Why are Kohler rite temp shower valves so popular?
Rite-Temp® – The Next Generation of Shower Valving KOHLER® Rite-Temp valves are the engines behind the Kohler bathing and showering experiences you love. They have been a favorite with plumbers and specifiers alike because of their reputation for rugged reliability, outstanding performance and high quality.
How to service a rite temp K-304 shower valve?
Please refer to the following steps below to service your Kohler Rite-Temp K-304 shower valve with the mixer cap GP77759 and pressure balancing unit (PBU) (GP500520) or the mixer cap and PBU kit (GP76851). CAUTION: Before doing any repairs to your Kohler valve, please shut off your water.
What’s the temp in Kohler rite temp trim?
Kohler’s latest diaphragm pressure-balancing technology provides accurate and reliable temperature control (+/-3° F), and advanced materials have been used to resist seizing even in the most aggressive water conditions. 3. RITE-TEMP TRIM – ENDLESS DESIGN OPTIONS
What should the water temp be in a Kohler shower?
NOTE: The water temperature should never be set above 120 degrees F. Remove the handle and trim from the wall to expose the cap assembly (Fig. 1). Remove the black o-ring, caution tag, and red collar from the round brass stem; older model will have a black collar (Fig. 2).
What kind of valve does Kohler rite temp use?
For installations where the valve has been roughed-in deeper than standard, there is a universal deep rough-in kit available which works with every KOHLER Rite-Temp trim. With the launch of the new Rite-Temp universal valve system, the existing K-304 valve trim will be replaced by new Rite-Temp trim options.
NOTE: The water temperature should never be set above 120 degrees F. Remove the handle and trim from the wall to expose the cap assembly (Fig. 1). Remove the black o-ring, caution tag, and red collar from the round brass stem; older model will have a black collar (Fig. 2).
How much water can flow from a rite temp shower spout?
The Rite-Temp valves are not equipped with a positive shut-off diverter system. There is a small, permissible, amount of water that may drip from the tub spout when the water is diverted to the showerhead. ANSI standards allow for .1 to .3 gallons per minute to flow from the spout when diverted to the showerhead.
How do you test the temperature of a rite temp shower valve?
Rotate the valve stem clockwise to turn the water on. Test the water temperature with a thermometer. When the desired water temperature has been reached, replace the red or black collar on the valve stem. Turn the stem counterclockwise to turn the water off. Reinstall the caution tag, o-ring, trim, and handle.
What’s the maximum flow rate for a Kohler shower?
Maximum flow rate of 13.0 gpm at 45psi – ideal for multiple outlet shower installations or rapid bath filling. 3/4-inch NPT connections. Integral shut-off valve stops.
Can you change the valve on a Kohler shower?
Once the valve is installed, select your finished trim and finish from KOHLER’s comprehensive design portfolio. Should you decide to remodel in the future, simply change out your trim for the latest design without the need to change the valve installation. Includes valve body, pressure balance cartridge, rough-in guide, and mudguard.
Where is the valve cap on a Kohler shower?
Cartridge (GP800881) may resolve leaking from showerhead/spout or temperature issues. K-8304-K-NA Service Parts information. Black mixer cap has 2 screws located at 3 and 9 o’clock that screw the cap to the brass valve body. Features a red or black temperature limit stop attached to stem of the mixer cap.
Rite-Temp® – The Next Generation of Shower Valving KOHLER® Rite-Temp valves are the engines behind the Kohler bathing and showering experiences you love. They have been a favorite with plumbers and specifiers alike because of their reputation for rugged reliability, outstanding performance and high quality.
Maximum flow rate of 13.0 gpm at 45psi – ideal for multiple outlet shower installations or rapid bath filling. 3/4-inch NPT connections. Integral shut-off valve stops.
How does a Kohler shower control valve work?
The brass, round, splined stem rotates clockwise to turn on. Push or push/pull diverter diverts water from the bottom port outlet to the top port outlet. Note: The K-305 Rite-Temp Diverter Valve features a smooth diverter stem. The K-11748 features a threaded diverter stem. Reference the photo below for more detail.
Please refer to the following steps below to service your Kohler Rite-Temp K-304 shower valve with the mixer cap GP77759 and pressure balancing unit (PBU) (GP500520) or the mixer cap and PBU kit (GP76851). CAUTION: Before doing any repairs to your Kohler valve, please shut off your water.
What’s the new rite temp valve for TS trim?
The new TS, TLS, PS, and PLS trim will include adapters for installation with the current K-304/K-2971 Rite-Temp valve as well as the next-generation Rite-Temp valve. Please note: this change does not affect the trim for the K-11748 Rite-Temp valve with push-button diverter.
The Rite-Temp valves are not equipped with a positive shut-off diverter system. There is a small, permissible, amount of water that may drip from the tub spout when the water is diverted to the showerhead. ANSI standards allow for .1 to .3 gallons per minute to flow from the spout when diverted to the showerhead.
What do you need to know about Kohler rite temp valves?
The Installation Instructions require the removal of the pressure balancing unit and mixer cap prior to soldering to prevent damage to the internal components of the valve. Kohler Rite-Temp valves feature a mixer cap that is designed for a hot water inlet from the right and cold water from the left.
