Kohler K-4108 Users Manual

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Homeowners Guide

Bidet Seat with Remote Control

K-4108

M product numbers are for Mexico (i.e. K-12345M) Los números de productos seguidos de M corresponden a México (Ej. K-12345M) Français, page “Français-1” Español, página “Español-1”

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Important User Information

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE

USING

When using electrical products, especially when children are present, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

WARNING: Risk of electric shock or product damage. Do

not immerse or ﬂush the product with water.

WARNING: Risk of personal injury. Replacement of the UV lamp must only be performed by qualiﬁed service personnel.

CAUTION: Risk of personal injury. Do not remove the UV lamp protective cover. Eye damage may result from viewing the UV light directly.

IMPORTANT! Risk of product damage. Do not install this seat in a location exposed to excessive moisture where condensation might form on the product surface. Provide adequate ventilation when bathing to avoid damage to the electronic components due to high humidity levels.

IMPORTANT! Risk of product or property damage. Pushing or pulling on the water connection may cause water leakage.

IMPORTANT! Risk of product damage. Do not apply excessive force to the spray wands. Product may break.

IMPORTANT! Risk of product damage. In areas where water may freeze in the pipes, make arrangements to keep the pipes warm. Any water remaining in the seat may freeze during storage during the winter. Allow the unit to warm to room temperature before reinstalling or using.

IMPORTANT! Risk of product damage. Do not supply electrical power to the unit until the plumbing installation work has been completed; it could cause the product to malfunction.

NOTE: The thermal protectors may trip during storage or transportation in warm weather causing the unit to not operate. Allow the unit to cool to room temperature before installation or operation.

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Important User Information (cont.)

When using electrical products, especially when children are present, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

DANGER: To reduce the risk of electrocution:

Do not place or store this appliance where it can fall or be pulled into a bath or sink.

Do not place in or drop into water or other liquid. Do not reach for a product that has fallen into water. Unplug

immediately.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of low-grade burns, electric shock, ﬁre or injury to persons:

Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by or near the very young, the elderly, or invalids. Children should not be permitted to use or touch this appliance. Do not leave children unattended in any room where this product is installed. Adjust the temperature of the toilet seat for the elderly, those who are incapacitated, or persons with sensitive skin.

Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in the manual. Do not use attachments not recommended by Kohler Co.

Never operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped, damaged, or dropped into water. Return this product for examination and repair.

Keep the cord away from heated surfaces. Never block the air openings of the product or place it on a soft

surface, such as a bed or couch, where the air openings may be blocked. Keep the air openings free of lint, hair, and the like.

Never use while sleeping or drowsy. Never drop or insert any objects into any opening or hose. Do not use outdoors or where aerosol spray products are being

used or where oxygen is administered. Connect this product to a properly grounded outlet only. See

Grounding Instructions.

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Important User Information (cont.)

Install this product properly by following the installation procedure. Only authorized persons can install or repair the unit. Do not attempt to service this appliance yourself.

Always follow the grounding instructions in this manual before plugging in the unit.

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This product conforms to applicable provisions of US 21 CFR, Chapter 1, Subchapter J, Radiological Health.

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Table of Contents

Important User Information ............................... 2

Remote Control Compliance .............................. 4

Features ............................................ 6

Using the Manual Controls ............................... 7

Using the Remote Control ............................... 9

Removing the Seat ................................... 12

Care and Cleaning .................................... 13

Servicing the Batteries ................................. 14

Replacing the Deodorizer Cartridge ....................... 15

Cleaning the Wand ................................... 16

Cleaning the Filter Screen .............................. 17

Winterizing or Draining the Tank .......................... 18

Troubleshooting ...................................... 18

Warranty ........................................... 22

Remote Control Compliance

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and

2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and

2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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Remote Control Compliance (cont.)

Modiﬁcations: any modiﬁcations made to this device that are not approved by Kohler Co. may void the authority granted to the user by the FCC and Industry Canada to operate this equipment.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:

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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

RF Exposure Warning

This portable transmitter with its antenna complies with FCC’s and Industry Canada’s RF exposure limits for general population/uncontrolled exposure.

This device must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

The term ″IC:″ before the certiﬁcation/registration number only signiﬁes that the Industry Canada technical speciﬁcations were met.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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Features

Remote Control - The remote control allows the user to operate the bidet seat without coming into contact with it. The remote control charges when it is attached to the docking station.

Bidet Wash - Front or rear wash, with pulsating or oscillating action. The water temperature and water pressure are adjustable.

