Abode Globe Aquifier AT2173 User manual

Globe Aquifier
5 Year Warranty
Terms and Conditions:
In the unlikely event that you should experience any defect in the materials or workmanship of your new Abode product within 5 years of purchase, the purchaser’s sole remedy shall be the
replacement (at the manufacturer’s discretion) of all or any part of the product that is defective. All workin parts and valves are uaranteed for a period of 5 years from purchase.
Decorative surface finishes and O-rin s are uaranteed for 1 year from the date of purchase provided that our advice concernin care has been observed and no scourin a ents have been
used. This is provided that the product has been used for normal domestic purposes only and that the care, installation and maintenance instructions have been observed. The warranty
extends to the ori inal purchaser only.
Marks, scuffs and scratches caused by improper installation or accidental dama e are not covered by this uarantee. Neither are shade variations or any dama e or defect caused by
incorrect installation or abuse of the fittin .
As we are continuously improvin and developin our ran e of products, finishes & colours, in the event of a valid claim, we may not be able to provide an identical replacement for the
defective product throu hout the uarantee period. Where an identical product is no lon er available, we will supply the nearest equivalent from our then current product ran e. In
assessin your claim, we must be iven the opportunity to discuss your claim, review your proof of purchase and or inspect the product as installed prior to removal. Any a reed product
return must be packa ed as received and complete.
No other warranties, express or implied, are made, includin merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. Under no circumstances shall the manufacturer be liable for any loss or
dama e arisin from the purchase, use or inability to use this product, or for any special, indirect, incidental or consequential dama es. No liability is accepted for consequential dama e to
other household fixtures, fittin s or furnishin s arisin from this claim, even if attached to the product. No installer, dealer, a ent or employee of Abode has the authority to modify the
obli ations or limitations of this warranty.
Important Care Instructions for your Product:
To maintain the appearance of this product, ensure that it is regularly cleaned only using a clean, soft damp cloth. A solution of warm water and a mild li uid
detergent may be used where necessary, and then the fitting rinsed thoroughly and wiped dry. Any other cleaning action or use of common domestic cleaning
products will invalidate your warranty.
If the product has a plastic aerator insert at the end of the spout it should be unscrewed and the plastic internal insert only removed and cleaned or descaled to
maintain flow performance. Do not use descalin solution on any decorative metal housin , rinse the insert thorou hly before reattachin in the reverse order.
Abrasive cleaners, scourin cleaners and acidic cleaners must not be used on this product under any circumstances. Avoid contact with all solvents (includin
chlorinated solvents, ketones or acetones as these may result in surface deterioration or etchin ). Also avoid contact with any harsh household chemicals such as
oven cleaners, drain cleaners, rust removers, paint strippers and toilet bowl cleaners, bar keepers friend or Brasso.
Please leave these instructions for your customer.
Installation Instructions:
Preparation
Before installing the new product it is essential that you thoroughly flush through the supply pipes in order to remove any remaining solder, swarf or impurities
from your system. Failure to carry out this simple procedure could cause problems or dama e to the workin s of the product or reduce performance invalidatin the
warranty.
We stron ly recommend best practice of installin particle filters and isolation valves to both the hot and cold feed pipes in an accessible position. This will help to
prevent premature failure of the valves and ease any future maintenance.
All parts should be removed from their packaging and inspected for any transport damage prior to installation.
Shut off (isolate) your hot and cold water supply locally at the point of installation before continuin with the installation. If the water cannot be isolated locally the
turn off the mains stopcock and power to any heatin system, now open the lowest tap or drain point in the system until both hot and cold supplies are fully drained.
This product requires a 35mm tap hole and a maximum surface thickness of 40mm, if replacin an existin product, remove it and clean the end of the hot and
cold feed pipes usin wire wool, the tap hole area should be free from dirt and sealant.
If the handles on the product operate backwards and forwards, allow for this when plannin the sink or tap hole position.
Loosely position the product and fittin s to check if any alteration to the existin pipework is required, if needed, do this now.
If the product is sin le flow (see section important technical data “flow characteristics”) then non return (check) valves must be installed to comply with re ulations.
Some products are supplied with non-return valves this will be noted in the instructions.
