KOHLER Malleco Touchless Kitchen Faucet Installation
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- Опубліковано 23 лют 2019
- In this video, Dave shows us how to install the KOHLER Malleco Touchless Kitchen Faucet. Please visit our blog at DIYProjectByDave.com
This faucet is available on Amazon here - amzn.to/2U507LC
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Amazing Video!!!!!! I want to thank you for making and posting this Video! I am a woman and have no plumbing knowledge. This Step by Step video really makes a difference!
I was able to remove our damaged kitchen faucet and install our new Kohler faucet in about 1 hr with the help of my oldest 9 yr old son.
Definitely recommend watching this video to all of those who will or are installing a kitchen faucet. If a mom of 4 kids can do it with the help of a 9 yr old boy then so can you!
Thank you Dave!!!
Thank you very much for your feedback and encouragement! Glad the video helped!
Thank you, Dave! Kohler, you owe Dave money! Pay-up!!
Thanks so much for showing how you cleaned the counter before installing the new faucet. Using a razor blade would have never occurred to me, and it was genius. It makes things so much easier to clean!
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I use white vinegar to dissolve the hard water deposits then I used an old credit card to try to scrape the remaining crud without scratching the metal before I used a razor blade.
Good example easy to understand. A good easy to do yourself video. If your body can fit through front of cabinet to get to nuts washers and all then fairly simple. What ive learned w plumbing nothing ever is as simple as looks lol and corrosion etc. But this guy does good job for DIY People, ive done building since first hammer at 12 if i wasnt ski racing offroad or motocross i was doing remodeling projects, anything on house. Makes job simple w a guy like him explaining. I can understand and thats such a plus ;*) and perfect speed explaining ;*)
We really appreciate your feedback and comment! When we work on these videos, Wini is the test, she has no background, so at least Wini has to understand what Dave is trying to say 😂😂
Terrific vid! 👍👍👍. Coincidentally, I just bought this same exact touch less faucet from Costco and used your excellent instructions to install it in much shorter time than if I had followed the instruction manual. Well done Sir, and many thanks for making this weekend project into a short after work task. Only took me about 25 minutes. Wish the instructions were this helpful.
Thank you so much for your feedback! Enjoy the new faucet. We love it!
I followed this step by step and never even touched the instructions. Works great! Thank you so much for your help!
Glad to hear that the video helped! Thank you for your feedback!
Excellent step by step guide. Could not have done it without you! Thanks to your wife for asking some of the questions I had.
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Bought a similar model from Costco. Your video helped me. Thanks for taking the time to film and publish.
Thank you for your feedback and I hope you like the new faucet!
One of the most detailed installation videos I have seen, thank you!
Thank you. It was a fantastic help. I did it !!! Elderly ladies can do stuff with Dave’s help 🙏
Thank you for the comment! Glad the video was helpful!
Thanks so much for your step by step. Absolutely love the way your wife is helping and learning as you go.
Thank you for your comment! Wini is the test to make sure the instructions are helpful lol.
@@DIYProjectsByDave they were perfect. I was able to install by myself .
Thanks again both of you
Thank you! I've never installed a faucet before and I used your video with the instructions. It helped tremendously! Thanks again.
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Thanks for the video - I was 90% sure as to what I was doing but this just gave me the confidence that I needed!
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Same. No instructions with product and didn’t know why the nut has screws
Thank you Dave for this video. It helped me a lot during the installation.
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Thanks, Dave! I'm feeling much more prepared to tackle this project next weekend. It seemed daunting but you made it look so easy!
Thank you for the comment! Hope your project goes well! Take care.
Nice video. Going to get started now. Thanks!
I bought the AC adapter for my faucet , works great. No battery changes ever. Thx
Thank you for your comment! Yeah love that AC adapter!
Thank you! I love UA-cam you can find just about anything. I completed the job in 20 minutes
Thank you for your feedback! That's a fantastic speed 😄👍
20 minutes! You are a valid DIYer First Class. Congratulations.
