KOHLER K-P8300-K Rite Temp Valve Body Rough In User Guide

June 1, 2024
Kohler

KOHLER K-P8300-K Rite Temp Valve Body Rough In

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Product Information

Specifications

  • Model: Valve Body Rough-In K-P8300-K
  • Material: Durable construction for long-term reliability and resistance to aggressive water conditions
  • Max Pressure: Up to 150 psi max (air or water)
  • Inlet Port: 1/2-14 NPT and 5/8 ID for 1/2 Nominal Copper Tubing
  • Outlet Port: 1/2-14 NPT and 5/8 ID for 1/2 Nominal Copper Tubing
  • Min Finished Wall Cutout: 4-5/8″ (117 mm)
  • Max Finished Wall Cutout: 9/16″ (14 mm)

Installation Instructions

  1. Install this product according to the provided installation guide.
  2. Avoid cross-flow conditions and do not install a shutoff device on either valve outlet.
  3. If connecting a deck-mount spout, diverter, or hand shower, cap the shower outlet.
  4. Install a straight pipe or tube drop of 7″ (178 mm) to 18″ (457 mm) with a single elbow between the valve and wall mount spout.
  5. For finished walls greater than 3/4″ (19 mm) and less than 1-1/2″ (38 mm), install support(s) 2″ (51 mm) from the stud face.
  6. For finished walls greater than 1-1/2″ (38 mm), install support(s) 3″ (76 mm) from the face of the finished wall.

Notes

  • For detailed warranty information, please visit the manufacturer’s website.
  • All product dimensions provided are nominal.

Technical Information

  • Cut Line for finished walls less than 3/4″ (19 mm): 1-15/16″ (49 mm)
  • Cut Line for finished walls greater than 3/4″ (19 mm): 2-15/16″ (75 mm)
  • Inlet Port Size: 1/2-14 NPT and 5/8 ID for 1/2 Nominal Copper Tubing
  • Outlet Port Size: 1/2-14 NPT and 5/8 ID for 1/2 Nominal Copper Tubing

FAQ

Q: What is the maximum pressure this valve body can handle?

A: The valve body can handle pressures of up to 150 psi, whether it is air or water.

Q: How far should the support(s) be installed from the finished wall for different wall thicknesses?

A: For finished walls greater than 3/4″ (19 mm) and less than 1-1/2″ (38 mm), install support(s) 2″ (51 mm) from the stud face.
For finished walls greater than 1-1/2″ (38 mm), install support(s) 3″ (76 mm) from the face of the finished wall.

Features

  • Project pack: Supplied 12 per case
  • Includes valve body, rough-in guide, and test cap 1/2″ Universal NPT and direct sweat inlets and outlets
  • Requires valve cartridge and trim to complete installation (sold separately)

Material

  • The forged dezincification-resistant brass body provides long-term reliability and resistance to aggressive water conditions

Installation

  • Designed for use in standard, back-to-back, and thin wall installations
  • The valve body features integral mounting locations and symmetrical valve inlets to simplify installation
  • Rough-in guide designed for both standard and thin wall installations
  • Installed valve rough-in can be flushed and pressure-tested to 150 psi max (air or water) without cartridge by using the included test cap
  • Required Products/Accessories
    • K-8305 Series Rite-Temp® Cartridges

Codes/Standards

  • ASME A112.18.1/CSA B125.1 IAPMO Certification

KOHLER® Faucet Lifetime Limited Warranty

  • See the website for detailed warranty information.

Dimension

Technical Information

All product dimensions are nominal.

Notes

  • Install this product according to the installation guide.
  • Avoid cross-flow conditions. Do not install a shutoff device on either valve outlet.
  • Cap the shower outlet if the deck-mount spout, diverter, or hand shower is connected to the spout outlet.
  • Install straight pipe or tube drop of 7″ (178 mm) to 18″ (457 mm) with a single elbow between the valve and wall-mount spout.
  • For finished walls greater than 3/4″ (19 mm) and less than 1-1/2″ (38 mm), install support(s) 2″ (51 mm) from the stud face.
  • For finished walls greater than 1-1/2″ (38 mm), install support(s) 3″ (76 mm) from the face of the finished wall.

1-800-4KOHLER (1-800-456-4537)

  • Kohler Co. reserves the right to make revisions without notice to product specifications.
  • For the most current Specification Sheet, go to www.kohler.com USA or www.kohler.ca Canada 2-25-2024 20:30 – US

References

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