Kohler Sok K-1188 Assembly instructions

Homeowners Guide

Overﬂowing Bath

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K-1188, K-1189

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Important Safety Information

INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE,

ELECTRICAL SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS

READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: When using this unit, always follow basic precautions, including the following:

DANGER: Risk of personal injury. To reduce the risk of injury, do not permit children to use this

unit unless they are closely supervised at all times.

WARNING: Risk of personal injury. To avoid injury, exercise care when entering or exiting the

whirlpool.

WARNING: Risk of electric shock. Do not permit electric appliances (such as a hair dryer, lamp,

telephone, radio, or television) within 5’ (1.5 m) of this whirlpool.

WARNING: Risk of hyperthermia. People using medications and/or having an adverse medical

history should consult a physician before using a whirlpool equipped with a heater.

WARNING: The use of alcohol, drugs, or medication can greatly increase the risk of fatal

hyperthermia. Prolonged immersions in hot water may induce hyperthermia. Hyperthermia occurs

when the internal temperature of the body reaches a level several degrees above the normal body

temperature of 98°F (37°C). The effects of hyperthermia include: (a) failure to perceive heat, (b)

failure to recognize the need to exit the bath, (c) unawareness of impending hazard, (d) fetal

damage in pregnant women, (e) physical inability to exit the bath, and (f) unconsciousness resulting

in the danger of drowning.

Use this unit only for its intended use as described in this manual. Do not use attachments not

recommended by Kohler Company.

Do not operate this unit without the guard (cover) on the suction ﬁtting.

Never drop or insert any object into any opening.

IMPORTANT! Flush your recirculation system twice a month or more depending upon usage, as described

in the ″Flushing the Recirculation System″section.

Keep small objects such as bath toys and bathing accessories out of the unit while it is running.

Repeated use of personal care products containing oils can damage the unit’s plastic components. Do not use

heavy, vegetable-based shampoos or bath oils.

The unit must be connected only to a supply circuit that is protected by a Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter

(GFCI) or Residual Current Device (RCD). Such a GFCI or RCD should be provided by the installer and

should be tested on a routine basis.

To test the GFCI or RCD, push the test button. The GFCI or RCD should interrupt power. Push the reset

button. Power should be restored.

If the GFCI or RCD fails to operate in this manner, there is a ground current ﬂowing, indicating the

possibility of an electric shock. Do not use this unit. Disconnect the unit and have the problem corrected by a

qualiﬁed service representative before using.

The water action of this product will cause bath soap or shampoo to foam. Bubble bath is not recommended

for this reason. Refrain from using these products excessively.

Exercise extreme caution if you walk or move around in the bathing well. Plastic surfaces are inherently

slippery when wet.

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Important Safety Information (cont.)

Do not allow the water temperature in the unit to exceed 104°F (40°C) or the heater will not operate.

Your new bathing product has been listed by Underwriter’s Laboratories, thus ensuring safety for you and

your family. Your new ﬁxture also conforms to rigid ANSI and IAPMO standards set within the plumbing

industry.

Product Identiﬁcation

Identify and record the model and serial numbers below (found near the whirlpool pump):

Model No. _________________________

Serial No. __________________________

Table of Contents

Important Safety Information ......................................................... 2

Product Identiﬁcation .............................................................. 3

Thank You For Choosing Kohler Company .............................................. 3

About Your Overﬂowing Bath ........................................................ 3

Using Your Overﬂowing Bath ........................................................ 4

Using Your Remote Control ......................................................... 6

Care and Cleaning ................................................................ 7

Flushing the Recirculation System .................................................... 7

One-Year Limited Warranty ......................................................... 7

One-Year Warranty ............................................................... 7

Troubleshooting Procedures ......................................................... 8

Service Parts ................................................................... 11

Thank You For Choosing Kohler Company

Thank you for choosing Kohler Company. Your Kohler Company product reﬂects the true passion for design,

craftsmanship, artistry, and innovation Kohler Company stands for. We are conﬁdent its dependability and

beauty will surpass your highest expectations, satisfying you for years to come.

All information in this guide is based upon the latest product information available at the time of

publication. At Kohler Company, we strive to fulﬁll our mission of improving the level of gracious living for

each person who is touched by our products and services. We reserve the right to make changes in product

characteristics, packaging, or availability at any time without notice.

Please take a few minutes to review this guide. Pay special attention to the care and cleaning instructions.

About Your Overﬂowing Bath

Your Kohler overﬂowing bath represents a renaissance in hydrotherapy pleasure unlike anything you’ve

experienced before. The overﬂowing bath will transform your bathroom or home spa into a place of

tranquility, of rejuvenation and gracious living you will enjoy for years to come. The overﬂowing bath will

elevate the spirit-enhancing ambiance of total body immersion, cascading water, and gentle water movement

into your bathroom or home spa. The warm, soothing ﬂow of water and the gentle effervescent bubble action

combine with the enrapturing walls of cascading water to create a relaxing retreat from the cares and worries

of your day.

