At the Greenbuild International Conference and Expo, Kohler San Raphael Pressure Lite. This was the industry’s first one-piece, 1.0 gallon-per-flush high-efficiency toilet with pressure assist technology. Kohler’s pressure assist technology uses compressed air within the reservoir to
propel water to the rim and siphon
jetAn orifice or other feature of both a toilet and whirlpool; a toilet jet is designed to direct water into the trapway quickly, to start the siphon action; a whirlpool jet is designed to direct air and water throughout the whirlpool to create flow and/or bubbles. for robust flushing power. This was an incredible flush and set a new standard for flushing a toilet. The 1.0
gpfAn abbreviation for "gallons per flush", a term used when discussing water consumption for toilets. could save a household of four between 7,000 and 10,000 gallons of water annually, versus the standard 1.6 gpf.
The San Raphael toilet features a sleek one-piece design, with Comfort HeightThe height of a toilet bowlA water-containing receptor that receives liquid and solid body waste; two general bowl classifications are round-front and elongated. (with seat) that stands at the same height as a standard chair for maximum comfort and ease when sitting down or standing up.™ seating and an elongated bowlA toilet bowl having dimensions of 14" x 18½" long (from the center of the seat hinge holes to the front edge of the outside rim). for ease-of-use. This toilet represented the future of flushing technology, as the industry moves to improved performance with better technology and utilizing less water.
The introduction of Kohler’s San Raphael shows Kohler’s commitment to continue to give consumers the most choices for water-conserving plumbing products. The Kohler San Raphael will have the WaterSense label. This is a partnership program sponsored by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, which ensures consumers are purchasing a product that reduces water usage, and meets strict performance guidelines. To be eligible for WaterSense, toilets must flush, on average, with 20 percent less water than the standard 1.6 gpf.
