EWS, Inc. / Environmental Water Systems
4.1-6
www.EWSWATER.com office: 702-256-8182 (m-f; 8:30-4:30, pst) fax: 702-256-3744 [email protected]
Q:
I do not want to drill any extra holes or use a separate dispenser/faucet - what can I do?
A:
An alternative to installing and using the dispenser/faucet is to consider a direct connection to your
existing kitchen (cold side) faucet. Connect the supply from the cold water angle stop to feed/inlet side of the
filtration system as directed in this manual. Then connect the filtered/outlet side to the cold feed side of the
kitchen faucet. Special fiitings, that are readily available to the plumbing professional, will be required to fit this
application based on line size and materials used.
WARNING:
This is not a preferred method due to a more complicated install, lower flow rates to your
kitchen faucet and most importantly, the possibility of water quality issues as a result of the
aerator at the end of the kitchen faucet not intended for filtered water.
Note:
There will be a diminishment in your flow rate to the cold side of the faucet (kitchen faucet
has a flow rate of up to 2.3 gallons per minute and the filtered water is delivered up to 1 gallon
per minute). To get filtered water you must be sure you have the faucet to the cold side only.
This application or option may not be applicable for reverse osmosis systems.
Q:
I would like to use another dispenser/faucet?
A:
Based on many styles and finishes, a consumer may have another dispenser they would like to use.
No problem, all these items have universal or industry standard fittings, or if not, can be easily adapted to fit.
Note:
EWS, Inc. includes a standard chrome, long-reach, lead-free faucet with white handle and tip.
Options:
EWS provides the following options to match other items at an additional charge;
Change your white tip and handle to black
Change your faucet to the following finshes; white faucet (with white tip and handle), satin
nickel, polished nickel, polished brass, or oil rubbed bronze (all with black handle and tip).
Inquire with your local EWS, Inc. distributor, contact an authorized internet distributor or visit us
on the web (see page 4.1-17 for more details).
Q:
Can we connect the filtered water up to other devices?
A:
Yes, simply connect by a “T” connection, the filtered water line to any instant hot, chiller, ice-maker,
refrigerator, etc. Regarding flow rate, be mindful of too many (3 or more) connections and/or any length
limitations in excess of 15 feet to any item that may create issues with delivery rates. See our Point of Entry,
Whole Home Appliances to filter all the fixtures within the home.
Note:
Spout pulls out from faucet body and has 2 o-rings at base. Insert completely into bottom of faucet
body to prevent leaking. Spount swivels to direct water. Handle and tip can be removed. Handle
can be locked up in open position.
Other faucets check with specifications.
All dimensions are approximate.
Dispenser/Faucet Q & A
