GE_Water_System

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.

WARNING: Read entire manual. Failure to follow all guides and rules could cause personal injury or property damage.

???Check with your local public works department for plumbing codes. You must follow their guidelines as you install the Water Filtration system.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

???Use the Water Filtration system on a potable, safe-to-drink, home COLD water supply only. The filter canisters will not purify the water, or make it safe to drink.

???Do not use on a hot water supply (100??F max.). Install on a cold water line only.

WARNING: Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system. Systems certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected water that may contain filterable cysts.

PROPER INSTALLATION

This Water Filtration system must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used.

CAUTION:To reduce the risk of property damage due to water leakage, install or store where it will not be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to any type of weather. Water freezing in the system may damage it and may result in water leakage, damaging property. Change the filter out if it was exposed to freezing temperatures. Do not attempt to treat water over 100??F.

WARNING: Discard all unused and packaging material after installation. Small parts remaining after installation could be a choke hazard.

???Your Water Filtration system will withstand up to 120 pounds per square inch (psi) water pressure. If your house water supply pressure is higher than 80 psi, install a pressure reducing valve before installing the Water Filtration system.

READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Specifications Guidelines.

The Water Filtration System Uses the Following Canisters

Models GNSV70RBL and GNSV75RWW

FQSVF Filter

(160 gallon capacity)

Filter???White canisters with green band

???Reduces dirt, rust and sediment

???Reduces Chlorine: Taste and Odor

???Reduces Lead

???Reduces filterable Cysts (such as cryptosporidium and giardia)

???Reduces Turbidity

???Reduces Asbestos

???Reduces Mercury

???Reduces Lindane

???Reduces Atrazine

???Reduces Benzene

???Reduces VOC

???0.5???1 micron nominal particulate reduction

This system conforms to NSF/ANSI 42 and 53 for the specific performance claims as verified and sustained by test data. See Performance Data Sheet for details.

Installation Overview

Locate the drinking water system on the cold water supply pipe, under the kitchen and/or bathroom sink, to filter the cold drinking water.

Filtered Water Faucet

Sink

Manifold

Water Supply Valve

Filter Canisters

Performance Data Sheet.

SmartWater Filtration System GNSV70RBL and GNSV75RWW

Using Filter FQSVF

???This System has been tested according to NSF/ANSI 42 and 53 for the reduction of the substances listed below. The concentration of the indicated substances in water entering the system was reduced to a concentration less than or equal to the permissible limit for water leaving the system, as specified in NSF/ANSI 42 and 53.

???Actual performance may vary with local water conditions.

WARNING: Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or with water of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system. Systems certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected waters that may contain filterable cysts.

Standard No. 42: Aesthetic Effects

*Tested using a flow rate of 0.60 gpm (2.27 l/min); pressure of 60 psig; pH of 7.5 ?? 0.5; temp. of 68?? ?? 5??F (20?? ?? 3??C) **Measurement in particles/mL. Particles used were 0.5???1 microns.

***NTU???Nephelometric Turbidity Units

Operating Specifications

Capacity: certified for up to 160 gallons (605 l); up to six months

Pressure requirement: 35???120 psi (2.8???8.2 bar)

Temperature: 33???100??F (0.6???38??C)

Flow rate: 0.60 gpm (2.27 l/min)

Replacement Filter Canisters/Estimated Replacement Costs

FQSVF???Replacement filter canister $35???40

For replacement parts, call toll-free 800.626.2002 (U.S.), 800.663.6060 (Canada???English), 800.361.3869 (Canada???French)

Manufacturer: General Electric Company

The water treatment device(s) listed on this certificate have met the testing requirements pursuant to Section 116830 of the Health and Safety Code for the following health related contaminants:

Do not use where water is microbiologically unsafe or with water of unknown quality, except that

systems certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected waters that may contain filterable cysts.

IOWA RESIDENTS ONLY:

Store or Seller???s Name

Address

Performance Data Sheet.

1 Influent challenge levels are average influent concentrations determined in surrogate qualification testing. 2 ??g/L means Micrograms Per Liter.

