INSTALLATION INSTRuCTIONS
7. Install the Filter Cartridge
NOTE: The system is designed to ensure proper alignment of the
cartridge to the filter head assembly prior to installation.
A)
Align the tab on the filter cartridge with the slot in the filter head
assembly (Figure 7A).
B)
Place hand on filter head assembly to steady the system. Slide the
cartridge filter up into the head assembly until it can go no further.
Rotate the cartridge clockwise 1/4 turn until the cartridge can go
no further (Figure 7B).
8. Place the System into Operation
A)
Slowly turn on the cold water supply.
B)
Flush filter for 5 minutes through the faucet. Discard water.
C)
Check for leaks at all fittings before leaving installation. If leaks
appear, see troubleshooting.
D)
A change indication sticker is included. Fill in the bottom half and
secure it to the filter cartridge.
NOTE: A drinking water cartridge may contain carbon fines (very fine
black powder). If carbon fines appear in the water, discard water.
More flushing is required if carbon fines are present.
NOTE: Initially, filtered water may appear cloudy. If cloudiness in
a glass of water disappears from the bottom, fine air bubbles are
present. This air within the water will disappear within a few weeks
after installation.
INSTALLATION IS NOW COMPLETE.
FILTER CARTRIdGE REPLACEMENT
NOTE: The life of the filter cartridge depends on water volume used and
the quality of the feed water. It is recommended that the filter cartridge
be replaced every 6 months, or when there is a noticeable change in
taste, odor or flow of filtered water.
OMNIFILTER 1500R or 1750R Cartridge for the system.
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Read all instructions before replacing the filter cartridge.
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A)
Relieve pressure by turning off the water supply to the system and
opening faucet until water flow stops. Place a bucket or towel
under the system to catch any water drips.
B)
Place hand on filter head assembly to steady the system. Rotate
the filter cartridge 1/4 turn counterclockwise until no resistance is
felt. Pull the cartridge down and straight out from the filter head
assembly (Figure 1).
C)
Place hand on filter head assembly to steady the system. Align
the tab on the back of the filter cartridge with the slot in the filter
head assembly. Slide the cartridge filter up into the filter head
assembly until it can go no further. Rotate the cartridge clockwise
1/4 turn until the cartridge can go no further (Figure 2). Slowly
turn on the cold water supply.
D)
Flush filter for 5 minutes through the faucet. Discard water.
E)
Check for leaks at all fittings before leaving installation. If leaks
appear, see troubleshooting.
F)
A change indication sticker is included. Fill in the bottom half and
secure it to the filter cartridge.
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7A
Slot
Tab
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A
B
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B
2
A
B
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