clean the surface. Apart from the risk of scratches, there is also a

risk that rust stains will attack the steel.

• Avoid Chlorine-based solutions from coming into contact with the stainless steel.

• Silver polish leaves spots that cannot be removed.

• Acidic foods (e.g. juices, salt, mustard, mayonnaise, etc.) must be cleaned up immediately.

SAVE FOR FUTURE USE

DISCOLORATION

More stubborn spots are often caused by impurities in the water or household substances. These can be removed with
special polish agents for stainless steel. Dull spots can become lustrous again if rubbed with chalk on a soft cloth.

Product names listed herein are trademarks of AS America, Inc.
© AS America, Inc. 2016

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FOR DROP-IN SINK INSTALLATION

PREPARING THE COUNTERTOP

1

Make sure there are no obstructions such as cabinets,
plumbing, etc. below or above the countertop.

Place template on countertop checking to make sure
the sink will line up correctly with plumbing.

To begin the cutout for the sink, drill a hole then use a
sabersaw to carefully cut along the template.

CHECK THE CUTOUT DIMENSIONS

2

Check the countertop cutout opening by placing the sink in the opening to be sure it is sized properly. The rim of the sink
must be set uniformly on the countertop to ensure the corners of the sink seat properly. If the sink does not fit adjust the

cutout opening using the saber saw.

PREPARING THE STRAINER AND FAUCET ASSEMBLY

3

NOTE: Your sink may not come with the strainer and faucet

assembly in which case you will need to purchase separately
and follow instructions included with the purchased products.

Install the strainer as shown.

Install the faucet following the instructions included with the faucet.

Apply a generous portion of sealant inside line traced on countertop.

4

Perimeter
of sink

Cutout

Perimeter
of sink

Below sink

Cutout

Bottom of sink

5

Assemble the screw with the clamp as shown (1).

Slide the screw and clamp assembly under the open end of

the U Channel as the location on the template suggests.

Turn the clamp in the same direction as the U Channel and

hand tighten the screw as shown (2).

6

A. Carefully lower sink into cutout. Make sure the sink is in the proper
location and press down firmly.

WARNING: Improper tightening of screws could result in

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improper installation or cause damage to the sink.

B. Loosen the screw and turn the clamp 90 degrees so the clamp can

catch the bottom of countertop as shown. Hand tighten the screws.

C. Recheck sink position on countertop. Tighten all screws an

additional 1/4 turn with a flat head screwdriver.

WARNING: DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN

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7

Connect supply lines to faucet finger tight, and

carefully bend to engage with the supply stops.
Tighten connections to faucet for secure seal.

8

(1) (2)

Connect drain assembly hand tight to check alignment. It may be
necessary to cut off part of the tailpiece (area "A") or part of the
horizontal leg of the trap (area "B").

Secure joint for watertight assembly.

Screw

Clamp Clamp

SINK

U Channel

Screw

Screwdriver

Slide Screw with

Clamp into U Channel

U Channel

COUNTERTOP

Clamp

Tra p

Single Bowl

Tra p

Double Bowl

B

A

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FOR UNDERCOUNTER MOUNTING SINK INSTALLATION

BEFORE YOU BEGIN...

Unpack new sink and inspect carefully for damage. Notify your American Standard distributor of any damage.

Replace the sink in its original packing carton to protect it until you are ready to begin installation.

CAUTION

• Locate sink to be installed. Provide proper clearance under the countertop for the faucet supply lines and the structural parts of your

cabinet. NOTE: Some templates share the drop-in and undercounter mounting. Make sure you used the undercounter mounting
portion of the template.

• Cut the inner portion from the supplied template and discard.

• Attach the outer portion of the template to the countertop using masking tape. Be sure there is enough clearance for the faucet and
supply line. If the template has a hole for the faucet, use 1-3/8" (35 mm) diameter hole saw to cut hole on the countertop.

Drill a clearance hole inside the cutout line.

1

Template

3

The mounting kit is supplied with each sink. It
includes the brackets, inserts and fasteners.

Consult your countertop supplier to use the

proper inserts and fasteners depend on the
type of countertop material.

Locate and drill the mounting hole for insert
(following with countertop supplier’s
suggestion) as shown below. The mounting

hole should allow even spacing of mounting
brackets around the sink.

