Kohler K-1111-VLN-0 Installation Instructions Manual

BEFORE YOU BEGINBEFORE YOU BEGIN

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Please read these instructions carefully to
familiarize yourself with the required tools, materials,
and installation sequences. Follow the sections that
pertain to your particular installation. This will help
you avoid costly mistakes. In addition to proper
installation, read all operating and safety instructions.

Do not lift
the whirlpool by the piping or pump, or use the
piping or pump for structural support of the
whirlpool.

All information is based on the latest product
information available at the time of publication.
Kohler China Ltd. reserves the right to make
changes in product characteristics, packaging, or
availability at any time without notice.
These instructions contain important care, cleaning,
and warranty information-

CAUTION: Risk of product damage.

please leave these

instructions for the consumer.

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We recommend this whirlpool for corner, drop-in, or
flush installations. An undermount kit is also
available.
Inspect the whirlpool for damage before you begin
installation.
You must install this whirlpool to an adequately
supported, level subfloor.
Confirm adequate support for a rim-mounted faucet,
if used; large faucets that may be inadvertently used
as a means of support are not appropriate or safe
for this installation.
Consult local and national codes.
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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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

WHIRLPOOL

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IMPORTANT INFORMATIONIMPORTANT INFORMATION

(GFCI) (ELCB)

WARNING: When using electrical products,
basic precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
DANGER: Risk of electric shock.

WARNING: Risk of electric shock.

WARNING: Risk of electric shock.

WARNING: Risk of injury or property damage.

Connect only
to circuits protected by Ground-Fault Circuit­Interrupters (GFCI s) or Earth-Leakage Circuit­Breakers (ELCB s).

A licensed

electrician should make all electrical connections.

Disconnect

power before servicing.

Please read all instructions thoroughly before
beginning installation, including the following
requirements.

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· Building materials and wiring should be routed away

from the pump bodies and other heat-producing
components of the unit.
Install to permit access for servicing.
Pressure wire connectors marked Earth/Ground
are provided within the wiring compartments. To
reduce the risk of electric shock, connect these
connectors to the grounding terminals of your
electric service or supply panel with copper wire
equivalent in size to the circuit conductors supplying
this equipment.
Pressure wire connectors are provided on the
exterior of the junction boxes or controls within this
unit to permit connection of bonding conductors
between this unit and all other exposed metal in the
vicinity, as needed to comply with local
requirements.

The unit should be installed

by a qualified service representative, and grounded.

Grounding is required.

NOTICE: Follow all local plumbing and electrical
codes.

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A. Features

Components include two pumps, two controls, two
heaters, 6 Flexjets, 20 Bodyssage backjets, 8
effervescence ports, 4 chromatherapy lights, 2 pillows,
and two illuminated keypads with two remote controls.

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B. Electrical Requirements

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The installation must have two Class A Ground-Fault
Circuit-Interrupters (GFCI s) or Earth-Leakage Circuit­Breakers (ELCB s). The GFCI s or ELCB s protect
against line-to-ground shock hazard.

Do not relocate
the whirlpool pumps, or make other modifications
to the whirlpool system, as this could adversely
affect the performance and safe operation of the
whirlpool. Kohler Co. shall not be liable under its
warranty or otherwise for personal injury or
damage caused by any such unauthorized
modification.

Use two 220-240
V, 20 A, 50/60 Hz dedicated services; one for each
pump/control/heater system.

WARNING: Unauthorized modification may
cause unsafe operation and poor
performance of the whirlpool.

Product Notices

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A (GFCI)

(ELCB) GFCI ELCB

2 220/240 20 50/60

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C. Connections and Service Access

Before installation, ensure proper access to the final
connections.

You must provide a minimum of
three 864mm wide x 381mm high access panels for
servicing the pumps and controls. The access must be
located immediately next to the pumps. Study the
roughing-in information packed with the whirlpool.

NOTICE: Provide generous, unrestricted service
access to the pumps.

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TOOLS AND MATERIALSTOOLS AND MATERIALS

Plus:

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Conventional woodworking tools and materials
Drop Cloth
Cement, mortar or construction adhesive
2x4 wood boards

2x4

Silicone Sealant

Measuring Tape

Pencil

Tin Snips

Safety Glasses

Pipe Wrench

Level

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CAUTION: Risk of product damage.

NOTICE:

Do not

support the whirlpool by the rim.

Adequate floor support must be provided.
Consult the roughing-in sheet packed with your
whirlpool for specific floor loading requirements.

