FEED WATER SUPPLY
Check and comply with local plumbing codes as you plan, then install a cold feed water supply fitting. For new home installation using standard plumbing fittings, see Fig. 2A below. A typical installation for existing homes using the saddle valve is shown in Fig. 2B below.
A. PREFERRED INSTALLATION
1.Turn off the cold water supply.
2.Complying with plumbing codes, install a fitting on the cold water pipe to adapt 1⁄4″ OD tubing. A typical connection is shown in Fig. 2A. Make sure a shutoff valve is used.
B.OPTIONAL HOME INSTALLATION
When codes permit
Fig. 2A. PREFERRED WATER SUPPLY CONNECTION (using compression fitting)
1⁄4″ compression fitting
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
1.Turn off the cold water supply and attach saddle valve as shown in Fig. 2B.
DANGER: 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.
Cold water pipe
Insert
Ferrule
1⁄4″ tubing to inlet
2.Close the water supply/saddle 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.
Fig. 2B.
TYPICAL LOCATION
Cold water
OPTIONAL WATER SUPPLY CONNECTION (using saddle valve)
Nut 
threaded 
Clamp Z
the seal is in place
Clamp X
Valve
InsertHandle
Ferrule
Nut | Use to connect |
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| the tubing |
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