R Builder Portfolio Whirlpool Baths: K-1200-AC K-1211-AC K-1201-AC K-1215-AC K-1205-AC K-1216-AC K-1206-AC K-1220-AC K-1210-AC K-1221-AC Optional Aprons: K-1507-AA K-1515-AA 106548-CA (9437) Copyright E1994 Kohler Co.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ATTENTION INSTALLER: INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: When using this unit, always follow basic precautions, including the following: For -J1 and -JA models only: A green colored terminal (or a wire connector marked “G”, “GR”, “GROUND”, or “Grounding”) is provided within the terminal compartment.
TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ROUGHING-IN: K-1200-AC, K-1201-AC . . . . . . . . Ordering Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Required Electrical Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Product Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installation Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ROUGHING-IN: K-1205-AC, K-1206-AC . . . . . . . .
INTRODUCTION Please read these instructions carefully to familiarize yourself with the required tools, materials, and installation sequences. Follow the sections that pertain to your particular installation. This will aid you in avoiding the unnecessary expense associated with improper installation. In addition to proper installation, read all operating and safety instructions. All information in this manual is based on the latest product information available at the time of publication. Kohler Co.
1. ROUGHING-IN: K-1200-AC, K-1201-AC A. ORDERING INFORMATION C. PRODUCT INFORMATION Factory installed components include pump and air switch transmitter. Information contained in this roughing-in also applies to K-1201-J1-AA, K-1201-J1-AB and K-1201-JA-AA. Whirlpool with wall timer K-1200-AC Whirlpool with air actuator (shown) K-1201-AC Fixture: basin area top area weight Bathing well 42” x 17” 55” x 25” 93 lbs. water depth capacity 12-1/8” 50 gals.
2. ROUGHING-IN: K-1205-AC, K-1206-AC A. ORDERING INFORMATION C. PRODUCT INFORMATION Factory installed components include pump and air switch transmitter. Information contained in this roughing-in also applies to K-1206-J1-AA, K-1206-J1-AB and K-1206-JA-AA. Fixture: basin area top area weight Bathing well 44” x 22” 55” x 25” 100 lbs. water depth capacity 15-1/8” 60 gals.
3. ROUGHING-IN: K-1210-AC, K-1211-AC A. ORDERING INFORMATION C. PRODUCT INFORMATION Factory installed components include pump and air switch transmitter. Information contained in this roughing-in also applies to K-1211-J1-AA, K-1211-J1-AB and K-1211-JA-AA. Fixture: basin area top area weight Bathing well 39” x 22” 54” x 27” 85 lbs. water depth capacity 15-1/2” 65 gals.
4. ROUGHING-IN: K-1215-AC, K-1216-AC A. ORDERING INFORMATION C. PRODUCT INFORMATION Factory installed components include pump and air switch transmitter. Fixture: basin area top area weight Bathing well 52” x 23” 65-1/2” x 26-1/2” 95 lbs. water depth capacity 15-1/2” 76 gals. Information contained in this roughing-in also applies to K-1216-J1-AA and K-1216-JA-AA.
5. ROUGHING-IN: K-1220-AC, K-1221-AC A. ORDERING INFORMATION C. PRODUCT INFORMATION Factory installed components include pump and air switch transmitter. Information contained in this roughing-in also applies to K-1221-J1-AA and K-1221-JA-AA. Fixture: basin area top area weight Bathing well 47” x 37” 67” x 32” 120 lbs. water depth capacity 16-7/8” 117 gals.
6. PRODUCT NOTICES A. INSTALLER HAZARD NOTIFICATION B. FACTORY-ASSEMBLED FEATURES DANGER: Risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons. Read important safety instructions on inside front cover of these instructions. K-1201, K-1206, K-1211, K-1216, K-1221: Factory installed components include pump and air switch transmitter. No installation is needed. WARNING: Risk of electrical shock. A licensed electrician should make all electrical connections.
7. PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS A. SUMMARY OF KEY REQUIREMENTS B. PLUMBING SPECIFICATIONS S Install unit to level subfloor. If using a rim mounted bath faucet, flexible connections between the valves and spout may be required. Confirm adequate mounting and connection space of specified faucet for your installation. S Provide properly dimensioned framing. S Bath can be installed in a corner. Recess, peninsular or sunken installation is also possible.
8. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS A. TOOLS REQUIRED B. MATERIALS REQUIRED S Conventional woodworking tools S Plumbers putty S Arc pliers or 14” pipe wrench S Water-resistant sealer S Rule S Wall coverings, as necessary S Level S RTV silicone sealant S Safety shoes S Four 1/4” x 1” lag screws S Safety glasses S Square S Screwdriver S Pliers S Utility knife C. CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS D.
9. SITE REQUIREMENTS A. OLD BATH REMOVAL Disconnect the drain at the trap. Remove old wall material. Slip boards under old bath feet to protect floor and slide old bath out of recess as illustrated. Old Bath Floor Protection Boards B. SUBFLOOR PREPARATION Check flooring under the bath and repair if necessary. Make sure that the subfloor is level. Seal subfloor to reduce the risk of water damage. C. STUD POCKET PREPARATION Construct a recess designed for your particular installation.
2. Recessed Installation: construction is illustrated. Suggested stud D. PLUMBING PREPARATION Position plumbing according to roughing-in dimensions. Cap supplies and check for leaks. 10. BEFORE INSTALLING UNIT A. TILING-IN BEAD INSTALLATION Before setting bath, an optional tiling-in bead is recommended to be applied to whatever side of the bath contacts the wall. Refer to Ordering Information located in Roughing-In section beginning on page 5.
