Kohler K-200, K-201, K-202 Installation And Care Manual

Installation and Care Guide

Water Filtration System

K-200, K-201, K-202

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Important Safety Instructions

READ AND FOLLOW ALL

INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: Risk of personal injury or property damage.

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

WARNING: Risk of personal injury. To reduce the risk of
choking, do not allow children to access small parts during
the installation.

WARNING: Risk of personal injury. To reduce the risk of
ingesting contaminants, do not use with water that is
microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without
adequate disinfection before or after the system. Systems
certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected water
that may contain filterable cysts. EPA Establishment No.
10350-MN-007.

CAUTION: Risk of personal injury. Kohler K-200/K-201 is
intended for use in filtering potable water and has not been
evaluated for other uses. The product is installed at the point
of use and must be installed as specified in the installation
instruction by a qualified professional.

CAUTION: Risk of property damage. To protect from
freezing, remove the filter cartridge when temperatures may
drop below 33°F (4.4°C).

CAUTION: Risk of property damage. The maximum water
temperature of this filter system is 100°F (37.8°C). Do not
install on hot water supply lines or in an area where the
ambient temperature may exceed 110°F (43.3°C).

CAUTION: Risk of personal injury or property damage.

Use caution when installing near water pipes or electrical
lines.

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Important Safety Instructions (cont.)

Do not install this system if your water pressure exceeds 125 psi
(862 kPa). For water pressure between 80 psi (552 kPa) and 125
psi (862 kPa), you must install a pressure reducing valve to
regulate the pressure to <80 psi (552 kPa).

The filter cartridge must be replaced every 6 months or sooner.
Failure to replace the cartridge at the recommended intervals may
lead to reduced filter performance and failure of the filter.

If a booster pump is installed on your water system, you must
install an appropriate pressure relief valve. Inspect and maintain
the booster pump and attached pressure switch, and the pressure
relief valve, every 6 months or according to the manufacturer’s
instructions.

If you are uncertain how to install and maintain any required
components for this system, contact a plumbing professional.

Tools and Materials

Plus:

• Adapter

Phillips
Screwdriver

Adjustable
Wrench

• Thread Sealant Tape

Before You Begin

CAUTION: Risk of personal injury. Kohler K-200/K-201 is
intended for use in filtering potable water and has not been
evaluated for other uses. The product is installed at the point
of use and must be installed as specified in the installation

instruction by a qualified professional.
Observe all local plumbing and building codes.
Inspect the plumbing and supplies for damage. Replace or repair

as needed.

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Before You Begin (cont.)

Install the water filtration system to a cold water supply only. Do
not install the system to a hot water supply.

Do not install where water hammer conditions may occur. If
water hammer conditions exist you must install a water hammer
arrester.

Where a backflow prevention device is installed on a water
system, a device for controlling pressure due to thermal
expansion must be installed.

If needed, clean the exterior of the unit with mild soap and water.

Do not use chemical cleaners.

The water filtration system must be mounted vertically.
If a faucet other than a KOHLER beverage faucet will be installed

with the water filtration system, you will need to purchase an
adapter to connect the outlet of the filter to the faucet inlet.

Do not use this water filter system with a standard faucet that
uses hot and cold inlets. A single inlet faucet, such as a KOHLER
beverage faucet, must be used.

The water filtration system is designed to be installed under a
sink. Make sure that the bottom of the filter cartridge is at least 2″
(51 mm) from the floor of the cabinet.

Do not connect the water filtration system to a dishwasher.
Filter cartridges should be replaced when the capacity has been

exceeded, or when a noticeable decrease in flow is observed.
To ensure that this equipment is functioning properly and

effectively, replace the filtration system after 10 years.
Replacement date:___________

Keep this installation guide for future use.

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K-201 Hi Flow Filter Cartridge

Tested and Certified by NSF International against
NSF/ANSI Standard 42 for the reduction of the

Nominal Particulate (Class I), Chlorine Taste and

Replacement
Element

Odor, and against NSF/ANSI Standard 53 for the
reduction of Cysts and Turbidity in Model

K-200/K-201, K-6665-F/K-201 and K-6666-F/K-201.

K-202 Premium Filter Cartridge

Tested and Certified by NSF International against
NSF/ANSI Standard 42 for the reduction of
Nominal Particulate (Class I), Chlorine Taste and

Replacement
Element

Odor and against NSF/ANSI Standard 53 for the
reduction of Cysts and Lead in Model

K-200/K-202, K-6665-F/K-202 and K-6666-F/K-202.

Cartridge Replacement Information

The K-200 water filtration system comes complete with the K-201 Hi
Flow filter cartridge. Optional K-202 replacement cartridges are
available separately.

Service parts and replacement cartridges are available from your
local distributor or directly from Kohler Co.:

Kohler Co., 444 Highland Drive, Kohler, Wisconsin, 53044

Application Guideline/Water Supply Parameters

Capacity: 1,500 gal (5,678 L)
Water Pressure: 30 (206 kPa) - 125 psi (862 kPa)
Water Temperature: 40°F (4.4°C) - 100°F (38°C)
Flow Rate (K-200/K-201): 1.5 gal/min (5.68 l/min)
Flow Rate (K-202): 0.6 gal/min (2.27 l/min)

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Inlet

Mounting
Bracket

Hex

Nipples

Outlet

Apply thread
sealant tape.

