Kohler K-19481 Homeowner's Manual

Homeowners Guide

Single-Control Bidet Faucet

K-19481

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Thank You For Choosing Kohler Company

Thank you for choosing the Bold Look of Kohler. Kohler craftsmanship
offers you a rare combination of proven performance and graceful
sophistication that will satisfy you for years to come. The
dependability and beauty of your Kohler product will surpass your
highest expectations. We’re very proud of our products here at Kohler
and we know you will be too.

Please take a few minutes to study this Homeowners Guide. Pay
special attention to the care and cleaning instructions.

All information in this manual is based upon the latest product
information available at the time of publication. At Kohler, we
constantly strive to improve the quality of our products. We reserve
the right to make changes in product characteristics, packaging or
availability at any time without notice.

Your Kohler Bidet Faucet

Your new bidet faucet blends elegant styling and beauty with
exceptional performance and reliability. Each faucet is precision
engineered and constructed of premium quality materials to provide
trouble-free operation even under the hardest water conditions.

Your bidet faucet is used for partial bathing. The user sits on the rim of
the bowl facing the faucet. Fresh water enters the bidet in a stream
from the bidet faucet. A drain retains water in the bowl if desired.

The bidet may also be used as a footbath. It is roomy and low enough
to use easily while sitting on a chair.

Care and Cleaning

For best results, keep the following in mind when caring for your
Kohler product:

•

Test First - Always test your cleaning solution on an
inconspicuous area before applying it to the entire surface.

•

Do Not Let Cleaners Soak - Do not allow cleaners to sit or soak
on the product.

•

Avoid Abrasive Materials - Use a soft, dampened sponge or
cloth. Never use an abrasive material such as a brush or scouring
pad to clean surfaces.

•

Wipe Clean - Wipe surfaces clean and rinse completely with
water immediately after applying cleaners. Rinse and dry any
overspray that lands on nearby surfaces.

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Care and Cleaning (cont.)

Care Tip: The ideal cleaning technique is to
always blot dry any water from metal surfaces.
Allowing water to evaporate on metal will
form water deposits. It is important to use a
dabbing action to dry metal, not an abrasive or
rubbing action. Cleaning with a damp sponge
and blot drying should keep your product
looking beautiful.

Chrome, Solid Color, and Vibrant
Fittings:

•

Do not use cleaners containing ammonia, bleach, or acid.

•

Use a mild detergent such as dishwashing soap. Do not use

PVD Color/Finishes – Faucets and

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abrasive cleaners.

•

Rinse and be sure to blot the entire surface dry.

•

Consider using Comet
Fantastik

Antibacterial All Purpose Cleaner.

®

Bathroom Cleaner, Windex®Original, or

®

Vitreous China Faucets:

•

Rinse thoroughly and use a soft cloth to wipe the product after
each use.

•

Soft abrasive cleaners may be used when necessary to clean
vitreous china products. Strong abrasive cleaners will scratch and
dull the surface.

•

Consider using Comet
Fantastik

All Purpose.

®

Bathroom Cleaner, Windex®Original, or

®

NOTICE: Failure to comply with these cleaning instructions may
void Kohler’s warranty obligations.

NOTE: Success with cleaners and procedures is dependent upon
such factors as the hardness and temperature of the water, using
exact quantities of ingredients, changes in cleaning formulas, and
the condition of the product being cleaned. Since there are variations
within these factors, Kohler cannot guarantee the effectiveness of the
formulas mentioned.

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Handle

Bonnet

Plug Button

Inner

Inner
Geared

Setscrew

Geared
Ring

Ring

Locking Ring

Valve Stem

Locking
Ring

Optional Temperature Limiting Adjustment

NOTE: The water temperature does not need to be adjusted if the
maximum water temperature is below 105°F (41°C).

Lift and turn the lever handle to the full hot position.
Determine the temperature using a thermometer. If the

temperature exceeds 105°F (41°C), complete the following steps.
Using a flat-blade screwdriver, carefully pry the plug button off

the lever handle.
Loosen the setscrew on the handle with a hex wrench, then

remove the handle and bonnet.
Note the position of the locking ring relative to the inner geared

ring.

NOTE: To avoid damage to the locking ring during removal, pry
each side of the locking ring off the inner geared ring with an equal
and even technique.

Gradually pry each side of the locking ring up off the inner
geared ring and onto the valve stem with a flat-blade screwdriver.

Rotate the valve stem clockwise to increase temperature, or
counterclockwise to decrease temperature.

Reinstall the locking ring into the inner geared ring.
Reinstall the bonnet and handle to the faucet body.
Test the setting and make any adjustments as needed.

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Optional Temperature Limiting Adjustment (cont.)

After all adjustments have been made, use a hex wrench to
tighten the setscrew.

Press the plug button into place.

Lifetime Limited Warranty - USA and Canada

Kohler Co. warrants its faucets manufactured after January 1, 1997, to
be leak- and drip-free during normal residential use for as long as the
original consumer purchaser owns his or her home. If the faucet
should leak or drip during normal use, Kohler Co. will, free of charge,
mail to the purchaser the cartridge necessary to put the faucet in good
working condition. This warranty applies only to KOHLER faucets
installed in the United States of America, Canada or Mexico (North
America).

