
MARIPOSA
®
Features
Acrylic
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VibrAcoustic technology emits sound waves and
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offers a surround sound experience
Six transducers and a control amplifier with 25’
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(7.6 m) of wiring
User-friendly high-resolution color touch screen in
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polished chrome
Molded lumbar support and armrests for comfort
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Textured bottom surface
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Drop-in or alcove installation
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Optional front apron for alcove installation
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72″ (1829 mm) x 36″ (914 mm) x 20″
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(508 mm) - Drop-in models
72″ (1829 mm) x 36″ (914 mm) x 21-1/4″
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(540 mm) - Integral flange models
Codes/Standards Applicable
Specified model meets or exceeds the following:
CSA B45.5/IAPMO Z124
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ASTM E162
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ASTM E662
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UL 1795
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6’ VIBRACOUSTIC®BATH
K-1257-VB
ALSO K-1257-VBL, K-1257-VBR
Colors/Finishes
0: White
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CP: Polished Chrome
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BN: Brushed Nickel
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Other: Refer to Price Book for additional colors/finishes
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Specified Model
Model Description Colors/Finishes
K-1257-VBL 6’ VibrAcoustic bath with integral flange, left drain (shown) ❑ 0 ❑ Other_____
K-1257-VBR 6’ VibrAcoustic bath with integral flange, right drain ❑ 0 ❑ Other_____
K-1257-VB 6’ VibrAcoustic drop-in bath ❑ 0 ❑ Other_____
Recommended Accessories
K-7166-AF Pop-up drain – above-the-floor installation OR ❑ CP ❑ Other_____
K-7213 Cable drain with PVC tee and pipe OR ❑ CP ❑ Other_____
K-7214 Cable drain without PVC tee and pipe OR ❑ CP ❑ Other_____
K-7259 Toe-tap drain ❑ CP ❑ Other_____
1172315 VibrAcoustic interface mounting plate (non-CP finish) ❑ BN
K-1283 6’ Removable apron (Continued) ❑ 0 ❑ Other_____
Product Specification
The acrylic VibrAcoustic bath shall be 72″ (1829 mm) in length, 36″ (914 mm) in width, and 20″ (508 mm) in height (drop-in
models), or 72″ (1829 mm) in length, 36″ (914 mm) in width, and 21-1/4″ (540 mm) in height (integral flange models). Bath shall
be for drop-in or alcove installation. Bath shall feature VibrAcoustic technology offering a surround sound experience. Bath shall
have six transducers and a control amplifier with 25’ (7.6 m) of wiring. Bath shall feature user-friendly high-resolution color touch
screen in polished chrome. Bath shall have molded lumbar support and armrests for comfort. Bath shall have a left or right drain.
Bath shall feature a textured bottom surface. Bath shall be Kohler Model K-1257-___-____.
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USA/Canada: 1-800-4KOHLER
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(1-800-456-4537)
www.kohler.com

MARIPOSA
K-1491 (Continued) Bath pillow ❑ 0 ❑ Other_____
K-1601 Bath footstop ❑ 0 ❑ Other_____
®
Technical Information
Fixture*: *Approx. measurements for comparison only.
Basin area, bottom 50″ (1270 mm) x 24″ (610 mm)
Basin area, top 65″ (1651 mm) x 27″ (686 mm)
Weight 88 lbs (39.9 kg)
Water depth 14″ (356 mm) to overflow
Capacity 72 gal (272.5 L) to overflow
Amplifier/control: Power per channel V Hz
15 (rms) W 120 50/60z
Required Electrical Service
Dedicated circuit required, protected with Class A
Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter (GFCI) or Residual
Current Device (RCD): Amplifier/control, 120 V, 15 A,
50/60 Hz
18"
(457 mm)
Installation Notes
Install this product according to the installation guide.
Drop-in cutout: 70″ (1778 mm) x 34″ (864 mm)
Control amplifier fits 16″ (406 mm) center studs. A grounded
outlet within the wall framing must be within 24″ (610 mm) of
the planned control amplifier.
Cables are included, 25’ (7.6 m) each.
Floor support under bath must provide for a minimum of
39.7 lbs/square foot (193.8 kg/square meter) loading.
If installing a rim mount faucet, make sure any plumbing does
not interfere with the drain overflow and circulating system
before drilling any holes. Consult local and national codes for
minimum air gap requirements if installing a spout on the
faucet deck.
Ensure that the bath, user interface, amplifier, and
transducers are functional before completing the installation.
The apron must be installed before the finished floor and wall
materials are installed.
No change in measurements if connected with
drain illustrated. (K-7166-AF)
Recommended Faucet Area
1-1/4"
(32 mm)
1/2"
(13 mm) R.
Integral Flange Detail
5-5/8"
(143 mm)
3-1/2"
(89 mm)
User Interface
7/8"
(22 mm)
10-1/4"
(260 mm)
72" (1829 mm)
*10"
(254 mm)
3-1/2"
(89 mm)
1" (25 mm)
3"
2-7/8"
(73 mm)
(76 mm)
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1-1/2"
(38 mm)
*24"
(610 mm)
Drop-in Rim Detail
1-1/4"
(32 mm)
Lumbar
Angle
42˚
21-1/4"
(540 mm)
*Recommended User
Interface Location
Product Diagram
14-1/2"
(368 mm)
1-1/2"
(38 mm)
20"
(508 mm)
3-3/16"
(81 mm)
11-3/4"
(298 mm)
Control Amplifier
36" (914 mm)
18-1/2"
(470 mm)
1-1/2"
Bath Drain