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Step-by-step installation instructions.
Feed Water Supply
Check and comply with local plumbing codes as you plan, then install a cold feed water supply fitting. For new
home installation using standard plumbing fittings, see Fig. 2A below. A typical installation for existing
homes using the saddle valve is shown in Fig. 2B below.
A. PREFERRED INSTALLATION
Turn off the cold water supply.
1
Fig. 2A.
Cold
water
pipe
B. OPTIONAL INSTALLATION Where codes permit
NOTE: Codes in the state of Massachusetts require installation by a licensed plumber and do not
permit the use of the saddle valve. For installation, use plumbing code 248-CMR of the Commonwealth
of Massachusetts.
Turn off the cold water supply
1
and attach saddle valve as
shown in Fig. 2B.
DANGER: To protect yourself
from serious injury or fatal
shock, use a battery powered
hand drill only to make the
hole. DO NOT USE AN
ELECTRIC DRILL.
Fig. 2B.
Optional water supply connection (using saddle valve)
8
Preferred water supply connection
(using compression fitting)
Water supply valve
Insert
3⁄8" tubing to inlet
2
Nut (2)—not required if
holes in clamp are threaded
Clamp Z
Washer
Tubing adapter
Compression nut
Complying with plumbing codes, install a
2
fitting on the cold water pipe to adapt 3 ⁄ 8 " OD
tubing. A typical connection is shown in Fig. 2A
(parts not included). Make sure a water supply
valve is used.
Typical location
Ferrule
Close the water supply valve by
turning the handle clockwise.
Pre-drill
1⁄4" hole
Seal—make sure the
seal is in place
Use to connect the tubing
Cold
water
Open the main water supply
3
valve and several house
faucets to purge air from the
system. Close faucets when
water runs smoothly.
Clamp X
Valve
Handle
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