Installation Guide

• READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE YOU BEGIN.
• Follow all local plumbing and building codes.
• Before installation, please inspect the sink for damage. Do not install a damaged sink.
• For undermount sinks proceed to section I. For drop-in sinks proceed to section II.
E-Granite
™
Sink
Installation Instructions
TO BE REMOVED FOR USE BY THE OCCUPANT!
I. UNDERMOUNT INSTALLATION
ATTENTION INSTALLER:
• E LKAY RECOMMENDS THAT UNDERMOUNT SINKS SHOULD BE INSTALLED BY A PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCED
INSTALLER.
• WARNING: THE ENCLOSED CUTOUT TEMPLATE PROVIDES A SINK OPENING THAT WILL EXPOSE APPROXIMATELY
1/8" OF SINK RIM LEDGE AS SHOWN IN ILLUSTRATION A.
• IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT YOU DISCUSS THIS WITH YOUR CUSTOMER AND AGREE TO WHAT THE FINISHED
EFFECT WILL BE. ELKAY IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR IMPROPER SINK OR COUNTERTOP INSTALLATIONS.
• ELKAY E-GRANITE UNDERMOUNT SINKS MUST BE FASTENED TO SOLID SURFACE COUNTERTOPS ONLY (I.E. GRANITE).
• ELKAY IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR SINK AND COUNTERTOP IF DAMAGED DURING INSTALLATION.
• FOLLOW ALL LOCAL PLUMBING AND BUILDING CODES.
ILLUSTRATION A
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ILLUSTRATION B
TRACE COMPLETELY
AROUND EDGE OF SINK
DRAW SECOND
LINE INSIDE SINK
OUTLINE (CUT LINE)
5/16"
Note: The clips provided are designed for a maximum countertop
thickness of 1-3/4”.
1. To determine the proper size opening for your sink place the sink
upside down on top of the countertop. Mark or trace line around the
edge of the rim. Then cut an opening 5/16” inside the line. (See
illustration B).
2. Set new sink in opening to see that it fits properly.
II. DROP-IN INSTALLATION
1. Position template on countertop. Locate front to rear, so sink will not interfere with the cabinet.
2. Trace a line around the template. Cut along the inside of this line to provide opening.
3. Locate and provide for the mounting holes (following the countertop manufacturer’s instructions). Holes should allow for even
spacing around sink. Type of fasteners to be as recommended by countertop supplier.
4. Fasten mounting brackets to countertop loosely
5.
U sing a high quality silicone adhesive caulk, apply a bead evenly all around the top of the sink flanges. CAUTION: DO NOT USE
EPOXY TO SEAL SINK.
6. Position and align the sink in the countertop opening.
7. Tighten fasteners until mounting brackets are snug against sink. (See illustration A).
8.
C heck alignment of sink to countertop opening.
9. Tighten down fasteners evenly. Be careful not to over-tighten. Remove excess caulk and allow caulk to cure following the
caulk manufacturer’s instructions.