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If you have not already done so, carefully remove
the protective tape from the whirlpool rim.
Apply mortar and tile to the wall, deck and surround
material as needed.
Apply a bead of sealant where the tile meets the
whirlpool surface.
Install the faucet trim according to the instructions
packed with the trim.
Make sure the flooring offers adequate support for
your whirlpool, and verify that the subfloor is flat and
level.
The whirlpool may be installed as next to the wall or
in an island installation. An island installation
requires a four side surround. In both instances,
make sure the deck is supported by brick or
concrete.
Install an access panel to allow the pump to be
serviced.
Construct brick or concrete supports.
Provide a 2mm gap between the whirlpool 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 whirlpool.
Position the plumbing according to the roughing-in
information packed. Cap the supplies, and check for
leaks.

PREPARE THE SITE - CONCRETE CONSTRUCTIONPREPARE THE SITE - CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION

Bath

Brick

Approved Tile
Backing

Install an access panel to
allow the pump to be serviced.

Whirlpool may be installed next
to the wall or as an island installation.

Approved Tile Backing

2mm

Tile

Typical
Access
Panel

Brick

Tile

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2x4

CAUTION: Risk of product damage.

NOTICE:

Do not

support the whirlpool by the rim.

Adequate floor support must be provided.
Consult the roughing-in sheet packed with your
whirlpool for specific floor loading requirements. Three
access panels are required.

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Make sure the flooring offers adequate support for
your whirlpool, and verify that the subfloor is flat and
level.
The whirlpool should be installed as a corner, drop­in, or flush installation. Construct 2x4 stud framing
designed for your particular installation. Frame the
floor, or construct a frame for a raised installation in
accordance with the roughing-in information packed
with the whirlpool.
Use the roughing-in cut-out information to carefully
lay out and cut the rough deck material. For flush­mount installation, allow for the thickness of the
planned deck material.
Position the plumbing according to the roughing-in
information packed. Cap the supplies, and check for
leaks.

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We recommend a tiling-in bead for straight-rimmed
whirlpools if one or more sides of the whirlpool
contact a wall. This bead prevents water from
seeping between the whirlpool rim and the wall.
Follow the instructions packed with the tiling-in bead
to install the bead now.
Install the drain to the whirlpool according to the
drain manufacturer s instructions. Do not connect
the trap at this time.
Position a clean drop cloth or similar material in the
bottom of the whirlpool. Be careful not to scratch the
surface of the whirlpool.

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Whirlpool Rim

Do not support the
whirlpool by the rim.

Use the roughing-in
information to construct
the stud framing.

Allow for the thickness of
the planned deck material.

Drop-In Installation

Whirlpool Rim

Wood Batten

Flush Installation

Access Panel 1

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Seat

Access Panel 3

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Access Panel 2

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PREPARE THE WHIRLPOOLPREPARE THE WHIRLPOOL

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CAUTION: Risk of product damage.

Choose the installation option that best applies
to your particular installation. Follow the
appropriate instructions.

Do not lift
the whirlpool by the piping or pumps, or use the
piping or pumps for structural support of the
whirlpool.

If the subfloor is not level, shim the whirlpool support
blocks as necessary.

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Option for Using a Cement or Mortar Bed

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2" (Spread a 50mm) thick layer of cement or mortar
on the subfloor where the whirlpool will be set.
This will help secure, level, and support the unit.
Clear all the material away from the pump controls
and support block locations.

Do not use gypsum cement or drywall
compound for this application, as they will not provide
an acceptable, durable bond.

Position a piece of plastic drop cloth material on top
of the cement or mortar bed. With help, carefully lift
the whirlpool into place, and make sure the pump
controls and support blocks do not rest in the bed
material.
Insert the drain tailpiece into the trap. Make sure the
whirlpool is level and resting on all support blocks.

NOTE:

NOTE: The pump controls (when the pump banding
straps are cut) and support blocks must rest
directly on the subfloor.

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SECURE THE WHIRLPOOL TO THE SUBFLOORSECURE THE WHIRLPOOL TO THE SUBFLOOR

Option for Using Construction Adhesive

Apply a generous amount of high-quality
construction adhesive to the bottom of the support
blocks. With help, carefully lift the whirlpool into
position.
Insert the drain tailpiece into the trap. Make sure the
whirlpool is level and resting on all support blocks.

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Option for Using Silicone Sealant

With help, carefully lift the whirlpool into position.
Insert the drain tailpiece into the trap. Make sure the
whirlpool is level and resting on all support blocks.
Apply a continuous bead of high-quality silicone
sealant around the entire rim of the whirlpool.

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Apply construction adhesive
to the support blocks

Apply a bead of silicone
sealant around the entire rim

Or

Clear spaces for
support blocks

Clear space for pump.

Spread A 2" (51mm)
layer of cement or
mortar bed material.

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