GE PXRQ400T Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions page 12

Installation Instructions
HOW TO CONNECT TUBES
The Reverse Osmosis system includes push-in
following instructions before connecting the tubes in
the next step. Failure to follow these instructions may
lead to future leaks.
CUT TUBES TO LENGTH
no nicks or rough spots.
Push-in Fitting
Tube
NOTE: Tubing lengths should allow the RO assembly
to be moved for servicing.
2. Inspect the tube up to 1" from the end to be sure
there are no nicks, scratches or other rough spots.
If needed, cut the tubing again.
CONNECT TUBES
1. Push tubing through collet, until it engages the
o-ring. Continue pushing until the tube bottoms out
against the back of the fitting. Do not stop pushing
when the tube engages the o-ring. Failure to follow
these instructions may lead to future leaks. When
has entered the fitting. When a 3/8" tube is fully
engaged, 3/4" of the tube has entered the fitting.
Mark tube with a piece of tape or marker.
end of this manual.
Tube Partially Engaged
Tube Fully Engaged
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Collet O-Ring
Collet O-Ring
HOW TO CONNECT TUBES (cont.)
TO DISCONNECT TUBES (If necessary)
1. Push the collet inward with a finger tip.
2. Continue holding collet inward while pulling the
tubing out.
Collet (depress to
remove tubing)
Tubing
MAKING TUBING CONNECTIONS
Drain
assembly to faucet and 3/8" for faucet to saddle
2. Fully fasten onto faucet spigot
3. Locate and insert tube into "Drain" fitting, adjusting
length by cutting appropriately.
Out
valve to Reverse Osmosis assembly and 1/4" from
2. Insert firmly into "Out" fitting on the system
3. Cut to appropriate length.
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