STEP
7
-Optional Direct Connect
Test the Filter System for Proper Operation
1
Turn on the cold water shut-off valve under the sink.
2
Turn on the new Faucet for Filtered Water
D
. In order for the Filter System to flush out any air and carbon fines (fine black powder)
from the QuickTwist
™
Filter, allow the water to run for approximately 10 minutes.
3
Check for any leaks between the System Head assembly and Filter; around all fittings; on Kitchen Faucet Adapter
H
connection;
and on faucet/tubing connection.
If there are leaks between the System Head assembly and the QuickTwist
™
Filter:
n
Turn off the cold water shut-off valve to the Filter System and turn on the Faucet for Filtered Water to drain the water and
release pressure.
n
Remove the QuickTwist
™
Filter and inspect the O-Rings around the nozzles on top of it. Make sure they are in place and free
from dirt and particles.
n
Turn off the Faucet for Filtered Water.
n
Replace the QuickTwist
™
Filter by lifting it straight up into the System Head until the two nozzles seat into the ports and the
two extended flanges on top of the QuickTwist
™
Filter are fully engaged into the System Head. Turn the QuickTwist
™
Filter
counter-clockwise until it stops.
n
Turn the cold water supply valve back on and turn on the Faucet for Filtered Water.
If there are leaks around the fittings:
n
Turn off the cold water shut-off valve to the Filter System to release pressure in the System.
n
While pulling the 1/4" Plastic Tubing
L
with one hand, press in on the grey collar around the inlet and/or outlet fitting. Check
to make sure that the 1/4" Plastic Tubing is cut squarely and that it is not scratched. If the 1/4" Plastic Tubing is unevenly cut
or scratched, cut off 1/2" to 5/8" and re-install the Plastic Tubing (see Step 5 of Installation Instructions).
n
Turn the cold water shut-off valve back on and turn on the Faucet for Filtered Water.
If there are leaks on the Kitchen Faucet Adapter connection:
n
Turn off the cold water shut-off valve to the Filter System to release pressure in the System.
n
Locate the Kitchen Faucet Adapter.
• If the 1/4" Plastic Tubing is leaking, follow the previous steps (“If there are leaks around the fittings”).
• If the thread between the Kitchen Faucet Adapter and the kitchen faucet stem is leaking, tighten more securely. If leaking
continues, disconnect the 1/4" Plastic Tubing and remove the Kitchen Faucet Adapter. Wrap the Kitchen Faucet Adapter
and the threaded faucet stem with plumber’s tape and re-install (see Step 2 of Installation Instructions).
• If the thread between the Kitchen Faucet Adapter and the cold water supply line is leaking, tighten more securely. If leaking
continues, disconnect the 1/4" Plastic Tubing and remove the Kitchen Faucet Adapter. Wrap the Kitchen Faucet Adapter
and the cold water supply line with plumber’s tape and re-install (see Step 2 of Installation Instructions).
n
Turn the cold water shut-off valve back on and turn on the Faucet for Filtered Water.
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If leaks continue, turn off the water supply and call Customer Service or your local plumber.
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For Filter Replacement Instructions please see page 7.
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RIGID PIPE INSTALLATION
FLEXIBLE HOSE INSTALLATION
KITCHEN FAUCET
FAUCET FOR
FILTERED WATER
HOT WATER
VALVE
COLD WATER
VALVE
KITCHEN FAUCET
FAUCET FOR
FILTERED WATER
HOT WATER
VALVE
COLD WATER
VALVE
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