Kohler Co. also warrants all other aspects of the faucet or accessories
(″Faucet″)*, (except gold, non-PVD Vibrant
free of defects in material and workmanship during normal residential
use for as long as the original consumer purchaser owns his or her
home. If a defect is found in normal residential use, Kohler Co. will, at
its election, repair, provide a replacement part or product, or make
appropriate adjustment. Damage to a product caused by accident,
misuse, or abuse is not covered by this warranty. Improper care and
cleaning will void the warranty.** Proof of purchase (original sales
receipt) must be provided to Kohler Co. with all warranty claims.
Kohler Co. is not responsible for labor charges, installation, or other
incidental or consequential costs. In no event shall the liability of
Kohler Co. exceed the purchase price of the Faucet.

If the Faucet is used commercially or is installed outside of North
America or if the finish is gold, non-PVD Vibrant or non-chrome,
Kohler Co. warrants the Faucet to be free from defects in material and
workmanship for one (1) year from the date the product is installed,
under Kohler Co.’s standard one-year limited warranty.

If you believe that you have a warranty claim, contact Kohler Co.,
either through your Dealer, Plumbing Contractor, Home Center or
E-tailer, or by writing: Kohler Co., Attn.: Customer Service Department,
444 Highland Drive, Kohler, WI 53044, USA. Please be sure to provide
all pertinent information regarding your claim, including a complete
description of the problem, the product, model number, color, finish,
the date the product was purchased and from whom the product was
purchased. Also include your original invoice. For other information,
or to obtain the name and address of the service and repair facility
nearest you, call 1-800-4-KOHLER from within the USA, 1-800-964-5590

, non-chrome finishes) to be

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Lifetime Limited Warranty - USA and Canada (cont.)

from within Canada and 001-877-680-1310 from within Mexico.

Kohler Co. and/or seller are providing these warranties in lieu of all
other warranties, expressed or implied, including but not limited to
the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular
purpose. Kohler Co. and/or seller disclaim any liability for special,
incidental or consequential damages.

Some states/provinces do not allow limitations of how long an implied
warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of such damages, so these
limitations and exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives
the consumer specific legal rights. You may also have other rights that
vary from state/province to state/province.

This is Kohler Co.’s exclusive written warranty.

*Trend
components; WaterHaven

faucets; MasterShowerTM tower; BodySpaTM systems and

®

TM tower, systems and components; polished

gold, non-PVD Vibrant and non-chrome finishes; fittings; all items
within the ″Fixture Related″ section of the Kohler Faucets Price Book,
drains, Duostrainer

sink strainers, soap/lotion dispensers; and faucets

®

used in commercial settings and outside North America, are covered
by Kohler Co.’s one-year limited warranty. Electronic faucets, valves
and controls are covered by a five-year limited warranty.

**Never use cleaners containing abrasive cleansers, ammonia, bleach,
acids, waxes, alcohol, solvents or other products not recommended for
chrome. This will void the warranty.

One-Year Warranty - Mexico

For Mexico Only

KOHLER CO.
It is recommended that at the time of purchase, you verify that all

accessories and components are complete in this package.
This Kohler product is warranted to be free of defects in material and

workmanship for one (1) year from the date of purchase as shown on
the invoice or receipt.

1. Kohler Co. will only service its commercialized products through its
authorized distributors.

2. To obtain warranty service, please present the invoice and
corresponding warranty.

3. Through its authorized distributors, Kohler Co. promises to repair
the defective product or provide a new replacement or an equivalent

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One-Year Warranty - Mexico (cont.)

model (in those cases that the model has been discontinued) when the
product is beyond repair, without any charge to the consumer.

4. The time of repair will not exceed six (6) weeks commencing on the
date the product is received.

5. It is recommended that the consumer save the invoice or receipt as
additional protection, as it may substitute the warranty in the case that
there is a discrepancy in the validity of the warranty.

EXCEPTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS
The Warranty will not be valid in the following cases:

1. When the product is not operated in accordance with the
instructions concerning use and operation set forth in the owner’s
manual or installation instructions, and when the recommendations
and warnings included are not observed.

2. When the product has been modified or dismantled partially or
totally; or has been used in a negligent fashion and as a consequence
has suffered damages attributable to the consumer, individual, or
hardware not authorized by Kohler Co.

3. This warranty does not cover the damages as a result of disaster
such as fire or acts of God, including flooding, earthquake, or electric
storms, etc. To obtain a list of distributors in your area where you can
exercise your rights under this warranty, please call 001-877-680-1310.

KOHLER CO., KOHLER, WI 53044 U.S.A.

IMPORTER:

INTERNACIONAL DE CERÁMICA, S.A. DE C.V.
AV. CARLOS PACHECO NO. 7200
CHIHUAHUA, CHIH., MEXICO C.P. 31060
TEL: [phone]

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Valv e

1046018**

Handle

833438

Screw

865222**

Bonnet

865221**

Nut

836939

Plug

898783**

Lift Rod

Not Available as a Service Part

**Finish/color code must be specified when ordering.

Service Parts

1054023

Washer

1054253**

Spray

1055742

Bracket

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1035351**
1035350**
1037023**

Drain

(Metal stopper fins without overflow)
(Metal stopper fins with overflow)
(Plastic stopper fins with overflow)

1037346

Screw

1025645**

Nut

1035564

Link

40228

Clip

1037390

Rod

1025639**

Body

1032296**

Body

1025642

Washer

(With Overflow)

1037021**
1037022**

Stopper

(Plastic)
(Metal)

1036932**

Trim Ring

1025678

Washer

(Without Overflow)

1025656

O-Ring
Fin

1025650

Seal

1035348**

Nut

1025654

Washer

1030925

Washer

1036351**

Tailpiece

**Finish/color code must be specified when ordering.

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