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Step-by-step installation instructions.

Customer Service

Troubleshooting T

ips

Operating Instructions

Safety Instructions

Installation Instructions

Feed Water Supply

Check and comply with local plumbing codes 

as you plan, then install a cold feed water supply fitting. For new

home installation using standard plumbing fittings, see Fig. 2A below. A typical installation for existing

homes using the saddle valve is shown in Fig. 2B below.

A. PREFERRED INSTALLATION

B. OPTIONAL HOME INSTALLATION 

Where codes permit

NOTE: Codes in the state of Massachusetts require installation by a licensed plumber and do not 
permit the use of the saddle valve. For installation, use plumbing code 248-CMR of the Commonwealth 
of Massachusetts.

Optional water supply connection (using saddle valve)

Pre-drill
1⁄4

hole

Seal—make sure the
seal is in place

Clamp X

Nut (2)—not required if
holes in clamp are threaded

Valve

Handle

Tubing adapter

Washer

Compression nut

Clamp Z

Fig. 2B.

Turn off the cold water supply

and attach saddle valve as

shown in Fig. 2B.

DANGER: 

To protect yourself

from serious injury or fatal
shock, use a battery powered
hand drill only to make the
hole. 

DO NOT USE AN

ELECTRIC DRILL. 

Close the water supply valve by

turning the handle clockwise. 

Open the main water supply

valve and several house

faucets to purge air from the

system. Close faucets when

water runs smoothly.

3

2

1

Turn off the cold water supply.

Complying with plumbing codes, install a

fitting on the cold water pipe to adapt 3⁄8

OD

tubing. A typical connection is shown in Fig. 2A

(parts not included). Make sure a water supply

valve is used.

2

1

Fig. 2A.

Preferred water supply connection
(using compression fitting)

Insert

Cold
water
pipe

3⁄8

tubing to inlet

Ferrule

Water supply valve

Typical location

Cold
water

Use to connect the tubing

Summary of Contents for GNUL30B

Page 1: ...ified by NSF International against ANSI NSF Standard 42 for Particulate Reduction Class I Chlorine Reduction Class I and Taste and Odor Reduction GNUL30B is Tested and Certified by NSF International against ANSI NSF Standard 53 for Cyst Turbidity and Lead Reduction GXEM01B is Tested and Certified by NSF International against ANSI NSF Standard 42 for materials and structural integrity requirements ...

Page 2: ...you need quality appliances for your home FOR YOUR RECORDS Write the model and serial numbers here You can find them on the sump bracket Staple sales slip or cancelled check here Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty IMPORTANT Fill out and return the Consumer Product Registration Card that is packed with this product If you cannot find it please send in...

Page 3: ...must be followed to minimize the risk of property damage or personal injury SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Check with your local public works department for plumbing codes You must follow these guidelines as you install the Water Filtration system Use the Water Filtration system on a potable safe to drink home COLD water supply only The filter cartridges will not purify the water or make it safe to drink Do n...

Page 4: ...ne 1 micron carbon block IIb FXULB a lead cyst filter cartridge 1250 gallons Reduces 95 7 lead Reduces 99 5 chlorine Reduces 99 98 filterable cysts such as cryptosporidium and giardia Reduces turbidity by 99 7 Absolute 99 9 one micron carbon block Minimum Maximum Supply Water Pressure 40 125 pounds per square inch psi Minimum Maximum Supply Water Temperature 40 100 F Inlet Outlet 3 8 NPT fittings ...

Page 5: ...nwanted substance in your water before the six months are up In this case the cartridges should be replaced immediately If the system is also for lead or chemical contaminant removal it is MORE IMPORTANT to replace the cartridges at least every six months NOTE If the water supply contains high amounts of sediments the carbon filters may plug with them reducing filtered water flow to the system fau...

Page 6: ...y by hand NOTE If the sump will not tighten up to the head you may have the cartridge in upside down Take the cartridge out and check for correct orientation Repeat steps 2 through 8 for the taste odor FXUTB or lead cyst FXULB filter cartridge in the Filter ΙΙ sump Turn on the filtered water faucet Then slowly open the water supply saddle valve and allow the filter housing to fill Close the filter...