Thank you Dave & partner for this video! I was able to easily install the same faucet (on sale at Costco!) with your help!!!
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Thank you very much Dave ! Great professional instructional video with great pace and great lighting.
Thank you for your feedback! We are just a husband and wife team trying our best to put together these videos. Your comment is encouraging! Thank you.
Thank you for this awesome instructional video!
Thank you so much for this video. It was very helpful. You answered all my questions and made it so we didn’t go crazy putting this together.
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Thank you for posting this video. I just got back from one month out of town and faucet was NOT working. Of course UA-cam is where I went directly. It was the batteries. Much appreciated...
Thank you so much for your feedback and glad the faucet works now!
KOHLER sells an AC adapter to solve that problem.
Great Video !!! I could install in under an hour….. thanks a lot Dave
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Awesome video. I followed step by step and made myself feel like a plumber. Many thanks!
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Thank You! Just finished my install. Followed your video step by step!
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Thank you for sharing! Very helpful 🎉
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Just finished the installation. Thanks so much dave :D
Glad you get the faucet installed!
Thanks to your video, the installation was so much easier.👍
Glad the video helped! Thank you for your feedback!
Great video! I'm having an issue with the faucet turning back to the middle on its own. Is there a way to adjust the resistance?
Thank you for this video!! Very helpful
Glad that the video is helpful. Thank you for the comment!
Marvelous marvelous 👏👏great .. couldn’t be more clearer than that.. 👍
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Excellent installation video! Thank you.
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Thanks for the video. I was able to install the exact same faucet today following your guidance. There were some areas that were too dark but I was able to watch the manufacturer video as a cross reference as well. Nevertheless, I am Haappy that my install was good. Thank you for putting in the time to make this video!
I just bought the faucet, thanks for the install help
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I wish I watched this prior to installation. Kohler should include a link in that damn manual. I'm a mechanical engineer and good plumber, but this extra wiring bugged me from a design standpoint. I like simplicity and this seemed like added issues. First it was hell connecting wires underneath sink, second I didn't really see all the connections, next I found no operating instructions like how that valve worked. Hopefully now I can finish it off (I was expected water to flow with handle but now I see tat simply turns on, but sensor lets it flow).
Great video !👍🏽👍🏽
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Thanks so much for this excellent video!!!
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This was really helpful. Thanks for posting.
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Dave I have a question how can I take the head apart to clean it? because It's running little low on gallons per minute.
I have a feeling some gunk may have built up underneath the airaider and in the supply lines.
This comes after Changing a circulation pump connected to my solar panel water heater set up.
I never could have imagined that would happen but it did and it seems thats only the Faucet That sustained a dramatic change where My other kitchen faucets bath possets and shower heads all seem to bounce back To normal operation and water flow per minute.
So where I'm going with this; is this Kohler faucet. I also bought from Costco. in invertedly I threw away the manual and I don't know how to take apart the head of the Fossett without damaging it.
Hi Guys, I have two of these faucets going bad. when you run hot water through them after a 6-8 months they just stop responding while hot water or even worm water running. I replaced the one under the warranty but 6 months later same thing, only when hot water running. anyone noticed that and have suggestions? Many Thanks.
Sorry to hear that you have been having trouble with the faucet. We installed 2 of them a couple of years ago and have not had any issues. It is possible that if you have hard water that calcium deposits are clogging up the valves. Thank you for watching.
Great video. Thanks I do have one suggestion. While everything was shut off would be a good time to replace the “dishwasher” outlet with a gfi outlet since it’s so close to a water source. Just in case.
Thank you for your suggestion. That's a good idea. The way ours set up is it connects to another GFI outlet. But this is a good reminder. Thank you!
Would you consider adding the plywood support for stainless sinks?
