Instructions / Assembly

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STEP-BY-STEP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (cont.)
Install Mounting Bracket and Fittings
Instructions are for installing fittings onto copper plumbing. If
the unit is to be installed on any other type of tubing (plastic,
PVC, galvanized), consult a qualified plumber for additional
hardware.
1. Attach heavy-duty mounting bracket to head
assembly with four hex-head screws as shown in
illustration.
The bracket can be used as a template for
marking the location of the mounting screws.
2. Apply 4 or 5 wraps of Teflon tape, in a clockwise
direction, to the pipe threads of each fitting.
DO NOT use joint compound on any parts
connecting to filter housing.
3. Assemble fitting to the inlet and outlet of the head. Start
each fitting by hand to make sure they don’t cross-thread.
Use an adjustable wrench to tighten fittings. DO NOT
OVERTIGHTEN. About 1–2 thread(s) should remain
visible.
4. Use four hex washer-head screws to mount bracket to the
wall firmly. Use proper anchors on wall. Anchors are NOT
included.
5. Install the head cover. Head cover is reversible for
various installations.
6. Install the handle.
Installing the Unit
1. Align filter assembly with pipe ends making certain that
the incoming water supply is going into the filter opening
marked “IN”. It may be necessary to spread the pipe ends
apart to install filter assembly.
2. Using two adjustable wrenches, hold incoming fitting
securely with one wrench and tighten nut with second
wrench. Repeat this procedure for outgoing fitting.
3. If mounting bracket is not used, support the water pipe
on either side of the filter unit.
4. Install a filter and tighten canister to seal (see Filter
Cartridge Replacement section).
Cut Water Line
WARNING
A copper or galvanized cold water pipe may be used to
ground electrical outlets in the home. Failure to maintain this
ground path may result in an electric shock hazard. If the cold
water pipe is used to ground electrical outlets, please refer to
the Installing the Ground Wire section before cutting the pipe.
1. Turn off the water supply and open a nearby faucet to
drain the water out of pipes.
2. Using a tape measure or ruler, measure the distance “D”
as shown.
n NOTE: It is recommended that the shut-off valve
be placed before and after the filter as shown in the
Installation Overview illustration.
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Select a secure location surface to install filter and
mounting bracket. The location should align the filter
housing with inlet and outlet pipe and should not cause
the pipes to bend or damage. Mark the distance “D” on
the pipe. D is about 7
3
⁄4”.
3. Using a pipe cutter, cut pipe. Sand (file) cut ends of pipe
to ensure that they are square and smooth.
n NOTE: Have a bucket and towel available to collect
excess water.
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Attach Fittings to Water Line
1. Slip a compression nut onto each pipe.
2. Next, slip the brass ferrule onto each pipe.
Installing the Ground Wire
NOTE: If your house plumbing is plastic, it would not be used
as a grounding path, and this step should be skipped.
IMPORTANT: A copper or galvanized house cold water
pipe is often used to ground electrical outlets in the home.
Grounding protects you from electrical shock. The water
filter housing may have broken this ground path. To restore
connection, install an 18”-long, 6-gauge copper wire across
the filter, tightly clamped using UL-approved 1/2”–1” bronze
grounding clamps at both ends as shown. Zinc clamps
should not be used on copper plumbing. Wire and clamps
may be purchased separately from your local hardware store.
1. Clean copper pipe and ends of wire with emery paper.
Bare wire is recommended. If insulated wire is used, it
should be stripped 3/4” at each end before cleaning with
emery paper.
2. Attach bronze clamps to pipe. Tighten screws.
3. Attach wire to clamps as shown. Tighten screws.
Clamp
Ground wire
Hex Nut
Brass ferrule
Hex Nut
Brass ferrule
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