Installation Instructions Feed Water Supply

Installation Instructions

FEED WATER SUPPLY (cont.)

B. OPTIONAL INSTALLATION 1 (CONT.)

4.Assemble adapter (C) and coupling (D) as shown in illustration on page 9, per your configuration. Ensure that the gasket (G) is in place before final assembly. Start installation by hand, then finish tightening with adjustable wrench. Be careful not to overtighten or cross-thread since damage to threads may occur.

5.Hand-tighten assembled adapter (C) onto supply valve (A) for the proper size installation. Be sure gasket (G) is in place before final assembly. Start installation by hand; then finish tightening with an adjustable wrench.

Be careful not to overtighten or cross-thread since damage to threads may occur.

6.Reconnect faucet tubing line (B) to top of adapter (C).

7.Cut wire ties on tubing coils, using care not to damage tubes or parts if using a utility knife.

8.Remove the 1/2” nut (I) and ferrule (H) from end of inlet valve. Using the yellow banded tubing provided, place the nut (I) and ferrule (H) onto the tubing and install onto inlet valve (F) as shown at left. Tighten with adjustable wrench.

Be careful not to overtighten or cross-thread since damage to threads may occur.

NOTE: Inspect the ends of the tubing prior

to installation to be sure there are no imperfections and that the end of the tubing is cut square. It may be necessary to cut the tubing again.

C. OPTIONAL INSTALLATION 2

Where codes permit (Requires additional parts)

*For 1/2” OD or larger metal tubing only.

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.

Saddle valve is available through GE Parts and Services at 1.800.626.2002, part number WS15X10023. Self-piercing saddle valves are not recommended.

1.Turn off the cold water supply and attach saddle valve as required by product selection. (Be sure to follow manufacturer’s Installation Instructions.)

WARNING: Many homes are electrically grounded through the plumbing. 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.

2.Close the water supply valve by turning the handle clockwise.

3.Open the main water supply valve and several house faucets to purge air from the system. Close faucets when water runs smoothly.

Snug valve into bracket

(DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN)

Some threads should be visible

Rubber gasket

Optional water supply connection (using saddle valve)* *For 1/2 ” OD or larger metal tubing only.

Nut (2)—not	Pre-drill
Nut (2)—not	1/4” hole	Seal—make sure the
required if holes		Seal—make sure the
required if holes		seal is in place
in clamp are		seal is in place
in clamp are
threaded		Clamp X
Clamp Z		Valve
Clamp Z
Washer
Tubing adapter		Handle
Compression
nut	Use to connect the tubing

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