Ty for the Review & Installation 😀 ✅
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This product comes with AC adapter anyways. And in this video I saw a electric outlet under the sink so not sure why waste the batteries. Well nice step by step video.
Thank you very much for your feedback! The unit we got from Costco didn't come with the adapter. We have since then got the adapter from the Kohler's website. Thank you again and have a great day!
@@DIYProjectsByDave hey thats helpful. How much was adapter?
@@azeeze1391 It's $23.95. See this link www.us.kohler.com/us/ac-adapter/productDetail/kitchen-fittings/1368627.htm;jsessionid=211C52FC76F47E59F428579523BFA44B.kohler-prod1-ecom2?skuId=1368582&_requestid=339158
@@azeeze1391 We tried to buy some "cheaper" one from Amazon, it listed it would work with this model of faucet, it doesn't. I suggest don't try to save a few bucks. Get the good one from the Kohler site directly. Thank you for your comment!
@@DIYProjectsByDave Where does the electric cord go the unit?
Thanks! Got a bit overwhelmed when I opened the box, but you made it look pretty easy!
Thank you for your feedback! Hopefully the video helps on your installation project!
I have an intermittent but frequent problem where water just dribbles out of the faucet, and I hear a whining below. Valve diaphragm?. (I've had the batteries out and bypass turned on for a year.) How do you (unhook) get the hose off that clicked onto the valve (same for getting the valve off of the copper outlet tube), and can I just click the spray valve hose directly to the copper outlet tube, removing the valve box entirely from the equation?
Ty Dave and Wini
Ty - Thank you
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I bought this yesterday and installed it. Everything is great EXCEPT the faucet won't go right i can make the backward U part swivel left but when I go to move it right it gives me resistance.. Please help... any advice?
I enjoyed the video as it was very clear as to the process to install the new kitchen electronic faucet. I do want to mention I watched it yesterday 8/25/2021 unfortunately Kohler apparently made a change as the hot water operates by bringing the lever forward not back. In my case since it takes several minutes to get hot water I did not realize the directions for water flow currently are opposite from your video. you may want to update.
Thank you
Thank you for your feedback and noted the change you mentioned. I am curious of the change as it is the opposite way of this style of faucets in general, not only the electronic model like this one... I'll look into it further. In the meantime, I'm wondering if you could confirm the hook up wasn't switched accidentally? Just a thought. In any case, I appreciate your comment and definitely will do some research on the change noted. Thank you again and have a great day!
Front to back should be for the water pressure and side to side for the water temperature.
Thanks, I’m on it tomorrow, wish me luck ;)
Hope all goes well! 👍
Excellent video thank you both.
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Very useful. Thanks!!
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Nice video ❤❤❤🌷👌🙏
Thank you!!
Thanks - it was a big help !
Thank you for your comment! Glad the video helped!
Mine came with a black rubber washer as well, but the instructions don't mention it. I assume it should go underneath and be the first contact with the underside?
Thank you for watching, The rubber washer goes on the top side in between the faucet and the sink. It should be the first contact with the top of the sink.
@@DIYProjectsByDave Thanks. I didn't see it in the instructions anywhere so that's a big help.
Kohler says the rubber washer goes underneath the sink but above the metal washer and the brass colored screw ring. Here's a url to the parts: www.us.kohler.com/us//productDetail/serviceparts:1000204/1000204.htm?skuId=1000149&_requestid=3972085
Also, since the top gasket looks flimsy, I asked Kohler if I could use plumber's putty to better protect from water leaking into the cabinet below the sink. They advised me not to do that since it might affect the lifetime warranty. Guess I'm gonna have to invest in a leak detector.
When installing the plate cover/escutcheon, are there screws and bolts to hold it down or does it stay put with the bolt to hold down the faucet?
Thank you for watching. The cover plate does have a bolt on each end to help hold it down. These bolts line up with the standard holes for a faucet with 2 water handles. The middle of the cover plate is held down by the faucet.
