GE GXFM03C installation instructions GE Faucet Mount Filter, Safety Precautions, Tools Needed

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GE Faucet Mount Filter

GE Faucet Mount Filter

USE AND CARE/INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Faucet Mount Filtration System—GXFM03C and GXFM04FBL

Your new GE faucet mount filter comes complete with all the necessary hardware for most installations. Each filter gives you up to 3 months of great tasting water. The filter should be changed after 3 months of use or 200 gallons, whichever comes first.

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 cartridge will not purify the water, or make it safe to drink.

Do not use on a hot water supply (100°F [37.7°C] max.).

Install or store where it will not be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to any type of weather. Water freezing in the system will damage it.

GXFM03C and GXFM04FBL are Tested and Certified by NSF International against NSF/ANSI Standard 42 for the reduction of Particulate Class 1, Chlorine, Taste and Odor and NSF/ANSI Standard 53 for Lindane, Atrazine, lead, cyst and turbidity.

SPECIFICATION GUIDELINES

* Filter life varies with local water conditions.

 

Service

Service

 

Temperature

Model

flow rate

Life

Pressure

Range

 

 

 

 

 

GXFM03C

0.6 gpm

200 gallons

30–100 psi

40°–100°F

GXFM04FBL

(2.3 Lpm)

(757 liters)

(2.1–6.9 bar)

(4.4°–37.7°C)

 

 

or 3 months

 

 

Your Water Filtration System will withstand up to 100 pounds per square inch (psi) water pressure. If your house water supply pressure is higher than 100 psi, install a pressure reducing valve before installing the Water Filtration System.

USE AND CARE/INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONSWARNING: Do not use with water that 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.

Discard all unused and packaging material after installation. Small parts remaining after installation could be a choke hazard.

INCLUDED COMPONENTS
TOOLS NEEDED

Faucet mount unit

 

None

Carbon block filter

 

Faucet adapters and gasket

 

CLEANING THE SYSTEM

Use a damp cloth and mild soap for cleaning. Do not use harsh chemicals, detergents, abrasives, solvents or cleaning fluids, since they will damage the filtration system.

INSTALLATION

1 Wash hands. Remove the existing aerator from the sink faucet. Do not discard gasket; it may be necessary to use the existing gasket

Gasket

for the installation of adapters.

Aerator Faucet Mount Filtration System—GXFM03C and GXFM04FBL

3 Connect the faucet mount filter to the faucet/adapter by turning the collar to tighten onto the threads of the faucet/adapter.

Be careful not to cross thread the unit; tighten manually. It is not recommended but if necessary, you may use pliers to assist with installation.

2

Identify the type of threads on the faucet:

External threads – No adapters should be required. Proceed to Step 3.

Internal threads – Use trial and error to select the proper adapter and washer combination. Screw adapter and gasket onto faucet. Be careful not to cross thread the adapter; tighten manually.

Faucet adapters SAFETY PRECAUTIONS and washers SPECIFICATION GUIDELINES

GXFM03C

GXFM04FBL

Swivel

Swivel collar

collar

Valve

Valve

stem

stem

 

Filtration system aerator

Filtration system aerator

4 Slowly turn on the cold water (about half open) and check for leaks. Tighten as necessary. Enter filter installation date

NOTE: Adapters and gaskets have been included to connect to most faucets. To insure a leak-free seal, you may need to use your existing gasket (removed during Step 1) from your faucet’s aerator in addition to the gasket included with this system. If the adapters will not connect to your faucet, it is recommended to consult a local plumbing or hardware store for assistance in obtaining the correct adapter for your faucet.

on change filter reminder and place on calendar at 3 months from install date.

5 With the cold water fully open, pull the valve stem to begin flushing the system. Flush new filters for 10 minutes to remove any harmless carbon fines that may be in the system. When the water is shut off, the valve stem will automatically return to the unfiltered position.

GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY, Appliance Park, Louisville, KY 40225

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For service in the U.S., contact us at: ge.com or call 800.GE.CARES.

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In Canada, call toll free, 866.777.7627.

 

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