Brita Redi-Twist USS-334 Manual

Tools & Materials Required

Main Components

Filter system head

Redi-Twist™ filters (1st, 2nd, and 3rd stage)

Filtered water faucet

1/4" Tubing Connector

Secondary Components

Mounting screws

Kitchen faucet adapter

Plastic tubing

Metal lock washer

Faucet stem nut

Tools Needed for Installation

Phillips screwdriver

Adjustable wrench

1/8" drill bit

Utility knife

Drill

Tape measure

Safety glasses

Package Contents

Main:

• filter system head with built-in bracket
• Redi-Twist™ filters:
  • (2) carbon filters
  • (1) 3rd stage micro-biological filter
• filtered water faucet (faucet neck and base)

Secondary:

• mounting screws
• plastic tubing
• kitchen faucet adapter
• metal lock washer
• faucet stem nut

Fittings to purchase:

• compression cap (to cap kitchen faucet spray hose connector)

Optional items:

• drill with 1/8" drill bit
• hollow-wall anchor bolts or toggle bolts
• hacksaw (for metal pipes)
• plumber's tape (for leaky fittings)

Helpful Hints

Before You Start

• Locate space in your cabinet to secure water filter system.
• Check under the sink to locate a solid wall surface to mount the filter system.
  **FILTER SYSTEM MUST BE MOUNTED IN A VERTICAL POSITION**
• Position on cabinet wall to provide easy access for future cartridge change-outs.
• If you have anything other than flexible hose under your sink, check to see if you need to purchase special fittings.
• Turn off cold water shut-off valve to kitchen sink.
• Turn on cold water faucet on kitchen sink to release water pressure.
• Be sure to have the correct size compression cap to seal off the spray hose connector stem.

FLEXIBLE TUBING INSTALLATION

Note: If you have an existing auxiliary faucet in place that you wish to use, it will require a faucet stem that connects to info & assistance a 3/8" water line.

Before You Begin

Please read all instructions, specifications, and precautions before installing and using your water filter system.

NOTICE

Precautions: for cold water use only.

Consult your local plumbing codes and install accordingly.

This filter must be protected from freezing, which can cause cracking of the filter and water leakage.

Because of the product's limited service life and to prevent costly repairs or possible water damage, we strongly recommend that the system be replaced every five years. If the head of the filter has been in use for longer than this period, it should be replaced immediately. Date the top of any new head to indicate the next recommended replacement date.

DO NOT DRILL THROUGH AN ALL-PORCELAIN OR CAST IRON SINK. If installing on an all-porcelain or cast iron sink, the faucet must be mounted in a pre-drilled sprayer hole or through the countertop next to the sink. If the countertop must be drilled, make certain that the area below the drilling location is free of wiring and pipes. Also, make sure that there is sufficient room to make the proper connections to the bottom of the faucet mount. DO NOT DRILL THROUGH COUNTER TOPS MORE THAN 1" IN THICKNESS OR COUNTERTOPS MADE OF TILE, MARBLE, GRANITE, OR SIMILAR SUBSTANCE. Consult with a plumber or the countertop manufacturer for assistance.

Please wear safety glasses to protect eyes when drilling.

Be sure that all electrical appliances and outlets are turned off at the circuit breaker before working in the cabinet area.

Filtration Facts

• These filters are not water purifiers. Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system. Systems certified for Cysts reduction may be used on disinfected water that may contain filterable Cysts.
• This system is not intended to convert waste water or raw sewage into drinking water.
• This unit is not designed to filter sulfur odor (rotten egg odor) caused by hydrogen sulfide. Use of carbon filters to treat sulfur odor may intensify taste/odor problems.
• Please comply with all state and local regulations regarding the installation of water treatment devices.
• The contaminants or other substances reduced by the water filter device are not necessarily in your water.

Operation / Maintenance Data

These units are intended for non-commercial use. They should be used only in ambient air temperature of between 40 degrees F / 4.4 degrees C and 100 degrees F / 37.7 degrees C. Placement of these units in direct sunlight or use of electrical heating equipment on these units must be avoided. Replace filter cartridge when and as directed in the installation / operation instructions included with each cartridge. Replacement filter cartridges are available at retail outlets.

