STEP 7
Test the Filter System for Proper Operation
1
Turn on the cold water shut-off valve under the sink.
2
Turn on the new Faucet for Filtered Water
allow the water to run for approximately 10 minutes.
3
Check for any leaks between the System Head Assembly and Filters; around all fittings; on Kitchen Faucet Adapter
and on faucet/tubing connection.
If there are leaks between the System Head Assembly and the QuickTwist
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Turn off the cold water shut-off valve to the Filter System and turn on the Faucet for Filtered Water to drain the water and
release pressure.
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Remove each QuickTwist
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from dirt and particles.
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Turn off the Faucet for Filtered Water.
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Replace each QuickTwist
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two extended flanges on top of the QuickTwist
left to right until it stops.
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Turn the cold water supply valve back on and turn on the Faucet for Filtered Water.
If there are leaks around the fittings:
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Turn off the cold water shut-off valve to the Filter System to release pressure in the System.
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While pulling the 1/4" Plastic Tubing
to make sure that the 1/4" Plastic Tubing is cut squarely and that it is not scratched or crimped. If the 1/4" Plastic Tubing is
unevenly cut or scratched, cut off 1/2" to 5/8" and re-install the Plastic Tubing (see Step 5 of Installation Instructions).
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Turn the cold water shut-off valve back on and turn on the Faucet for Filtered Water.
If there are leaks on the Kitchen Faucet Adapter connection:
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Turn off the cold water shut-off valve to the Filter System to release pressure in the System.
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Locate the Kitchen Faucet Adapter.
• If the 1/4" Plastic Tubing is leaking, follow the previous steps ("If there are leaks around the fittings").
• If the thread between the Kitchen Faucet Adapter and the kitchen faucet stem is leaking, tighten more securely. If leaking
continues, disconnect the 1/4" Plastic Tubing and remove the Kitchen Faucet Adapter. Wrap the Kitchen Faucet Adapter
and the threaded faucet stem with plumber's tape and re-install (see Step 2 of Installation Instructions).
• If the thread between the Kitchen Faucet Adapter and the cold water supply line is leaking, tighten more securely. If leaking
continues, disconnect the 1/4" Plastic Tubing and remove the Kitchen Faucet Adapter. Wrap the Kitchen Faucet Adapter
and the cold water supply line with plumber's tape and re-install (see Step 2 of Installation Instructions).
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Turn the cold water shut-off valve back on and turn on the Faucet for Filtered Water.
If there are leaks on the Faucet for Filtered Water 1/4" Plastic Tubing connection:
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Turn off the cold water shut-off valve to the Filter System to release pressure in the System.
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Loosen and remove the Compression Nut
cut squarely. Make sure the 1/4" Plastic Tubing is placed firmly into the end of the Faucet Stem; retighten the Compression Nut
securely by hand; then tighten 1/2 turn with an adjustable wrench. If leaking continues, remove the Compression Nut and apply
plumber's tape to the Faucet for Filtered Water Stem and re-install the Compression Nut.
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Turn the cold water shut-off valve back on and turn on the Faucet for Filtered Water.
® If leaks continue, turn off the water supply and call Customer Service.
WFQT27000 /WFQT27300 Series
D
. In order for the Filter System to flush out any air from each QuickTwist
Filter and inspect the O-Rings around the nozzles on top of it. Make sure they are in place and free
Filter by lifting it straight up into the System Head until the two nozzles seat into the ports and the
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Filter are fully engaged into the System Head. Turn each QuickTwist
L
with one hand, press in on the grey collar around the inlet and/or outlet fitting. Check
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on the Faucet for Filtered Water Stem. Check the 1/4" Plastic Tubing to see if it is
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Filters:
6
7
KITCHEN FAUCET
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Filter,
connection;
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Filter
HOT WATER
VALVE
FLEXIBLE HOSE INSTALLATION
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FAUCET FOR
FILTERED WATER
2
1
COLD WATER
VALVE
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