Installation Instructions; Installation Requirements - Whirlpool WHKF-DWH Installation, Use & Care Manual

Assembly schematic
is based on suggested
materials.
NOTE: Assembly of this
filter can be modified by
using various adapters.
Fittings can be either
sweated or threaded.
Parts and Material Included
A. Filter Head
B. Opaque Housing
Tools & Parts Needed
Gather the required tools before starting installation. Read and
follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here.
Two 3/4" male x 3/4" street adapters
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Two 3/4" gate valve (compression type)
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Teflon Tape
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Adjustable Wrench
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Pipe Cutter
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Filter
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Installation Requirements

Properly tighten all fittings to ensure a leak-free assembly.
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Be sure to sweat any fittings away from filter housing.
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Damage may result from excessive heat and void warranty.
Filter housing is intended for use on cold water line.
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Install in a location that is not susceptible to freezing
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temperatures as damage to the housing could occur.
Install away from direct sunlight as prolonged exposure to
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light can weaken plastic components.
Allow a minimum of 2" clear space below unit to facilitate
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filter change.
Some local codes may require the use of a licensed
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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
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pipe hangers or optional Whirlpool Bracket WHKF-B6.
For metal water piping systems a grounding connection is
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required (Whirlpool Grounding Kit WHKF-GRND).
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B
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C. Housing Wrench
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Installation Instructions

For Use With Cold Water Only
1. Shut off main water supply. Drain water from water lines.
2. Remove opaque housing from filter head and set aside.
3. Wrap Teflon tape (2 1/2 wraps) around the 3/4" male x
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3/4" street adapter in a clockwise direction (see Figure 1)
and screw firmly to filter head. Do not use pipe sealant
(dope), as solvents in some types of pipe dope may
cause damage to plastic fittings. Do not overtighten,
overtightening can cause damage to filter head.
4. Loosely fit shutoff valves on both sides to calculate proper
spacing of components. Measure distance and mark pipe
accordingly (see Figure 2).
Assure proper spacing
Assure Proper Spacing
Figure 1
Figure 2
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