KOHLER K-P8304-PX Valve Body and Cartridge Kit Complete Owner’s Manual

August 11, 2024
Kohler

KOHLER K-P8304-PX Valve Body and Cartridge Kit Complete

Specifications:

  • Valve Body & Cartridge Kit Complete: K-P8304-PX
  • Material: High-quality material for long-term reliability and resistance to aggressive water conditions
  • Max Finished Wall: 4-9/16″ (116 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

Product Usage Instructions:

Installation:

1. Ensure the finished wall meets the specified dimensions for installation.
2. Use the symmetrical valve inlets to simplify the installation process.
3. If water supplies are reversed, make necessary adjustments during installation.
4. For testing purposes, the product can withstand up to 150 psi max (air or water) without the cartridge by using the test cap (sold separately).

Maintenance :
Regular maintenance is recommended to ensure optimal performance of the valve body and cartridge kit. Refer to the user manual for detailed maintenance instructions.

Water Temperature:
Adjust the water temperature according to your preference using the provided controls. Follow the user manual for guidance on setting the desired water temperature.

FAQ:

Q: Can I use this product in high-pressure systems?
A: The product is designed to handle a maximum static pressure of 125 psi and a minimum operating pressure of 20 psi, making it suitable for a range of systems within these pressure limits.

Q: Are there any optional accessories available for this product?
A: Optional products and accessories include the K-10350 Deep rough-in kit and the K-10351 Test cap for K-8300 Series valve bodies, which can enhance the installation and testing processes.

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Valve body & cartridge kit complete
K-P8304-PX

Features

  • Project pack: Supplied 12 per case
  • Includes valve body, pressure balance cartridge, rough-in guide, and mudguard
  • 1/2″ PEX Crimp (F1807 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
  • Antiscald 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

  • 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
  • Valve body features integral mounting locations and symmetrical valve inlets to simplify installation
  • 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.

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45 psi (3.1 bar) 125 psi (8.6 bar) 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-mounted spout, diverter, or handshower is connected to the spout outlet.
  • Install straight pipe or tube drop of 7″ (178 mm) to 18″ (457 mm) with single elbow between the valve and the 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 6-15-2024 20:26 – US

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