What is a shower volume control?

One lever controls the temperature of the water (thermostatic valve), and a second lever controls the volume of the water and the on/off function (volume control valve). This system allows you to set the temperature once and for all so that each time you take a shower it’s set the way you want it.

What kind of valve does Kohler Master shower 2 use?

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What should the temperature be in a Kohler shower?

You’ll then need to turn the valve stem and collar clockwise; this should initiate the hot water’s flow. Be careful of splashing yourself since the water may be too hot. Check the temperature with a thermometer. It should never exceed 120 degrees Fahrenheit.

What kind of pressure balancing unit does Kohler shower use?

Valve cartridge GP30413 may resolve leaking from the showerhead or spout. Pressure Balancing Unit (PBU), if included, GP800820 may resolve temperature issues.

How do you change the temperature of a 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.

What’s the temperature of a Kohler shower valve?

It’s a trim-only kit compatible with any Rite-temp Kohler shower valve body. The shower valve trim kit balances the water pressure fluctuations with unique technology. It maintains temperature within +/- 3 degrees F during any other running water outlets. The programmed anti-scald protection offers the exact temperature regulation.

How to identify single control Bath and shower valve?

This allows you to expose the valve for proper identification. For assistance with removing the trim, refer to “Identify and Remove Single-Control Bath and Shower Trim”. Once the trim is removed, refer to the information below to identify your shower valve.

Where is the mixer Cap on a Kohler shower valve?

Another resource to help you identify your bath/shower valve is this interactive flow chart that will guide you through the identification process. 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.

What kind of PBU does a Kohler shower valve have?

The valve had a PBU with smooth o-rings. The K-2971 has a PBU with notched o-rings. The PBU GP1144925 is interchangeable and used with both the K-306 and K-2971. Black mixer cap has 2 screws located at 3 and 9 o’clock that screw the cap to the brass valve body. The square brass stem rotates clockwise to turn on. Manufactured from 1997-2004.