11. INSTALL WHIRLPOOL A. WHIRLPOOL SET-IN Choose one of the three recommended options below that is best for your particular installation as described in 1., 2., or 3. Follow the appropriate instructions. If subfloor is not level, some shimming of the bath and pump will be necessary. See 11.B. for height adjustment. 1. Sunken Installation: Set unit into sunken installation. Make sure the bath/whirlpool is level and is resting on all blocks. Insert the tailpiece into the trap.
B. HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT NOTICE: Steps B. and C. are necessary for making your Kohler Whirlpool operate more quietly. Drainage If the subfloor is level, no adjustment is necessary; proceed to Step C. If the subfloor is not level, shim beneath pump bracket (plywood is recommended). Do not change the elevation of the pump relative to the whirlpool bath since this may affect performance. Use a 5 x 7 (minimum) piece of plywood. É É Shim if necessary, using 5” x 7” (minimum) plywood Bracket C.
12. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS - AIR ACTUATOR VERSIONS A. IDENTIFY ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS The model number is printed on a plate at the pump end of the module. The model number identifies electrical rating. Electrical connections for each model vary. S K-1201-AC, K-1206-AC, K-1211-AC, K-1216-AC, K-1221-AC: (Follow Step B. below.) 60 Hz S K-1201-J1-AA, K-1201-J1-AB, K-1206-J1-AA, K-1206-J1-AB, K-1211-J1-AA, K-1211-J1-AB, K-1216-J1-AA, K-1221-J1-AA: 60 Hz (Follow Steps C. and D. below.
C. LOCATE FIELD WIRING COMPARTMENT 120 V, 60 HZ (-J1 MODELS ONLY) WARNING: Risk of electrical shock. Make sure the power has been disconnected before performing the following procedures. Refer to Important Safety Instructions located on page 2. CAUTION: Risk of electrical shock. All services must have a Class A Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter (GFCI) which will provide additional protection against line-to-ground shock hazard.
E. FIELD WIRING CONTROL BOX COMPARTMENT - 230 V, 50 HZ WARNING: Risk of electrical shock. Make sure the power has been disconnected before performing the following procedures. Refer to Important Safety Instructions located on page 2. CAUTION: Risk of electrical shock. All services must have an Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker (ELCB) which will provide additional protection against line-to-ground shock hazard. A separate service is required for the whirlpool.
13. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS - WALL TIMER VERSIONS A. IDENTIFY ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS The model number is printed on a plate at the pump end of the module. The model number identifies electrical rating. Electrical connections for each model vary. S K-1200-AC, K-1205-AC, K-1210-AC, K-1215-AC, K-1220-AC: 60 Hz See Electrical Requirements section on page 11 of Product Requirements. B. WIRING INFORMATION - 120 V, 60 HZ – WALL TIMER VERSIONS DANGER: Risk of electrical shock.
14. WATER TEST WHIRLPOOL & ELECTRONICS Check all electrical connections. Make sure both connections to the pump are securely tightened. Fill bath to a level at least 2” above the top of the highest jet. Operate whirlpool for 5 minutes and check all whirlpool harness (piping) connections for leaks. For additional information on whirlpool operation, see Whirlpool Start-Up Instructions on page 25. 15. COMPLETE FINISH WALL Gypsum Wallboard Subwall CAUTION: Risk of product damage.
16. OPTIONAL K-1507 APRON INSTALLATION NOTE: For use with K-1205 and K-1206 models. NOTICE: Before installing the optional K-1507 Apron: verify that both the finished floor and the bath rim are level (and therefore parallel to each other). This is necessary to ensure proper fit and appearance of the apron. This apron should be installed after the finished wall material is applied.
17. OPTIONAL K-1515 APRON INSTALLATION NOTE: For use with K-1200 and K-1201 models. Make sure the bath is installed according to the instructions. Provide backing on each of the recessed walls for the nailing-in flange. After bath is leveled and set, apply the vinyl trim strip to the bath. Carefully apply a 1/16” bead of clear silicone adhesive (provided) onto the vinyl strip as illustrated.
18. COMPLETE INSTALLATION INSTALL HANDLES AND SPOUT After the deck is finished, attach the handles and spout to complete faucet installation per manufacturer’s instructions. 19. CLEAN-UP AFTER INSTALLATION When cleaning up after installation, do not use abrasive cleaners as they may scratch and dull the module surface. Use warm water and one of the liquid detergents to clean the surface. 106548-CA (9437) Stubborn stains, paint, or tar can be removed with turpentine or paint thinner.
20. CONFIRM PROPER OPERATION A. START-UP WHIRLPOOL Refer to Important Safety Instructions on page 2 before operating this whirlpool. Water Line Please perform the following so that the owner may safely receive the benefits of whirlpool bathing. 1. Rotate jets so they are facing down toward basin. 2. Fill the whirlpool bath to a water level at least 2” above the top of the highest jet. Bath Wall 2” Minimum Jet Trim Water temperature in the whirlpool should not exceed 104_F (40_C). B.
C. TROUBLESHOOT WHIRLPOOL SYSTEM This troubleshooting guide is for general aid only. A Kohler Authorized Service Representative or a qualified electrician should correct all electrical problems. For warranty service, contact your dealer or wholesale distributor. SYMPTOMS 1. Whirlpool does not start/stop. PROBABLE CAUSES RECOMMENDED ACTION A. No power to pump/power module. A. Set/Reset GFCI/ELCB breaker; check wiring to power module. B.
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