Bluewater SPIRIT User manual

SPIRIT
Water purifier
Document No 822901692 Revision BB1522
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Complete User Manual

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Contents
INTRODUCTION...................................................................................................................................................03
About this manual ..............................................................................................................................................................03
Limited warranty ..................................................................................................................................................................03
Environment information................................................................................................................................................03
Disposal .....................................................................................................................................................................................03
Safety instructions .............................................................................................................................................................03
Safety information ............................................................................................................................................................. 04
PRODUCT OVERVIEW.................................................................................................................................... 05
Spirit outside ......................................................................................................................................................................... 05
Spirit inside............................................................................................................................................................................. 06
Move the water purifier .................................................................................................................................................. 06
SYSTEM OVERVIEW.........................................................................................................................................07
System description ............................................................................................................................................................07
Intended use..........................................................................................................................................................................07
Water production................................................................................................................................................................ 08
Leak protection system.................................................................................................................................................. 08
INSTALLATION .................................................................................................................................................... 09
Before installation.............................................................................................................................................................. 09
Position Spirit..........................................................................................................................................................................10
Install clean water faucet ................................................................................................................................................10
Install feed water connection.........................................................................................................................................11
Install drain water connection........................................................................................................................................11
Connect the water purifier ...............................................................................................................................................11
After installation.................................................................................................................................................................... 12
MAINTENANCE.....................................................................................................................................................13
Each month.............................................................................................................................................................................. 13
Each 4-6 months..................................................................................................................................................................14
Each year................................................................................................................................................................................... 17
Other............................................................................................................................................................................................. 17
TECHNICAL INFORMATION........................................................................................................................... 21
Technical data ........................................................................................................................................................................ 21
Requirements on feed water to water purifier.................................................................................................. 21
TROUBLESHOOTING.......................................................................................................................................22

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INTRODUCTION
About this manual
This manual contains complete user instructions for the Spirit. It gives you the necessary instructions
to safely install, operate, do maintenance and do troubleshooting on the device.
Original language
The original language of this instruction is English, all other languages are translations of the original
instruction.
Printing options
This manual is made to be printed as a double sided A4 or A5 booklet.
Limited warranty
Refer to www.bluewatergroup.com for more information on Limited warranty.
Environment information
80% of the the water purifier components and its packaging have a label to help you recycle and discard
it correctly. The water purifier is more efficient when it cleans water for longer periods. Example: do not fill
a glass with water. Fill a jug instead.
Disposal
At the end of the water purifier’s life, disconnect the plug from the electrical supply and cut the cable
at the point where it enters the appliance. Make sure that children do not play with the left-over cable.
Contact your local authority for information about where the water purifier can be left, or contact your
dealer.
Appliances bearing this symbol must be deposited at the designated local reception point
for the disposal of electrical and electronic equipment. This product may not be disposed
of using the normal household refuse collection processes.
Safety instructions
Before you install or operate the device, you must read the safety information. Obey the instructions
in this manual to prevent injuries or damage to the equipment. This manual contains CAUTIONS and
NOTICES that are applicable for the safe operation of the device.
A CAUTION identifies conditions that can cause injury or, damage to the
equipment. Obey the instructions and do not continue until all conditions
are accepted and engaged.
A Note identifies important information for a trouble free and optimal use of
the water purifier.

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Safety information
Install the water purifier in accordance with local regulations. If you
are not sure, contact a Bluewater dealer for aid. Bluewater has no
responsibility for installation of the water purifier.
Do not drink the water when the service light shows that it is not clean.
Store water in vessels that are resistant to corrosion.
This appliance can be used by children who are more than 8 years old.
It can also be used by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge, if they have been given
supervision or instruction about the use of the appliance in a safe way
and understand the hazards involved.
Children shall nor play with the appliance. Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
Do not repair or modify parts of the water purifier. This can make it
operate incorrectly, and lead to injury and damage not covered by the
warranty.
Only approved Bluewater staff can do servicing and repairs on the
water purifier. Only use original replacement cartridges and parts from
Bluewater.
The water to be cleaned must obey the requirements in ”Technical
information”. Check the cleaned water when the water purifier is installed
if the water does not obey these requirements. Test the water one time
every year. If the water is not clean, do not drink it. Contact a Bluewater
dealer.
Installation must comply with applicable local plumbing codes and
regulations.
Only connect the water purifier to one clean water faucet supplied by
Bluewater. Do not connect it to other pipes, tanks or dishwashers.
Do not put or keep objects on top of the water purifier.
Do not put the water purifier in water.
Connect the water purifier to an earthed electrical supply. Use a plug
that is easy to access after installation. Only an approved electrician
must do permanent wiring on the system. A safety switch must be
installed on the system. Incorrect installation can lead to damage, or
make the water purifier dangerous to use.
Do not use the power cord if there are visible signs of damage on it. If
the power cord is damaged, a qualified electrician must replace it in order
to prevent danger.
If the water purifier is disconnected from water and electricity for more than
a week, store it as described in Complete User manual “Storage”.

