AQ9851 - Kitchen sink LEISURE - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Stainless Steel Inset Kitchen Sink with Fixed Position Clips
Brand	Leisure
Model	AQ9851
Dimensions (available sizes)	860x435 mm or 950x508 mm
Material	Stainless Steel
Installation Type	Inset (drop-in)
Number of Clips	8, 9, 10, or 12 clips depending on size
Cut-out Template	Provided on sink wrapper
Sealing Method	Pre-applied sealing tape and quadrant sections for corners
Weight (estimated)	Approximately 5-10 kg
Power Supply	Not applicable (non-electric)
Care Instructions	Wipe with soft damp soapy cloth; rinse and dry; avoid bleaches, silver dip cleaners, corrosive foods, and strong acids
Recommended Cleaning Agent	Jif (or similar mild abrasive cleaner) for stains; soft cloth only
Not Recommended Cleaning Tools	Wire wool, coarse scouring powders, soap-filled wire wool pads
Stain Removal	Apply neat Jif, rub vigorously along sink surface, rinse thoroughly
Precautions	Do not overtighten fixing clamps; do not soak clothes in hypochlorite solutions
Spare Parts	Fixing clips, sealing tape, quadrant sections
Repairability	Clips can be omitted if not possible; seal can be replaced
Warranty	Standard manufacturer warranty (consult retailer)

Frequently Asked Questions - AQ9851 LEISURE

How do I install the Leisure AQ9851 sink?

Place the sink upside down on the worktop, position it, mark the cut-out line 10 mm inside the sink outline. Cut the aperture using a pad saw or jig saw. Apply the quadrant seals to corners, then the main seal to the underside. Attach fixing clips with prongs facing inward, swing into position, and tighten screws in sequence without overtightening.

What is the cutting line measurement?

The cutting line should be drawn 10 mm inside the outline of the sink top after positioning it upside down on the worktop.

How many fixing clips are required?

Depending on the sink size, the number of clips varies: 8, 9, 10, or 12 clips. Refer to the recommended tightening sequence table for your specific size (860x435 mm or 950x508 mm).

Can I leave out some fixing clips if they don't fit?

Yes, if a good seal is achieved, it is acceptable to omit clips where difficulty arises. However, try to use as many as possible.

How do I clean my stainless steel sink daily?

After use, wipe the bowl and drainer with a soft damp soapy cloth, rinse with clean water, and dry. In hard-water areas, apply Jif to prevent waterborne deposits.

What should I do if I see rainbow or dull stains?

These are likely waterborne deposits. Apply neat Jif and rub vigorously with a soft damp cloth along the sink surface, then rinse thoroughly with clean water and dry.

Can I use bleach in the sink?

Avoid bleaches containing chlorine (hypochlorites) as they can attack the stainless steel surface and cause pitting. If bleach contacts the surface, rinse immediately with plenty of water.

What cleaning products should I avoid?

Avoid wire wool, coarse scouring powders, soap-filled wire wool pads, silver dip cleaners, and any products containing hypochlorites or strong acids. These can scratch or stain the surface.

How do I remove rust stains from the sink?

Rust stains from ferrous particles can be removed by applying neat Jif and rubbing with a soft damp cloth along the sink surface. Rinse thoroughly and dry.

Is it safe to leave food or liquids on the sink surface?

No, avoid leaving corrosive foodstuffs like fruit juices, damp salt, vinegar, mustard, pickle, or mayonnaise on the surface for long periods as they can cause pitting and corrosion.

USER MANUAL AQ9851 LEISURE

Stainless Steel Inset Sinks with Fixed Position Clips

1. It is recommended that the inset sink is fitted to the worktop before being permanently fixed to the cabinet.
2. Place the sink upside down on worktop. Position the sink relative to the worktop as required, ensuring that the cabinet framework will be clear of all parts of the sink, or alternatively where provided use cut-out template found on sink wrapper.

With sharp soft pencil draw round sink as accurately as possible.

1. Remove the sink and draw another line 10mm inside the outline of the sink top.

This is the cutting line for the aperture.

1. Drill as large a hole as possible inside the cutting line. Using a pad saw, jig saw or similar, cut out the aperture to the cutting line.