Strongly Recommend For Professional Installers to Perform Installation.

Cut opening on cut line of the template.

2

NOTE: Contact your countertop distributor for the best method

Countertop

Cutout

template

MOUNTING
BRACKET

FASTENER

of cutting materials such as marble, hard synthetics, etc.

Template

Countertop

INSERTCOUNTERTOP

Cutout

SINK

Apply sealant to the rim of the sink near the inside edge.

4

Be careful not to miss or skip an area.

6

Apply silicone sealant (optional).
Wipe away any excess sealant.

Fill voids and allow to cure.

7

Mount the faucet and strainer
assembly following the
manufacturer's instructions.

NOTE: Your sink may not
come with the strainer and
faucet assembly in which
case you will need to
purchase separately and
follow instructions included
with the purchased products.

5

Lift the sink into place. Follow the instructions

from your countertop supplier in order to
tighten the mounting hardware evenly.

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DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN

Countertop

Below
sink

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8

9

B

A

Connect supply lines to faucet finger

tight, and carefully bend to engage with
the supply stops. Tighten connections
to faucet for secure seal.

AS AMERICA, INC. LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY FOR STAINLESS STEEL SINKS

AS America, Inc. (“American Standard®”) warrants to the original consumer purchaser of an American Standard stainless steel sink
that it will, at its option, repair or replace such product if it is found by American Standard, in its sole judgment, to be defective under
normal residential use, provided that it has been installed and maintained in accordance with American Standard’s instructions.

This limited warranty applies only to the initial installation and is not transferable from the original consumer purchaser. In the event
of a limited warranty claim, proof of purchase will be required – save sales receipt.

This limited warranty does not apply to commercial installations. The warranty for commercial installations is three (3) years.

This limited lifetime warranty DOES NOT COVER the following:

Defects or damages arising from shipping, installation, alterations, accidents, abuse, misuse, environmental factors,
lack of proper maintenance and use of other than genuine American Standard replacement parts, in all cases whether
caused by a plumbing contractor, service company, the owner or any other person.

Connect drain assembly hand tight to check alignment. It may be necessary to cut
off part of the tailpiece (area "A") or part of the horizontal leg of the trap (area "B").

Secure joint for watertight assembly.

Tra p

Tra p

Single Bowl

Double Bowl

Deterioration through normal wear and tear and the expense of normal maintenance.

Commercial application.

Options and accessories. American Standard’s limited warranty on these items is one year for parts only. This one year

limited warranty covers accessories manufactured by American Standard against defects of material or workmanship.

Limited warranty coverage begins on the date the accessory was originally purchased by the owner.

Postage or shipping costs for returning products for repairs or replacement under this limited warranty and labor or
other costs incurred in connection with product removal or installation under this limited warranty.

ANY LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING LABOR, ALL OF WHICH ARE
HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED, OR THE EXTENSION BEYOND THE DURATION OF THIS LIMITED
WARRANTY OF ANY IMPLIED LIMITED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS
FOR AN INTENDED PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT WILL AMERICAN STANDARD BE LIABLE FOR THE COST OF
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF ANY INSTALLATION MATERIALS INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO TILES,
MARBLE ETC. (Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied limited warranty lasts, or the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so these limitations and exclusions may not apply

to you.)

Responsibility for compliance with local code requirements. (Since local code requirements vary greatly distributors,

retailers, dealers, installation contractors and users of plumbing products should determine whether there are any code

restrictions on the installation or use of a specific product.)

This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other statutory rights that vary from state to state or from

province to province, in which case this limited warranty does not affect such statutory rights.

In the United States:

American Standard Brands

1 Centennial Ave.

Piscataway, New Jersey 08854

Attention: Director of Customer Care

For residents of the United States, warranty
information may also be obtained by calling

the following toll free number: [phone]

www.americanstandard.com

In Canada:

AS Canada, ULC

5900 Avebury Rd.

Mississauga, Ontario

Canada L5R 3M3

Toll Free: [phone]

www.americanstandard.ca

American Standard B&K Mexico

Ecatepec 55540 Edo. Mexico

Toll Free: 01-800-839-1200

www.americanstandard.com.mx

In Mexico:

S. de R.L. de C.V.
Via Morelos #330

Col. Santa Clara

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