@@DIYProjectsByDave Thank you for your help. Your video was very informative and helpful.
I have the same kitchen faucet. Is there any screens/flow restrictors that can get clogged down below under the sink? I have low water pressure. The screen to the sprayer head is clean.
I am not aware of any filters under the sink. it is possible that it could be an issue with the electric valve. you can test it by putting it in manual to bypass the sensor like I showed in the video. Thank you for watching.
I just hooked the sprayer chord without connecting the sensor. How do I unhook the sprayer chords?
Your vid was very helpful, thank you.
Thank you for your comment!
Great job like many homes the bottom area of the sink is congested with garbage disposal, water filters and a trap. One question with the water lines so close to the electrical outlet why isn't the outlet a GFIC?
It may be. The outlet may be on a multi-outlet line. The GFIC could be located at an outlet closer to the circuit breaker. When you have a doubt, you can use an outlet tester. I installed a water-proof outlet receptacle on mine.
How do you disconnect the value box from its connection? I am in the process of replacing with a new one and the upper connector isn't cooperating.
Thank you I needed to know can we run this manually but thanks to the lady in video for asking him to show to bypass that was the last question
Thank you for watching. Glad to hear we covered the information you needed.
It's a common problem for the mesh filter on the solenoid to get clogged. Before connecting the inlet on the solenoid, run the water on both hot and cold for a minute to get any debris out.
Will save people frustration of possibly losing flow.
Thank you for the tips and feedback!
I installed a GE whole-house water filter on the main water line.
Is it ok/safe to leave the handle in the on position at all times so I can use the touch less sensor whenever I want?
Hi! That's how we've been using the faucet so far. No problem noticed. Thank you for your question!
Excellent!
Thank you!
Hi, I just bought this for my kitchen, the problem is that the space between the sink and the uper cabinets is just the measure of the faucet so when I tried to install it I couldn't becouse of the gold tube (that one threaded tube) . It is any other way to install it? like to pull apart the gold tube from the faucet and put it down to up? Any recomendation will help me.
I have yet to see your situation unless it's a full-size cabinet. I would return the faucet and replace it with a shorter one. It's an excellent faucet, but...
Thanks much this video helped me in my installation
No non staining plumbers putty needed? I'm using the Kohler simplice single hole and am undecided. Suggestion? Tx
Thank you for your comment. Depending on the type of sink you have the regular plumbers putty might leave a stain on it. I always recommend using the non staining type because it works on all sinks and you don't have to worry if you have the right kind or not.
Hi Dave, I have this same faucet and all of a sudden, wen I swipe my hand under the sensor the water turns on for just a brief second, and then turns off . Then the light flashes red once. The batteries are good, the sensor is clean, and I unplugged the cables to the battery box and reconnected....no change. When I put the faucet into manual override, I can hear the on and off click that you hear when it is in automatic mode. I'm not sure if that means anything. Do you have any idea what I ought to do , or where the problem is? Any help is greatly appreciated.
I am sorry too hear that you are having problems with your faucet. It sounds like you have already checked the basics. I have only time I have had anything like that happen is when either something else is too close to the sensor like a scrub brush, or if I poor boiling water in the sink and then steam triggers the sensor. But since yours is happening all the time it doesn't seem like that is the issue. Unfortunately I am not sure, maybe an issue with the sensor? Let us know if you figure it out. Thank you for watching.
I'm considering buying the same faucet from Costco, what are your thoughts on the faucet now that you've had it almost a year?
Hi! Thank you for your comment. So far so good. It works well for us. I like the sprayer. Only thing is it does keep swing on one side for us. Maybe something with the installation? It doesn't stay on the left side of the sink too well. Afterward we saw our friend having the Moen MotionSense one. The sensor location is different. Not sure if that's better or not. In any case, we like this one so far 🙂 Thank you!
