KOHLER K-T97328-4, K-T97331-4, K-T97332-4, K-T97344-4 Installation Manual

Installation and Care Guide

Floor-Mount Bath Faucet

K-T97328-4 K-T97331-4

K-T97332-4 K-T97344-4

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Tools

Plus:

• 3/16" Masonry Bit (for concrete installation)

• Conventional Woodworking Tools

Sealant Tape

• Plumbing Tools and Materials

Important Information

CAUTION: Risk of personal injury. Do not use the bath
filler as a grab bar or support bar when entering or exiting
the bath. The bath filler is not designed to support weight.

NOTICE: To avoid damage to the O-rings on the bottom of the
faucet, keep the faucet vertical and use care when installing the
faucet.

NOTE: A minimum operating pressure of 45 psi (310 kPa) is
required for proper operation. If a pressure of less than 45 psi (310
kPa) is present, contact a plumber or choose another faucet.

For use with automatic compensating valves rated at 1.6 gal/min
(6.1 l/min) or less.

Observe all local plumbing and building codes.
Shut off the water supply.
A drill bit is provided for installation to wood support. Use an

appropriate drill bit for other materials.
The dimensions given assume the spout and bath are mounted on

the same surface. Adjust the dimensions accordingly if the spout
and bath are mounted on different surfaces.

If this product is installed with an overflowing bath, the outer rim
of the bath should slightly overlap the 2x4 framing.

Installer supplied copper tubing must be 5/8″ OD (1/2″
Nominal).

Carefully review this document and any appropriate rough-in
sheets. Design the bath enclosure accordingly.

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Important Information (cont.)

The appearance of your faucet may differ from the illustrations in
this guide. The instructions still apply.

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Finished
Floor

Subfloor

2-1/4"
(57 mm) Min
3-1/6"
(78 mm) Max

Wood Support

Base
Centerline

2-3/4"
(70 mm)
Min

Bath

Finished
Floor

7-7/8"
(200 mm)
Min

Finished
Wall

1. Prepare the Site

IMPORTANT! 2x6 lumber is NOT adequate for this application.

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Prepare the Site (cont.)

NOTICE: Adequate floor support is required. The wood support
must be a minimum of 2″ (51 mm) thick by 6″ (152 mm) wide. 2x6
lumber is NOT adequate for this application.

NOTE: Concrete can be used as the floor support.

Plan out the bath filler placement based on the dimensions above.
Cut a hole in the subfloor large enough to install the wood

support between two floor joists.
Secure a wood support 2-1/4″ (57 mm) - 3-1/16″ (78 mm) below

the height of the finished floor.

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Top View

Hot

Pencil

Cold

Wall

Bath

2. Spout Orientation

NOTE: Verify correct spout orientation before securing the base to
the wooden support.

NOTE: The base has a blue mark and a notch on the cold supply
side.

Orient the base with the cold supply side notch placed in the
direction shown.

If possible, dry fit the faucet to the base using the screws and
washers. Orient the spout to the inside of the bath.

If your faucet is not available at this time, make sure the base is
positioned so the faucet will properly run water into the bath.

Mark the mounting hole locations on the wooden support.
Mark the orientation of the base and where the notch is

positioned on the wooden support.

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Screw

Washer

Floor Joist

Base

3/16"
Mounting Hole

Wood Support

3. Install the Base

If attached, remove the faucet from the base.
Drill 1-1/2″ (380 mm) deep holes with a 3/16″ drill bit (provided)

using the marked locations as the center point.
If using concrete as the floor support, drill 1-1/2″ (380 mm) deep

holes with a 3/16″ masonry bit (not provided).
Realign the base to the position you marked. Make sure the cold

supply side notch is in the correct orientation.
Secure the base to the support with the screws and washers

provided.
Verify the base is level and tighten the screws.

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Guard

Hot
Supply

Plug

Base

Blue Mark

Notch

Screw

Cold Supply

4. Connect the Supplies

NOTE: The base has a blue mark and a notch on the cold supply
side.

Apply sealant tape on the ½″ NPT hot and cold supply pipes and
thread into the base.

Insert the plug into the base.
Turn on the water supply and check for leaks.
Turn off the water supply.
Secure the guard onto the base with the screws provided.

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Fit the finished floor
between the
Min and Max lines.

Guard

Finished Floor

5. Install the Finished Floor

Finish the floor leaving a 3″ (76 mm) diameter hole for the guard.
Cut the guard so it is flush with the finished flooring.

