Instructions / Assembly

WFHD13001 8 V4.1E

Filter Cartridge Replacement

STEP 1

1 Turn off the main water supply to your home.

NOTE: This will shut off all water flow in the home.

2 Purge all water from the plumbing lines by turning on all faucets in your home and draining completely.

NOTE: Use a pan or bucket to catch any water in the Filter Housing.

3 Press the red pressure-relief button on top of the Filter System A to release pressure.

4 Use the Filter Housing Wrench D to unscrew the Filter Housing.

NOTE: Use a pan or bucket to catch any water in the Filter Housing.

5 Pour out the water in the Filter Housing and remove the used Filter Cartridge C.

STEP 2

1 Rinse out the bottom of the Filter Housing.

2 Add enough water to fill the Filter Housing 1/3 full. Add approximately 2 tablespoons of bleach and clean the System Head and bottom

of the Filter Housing with a clean cloth. After cleaning, rinse the Filter Housing thoroughly to remove bleach.

3 Remove the O-Ring B in the top of the Filter Housing and wipe clean.

4 Use silicone grease to lubricate the O-Ring.

5 Place the O-Ring back in the groove of the Filter Housing.

NOTE: Make sure that the O-Ring is seated properly in the groove to ensure a good seal.

NOTE: Have a pan or bucket handy to rinse out the Filter Housing.

STEP 3

1 Insert the new filter cartridge over the standpipe in the bottom of the Filter Housing.

2 Screw the Filter Housing back onto the System Head and hand-tighten. Using the Filter Housing Wrench, tighten 1/4 turn.

IMPORTANT: Do not over tighten.

3 Slowly turn on the water supply at the main shutoff valve.

4 Press the red pressure-relief button on top of the Filter System to release any trapped air.

5 Check for any leaks before proceeding (refer to troubleshooting on page 6).

6 Turn on the nearest faucet and flush the Filter System for 40 minutes.