GE PXRQ15F owner manual Installation Instructions FEED WATER SUPPLY, A. Preferred Installation

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Installation Instructions

Installation Instructions

FEED WATER SUPPLY

Check and comply with local plumbing codes as you plan, then install a cold feed water supply fitting.

A. PREFERRED INSTALLATION

Utilizing existing kitchen sink water supply valve (A) and removable faucet tubing (B).

1.Refer to illustration below to complete assembly depending on supply valve size (A).

2.Close the cold water supply valve (A) under the sink.

3.Unscrew the flexible tubing line (B) from the supply valve (A) that connects to the COLD water riser.

NOTE: For rigid pipe, see C. Optional Installation on page 10.

Note Adapter (C) orientation:

3/8-inch installation—Rounded end of adapter

(C) connects to supply valve (A).

1/2-inch installation—Rounded end of adapter

(C)connects to coupling (D), then to existing faucet tubing (B).

 

 

 

 

 

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4.Assemble adapter (C) and coupling (D) as shown in illustration at left, 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 as 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 as damage to threads may occur.

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

NOTE: If inlet valve (F) is to be removed for installation, refer to E. Removal and Reinstallation of Inlet Valve on page 11.

7. Cut wire ties on tubing coils, using care

not to damage tubes or parts if using a

utility knife.

8. Remove the 1/2nut (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

(G)A. PREFERRED INSTALLATION

Gasket

(B)Faucet Note Adapter (C) orientation:as damage to threads may occur. tubing line (not

included)

(H)

 

Ferrule

(D)

Coupling

(C) (F) Inlet valveManual backgroundManual background

Adapter

(I) Nut

Manual background (F) Inlet valve

(G) Gasket

(A)Cold water supply valve (not included)

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Manual background tubing line Manual background (not included)

Manual backgroundManual background (D)

Coupling

(G) Gasket

(C)

Adapter

(A)Cold water supply valve (not included)

as 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.

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GE PXRQ15F owner manual Installation Instructions FEED WATER SUPPLY, A. Preferred Installation, Note Adapter C orientation