Start Here; Installing The Tap - InSinkErator C1300-SS Installation Manual

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE YOU BEGIN
For your satisfaction and safety, read all instructions, WARNINGS, CAUTIONS and NOTICES including
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Important Safety Information section, before installing or using this steaming hot water tap.
■ Make sure that all electrical wiring and connections conform to local codes.
■ A standard, earth (grounded) electrical outlet is required under the sink for the tap's electrical power.
■ The wall outlet powering your tap must have electrical power supplied to it continuously.
■ This outlet must be fused and should not be controlled by the same wall switch that operates the food waste
disposer. Fuse/circuit breaker required is 10 amp for 230 volt (10 amp for 220-240 volt UK) and 15 amp for
120 volt.
■ To ensure proper operation, this unit is not intended to be flushed with chlorine. If you suspect elevated levels
of chlorine in your water, it is recommended to use our water filtration system.
■ To prevent damage or unit not operating properly, the water pressure must be between 25 psi - 125 psi (172
kPa - 862 kPa; 1.7 bar - 8.6 bar). Ambient (room) temperature between 50ºF and 100ºF (10ºC and 38ºC).
■ Moving parts inside the tank causing a rattling noise is normal.
■ If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified
persons in order to avoid a hazard.
WHAT YOU NEED TO GET STARTED
Equipment Required:
■ Drill ■ Phillips and flat blade screwdrivers
■ Compression fitting, T-fitting ■ Pencil
or saddle valve
■ Tape Measure
■ Adjustable spanner
■ Spirit level
Equipment You May Need:
■ Anchors for plasterboard ■ Hole saw ■ Basin nut wrench ■ Hole punch
If you need to cut a mounting hole in the stainless steel sink, you may need a hole punch or a 1 3/8" - 1 1/2"
(35mm - 38mm) hole saw made for cutting stainless steel.
Hole size requirements: – H1300, C1300 hole requirement is 1 1/4" - 1 1/2" (32mm - 38mm).
Consult a professional before drilling into a surface other than stainless steel.
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HOW TO USE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL
These instructions are separated
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■ Unpack hot water tap components.
into main sections, indicated by
■ On a firm, flat surface, carefully
numbers, and subsections,
straighten the copper tubing.
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indicated by capital letters. The
manual is set-up this way to
NOTICE
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allow you to take a break at any
point after completing a section
Do not pinch or break copper tubing. Do not distort the
or subsection without affecting
last 1" (25mm) of tubing.
the installation process.
Provides a step-by-step narrative describing Contains simple illustrations that provide visual
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the installation step, with tick boxes that can be instruction to support the narrative.
marked as you progress through the installation.
WARNINGS, CAUTIONS and NOTICES that will
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require your attention during the step.
A potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor
or moderate injury.
NOTICE
Notice is used to address practices not related to personal injury.
OVERVIEW OF A COMPLETED SET-UP
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*Filtration system is optional
Do not plug in the hot water tank until step 7B. To avoid permanent damage to the product,
NOTICE
only operate the tank after it is filled with water.
IN THIS PACKAGE
HOW TO USE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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H1300
Semicircular
C1300
Rubber O-Ring Mounting Plate
3/8" (9.5mm) White Tubes (2)
Plug (1)
Filter Head & Cartridge Y-Quick Connector
HWTank
(optional)

START HERE

PROPER INSTALLATION SHOULD TAKE ABOUT 2-4 HOURS
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PREPARATION
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Required minimum from center of hole to wall
H1300..............................3 1/4" (83mm)
C1300..............................3 1/4" (83mm)
Maximum counter thickness is 3" (76mm).
If you have to drill through sink or
worktop, you may need to rent or
purchase the appropriate tools.
Hex Nut
Hex Tool
The wall outlet for the tap must have power
supplied to it continuously and must be fused.
It should not be controlled by the same wall
switch that operates the food waste disposer.
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3/4" (19mm) Screws (4)
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INSTALLING THE TAP

Brass Nut / Ferrule /
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Tube Insert
NOTICE
Property Damage: Do not pinch or break copper tubing.
Do not distort the last 1" (25mm) of tubing.
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An assistant may be needed to hold
the tap in place while securing.
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Identify locations for the tap, tank and
filter (if applicable).
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Check to make sure there is proper
clearance (see chart at left) for tap
handle to be fully opened.
■ Check to make sure counter is not too
thick (see chart at left).
■ Make sure there is an earth (grounded)
electrical outlet under the sink.
■ Turn off water supply.
■ Unpack hot water tap components.
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On a firm, flat surface, carefully
straighten the copper tubing.
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Ensure that the black O-ring is properly
seated in the base of the tap head (the
groove on the underside of the tap).
■ Feed tubes down through the hole
in the sink or countertop until the base
is at rest.
■ From under the sink, place the
semi-circular mounting plate and hex
nut onto the threaded stud. Ensure tap
head is at desired angle.
■ Insert screwdriver into hole on side of
hex tool (creating a "T"), and use tool
to tighten nut and secure tap.
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