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
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.
2. Attach the proper sized clip just behind the collet to
securely lock the tube into the housing.
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. If attached, remove the blue clip from behind the
collet.
2. Push the collet inward with a finger tip.
3. Continue holding collet inward while pulling the
tubing out.
Blue Clip
Tubing
Collet (depress to
MAKING TUBING CONNECTIONS
For optimal performance, eliminate dips, kinks, loops,
or low spots when routing and connecting the tubes.
INCORRECT
NOTE:
line from the faucet air gap to the drain pipe is not
restricted or hindered.
Optional:
T-connector to prevent kinks in the tubing.
remove tubing)
CORRECT
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