Dryer - Air dryer for use after the bidet. Air temperature can be adjusted.

User Presets - Allows two users to set their preferences. When the user preset is activated, all of the preferences saved with that setting will activate.

Heated Seat - When activated, this features keeps the seat warm. The temperature setting is adjustable.

Deodorizer - Removes or reduces odors from the air when activated.

UV Lamp - Bathes the wand in UV light to disinfect the bidet wand once each day.

Removable Seat - The seat removes easily for cleaning.

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front

rear

pulsate

oscillate

wand

water temp

seat temp

dryer

stop

Using the Manual Controls

NOTE: On functions with multiple settings, press the icon to adjust the setting one level higher. If the feature is set at the highest level, pressing the icon will deactivate it or adjust it to a lower setting. When the feature is set to the lowest level, the bottom indicator is lit. At the second level, the bottom indicator is lit, the second indicator blinks. At the third level the ﬁrst and second indicators are lit. At the fourth level the ﬁrst and second indicators are lit and the top indicator blinks. At the ﬁfth level all three indicators are lit.

A. [stop] - Press this icon to turn off the activated deodorizer function, the air blower function or the cleaning function. The deodorizer function is automatically engaged when the seat sensor detects a user. When pressed, this icon will turn it off, and then reactivate for the next user.

B. [dryer] - Press this icon to activate the dryer function and adjust the air temperature. This function has six settings. The indicator lights will display the current level when activated. This function will stop automatically after 4 minutes of continuous drying.

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Using the Manual Controls (cont.)

C. [wand] - Press this icon to adjust the position of the wand forward or back. This function has ﬁve settings.

D. [rear] - Press this icon to activate the rear wash function. Pressing this icon while rear wash is in process adjusts the water pressure.

E. [front] - Press this icon to activate the front wash function. Pressing this icon while front wash is in process adjusts the water pressure.

F. [pulsate oscillate] - Press the icon to change the ﬂow type. When no indicator light is illuminated, the wand will not pulsate or oscillate. Press the icon once to activate pulsate, a second time to activate oscillate. Press the icon a third time for both oscillate and pulsate to work at the same time. Press the icon a fourth time to stop the oscillating ﬂow and return to standard ﬂow.

G. [water temp] - Press this icon to adjust the water temperature. This function has six settings.

H. [seat temp] - Press this icon to select and set the seat temperature. When the icon is pressed the temperature changes. This function has six settings.

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Top View

Power Button

Front View

Using the Remote Control

NOTE: On functions with multiple settings, press the icon to move the setting one level higher. If the feature is set at the highest level, pressing the icon will deactivate it or adjust it to a lower setting. The remote control displays the setting level next to each feature.

Power Button - The power button is the silver button located on top of the remote control. Push to turn the remote control on. Push to turn off the screen when it is lit.

[preset 1] and [preset 2] - Allows two users to save their preferences. When a user presses the preset, the saved settings will activate. See below for speciﬁc details on setting up and using the presets.

[seat temp] - Press this icon to change the temperature of the seat. There are six settings. The current setting level is displayed on the remote control.

[stop] - Press this icon to stop the front wash or rear wash functions. Press and hold for 3 seconds to turn the remote control off.

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Using the Remote Control (cont.)

[front] - Press this icon to activate the front wash function. Pressing this icon while front wash is in process adjusts the water pressure.

[rear] - Press this icon to activate the rear wash function. Pressing this icon while rear wash is in process adjusts the water pressure.

[dryer] - This icon activates the dryer and adjusts the air temperature. Select once to activate the dryer. To adjust the air temperature, press [dryer] while the dryer is active. The temperature will rise each time the icon is pressed. There are six settings. The current setting level is displayed on the remote control.

[deodorizer] - Press this icon to activate the deodorizer. Press [stop] to deactivate the deodorizer.

NOTE: Pulsate and oscillate can be activated at the same time.

[oscillate] - Press this icon to move the wand in and out while

washing. Press the icon a second time to deactivate the motion. [pulsate] - Press this icon and the wand will alternate the

pressure of the water ﬂow while washing. Press the icon a second time to stop the pulsating ﬂow.

[wand] - Press the wand icon to adjust the position of the wand forward. There are ﬁve settings.

[pressure] - Press the pressure icon to adjust the force of the water from the wand. There are ﬁve settings. The current setting level is displayed on the remote control.