Connect to auxiliary faucet

1. Attach Filter to Inside of Cabinet Wall
   
2. Mount Auxiliary Faucet
   
3. Attach Tubing/Fittings to the Water Line/Filter
   
4. Install Redi-Twist^TM Filter and Test for Leaks
   

DO NOT DRILL THROUGH AN ALL-PORCELAIN OR CAST IRON SINK. If installing on an all-porcelain or cast iron sink, the faucet must be mounted in a pre-drilled sprayer hole or through the countertop next to the sink. If the countertop must be drilled, make certain that the area below the drilling location is free of wiring and pipes. Also, make sure that there is sufficient room to make the proper connections to the bottom of the faucet mount. DO NOT DRILL THROUGH COUNTER TOPS MORE THAN 1" IN THICKNESS OR COUNTERTOPS MADE OF TILE, MARBLE, GRANITE, OR SIMILAR SUBSTANCE. Consult with a plumber or the countertop manufacturer for assistance.

Attach Head to Inside of Cabinet Wall

Materials and tools needed

1/8" drill bit

Drill

Phillips screwdriver

Safety glasses

Tape measure

Mounting screws

Note: Mount the filter system to a solid cabinet wall or wall. If a solid surface is not available, use hollow wall anchor bolts or toggle bolts (not included) to secure to the wall.

• Locate an easy access area to mount the filter.
• Remove cap from system head.
• Measure and mark location of mounting holes.
  
• Mount system head to wall of cabinet.
  

Mount Auxiliary Faucet

Materials and tools needed

• Be sure cold water valve is closed.
  
• Disconnect sprayer from kitchen faucet connector stem. Seal off connector stem with compression cap*.
  
• Assemble Faucet Neck to Faucet Base. Insert neck into top of Faucet Base and tighten Retaining Nut until snug.
  
• Slip threaded stem into sink or countertop hole. Ensure faucet sits flat on top of the sink or countertop surface.
• From underneath sink, slide metal lock washer up faucet stem. Screw faucet stem nut up faucet stem until flush with the metal lock washer until it is slightly snug, and ensure faucet spout is in proper position. Using fingers, tighten the nut to secure faucet to sink.

Note: Do not tighten faucet stem nut with pliers, as it may strip the faucet stem threads.
Remove tubing connector before assembling metal lock washer and faucet stem nut.

This is an item that needs to be purchased at your local hardware or plumbing supply. Sizes vary by faucet manufacturer.

Attach tubing / fittings to water line / head

Materials and tools needed

• Disconnect the top of the cold water plumbing line from the faucet shank. Ensure cold water shut-off valve is closed, and turn on cold water on faucet.
  
• Screw the Kitchen Faucet Adapter onto the lower end of the faucet shank and upper end of cold water line.
  
• Note position of Kitchen Faucet Adapter as attached to cold water line.

Materials and tools needed

Utility knife

wet ends of tubing before inserting
	cut squarely on both ends
	do not bend or crimp
	do not cut at an angle

CONNECT END OF TUBING (A) TO AUXILIARY FAUCET ADAPTER

THEN CONNECT OTHER END OF TUBING (A) TO INLET PORT ON SYSTEM HEAD

NEXT INSERT TUBING (B) INTO END OF FAUCET STEM

FINALLY CONNECT TUBING (B) FROM AUXILIARY FAUCET TO OUTLET PORT ON SYSTEM HEAD

• Determine lengths of plastic tubing needed to connect to Auxiliary Faucet Adapter.
• Cut plastic tubing squarely on both ends to length.
• Avoid extra long lengths that may create kinks in the line.
• Insert all tubing into push-to-fit connectors as illustrated.

Install Redi-Twist^™ Filters and Test for Leaks

• Hold the Redi-Twist™ filter with the label facing you.
  
  * Microbiological filter cartridge ALWAYS in this position
• Insert filter up into the system head until the two nozzles seat into the ports.
• Turn the Redi-Twist™ filter from left to right (as you face it) until it stops.
  
