FORIOUS BEKF61 3-Way Matte Black Kitchen Faucet User Manual

1. Einleitung

Thank you for choosing the FORIOUS BEKF61 3-Way Matte Black Kitchen Faucet. This faucet is designed to provide both regular hot and cold water, as well as filtered drinking water, all from a single unit. This manual provides essential information for the safe installation, operation, and maintenance of your new faucet. Please read it thoroughly before installation and keep it for future reference.

Image 1.1: FORIOUS BEKF61 3-Way Matte Black Kitchen Faucet. This image displays the complete faucet unit, highlighting its matte black finish and dual handle design.

2. Produktmerkmale

• 2-in-1 Water Filter Faucet: Integrated water filter faucet provides easy access to filtered water for drinking, cooking, or filling bottles, eliminating the need for a separate drinking water tap.
• Universelles Design: This faucet works with most under-counter filtration systems, including simple filtration, reverse osmosis, alkaline ionizer, activated carbon, and UV filters (filtration system not included).
• Einfache Bedienung: The dual handle design controls the purification tap and the daily tap separately. Daily water use can be adjusted for hot and cold to meet kitchen cleaning needs.
• Robuste Konstruktion: Features a brass body and durable braided nylon water supply lines for reliable performance. A premium ceramic cartridge is tested for over 500,000 cycles.
• 360° drehbarer Auslauf: The high-arc spout swivels 360 degrees for complete sink access and flexibility.

Image 2.1: 3-in-1 Faucet Functionality. This graphic illustrates the three water functions: hot water, cold water, and filtered drinking water, all available from the single faucet.

Image 2.2: Internal Water Flow Diagram. This diagram shows the separate internal pathways for mixed water (hot/cold), hot water, cold water, and drinking water within the faucet body.

3. Packungsinhalt

Vergewissern Sie sich vor Beginn der Installation, dass alle Komponenten vorhanden sind:

• FORIOUS BEKF61 Faucet Body (1)
• Hot Water Supply Line (1)
• Cold Water Supply Line (1)
• Filtered Water Supply Line (1)
• Befestigungsmaterial (Unterlegscheiben, Muttern)
• Quick-Connect Adapter for Filtered Water Line (1)
• Installationshandbuch (1)

Image 3.1: Package Contents. This image displays the faucet and all included accessories, numbered for easy identification: 1. Packaging, 2. Faucet, 3. Metal washer, 4. Rubber washer, 5. Mounting nut, 6. Quick connector, 7. Triangular mounting plate, 8. Threaded pipe, 9. Mounting sleeve, 10. Instruction manual, 11. Water supply lines.

4. Spezifikationen

Image 4.1: Faucet Dimensions. This diagram provides detailed measurements of the faucet, including height (29.6cm, 27.2cm), spout reach (19.5cm), and base width (23.3cm), along with the 70cm supply lines and G 3/8 connections.

5. Installationsanweisungen

5.1. Bevor Sie beginnen

• Drehen Sie die Hauptwasserzufuhr zu Ihrer Küche ab.
• Schaffen Sie Platz unter der Spüle, um einen einfachen Zugang zu ermöglichen.
• Ensure your sink has a standard 35mm diameter hole for faucet mounting. (Note: The faucet base is 37mm, minor adjustment to the sink hole may be required if it's exactly 35mm).
• Ensure you have an existing under-counter water filtration system if you plan to use the filtered water function.

5.2. Benötigtes Werkzeug (nicht im Lieferumfang enthalten)

• Verstellbarer Schraubenschlüssel
• Kreuzschlitzschraubendreher
• Klempnerkitt oder Silikondichtstoff
• Bucket (for catching drips)
• Taschenlampe

5.3. Schritt-für-Schritt-Installation

1. Bereiten Sie den Wasserhahn vor: Insert the hot, cold, and filtered water supply lines into the corresponding ports at the base of the faucet. Ensure they are hand-tightened securely.
2. Montieren Sie den Wasserhahn: Place the faucet body through the mounting hole in your sink or countertop. Ensure the rubber washer is positioned between the faucet base and the sink surface to prevent leaks.
3. Sichern Sie den Wasserhahn: From underneath the sink, slide the triangular mounting plate, then the metal washer, and finally the mounting nut onto the threaded pipe extending from the faucet base. Tighten the mounting nut firmly with an adjustable wrench to secure the faucet in place.
4. Wasserleitungen anschließen:
   • Connect the hot water supply line (red marking) to your hot water shut-off valve.
   • Connect the cold water supply line (blue marking) to your cold water shut-off valve.
   • Connect the filtered water supply line to your under-counter water filtration system using the quick-connect adapter. Ensure all connections are tight to prevent leaks.
5. Auf Lecks prüfen: Slowly turn on the main water supply. Check all connections for any signs of leaks. If leaks are detected, tighten the connections further.
6. Spülen Sie das System: Open both the regular water handle and the filtered water handle to allow water to flow for a few minutes. This flushes out any debris from the new installation.

Image 5.1: Easy Installation. This image demonstrates the connection of the hot, cold, and filtered water lines to the faucet and the quick-connect feature for the filtered water line, emphasizing ease of installation.

Abbildung 5.2: Explosionszeichnung View for Installation. This detailed diagram shows the faucet components and their assembly order, including the filter water outlet, faucet outlet, mounting hole, plastic gasket, hexagonal nut, cap, quick connector for 6.35mm tube, filtered water diverter, cold water supply (to be connected to filter system), filtered waterway, faucet waterway, and filter system.

6. Bedienung

The FORIOUS BEKF61 faucet features two distinct handles for controlling water flow:

• Right Handle (Main Water): This handle controls the flow of regular hot and cold water. Move the handle forward for cold water and backward for hot water. Adjust the handle's position to achieve the desired temperature and flow rate.
• Left Handle (Filtered Water): This smaller handle controls the flow of filtered drinking water. Turn this handle to activate the filtered water spout.

Image 6.1: Faucet in Use, Drinking Water. This image shows the faucet dispensing filtered drinking water into a glass, demonstrating its dedicated function.

7. Wartung und Pflege

Proper care will ensure the longevity and appearance of your FORIOUS faucet:

• Reinigung: Clean the faucet regularly with a soft cloth and mild soap. Avoid abrasive cleaners, harsh chemicals, or scouring pads, as these can damage the matte black finish.
• Wartung des Belüfters: Periodically unscrew the aerators from both spouts and clean any mineral deposits or debris. This helps maintain optimal water flow.
• Filtered Water System: Follow the maintenance instructions for your specific under-counter water filtration system, including regular filter changes, to ensure clean drinking water.
• Dichtigkeitsprüfungen: Occasionally check under the sink for any signs of leaks around the connections. Tighten any loose connections as needed.

8. Fehlerbehebung

9. Garantie und Support

FORIOUS stands behind the quality of its products. This faucet comes with a Lebenslange Garantie, reflecting our commitment to durability and customer satisfaction. Should you encounter any issues or require replacement parts, please contact FORIOUS customer service.

Kundendienst:

• For technical assistance or warranty claims, please refer to the contact information provided on the FORIOUS official webWebsite oder Ihre Kaufdokumentation.
• When contacting support, please have your model number (BEKF61) and proof of purchase readily available.