Installation Instructions; Parts And Material Included; Tools And Parts Needed; Installation Requirements - Whirlpool WHCF-DWHV Installation, Use & Care Manual

Parts and Material Included:

1. Filter Head 4.
2. Clear Housing 5.
3. Sediment Filter

Tools and Parts Needed:

Gather the required tools before starting installation. Read and follow
the instructions provided with any tools listed here.
• Teflon ® Tape • Adjustable Wrench

Installation Requirements:

• Properly tighten all fittings to ensure a leak-free assembly.
• Filter housing is intended for use on cold water line.
• Install in a location that is not susceptible to freezing temperatures
as damage to the housing could occur.
• Install away from direct sunlight as prolonged exposure to light can
weaken plastic components.
• Allow a minimum of 2" (5.1 cm) clear space below unit to facili-
tate filter change.
• Some local codes may require the use of a licensed plumber or
certified installer when disrupting a potable water line. Determine
and follow any and all local codes and requirements.
• Pipe and filter need to be properly supported with either pipe
hangers or optional Whirlpool bracket (WHCF-B6).
• For metal water piping systems a grounding connection is
required (Whirlpool Grounding Kit WHCF-GRND).
* MNPT - Male Nominal Pipe Thread

Installation Instructions:

For Use With Cold Water Only
1. Shut off main water supply. Drain water from water lines.
2. Remove clear housing from filter head and set aside.
3. Wrap Teflon
fitting for copper pipe in a clockwise direction
(see Figure 1) and firmly assemble into filter head.
Do not use pipe sealant (dope),
as solvents in some types of
pipe dope may cause damage
to plastic fittings. Do not over-
tighten, overtightening can
cause damage to filter head.
4. Calculate proper spacing of
components (approximately 3/4"
of existing pipe inserts into each
Housing Wrench
fitting). (See Figure 2.)
Two 3/4" MNPT* x 3/4"
Fitting for Copper Pipe
5. Install Whirlpool Grounding Kit WHCF-GRND (see Figure 3)
in metal water piping systems.
IMPORTANT: Metal water piping systems are required to be
connected to the electrical ground. To maintain the ground
connection, obtain kit WHCF-GRND by contacting location
where filter head was purchased.Ground Kit Installation:
Ground Clamp
a. Install one ground clamp on the incoming metal water pipe
section and one on the outgoing metal water pipe section. Be
sure that the filter head, fittings and valves are between the
two ground clamps.
b. Connect the ground wire to the two ground clamps, using
the wire screw terminal on each grounding clamp. Tighten
securely.
® tape (2 1/2 wraps) around the 3/4" MNPT x 3/4"
Figure 1
Assure Proper Spacing
Figure 2
Ground Wire
Ground Clamp
Figure 3
6. Cut pipe and clean ends of pipe. Ensure there are no burrs,
sharp edges or deep scratches.
7. Referring to "Using Push-In
Fittings" section, insert pipe
into filter head fitting making
sure end of pipe is firmly seat-
ed to backstop. Connect pipe
from water supply to "IN" port.
(See Figure 4.)
8. Repeat Step 7 for the pipe leading from the "OUT" port to
the house. It may be necessary to carefully spread pipe apart
in order to connect pipes. Keep filter head horizontal.
9. Lubricate housing o-ring with water. Firmly screw housing,
with filter inside, to filter head. Tighten with wrench to seal
properly.
10. Turn filter head
valve to "FILTER"
mode (see Figure
5) and slowly turn
on main water sup-
ply and check for
leaks. Run water for
5 minutes with an
open faucet to flush
Figure 5
out air.
"Using Push-In Fittings"
To Attach
Tubing
Push tubing in as
far as it will go.
Tubing must be
inserted past o-ring
and hit backstop.
Pull tube to ensure it is secured.
Collet
To Release
Tubing
Push in grey
collet to
release tubing.
With collet
held, pull
tubing straight out.
Figure 4
Backstop