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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Model Spirit 300 Electronically controlled
Spirit 300Cp Pressure controlled
Spirit outside
Figure 1.
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Spirit outside
Pos Description Pos Description
1 Control panel 6 Power cord
2 On light 7 Electrical connection for faucet (Spirit 300)
3 Filter light 8 Feed water connection with grid filter
4 Service light 9 Drain water hose
5 Front cover 10 Clean water connection
Control panel
Figure 2.
Spirit 300
1
2
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Control panel
Pos Light Description
1 ON The water purifier is connected and operates correctly.
2 Filter light Flashes The water purifier operates. The filter must be replaced.
On The water purifier has stopped. The filter must be replaced.
3 Service light Flashes Decreased water quality.
On The water purifier has stopped, the water quality has decreased.
4 Faucet lights
Spirit 300
Spirit 300Cp N/A
Green Shows good water quality (this can take up to 120 seconds).
Yellow Flashes: Something is wrong. Look at the control panel.
Yellow On: The water purifier has stopped, the water quality has decreased.

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Spirit inside
Figure 3.
3
2
1
Spirit inside
Pos Description Pos Description
1 Base plate 3 Reverse osmosis membrane
2 Prefilter (Granulated Active Carbon (GAC))
Data plate
The data plate is located behind the filter.
Figure 4. Data plate
Move the water purifier
Always transport the water purifier upright.
Install according to “Installation” on page 09.
Put the water purifier into storage if it will not be used for four months or
more, or if it is to be disconnected from the water and electricity for some
days, see “Put into storage” on page 19.
Figure 5. Move the water purifier

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SYSTEM OVERVIEW
System description
Figure 6.
6
7
8
5
Spirit 300CpSpirit 300
4
3
2
1
System overview
Pos Description Pos Description
1 Water purifier 5 Bracket for drain water hose
2 Power cord 6 Clean water faucet
3 Feed water hose 7 Clean water hose
4 Drain water hose 8 Faucet electrical connection (Spirit 300)
Intended use
The water purifier is intended to produce purified water. Do not use it for any other purpose. Any use
beside indoor home environment and for purposes other than purifying water for household use is
considered as unintended use and will automatically void your warranty.
The electronically controlled Spirit 300 is intended to produce the quantity of water that is normally
required for cooking and drinking in a household. The pressure controlled Spirit 300Cp can be
connected to other devices such as dishwashers.

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Water production
Figure 7.
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Water production on/off
Automatic flush
An automatic flush will be performed if one of the conditions below are fulfilled:
Figure 8.
1
2
3
+30 s
6 h
20 s +10 s = 60 s
15 min
300Cp 2.5 min
300 4.5 min
Automatic flushing
Pos Description
1 Flush after drawing water. Production cycles shorter than 60 seconds are added together, and flush takes
place when total drawing time exceeds 60 seconds.
2 Flush after maximum operation time 15 minutes. Next production cycle can be started immediately after
completed flush..
3 Water purifier in standby mode. Spirit is connected to water and power and It is more than 6 hours since the
last flush.
Leak protection system
A sensor at the bottom of the water purifier senses water leaks. If there is a leak, the feed water supply
is stopped. The water purifier cannot be started again until the leak has been repaired.

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INSTALLATION
Install the water purifier in accordance with local regulations. If you
are not sure, contact a Bluewater dealer for aid. Bluewater has no
responsibility for installation of the water purifier.
Install the water purifier in a vertical position on a horizontal surface.
Make sure that hoses and cables can move freely when the purifier is
moved.
Only connect the water purifier (only Spirit 300) to one clean water
faucet supplied by Bluewater. Do not connect it to other pipes, tanks or
dishwashers.
Plumbing must be done by an approved plumber. Obey local rules for
plumbing and sanitation if you do work yourself.
Use the hose set that is supplied with the water purifier. Do not use used
hose sets again.
Before installation
Unpack Spirit
Hold the rear handgrip and the plastic bag to lift Spirit. To hold in other
places when Spirit is lifted can cause damage to Spirit.
Warning! Discard the packing material. It can cause injury to children if
they play with it.
Make sure that Spirit shows no signs of damage, and that no accessories
are missing. Tell the Bluewater dealer about missing parts, damage and
other problems. Tell the transport company immediately if Spirit is damaged
during transport.
Figure 9. Remove the plugs

