Instructions / Assembly

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
NOTES:
• For standard undersink installation on 3/8-inch cold water line
(copper or PVC pipe).
• Please read all instructions, specifications, and precautions before
installing and using your filter system.
• Install filter cartridge in filter housing according to the filter
cartridge replacement instructions (below) before proceeding
with installation.
• There must be a shut-off valve ahead of the filter.
• Numbered diagrams correspond with numbered steps.
Installation
1. If filter is unassembled: Make sure O-ring is clean. Remove
silicone lubricant from parts bag. (A) Lubricate O-ring
with silicone lubricant and press into O-ring groove at
bottom of housing threads. Insert the cartridge into
housing and screw on cap with built-in mounting bracket.
Hand-tighten only, do not use wrench.
O-ring
1
A
2. (A) Turn off cold water supply and open nearest cold
water faucet to release pressure in pipes before starting
installation. Place a tray or towels under the cold water
line to catch excess water. (B) Select location under sink
where filter is to be mounted. Use mounting bracket as a
template to mark screw locations. Mount filter in marked
location using mounting bracket.
NOTE: (C) Allow 1
1
⁄2 inches clearance below housing to
enable filter cartridge changes.
2
1
1
⁄2"
A
B
C
3. (A) Using a pipe cutter or hacksaw, remove a 3-inch
section of pipe from the 3/8-inch cold water line. Deburr
ends of remaining pipe with a file. (B) Push a quick-
connect elbow onto each end of remaining cold water
line. Be sure to push elbow onto pipe until you hit a hard
stop.
3
A
B
4. Determine the lengths of tubing needed to connect
the inlet and outlet sides of filter to the quick-connect
fittings on the cold water line. Measure the tubing to the
appropriate length to prevent kinking. Cut the tubing
squarely. Assemble as shown in Figure 4, inserting tubing
into appropriate inlet or outlet quick-connect fitting until
it stops (flow arrow is
on cap).
NOTE: The tubing should be pushed into the fitting
approximately 5/8-inch.
4
5. (A) Slowly turn on the water supply to allow filter to fill
with water, (B) and then press the red pressure-relief
button on top of filter to release trapped air. Check for
leaks before leaving installation.
NOTE: A drinking water cartridge may contain carbon
fines (very fine black powder). After installation, flush the
cartridge for 30 minutes to remove the fines before using
the water. It is recommended that you run the tap at least
20 seconds prior to using water for drinking or cooking
purposes.