2. Partially screw the 3 mounting bracket screws into screw locations. Install mounting bracket and head assembly over screw
heads and tighten screws.
Note:
If wall is too thin to accept screws then use round head nuts and bolts (not supplied) to
mount
bracket.
Connecting the Faucet
Measure and cut a length from plastic tubing (1009-0) to connect faucet to the OUTLET fitting
(2554). Make sure to leave enough tube for step 6. Slide compression nut (720-0) and sleeve
(721-1) onto tube and put tube insert (722-0) into tube as shown in
Fig. 3
. Push tube into end
of faucet adaptor (1040-15) and hold firmly in place. Now tighten nut securely with a wrench.
Connect the other end of tubing to OUTLET fitting (2554) as shown in
Fig. 2
.
Acculink™ Fittings and Tubes (See Fig. 2)
To ensure an optimal seal tubing should be cut straight. An angled cut or distortion of the
tubing will not provide an efficient seal and may cause leaks. To install the 3/8” tube (1009-0),
mark it 3/4” from the end then push it firmly 3/4” through the collet, past the o-ring until it
seats on the tube stop. To remove the tube, push in the collet with two fingers on each side of
the tube and pull out the tube.
Installing the Self-Piercing Saddle Valve
The self-piercing saddle valve (1008-0) can be installed on copper or rigid plastic pipe of 3/8" to 3/4" diameter. (Not recom-
mended for flexible plastic pipe).
Note:
If your cold water line is other than described, use fittings that adapt the pipe size to 3/8"
compression (not included).
IMPORTANT
: Orient saddle valve with outlet pointing towards INLET fitting (2553) so that remaining length of tube will reach
and will not have any kinks.
1. Back off handle on saddle valve to retract piercing tip. With rubber gasket in a fixed position clamp entire assembly to pipe
using bolts provided. Tighten bolts, keeping brackets parallel until rubber gasket is firmly compressed.
CAUTION: DO NOT
OVERTIGHTEN.
2. Measure and cut remaining length of plastic tubing to connect cold water line to INLET fitting (2553). Slide compression nut
(720-0) and sleeve (721-1) onto tube and put brass tube insert (722-0) into tube as shown in
Fig. 3
. Push tube into end of
saddle clamp fitting (1008-0) and hold firmly in place. Securely tighten the compression nut while holding other end of fitting
with a wrench. Connect other end of tubing to INLET fitting (2553) as shown in Fig.2.
Starting Up
3. Remove wrapping from carbon cartridge (CF2), Lead cartridge (LR1) and ceramic cartridge (1M). Push open end (blue end
cap) of CF2 over boss of white head (inlet side), then push open end (green end cap) of LR1 cartridge over middle head
boss. To replace sump, align the sump grooves with inlet head (2501)and middle head lugs and push straight up onto the
head. Turn the sump 1/8 turn to right to fully to stop (lock position). Insert 1M cartridge with adaptor (2560) into the third
(outlet) head by pushing upwards into head boss and twisting gently at the same time. Push sump straight up gently onto
head and turn 1/8 turn to right fully to stop (lock position). Note: Bottom of sump has 4 guides to contain 1M cartridge. Sump
will not lock unless bottom of cartridge is between guides.
4. Tilt faucet handle up to constant on position.
5. Turn on water flow from cold water pipe to filter.
6. Turn saddle valve clockwise until handle is seated.
YOU HAVE NOW PIERCED THE PIPE AND CLOSED THE VALVE.
Now turn valve counter clockwise back to open which starts water flow. For maximum flow, turn handle out all the way.
7. Allow water to run for few minutes to flush carbon fines from the ceramic cartridge. Adjust saddle valve so flow rate is 3/4
gallon/minute with faucet fully on.
8. Close faucet and check all connections for leaks. Carefully retighten any leaking fittings. It is a good idea to check the unit a
few times for slow leaks shortly after installation.
9. Flushing and conditioning: Allow water to flow for 10 minutes to flush unit then close faucet and allow unit to sit
overnight to condition. In the morning flush unit briefly before beginning service.
YOUR UNIT IS NOW IN OPERATION.
Note
: In some cases with low water pressure, the OUTLET sump may only partially fill due to an air block. If this
happens, turn off faucet and press top vent button until water level rises past the sealing point on sump.
Note
: Some carbon fines may persist for several days. These are harmless and frequent running of the unit will clear
them more quickly. Running the unit for extended periods of time will NOT help.
Cartridge Cleaning/Replacement Schedule
For most satisfactory operation, replace Carbon Cartridge (CF2), Lead Cartridge (LR1) and
clean
Ceramic Cartridge
(1M) every 6 months. Replace ceramic cartridge every 12 months or when cartridge gauge (703-4) can be passed over the width
of the ceramic. Note: Cartridges may require more frequent replacement if water contains excessive sediment. Clean ceramic
whenever flow rate slows to an unacceptable level.
Cleaning 1M Ceramic Cartridge
1. Close saddle valve all the way and open faucet to relieve pressure in filter. Press vent buttons on top of all heads.
2. Turn sump 1/8th turn to left and lower to remove and at same time remove ceramic cartridge by
twisting and gently pulling downwards.
Do not
remove cartridge by unscrewing from adaptor
(2560). Transfer cartridge and sump to sink and dump water.
Fig 3.
2.