3 Maximum product water level was not observed but was set at the detection limit of the analysis. 4 Maximum product level is set at a value determined in surrogate qualification testing.

5 Chemical reduction percent and maximum product water level calculated at chloroform 95% breakthrough point as determined in surrogate qualification testing.

6The surrogate test results for heptachlor Epoxide demonstrated a 98% reduction. These data were used to calculate an upper occurrence concentration, which would produce a maximum product water level at the MCL.

Testing was performed under standard laboratory conditions; actual performance may vary.

NOTE: Substances reduced are not necessarily in your water. Filter must be maintained according to manufacturer???s instructions, including replacement of filter cartridges.

Installation

Instructions

Faucet Mount Filtration System ???

GNSV70RBL and GNSV75RWW

IMPORTANT INSTALLATION

RECOMMENDATIONS

WARNING ??? Read entire manual. Failure to follow all guides and rules could cause personal injury or property damage.

???Check with your local public works department for plumbing codes. You must follow their guides as you install the Water Filtration system.

TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED

FOR INSTALLATION

???Phillips screwdriver

???Two (2) adjustable wrenches

???Electric drill and drill bit to drill 1??? hole (type as required) if mounting hole is needed for faucet

???Tape measure

???If your main water line is a rigid pipe, you will require a compression fitting and possibly other plumbing hardware to complete the installation.

CAUTION ??? To avoid damaging the sink, consult a qualified plumber or installer for drilling procedures. Special drill bits may be needed for porcelain or stainless steel.

CONTENTS INCLUDED

WITH THE PRODUCT

???Water filter system assembly, including mounting screws

???Feed water adapter

???Faucet assembly with electronic base monitor and tubing

COLD WATER SUPPLY FITTING

A.PREFERRED INSTALLATION

(Utilizing existing kitchen sink water supply valve and flexible faucet tubing)

A typical connection using the included water supply fitting is shown in the illustration below.

1.Close the water shut-off valve that is immediately in front of the supply tube and open the faucets to drain water from the sink cold water pipe.

2.Remove the nut that connects the cold water faucet to the supply tube. Some water may spill out.

NOTES:

???Be sure to turn off the water supply and open a faucet to drain the pipe.

???Make sure the gasket is installed in the water supply fitting.

Water Supply Fitting

1/4??? Tubing to Water Filter Inlet

Fig. 1

Cold

Water Pipe

Cold Water Shutoff

3.Hand-tighten the water supply fitting onto the cold water faucet. Be sure the gasket, as shown, is in place before final assembly. Finish tightening with an adjustable wrench. Be careful not to overtighten or cross-thread, as damage to the threads can occur. Make sure the 1/4??? quick connection is not against a wall that causes the supply tubing connection to bend. A quarter turn to tighten or loosen the adapter may be necessary to avoid this.

4.Reconnect faucet tubing line to the fitting.

5.Install tubing. (See Installing the Tubing section.)

Installation Instructions

COLD WATER SUPPLY FITTING (CONT.)

B.OPTIONAL HOME INSTALLATION

(Where codes permit)

Saddle Valve: Saddle valve must be able to connect with 1/4-inch tubing supplied with the system. Not supplied with product; check your local hardware or home service store for product. Saddle valve typically requires 1/2???

OD tubing or larger.

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.

1.Turn off the cold water supply and install saddle valve as required by product selection. (Be sure to follow manufacturer???s installation instructions.)

DANGER ??? If hole is required to be drilled in pipe, 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.

2.Open saddle valve after complete system has been installed.

C.OPTIONAL INSTALLATION

(For installation with rigid pipe between supply valve and sink faucet)

Option 1

1.Remove pipe from supply valve and sink faucet.

2.Obtain flexible pipe sized to your plumbing.

3.Install flexible pipe.

4.Go back to A. Preferred Installation section step 3.

Option 2

1.Obtain compression fittings to fit rigid pipe.

2.Obtain any other fittings required to connect compression fittings to feed water adapter.