Label

1. Assemble the Filtration System

Write the system replacement date on the filter head label. This is
the installation date plus 10 years.

Place the mounting bracket over the port marked ″OUTLET″ on
the filter head.

Attach the mounting bracket to the filter head using the screws
provided. Do not overtighten.

Apply four layers (four turns) of thread sealant tape to the
threads of each nipple.

Thread each nipple into the inlet and outlet port of the filter head
until finger tight plus one turn maximum. Do not overtighten the
nipple hex. The nipple hex should not make contact with the
filter head.

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2. Mount the Filtration System

CAUTION: Risk of property damage. Do not install the unit

where the temperature may drop below freezing, may be

exposed to direct sunlight, or may be exposed to heat.

CAUTION: Risk of personal injury or property damage.

Use caution when installing near water pipes or electrical

lines.

Screws
(Not Supplied)

Mounting
Bracket

IMPORTANT! The unit must be mounted vertically.

IMPORTANT! The mounting location of the water filtration system

is critical. Verify the following before mounting: the bottom of the
filter cartridge will be at least 2″ (51 mm) from the floor of the
cabinet, the system will not interfere with other items under the
counter, and the hoses will not be under tension when installed to
the ports on the filter head.

Align the mounting holes of the mounting bracket at the
determined location.

Mark the mounting hole locations with a pencil. Set the unit
aside.

Pre-drill the holes, if necessary.
Partially thread the screws into the cabinet wall and slide the

mounting bracket over the screws.
Secure the screws into the cabinet wall.

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Cap

O-Rings

Groove

Write the date
on the label.

3. Install or Replace the Cartridge

Write the installation date on the new filter cartridge label.
Remove and discard the cap from the cartridge.
Inspect the cartridge for damage.
Verify both O-rings are present and positioned correctly in the

grooves.
Moisten the O-rings with water. Do not use petroleum products

to lubricate the O-rings.
Align the groove in the top of the cartridge with the word ″OFF″

on the filter head.
Insert the top of the cartridge into the filter head and turn the

cartridge counterclockwise 90° until handtightened.

For cartridge replacement:

Filter Head

Cartridge

Run the faucet for at least 2 minutes to remove any air in the
system. Any air left in the system may temporarily cause the
water to be cloudy.

Check all connections for leaks.

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Faucet Inlet

Inlet Hose

Adapter

Outlet Hose

Cold Water
Supply

4. Connect the Supply

NOTE: The hoses must be connected as directed. Do not reverse the
connections.

NOTE: Do not use this water filtration system with a standard
faucet that uses hot and cold inlets. A single inlet faucet must be
used.

NOTE: The provided hoses will connect directly to a 3/8″ male
compression fitting.

NOTE: If you are installing a KOHLER beverage faucet, use the
adapter provided with the water filtration system. If you are
installing this system to any other single inlet faucet, you will need
to purchase an adapter to fit the faucet inlet.

Connect the outlet hose from the outlet port on the filter head to
the adapter on the faucet inlet.

Connect the inlet hose from the inlet port on the filter head to the
cold water supply.

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5. Complete the Installation

Turn on the water supply and check all connections for leaks.
Repair as needed.

Run water through the faucet for at least 2 minutes to remove
any air in the system. Any air left in the system may temporarily
cause the water to be cloudy.

Warranty

KOHLER®Water Filter Systems
FIVE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

KOHLER K-200 water filter systems (excluding the K-201, K-202, and
K-203 disposable replacement cartridges) used in the United States and
Canada are warranted to be free of defects in material and
workmanship for five (5) years from the date of purchase in normal
residential use. (The service life of any disposable replacement
cartridge varies with local water conditions and water consumption
and thus is not warranted other than to be free of defects in material
and workmanship at the time of purchase.)

All products must be installed and operated in accordance with the
manufacturer’s recommended procedures and guidelines. Improper use
or installation could void this warranty.

If a defect is found in normal residential usage in the United States or
Canada, Kohler Co. will, at its election, repair or replace the unit, or
make appropriate adjustment. Damage caused by accident, misuse, or
abuse is not covered by this warranty. Kohler Co. is not responsible for

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Warranty (cont.)

labor charges, removal charges, installation, or other incidental or
consequential costs. In no event shall the liability of Kohler Co. exceed
the purchase price of the product. These water filter systems have not

been tested or certified to meet regulatory standards outside the
United States and Canada. To the extent permitted by law, Kohler
Co. hereby disclaims all warranties for water filter systems used
outside of the United States or Canada whether express or implied,
including but not limited to the implied warranties of
merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.

To obtain warranty service contact Kohler Co. either through your
Dealer, Plumbing Contractor, Home Center or E-tailer, or by writing
Kohler Co., Attn: Customer Care Center, 444 Highland Drive, Kohler,
WI 53044, USA, or by calling 1-800-4-KOHLER (1-800-456-4537) from
within the USA and Canada, and 001-800-456-4537 from within Mexico,
or visit www.kohler.com within the USA, www.ca.kohler.com from
within Canada, or www.mx.kohler.com in Mexico.

KOHLER CO. AND/OR SELLER ARE PROVIDING THIS
WARRANTY 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 on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion
or limitation of special, incidental, or consequential damages, so
these limitations and exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty
gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which
vary from state/province to state/province. This limited warranty
provides specific legal rights as they apply within the USA. Other
rights may be available, but may vary from country to country.

This is Kohler Co.’s exclusive written warranty.

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