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Position Spirit
Put Spirit in a vertical position on a horizontal surface below the kitchen
sink. Make sure that the surface can support Spirit
Position Spirit near the cold water supply, the drain and an earthed electrical supply.
• Make sure that it is easy to see the control panel.
• Make sure that the front cover can be opened to get access to the prefilter.
• Hoses and cables can go in all directions from the connection point. Make sure that nothing can crush them or
cause damage to them.
Figure 10.
C
ABD
D
DD
Position Spirit under the kitchen sink
Pos Description Pos Description
A 460 mm C 482 mm
B 190 mm D min. 20 mm
Install clean water faucet
Figure 11.
Ø
C
A
A
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Ø
3-5 mm
Max B
II
I
2
44
5
5
6
61
3
Install clean water faucet
Measurement Quarterturn Electrical
A The measurement A is found in the specification that comes with the clean water faucet.
B 35 mm 40 mm
C 16 mm 20 mm

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Install feed water connection
The water purifier is connected to cold water (2 - 40 °C) via the feed water hose.
Figure 12.
1/2” - 3/4”
21 3
Install feed water connection
Install drain water connection
The flushed water goes through the drain water hose to the drain water
outlet. This hose can be a maximum of four meters long. The minimum
internal diameter is 13 mm.
Figure 13.
min 50 mm
×1 ×2
1 2
Install drain water connection
Connect the water purifier
Do not connect the clean water hose to equipment before Spirit has
been flushed.
Spirit 300
19
mm
2 31
Figure 14.
65 74
19
mm
Connect the water purifier

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After installation
When Spirit is installed, and after each maintenance, the following
procedures must be perfomed before operation.
Flush Spirit
Do not drink the water when the water purifier flushes. It is not safe to
use.
The water purifier should always be flushed:
• when it is new and has not been used,
• when it is installed again after storage/freeze protection
• when it has been cleaned
• when the membrane has been replaced.
1 32
14-16 s
4 65 6 7
Spirit 300
Open the clean water valve immediately when the service button is
released. If not, the Spirit can be damaged.
Figure 15.
25-30
min
8 9 10 11
Spirit 300
Flush Spirit
Do a check for leaks
See “Do a check for leaks” on page 13.

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MAINTENANCE
After each maintenance, all procedures in chapter “After installation” on
page 12, must be perfomed before operation.
Regular maintenance is important for correct function and long
term operation. Only educated and approved personnel can do the
maintenance.
The water quality controls the maintenance frequency. If the feed water
contains high levels of suspended solids, more frequent maintenance can
be necessary.
Each month
Do a check for leaks
The tubing connections must be tight!
Figure 16.
12 3
×4
Check for leaks
Repair leaks
1 32
Figure 17.
4 5 6
min
10mm
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Repair leaks

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Wipe off condensation from base plate
Figure 18. Wipe off condensation from base plate
Each 4-6 months
Descale
The descaling product is harmful. Keep it where children cannot get it.
Clean your hands when you have used it.
Frequency depending on water quality and usage!
To extend the water purifier lifetime: Descale Spirit with 6 month intervals
or when the flow is decreased.
If Spirit has been descaled and the filters have been replaced, but the
water flow cannot be restored, contact your Bluewater dealer.
The descale takes approximately 10 hours. Do not use the water purifier
during this time. Order the descaling product from Bluewater
5-7 s
21 3 4
7 dl
20-25°C
~100g
5 7 986

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20 s
1311 1210
10 h
14 16 1715
Figure 19.
21
22
1918 20
Descale

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Replace prefilter
Always flush the water purifier after the prefilter is replaced. See “Flush
Spirit” on page 12.
If the filter is replaced before the fillter light shows that it is necessary,
reset Spirit as given in step 14. The filter light will go on and then go out
when Spirit is started.
5-7 s
21 3 4
5 7 86
910 11 12
Figure 20.
2-4 s
14 1513
Replace prefilter

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Each year
Test the water
An approved lab must do a test of the water that is cleaned by Spirit one
time each year, if the feed water has been classed as unfit.
Other
Clean the grid filter
The grid filter in the feed water connection catches larger particles. If the
flow is decreased or if Spirit makes a noise, the grid filter can be blocked.
21 3
654 7
10
8 9
Figure 21. Clean the grid filter

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Use disinfectant to clean the system
Disinfectant is harmful! Always flush the water purifier after disinfectant
is used. See “Flush Spirit” on page 12.
5-7 s
21 3 4
7 dl
20-25°C
0.25 dl
(NaClO
3.5%)
5 7 86
30 s
1210 11
9
30 min
13 15 1614
Figure 22.
20 21
1817 19
Use desinfectant to clean the system

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Put into storage
Put the water purifier into storage if it will not be used for four months or
more, or if it is to be disconnected from the water and electricity for some
days.
21 3 4
5 7 86
2L + 2L
1210 11
9
0%
13 1514
Figure 23.
-30°C
Spirit 300
1716 18
Put into storage

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Reinstall after storage
Preserving agent is harmful! Always flush the water purifier after storage.
See “Flush Spirit” on page 12.
+5°C
21 3
48 h
4
5 7 86 9
Spirit 300
19
mm
10 11 12
Figure 24.
13 14 15 1716
Reinstall after storage