• Turn on the cold water shut-off valve.
  
• Turn on the new faucet. Allow the water to run for approximately 10 minutes.
• Check for any leaks.
• If system is leaking, turn off cold water shut-off valve and refer to troubleshooting guide.

Filter Replacement (every 6 months)

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Note: Place paper towels or rag under the filter system to catch any water drips.

Note: The plastic tubing does not need to be disconnected for general routine maintenance and filter replacement. However, plastic tubing may be easily disconnected. Simply turn off the water supply to the filter system. Press in the gray collar around the fitting while pulling the plastic tubing out with the other hand.

• Turn the Redi-Twist™ filter right to left (as you face it) until it releases. Remove and discard used Redi-Twist™ filter.
  
  
• See Step 4 for inserting new filter.
• Changing water filter on a regular basis ensures optimum performance of the water filtration system.
• Note date filter is installed on cartridge tank label.

Troubleshooting Guide

Leaks between system head assembly and Redi-Twist™ filter

• Remove the Redi-Twist™ filter and inspect the o-rings. Make sure they are in place and free from dirt and particles.
• Install the Redi-Twist™ filter.
• Turn on the cold water supply valve and turn on the filter faucet.
• Make sure Redi-Twist™ filter is fully into the lock position.

Leaks around auxiliary faucet

• Turn off the cold water shut-off valve.
• Check for leaks around the compression fitting. If leaking, check to make sure connections are all secure.
• If leaking continues, disconnect the 1/4" plastic tubing and try wrapping the ferrule with plumbers tape and tighten compression nut.

Leaks around Kitchen Faucet connection

• Turn off the cold water shut-off valve to the filter system.
• Locate the compression cap covering the spray hose connector stem.
  • Make sure the cap is seated correctly and securely.
  • If leaking continues, try using plumbers tape or check to see if another size of cap works better.

Leaks around fittings

• Turn off the cold water shut-off valve. Press in the gray collar on the Inlet and/or Outlet fittings. Remove tube and inspect. Repair/replace tubing. Reconnect tubing. Ensure it hasn't been crimped.
• Turn the cold water shut-off valve back on and turn on the faucet for filtered water.

Leaks on Auxiliary Faucet Adapter connection

• Turn off the cold water shut-off valve to the filter system.
• Locate the kitchen faucet adapter.
  • If the plastic tubing is leaking, follow the previous steps in "Leaks around fittings" section.
  • If the thread between the kitchen faucet adapter and the kitchen faucet stem is leaking, tighten more securely. If leaking continues, disconnect the plastic tubing and remove the kitchen faucet adapter. Wrap the kitchen faucet adapter and the cold water supply line with plumber's tape and re-install.
  • Turn the cold water shut-off valve back on and turn on the faucet for filtered water.

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Be sure to turn off the cold water supply until leak issue is resolved.

Use and Care

Brita^® Redi-Twist^™ Filtration System USS-334

Usage and quality of water in your incoming water line affect the life of filter cartridges. Cartridges should be replaced sooner if water pressure at the faucet begins to drop noticeably or if the filter fails to perform satisfactorily.

After prolonged periods of non-use, it is recommended that the filter system be flushed thoroughly. Let water run for 10 minutes before using.

The Redi-Twist^TM filters used with this filter system has a limited service life. Changes in taste, odor, and/or flow of the water being filtered indicate that the filter should be replaced.

Please see the Performance Data Sheet for the certified performance of specific systems with stated cartridges.

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System Tested and Certified by NSF International against NSF/ANSI Standard 42 for the reduction of Aesthetic Chlorine Taste & Odor and Particulate Class I and Standard 53 for the reduction of Atrazine, Cysts, Lead and Lindane. System Tested and Certified by NSF International to NSF Standard P231 for Microbiological Water Purifiers and US EPA Guide Standard and Protocol for Testing Microbiological Water Purifiers for the reduction of Bacteria, Viruses and Cysts. System Tested and Certified by NSF International against NSF/ANSI Standard 372 for low lead content and compliance.
*Please refer to Performance Data Sheet for complete reduction data.

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