Hey Dave thanks for the video mate. It's exactly what I was looking for. I have the exact same faucet and I bought the a similar Kohler goose neck faucet. Can you please send me link to the plumber's wrench? I need to buy one of those but not sure which dimensions I would need.
Hi! Thank you for watching and appreciate your comment! Apologies on using the wrong term in the video, it's actually the basin wrench. ours is the 3/8 to 1" size but I would suggest buying the 3/8 to 1-3/8" size because the handle extends so it is easier to work with. Please see this link for the plumber's wrench - amzn.to/2RWvDj5
@@DIYProjectsByDave Thanks Dave
Thank for for the very detailed video! We're thinking of getting this faucet. One question: if you put it in spray mode, then turn off the water (using the handle or waving your hand), when you turn it back on, does it go back to "normal" mode? Or is it still in spray mode?
Hi! Thank you for your feedback! To answer your question, when the faucet is out on spray mode, it will stay as spray mode upon on/off. Thank you!
@@DIYProjectsByDave Great! Thanks so much for the reply!
Good luck with that. I got two of them installed and one of them stopped working. I changed batteries. Still doesn’t work. I had the one that isn’t working less than a year. I don’t even know it it was 6 months. I’m getting my plumber back out to see if he can see why it’s not working. If he can’t figure it out I will have to replace it and it won’t be with this brand again. It has a 5 year warranty so keep your receipts. I can’t find mine. Lesson learned !
Sorry to hear what happened to you.... Our is still ok so far. We don't use the batteries though. We use AC adapter.
how do you remove the flow restrictor on a Kohler Lir 4339?
I have no water flow after connecting outlet hose to valve box. Water is running from outlet hose after disconnecting. I tried to change batteries. It's still not running. Any idea what I can do?
Hello I have a similar faucet. Problem when I turn it on the water it dribbles, replaced cartridge still a problem. It only works when I mess with the shut-off valves under the sink😵 Do you have any idea what could be the problem? PLEASE AND THANKS!
Thank you for watching. The problem is probably with the electric Valve under the sink where the wires connect. Make sure that the black button for the manual override is turned all the way until it stops. If it's only turned part way it could cause this. Another thing to check is to make sure that the hoses do not have a Sharp bend in them that is blocking the water flow.
Have you figured out how to lock it in sense mode so the handle only controls temperature and not switch to manual mode?
That device is a powered water valve controlling the faucet's water supply. You turn the switch clockwise to turn on the sensor. Counter-Clockwise de-activates the sensor and turns the faucet into manual mode. I hope my reply helps you.
thank you
Hello. Thank you so much for the video. Is your tap working fine? Are you happy with it? Can you toggle the faucet head from one sink to another? Many thanks.
Hi! Thank you for your comment! We like the faucet so far. Been using it for a couple of years and so far so good. Sometimes the sensor get dirty and it acts up. Just need to wipe the sensor. Yes you can move the faucet between the two sinks. Only thing is it doesn't stay too well when it's turned to the other side. Maybe adjustable we just never really look into it. Overall it's good. We like it.
@@DIYProjectsByDave thank you very much for your reply. I had read in one of the comments of your video that when we pull down the faucet we get hot water which is opposite to what we normally get. The same thing is happening to us. Is it because it's Kohler Maxtron and not Malleco? Thanks so much.
That's interesting! Yeah it could be the different model. I would take a look and make sure the hook up is correct for the hot and cold water. Other than that, it could be the different model. We are not sure, sorry!
@@DIYProjectsByDave thank you so much for the reply. Yes it's a different orientation. However, we have now gotten used to it. Thanks again for all your help.
@@mamtasawhney7455, I had the same problem. I was caused by a "Professional" plumber who reversed the hot and cold water lines. The plumber should have tested the faucet before I paid him. He turned the hot water on, but it took a while for the hot water to flow.
Great video. Really appreciate the step by step explanation. Thank you. Is your faucet still working fine? What's your experience so far?
