Pentair LR-BB50 Installation And Operation Manual page 5

1 . Apply about three wraps of plumber tape in clockwise
direction to pipe threads of each fitting.
2. Assemble all fittings. Start adapters into cap by hand. Use
a wrench to tighten firmly. DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN.
3. Measure length (shown as X on diagram) across assembled fittings and
subtract 1-inch if you are installing on 3/4-inch pipe, or 1-1/2 inches if
you are installing on 1-inch pipe . Mark section of pipe to be removed .
4 . Turn off the main water supply valve and open a faucet on the
lowest level of your home to drain the system . Cut the correct
length of pipe . Use a pipe cutter or hacksaw . File or sand the
ends of the pipe to make sure they are smooth and square .
NOTE: Have a bucket handy to catch any water
that may come out of the pipe .
5. Align filter assembly with ends of pipe, making certain cap
opening marked "IN" is facing the incoming water supply . It
will be necessary to spread ends of pipe apart to install filter
assembly . Using two adjustable wrenches, hold incoming
adapter securely with one wrench and tighten nut with
second wrench . Repeat procedure for outgoing adapter .
Slowly turn on water supply to the filter and depress the red
pressure-relief button on cap to release trapped air . Check for
leaks. Open the nearest faucet and flush for 15 minutes.
WARNING
Risk of electrical shock . If your water pipes are
used to ground your house' s electrical system, install a No . 8 AWG
jumper wire (or larger) around the filter (see Figure 5). The jumper
wire must be connected at both ends by a pressure wire fitting or
other connection that satisfies NEC or CEC and local codes.
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