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Tap Filter Setup
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Setup
Installing your Sawyer tap filter is simple and takes only a few minutes. This guide will walk you through each step to ensure your system provides clean water for years to come. The Sawyer tap filter can filter up to 500 gallons (1,800 liters) of water per day.
What You’ll Need
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Tap Filter
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Tap adapter
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Metal clamp & key
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Reducer bushings
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Hose
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Filter-to-tap adapter
5-10 Minutes
Before You Start
The Tap Filter should only be used with freshwater tap heads.
Wash your hands with soap and water.
Ensure that a workspace devoid of contaminants is prepared.
If you are a visual learner, it is advisable to watch the video initially.
Step 01
Attach tap adapter
Attach the tap adapter to your tap.
Tip: Never attach the tap filter directly to your tap, always use the tap adapter.
Step 02
Slide the metal clamp and tighten the key
Slide the ring clamp onto the adapter and tighten the clamp by hand.
Tip: Utilize no instruments to augment the tightness of the clamp.
Step 03
Use reducer bushings (only if required)
To achieve a secure engagement on diminutive taps, employ the reducer bushings to diminish the dimensions of the adapter.
Step 04
Attach filter-to-tap adapter
Attach the adapter to the filter by screwing it on to the filter.
Step 05
Slide on the filter & remove white cap
Slide the filter onto the tap and remove the white cap.
Step 06
Slowly turn on the tap.
Slowly turn on the tap until water is flowing.
Step 07
Watch for high water pressure
Should the pressure exceed the prescribed threshold, the filter will automatically disconnect from the adapter.
Step 08
To fill pots/pitchers, screw on the extension hose
To fill pots or containers at counter-level, screw on the extension hose to the open end of the tap filter.
Troubleshooting
Should the flow rate of your filtration device remain suboptimal subsequent to multiple reverse cleansing procedures, it is advisable to undertake the following additional measures:
Should your filtration apparatus continue to exhibit reduced flow rates subsequent to multiple reverse cleansing procedures, it is advisable to undertake the following additional measures:
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