Thank you for your comment! Our faucet is still working well for us. No issues and we really like it. Thank you!
Hey there, excellent HANDS on procedure, I have the same faucet that I purchased from Costco, I’m having a problem with it leaking when it is shut off ( by hands free) drips continuously. Is the problem in that white box valve unit.?
Thanks in advance and is that part available?
Thank you for watching. Sorry to hear that you are having problems with the faucet. From what you describe it does sound like an issue with the white valve box. Some things to try would be to switch it back and forth and few times between hands free and manual using the black knob on the side of the white box to see if you can dislodge any dirt that may be holding it open. Also double check that the batteries are not dead.
@@DIYProjectsByDave thanks for the response, I will try that.
@@DIYProjectsByDave that’s exactly what it is, I’m using it plugged in to electrical
Anyway I turned that switching pad to manual and the leak stopped. I’m sure after 3 years it is no longer in warranty, any chance you have a part number for that and is it relatively easy to replace
Any thanks again
Frank
I would try turning it back to Auto again and see if it works now. If it us not fully in the Auto position it will leak like that. Unfortunately no I do not know the part number. You can try contacting Kohler and see if they can help you. Good luck.
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Mine works on batteries but will not work on directly connected to electrical outlet although it shows sensor light on ?
Is it possible to hardwire so no battery is needed?
Any one know the size of nut with 2 screws to mount the faucet?
I bout a used one without it
Thanks
Mine stop working and tried to turn de Black screw clockwise but wouldn't turn! Super tide
How long on average the batteries last?
How did you manage pass the last ring 6:54 exactly
Thank you for the comment. Do you mean the nut (last ring)? Basically put everything in the right order and push them up to screw in.
How do you replace the aerator?
Thank you for watching. That is a good questions. I have not tried to do that on this faucet yet.
What is the product make and model ?
The Make is Kohler and Model is Malleco Touchless Kitchen Faucet R77748-SD-VS. We got ours at Costco and you can also find it here on Amazon - amzn.to/3C6bsAB
Why not rechargable batteries? So they can sell you the DC addaptior that is NOT included in the box!
Can you help me? I cannot get that damn sensor to work.
Is the faucet at the on position or is the sensor malfunctioning?
@@DIYProjectsByDave thank you very much for responding. However, sorry, but I finally got it working a few minutes ago. Im sorry for using your time.😣🙏
@@coded321 Glad you got it to work! Honestly it took me a while to get used to the operation! Thank you for stopping by! Sorry for the late reply.
I couldn’t do it, the threads are fine they are not standard
Sorry to hear that...Could you elaborate? Hmmm the threads on?
Why do I have 3 valves under my sink 🙄
Shouldn't that weight simply attach to that white plastic on that water line, seems to be in the right position? Interesting coupling you've got on the disposer drain pipe.
Thank you for watching. The weight needs to be installed on the hose a couple of inches up from the bottom of the loop the exact location May differ depending on your install. Yes the wires are hard to get too when you are under the sink. You just have to feel for the connection. The connection on the drain you saw is for our reverse osmosis system.
The line is actually marked for the weight placement.
i couldnt turn the water off and i snapped the swiitch off and had to call the repair man
Oh no, sorry to hear that....
Hey Dave/Wini, how's it going today with this Faucet, any problems so far considering its been almost 3+ years and so many models are out now, I was thinking of going with the Kohler Emile - ua-cam.com/video/xJdW2Jd0uWk/v-deo.html
need your advice, many thanks/
Hi! Thank you for reaching out! Our faucet is working well! No issues for us so far. The Emile model seems very nice and elegant. 👍
5:00 electric wire next to my water tap. No thanks.
Good video though.
Thank you for your feedback!
This is a cheap POS. The manual override at 8:56 stopped turning. The sensor doesn't sense anything even with fresh batteries. Less than a year's worth of use.
I will not recommend it because customer service
Sorry this doesn't work out for you. Take care.