How to Adjust a Kohler Shower Temperature Regulator

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    Preparation

    • 1). Remove the retaining screw from the shower handle using either a Phillips screwdriver or Allen wrench. Pull the handle off and set it aside.

    • 2). Take off all adapters, inserts and sleeves between the handle and the faceplate, noting the order in which they are removed.

    • 3). Remove the screws holding the faceplate to the regulator. Remove the faceplate and set it aside.

    Minor Adjustment

    • 1). Rotate the valve stem and collar clockwise to start the flow of hot water.

    • 2). Turn the set-screw on the temperature regulator collar counterclockwise to increase the maximum water temperature or clockwise to decrease the maximum water temperature.

    • 3). Turn the set-screw until the desired temperature is reached. Rotate the valve stem and collar counterclockwise to shut off the water.

    • 4). Install the faceplate and screws. Install the adapters, inserts and sleeves in the proper order. Install the handle and retaining screw.

    Major Adjustment

    • 1). Remove the O-ring from the valve stem, followed by the collar.

    • 2). Turn the valve stem clockwise until the desired maximum temperature is reached.

    • 3). Slide the collar onto the valve stem with the set-screw seated against the tab on the regulator housing. Slide the O-ring onto the valve stem until it is seated against the collar.

    • 4). Turn the valve stem counterclockwise to turn off the water.

    • 5). Install the faceplate and screws. Install the adapters, inserts and sleeves in the proper order. Install the handle and retaining screw.

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