Kraus FUS-13901 Installation Manual

INSTALLATION MANUAL

Aquila Single Lever Basin Faucet

FUS-13901

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Prior to Installation:

•

Make sure you have all necessary parts by checking the diagram and parts list. If

any part is missing or damaged, please contact Kraus Customer Service at 800-775-

0703 for a replacement

• Turn o the hot and cold water supply at the angle stops and turn on the old

faucet to release any built up pressure. Remove existing faucet. Clean sink or

countertop to remove any debris, plumber’s putty, or silicone

• Place bucket under angle stops. Turn on to ush any debris prior to installing new

plumbing. Shut o angle stops

• Pre-drilled hole size requirement: 1-3/8” (min) – 1-1/2” (max)

• Max countertop thickness: 1-3/8”

Safety Goggles

Adjustable Wrench

(10mm)

7/8”

19.7

º

(22mm)

8 5/16”

1 1/4-18UNF-2A

(21mm)

10 1/8”

(257mm)

1 3/8”

(35mm)

(96mm)

Bucket

Phillips Screwdriver

Tools you will need:

FUS-13901 Diagram and Parts List

A

B

I1

I2

I3

D

C

J

E

F

G

H

A. Faucet Body

B. Base Metal Ring

C. Base O-Ring

D. Rubber O-Washer

E. Metal U-Washer

F. Mounting Screws

G. Mounting Nuts

H. Hot & Cold Waterlines

I. Aerator Assembly

I 1. Aerator Washer

I 2. Aerator

I 3. Aerator Cover

J. Hex Wrench

Faucet Dimensions

Lift Rod Drain Diagram and Parts List

a

b

c

d

e

f

g

i

j

k

l m

n

o

p

h

a. Waste Stopper

b. Drain

c. Rubber Washer

d. Concave Washer

e. Plastic Washer

f. Mounting Nut

g. Tailpipe Washer

h. Tailpipe

i. Top Hat Washer

j. Drain Off Pole

k. Washer

l. Retaining Nut

m. Extender Rod

n. Clip

o. Thumb Screw

p. Lift Pole

Lift Rod Drain Dimensions

Step 1: Install mounting hardware and waterlines

Remove faucet, mounting

hardware, and waterlines from

the box. Remove mounting nuts

(G) from mounting screws (F).

Place faucet body (A) on a soft

cloth, spout facing up. Secure

hot & cold waterlines (H) at

the base of the faucet (HAND-

TIGHTEN ONLY)

A. Hot Side: Left

B. Cold Side: Right

Thread mounting screws (F)

into faucet base, at head up,

and tighten with a Phillips head

screwdriver until snug. Place

base O-ring (C) in groove of base

metal ring (B)

Step 2: Install faucet

Install faucet body (A) through

1-3/8” hole in countertop or sink,

with hot & cold waterlines (H),

mounting screws (F), and base

metal ring (B) attached

A

A

H

C

B

B

F

H

F

G

A

B

F

H

Step 3: Secure faucet

Install rubber O-washer (D)

and metal U-washer (E), over

waterlines (H) and mounting

screws (F), from underneath

the countertop or sink. Attach

mounting nuts (G) to mounting

screws (F) and tighten with

adjustable wrench or 10mm

wrench until snug

Step 4: Connect waterlines to main valve

Thread hot & cold waterlines (H)

onto angle stops and tighten with

adjustable wrench until snug. Turn

on angle stops and check for leaks

(DO NOT TURN ON FAUCET)

A

A

H

D

E

G

F

H

H

C

B

B

F

H

F

G

A

H

B

F

H

Step 5: Install Drain

a

b

c

d

e

f

g

d

g

b

h

b

c

e
f

h

i

k

l

d

g

b

h

b

c

e
f

g

b

h

a

b

• Remove waste stopper (a) from

drain (b). Remove tail pipe (h),
mounting nut (f), plastic washer
(e), and concave washer (d) from
drain (b). Remove retaining nut
(l) and washer (k) from tailpipe