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Using Your Overﬂowing Bath

If you’re like most people who install a Kohler overﬂowing bath, you can’t wait to get in and try it out.

You’ll soon ﬁnd that the features and controls are very simple to use, and offer you a safe and totally

relaxing personal care experience. Please spend a few minutes with these simple operating instructions, and

then you’ll be ready to go.

Remove all loose bathing items, such as soap bars, shampoo bottles, and washcloths from inside the

unit.

Don’t use excessive amounts of shampoo or soap while you are operating the overﬂowing bath. Of

course, you can freely use shampoo and soap for showering before you ﬁll the unit.

Make sure the metal suction screen is clean, and is correctly in place over the plastic suction cover.

Close the drain.

NOTE: The water temperature in the bath should not exceed 104°F (40°C) or the heater will not operate.

NOTE: The in-line heater will help maintain the water temperature while your overﬂowing bath is

running. Always ﬁll the unit with water tempered to your desired comfort level.

Fill the unit with water so the bathing well overﬂows into the overﬂow channel to the drain. The

channel sensors should be completely covered with water.

The green light in the pump control switch will start to blink automatically within 1/2 minute after

the sensors are submerged to let you know the unit is ready to start.

Fill the unit 4″(10.2 cm) to 6″(15.2 cm) from the bathing well rim.

IMPORTANT! Like any other bath, prevent ﬂooding the area around the unit by entering the ﬁlled

bathing well slowly. This will allow the system to properly drain excess water.

IMPORTANT! Exercise caution if you walk or move around in the bathing well. Plastic surfaces are

inherently slippery when wet.

Slowly enter the bathing well, then press the pump control switch to start the pump/motor and

begin operation.

As the pump/motor turns on and water begins to circulate, the light on the pump control will

change to solid green, and will stay on as long as the overﬂowing bath is running.

Press the pump control switch again to turn off the overﬂowing bath. The green light in the pump

control switch will then start to blink automatically until the overﬂowing bath is drained below the

overﬂow channel sensors, or is restarted.

A built-in timer automatically stops the bath after approximately 20 minutes of operation.

Overflow Channel

Drain

Overflow

Channel

Sensors

Water Pump Control

Switch

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Using Your Overﬂowing Bath (cont.)

Chromatherapy Light Operation

If the chromatherapy lights are turned off, press the button on the light control switch (located next

to the pump control switch). The chromatherapy lights will begin to cycle through each of the colors

(sweep mode). The control switch ﬂashes blue in the sweep mode.

When the chromatherapy lights are in sweep mode, you can lock in one color light by pressing the

control button. The light control switch is a constant blue in this mode.

When an individual color is locked in, press the control button to turn the chromatherapy lights

off.

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Using Your Remote Control

NOTE: There are two types of remote controls available: a basic unit and a unit with controls for

chromatherapy and effervescence. Determine which unit you have and follow the corresponding

directions.

NOTE: Your remote requires two AAA batteries. To install or replace them, simply unscrew the base of the

remote.

NOTE: Your overﬂowing bath is equipped with a waterproof remote.

To turn the pump on and off, press the power button. The heater normally turns on with the pump.

Press the heater icon to turn the heater off. The indicator ring will appear light green or yellow

green in color. The heater will not operate if the pump is off. Press the heater icon again to turn the

heater on. The indicator ring will appear dark green when the heater is on.

Press the effervescence icon to turn the pump off. Press it again to turn the pump back on.

To cycle the chromatherapy lights through the spectrum of colors, press the chromatherapy cycle

icon.

To lock an individual chromatherapy color in, press the chromatherapy speciﬁc color icon.

Programming the Remote

IMPORTANT! Programming the remote control is required. Your whirlpool will not respond to any

remote control until you program the remote. If you replace the remote control or replace the pump

control, it will be necessary to program the remote control.

NOTE: To program the remote you must turn off the breaker controlling the power to the overﬂowing

bath. Perform the following steps within three minutes after restoring power.

When power to the overﬂowing bath is turned on, the pump control switch will ﬂash for three

minutes. It ﬂashes between yellow and green.

Press the pump control switch to enter the learn remote function. The pump control switch will

ﬂash green.

Press any button on the remote. The overﬂowing bath will only respond to this remote.

NOTE: If you do not press any of the buttons on the remote within three minutes, the overﬂowing bath

will not respond to the remote control.

Heater

On/Off Power

On/Off

Heater

On/Off

Power

On/Off

Effervescence

Mode

Chromatherapy

Specific Color

Selection

Chromatherapy

Cycle

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Care and Cleaning

For best results, keep the following in mind when caring for your KOHLER product:

•Use a mild detergent such as liquid dishwashing soap and warm water for cleaning. Do not use

abrasive cleaners that may scratch or dull the surface.

