Installation Guide - A.O. Smith AOW-3000 Owner's Manual

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INSTALLATION GUIDE

Prepare site and plan for installation
Prior to installation, read the entire manual to familiarize yourself with the System,
and determine the best location for installation. Ensure you check and comply with all
local plumbing codes.
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Temporarily place System Manifold and Tank
into the under sink cabinet or desired location to
ensure adequate space and proper positioning.
Pre-installed 3/8" white faucet tubing will be used to connect faucet to the Tank, then
to the Manifold. Measure the tubing from the faucet hole to the outlet of the System
Manifold. Ensure the remaining tubing will be sufficient to connect Manifold to Tank.
Do not cut tubing before following instructions below.
Remove System and Tank from under your sink to begin installation.
WARNING: We recommend using an approved or certified professional.
Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer. Product failure due
to improper installation is not covered under the warranty.
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Note: If you have metal drain pipes,
consult a plumber for installation of
drain connection.
STEP 1 - Install Brass Tee Fitting
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Turn off the cold water supply to
the sink.
2
Turn on the kitchen cold water faucet
to release pressure and allow water to
drain from the line.
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Attach 1/4" white tube to the brass tee: Slide
compression nut onto the white
tubing (with threads of nut facing end
of the tube).
Next, slide the plastic sleeve onto the
tube. Place brass insert into opening of
the white tube.
Push tip of the white tube into
opening of the brass tee.
Slide the compression nut onto
the threads of the brass tee.
While holding the white tube in place
inside the brass tee, tighten compression
nut to compress plastic sleeve and create
a seal.
Do not connect the other end at this time.
Note: Use a wrench to ensure complete seal. Avoid over-tightening.
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Disconnect the cold water line from
the threaded stem on the cold water
shut-off valve. Attach threaded ends
of supplied brass tee to the cold water
supply line and shut-off valve; tighten
using an adjustable wrench.
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