(h)

• Install drain (b), with rubber

washer (c) attached, into the drain
hole. Attach concave washer (d)
with narrow end up, plastic washer
(e), and mounting nut (f) to drain
(b) from underneath countertop or
sink. Secure tightly to sink with an

adjustable wrench

• Thread tailpipe (h) onto drain (b)

and hand-tighten. Adjust tailpipe
(h) so drain o pole opening is to
the rear of the sink

Installer tip: Leave top hat
washer (g) in tailpipe (h)

Installer Tip: Make sure
tailpipe washer (g) is installed
in tailpipe (h)

Step 5: Install Drain

a

b

a

b

c

d
e

f

g

p

o

o

n

j

k

l

p

m

a

d

g

h

b

c

e
f

h

i

k

l

o

n

j

k

l

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m

l

p

d

g

b

h

a

b

c

e
f

o

p

I 1

I 2

I 3

j

• Insert waste stopper (a) into

drain (b). Make sure slot at end
of waste stopper (a) is facing the

rear of the sink

• Insert lift pole rod (p) through the

hole in the back of the faucet body
(a). Loosen thumb screw (o) and
attach extender rod (m) to lift pole

rod (p). Tighten thumb screw (o)

• Insert shortest end of drain o

pole (j) into drain o pole opening
of tailpipe (h). Make sure drain o
pole (j) and slot on waste stopper
(a) engage. Attach washer (k) and
retaining nut (l) through drain o
pole (j). Secure retaining nut (l) to
drain o pole opening of tailpipe (h)

Step 5: Install Drain

Step 6: Flush Faucet

• Place one end of clip (n) on

drain o pole (j). Insert drain o
pole (j) through desired hole of
extender rod (m). Place other end

of clip (n) on drain o pole (j)

Remove aerator assembly (I).

Loosen aerator cover (I 3) with
adjustable wrench. Remove

aerator (I 2) and aerator washer

(I 1). Turn water on for 1
minute to remove any debris.

Reassemble aerator assembly (I)

Installer Tip: You may adjust
the extender rod (m) to a
desired height

n

m

l

g

b

h

a

b

o

p

I 1

I 2

I 3

j

b

I 1

I 2

I 3

Replacement Part List - FUS-13901

1

10

7

8

9

12

11

13

14

15

16

17

3

2

4

5

6

18

1. Metal Handle

2. Set Screw

3. Cover Button

4. Cartridge Cover

5. Locking Nut

6. Cartridge

7. Aerator Washer

8. Aerator

9. Aerator Cover

10. Base Metal Ring

11. Base O-ring

12. Rubber O-Washer

13. Metal U-Washer

14. Mounting Screws

15. Mounting Nuts

16. Cold Waterline

17. Hot Waterline

18. Hex Wrench

1. Waste Stopper

2. Drain

3. Rubber Washer

4. Concave Washer

5. Plastic Washer

6. Mounting Nut

7. Tailpipe Washer

8. Tailpipe

9. Top Hat Washer

10. Drain Off Pole

11. Washer

12. Retaining Nut

13. Extender Rod

14. Clip

15. Thumb Screw

16. Lift Pole Rod

Replacement Part List - Lift Rod Drain

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

9

10

11

12 13

14

15

16

8

Trouble - Shooting

If you have followed the instructions carefully and your faucet still does not work

properly, take the following corrective steps:

PROBLEM CAUSE ACTION

Leakage under the
handle

Locking nut (5) has
come loose

Remove cover button
(3). Loosen set screw (2)
with hex wrench (18).
Remove metal handle
(1). Unscrew cartridge
cover (4) (by hand only).
Tighten locking nut (5)
with adjustable wrench

Aerator drips or has
inconsistent water flow
pattern

Aerator (8) may be dirty
or not seated properly

Unscrew aerator cover
(9) with adjustable
wrench. Remove
aerator (8) and clean
out debris