This tap can be used in conjunction with a water softening system and will remove the need for a separate drinking water tap. In this instance 3-way valve (O)
must cut into the unsoftened cold mains supply.

Stage 1 – Install the Tap:
1. Screw the fixin stud (G) into the base on the tap (A). Note: Fig.1 identifies the water inlets, viewed from the base of the tap.
2. Place the base plinth (B) then the upper seal (C) on to the base of the tap (A).
3. Screw the Cold (J), Hot (I) and filter (Z) tail pipes into the base of the tap.
4. Place the tap (A) centrally and strai ht to the tap hole, passin the fixin stud (G) and tail pipes (J, I & Z) throu h the sink.
5. Pass rubber horseshoe (E) then the metal horseshoe (F) over the fixin stud (G). Note: Only if the tap is to be fitted to a stainless steel sink then the
white triangular plate (D) can be fitted where shown to improve the stability of the tap.
6. Usin a spanner ti hten fixin nut (H) onto the fixin stud (G), a box spanner or small basin wrench will help if one is available.
7. Screw adaptor (X) to Filter tail pipe (Z) ensurin fiber washer (Y) is placed inside first (see drawin ). Note: We advise using PTFE tape on threaded section
of adaptor (X) to make a good seal.
8. Screw the pushfit fittin (W) into the adaptor nut (X). Note: We recommend using PTFE tape (do not use sealing compound) on the thread of the pushfit
fittings to make a good seal without applying excessive force (which may damage the plastic pushfit if overtightened).
9. Attach the hot water tail pipe (I) to the water supply.
10. Attach the 3-way valve (O) to the cold water feed pipe usin compression nut (M) and olive (L).
11. Attach the 3-way valve (O) to the cold water inlet pipe (J) usin a short len th of 15mm pipe, compression nut and olive (not supplied).
Stage 2 – Install the Filter:
1. Locate a convenient position to install the filter (S & R). Leave some room underneath the filter unit (R) to allow it to be changed.
2. Screw the filter bracket (U) to the cupboard wall usin screws (T).
3. Screw bracket (U) to the filter head (S) usin screws (V). Note: The direction of flow is marked on the fliter head and must be respected.
4. Write the date of installation onto the label on the filter cartrid e (R).
5. Insert the filter cartrid e (R) into the filter head (S). Ali n the tabs at the top of the filter cartrid e (R) with the aps in the base of filter head (S), push the
filter cartrid e (R) up into the filter head (S) then turn the filter cartrid e (R) approximately 90 to lock it into place.
6. Screw the pushfit adaptor (P) onto 3 way valve (O).
7. Cut the blue flexible pipe (Q) so it is sli htly lon er than the required len ths to and from the filter unit. When cuttin the pipe use a sharp Stanley or craft
knife, ensurin that the pipe is cut cleanly and square at all ends.
8. Firmly push the blue pipe (Q) apx. 12mm into the pushfit adaptor (P) then into the inlet on the filter head (S) as shown.
9. Firmly push the blue pipe (Q) apx. 12mm into the pushfit fittin (W) then into the outlet on the filter head (S) as shown.
After Installation:
Once you have visually checked the new fittin s and connections, ensure that all taps and drains are closed except the new product which should be left open. Turn
on (reconnect) the water supplies, check carefully for leaks around the installation and product function. Once you are sure of no leaks, close the new product and
recheck for leaks, turn on the water heatin power.
Stage 3 – Adjust the Filter Flow Rate:
Turn your filter tap on by turnin the left handle so filtered water runs throu h the
tap. Note: when the filter is new it will take a moment to push any air thou h the
system, you may notice some discoloration in the water at this point, this is normal
and will pass with flushin .
The filtered drinkin water system performs at a maximum of 2-3 L / min. Turn the
mixertap fully on to filtered water, now turn the lever on the three way valve (O) to
adjust the flow of filtered water to the correct level. Use a kitchen measurin ju
and a stopwatch to approximate the flow rate, when the filter is exchan ed you
should readjust the flow rate afterwards.
Clean and dry the product of any marks from installation then cover the product
with the ba provided to protect it until use.