2. Remove the paper backing from the quadrant section and apply to all 4 corners of the sink.

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Remove the protective back from the main seal and stick to the underside of sink.

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1. Attach the fi xing clips to the sink rail ensuring that the two ‘prongs’ of the clip face inwards. Open the hinge on the clip.

1. Turn the sink upside down and lay the worktop over the sink. Swing the clip into position. (This is the most effective method although if the worktop has been fixed to the cabinet, the sink can be placed in the aperture and the fixing effected from underneath).
2. Loosely tighten the corner fi xing clips to centralise the sink in the cut-out.
3. Tighten the fixing screws.

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Do not overtighten the fi xing clamps once the sink is fully bedded in the sealing tape. Do not tighten fully at the fi rst attempt.

1. In certain circumstances it may not be possible to fit a clip to all the fixed positions; provided a good seal is achieved it is not detrimental to omit clips where diffi culty arises.

Recommended tightening sequence for sink fi xing clips

After Care Stainless Sinks

Day to Day Care

Routine cleaning of your stainless steel sink is easy if the following simple procedure is followed After use wipe the bowl and drainer with a soft damp soapy cloth, rinse with clean water. In hard-water areas, an application of Jif will avoid any build-up of dull fi lm of waterborne deposits. Although stainless steel is an extremely durable material and will withstand a great deal of hard use, it can be scratched by hard or sharp objects. If the surfaces are to be kept in a blemish free condition reasonable care should be taken when handling such items.

Discolouration and Heavy Staining

Staining of stainless steel in most cases is due to something being deposited on the steel rather than an attack on the material itself. The most common cause of staining is the build up of a thin fi lm of water borne deposits on the sink surface, often fi rst seen as a rainbow effect. The build up of such a fi lm can be avoided by drying the surface of the sink after use as described above. However, should such a fi lm appear, it can be readily removed with a soft damp cloth and Jif. To remove the fi lm, apply the Jif neat and rub vigorously with a damp cloth along the length of the sink surface. After cleaning rinse thoroughly with clean water and dry. Wire wool products and ferrous water supply pipes can leave minute ferrous particles adhered to the sink surface. Since stainless steel under normal conditions does not rust, these particles can cause the appearance of small brown rust stains. These stains can be removed using the procedure described above.

CAUTION :

Certain household products contain substances which will attack the stainless steel surface, they are :

1. Bleaches :

Most common domestic bleaches contain Chlorine in the form of a hypochlorite. Chlorine attacks the microscopic Chromium Oxide fi Im on the surface and can cause pitting of the surface. Bleaches should always be used in the prescribed strength specified by the manufacturers. Undiluted bleaches can cause pitting and staining of the surface and should be immediately rinsed off with plenty of clean water. All cleaning agents containing hypochlorites are unsuitable for use with stainless steel and, even highly diluted, can cause pitting under certain conditions. For this reason it is strongly recommended that the sink is not used for soaking clothes or cleaning clothes in hypochlorite solutions for long periods.

2. Silver Dip Cleaners :

These are particularly harmful since they contain strong acids which can cause discolouration and pitting. The first sign of this is an iridescent rainbow stain which turns an etched dull grey colour. Should any Silver Dip Cleaner come into contact with the surface of the sink it should be immediately rinsed off with plenty of clean water.

3. Corrosive Foodstuffs :

Fruit juices, damp salt, vinegar, readymade mustards, pickle and mayonnaise can cause pitting and corrosion if left in contact with the stainless steel surface for long periods.

4. Acids :

Sulphuric, Hydrochloric and other strong acids will cause pitting corrosion, as will photographic developing liquids. All should be immediately washed off with plenty of clean water if contact occurs.

Cleaning :

Always use a soft cloth. The use of coarse grit scouring powders or soap filled wire wool cleaning pads is not recommended, since both will mark the surface of the sink. Wire wool pads can leave tiny fragments of wire embedded in the surface and these can rust and leave small brown rust stains. Vigorous rubbing with a soft cloth, JIF, neat detergent, cleaning cream or liquid will remove these stains. Always remove wet cleaning aids (cloths, containers, etc.) from the sink surface after use in order to avoid the formation of water marks and rust stains.