3.Remove pipe from supply valve.

4.Cut pipe to fit length of assembled fittings and adapter.

5.Install compression fitting to pipe.

6.Go back to A. Preferred Installation section step 3.

NOTE: Above described materials are not included with the product.

INSTALL THE FAUCET

Be sure there is room underneath and above the sink to make the needed connections. Before

starting, make sure there is sufficient room for the faucet base and unit. Select one of the following places to install the faucet:

A.In an existing sink spray attachment or soap dispenser hole.

B.In a hole to be drilled in the sink top.

C.In a hole to be drilled in the countertop, next to the sink.

NOTES:

???Be sure the faucet base will fit flat against the surface at the selected location so the bottom gasket between the base and surface area will seal.

???Make sure to leave enough clearance at the back of the faucet in case you need to remove it.

Installation Steps (refer to illustration below for clarification)

1.If drilling is needed, make a 1??? diameter hole.

Be sure to use the proper procedure for drilling porcelain or stainless steel. Special drill bits may be needed. Consult a qualified plumber for the proper procedure.

CAUTION:When drilling in Stainless Steel, the edges may be sharp and could puncture the tube. Be careful to not cut yourself or damage the tube.

2.Remove the faucet body and base by turning the base counterclockwise.

3.Remove the butterfly bracket from the screw. Then insert the screw into the top of the base and reattach the butterfly bracket.

4.Align the gasket to cover the hole completely. Then place the butterfly bracket on the base into the hole.

Screw

Base

Sink Gasket

Butterfly Bracket

5.Tighten the screw to secure the butterfly bracket to the underside of the sink top. The base should be firmly in place and should not wobble or turn.

Installation Instructions

INSTALL THE FAUCET (CONT.)

6.Feed the water tube up through the faucet base. Then push the tube into the fitting on the bottom of the faucet body. It should go in about 3/4???.

Pull tube slightly to make sure it is secure.

Faucet Body

Gasket

Toggle Screw

7.Push the faucet body down into the faucet base and twist clockwise until it clicks into place.

NOTE: You can install the faucet so the handle is on the right or the left side.

If you want the faucet handle on the right, position the handle at the back of the faucet base before turning clockwise.

If you want the faucet handle on the left, position the handle at the front of the faucet base before turning clockwise.

8.Locate the hole at the rear of the base. Insert set screw and begin to tighten by hand. Finish tightening with the allen wrench provided

in the packet.

Installation Instructions

MOUNTING SYSTEM INSTALLATION

Pick a location under the sink to mount the system. Location should be easily accessible, with clearance between the bottom of the filter canisters and the floor or bottom of the cabinet; any less will result in difficulty of removing filter canisters (see Fig. 5). Allow enough space on either side of the system for the tubing connections.

SCREW INSTALLATION

1.Remove this template from the manual for easier installation.

2.The top of the template openings should be placed a minimum of 17 inches above the bottom of the cabinet or floor where the system is to be mounted (Fig. 4 and 5). NOTE: Any distance lower may result in filter canisters interfering with the floor when removed.

3.Tape template to wall, then mark the wall where the screws are to be installed.

Install screws into the wall, leaving 3/16 inch clearance between the head of the screw and wall (drill pilot holes if needed) (Fig. 6).

5 inches

Fig. 4

Bottom of Cabinet or Floor

5 inches

3/16 inch

Screws

Wall

17 inches

Screw

Fig. 6

Fig. 5

Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THE TUBING

1.Measure 3/4??? from the end of each remaining piece of tubing (faucet end and inlet end) and mark with a pencil (Fig. 8). (Check for roundness, smoothness, cuts, nicks, flat spots and sharp edges. It may be necessary to recut the tubing.)

3/4??? (19 mm)

Fig. 8

INCORRECT

2. Locate fittings for tubing on bottom of manifold.

3.NOTE: Water flow is from left to right. Water inlet is on the left side and water outlet is on the right side. Failure to follow will result in water leaks when filter canisters are removed.

