
Installation Guide
Bypass Shower and Bath Doors
K-706007, K-706016, K-706017, K-706018, K-706019
Bypass Shower DoorsBypass Bath Doors
USA/Canada: 1-800-4KOHLER
Mexico: 001-800-456-4537
www.kohler.com
Required Tools
Parts Identification
1198346**
Skin Pack
Outside Roller Inside Roller Roller Cap Roller PlugClipScrew
1185731**
Bubble Pack
Anchor Bumper
1206630** (1/4" Center Guide)
1206631** (3/8" Center Guide)
Skin Pack
Screw
#10-24 x 1-1/4"
Screw
#8-18 x 1-1/2"
#10-24 x 1-3/8"
Screw
#8-18 x 3"
Screw
#10-16 x 1-1/2"
Screw
#8-18 x 3/8"
*Call Customer Care Center to order replacement parts.
**Finish/color code must be specified when ordering.
Retain this document for future servicing.
Record model number from box for reference.
Model Number:______________
#6-20 x 1/4"
1049033-D
Screw
1197566-01**
Retainer
Cleat
Screw
#6-20 x 1/4"
1049043-D
Screw
Wall Jamb
Cap
1181060**
Wall Jamb Cap
Center
Guide
1077762
Anchor
1048208-C
1048208-W
Screw
(#8-18 x 1-1/2")
(#8-18 x 3")
1208955**
Clip
1198328-A
1198328-B
Screw
(#10-24 x 1-1/4")
(#10-24 x 1-3/8")
1197564-01** [60" (1524 mm)]
1197564-02** [48" (1219 mm)]
Header
1187908**
Roller Cap
#8-18 x 3/8"
1042520-F
Screw
1186360**
Bumper Cover
1188940-01**
Cleat
1185260
Inside Roller
1/8"
Tin Snips
100% Silicone Sealant Masking Tape
5/16" Masonry Bit for Tile
9/64"
5/32"
5/16"
#10-16 x 1-1/2"
1182686-01** [58" (1473 mm)]
1182686-02** [70" (1778 mm)]
1182686-03** [56" (1422 mm)]
1182686-04** [78" (1981 mm)]
Wall Jamb
1195781**
Roller Plug
1183338-01** [58" (1473 mm)]
1183338-02** [78-1/4" (1988 mm)]
Seal
Outside Door Panel*
1198345
Outside
Roller
1187908**
Roller Cap
1198136-01**
1198136-02**
Towel Bar
[18" (457 mm)]
[24" (610 mm)]
1185293** (1/4")
1185349** (3/8")
Center Guide
Inside Door Panel*
1187796**
Handles with
Templates
32 Teeth Per Inch Blade
CAUTION: Risk of injury. Do not attempt to cut
tempered glass.
IMPORTANT! Do not cut the header the same length
as the threshold.
IMPORTANT! Walls must be within 3/8" (10 mm) of
plumb. This unit will not function properly if the walls
are more than 3/8" (10 mm) out of plumb.
Cover the drain with tape to avoid loss of small parts.
Follow the silicone sealant manufacturer's instructions
for application and curing time.
Miter Box
Measure distance "A." Subtract 1/4" (6 mm) from "A"
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and cut the threshold.
Position the threshold at least 2-1/2" (64 mm) from the
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inside ledge. Ensure parallel on the ledge and centered
between the walls. File the ends to match radius corners.
Apply 100% silicone sealant to the bottom of the
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threshold. Tape in place toward the front of the ledge.
1179922-01** [60" (1524 mm)]
1179922-02** [48" (1219 mm)]
1179922-03** [40-7/8" (1038 mm)]
Threshold
Mark the center of the threshold. Apply 100% silicone
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sealant to the bottom of the guide. Align and rotate the
guide down on the center mark. Tape in place.
Important! The threshold and wall jamb must be
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plumb with the ledge and wall. Position the wall jamb
over the threshold. Trim and file the ends to match
radius corners.
A
Cut Line
A
Position the wall jambs over the threshold. Plumb and
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tape in place.
x2
1/4"
(6 mm)
"A" Mark
2-1/2"
(64 mm)
Mark 1" (25 mm) down inside each wall jamb. Remove
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the wall jambs.
x2
1"
(25 mm)
Drill a 9/64" hole and install the wall jamb screw,
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leaving 1/8" (6 mm) out.
#10-16 x 1-1/2"
x2
1/8"
(3 mm)
Slide the wall jamb up over the screw, then down onto
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the threshold. Important! The jamb must be tight
against the wall. Adjust the screw as needed.
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Align a cleat with the top of the jamb and mark two
10
holes diagonally.
x2
Drill 5/16” holes at the two diagonal cleat marks. Insert
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anchors.
x2
3
2
1
Important! The cleat must be level and plumb with the
wall jamb. Align the cleat with the wall jamb and secure
with two screws.
