Secure The Whirlpool To The Subfloor - Kohler RiverBath K-1360 Guide D'installation

Clear space
for pumps

3. Secure the Whirlpool to the Subfloor

CAUTION: Risk of product damage. Do not lift the whirlpool by the piping or pumps, or use the piping or
pumps for structural support of the whirlpool.
- Choose the installation option that best applies to your particular installation. Follow the
appropriate instructions.
- If the subfloor is not level, shim the whirlpool support blocks as necessary.
Option for Using a Cement or Mortar Bed
- 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. Clear all the material away from the pump bases and support block locations.
NOTE: Do not use gypsum cement or drywall compound for this application, as they will not provide an
acceptable, durable bond.
NOTE: The pump bases (when the pump banding straps are cut) and support blocks must rest directly on the
subfloor.
- Position a piece of plastic drop cloth material on top of the cement or mortar bed. With help, carefully lift the
whirlpool into place, and make sure the pump bases and support blocks do not rest in the bed material.
- Insert the drain tailpiece into the trap. Make sure the whirlpool is level and resting on all support blocks.
Option for Using Construction Adhesive
- Apply a generous amount of high quality construction adhesive to the bottom of the support blocks. 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.
Option for Using Silicone Sealant
- 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.
- Apply a continuous bead of high quality silicone sealant around the entire rim of the whirlpool.
Kohler Co.
Spread a 2"
(5cm) layer of
cement or
mortar bed
material
Clear spaces
for support
blocks
Apply a bead of
silicone sealant
around the entire
rim
or
Apply construction
adhesive to the
support blocks
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