Installation Instructions
WATER SUPPLY
Check and comply with local plumbing codes as you plan, then install a cold water supply fitting. For new home installation using standard plumbing fittings, see first two illustrations below. A typical installation for existing homes using the saddle valve is shown in the third illustration below.
WATER SUPPLY
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 3/8″ OD tubing. A typical connection is shown in the illustrations below (parts not included). Make sure a water supply valve is used.
Typical location
Cold
water
Preferred water supply connection (using compression fitting)
Water supply valve (not included)
Insert (not included)
Ferrule
Cold water 
pipe
3/8″ Tubing to inlet
B. OPTIONAL HOME INSTALLATION
(Where codes permit)
*For 1/4″ 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
1.Turn off the cold water supply and attach saddle valve as shown in illustration below.
DANGER: To protect yourself from serious injury or fatal shock, use a battery- powered hand drill only to make the hole.
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 1/4″ OD or larger metal tubing only.
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in clamp are |
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Clamp Z |
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Washer |
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Tubing adapter |
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Compression nut | Use to connect the tubing | |
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