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Shut off the inlet valve and release pressure at the bypass, put a bucket under the housing, then unscrew the sump with the supplied wrench. Swap the cartridge, check the O-ring and lubricate it, then screw the sump back on. Open the valve slowly and check for leaks. Most changes take about fifteen minutes.
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