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All Bach products
are carefully engineered and factory tested to provide a lifetime of trouble-free
use. If you have any questions regarding your Kitchen and Bathroom Faucet installation
call 1-866-863-6584.
Installation Guide
Installation
tools
Installing
faucet onto deck
Connecting
water supply lines
Connecting
sprayer to faucet outlet
Faucet
start up
Final
check and operation
Consumer
Care Guide
Simple
care instructions
Heavy
cleaning procedure (if necessary)
Cleaning
the Aerator
Removing
the Cartridge
Removing
the hose and sprayhead
Installation
tools
We recommend that you use the following tools for the installation of
your new faucet:
- Pliers
- Flashlight
- 5/8", 11/16"
and 1" Open End Wrenches
For optimum performance
of your new Bach Faucet, a minimum water pressure of 40 PSI is recommended.
Locate water supply
inlets and shut off the water supply valves. These are usually found under
the sink or near the water meter. If you are replacing an existing faucet,
remove the faucet from the sink and clean the sink surface thoroughly.
If your water supply
tubes or valves have become damaged they may need to be replaced. The
parts needed can be obtained from any local home improvement retailer
Note:
This installation
guide is designed for sinks equipped with flexible water supply lines.
For your convenience we have included parts needed for installation to
copper tube water supplies as well. If you are uncertain how to install
your faucet onto copper tubing, or for any other circumstances we recommend
that you consult with a home improvement professional before proceeding.
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Installing faucet onto deck.
The following installation
instructions are created for the standard 1 3/8” sink hole. If you are
installing your faucet on a custom counter top please ensure the mounting
holes are drilled for 1 3/8”.
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Bach Solo Kitchen faucet.
- Hold base ring
to faucet body and place gasket under base ring.
- Thread supply
lines, Pull-out hose and mounting shank individually through the sink
hole. If the fit for the supply lines seems to be too tight, pull the
pull-out hose out through the faucet untill stopped by the restraining
clip and retry.
- From under the
sink, loosely assemble thrust washer and 1" lock nut onto mounting
shank.
- Position faucet
as desired and tighten 1" lock nut securely.
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Bach Solo Premiere kitchen faucet.
- Place the gasket
under faucet body.
- Thread supply
lines, Pull-out hose and mounting shank individually through the sink
hole. If the fit for the supply lines seems to be too tight, pull the
pull-out hose out through the faucet untill stopped by the restraining
clip and retry.
- From under the
sink, loosely assemble thrust washer and 1" lock nut onto mounting
shank.
- Position faucet
as desired and tighten 1" lock nut securely.
Note:
This faucet may
be installed for use by right or left handed users. When positioning
faucet orient the handle in desired position.
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Connecting water supply lines.
Using an 11/16"
and a 5/8" open ended wrench, connect the flexible water supply lines
to the faucet inlet lines and tighten until seal is achieved.
Note:
For right handed
installation, connect red faucet inlet line to hot water supply and blue
faucet inlet line to cold water supply.
For left handed
installation, connect red faucet inlet line to cold water supply, and
blue faucet inlet line to hot water supply.
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Connecting sprayer
to faucet outlet.
- Feed hose through
weight retainer ring, allow ring to hang loosely from hose until weight
is in place.
- Push quick connect
firmly upwards onto faucet outlet tube until unable to push any further.
- Pull down on
brass fitting of quick connect. If the brass fitting and gray inner
collet separate slightly but do not pull off of the outlet tube, quick
connect is secure.
- Place the weight
around hose, on the sprayer side just above the bend in the hose.
- Secure the weight
with retaining ring.
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Faucet start up.
- With faucet in
the OFF position, turn on water supply valve under the sink.
- Inspect connections
under the sink for leaks.
- Firmly hold
sprayer hose and unscrew the sprayhead (Do not let go of hose because
it may slide down through the spout).
- With hose pointing
toward sink drain, turn faucet on in the center (mixed) position.
- Run water for
30 seconds to remove debris from line.
- Turn faucet off
and replace sprayhead being careful not to over tighten.
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Final check and
operation.
- Turn on faucet
in the center (mixed) position and inspect all connections for leaks.
- Once satisfied
that all connections are secure, stand back and appreciate the elegance
that this fixture adds to your home.
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Simple care instructions
Dry the faucet with a clean soft cotton cloth.
DO NOT:
- Use any abrasive
cleansers, cloths, or paper towels.
- Use any cleaning
agents containing acids or polish.
- Use any abrasives,
harsh cleansers or soaps.
Heavy cleaning
procedure (if necessary)
Use any of the following
to remove tough surface film and buildup:
- Mild liquid
detergents.
- Clear liquid
glass cleaners.
- Non-acidic, non-abrasive
gentle liquid or fully dissolved powdered cleansers mixed according
to manufacture's specifications.
- Non-abrasive
liquid polishers.
- Once clean, rinse
faucet again with clear water to thoroughly remove cleanser and blot
dry with a soft cotton cloth.
If you have any
doubts or questions concerning care and maintenance of your faucet, please
contact your local authorized Bach dealer or call 1-866-863-6584 for assistance.
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Cleaning the Aerator.
Should you experience
diminished flow after extended use, the aerator may be clogged with debris.
To clean the aerator follow these steps:
- Using aerator
removal tool unscrew aerator/sprayer housing from bottom of sprayhead.
- Remove aerator
seal and aerator cartridge from aerator/sprayer housing.
- Clean aerator
cartridge and spray ring
- Installation
is the reverse of removal.
When screwing in
aerator/sprayer housing, the assembly will stop when fully installed.
No further hand-tightening will be possible. Do not over tighten by using
tools other than the supplied tool to install.
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Removing the Cartridge.
If you ever expierance
leakage around the handle area, it may be necessary to replace the cartridge
from your faucet. Follow these steps to remove the cartridge:
- Shut off water.
- Using a 5/64
hex wrench, remove set screw from handle.
- Lift off handle.
- Remove top dome-shaped
cap by pulling upwards.
- Using pliers,
unscrew the retainer ring.
- Carefully remove
cartridge by pulling straight up on stem with pliers.
- Reassemble by
reversing steps.
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Removing the hose and sprayhead.
If your hose or
sprayhead ever become damaged, they may need to be replaced. Follow these
steps to remove them.
- Bracing exposed
portion of quick connect collet, push upward on the brass fitting until
fitting and collet are fully compressed.
- Holding collet
in place, pull the quick connect downward off of the outlet tube.
- Gently pull sprayhead
outward through spout until hose is fully removed from faucet.
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