GE SmartWater GXWH30C Installation Instructions Manual page 3

RECOMMENDED INSTALLATION FOR
Select Location
Select a location for the filter that is:
protected from freezing.
not exposed to direct sunlight.
Install Fittings
The fittings supplied with the filter are for use with
tubing only. If the unit is to be installed on any other type of
tubing (plastic, PVC, galvanized), separate hardware must be
purchased.
Apply about 6" of Teflon tape, in a clockwise direction, to
the pipe threads (coarse) of each fitting. DO NOT use joint
compound on any parts connecting to filter housing.
Cut Water Line
Turn off water supply and open a nearby faucet to drain
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water out of pipes.
Measure length "D," as shown, across assembled fittings
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and subtract 1" if you are installing on
" if you are installing on 1" pipe. Mark section of pipe to
1 1 ⁄
2
be removed.
NOTE: It is recommended that the shut-off valve be placed
before and after the filter as shown in the Installation
Overview illustration.
Select the location for the filter. Mark the distance "D"
on the pipe.
Install the Unit
Align filter assembly with pipe ends making certain that
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the incoming water supply is going into the filter opening
marked "IN" . It may be necessary to spread the pipe ends
apart to install filter assembly.
Using two adjustable wrenches, hold incoming adapter
2
securely with one wrench and tighten nut with second
wrench. Repeat this procedure for outgoing adapter.
3 If necessary, support the water pipe on either side of the
filter unit.
Final Check
1 Slowly turn on water supply.
2 Check entire system for leaks.
It is recommended that a shut-off valve be placed on both sides
of the filter.
It is recommended that a mounting bracket be used.
" copper
3 ⁄ Assemble a fitting to the inlet and outlet of the head. Start
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each fitting by hand to make sure they don't cross thread.
Use an adjustable wrench firmly. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
About one to two thread(s) should remain visible.
Teflon tape
" pipe or subtract
3 ⁄
4
Install the Ground Wire
IMPORTANT: The house cold water pipe is sometimes used to
ground outlets in the home. Grounding protects you from
electrical shock. The water filter housing may have broken this
ground path. To restore connection, the grounding wire has
to be installed as follows (both wire and clamps are included
with the unit):
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3 ⁄ -INCH COPPER TUBING (cont.)
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3 Using a pipe cutter or hacksaw, cut pipe. Sand (file) cut
ends of pipe to assure that they are square and smooth.
1 Strip approximately 1" of insulation on both ends of wire.
Clean copper tube with emery paper and loosely attach each
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end of the grounding wire to the cleaned pipes with the
clamps.
Tighten clamps to copper pipe on both sides of the unit
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(as shown) and check for secure connection.
3 If leaking, shut off water pressure and tighten or reseal
fittings.
4 After installation, flush the cartridge for 10 minutes,
wait one hour, then flush again for 10 minutes before
using the water.
D
Ground wire
Clamp