EcoWater EWS-EU500/230 User manual

Rev.08/10
OWNERS MANUAL
MODEL EWS-EU500/230
MODEL EWS-EU800/230
MODEL EWS-EU800/230 pictured
EcoWater
Countertop Water Purifier
:Eliminates the inconvenience and expense of buying bottled water. No more
trips to the store or heavy bottles to carry home. The EcoWater Water Purifier
lets you bottle your own water at a fraction of the cost.
:With the EcoWater Water Purifier you will produce sparkling clean, great tast-
ingwater...ideal for drinking, coffee, tea, juices, vegetables, soups, sauces,
stews, sorbets, frozen desserts and baby formulas.
:Increases the life of water using appliances such as coffee makers, steam
irons and humidifiers preventing mineral build-up. Also eliminates the white
dust residue when used in humidifiers.
:Works great around the house on special jobs like watering plants, cleaning
contact lenses, photo processing and filling batteries.
:Can be used in dental or doctors offices, veterinary surgeries and laboratories.
EcoWater Systems Europe, NV
Geelseweg 30A
B-2250 Olen
Belgium
EcoWater Systems
Mill Road, Stokenchurch
Bucks HP14 3TP
England

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LIMITED WARRANTY
FULL TWO YEAR WARRANTY ON WATER PURIFIER
(except carbon filter & kettle lid seal)
For two years from the date of purchase, EcoWater Systems will replace this Water Purifier (except
carbon filter & kettle lid seal) free of charge, if defective in material or workmanship.
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WARNING - RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION OF YOUR WATER PURIFIER
` Before using your purifier, read these rules and
instructions carefully.
` This Purifier is recommended for use on potable wa-
ter supplies only. DO NOT attempt to purify and make
safe drinking water from non-potable (not for drinking)
water sources.DONOTuseforanythingotherthanpu-
rifying water.
` DO NOT use for cooking, heating, humidifying, or
any other purposes except distilling water.
` Useyour Purifier indoorson adry,level surface,
away from other heat sources.
` DO NOT use the Purifier if damaged, or if the electri-
cal cord is defective or wet.
` Plug the Purifier into a 220, 230or 240volt AC house
electrical outlet only.
` DO NOT operate the Purifier nearby a surface edge
where it could tip, fall, be accidently bumped, or pulled
over the edge by small children.
` DO NOT operate in a moving vehicle.
` Use in a well ventilated area. Provide clearance be-
tween the purifier and walls and the cabinets above.
` DO NOT move the Purifier while it is operating or
cooling.
` DO NOT FILLABOVE THE MAX FILLLINE for good
quality product water, and to prevent overflow of the
storage bottle.
` NEVER REMOVE THE COVER WHILE THE PU-
RIFIERISONORIFTHEFANISRUNNING.Allowthe
Purifier to cool at least 30 minutes after acycle is over.
Boiling water or steam will cause severe burns.
` KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. .... HOT, BOILING wa-
ter and steam in the Purifier will scald if spilled on
skin.
` Theheatingelement is in thebase of the Purifier and,
although insulated, the bottom does get hot during use.
Do not touch the bottom, and be sure to seton asur-
face able to withstand this heat.
` DO NOThangtheelectricalcordovertheedgeofthe
counter, pinch in a drawer, lay on a burner or other hot
surface.
` Unplug the Purifier electrical cord fromthe walloutlet
when cleaning base unit.
` DO NOT immerse any part of the Purifier in water.
` To clean the outside of the Purifier, wipewith a damp
cloth. Rinse boiling chamber after every use. Use Dis-
tiller Cleaner only on the inside of the boiling chamber,
when needed.
` DO NOT plug steam vent on top of kettle cover.
` DO NOT operate purifier without first adding water.
` Donotusewithwater that is microbiologically unsafe
or of unknown quality without adequate disinfectionbe-
fore or after the system. Systems certified for cyst re-
ductionmay beusedondisinfectedwaterthatmaycon-
tain filterable cysts.
A. A short power supply cord is provided to reduce
the risk of becoming entangled in, or tripping over
a longer cord.
B. An extension cord may be used if care is exer-
cised in its use.
C.Ifanextensioncordisused,(1)themarkedelec-
trical rating must be at least as great as the electri-
cal rating of the appliance, (2) the longer cord
should be arranged so it will not drape over the
counter or table top where it can be pulled on by
children, or tripped over unintentionally.
D.This appliancehas adetachablepowercord. To
reducetorisk of electricalshock, use only thepow-
er cord supplied with the water purifier. Do not
modify the power cord in any way.
The physiological effects of the operation of this appliance, beneficial or otherwise, have not been investigated by
Underwriters Laboratories Inc. See Product Data Sheet for test data obtained from an independent laboratory.

