Finesse K-7412 - Faucet KOHLER - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Basin faucet
Brand	Kohler
Model	Finesse K-7412
Main material	Chrome-plated brass
Height (approx.)	15 cm
Width (approx.)	20 cm
Depth (approx.)	15 cm
Weight (approx.)	1.5 kg
Mounting type	On basin (single-hole or 3-hole depending on configuration)
Supply	Hot and cold water (threaded connections)
Flow rate (approx.)	8 L/min at 3 bar
Main functions	Mechanical mixer, pop-up drain, aerator
Drain system	Pop-up with control rod (two drain styles)
Maintenance and cleaning	Clean with a soft cloth and soapy water, avoid abrasive products
Safety	Follow local plumbing codes, shut off water supply before installation
Spare parts and repairability	Gasket, plug, rod, nuts available; repairable by a plumber
General information	32-page instruction manual included; manufacturer warranty to be verified

Frequently Asked Questions - Finesse K-7412 KOHLER

How to install the Finesse K-7412 faucet?

Apply plumber's putty under the escutcheon rim, place the putty ring, insert the tubes into the basin holes and tighten the nuts by hand without a wrench.

What are the two available drain styles?

Drain style a uses a spring clip and adjustable rod; style b has a lock nut and set screw. Follow the corresponding illustrations.

How to connect the water supply?

Connect the hot tube to the left and cold tube to the right on the shut-off valves, then tighten all connections.

How to adjust the plug height?

Unscrew the plug nut and adjust the rod so the plug rises about 1 cm in the open position, then tighten the nut.

What to do if the faucet leaks?

Check that all connections are tight and the seals are properly placed. If the leak persists, contact a plumber.

How to clean the faucet?

Use a soft cloth and soapy water. Avoid abrasive or chlorine-based cleaners that may damage the chrome.

Can I use the faucet without the provided drain?

No, the drain is necessary for drainage. Use the included drain or a compatible model.

How to descale the aerator?

Unscrew the aerator (turn to the left) and clean it with a soft brush or white vinegar if necessary.

Is the faucet compatible with a single-hole basin?

Most Finesse models are designed for single or three-hole installation; check your basin configuration.

Where to find spare parts?

Contact Kohler customer service or an authorized dealer to order gaskets, plugs, or control rods.

USER MANUAL Finesse K-7412 KOHLER

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Thank You For Choosing Kohler Company

We appreciate your commitment to Kohler quality. Please take a few minutes to review this manual before you start installation. If you encounter any installation or performance problems, please don't hesitate to contact us. Our phone numbers and website are listed on the back cover. Thanks again for choosing Kohler Company.

Tools and Materials

Plumbers Putty

Thread Sealant

Adjustable Wrench

Pipe Sealant

Pliers

Before You Begin

□ Observe all local plumbing and building codes.
□ Shut off the main water supply.
□ Carefully inspect the waste and supply tubing for any sign of damage.
☐ For new installations, install the faucet and drain to the lavatory before installing the lavatory.
☐ Kohler Co. reserves the right to make revisions in the design of faucets without notice, as specified in the Price Book.

1. Faucet Installation

□ Clean the lavatory surface to remove any grease, oil or debris.
□ Apply plumbers putty or other sealant around the underside of the putty ring according to the manufacturer's instructions.
☐ Position the putty ring on the faucet with the sealant side away from the faucet body.
☐ Insert the faucet through the lavatory holes.
☐ Check the faucet alignment and carefully tighten the nuts until secure. Do not wrench tighten.
□ Wipe away any excess sealant.

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Style A Drain

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Style B Drain

2. Choose Drain Type

□ Refer to the illustrations above to determine the drain style you received with your faucet.
□ Please follow the instructions for your drain style.

3. Drain Installation-Style A

□ Remove the protective material from the flange.
- Wrap the bottom 2/3 of the flange threads with three layers of sealant tape.
□ Apply a ring of plumbers putty or other sealant to the underside of the flange according to the putty manufacturer's instructions.
☐ Insert the flange into the fixture drain hole.
☐ Assemble the gasket (tapered side up) and washer to the flange and partially thread the nut to the flange. Do not fully tighten the nut at this time.
☐ Install the body washer and drain body with the seal hole facing the back of the fixture and securely tighten the nut. Use care to avoid scratching the finish.
□ Remove any excess putty or sealant.
☐ Insert the stopper into the flange.
☐ Insert the seal into the seal hole on the body.

