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Insert Sleeve Compression Nut
Apply Teflon Tape Here
Push the tubing all the way into the needle valve
while tightening compression nut.
Test for leaks at this point: Close the Needle Valve (turn needle handle clockwise all the way in
to close). Turn ON the cold water supply to the sink faucet. If the Needle Valve or the Adapter
leaks, check the connection and try applying more Teflon tape or tighten the brass nut some
more to stop the leak.
Fig. 6C
Fig. 6E Fig. 6F
4. Needle Valve: See Fig. 6C. Screw the Needle Valve onto the Adapter tightly. Apply 6-8 rounds
of Teflon tape onto Needle Valve before attaching it to the Adapter.
To open needle valve: Turn needle handle counter-clockwise.
To close needle valve: Turn needle handle clockwise.
Fig. 6D