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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE ENTERING THE SHOWER
1. Remove existing shower head from shower arm (pipe) by unscrewing it
counterclockwise (do not unscrew shower arm).
2. Install shower filter by turning clockwise onto the shower arm.*
3. Attach diverter valve by turning clockwise onto the front of the shower filter.*
4. Install the shower head by turning clockwise onto other side of the diverter valve.*
5. Attach the bracket by turning clockwise onto the other side of the diverter valve.*
6. Attach one side of the hose by turning clockwise onto the other side of the
bracket.*
7. Attach the other side of the hose by turning clockwise onto the handheld
shower head.*
8. Attach shower head by turning clockwise.
9. If leaks appear, tighten or reinstall.
1. Activate filter by turning the shower water to “full-hot” for 3-5 minutes to flush
media fines from shower filter. Loose media fines in a new cartridge are normal
and will be flushed. This could require additional flushings.
2. Cool to the desired temperature before entering shower.
*DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN OR
CROSS THREAD
*Thread seal tape may be required.
OPERATING SPECIFICATIONS:
Pressure Range: 30-60 psi (2.1-4.1 bar)
Temperate Range: 40-110°F (4.4-43.3°C)
Optimum Service Flow: 2-4 gpm
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WHEN AND HOW TO CHANGE YOUR CARTRIDGE
CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT
1. Unscrew the shower filter from the shower arm. It may not be necessary to
unscrew the complete assembly from the shower arm (Fig 1).
2. Remove the old cartridge and replace with a new cartridge.
3. Make sure both O-rings are properly seated in the O-ring grooves. Apply a small
amount of lubricant, such as any non-petroleum oil (do not use coconut oil), to
each O-ring (Fig 2).
4. Screw the housing back together (Fig 3).
5. Run hot water for 2-3 minutes to flush media fines from shower filter. Loose media
fines in a new cartridge are normal will be flushed out when in use.
MAINTENANCE / CAUTION
Caution: Protect disc from freezing temperatures. If freezing temperatures exist, drain unit
and set wet replacement disk aside to dry. Protect disk from direct sunlight. Not intended for
outdoor use.
• Do not use non-Crystal Quest®replacement cartridges.
• Do not use non-Crystal Quest®parts or modify/tamper with unit.
Note: O-rings may need to be cleaned and lubricated periodically with any non-petroleum oil
(do not use coconut oil).
PROBLEMS / SOLUTIONS
1. Leaking around threaded connections: Apply thread seal tape to threads
2. Leaking between two housing halves: Check that O-rings are properly seated in
grooves and that housing halves are snuggly threaded together. Clean any media fines.
3. Poor water flow or chlorine odor returns: Replace filter cartridge
BACK FLUSHING
1. Unscrew the filter housing.
2. The cartridge can be used inversely. Simply remove the cartridge and reverse it by
turning it around.
3. Reassemble the housing as per the instructions.
4. Use as normal.
WHEN TO CHANGE FILTER
Cartridge life (approximate) is 6-12 months.
Cartridge life is directly related to your water
conditions and volume of water filtered. Local
water conditions may require more frequent
replacement.