Remove the Existing Filter Cartridge
- Replace the filter cartridges: every 6 months, when the capacity has been exceeded, or when a noticeable decrease in water flow is observed.
- Turn OFF the water supply.
- Position a bucket under the filtration system to catch residual water.
- Turn the filter cartridge clockwise as far as possible and pull down gently to remove.
Install the New Filter Cartridge
- Write the installation date on the new filter cartridge label.
- Remove and discard the cap from the filter cartridge.
- Inspect the filter cartridge for damage.
- Verify that both O-rings are present and are positioned correctly in the grooves.
- Line up the filter cartridge with the filter head.
- Press the filter cartridge upward and rotate 90° counterclockwise to the locked position.
- Turn ON the water supply.
- Check the filter cartridge connections for leaks. Repair as needed.
- Run water through the faucet for 5 minutes to remove any air and carbon particles in the system.
Troubleshooting
- If the tabs in the filter head are not aligned, it will prevent installation of new filter cartridge.
- Reinstall the OLD filter cartridge to the filter head.
- Press the OLD filter cartridge upward and rotate it clockwise as far as possible.
- Remove the OLD filter cartridge.
- Line up the NEW filter cartridge with the filter head.
- Press the filter cartridge upward and rotate it counterclockwise 90° to the locked position.
- Turn ON the water supply.
- Check the filter cartridge connections for leaks. Repair as needed.
- Run water through the faucet for 5 minutes to remove any air and carbon particles in the system.
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