Water will not shut off
completely

Cartridge (6) may
need to be adjusted or
replaced

Remove cover button
(3). Loosen set screw (2)
with hex wrench (18).
Remove metal handle
(1). Unscrew cartridge
cover (4) (by hand
only). Unscrew locking
nut (5) with adjustable
wrench. Remove
ceramic disc cartridge
(6). Check for cracks

Drain is leaking Washers may be

compromised or
installed incorrectly

Check washers to make
sure they are installed
correctly and not
cracked

Care & Maintenance

*To keep the product clean & shining, follow the steps below:

1. Rinse with clean water & dry with a soft cloth

2. Do not clean with soaps, acid, polish, abrasives, or harsh cleaners

3. Do not use cloth with a coarse surface

4. Unscrew the aerator and clean when necessary

*This installation manual is subject to change without further notice.

Hot
Water

Cold
Water

Push

Codes/Standards Applicable:

KRAUS LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY

This product has been manufactured and tested to the highest quality standards
by Kraus USA Inc. (“Kraus”). We offer our customers thoughtfully crafted fixtures
& accessories, engineered for enduring performance over years of use.

WHO IS COVERED BY THE WARRANTY

This warranty extends to the original purchaser only. This warranty is not
transferable, between homes or owners and is only applicable to residential use.

WHAT IS COVERED BY THE WARRANTY

Kraus warranties this product against defects due to material or craftsmanship
error during the warranty period: Kraus will provide replacement parts at
no charge, or at its option, replace any product or part of the product that is
deemed defective, under normal installation, use, service and maintenance. If
Kraus is unable to provide a replacement and repair is not practical or cannot
be made in timely fashion, Kraus may elect to refund the purchase price in
exchange for the return of the product.

CONDITIONS AND EXCLUSIONS

Like other home fixtures, Kraus products will require light maintenance to
ensure proper function. We provide you with complete knowledge to perform
this maintenance and can also recommend resources if you are unable to fulfill
this service.

A. Kraus will not be responsible for product failures due to lack of maintenance
or proper use. Please read your care and maintenance documentation to deter­mine the limits of proper use.

B. The original sales receipt, order number, and/or proof of purchase must be

presented at the time of the warranty claim, without exception, for this warranty
to be applied to all Kraus products.

NSF/ANSI 372

NSF/ANSI 61

ASME A112.18.1M

1.5GPM 5.7L/min maximum

GREEN

Water Eciency

LEAD FREE

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C. Kraus recommends installing all Kraus products with a licensed, professional
plumber. Kraus will not be held responsible for any damage or product failure
due to improper installation, misuse, or failure to use a licensed professional.
Please read your care and maintenance documentation to determine the limits
of proper use.

D. Commercial use will automatically void this warranty.

E. This warranty is not applicable to Kraus products purchased from an unau-

thorized seller. For a complete list of authorized sellers please visit http://www.
kraususa.com/where-to-buy.html

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By the purchase and use of our products, you agree that Kraus is not liable
for incidental, consequential or special damages associated with the return,
replacement, installation or use of your product. This includes freight costs,
cartridge replacement, labor, travel time, lost profit, home damages and other
contingent liabilities and costs (including, without limitation, costs associated
with experts, investigations, analyses, attorneys and other professionals and
services). The Kraus warranty is a comprehensive and explicit limit of liability,
and all items outside of it are not addressable by or the responsibility of
Kraus. Certain states have variances regarding implied warranties and in those
situations we remain fully compliant.

KRAUS USA Inc. makes no implication that products comply with any or all local
building or plumbing codes. It is the consumer’s responsibility to determine
local code compliance. This warranty extends to the original purchaser and first
consumer.

HELP LINE

For additional assistance at any point in the installation process, please call us at

1.800.775.0703 or email us at [e-mail]

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