KOHLER Rite-Temp K-8304-UX Valve Body and Cartridge Kit Complete Owner’s Manual

KOHLER Rite-Temp K-8304-UX Valve Body and Cartridge Kit Complete

Specifications

• Model: K-8304-UX
• Material: High-quality material for long-term reliability and resistance to aggressive water conditions
• Max Finished Wall: 4-13/16″ (122 mm)
• Min Finished Wall: 1-15/16″ (49 mm)
• Outlet Port: 1/2-14 NPT and 5/8 ID for 1/2 Nominal Copper Tubing
• Pressure:
  • Maximum (Static) Pressure: 125 psi (8.6 bar)
  • Minimum (Operating) Pressure: 20 psi (1.4 bar)

Product Usage Instructions

Installation:

1. Ensure the finished wall meets the specified dimensions for installation. 2. Use the symmetrical valve inlets for simplified installation. 3. Make sure the water supplies are correctly connected; reversed supplies can cause issues. 4. Pressure test the valve body up to 150 psi max (air or water) without cartridge using a test cap (sold separately).

Maintenance:

Regular maintenance is recommended to ensure optimal performance. Clean the valve body and cartridge kit periodically to prevent buildup and ensure smooth operation.

Water Temperature Adjustment:

To adjust the water temperature, refer to the user manual for specific instructions on adjusting the temperature settings of the valve body and cartridge kit.

FAQ

• Q: What is the maximum pressure this product can handle?
  • A: The maximum static pressure for this product is 125 psi (8.6 bar).
• Q: Are there any optional accessories available for this product?
  • A: Yes, you can consider purchasing the K-10350 Deep rough-in kit or the K-10351 Test cap for K-8300 Series valve bodies as optional accessories.

Features

• Includes valve body, pressure balance cartridge, rough-in guide, and mudguard
• 1/2″ PEX Expansion (F1960 style) inlets
• 1/2″ Universal NPT & direct sweat outlets
• 5 gpm (18.9 l/min) maximum flow rate at 45 psi
• Single lever design cycles from off through cold to hot
• Anti-scald protection
• One-piece cartridge design simplifies installation and maintenance
• Adjustable high-temperature limit stop to control maximum water temperature
• Requires valve trim to complete installation (sold separately)
• Pressure-balancing diaphragm technology maintains outlet temperature within +/-3°F during water pressure fluctuations

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
• The cartridge is reversible for installations where hot and cold supplies are reversed
• 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 test cap (sold separately)

Optional Products/Accessories

• K-10350 Deep rough-in kit
• K-10351 Test cap for K-8300 Series valve bodies

Codes/Standards

• ASME A112.18.1/CSA B125.1
• ASSE 1016/ASME A112.1016/CSA B125.16
• IAPMO Certification

KOHLER Faucet Lifetime Limited Warranty

See website for detailed warranty information

Dimension

Technical Information

All product dimensions are nominal.

Shower Valve:

• Pressure: 45 psi (3.1 bar)
• Maximum (Static) Pressure: 125 psi (8.6 bar)
• Minimum (Operating) Pressure: 20 psi (1.4 bar)

Notes

• Install this product according to the installation guide.
• Avoid cross-flow conditions. Do not install a shut-off 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 ofthe 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 6-7-2024 21:40 – US

References

• Toilets, Showers, Sinks, Faucets and More for Bathroom & Kitchen | KOHLER
• Toilets, Showers, Sinks, Faucets and More for Bathroom & Kitchen | KOHLER

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