Kohler K-2216 Guia De Instalacion página 3

Before You Begin (cont.)
Due to the variety of installations possible with this lavatory, you
may need to use procedures other than those described.
Remember, because of the variety of tile available, you must take
careful measurements prior to installation.
It is very important that the proper materials are used with your
lavatory. Proper selection of tile is critical for a good installation.
Because of the variance in tile thickness, your carpenter, tiler, and
plumber must all be aware of the exact type of tile you choose.
After selecting the tile, provide a sample to each contractor
involved in the project. It is very important that the carpenter,
tiler, and plumber maintain good communication and discuss
requirements.
For Tile-in Installations
Due to the variety of installations possible with this lavatory, you
may need to use procedures other than those described.
Remember, because of the variety of tile available, you must take
careful measurements prior to installation.
It is very important that the proper materials are used with your
lavatory. Proper selection of tile is critical for a good installation.
Because of the variance in tile thickness, your carpenter, tiler, and
plumber must all be aware of the exact type of tile you choose.
After selecting the tile, provide a sample to each contractor
involved in the project. It is very important that the carpenter,
tiler, and plumber maintain good communication and discuss
requirements.
1. Preparation
Install the water supplies and drain piping according to the
roughing-in information.
NOTE: Tile backer board installed over plywood is the
recommended underlayment for installing this lavatory. Tile should
be bonded to the backer board with dry set or latex Portland mortar.
Acceptable underlayments include:
• Tile backer board over 3/4" exterior grade plywood
• 3/4" exterior grade plywood
IMPORTANT! Do not use:
• Flakeboard
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