Kraus FVS13900CH Installation manual

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INSTALLATION GUIDE

Aquila Single Lever Vessel Faucet

FVS-13900

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Congratulations on the purchase of your new Kraus plumbing xture!

Please keep the box and packaging materials until your product is completely installed. If you have any questions, require technical assistance, or have any problems with your product:

DO NOT RETURN TO STORE

Please contact our Customer Service Team 1-800-775-0703 / customerservice@kraususa.com

Have the model number available, and retain a copy of your receipt with purchase date for reference.

If for any reason this product does not meet your expectations, please be sure to repack this product in the original box and packaging material to avoid damage during transit.

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7/8”

19.7

(22mm)

8 5/16”

1 1/4-18UNF-2A

(21mm)

10 1/8”

(257mm)

1 3/8”

(35mm)

Prior to Installation:

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

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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”

For technical assistance or replacement parts, please contact Kraus

Customer Service and one of our representatives will be happy to help:

Toll-Free: 800-775-0703 or Customerservice@kraususa.com

Tools you will need:

Adjustable Wrench

Phillips Screwdriver

Safety Goggles

Bucket

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FVS-13900 Diagram and Parts List

C D

A. Faucet Body

B. Base Metal Ring

C. Base O-Ring

D. Rubber Washer

E. Metal Washer

F. Mounting Nut

G. Mounting Screws

H. Hot & Cold Waterlines

I. Aerator Assembly

I 1. Aerator Washer

I 2. Aerator

I 3. Aerator Cover

J. Hex Wrench

E F

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Faucet Dimensions

12°

∅33~∅35 ∅1 5/16”~∅1 3/8”

Hot Water Cold Water

290

11 13/32”

Max35

Max1 3/8”

135

5 5/16”

∅54 ∅2 1/8”

235

9 1/4”

259

10 7/32”

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Step1: Install mounting hardware and waterlines

Remove mounting nut (F) with

mounting screws (G) attached.

Remove metal washer (E)

and rubber washer (D) from

threaded mounting pipe. Place

B C

E F G

faucet body (A) on a soft cloth,

spout facing up. Secure the hot

& cold waterlines (H) at the base

of the faucet (HAND-TIGHTEN

ONLY)

A. Hot Side: Left

B. Cold Side: Right

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, with

hot & cold waterlines (H) and

base O-ring (C) attached. Attach

B C

E F

rubber washer (D), metal washer

(E), and mounting nut (F) to

threaded mounting pipe

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B C

D E

B C

E F

Step 3: Secure faucet

After adjusting direction of faucet

body (A), tighten mounting nut

(F) with adjustable wrench until

snug. Secure mounting nut (F) by

tightening mounting screws (G)

with a Phillips head screwdriver

Step 4: Connect waterlines to faucet and 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

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Step 5: Flush faucet

B C

D E

F G

Replacement Part List - FVS-13900

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)

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 Washer

13. Metal Washer

14. Mounting Nut

15. Mounting Screw

16. Cold Waterline

17. Hot Waterline

18. Hex Wrench

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Trouble - Shooting

Hot Water

Cold Water

Push

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

Aerator drips or has inconsistent water flow pattern

Water will not shut off completely

Locking nut (5) has come loose

Aerator (8) may be dirty or not seated properly

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). Tighten locking nut (5) with adjustable wrench.

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

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

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.

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Codes/Standards Applicable:

NSF/ANSI 372

GREEN

Water Eciency

LEAD FREE

NSF/ANSI 61

ASME A112.18.1M

1.2GPM 4.5L/min maximum

FAUCET WARRANTY

Kraus products are manufactured and tested to the highest quality standards by Kraus USA Inc. (“Kraus”). Kraus extends this warranty to the original purchaser for personal household use of the “Faucet” in its original location. The warranty is non-transferable.

Kraus warrants the structure and nish of the product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal usage for the lifetime of the product. The warranty commences from the initial date of purchase by the owner or trade professional, from an authorized Kraus dealer, through the lifetime of the original owner or end-user.

Kraus warrants the mechanical components (such as sprayhead assembly) of the product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal usage for a period of one (1) year. The warranty commences from the initial date of purchase by the owner or trade professional, from an authorized Kraus dealer, through the one (1) year term of the original owner or end-user.

Kraus warrants the mechanical component (cartridge) of the product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal usage for a period of ve (5) years. The warranty commences from the initial date of purchase by the owner or trade professional, from an authorized Kraus dealer, through the ve (5) year term of the original owner or end-user.

Any product reported to the authorized dealer or to Kraus as being defective within the warranty or replaced with a product of equal value at the option of Kraus. This warranty

extends to the original owner or

period will be repaired

end-user, and is not transferable to a subsequent owner.

RESTRICTIONS

This warranty does not cover antediluvian, discontinued, or display products, whether such items are purchased at discount outlets, unauthorized dealers, and/or sold on clearance.

This warranty does not cover instances of negligence, misuse, abuse, improper installation, carelessness, accident, hard water or mineral deposits, exposure to corrosive materials, misapplication, damages caused by improper maintenance, alteration of the product, or failure to follow care or installation instructions enclosed with your product. Avoid using abrasive cleaners such as powders, bleach, ammonia, alcohol, or

chlorine. Avoid using abrasive pads, steel wool, or

wire brushes, as these will damage and wear down the nish.

This warranty does not apply to Products that have not been installed or operated in accordance with instructions supplied by Kraus and all applicable rules, regulations, and legiswlation pertaining to such installations.

This warranty does not apply unless the Kraus product is installed by a fully insured and licensed trade professional. Kraus insists that such professionals have experience in the installation of bathroom and kitchen manufactured goods

This warranty does not cover labor charges or costs of removal and reinstallation of said product. This warranty does not allow recovery of incidental or consequential damages, such as loss of use, delay, property damage, or other consequential damages, and Kraus accepts no liability for such damages.

This warranty does not cover Marine or Outdoor Installation.

Except as otherwise provided above, Kraus makes no warranties, expressed or implied, including warranties of

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merchantability and tness for a particular purpose, or compliance with any code. Shipping charges will be covered for the rst (1) year of the warranted replacement part or product (HI, AK, and Puerto

Rico shipping charges may apply). International shipping fees are not included.

COMMERCIAL WARRANTY

Kraus extends the above warranty for a period of one (1) year to purchasers of products for industrial, commercial, and business use.

All incidental or consequential damages are specically excluded. No additional warranties, express or implied, are given, including but not limited to any implied warranty of merchantability or tness for a particular purpose.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

If you are a homeowner please contact a Kraus Customer Service Representative at:

Kraus USA, Inc. 12 Harbor Park Drive Port Washington, NY 11050 Toll-free 800-775-0703 Customerservice@kraususa.com

If you are a plumbing contractor or trade professional please contact a Kraus Pro Representative at:

Kraus USA, Inc. 12 Harbor Park Drive Port Washington, NY 11050 516-801-8955 Proservice@kraususa.com

If you are an Authorized Partner please contact a Partner Support Representative at:

Kraus USA, Inc. 12 Harbor Park Drive Port Washington, NY 11050 516-801-8954 Partnersupport@kraususa.com

In requesting warranty service, please be ready to provide:

1. Proof of purchase.

2. A description of the problem.

Download the Kraus Care & Maintenance Guide at:

http://www.kraususa.com/maintenance

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