Antique K-159-3 - Faucet KOHLER - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Wall-mounted kitchen faucet
Brand	Kohler
Model	Antique K-159-3
Category	Faucet
Use	Hot and cold water supply
Mounting	Wall-mounted
Material	Chrome-plated brass
Style	Antique
Number of Handles	2 (hot and cold)
Valve Type	Compression with extension stem
Integrated Soap Dispenser	Optional
Package Contents	Faucet, handles, coupling nuts, flanges, eccentric sleeves, washers, mounting screws
Required Tools	Adjustable wrench, 7/16" seat wrench, spanner wrench
Installation Instructions	Included (20-page manual)
Maintenance and Cleaning	Clean with a soft cloth and soapy water. Avoid abrasive products.
Safety	Shut off water supply before installation. Comply with local plumbing codes.
Replacement Parts	Available from Kohler. Use genuine parts.

Frequently Asked Questions - Antique K-159-3 KOHLER

How to install the eccentric sleeve?

Slide a coupling nut and a flange onto each eccentric sleeve. Measure and install the nipple. Screw the eccentric sleeve onto each cold and hot nipple.

How to level the faucet assembly?

If the assembly is not level, rotate the cold and hot eccentric sleeves with a 7/16" seat wrench until straight. Then tighten the coupling nuts.

How to install the soap dispenser?

Slide a nut onto the soap dispenser stem assembly, insert into the hole at the base of the spout, tighten. Place the soap dispenser onto the stem and install the spout stem cap.

How to install the handles?

Turn the valves to the closed position. Loosen the handle set screw, align the handle with the extension stem (hot left, cold right) and tighten the screw.

How to check the installation after assembly?

Ensure all connections are tight. Turn on the water supply and run water for one minute to flush out debris. Check for leaks.

What to do if there is a leak after installation?

Check tightness of coupling nuts and connections. If leak persists, disassemble and inspect washers and seals. Contact Kohler if necessary.

How to clean the aerator?

Unscrew the aerator from the spout, remove debris, rinse and reinstall. Run water to check.

What is the recommended water pressure?

Standard domestic water pressure is suitable. Kohler recommends pressure between 20 and 80 psi (1.4 to 5.5 bar).

Are the handles interchangeable?

No. The handle marked with a blue dot is for cold water and must be installed on the right (when facing the faucet). The hot handle is on the left.

Where to find replacement parts?

Replacement parts are available from your Kohler dealer or on the official website. Always use genuine Kohler parts.

USER MANUAL Antique K-159-3 KOHLER

Wall Mount Kitchen Faucets

K-149 K-159

Line drawing of a bathroom sink with faucet and showerhead (no text or symbols)

Line drawing of a bathroom sink with faucet and showerhead (no text or symbols)

M product numbers are for Mexico (i.e. K-12345M)

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Tools and Materials

Adjustable Wrench

7/16" Seat Wrench

Open End Wrench

Before You Begin

NOTE: Use two-hole straps or drop-ear ells and screws to secure the water supplies within the wall.

□ Observe all local plumbing and building codes.
□ Shut off the main water supply.
□ Carefully inspect waste and supply tubing for any sign of damage.
□ Replace waste or supply tubing if necessary.
☐ Kohler Co. reserves the right to make revisions in the design of faucets without notice, as specified within the Price Book.

Nipple Flange Coupling Nut Eccentric Shank (Female Thread) Flange Coupling Nut Eccentric Shank (Male Thread)

1. Install the Eccentric Shank

☐ Slide one coupling nut and one flange onto each cold and hot eccentric shank.
☐ Measure and install the nipple. If the eccentric shank has female threads, the nipples should extend 3/8" (1 cm) to 1/2" (1.3 cm) from the front of the wall. If the eccentric shank has male threads, the nipple should be flush with the front of the wall.
☐ Thread one eccentric shank assembly onto each cold and hot nipple. Ensure that each flange is snug against the finished wall.

Coupling Nut Washer Faucet Body

Eccentric Shank Seat Wrench

2. Install the Faucet Assembly

NOTE: The cold and hot faucet shanks are eccentric to allow adjustment.

☐ Insert one washer into each cold and hot coupling nut.
□ Align and then insert the faucet assembly into each cold and hot faucet shank.
☐ Partially thread each cold and hot coupling nut onto the faucet assembly threads until tight.
□ Check to see that the faucet assembly is level.
☐ If the faucet assembly is not level, turn each cold and hot eccentric shank with a 7/16" seat wrench.
□ After adjustment, securely tighten each cold and hot coupling nut.

Soap Dish Soap Dish Post Assembly Spout Post Cap

3. Install the Soap Dish

For an installation with a soap dish:

□ Slide a nut onto the soap dish post assembly.
☐ From the top of the faucet, insert the soap dish post assembly into the hole at the base of the spout. Tighten until secure.
□ Place the soap dish on the top of the soap dish post assembly.

For an installation without a soap dish:

□ Install the spout post cap into the hole at the base of the spout. Tighten until secure.

Handle Setscrew

4. Install the Handles

• Handles that are marked "COLD" with a blue tape must always be installed into the mounting hole on the right as viewed from the front of the sink.
  ☐ Turn the cold and hot valves to the closed position.
  ☐ Twist one handle setscrew counterclockwise until it clears the opening inside each cold and hot handle.
  □ Align the cold handle so the text on the ceramic button faces straight forward. Slide the cold handle onto the stem extension. Left is hot and right is cold. Twist the handle setscrew clockwise until tight.
  ☐ Align the hot handle so the text on the ceramic button faces straight forward. Slide the hot handle onto the stem extension. Left is hot and right is cold. Twist the handle setscrew clockwise until tight.

5. Installation Checkout

□ Ensure that all connections are tight.
□ Open the drain.
□ Turn on the main water supply.
□ Twist the aerator counterclockwise until it is removed from the spout.
□ Open both hot and cold valves.

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Installation Checkout (cont.)

□ Run water through the spout for approximately one minute to remove debris. Check for leaks.
□ Remove any debris from the aerator and reinstall.