#8-18 x 1-1/2"
#8-18 x 3" (for wall units)
x2
Measure distance "B" between the cleat legs.
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B
Important! Do not cut the header too short. Add 1" (25
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mm) to "B" and cut the header and retainer.
HeaderRetainer
1"
(25 mm)
Rotate the header in place and secure to each cleat with
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two self-drilling screws.
x2
#8-18 x 3/8"
Inside panel: install the inside rollers and screws in the
16
upper holes.
(#10-24 x 1-1/4")
(#10-24 x 1-3/8")
Label on this
Side of Glass
x2
5-1/2"
(140 mm)
Outside panel: install an outside roller, clip, and screw
17
in each upper hole. Ensure the clip is vertical.
(#10-24 x 1-1/4")
(#10-24 x 1-3/8")
Install
vertically.
x2
3-1/8"
(79 mm)
With help, lift the inside panel over the guide and into
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the track. Ensure the rollers operate smoothly. Refer to
the Troubleshooting table as needed.
"B" Mark
B
With help, lift the outside panel onto the track and over
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the guide. Ensure the rollers operate smoothly. Refer to
the Troubleshooting table as needed.
Cut Line
Important! Position the screws at the dimensions
shown. Drill 5/32" holes into the retainer. Slide the
retainer between the panels. Secure to the header with
six screws.
12" (305 mm)
#6-20 x 1/4"
6"
(152 mm)
1-1/2"
(13 mm)
Inside Panel
Apply 100% silicone sealant to the back of the bumper.
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Open the bumper and install over the cleat. Press tight
to engage the tabs.
x2
Label on this
Side of Glass
Towel bar models: assemble the towel bars with a
2220
spacer on each side of the door panel. Position the pins
with the notches down. Use a hex wrench to tighten the
screws.
Outside Panel
x2
Pin
Spacers
Notch
Handle models: mark distance "C" on the glass. Use
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alcohol wipes to clean the glass at the handle installation
location. Ensure the inside panel is closest to the
showerhead.
Bath:
C = 21" (533 mm)
Shower:
C = 37-1/2" (953 mm)
C
C
Handle models (continued): align the top of the
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template with the mark. Remove the adhesive backing
and align the handle with the template.
Snap a cap on each of the four rollers. Install two roller
plugs on the outside panel rollers, with the slots down.
x4
x2
Slot
TROUBLESHOOTING
Symptom: Alignment
1. The top of the door panel is tilted away from the wall.
2. The bottom of the door panel is tilted away from the wall.
3. The door panel does not touch the bumper.
Symptom: Water Leaks
1. Water leaks betwen panels
2. Water leaks between the wall jamb and the door panel.
3. Water leaks under the threshold.
4. Water leaks around the wall jamb area.
Symptom: Operation (open/close)
1. The inside and/or outside panel is difficult to move.
2. Rubbing noise during panel movement.
Trim the wipe seal to the height of the wall jamb.
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Recommended Action
A. Remove the roller caps. Loosen the roller screw and rotate the roller cams. Tip: use the roller cap to rotate the cam.
See steps 16, 17, and 24.
A. Remove the roller caps. Loosen the roller screw and rotate the roller cams. Tip: use the roller cap to rotate the cam.
See steps 16, 17, and 24.
A. Determine whether door panel top or bottom is closer to the wall, and then adjust the roller closest to the wall.
Recommended Action
A. When showering, make sure the inside panel is against the showerhead wall.
A. Adjust the door panel to line up with the wall jamb.
A. Check for proper silicone sealant application. See step 29. Apply more silicone sealant in the leak location.
A. The notched wall jamb fits over the bottom track to cover any miscut or skewed cuts. Seal as directed to ensure proper
watertight seal. See step 29.
Recommended Action
A. Ensure a gap exists between the guide and the door panel. If no gap exists, lower the rollers.
B. Ensure the panel is properly engaged over the bottom track. See step 19.
C. Ensure the rollers are properly installed. See steps 16 and 17.
D. Clean any debris in the header tracks.
A. Ensure the clips are straight and not rubbing on the header. See step 17.
B. Ensure the roller screws are completely tightened. See step 17.
C. Ensure retainer is securely attached. See step 20.
Remove the adhesive backing from the seal. On the side
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closest to the showerhead, attach the seal to the shower
side of the wall jamb.
Apply a small bead of 100% silicone sealant to the
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underside of the wall jamb cap. Press the cap onto the
wall jamb.
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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Apply 100% silicone sealant along the wall jambs inside
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and outside the shower, and apply along the threshold
outside the shower.
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