EcoWater EPS 1000 Operation & Installation Manual - Installation Steps
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Installation Steps
continued from the previous page
To Disconnect Tubing:
1. Push the collet inward and hold with a finger while pulling the tubing out.
Figure 5
tubing
collet (depress to remove tubing)
Figure 4
Connect Tubing:
1. Use a sharp cutter or knife to cut the end of tubing square.
2. Inspect the end (about 1") of the tubing to be sure there are no nicks, scratches or other rough spots.
If needed cut the tubing again.
3. Push tubing through the collet and all the way into fitting. Full engagement is 3/4" length of tube into
the fitting.
If tubing other than supplied with the system is used, be sure it is of high quality, exact size and round-
ness with a smooth surface.
end of tubing round and smooth,
with no cuts, nicks or flat spots
correct full 3/4" engagement
Tubing correctly cut and connected
Incorrect partial engagement
Remove and discard foam plugs
foam plug
push in fitting
Step E - Install the Filter Cartridges
1. Open the shutoff valve(s) that you closed at the beginning of this installation.
2. Open the sink faucet and filtered water faucet to purge air from the system. When the water runs
smooth, with no bubbles or spurting, close faucets and check your installation for leaks.
3. Open the filtered water faucet and let the water run for 10 minutes to rinse out the carbon fines.
Step F - Turn On Water, Check for Leaks & Rinse Carbon Fines
1. Remove the plastic wrap from the prefilter and purifying filter cartridges.
2. Install the cartridges onto the water filter head assembly, where shown in Figure 1. Turn cartridges to
the right to tighten.