3M VB2/HC111-S Installation And Instruction Manual - page 3
System Installation
1. Mount System
Determine mounting location
Warning: Before drilling mounting holes, locate any hidden electrical wires or plumbing behind the
mounting surface. Note adjacent equipment which may interfere with system fastening screws.
A. Fasten mounting bracket to mounting surface (screws not included).
Note: 2” (5 cm) free space underneath system required to change filter.
B. Removethecapfromcartridge.Inspectthecartridgeforanydamage.
C. Makesuretheo-ringsarepresentandpositionedcorrectlyingrooves.Moistentheo-ringswithfood
grade lubricant.
D. Connect the replacement cartridge to head/bracket assembly. Align tabs with head/bracket assembly
and push up until cartridge stops, then rotate 1/4 turn to the right to secure.
2. Cold Water Supply
Warning:Makesurecoldwatersupplyvalveisturnedoffpriortoinstallation.
The filter system's inlet connection is equipped with user-friends "quick-connect" push-in fittings, compatible
with 1/4" plastic or copper tubing. Figure 2.B shows how to use the quick connect fittings.
Note: A proper length of 1/4” copper or plastic tubing is required for installation (not included).
Installation must comply with existing state and local plumbing codes.
Note: Additional fittings may be required.
Note:Arrangetubingsothattherearenosharpbends.Leavesome“play”inthetubingforeaseof
servicing,thencuttubingtothedesiredlength.Shortertubinglengthsensurebetterflowrates.
3. Connect System
A. Your filter system connects directly to the equipment
via1/4”plastic or copper tubing. The filter system’s
inlet and outlet connections are equipped with user-
friendly“quickconnect”push-infittings.Referto
Figure 2.B.
4. Test System
A. Opencoldwatersupplyvalve.
B. The system will pressurize. Check for leaks. If any
leaks are present, refer to troubleshooting section.
5. Flush Filter
A. Make sure cold water supply is turned on.
B. Run water through the filter for 1 gallon (approximately
2minutes)toremoveanytrappedairandcarbonfines
or until water runs clear. Any air left in the system may
temporarily cause the water to be cloudy.
C. Yoursystemisnowreadyforservice.
Inlet
Outlet to
Equipment
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Figure 2.A