3M Aqua-Pure 3MFF100 User manual

At a Glance:
• Easy to install
• Easy to replace cartridge
• 6,000 Gallon/22,712 liter Capacity
• 2.5 gpm/9.5 lpm Flow Rate
• 0.2 Nominal Micron Rating
• NSF Certified for NSF/ANSI Standard 42, Standard 53, and
CSA B483.1
• WQA Certified for NSF/ANSI 372 to meet low lead compli-
ance for CA AB1953
• Certified for use in California per California Department of
Public Health Certification Number: 09-2017
• Registered for use in Los Angeles County by the Department
of Building and Safety. File Number: M-080152
Applications:
• Chlorine Taste & Odor (CTO)
• Particulate
• Lead & Cryptosporidium parvum Cysts
• Select VOCs*
Product Benefits:
• 2.5 GPM allows filter system to be used on existing kitchen and /or bathroom faucets
• 3/8” NPT connections on filter head makes installation easy
• Shut off valve in head eliminates the need to turn off water supply
• Sanitary quick change cartridge design eliminates the need to handle filter media
• Easy filter change-outs, just a 1/4 turn to remove and insert
• Designed to connect to your existing primary kitchen or bathroom faucet for full
flow filtration
• *This system reduces CTO, particulate, and a number of select VOCs (Benzene,
p-Dichlorobenzene & Toxaphene), as well as lead and 99.95% of filterable
Cryptosporidium parvum cysts
Models:
3MFF100
Full Flow Drinking Water System
Physical Specifications:
Spec #
Quantity
3MFF100
Model No.
(Part No.)
Inlet/
Outlet
Size
Dimensions Approximate
Weight Flow Rate Capacity
Max.
Water
Temp.
Max.
Water
Pressure
Std.
Replacement
Ctg. No.
Height Diameter
3MFF100
(56163-18)
3/8”
NPT
16”
(40.6 cm) 4-1/2”
(11.4 cm)
4 lbs
(1.8 kg)
2.5 gpm
(9.5 lpm) 6,000 gallons
(22,712 liters)
100 °F
(37.8 °C)
125 psi
(862 kPa)
56134-32
3MFF101
(56134-32) N/A 14.5” (36.8 cm)
3.5 lbs
(1.6kg) N/A N/A

Spec #
Quantity
Model Number
Part Number
Easy Installation:
3MFF100
System tested and Certified by NSF International
against NSF/ANSI Standard 42 and 53 for the
reduction of the claims specified on the
Performance Data Sheet and against CSA B483.1.
4-1/2”
(11.4 cm)
16”
(40.6 cm)
CAUTION: Diagram shown is for reference purposes
only. Read installation and operation manual prior to
installing the unit.
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WARNING: To reduce the risk associated with the ingestion of contaminants: Do not use
with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection
before or after the system. Systems certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected water
that may contain filterable cysts. EPA Establishment #070595-CT-001
CAUTION
To reduce the risk associated with property damage due to water leakage:
• Read and follow Use Instructions before installation and use of this system.
• The disposable filter cartridge MUST be replaced every 12 months, at the rated capacity or
sooner if a noticeable reduction in flow rate occurs.
3M Purification Inc. recommends regularly scheduled maintenance and replacement of the filter
cartridge(s) in order for the product to perform as advertised.
Product Specifications:
• Includes head bracket with integral mounting bracket, 2 screws
• Inlet and outlet plumbing connections are 3/8” NPT design
• System max operating pressure of 125 psi (862 kPa) and max
operating temperature of 100°F (37.8°C)
• Cartridge comprised of a pleated sub-micron membrane and
composite activated carbon block filter
• 6,000 Gallon Capacity
• 2.5 gpm (9.5 lpm) flow rate
• 0.2 Nominal micron rating
• System is NSF Standard 42 & 53 compliant for the reduction of claims
specified on the Performance Data Sheet
• Built in valve shuts off water when changing filters
How Big is a Micron? - A Micron is .000039 of an inch
Relative Sizes
Human eye can see 40 micron (a thousand times smaller than the eye of
a needle)
Diameter of a human hair is about 20 micron
A Cryptosporidium parvum Cyst is 5-15 micron
E.Coli Bacteria is 0.65 micron wide by 1.7 micron long
The 3MFF100 is not certified to reduce bacteria
3M Purification Inc. filter has pores 0.2 Micron in size
Limited Warranty:
Limited Warranty: 3M Purification Inc. warrants the stainless steel head only to be free from defects in material and workmanship for one (1) year from the date of purchase. The disposable filter cartridge or
membrane is warranted from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover failures resulting from abuse, misuse, alteration
or damage not caused by 3M Purification Inc. or failure to follow installation and use instructions. No warranty is given as to the service life of any filter cartridge or membrane as it will vary with local
water conditions and water consumption. 3M PURIFICATION INC. MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WAR-
RANTY OR CONDITION OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OR CONDITION ARISING OUT OF A COURSE OF DEALING, CUSTOMER OR
USAGE OF TRADE. If the Product fails to satisfy this Limited Warranty during the warranty period, 3M Purification Inc. at it’s option will replace the Product or refund your Product purchase price. This
warranty does not cover labor. The remedy stated in this paragraph is Customer’s sole remedy and 3M Purification Inc.’s exclusive obligation. For additional information, see the entire Limited
Warranty located in the product Installation and Operating Instruction Manual.
Limitation of Liability. 3M Purification Inc. will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from this 3M Purification Inc. product, whether direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential, regardless of the
legal theory asserted, including warranty, contract, negligence or strict liability. Some states and countries do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation
or exclusion may not apply to you.
3M Purification Inc.
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Meriden, CT 06450 U.S.A.
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Worldwide: 203.237.5541
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