Use and Care Manual
Installation
CAUTION: Improperly installed systems could result in water damage due to leaks or flooding. Proper
installation of this system requires familiarity with standard sink plumbing and proper use of common hand
and power tools. If you are not familiar with standard sink plumbing and proper use of common hand and
power tools or have any difficulty with the installation of this system, please consult a licensed professional,
such as a contractor or plumber.
1. Preparation
① Location: This water filter can be installed anywhere with proper cold water supply, such as under the
kitchen sink, behind the refrigerator, next to your aquarium, inside the RV, etc.
② Tools needed:
1. 3 /8 inch and 1 /4 inch wrenches or adjustable wrench
2. Phillips and flathead screwdrivers
3. Scissors or utility knife
4. Bucket and towel to catch water drips
5. Variable speed power drill with 1 /2 inch steel or marble hole saw bit if a hole on counter is to be
drilled
2. Steps for installing under the kitchen sink (other locations may vary)
① Installing the Feed Water Adapter
1.1 Turn off your Inlet Water Valve (COLD), and open the kitchen faucet to release water pressure.
1.2 With a towel or bucket underneath, disconnect the Faucet water hose from Inlet Water Valve using
the 3 / 8 inch wrench, and install the Feed Water Adapter (AFW) between them. Make sure the
rubber washers are still in place. It is usually not necessary to use Teflon tape here. Hand tighten
the hex nut and use the wrench for the final ¼ - ½ turn. Do not over tighten.
1.3 Install the 1 / 4 inch WHITE tubing on the Feed Water Adapter using the 1 / 4 inch wrench. Hand
tighten it then tighten up half to one turn using the wrench. If you received the feed water adapter
with quick fitting, simply insert the tubing ½ inch deep into the fitting. It will lock automatically.
② Installing the drinking faucet
2.1 If your kitchen sink does not have a spare ½” hole, you will need to drill one. (Refer to Quick Tips for
Drilling a Hole in Sink or Counter-top). Wipe clean and dry the area.
2.2 If there is a blue protection film on the Front Plate, remove it. Slip the front plate with black rubber
washer onto the faucet stem. Insert the faucet stem into the hole on the counter. Optionally, plumber
glue or sealer could be used.
2.3 Under the sink, slip on the Back Plate, and tighten the Hex Nut.
③ Installing the unit and filter cartridges
3.1 Match the stage labels and twist filter cartridges clockwise into the machine head in order.
3.2 On the cabinet wall, mark the two holes of bracket, and install two #8 x 1” round head screws to
hang the unit.
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