[water temp] - Press this icon to change the temperature of the water spray. There are six settings. The current setting level is displayed on the remote control.

Setting the User Presets

NOTE: The presets allow two users to save their feature settings. When [preset 1] or [preset 2] are selected, the saved preferences will activate.

Adjust the features on the bidet to your preferences. While sitting on the seat, press and hold the preset icon for 3

seconds to store the current settings to memory. While either front wash, rear wash, or air speed is in use, press

and hold [preset 1] or [preset 2] for 3 seconds.

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Using the Remote Control (cont.)

Using the User Presets

When [preset 1] or [preset 2] is selected when you are seated, front wash, rear wash, or air speed will operate at your stored settings.

If the preset icon is pressed while the seat is occupied, the seat will gradually (approximately 2 minutes) change to the preset temperature.

Synchronizing the Remote Control

NOTE: Synchronize the remote control to reestablish a lost connection. When there is no connection, the remote control screen ﬂashes steadily.

NOTE: Charge the remote control on the docking station before performing these steps.

Press and hold the silver button on the top of the remote control for 3 seconds.

The remote control will start up, and ﬂash regularly. Press and hold the power button on the top of the remote control. Select the [dryer] icon until a short beep is heard. Repeat if the remote control did not successfully synchronize with

the bidet seat.

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Mounting Plate

Release Button

Removing the Seat

Removing the Seat for Cleaning

IMPORTANT! When removing the bidet seat for cleaning, take care to avoid exerting any force on the hose connections. Slide the bidet seat forward without putting pressure on the hoses, clean the area around the mounting bracket, and reinstall the bidet seat.

Press the release button. Carefully slide the bidet seat forward enough to allow space to

clean the area under the back of the seat. Slide the bidet seat back into place until the mounting plate and

seat engage.

Removing the Seat for Servicing

Turn off the water supply at the supply stop. Flush the toilet to relieve any pressure from the water supply

hose.

NOTE: The seat will contain water until drained. Refer to the ″Winterize or Drain the Tank″ section.

Unplug the bidet seat power cord. Disconnect the water supply hose from the T-valve. Push in the release button. Slide the bidet seat forward to disengage the seat from the

mounting plate.

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Removing the Seat (cont.)

Reinstall the bidet seat and reconnect all the components when servicing is complete.

Care and Cleaning

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

IMPORTANT! Do not immerse product in water.

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

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

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Do not allow cleaners to soak on surfaces.

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

For detailed cleaning information and products to consider, visit www.kohler.com/clean. To order Care & Cleaning information, call 1-800-456-4537.

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Back of Docking Station

Servicing the Batteries

Remove the remote control from the docking station. Remove the docking station from the wall by carefully lifting up

and out. Push both tabs on the battery compartment outward at the same

time. Open the door to the battery compartment. Remove the batteries. Install the replacement batteries oriented as shown on the

diagram in the battery compartment. Close the door to the battery compartment. Reinstall the docking station on the wall.

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Deodorization Block

Housing

Replacing the Deodorizer Cartridge

NOTE: The deodorizer should be replaced every two years or when its performance is decreasing.

Carefully pry the deodorizer housing away from the bidet seat. Remove the deodorizer block from the housing. Install the replacement deodorizer block. Reinstall the deodorizer housing in the bidet seat.

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Cleaning the Wand

NOTE: The spray wands can only be extended for cleaning when the seat is not activated or occupied.

Raise the cover and seat. Press the [wand] icon on the panel to extend the spray wand

forward for cleaning. Clean the spray wand with a soft-bristled brush and hot water. Press the [wand] icon on the panel again to retract the spray

wand.

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Filter Screen

Long-Nosed Pliers

Cleaning the Filter Screen

NOTE: The ﬁlter screen should be cleaned once every six months or any time there is a drop in water pressure to the bidet wand.

Remove the seat. Turn off the water supply at the supply stop. Disconnect the water supply hose from the seat. Using a long-nosed pliers, carefully remove the ﬁlter screen from

the seat inlet. Clean the ﬁlter screen with a soft-bristled brush. Reinstall the ﬁlter screen. Reinstall the seat.

IMPORTANT! Risk of product damage. Do not cross-thread the connection.

Reconnect the water supply hose to the seat. Turn on the water supply. Check all connections for leaks and make any adjustments as

needed.

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Remove the plug with a coin.

Winterizing or Draining the Tank

Turn off the water supply and unplug the unit. Remove the bidet seat from the toilet. Refer to the ″Remove the

Seat″ section. Use a coin to rotate the drain plug counterclockwise 1/4 turn.

