DesignHouse Ashland 545731 Quick Start Manual

Your new Design House faucet will give you years of trouble free performance. Thank you for
choosing our product for your home. Please read all of these instructions carefully before
installing your new faucet.
Helpful tools to install this faucet:
basin wrench
Teflon tape
(2) crescent wrenches
IMPORTANT POINTS
When installing your new faucet, hand tighten the connector nuts, then use one wrench to
anchor the fitting and a second wrench to tighten the nut one additional turn. Connections that
are too tight will reduce the integrity of the system.
Wrap threaded connections (except aerator thread in spout or where o-ring or rubber sealant
are present) with Teflon tape available from your local hardware or plumbing supply store.
Always wrap in a clockwise direction.
SAFETY TIPS
ALWAYS protect your eyes with safety glasses.
silicon sealer
flashlight
faucet supply tubes
1. Shut off water supplies. Remove the 2. Making the waterline connections:
old faucet. Place the gasket (1A) onto Use 1/2 in. I.P.S. faucet connections
the bottom of the new faucet assembly. (2B, not included), or use the supplied
Place the faucet assembly through the coupling nuts (2C) with a 3/8 in. O.D.
mounting holes in sink. Secure the ball-nose riser (2A, not included). Use
faucet assembly to sink using the wrenches when tightening. Do not
overtighten.
mounting nuts (1B) provided.
Note: If the sink is uneven, use silicone
under the gasket (1A).
1A
1B
Your new Design House faucet is designed to give you years of trouble free performance. Avoid abrasive
cleaners, steel wool and harsh chemicals that will dull the finish and void your warranty.
Brass finishes are polished, then protected with a lacquer coating to help prevent tarnishing. Clean these
surfaces only with a damp, soft cloth.
Keep it looking like new by cleaning it periodically with a mild solution of soapy water. Rinse thoroughly and
then dry with a soft cloth.
CONSUMER PROTECTION WARNING
Under the Safe Drinking Water Act, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency restricts the
amount of lead used in brass and solder. Your new faucet is made in strict compliance with
all government standards. The materials used in the manufacture of this faucet are of industry
standard quality and are similar to other plumbing products having brass fittings.
To reduce the amount of lead in your drinking water, allow the water to run for a moment before
filling your glass and remember to always use cold water for drinking purposes.
3. IMPORTANT: After installation is
complete, remove the aerator to flush the
water lines. Do not lose the gasket (3A) in
the aerator. Turn on the water supply and
allow both hot and cold water to run for at
least one minute each. This flushes away
any debris that could cause damage to
internal parts. While the water is running,
check for leaks. Turn off the water and
replace the aerator.
2A
2C 2B
3A