KOHLER K-10416-CP Forte Single Control Kitchen Sink Faucet with Sidespray and Lever Handle, Polished Chrome
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Product Details
Manufacturer: KOHLERModel: 10416-CP
Color: Polished Chrome
Product features:
- 22-inch stainless steel braided flexible supply hoses
- One-piece ceramic disc valve crushes and removes line debris for leak-free faucet
- High-temperature limit stop allows you to preset a comfortable maximum temperature to eliminate scalding
- 3/8-inch fitting on hoses fastens directly to stops for faster hook-up
- Solid metal construction ensures years of beauty
Tools and Hardware Reviews of KOHLER K-10416-CP Forte Single Control Kitchen Sink Faucet with Sidespray and Lever Handle, Polished Chrome
Customer Review: Kohler self install Problems
Summary: 2 Stars
Kohler seems to manufacture a handsome product. Packaged at home product stores, it even appears to provide easy installation. However, plumbers need not worry; Kohler has a long way to go to meet its implied promise of easy DIY installation.
I just installed a model K=10416-CP, but looking through merchandise at stores, there are several models that would install in a similar fashion. Here are the problems:
1. The instruction book has so little guidance it is misleading. Important information is omitted such as:
a. The necessity to have a helper to hold up the heavy faucet above the sink while someone installs the support bracket underneath,
b. The fact that rubber o-ring that goes into the base of the unit is flimsy and will not stay in place easily,
c. The fact that the unit must face in a set direction for the handle to operate properly,
d. The instruction that says "Check for leaks" but offers no idea how to cope with them.
2. The instruction book does not provide any useful trouble shooting help. Worse, the nice ladies who answer the company's service center are not much help either. Nice, but no help. Example:
a. The installation of the side spray onto the male fitting at the bottom of the unit is extremely difficult to do behind a sink. There is no way to grip the nut for a final tightening.
b. No guidance is given about aligning the unit property. Even with the support bracket aligned as shown in the diagram, the unit needs further adjusting.
3. The product appears to have an ease-of-installation "concept;" but it is carried out inadequately. For example:
a. The unit is installed with a tightening nut that eliminated the need to hire a 4 foot plumber with slim arms to fasten the support bracket by utilizing a special nut long enough to drop below the sink bottom so that a socket wrench can be used to tighten it. Nice touch.
b. BUT, the connector for the spray hose is right in the middle of the two supply lines near the unit's base where there is no room for a wrench. This connection would have been easier if a longer line (such as the unit's long supply lines) had been used. Or if the unit used a bayonet socket instead of a screw on connection.
i. I recommend installing the spray hose BEFORE setting the main unit on the counter or sink top hole and tightening the support bracket. That way it can be tightened with pliers above the sink where there is room to use the tool. Then load all of the lines through the opening being careful not to entangle the hose supply line in the process.
4. Instructions call for removing excess putty or sealant after installing the hose guide. But really, there is no need for goop here.
5. The aerator should be removed for a pre-use flush. Actually, it has a nice touch -- two beveled planes for a wrench to grip. But one would not know this from the diagram and the beveling is not readily visible as contained in the spout housing. One is tempted to use pliers to remove the aerator and thus scratch the surface. This could be prevented if the instructions were clear.
6. Final analysis: These faucets are easier to install than some others with short supply lines. However, make no mistake; their installation is not for someone without prior experience. In instructions are poor and so is some of the workmanship. Expect Kohler Customer Service to be nice but useless.
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Description of KOHLER K-10416-CP Forte Single Control Kitchen Sink Faucet with Sidespray and Lever Handle, Polished Chrome
Finish/Color:Polished Chrome Swing spout 9 1/16' spout reach with 8 7/8' height Lever handle 2.2 gpm @ 60 psi Sidespray includedForté kitchen faucets feature a refined design without sacrificing necessary durability of operation. With simple curves that accentuate any kitchen interior, this Forté faucet offers a swing spout with over a 9-inch reach for added workspace. The matching sidespray provides a unified look while optimizing functionality. And, depending on your choice of our durable, lustrous finishes, the Forté faucet complements any décor from traditional to contemporary kitchen applications. Solid brass construction and ceramic valving ensure reliable, lasting performance and flexible stainless steel water supplies allow ease of installation. The Forté faucet is available in models with an escutcheon plate or remote valve to suit your individual preference and sink configuration needs.
KOHLER Kitchen Faucets
Behind the stylish design of KOHLER® kitchen faucets is a high standard of functionality and versatility because, at Kohler, we know today?s hard-working kitchens require effective, cutting-edge designs that can reliably perform multiple tasks with ease. Whether you?re preparing vegetables, safely filling a large pot over the stovetop or washing dishes, our kitchen faucets help create an efficient workspace that accommodates your needs and complements your lifestyle. Our extensive offering of pullout and pull-down kitchen sink models, along with a wide array of pot fillers and entertainment sink faucets, is meticulously constructed only of brass and zinc ? never plastic ? to provide enduring strength and beauty. In addition, KOHLER faucets are available in a range of exclusive Vibrant® PVD color finishes that are uniquely bonded to our faucets for exceptional resistance to scratching, corrosion and tarnishing. Finally, with minimal tools and flexible water supplies, our innovative "No Sweat" installation solutions save you time, effort and money.
Vibrant® PVD Color Finish
Kohler Co. sets an industry benchmark for faucets with its Vibrant finish. Working at the molecular level, the Vibrant process enables Kohler Co. to produce faucets in a variety of polished and brushed color/finish options. All possess a luster that clearly shines through for the life of the faucet. Kohler Co. employs a state-of-the-art Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) process to create the Vibrant finish. The process creates an incredibly strong surface and a remarkably durable finish; one that is resistant to scratching, tarnishing and corrosion.
All KOHLER faucets carry a lifetime limited warranty for as long as the original consumer/purchaser owns his or her home.
About Kohler Co.
Founded in 1873 and headquartered in Kohler, Wisconsin, Kohler Co. is one of America?s oldest and largest privately held companies. Kohler is a global leader in the manufacture of kitchen and bath products, engines and power generation systems, cabinetry, tile and luxury home furnishings, and international host to award-winning hospitality and world-class golf destinations. Kohler Co. is known around the world for plumbing products, its traditional core business, and its flagship brand: KOHLER.
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