Kohler K-3145, K-3179, K-3171, K-3177, K-3180 User Manual

Homeowners Guide

Stainless Steel Kitchen Sinks

K-2277, K-2602, K-3084,
K-3086, K-3099, K-3145,

K-3146, K-3147, K-3148
K-3150, K-3163, K-3164,
K-3165, K-3166, K-3168,
K-3171, K-3174, K-3177,
K-3179, K-3180, K-3181,
K-3182, K-3183, K-3184,
K-3185, K-3186, K-3187,
K-3188, K-3189, K-3197,
K-3198, K-3199, K-3206,
K-3208, K-3222, K-3224,
K-3228, K-3231, K-3232,
K-3234, K-3246, K-3248,
K-3256, K-3258, K-3260,
K-3262, K-3268, K-3283,
K-3285, K-3288, K-3290,
K-3300, K-3310, K-3312,
K-3314, K-3318, K-3325,
K-3330, K-3331, K-3332,
K-3333, K-3334, K-3335,
K-3336, K-3337, K-3338,
K-3339, K-3340, K-3341,
K-3343, K-3345, K-3346,
K-3347, K-3348, K-3349,
K-3350, K-3351, K-3352,
K-3353, K-3354, K-3355,
K-3356, K-3358, K-3359,
K-3361, K-3362, K-3363,
K-3369, K-3374, K-3375,
K-3376, K-3377, K-3387,
K-3388, K-3389, K-3391,

K-14300, K-14301, K-14302

M product numbers are for Mexico (i.e. K-12345M)
Los números de productos seguidos de
M corresponden a México (Ej.
K-12345M)
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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 Sink

Your Kohler sink has been made to beautifully withstand the rigors of
your kitchen routine. More than simply a place to wash and prepare
food, your Kohler sink will bring style and character to your kitchen.
This sink is made of the highest quality materials to ensure
long-lasting beauty and durability.

Care and Cleaning

Stainless Steel

Rinse your stainless steel sink thoroughly after each use, and use a
dabbing action to dry with a clean, soft cloth. Clean stainless steel once
a week.

Always apply stainless steel cleaner/polish with a nonabrasive cloth or
sponge, working with, not across the grain. Do not use steel wool,
wire brushes or abrasive pads to clean your sink.

If you use cleaners containing chlorides, be sure to rinse the surface
immediately after you clean it to avoid corrosion. Do not allow
cleaners to remain in contact with the sink surface for long periods of
time.

Kohler kitchen sink accessories, including bottom basin racks, wire
rinse baskets, cutting boards and colanders will help protect the
surface of your sink. Call 1-800-4-KOHLER or visit KOHLER.com for
model numbers, or go to a Kohler registered showroom to purchase
accessories.

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Care and Cleaning (cont.)

If the surface becomes excessively dirty, consider using baking soda, or
a general purpose cleaner such as: Top Job with Ammonia, Spic and
Span Liquid; Fantastik
Lysol

Anti-Bacterial Kitchen CleanerTM.

®

All Purpose, Formula 409®All Purpose, or

®

To clean stainless steel colored finishes, rinse the surface thoroughly
after each use, and use a dabbing action to dry with a clean, soft cloth.
Do not use an abrasive or rubbing action, as that may scratch or dull
the finish. If your stainless steel colored finish becomes excessively
dirty, consider cleaning with Dow Scrubbing Bubbles
Free Soft Scrub

. Never use cleaners containing abrasive cleansers,

®

Liquid or Bleach

®

ammonia, acids, waxes, alcohol, or solvents on this surface, as they
may damage the finish.

Clean your Kohler faucet and strainer according to the Care and
Cleaning instructions in your faucet/drain Homeowners Guide.

Artist Editions

Rinse and wipe your Artist Edition sink after each use to prevent soap
build-up. Gold and platinum used on decorative products is like fine
jewelry. Use only warm water to clean these finishes.

Do not use bristle brushes or abrasive sponges to clean your Artist
Edition sink, as they will scratch the surface. Never use abrasive
cleaners. Do not allow cleaners to sit or soak on the surface of your
sink.

If the surface becomes excessively dirty, consider using Glass Plus
a liquid dish soap with water.

Clean your Kohler faucet and drain according to the Care and
Cleaning instructions in your faucet/drain Homeowners Guide.

or

®

One-Year Limited Warranty — USA and Canada

KOHLER®plumbing fixtures, faucets and fittings are warranted to be
free of defects in material and workmanship for one year from date of
installation.

Kohler Co. will, at its election, repair, replace or make appropriate
adjustment where Kohler Co. inspection discloses any such defects
occurring in normal usage within one year after installation. Kohler
Co. is not responsible for removal or installation costs.

To obtain warranty service, contact Kohler Co. either through your
Dealer, Plumbing Contractor, Home Center or E-tailer, or by writing

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One-Year Limited Warranty — USA and Canada (cont.)

Kohler Co., Attn.: Customer Service Department, 444 Highland Drive,
Kohler, WI 53044, USA, or by calling 1-800-4-KOHLER from within the
USA, 1-800-964-5590 from within Canada and 001-877-680-1310 from
within Mexico.

Implied warranties including that of merchantability and fitness for
a particular purpose are expressly limited in duration to the duration
of this warranty, Kohler Co. disclaims 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 is our exclusive written warranty.

Notes:

1. There may be variation in color fidelity between catalog images and
actual plumbing fixtures.

2. Kohler Co. reserves the right to make changes in product
characteristics, packaging or availability at any time with out notice.

COPYRIGHT © 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 BY KOHLER CO.

One-Year Warranty — Mexico

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
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

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One-Year Warranty — Mexico (cont.)

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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