Kohler K-1198 Installation Manual - Page 8
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4. Secure the Unit — Models With Whirlpool Base
CAUTION: Risk of product damage. Do not lift the whirlpool by the piping or pump, or use the
piping or pump for structural support of the whirlpool.
CAUTION: Risk of product damage. Do not support the whirlpool by the rim.
Choose the installation option that best applies to your particular installation. Follow the appropriate
instructions.
If the subfloor is not level, shim the whirlpool base as necessary.
Option Using a Cement or Mortar Bed
NOTE: Do not use gypsum cement or drywall compound for this application, as they will not provide an
acceptable, durable bond.
Spread a 2" (5cm) thick layer of cement or mortar on the subfloor where the whirlpool will be set. This
will help secure, level, and support the unit.
With help, carefully lift the whirlpool into place.
Insert the drain tailpiece into the trap. Make sure the whirlpool is level. Use screws or lag bolts to secure
the whirlpool base to the floor. Drill small pilot holes through the whirlpool base as needed.
Position a piece of plastic drop cloth material on top of the cement or mortar bed. With help, carefully lift
the whirlpool into place.
Apply a continuous bead of high-quality silicone sealant around the entire rim of the whirlpool.
Option Using Construction Adhesive
Apply a generous amount of high-quality construction adhesive to the bottom of the whirlpool base. With
help, carefully lift the whirlpool into position.
Insert the drain tailpiece into the trap. Make sure the whirlpool is level and resting on all support blocks.
Use screws or lag bolts to secure the whirlpool base to the floor. Drill small pilot holes through the
whirlpool base as needed.
Apply a continuous bead of high-quality silicone sealant around the entire rim of the whirlpool.
Option Using Silicone Sealant
With help, carefully lift the whirlpool into position.
Insert the drain tailpiece into the trap. Make sure the whirlpool is level. Use screws or lag bolts to secure
the whirlpool base to the floor. Drill small pilot holes through the whirlpool base as needed.
Apply a continuous bead of high-quality silicone sealant around the entire rim of the whirlpool.
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Spread a 2"
(5cm) layer
of cement or
mortar bed
material
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Apply a bead of
silicone sealant
around the entire
rim
or
Apply construction
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