STEP 4
Install the Filter and Test the Filter System for Proper Operation
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.
NOTE: Do not over tighten.
3
Check for any leaks before proceeding.
4
Turn on the cold water shut-off valve and turn on the faucet. Flush the system for 10 minutes.
5
Turn on the cold water shut-off valve underneath the sink.
6
Turn on the new faucet for filtered water. In order for the Filter System to flush the Filter Cartridge, allow the water
to run for approximately 10 minutes.
7
Check for any leaks between the System Head assembly and cartridge; around all fittings; on kitchen faucet adapter connection;
and on faucet/tubing connection.
If there are leaks between the top of the kitchen faucet adapter and the kitchen faucet stem:
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Turn off the cold water shut-off valve underneath the sink.
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Turn on the faucet for filtered water to release pressure and allow water to completely drain from the line.
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Tighten the connection between the kitchen faucet adapter and the kitchen faucet stem.
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If leaks continue, remove the kitchen faucet adapter from the kitchen faucet stem and wrap the kitchen faucet adapter and
the kitchen faucet stem with Teflon
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Turn on the cold water shut-off valve underneath the sink. Turn on the faucet for filtered water. Inspect for leaks.
If there are leaks between the bottom of the kitchen faucet adapter and the cold water supply line:
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Turn off the cold water shut-off valve underneath the sink.
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Turn on the faucet for filtered water to release pressure and allow water to completely drain from the line.
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Tighten the connection between the kitchen faucet adapter and the cold water supply line.
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If leaks continue, remove the kitchen faucet adapter from the cold water supply line and wrap the kitchen faucet adapter and
the cold water supply line with plumber's tape and re-install.
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Turn on the cold water shut-off valve underneath the sink. Turn on the faucet for filtered water. Inspect for leaks.
If there are leaks between the System Head and the 1/4" Plastic Tubing:
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Turn off the cold water shut-off valve underneath the sink.
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Turn on the faucet for filtered water to release pressure and allow water to completely drain from the line.
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Disconnect the 1/4" Plastic Tubing from the System Head Inlet and System Head Outlet.
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Check the 1/4" Plastic Tubing to see if it is cut squarely. If not, re-cut the ends squarely.
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Wet the ends of the 1/4" Plastic Tubing with water and re-insert into the System Head Inlet and System Head Outlet.
® If leaks continue, turn off the water supply and call Customer Service.
Universal Drinking Water Series
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tape and re-install.
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FAUCET FOR
FILTERED WATER
(not included)
KITCHEN FAUCET
HOT WATER
COLD WATER
VALVE
VALVE
RIGID TUBING INSTALLATION
FAUCET FOR
FILTERED WATER
(not included)
KITCHEN FAUCET
HOT WATER
COLD WATER
VALVE
VALVE
FLEXIBLE TUBING INSTALLATION
V4.0