Remove the drain plug. Drain the water from the seat. Reinstall the drain plug. Reinstall the bidet seat if desired, but do not turn on the water if

winterizing. The bidet seat will not operate correctly until the water supply has been turned back on.

If the bidet seat is reinstalled prior to turning the water on, attach a note to the bidet seat indicating the water supply is turned off.

Troubleshooting

This troubleshooting guide is for general aid only. A Kohler Authorized Service Representative or qualiﬁed electrician should correct any electrical problems.

For warranty service, contact the Customer Care Center using the numbers located on the back page of this manual.

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Troubleshooting (cont.)

Cleansing Functions Symptoms Probable Causes Recommended Action

1. There is no

water ﬂow.

A. The seat sensor is

not detecting the user.

A1. Small children may

be too light to be detected by the sensors.

A2. Shift your position

on the seat. The sensors are located on the front of the seat.

B. The water is not

turned on.

B. Open the water

supply stop all the way.

2. The water

pressure is low.

A. The ﬁlter screen is

clogged.

A. Clean or replace the

ﬁlter screen. See the ″Clean the Filter Screen″ section for instructions.

3. Water stops

ﬂowing from the spray wand before I am ﬁnished cleansing.

B. The water supply

stop is partially closed.

A. One minute after

pressing one of the spray icons, washing automatically stops.

B. The user shifted

position and is no longer detected by the seat sensor.

B. Open the water

supply stop all the way.

A. Press the [rear] or

[front] icon again.

B. Shift your position

on the seat. The sensors are located on the front of the seat.

4. Dripping

sounds are heard before and after using

A. The unit is running

through the pre- or post- use cleansing cycle.

A. No action needed.

the cleansing functions.

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Troubleshooting (cont.)

Deodorizer Function Symptoms Probable Causes Recommended Action

1. The [deodorizer]

A. The deodorizer is

not activated.

A. Press the

[deodorizer] icon.

feature doesn’t work.

B. The seat sensor is

not detecting the user.

B. Shift your position

on the seat. The sensors are located on the front of the seat.

2. Odor is not removed.

A. The carbon ﬁlter is

no longer effectively removing the odor. Life expectancy is

A. Replace the carbon

ﬁlter. Visit kohler.com/ serviceparts to order the carbon ﬁlter.

two years.

B. The fan is not

running when the

B1. Conﬁrm there is

power to the seat.

seat is occupied.

B2. Call the Customer

Care Center using the information provided on the back page of this manual.

Dryer Functions Symptoms Probable Causes Recommended Action

1. The dryer

stops during use.

A. Ten minutes after

pressing the

[dryer] icon, the

A. Press the [dryer]

button again.

blower automatically stops.

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Troubleshooting (cont.)

Seat Sensor Symptoms Probable Causes Recommended Action

1. The [front], [rear], [deodorizer],

or [dryer] features work when you press the icon while the seat is not occupied.

2. Even though the seat is occupied, the spray function does not work.

3. The seat doesn’t warm up.

A. The seat sensor is

covered by an object or the seat is wet.

A. The seat sensor

may not be able to detect you depending on the way you are sitting.

A. The bidet is in

energy save mode.

A. Remove any water or

object from the seat sensor area.

A. Shift your position

on the seat. The sensors are located on the front of the seat.

A. The seat will warm

up within 5 minutes after being activated.

A2. Small children may

be too light to be detected by the sensors.

Remote Control Symptoms Probable Causes Recommended Action

1. The remote

control does not operate the seat.

2. The remote control lights are ﬂashing.

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A. The batteries are

getting low or are dead.

B. The batteries are

not installed correctly.

A. The remote control

is not synchronized with the bidet seat.

A. Replace the batteries.

B. Insert the batteries

correctly.

A. Synchronize the

remote control by pressing the power button and simultaneously selecting the [dryer] icon until a short beep is heard.

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Troubleshooting (cont.)

Other Symptoms Probable Causes Recommended Action

1. The seat moves

both up and down and right and left.

A. The bolts for the

mounting plate that secure the main unit are loose.

A. Tighten the bolts for

the mounting plate.

Warranty

ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

KOHLER plumbing products 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 (1) year after installation. Kohler Co. is not responsible for removal or installation costs. Use of in-tank

toilet cleaners will void the warranty.

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.

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. 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 is Kohler Co.’s exclusive written warranty.

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