•Carefully read the cleaner product label to ensure the cleaner is safe for use on the material.

•Always test your cleaning solution on an inconspicuous area before applying to the entire surface.

•Do not allow cleaners to sit or soak on the surface.

•Wipe surfaces clean and rinse completely with water immediately after cleaner application. Rinse

and dry any overspray that lands on nearby surfaces.

•Use a soft, dampened sponge or cloth. Never use an abrasive material such as a brush or scouring

pad to clean surfaces.

For detailed cleaning information and products to consider, visit www.kohler.com/clean. To order Care &

Cleaning information, call 1-800-456-4537 and press 1 for Kohler Products and then 3 for Literature.

Flushing the Recirculation System

Flush the recirculation system twice a month or more, depending upon usage.

•Make sure the metal suction screen is clean, and is correctly installed over the plastic suction cover.

•Fill the bathing well with hot water so the bathing well overﬂows the bathing well rim and ﬂows

into the overﬂow channel to the drain overﬂow, and so both overﬂow channel sensors are

completely covered with water. The green light in the pump control switch will start to blink

automatically within 1/2 minute after the overﬂow channel sensors are completely submerged.

•Add 2 teaspoons of a low-foaming dishwasher detergent, and 20 oz. (.6 L) of household bleach to

the water.

•Press the pump control switch button, and let the unit run for 5 to 10 minutes.

•Press the pump control switch button a second time to turn off the unit.

•Completely drain the unit.

•Wipe the surface dry with a clean, soft cloth.

One-Year Limited Warranty

KOHLER plumbing products are warranted to be free of defects in material and workmanship for one year

from date of installation.

Kohler Co. will, at its election, repair, replace or make appropriate adjustment where Kohler Co. inspection

discloses any such defects occurring in normal usage within one (1) year after installation. Kohler Co. is not

responsible for removal or installation costs. Use of in-tank toilet cleaners will void the warranty.

To obtain warranty service contact Kohler Co. either through your Dealer, Plumbing Contractor, Home

Center or E-tailer, or by writing Kohler Co., Attn.: Customer Service Department, 444 Highland Drive,

Kohler, WI 53044, USA, or by calling 1-800-4-KOHLER from within the USA, 1-800-964-5590 from within

Canada and 001-877-680-1310 from within Mexico.

Implied warranties including that of merchantability and ﬁtness for a particular purpose are expressly

limited in duration to the duration of this warranty. Kohler Co. and/or seller disclaims any liability for

special, incidental or consequential damages.

Some states/provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion or

limitation of special, incidental or consequential damages so these limitations and exclusions may not apply

to you. This warranty gives you speciﬁc legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary from

state/province to state/province.

This is Kohler Co.’s exclusive written warranty.

One-Year Warranty

KOHLER CO.

It is recommended that at the time of purchase, you verify that all accessories and components are complete

in this package.

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One-Year Warranty (cont.)

This Kohler product is warranted to be free of defects in material and workmanship for one (1) year from the

date of purchase as shown on the invoice or receipt.

1. Kohler Co. will only service its commercialized products through its authorized distributors.

2. To obtain warranty service, please present the invoice and corresponding warranty.

3. Through its authorized distributors, Kohler Co. promises to repair the defective product or provide a new

replacement or an equivalent model (in those cases that the model has been discontinued) when the product

is beyond repair, without any charge to the consumer.

4. The time of repair will not exceed six (6) weeks commencing on the date the product is received.

5. It is recommended that the consumer save the invoice or receipt as additional protection, as it may

substitute the warranty in the case that there is a discrepancy in the validity of the warranty.

EXCEPTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS

The Warranty will not be valid in the following cases:

1. When the product is not operated in accordance with the instructions concerning use and operation set

forth in the owner’s manual or installation instructions, and when the recommendations and warnings

included are not observed.

2. When the product has been modiﬁed or dismantled partially or totally; or has been used in a negligent

fashion and as a consequence has suffered damages attributable to the consumer, individual, or hardware not

authorized by Kohler Co.

3. This warranty does not cover the damages as a result of disaster such as ﬁre or acts of God, including

ﬂooding, earthquake, or electric storms, etc. To obtain a list of distributors in your area where you can

exercise your rights under this warranty, please call 001-877-680-1310.

KOHLER CO., KOHLER, WI 53044 U.S.A.

IMPORTER:

INTERNACIONAL DE CERÁMICA, S.A.B. DE C.V.