Page 7: ...edure for flushing the GE Water Filtration system is See Filter Cartridge Replacement section and follow steps 1 2 3 and 4 Next reinstall the sumps without the filter elements turn water on and flush water through the faucet for one minute Then turn water off remove sumps empty water out of sumps and install new filter elements Follow steps 6 9 in the Filter Cartridge Replacement section to comple...

Page 8: ... Installation Instructions Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Slotted and Phillips screwdrivers Pliers and adjustable jaw wrench Hand or battery powered drill and 1 4 bit saddle valve installation Electric drill and drill...

Page 9: ...eal make sure the seal is in place Clamp X Nut 2 not required if holes in clamp are threaded Valve Handle Tubing adapter Washer Compression nut Clamp Z Fig 2B Turn off the cold water supply and attach saddle valve as shown in Fig 2B DANGER To protect yourself from serious injury or fatal shock use a battery powered hand drill only to make the hole DO NOT USE AN ELECTRIC DRILL Close the water suppl...

Page 10: ...w Position the base gasket over the mounting hole Set the base on the gasket routing the leadwire through the mounting hole Holding the flat nut under the sink with one finger tighten the screw until just snug Turn the remaining flat nut a few turns onto the other screw Position the screw in the slotted base mounting hole and tighten until snug Make sure the gasket position is properly aligned and...

Page 11: ...a compression nut onto the end of the tubing and push a tubing insert into the tubing Connect the tubing and tighten the compression nuts securely Repeat the preceding steps to connect a length of tubing between the filter system inlet and the water supply saddle valve Fig 1 in the Installation Overview section 4 3 2 1 Battery Pack Installation and Connection In a dry location within reach of the ...

Page 12: ...up to the filter head aligning the center hole in the cartridge with the protrusion on the bottom of the head NOTE If the sump will not tighten up to the head you may have the cartridge in upside down Take the cartridge out and check the markings on the end of the cartridge for correct orientation Being careful not to cross thread turn the sump onto the filter head and hand tighten securely see Fi...

Page 13: ...urred Replace both filter cartridges and batteries in the faucet base is flashing This is the maximum life of the battery pack filter cartridges Indicator light on the The faucet base leadwire Connect faucet base is not working is not connected to the battery pack leadwire Batteries may need to be Observe orientation markings on the holder and install replaced or they may have been correctly Repla...

Page 14: ...tions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating Instructions ...

Page 15: ... protection or you may request your money back on the remaining value of your contract No questions asked It s that simple Protect your refrigerator dishwasher washer and dryer range TV VCR and much more any brand Plus there s no extra charge for emergency service and low monthly financing is available Even icemaker coverage and food spoilage protection is offered You can rest easy knowing that al...

Page 16: ...stment Complete and mail your Consumer Product Ownership Registration today Have the peace of mind of knowing we can contact you in the unlikely event of a safety modification After mailing the registration below store this document in a safe place It contains information you will need should you require service Our service number is 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 Read your Owner s Manual carefully It ...

Page 17: ...ing Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions NOTE Codes in the state of Massachusetts require installation by a licensed plumber and do not permit the use of the saddle valve For installation use plumbing code 248 CMR of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts ...

Page 18: ...007 WS19X10011 HEAD 2 2 2 0008 WS03X10001 O RING 3 3 8 X 3 5 8 2 2 2 0009 WS30X10002 SUMP 2 2 2 0010 WS22X10003 NIPPLE 3 8 NPT X 1 1 2 1 1 1 0012 WS07X10008 TUBING 3 8 X 20 FT WH 1 1 1 0014 WS02X10004 NUT 3 8 2 2 2 0015 WS03X10003 ADAPTER TUBING 2 2 2 0016 WS03X10002 WASHER 2 2 2 0017 WS15X10008 SADDLE VALVE SUPPLY 1 1 1 0018 WS15X10002 FAUCET ASM 1 1 1 0019 WS10X10001 BASE FAUCET TOP 1 WS10X10008...

Page 19: ...n Failure of the product if it is abused misused or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially Use of this product where water is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system Systems certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected water that may contain filterable cysts Filter cartridges Replacement of house fuse...

Page 20: ...a substantial discount GE Consumer Service will still be there after your warranty expires Parts and Accessories 800 626 2002 Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes VISA MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user Other servicing generally shou...

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