Using your Tap:
For best results when usin the filtered water always run the tap for a few moments. Runnin the tap will help to flush the system throu h and
make the water cooler for drinkin , if the filter has been unused for a while flush the filter for a lon er period before use. When comparin the
taste of filtered and unfiltered water always taste the filtered water first.
The triple sta e filter is desi ned to improve the taste, clarity and odour of drinkin water, the filter also reduces sediment, the level of chemical
impurities and lime scale build up on kettles and cookware.
Each filter cartridge has a maximum six-month life depending upon your water uality and regardless of usage fre uency for reasons of
hygiene.
Abode operate a free replacement filter reminder service, If you would like to take advantage of this service please fill in and return the
enclosed card or register your a uifier product on online at www.abodedesigns.co.uk
Replacement filters are available directly from www.abode-shop.co.uk or by calling ([phone]. Please note that use of non- enuine
abode consumables will void your warranty.

Key: Description: Qty.
A
Tap body
1
B
Base plinth
1
C
U
pper seal
1
D White triangular plate 1
E
Rubber horseshoe
1
F
Metal horseshoe
1
G
f
ixing stud
1
H
Fixing nut
1
H
Fibre seal
1
I
ot water t
ail
p
ip
e
1
J
Cold water tail pipe
1
I
Adaptor nut
1
J
Cold water tail pipe
1
K
Non
-
return valve (pre
-
fitted)
1
L
C
ompression olive
2
M
Compression nut
2
N
Cold feed
0
O
3
-
way valve
1
P
3
-
way pushfit adaptor
1
Q
Blue
flex
i
bl
e pipe
1
R
Filter cartridge
1
Filter head
1
T
Bracket mounting screws
2
U
Filter head bracket
1
V
Filter
head screws
4
W
Pushfit connector
1
X
Adaptor nut
1
Y
Fibre washer
1
Z
Filter inlet tail pipe
1
Fig.1

⚠ Correct use of Flexible Hose Connectors
If this product is supplied with flexible hose connections for ease of installation you must observe the conditions below,
failure to observe these standard installation uidelines will invalidate the warranty for your product.
Always
s
crew the
flexi hoses
into
the
product only by hand, until feelin
mechanical rest, a spanner must not
be used on the product end of the
connecting hose.
Always use the pipes provided and not
an alternative substitute
T
he
braidin on the flexible hose
must
not be in contact with anything else,
for example chemicals, internal or
external room walls or dissimilar
metals or materials or sharp objects.
Never twist or stretch
the
fl
e
xi
ble
hose durin installation.
Do not overtighten the hexa onal end
of the hose connectin to the supply
feeds when usin a spanner causin
the hose to twist.
Hoses
mu
st not be double bent
in
multiple directions kinked or looped.
Observe the minimum bend radius of
50mm.
Before assembling the hose to the
product ensure the hose ferrule has
been crimped (as hi hli hted) on both
ends of the hose after the braided
hose sleeve.
Both ends
of the hose must have a
minimum 50mm straight section
before any bend.
Important Technical Data
Minimum
cold
operating pressure
:
1.0
bar
Minimum hot operating pressure: 1.0 bar
Maximum operating pressure: 5.5 bar*
Flow characteristics: Sin le flow (hot and cold) with separated channel for filtered cold water
Maximum hot water temperature: 60°C*
Recommended hot water temperature: 46°C
*
If these temperatures or pressures are ex
ceeded, even for short periods, dama e can result
and
will void
your
warranty
.
In these instances, reduce the incomin water temperature and or install a pressure reducin valve. Ensure that your Abode product is fitted in accordance with
Local Water Byelaws or re ulations by a qualified installer.
This product must be connected to a microbiologically safe municipally treated potable water supply, the filter supplied is not desi ned for any other purpose.
These installation uidelines have been prepared for your direction and you must exercise due care at all times. We do not accept responsibility for problems that
may occur throu h improper installation. Whilst installin the product take care not to accidentally loosen any screwed assemblies.
Manufacturers Product Reference: AT2173-6 ©Abode - 9/2020
Unit L, Zenith Park, Whaley Road, Barnsley, S75 1HT
Tel: [phone] or www.abodedesi ns.co.uk
All errors and omissions excepted.
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