Question: How do I Install my Reverse Osmosis Faucet?

Answer: H2O Splash Instructions – Frequently there is an extra hole for the mounting of sprayers, various types of dispensers or even adding an extra faucet. Should your sink not have an additional pre-drilled hole, use the following procedure. Select a Location for the Faucet. Start by checking under the sink to make sure there is sufficient space and there are no obstructions. Position a pan under sink to catch any metal filings and thereby avoid a clean up mess.

Stainless Steel Sink :  Do some measuring to insure that you will be locating the new faucet a sufficient distance from the existing faucets to allow all of the faucets to rotate in a proper working fashion. Be certain there will be adequate space to secure the lock nut. With a center punch, make an indentation in sink surface where you have selected the spot for the new faucet. This indentation will help hold alignment of hole saw. Drill a of the size indicated in the information you received in the shipping box.

Porcelain Coated Sink :  Most manufacturers recommend to have this type of sink drilled by a professional because of potential damage due to chipping or cracking. Should you attempt to drill, use a Relton Cutter with adequate cooling lubricant and exercise extreme care. Should you elect to not drill into the sink, you could install the faucet directly into the adjacent countertop. Be certain to position the faucet at a location that will allow the end of the spout to reach over the sink.

Installing Standard Non-Air-Gap Faucet:

(1) Once the hole is prepared, assemble those parts of the faucet that belong above the sink. First, the faucet spout. Some faucet spouts have threads, most do not. It is not necessary to tighten the faucet spout. It is preferable to let it move freely thereby allowing you to move the faucet out of the way when you need the space. Insert the faucet stem into the hole in the faucet body. No plumber’s putty is needed since the small round rubber washers will provide the seal. (2) The small, flat, black rubber washer goes underneath the faucet body, then the large chrome base plate, and then the large black rubber washer. (3) From under the sink, slide on the thick black plastic washer first, then slide on the locknut & screw on the brass hex retaining nut. Tighten firmly into place once the faucet is properly aligned. If a small adjustment is needed from above, pad the jaws of the wrench, so as not to scratch the chrome finish.