Ø 3"
(76 mm)

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Plug

O-Rings

Base

Hex
Wrench

Escutcheon

Screw

Washer

Flange

6. Install the Faucet

NOTICE: To avoid damage to the O-rings on the bottom of the
faucet, keep the faucet vertical and use care when installing the
faucet.

Make sure the water is turned off.
Relieve the water pressure.
Remove the plug from the base.
Remove the rubber protector (not shown) from the faucet.
Place the faucet onto the base and insert the screws and washers

provided through the flange.
Tighten the screws using the hex wrench provided.
Slide the escutcheon down onto the floor, covering the base.

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Handshower
Holder

Diverter

Washer

Hose

7. Install the Handshower

Install the handshower hose as shown.

K-T97332-4

Diverter

Handshower
Holder

Washer

Hose

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Handshower

Handshower
Holder

Aerator

Washer

Washer

Insert

Hose

Aerator

Handshower
Diverter

8. Installation Checkout

Ensure the faucet handle is in the OFF position.
Remove the aerator from the spout.
Turn on the water supply and check for leaks.
Point the hose into the bath and turn the faucet handle to the ON

position.
Pull the diverter out to send water through the hose to remove

debris.
Turn the faucet off to reset the diverter.
Turn the faucet on and run hot and cold water through the spout

to remove debris.
Check for leaks.
Turn the faucet off.
Reinstall the aerator and install the handshower to the hose. Place

the handshower into the handshower holder.

Handle

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Care and Cleaning

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

•

Use a mild detergent such as liquid dishwashing soap and warm
water for cleaning. Do not use abrasive cleaners that may scratch
or dull the surface.

•

Carefully read the cleaner product label to ensure the cleaner is
safe for use on the material.

•

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

•

Do not allow cleaners to sit or soak on the surface.

•

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

•

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.

Warranty

KOHLER®Faucet Lifetime Limited Warranty

Kohler Co. warrants its Faucets* manufactured after January 1, 1997, to
be leak and drip free during normal residential use for as long as the
original consumer purchaser owns his or her home. If the Faucet
should leak or drip during normal use, Kohler Co. will, free of charge,
mail to the purchaser the cartridge necessary to put the Faucet in good
working condition. This warranty applies only to Kohler Faucets
installed in the United States of America, Canada or Mexico (″North
America″).

Kohler Co. also warrants all other aspects of the faucet or accessories
(″Faucet″)*, (except gold, non-Vibrant
of defects in material and workmanship during normal residential use
for as long as the original consumer purchaser owns his or her home.
This warranty applies only to Kohler Faucets installed in North
America. If a defect is found in normal residential use, Kohler Co. will,
at its election, repair, provide a replacement part or product, or make
appropriate adjustment. Damage to a product caused by accident,
misuse, or abuse is not covered by this warranty. Improper care and

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, non-chrome finishes) to be free

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Warranty (cont.)

cleaning will void the warranty**. Proof of purchase (original sales
receipt) must be provided to Kohler Co. with all warranty claims.
Kohler Co. is not responsible for labor charges, installation, or other
incidental or consequential costs. In no event shall the liability of
Kohler Co. exceed the purchase price of the Faucet.

If the Faucet is used commercially or is installed outside of North
America, or if the finish is gold, non-Vibrant or a painted or powder
coated color finish, Kohler Co. warrants the Faucet to be free from
defects in material and workmanship for one (1) year from the date the
product is installed, under Kohler Co.’s standard one-year limited
warranty.

If you believe that you have a warranty claim, 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. Please be sure to provide all
pertinent information regarding your claim, including a complete
description of the problem, the product, model number, color, finish,
the date the product was purchased and from whom the product was
purchased. Also include your original invoice. For other information,
or to obtain the name and address of the service and repair facility
nearest you, call 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 THESE
WARRANTIES 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 ALL LIABILITY FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states/provinces do not
allow limitations of how long an implied warranty lasts or the
exclusion or limitation of such damages, so these limitations and
exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives the consumer
specific legal rights. You may also have other rights that vary from
state/province to state/province.

This is Kohler Co.’s exclusive written warranty.

*Trend
components; WaterHaven

faucets, MasterShower®tower, BodySpa systems and

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tower, systems and components; Tripoint

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faucets, Polished Gold, non-Vibrant and painted or powder coated
finishes, fittings; all items within the ″Fixture Related″ section of the
Kohler Faucets Price Book, drains, Duostrainer

sink strainers,

®

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