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Easy to install

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Unpack and unwrap contents. Turn off and 
disconnect the cold water supply.

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Select a space under your sink for 
the filter unit that is at least 12" (30 

cm) from the bottom of your cabinet to 
allow easy access to the water and for filter 
replacements. Use the mounting holes located 
at the back of the unit to mark the wall screw 
placements. Hole distance: 98mm

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Attach each sump to the bottom of the unit 
housing. Align connection points, push the sump up 

and turn to the right. Ensure that the sump is locked in 
and in the correct order as shown. 

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Turn the cold water on. Check for 
leaks and proper installation: place a 

towel under the filter unit and check for leaks. 
Allow water to run for 20 minutes to flush 
carbon fines. Note: Never use oils to lubricate 
the O-rings; O-rings come pre-lubricated.

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Attach 3⁄

8

" white tube to the brass tee: slide the compression nut onto 

the white tubing (with threads of the nut facing the end of the white 

tube). Next, slide the plastic sleeve onto the white tube. Place brass insert 
into the opening of white tube. Push the tip of the white tubing into the 
opening of the brass tee. While holding the white tube in place inside the brass 
tee, tighten the compression nut to compress the plastic sleeve and create a 
seal. NOTE: Use a wrench to ensure complete seal. Avoid over tightening.

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Connect supply lines: insert 3⁄

8

" tubing 

from the tee fitting into the inlet side and 

insert 1⁄

4

" tubing from the faucet into the outlet 

side. Use diagram on the right to mark tubing 
depth to ensure they get inserted completely. 

It is VERY IMPORTANT to insert tubing 
completely so leaking does not occur.  

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Faucet 
Installation: 

Install as shown. 
Tighten nut to secure 
faucet to sink.

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Use a 7⁄32" (6mm) drill bit to drill holes. 
Carefully tap the plastic anchors into the 

drilled hole with a hammer. Mount unit to 
the wall with the screws. Pull the protective 
plastic strip from the battery compartment. 
The red LED should flash and beep five (5) times 
to indicate that the battery is installed correctly.

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Attach threaded ends of supplied brass tee 
to the cold water supply line and shut-off 

valve; tighten using an adjustable wrench.

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Faucet Connection: connect the ¼" outlet tubing to the 
base of the faucet by sliding the chrome nut onto the 

tube followed by the white collar. Place the white insert into 
the end of the tube. Press the tube against the faucet base 
and slide the nut and collar up to the threads. Use wrench 
to ensure seal is sufficiently tight.  
Note: Avoid over tightening. 

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Summary of Contents for AQ-5300+

Page 1: ...Installation Instructions AQ 5300 Under Counter Water Filter Installation must comply with state and local laws NOW CONNECTED ...

Page 2: ... Tee 1 P Poly Tubing Not Shown Preparing for Installation Please read entire installation guide before installing the filter system Tools Recommended for Installation Variable speed drill 7 32 6mm bit Adjustable wrench Measuring tape Bucket Phillips head screwdriver Hammer Please ensure all parts listed are present If any part is missing or damaged do not attempt to install the filter Estimated In...

Page 3: ...ompression nut to compress the plastic sleeve and create a seal NOTE Use a wrench to ensure complete seal Avoid over tightening 9 Connect supply lines insert 3 8 tubing from the tee fitting into the inlet side and insert 1 4 tubing from the faucet into the outlet side Use diagram on the right to mark tubing depth to ensure they get inserted completely It is VERY IMPORTANT to insert tubing complete...

Page 4: ...are Use of parts from other manufacturers may result in loss of contaminant reduction performance system damage or failure Use of parts from other manufacturers will also void your warranty Please visit aquasana com for all replacement parts Precautions Slow Filter Change pre filter cartridge more often Filter is only to be used with cold water If you experience a leak at the hose connection disco...

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