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It is easy to install a dedicated water filtered faucet<\/a>\"\" if you have an unused faucet hole or a stainless steel sink.<\/p>\n

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Step 1: Purchase a filter faucet<\/a>\"\" to match the existing faucet finish and an under the cabinet water filtration system.


\nStep 2: Remove the hole plug from the sink or use a metal drill bit to drill an appropriately sized hole for the filtered faucet.


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\nStep 3: Slip the escutcheon and rubber gasket onto the stem of the faucet. Insert the faucet into the hole and make sure it sits flush on the sink.


\nStep 4: Reach under the sink and secure the faucet into place per the manufacturer\u2019s instructions.


\nStep 5: Determine the best location for the water filter system<\/a>\"\"
\n by examining the distance between the cold water shut off valve and the new faucet. Choose a spot that allows easy access for filter replacement.


\nStep 6: Follow the water filter manufacturer\u2019s instructions and install the filter mounting bracket or mounting screws.


\nStep 7: Shut off the cold water supply to the existing faucet. Turn on the cold water side of the existing faucet and allow the line to drain. Place a towel or cloth beneath the valve to catch any residual water and detach the cold water supply line from the shut off valve.


\nStep 8: Install a retrofit compression tee onto the cold water shut off valve. Unlike standard compression tee\u2019s, a retrofit tee has one female and two male ends on it. Once the tee is securely tightened into place, reattach the cold water supply line to the existing faucet.


\nStep 9: Follow the water filter manufacturer\u2019s instructions and run a new line from the open end of the compression tee to the inlet side of the water filtration system. Hand tighten the compression nuts and then use a crescent wrench to turn the nuts one more time to assure they are properly tightened. Do not over tighten the nuts.


\nStep 10: Follow the water filter instructions and attach a water line from the outlet side of the filter system to the newly installed filter faucet.


\nStep 11: Insert the filter(s)<\/a>\"\" into the filtration system. Mount the system under the sink and turn the cold water supply back on.


\nStep 12: Check for leaks.


\n Allow water to run through the filter system for five minutes before pouring yourself a glass of freshly filtered water.
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