Installation Guide

Installation Instructions
II. UNDERMOUNT INSTALLATION
1. Position template on countertop. Locate front to rear, so sink
will not interfere with the cabinet.
2. Trace a line around the template. Cut along the inside of
this line to provide opening.
3. Locate and provide for the mounting holes (following
the countertop manufacturer’s instructions). Holes should
allow for even spacing around sink. Type of fasteners to be
as recommended by countertop supplier.
4. Fasten m
ounting brackets to countertop loosely.
5.
U sing a high quality silicone adhesive caulk, apply a bead
evenly all around the top of the sink flanges.
6. Position and align the sink in the countertop opening.
7. Tighten fasteners until mounting brackets are snug against
sink. (See illustration F).
8.
C heck alignment of sink to countertop opening.
9. Tighten down fasteners evenly. Be careful not to over-
tighten. Remove excess caulk and allow caulk to cure
following the caulk manufacturer’s instr
uctions.
C ARE AND CLEANING GUIDE
E lkay E-Granite was created for a lifetime of easy care. Just
follow the simple guidelines listed below.
Routine Care
M ost dirt and stains: Wipe with a damp cotton cloth/sponge
Stubborn stains and water marks: Wipe with a Mr. Clean®
Difficult stains: Use a 3M Scotch-Brite™ Heavy Duty Scour
Pad with either water, 50/50 white vinegar and water solution
or non-abrasive cleaner. Start cleaning in a circular motion
Preventing Damage
• Avoid exposing Elkay E-Granite to strong chemicals, such as
paint removers, oven cleaners, etc. If contact occurs, quickly
flush the surface with water. Do not use straight or undiluted
bleach solution.
• Do not use any abrasive cleaning products, scouring pads or
steel woo
l.
• Do not use caustic solutions containing ammonia or alkalis.
ATTENTION INSTALLER:
• E LKAY RECOMMENDS THAT UNDERMOUNT SINKS SHOULD BE INSTALLED BY A PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCED
INSTALLER.
• WARNING: THE ENCLOSED CUTOUT TEMPLATE PROVIDES A SINK OPENING THAT WILL EXPOSE APPROXIMATELY
1/8" OF SINK RIM LEDGE AS SHOWN IN ILLUSTRATION F.
• IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT YOU DISCUSS THIS WITH YOUR CUSTOMER AND AGREE TO WHAT THE FINISHED
EFFECT WILL BE. ELKAY IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR IMPROP
ER SINK OR COUNTERTOP INSTALLATIONS.
• ELKAY E-GRANITE UNDERMOUNT SINKS MUST BE FASTENED TO SOLID SURFACE COUNTERTOPS ONLY (I.E. GRANITE).
• ELKAY IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR SINK AND COUNTERTOP IF DAMAGED DURING INSTALLATION.
• FOLLOW ALL LOCAL PLUMBING AND BUILDING CODES.
ILLUSTRATION F
MOUNTING CLIP
FASTENER
(NOT FURNISHED)
COUNTERTOP
REVEAL
APPROX. 1/8”
SILICONE CAULK
(NOT FURNISHED)
COUNTERTOP
SINK
and soapy water. Towel dry with a cotton cloth.
Magic Eraser® and either water or a 50/50 white vinegar
and water solution. Towel dry with a cotton cloth.
with a constant pressure over the area of the stain, rinse
thoroughly with water and dry with a cotton cloth. Let dry
5-10 minutes. If stain persists, repeat.