Kohler K-9531 Guia De Instalacion página 7

5. Install the Vinyl Tiling-in Bead
CAUTION: Risk of product damage. Do not apply the vinyl tiling-in bead or pressure-sensitive tape
in temperatures below 40°F (4.4°C).
NOTE: The K-1182 vinyl tiling-in bead is used for the corner installations of the K-9852 and K-9861 shower
receptors. There is enough vinyl tiling-in bead supplied for either receptor. Some cutting will be required.
The vinyl bead takes the place of the flange on the side(s) of the receptor and is necessary to
prevent water from seeping into the framing. The installation kit contains a 7' (2.1 m) vinyl bead
and a 12' (3.7 m) strip of pressure-sensitive sealing tape.
Clean the receptor rim of all dust, grease and foreign matter.
Temporarily position the tiling-in bead on the receptor to measure. Do not use the sealing tape at
this time. The bead should start 3/4" (1.9cm) back from the front corner and extend along the rim
all the way to the integral tiling-in flange at the rear of the receptor. Cut the length to fit.
Cut the same length(s) of pressure-sensitive tape, also starting from the front edge of the rim.
Apply the vinyl tiling-in bead just before moving the receptor into position.
Remove the paper backing from the pressure-sensitive tape and carefully apply the tape to the
corner radius of the receptor.
Start applying the vinyl bead 3/4" (1.9cm) back from the front corner. Press the bead firmly against
the sealing tape for proper sealing.
Repeat procedure working toward the opposite end.
After the bead is in place, start at the area where the bead was first applied and rub firmly with the
heel of your hand to ensure a continuous seal.
6. Prepare the Receptor
CAUTION: Risk of product or property damage. If a watertight seal on the drain is not obtained,
water damage to the receptor bottom and the subfloor may occur.
Install the drain to the shower receptor according to the drain manufacturer's instructions.
Clean the receptor to reduce the risk of surface damage.
Place a clean drop cloth or other similar material into the bottom of the receptor. Be careful not to
scratch the surface of the unit.
Kohler Co.
Unfinished Wall
Vinyl Tiling-In
Bead
Water-Resistant
Wall Material
Finished Wall
Water-Resistant
Sealer
Pressure-Sensitive
Tape
Receptor Rim
Sub-Floor
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