4.Push the tubing firmly into each fitting on the manifold until the line is flush with the fitting collar. (If the tubing is removed, re-cut the end, measure, mark and re-insert). Tubing must be fully inserted to avoid leaks (Fig. 9). (To remove tubing, depress and hold white collet; pull tubing out to remove.)

White Collet

(DO NOT REMOVE)

Insertion line 3 4"

Insert tubing

Engagement

INSTALLING THE TUBING (CONT.)

5.Pull out slightly on tubing to ensure a good seal.

6.Install the other end of the tubing from the inlet side of the manifold to the feed water adapter.

NOTE: Inspect the ends of the tubing to be sure there are no imperfections and that the end of the tubing is cut square. It may be necessary to cut the tubing again.

INSTALL THE BATTERY

1.Remove the lens cover from the faucet base. Grip it from both sides and pull forward.

2.Install one CR2032 3V battery with the ???+??? side down into the battery tray.

3.The amber LED light will flash 5 times,

indicating a proper installation and system reset. If the amber light does not flash, check

the position of the battery and make sure it is installed correctly.

4.Slide the lens cover back into the faucet base.

5.Normally, the light is off. After 6 months of use, the amber LED light will flash every 30 seconds, indicating the time to replace the filter canister.

NOTE: The amber LED light may stop blinking

if it is allowed to blink for an extended period of time. To ensure proper operation, the battery should be replaced with every filter change.

Installation Instructions

REPLACING THE FILTER CANISTERS

The amber light in the faucet base will flash every 30 seconds to indicate a filter change is needed. This occurs every 6 months. TO PROPERLY MAINTAIN

THE SYSTEM, CHANGE THE FILTER AS REQUIRED.

1.Remove the filter canisters from the manifold by rotating the canisters to the left about 1/3 turn (Fig. 11). NOTE: A small amount of water from the tubing between the filter and the faucet may come out. A small towel should be able to catch it.

2.Remove foil on top of new replacement filter canisters. Install the new canisters into the manifold by turning to the right about 1/3 turn until the alignment marks line up and the filter stops.

DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. The filter will rise up as it is turned.

3.Turn handle on faucet to allow trapped air to purge from the system.

NOTE: System may make noise during this procedure.

4.Check for water leaks around the system.

5.Once water starts to flow out of the faucet, allow the system to run for 3 gallons (or 5 minutes) to flush out any harmless carbon fines that may be present.

6.Turn off faucet and check around system for leaks.

7.Remove battery tray and replace battery to reset timer. (See Battery Installation for proper procedure.)

Fig. 11

Replacement Filter Canisters/

Estimated Replacement Costs

FQSVF???Replacement filter canister $35???$40

For replacement parts, call toll-free 800.626.2002 (U.S.), 800.663.6060 (Canada???English), 800.361.3869 (Canada???French).

FLUSH PROCEDURE

Whenever water of unknown quality is passed through the GE Water Filtration system, the filter canisters should be discarded and the filtration system flushed.

Circumstances that may require flushing the system are:

???Boil water advisory

???Flooding of the GE Water Filtration system

???Long-term non-use

The procedure for flushing the GE Water Filtration system is:

1.See Replacing the Filter Canisters section and follow steps 1???5.

GE Water Filtration System Warranty.

All warranty service provided by our SmartWater??? Authorized Servicer Network. To schedule service, on-line, visit us at GEAppliances.com, or call 800.952.5039 in the U.S., or toll-free 866.777.7627 in Canada. Please have serial number and model number available when calling for service.

Staple your receipt here. Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under

the warranty.

What GE Will Not Cover:

???Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product.

???Improper installation, delivery or maintenance.

???Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially.

???Use of this product where water is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality, without adequate disinfection before or after the system. Systems certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected water that may contain filterable cysts.

???Filter cartridges and batteries after 30 days from date of purchase.

???Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods or acts of God.

???Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible defects with this appliance.

EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES???Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this Limited Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law.

This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA. If the product is located in an area where service by a GE Authorized Servicer is not available, you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service location for service. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To know what your legal rights are, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state???s Attorney General.

Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225

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