AV. CARLOS PACHECO NO. 7200

CHIHUAHUA, CHIH., MEXICO C.P. 31060

TEL: 52 (14) 29-11-11

Troubleshooting Procedures

For warranty service, contact your dealer or wholesale distributor. This Troubleshooting Guide is for general

aid only. Contact a Kohler Authorized Service Representative or a qualiﬁed electrician to correct all electrical

problems.

Symptoms Probable Causes Recommended Action

1. Green light in pump

control switch ﬂashes

before the bathing well is

full of water.

A. Spout ﬁlls directly into overﬂow

channel. A. Adjust/reinstall the spout to ﬁll

directly into the bathing well.

Refer to the installer/dealer.

B. One or both butterﬂy valves do

not work. B. Check the butterﬂy valve wiring

or replace the butterﬂy valves.

Refer to the installer/dealer.

C. Control does not work. C. Check the wiring or replace the

control. Refer to the

installer/dealer.

2. Product does not start. A. No power to unit. A. Turn on the power to the unit, or

correct the source of the power

loss. Refer to the installer/dealer.

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Troubleshooting Procedures (cont.)

Symptoms Probable Causes Recommended Action

B. Water does not cover the

overﬂow channel sensors. B. Fill the bathing well until water

ﬂows over the bathing well rim,

into the overﬂow channel, and

covers the overﬂow channel

sensors. Suggested ﬁll level is to

the drain overﬂow.

C. Pump control switch does not

light up or ﬂash when the unit is

running or ﬁlled as required.

C. Check the wiring or replace the

pump control switch. Refer to

the installer/dealer.

D. Pump/motor does not work. D. Rebuild or replace the

pump/motor. Refer to the

installer/dealer.

E. Control does not work. E. Check the wiring or replace the

control. Refer to the

installer/dealer.

3. Water does not cascade

evenly over the entire

bathing well rim.

A. Unit is not level. A. Level the unit by using the

wrench provided to turn the

adjustable feet up or down as

needed.

B. Bathing well ports are blocked. B. Remove blockage.

C. Metal suction screen is blocked. C. Clean the metal suction screen.

4. Unit stops automatically

before 18 minutes. A. GFCI/RCD trips. A. Identify the source of the fault

and correct. Refer to the

installer/dealer.

B. Motor overheated and protection

device activated. B. Check for blockage of the motor

vent. Allow the motor to cool,

then remove the blockage.

Check for a plugged metal

suction screen, and allow the

motor to cool before restarting.

Check for blockage of the

bathing well ports. Remove the

blockage, and allow the motor to

cool before restarting.

C. Water level drops below the

overﬂow channel sensors during

operation (″yellow″ring will be

ﬂashing on pump switch).

C. Fill the bathing well until water

ﬂows over the bathing well rim,

into the overﬂow channel, and

covers the overﬂow channel

sensors. Suggested ﬁll level is to

the drain overﬂow. Make sure

the bath drain seals properly.

5. Noisy operation. A. Metal suction screen is not in

place over the plastic suction

cover.

A. Position the metal suction screen

over the plastic suction cover to

prevent cavitation.

B. Insufficient water level in the

overﬂow channel. B. Fill the bathing well until water

ﬂows over the bathing well rim,

into the overﬂow channel, and

covers the overﬂow channel

sensors. Suggested ﬁll level is to

the drain overﬂow. Make sure

the bath drain seals properly.

C. Pump/motor rattles. C. Make sure the pump/motor

banding straps have been cut.

6. Water temperature drops

signiﬁcantly over 20

minutes of operation.

A. Heater limit switch tripped.

Indicator light should be ″On″

during operation.

A. Reset the GFCI/RCD.

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Troubleshooting Procedures (cont.)

Symptoms Probable Causes Recommended Action

B. Heater does not work. B. Check the wiring or replace the

heater. Refer to the

installer/dealer.

7. Chromatherapy lights do

not work. A. Damaged wiring harness. A. Check the wiring harness. Refer

to the installer/dealer.

B. Control does not work. B. Check wiring or replace the

control. Refer to the

installer/dealer.

8. Remote control does not

work. A. Batteries improperly installed or

dead. A. Replace batteries.

B. Antenna on wiring harness is

damaged. B. Replace wiring harness. Refer to

the installer/dealer.

C. Remote control not programmed

correctly. C. See remote control Homeowners

Guide or Service Manual.

D. Remote control does not work. D. Replace remote control. Refer to

the installer/dealer.

E. Control does not work. E. Replace control. Refer to the

installer/dealer.

9. Water does not reach bath

rim upon ﬁlling. A. No power to the unit. A. Turn on the power.

B. Level probe wires loose. B. Check/reconnect wires. Refer to

the installer/dealer.

C. Butterﬂy valves do not work. C. Check wiring; replace butterﬂy

valves if necessary. Refer to the

installer/dealer.

D. Control does not work. D. Replace control. Refer to the

installer/dealer.

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