GE SmartWater GXWH30C Installation Instructions Manual page 2

Specification Guidelines
Minimum–Maximum Supply Water Pressure: 30–100 pounds per square inch (psi)
Minimum–Maximum Supply Water Temperature: 40°F / 100°F
Filter Cartridge Life
Several variables determine how long the
cartridge will last in your Heavy Duty
Water Filtration System. These include:
levels of sediment or other undesirable
substances in your water.
the amount of water you use.
the filter location (filtering all or part of
household water).
Filter Cartridge Replacement
You should change your filter when the water flow is noticeably reduced or at least every three months.
1 Turn off water to filter. Water must be shut off
from an upstream valve.
2 Press the red pressure release button to release
pressure.
Unscrew the filter canister and discard used
3
filter. Wash the filter canister with mild soap
and water. Do not use harsh cleaners or hot
water.
4 Inspect the filter canister O-ring. Make sure it
is lightly lubricated and completely seated in
the groove. It is recommended that you
replace the O-ring if it is damaged.
5 Place a new filter cartridge into the canister
making sure it is centered and completely
seated on the bottom seal.
Reinstall the filter canister to the unit. Hand
6
tightening is all that is required to seal the unit.
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
Installation Overview
NOTE: Be sure to allow a minimum space of 1
under the filter for removing the sump, to change
the cartridge.
If household piping is one-inch copper tubing,
contact your local hardware store or plumber for
proper fittings.
ABOUT THE FILTER CARTRIDGE
GE MODEL FUNCTION
FXHSC
FXHTC
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8
9
RECOMMENDED INSTALLATION FOR
"
1 ⁄
2
Sediment
30 Micron
Sediment
25 Micron
Chlorine
Slowly turn on water to the filter by using the
upstream shut-off valve.
Press the red pressure release button to
remove trapped air.
After installation, flush the cartridge for 10
minutes, wait one hour, then flush again for
10 minutes before using the water.
Red pressure
release button
Filter
cartridge
Turn
counterclockwise
Turn
to tighten
clockwise
to remove
canister
3 ⁄ -INCH COPPER TUBING
4
Adapter
Ferrule
Hex nut
Recommended
shut-off valve
2
RATED
LIFE SERVICE FLOW
3 month/ 10 gpm
20,000 gallons
3 month/ 3 gpm
5,000 gallons
Turn sump wrench tool
clockwise to remove
Head
O-ring seal
Filter canister
Hex nut
Ferrule
Adapter
Recommended
shut-off valve
CONSTRUCTION
Pleated
Carbon Paper
Sump