4. Complete Drain Installation-Style A

☐ For regular installations, insert the short end of the rod into the body seal hole and under the stopper. For vandal-resistant installations, fit the rod through the hole in the stopper. Secure with the body nut.
☐ Remove and adjust the stopper so it lifts about 3/8" (1 cm) when opened. To adjust, loosen the stopper nut and shorten or lengthen the stopper as needed. Tighten the stopper nut.
□ Apply three layers of thread tape and a small bead of pipe sealant to the tailpiece threads.
☐ Thread the tailpiece to the body and tighten securely.
☐ Slide one end of the clip onto the rod. Slide the link onto the rod with the thumbscrew facing the back of the fixture.
□ Squeeze the other end of the clip, aligning the hole with the rod.
□ Move the link to the proper position by squeezing the clip and sliding it along the rod.
☐ Insert the lift rod into the hole in the faucet and then into the hole in the link.
☐ Tighten the thumbscrew onto the link so the lift rod knob extends above the lift rod hole.

5. Drain Installation-Style B

□ Remove the protective cover from the flange.
□ Apply a ring of plumbers putty or other sealant to the underside of the flange according to the putty manufacturer's instructions.
☐ Assemble the nut, flat washer, and tapered gasket (tapered side up) fully onto the body.
□ From the underside of the fixture, insert the drain body up into the drain hole.
□ From the top of the fixture, securely hand tighten the flange onto the drain body.
□ Make sure the drain body seal hole is facing the back of the fixture, and securely tighten the nut.
□ Remove any excess putty or sealant.

6. Complete Drain Installation-Style B

□ Press the seal into the seal hole on the body.
□ Insert the stopper into the flange.
☐ For regular installations, insert the short end of the rod into the body seal hole and under the stopper. For vandal-resistant installations, fit the rod through the hole in the stopper. Hand tighten the body nut.
☐ Remove and adjust the stopper as needed so it lifts about 3/8" (1 cm) when opened. To adjust, rotate the threaded stopper rod in or out as needed. Retighten the stopper nut.
□ Apply thread sealant tape to the tailpiece threads, and thread the tailpiece to the body. Tighten the tailpiece securely.
☐ Slide one end of the clip onto the rod. Slide the link onto the rod with the thumbscrew facing the back of the fixture.
☐ Squeeze the other end of the clip, aligning the hole with the rod. Move the link to the proper position by squeezing the clip and sliding it along the rod.
☐ Insert the lift rod into the hole in the faucet and then into the hole in the link.
☐ Tighten the thumbscrew onto the link so the lift rod knob extends 1/2" (1.3 cm) above the lift rod hole.

7. Grid or Chain Stopper Drain Installation

□ Apply a ring of plumbers putty or other sealant to the underside of the flange according to the putty manufacturer's instructions.
☐ Insert the flange into the lavatory drain hole.
☐ Assemble the gasket (tapered side up) and washer to the flange and thread the nut to the flange. Securely hand-tighten the nut.
□ Remove any excess sealant.
□ Apply three layers of thread tape and a small bead of pipe sealant to the tailpiece threads.
☐ Thread the tailpiece to the body and tighten securely.

8. Supply Connections

☐ If the lavatory is not installed, install it at this time using the lavatory manufacturer's instructions. Allow enough space for penetration of supply tubes into the supply stops. Cut the supply tubes if necessary.
□ Connect the supply hoses to the supply stops. (Left is hot - right is cold).
□ Tighten all connections.

9. Installation Checkout

□ Connect the P-trap.
□ Ensure that all connections are tight.
□ Remove the aerator by turning it counterclockwise.
□ Open the drain.
☐ Turn on the main water supply and check for leaks. Repair as needed.
☐ Open both hot and cold valves and run water through the spout for about a minute to remove debris. Check for leaks. Turn valves off.
□ Remove any debris from aerator and reinstall.

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Outils et matériaux

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Estilo de desagüe A

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Estilo de desagüe B