Getting Started
Getting Started
Getting Started
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Example Installation #2.1
Sink Faucet Cold Water Line Source
BEFORE
Sink Faucet Water Source
(Under Kitchen Sink)
AFTER
DRINKPOD
(Sink Faucet Connection)
Sink Faucet Water Source
(Under Kitchen Sink)
Diagram 2.1.2-A
Faucet Cold Water Line Source
2.
Your ONYX needs to be connected to your water source by the
(included in your installation kit)
. Take a moment to visualize where you’ll need to
run your water tubing, visually inspect any potential trouble areas, and adjust your plans
accordingly. Below are a two examples:
A.
Cabinets separating your ONYX from the water source requiring you to route
tubing over/under, or drill holes.
B.
Lack of vertical access from your water source under your sink to above your
counter-top, requiring drilling holes to run the tubing inside your cabinets, or
through your counter-top.
Okay! Let’s get started
source
Preparation
Before we start tapping your water source, there are a few items you need to grab that
weren’t included in your installation kit.
•
Sharp Knife or Scissors
•
Pliers, or Adjustable Wrench, or Open-End 7/16 in. Wrench (all installations),
1/2 in. Wrench (most installations), and 11/16 in. Wrench (*sink water source
installation only)
•
Container To Drain Water Into (i.e. bucket, bowl, or pitcher)
•
Flashlight or Lamp (if under sink installation area is poorly lit)
•
Drill (if drilling holes to run tubing is required)
or
or
or
+
1/2 in.
+
7/16 in.
11/16 in.
*
Diagram 2.0.1
Additional Items Needed For Installation
1.
Remove the ONYX and filters from the packaging and set them aside.
2.
Let’s get started. If your plan is to utilize your Accessory Water Line as your source,
proceed to
Option A
(Accessory Water Line). If you plan to use your sink’s cold water
lin, turn to
“Option B: Tapping Faucet Cold Water Line” on page 11
.
