BASIC INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
CONTINUED
3. Installing Union Connections
NOTE: Two union connections and a stainless steel braided
hose are included to allow installation to a 3/8" cold
water supply line. A 90 degree plastic elbow fitting is
included to prevent kinking of supply hose.
A. Apply plumber tape to the 3/8" NPT threads on both union
fittings and elbow fitting. Wrap tape in direction of the
threads to assure a tight fit and avoid small leaks.
B. Screw elbow fitting into the inlet port of the filter head.
C. Install union fittings onto filter head and elbow.
D. Securely mount the filter head on the cabinet wall using the
enclosed mounting screws and washers.
4. Connect Inlet Water Supply
E. Locate and close the cold water shut-off valve under your
sink. Open cold water line of faucet to release
water pressure.
F. Unscrew and disconnect the braided tubing from the cold
water supply line.
G. Attach one end of the supplied braided tubing to the top of
the cold water supply line.
H. Attach the other end of the supplied braided tubing to the
inlet connection of the filter head.
5. Connect System to Faucet
I. Attach open end of existing Braided Tubing to Union Fitting
on outlet side (right) of new system. Hand tighten to avoid
damage to fittings.
6. Install And Flush Filter Cartridge
J. Lift handle of the build-in shut off (QC Valve) on the Filter
Head.
K. Hold Head firmly with one hand.
L. Align filter cartridge lug with label on filter Head.
M. Insert filter cartridge—Push upwards.
N. Turn it to the right—About 1⁄4 turn—Until rotation stops.
O. Open cold water valve and check for leaks up to Inlet
Elbow Fitting.
P. Open Water Faucet (not pictured).
Q. Lower the QC Valve Handle to flush water to the sink.
NOTE: Flush new filter cartridge for at least 3 minutes to
remove air and any loose carbon. At first the water
may appear cloudy due to trapped air in the filter and
tubing. If water continues to be cloudy for more than
one week, please contact Pentair Technical Support for
assistance: (800) 279-9404
R. Activate Filter Timer by pinching bubble until you feel
a change in resistance as the Filter timer "pops."
Within a few seconds, a thin RED line will appear in
the white window showing the Timestrip(R) has been
activated. Peel away backing and adhere to desired
location. When the white window is completely filled
with RED, it is time to replace your product.
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