Blanco Precision User Manual

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BLANCO Precision™ MicroEdge™ Installation Instructions

BLANCO PRECISION™ MICROEDGE™ "INSET" STAINLESS STEEL SINK

(VIRTUAL FLUSHMOUNT)

Inset ("I") Inst

allation:

This installation method ("I") complements the luxury of your new countertop demonstrated by the unique
richness of the "ultra-thin" rim which is best characterized by the name "MicroEdge"™. The sink gives the
look of a flushmounted sink and is available with or without a faucet ledge.

1. Cut out the worktop for the sink using the cutout template included with the sink, or the
appropriate DXF file available from the Blanco Website specified for use with a CNC machine.

Apply silicone sealant around the edge of the sink cutout. Always seal the edges of the cutout
using an appropriate sealer. The thickness of the Blanco Precision™ MicroEdge™ sink rim is

1.25mm (.049") or approximately 1/16" (when including manufacturing tolerance).

2. Place the sink into the cutout. Apply gentle and even pressure to the frame. Work the sink
downward until the sink is as close to the countertop surface as possible.

3. Begin to tighten the installed extension clips at opposite ends and continue in sequence
around the sink.

4. Remove the excess silicone residue using a cloth or hand tool.

5. Should your sink ever need replacement, it is easily removable.

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Cut out the countertop
and apply silicone
uniformly around edge.

Insert the sink and
press down on the
countertop.

Tighten each clip from
the bottom up.

Note: Should your sink
ever need replacement,
it can easily be
removed using a
scraper.

Remove the silicone
residue.

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BLANCO PRECISION™ MICROEDGE™ "FLUSHMOUNT" STAINLESS STEEL SINK

(COUNTERTOP INTEGRATED)

Flushmount ("F") Installation:

With this attractive installation method ("F"), the sink and the countertop form a continuous system which is
perfectly level, i.e. "flushmounted", and has no obstructive edge to get in the way. The sink is available with
or without faucet ledge.

Installation for Solid Surface Countertops only.

Note: This installation is not recommended for stone, such as granite, quartz or marble.

1. Measure the worktop for the sink using the appropriate DXF file available from the Blanco
Website. The file will indicate "Flushmount" ("F") as the correct installation file to choose for
your countertop. Download the file to a CNC programmable machine. The file will consist of
two programs - the first one is to create the cut-out; the second is to mill the notched area.

CAUTION: Only a professional fabricator trained in flushmounting sinks to
countertops should perform this task.

2. Carefully clean the countertop and frame area to remove all loose debris, oil and contaminants
from the surfaces.

3. Begin the CNC program of routering the countertop. The Flushmount version DXF file is
available on our Website for downloading and will automatically provide the following
programmed steps:
(A) Router the cut-out with a CNC milling machine by using a regular end mill bit.
(B) Mill the outside rim of the sink by choosing the appropriate circumference cutter in

accordance with the corner radius of the sink. Refer to the DXF file for the cut-out.
The depth of the notched area will automatically be milled to recess 2mm (5/64") into
the depth of the countertop.

4. Once the routering of the dimensional outline and depth are completed, clean the area of all
debris and polish the inside rim forming the new countertop edge which will border the
installed sink. Carefully place the sink into the opening to check fit. The sink should fit into the
opening easily. Remove sink.

Note: Please note that only an experienced fabricator should perform the flushmount
operation. Use of phenolic shim materials (formica, laminate, etc.) may be used to position
the sink to a perfect fit by an expert fabricator.

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