KOHLER K-P8300-K Rite Temp Valve Body Rough In User Guide
- June 1, 2024
- Kohler
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KOHLER K-P8300-K Rite Temp Valve Body Rough In
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
- Install this product according to the provided installation guide.
- Avoid cross-flow conditions and do not install a shutoff device on either valve outlet.
- If connecting a deck-mount spout, diverter, or hand shower, cap the shower outlet.
- 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.
- 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.
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.
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- 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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