Important Safety Information - GE PNRQ15RBL Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (continued)
Extended non-use of the Reverse Osmosis
system.
If the system has not been used for one week or
more, open the RO water faucet and allow the system
to drain. Close the RO water faucet and allow the
system to regenerate the water supply.
Recommended installation is under the sink.
However, the unit can be installed in a remote
location, up to 20 feet away from the sink.
• However, additional materials will be required. See
parts list to obtain additional materials from GE
Appliances.
• Locating the tank on a basement floor, with the
faucet at a first floor sink may result in some
loss of flow rate and capacity (approximately
20%). Installing a second tank will improve this
performance. An RVKIT can be used.
If Reverse Osmosis system is connected to a
refrigerator icemaker, a special icemaker connection
kit is required (RVKIT). Do not use copper tubing for
the connection between the Reverse Osmosis system
and the refrigerator.
Sanitize upon installation of the Reverse Osmosis
system and after servicing inner parts, including
replacement of prefilter, postfilter and Reverse
Osmosis cartridge. It is important to have clean hands
while handling inner parts of the system. See the
Sanitizing the Reverse Osmosis System section.
This Reverse Osmosis system contains a replaceable
treatment component critical for effective reduction
of total dissolved solids. This product water shall
be tested periodically to verify that the system is
performing satisfactorily. See the The Water Test Kit
section.
BE SURE TO FOLLOW ALL APPLICABLE STATE
AND LOCAL CODES.
NOTICE:
To reduce the risk associated with
property damage due to water leakage:
Read and follow these instruction before installation
and use of this system.
Installation and use MUST comply with all state and
local plumbing codes.
Protect from freezing, remove filter cartridge when
temperatures are expected to drop below 40° F (4.4° C).
Do not install systems in areas where ambient
temperatures may go above 110° F (43.3° C).
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Do not install if water pressure exceeds 120 psi
(827 kPa). If your water pressure exceeds 80 psi
(552 kPa), you should install a pressure limiting valve.
Contact a plumbing professional if you are uncertain
how to check your water pressure.
Do not install where water hammer conditions may
occur. If water hammer conditions exist, you should
install a water hammer arrester. Contact a plumbing
professional if you are uncertain how to check for this
condition.
Where a back flow prevention device is installed on a
water system, a device for controlling pressure due to
thermal expansion should be installed.
NOTICE:
To reduce the risk associated with
property damage due to water leakage:
Do not use a torch or other high temperature sources
near filter system, cartridges, plastic fittings or plastic
plumbing.
On plastic fittings, never use pipe sealant or pipe
dope. Use PTFE thread tape only, pipe dope
properties may deteriorate plastic.
Take care when using pliers or pipe wrenches to
tighten plastic fittings, as damage may occur if over
tightening occurs.
Do not install in direct sunlight or outdoors.
Do not install near water pipes which will be in path of
a drilling tool when selecting the position to mount the
bracket.
Mount filter in such a position as to prevent it from
being struck by other items used in the area of
installation.
Ensure that the location and fasteners will support the
weight of the system when installed and full of water.
Ensure all tubing and fittings are secure and free of
leaks.
Do not install unit if any collets (parts 27 and 28 on
are missing from any fittings to obtain replacements.
Replace the disposable pre and post filter cartridges
noticeable reduction in flow rate occurs.
• Replace the disposable RO cartridge every 24 months
or sooner if a noticeable reduction in filtration efficiency
occurs.
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