Kenmore 625.38156 - Manual (Page 14)

step 6 - Connect Tubes
HOW TO CUT AND CONNECT THE TUBES
Your Reverse Osmosis Water System includes push-in
fittings for quick tubing connection. Review the follow­
ing instructions before connecting the tubes in the next
step.
Cut tubes to length
1. Use a sharp cutter or knife to cut the end of tubing.
Always cut the tubing square. See Figure 17.
2. Inspect the end (about 1") of the tubing to be sure
there are no nicks, scratches or other rough spots. If
needed, cut the tubing again. See Figure 17.
NOTE: Tubing lengths should allow for the removal of
the assembly from the hanger washers for servicing. If
tubing lengths are shortened for neater appearance, it
may be necessary to keep the assembly on the hanger
washers for service.
Connect tubes
NOTE: Remove protective foam plugs before connect­
ing tubes (See Fig. 16). Discard foam plugs.
1. Push tubing through collet, until it engages the o-ring.
See Figure 18A. Continue pushing until the tube bot­
toms out against the back of the fitting. See Figure 18B.
A common mistake is to stop pushing when the tube
engages the o-ring. This will lead to future leaks.
When a 1/4" tube is fully engaged, 11/16" of the tube
has entered the fitting. When a 3/8" tube is fully
engaged, 3/4" of the tube has entered the fitting. See
Figures 18A & 18B.
2. If using tubing other than tubing supplied with the
system, be sure it is of high quality, exact size and
roundness with a smooth surface.
To Disconnect Tubes
1. Push the collet inward with a finger tip. See Figure 20.
2. Continue holding collet inward while pulling the tub­
ing out. See Figure 20.
Push In Fitting
Foam Plug
Remove and Discard Foam Plugs
Figure 16
Push In Fitting
Tube,
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Cut tubing square with end of tubing round,
smooth, with no cuts, nicks or flat spots.
Tube Correctly Cut
Figure 17
Collet
O-Ring
Tube Partially Engaged With Fitting
Figure 18A
(
Collet /
O-Rlng
A
Tube Fully Engaged With Fitting
Figure18B
Fitting
O-Ring Seal
Collet
Collet and O-Ring
Figure 19
Collet (Depre.s.s to
Figure 20
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