HOW YOUR PURIFIER WORKS
The Purifier distils and turns ordinary tap water
into clean, clear purified water. Uses for purified
water include drinking, cooking, ice cubes, salt-
restricted diets, baby formulas, steam irons, photo
processing, cleaning contact lenses, autoclave,
ulstrasonic baths, dental chair-side water bottles
and rinsing instruments prior to sterilisation.
By heating water to boiling, the water is changed
to steam, which rises. As the steam cools and
turns back into water, it is collected in the carafe.
Impurities are left behind in the kettle.
Purified water will remain fresher-tasting if it is
kept tightly capped. Also shaking the carafe
before pouring will aerate the water and make it
taste better.
Order extra carafes from the outlet where you
purchased your water purifier (see page 7) so you
can chill one bottle of purified water while you
make more.
STOPPING UNIT DURING OPERATION (MODEL EWS-EU500/230)
1. Remove kettle. 2. Unplug unit from outlet
ELECTRONICS (MODEL EWS-EU800/230)
Control Buttons
From left to right the control buttons are
‘START/STOP’, ‘HOUR’, ‘MINUTE’, and ‘DELAY’.
Time Setting
When the time is blinking in the display window
indicates that the supply voltage has been
interrupted. The time will continue to run but will
only appear continuously in the display window
after resetting.
Setting the time display:
Hours:
To move the hours upwards by one hour: press
the ‘HOUR’ button quickly once. To fast forward
the time: press for at least one second. After
completion the time display will blink for another 3
seconds before the time is finally set.
Minutes:
To move the minutes upwards by one minute:
press the ‘MINUTE’ button quickly once. To fast
forward the time: press for at least one second.
After completion the time display will blink for
another 3 seconds before the time is finally set.
12-24 Hour Mode
Pressing the ‘HOUR’ and ‘MINUTE’ buttons
simultaneously for 5 seconds enables change
over from 12 hour mode to 24 hour mode (or from
24 hour mode to 12 hour mode). Further change-
overs are only possible after 5 seconds (and only
when the ‘HOUR’ and ‘MINUTE’ buttons are
pressed as described above). In the 12 hour
mode the display shows AM or PM.
Setting the Delay Function/Checking Delay
Status:
The Delay Function allows the purifier to be
programmed to start at a later time, if needed.
Setting:
Press the ‘DELAY’ button once. The Delay Start
Time and ‘DELAY’ symbol appear in the display
window. The ‘Delay Start Time’ can be changed
as follows:
Hours: Press the ‘HOUR’ button once, after
which the hour figure blinks for 3 seconds in the
display window. During these 3 seconds the
hours can be forwarded by one hour by pressing
the hour button once. By continuous pressing of
the button, the time can be fast-forwarded.
Minutes: Press the ‘MINUTE’ button once, after
which the minutes figure blinks for 3 seconds in
the display window. During these 3 seconds the
minutes can be forwarded by one minute by
pressing the minute button once. By continuous
pressing of the button, the time can be fast-
forwarded.
If the time is correctly set, after 3 seconds the
time reappears with the ‘DELAY’ symbol in the
display. The ‘DELAY’ symbol indicates that the
delay time function is activated. To deactivate the
delay time function, press the ‘DELAY’ button
twice within a period of 3 seconds, or press the
‘DELAY’ button once while in the delay mode.
After completion, the ‘DELAY’ symbol will not
appear next to the time in the display window.
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ELECTRONICS (MODEL EWS-EU800/230)
continued from page 3
Check Delay Time Status:
Press the ‘DELAY’ button once. The Delay Start
Time appears in the display window with ‘DELAY’
in the display. After 3 seconds the current time
reappears.
Switching the Purifier On/Off:
To turn the Purifier on or off, press the ‘ON/OFF’
button. When turning the Purifier on, the ‘ON’
symbol appears in the display window and the
Red Indicator Light appears. After turning the
Purifier off, the Red Indicator Light turns off.
Carafe Indicator:
If the carafe is not in the correct position, the Red
Indicator Light blinks and ‘CARAFE’ blinks in the
display window for 90 seconds. Then the unit will
shut off. If the carafe is removed from the base
unit during operation, ‘CARAFE’ indicator will
appear in the display for 90 seconds. At 90
seconds the unit will shut off. To restart, place
the carafe in position and press ‘START’.
Kettle Indicator:
If the kettle is removed during a cycle, the unit will
shut off immediately. The red indicator light will
blink continuously if kettle is not correctly
positioned.
The Carbon Filter Indicator shows four status
bars to indicate filter life. Four bars indicate a
new filter and zero bars indicate the filter needs to
be changed. In addition to the bars a ‘FILTER’
indicator (not the bars) will flash in the display
when the filter needs to be changed. To reset the
Filter Status Bars to new filter status, press and
hold the delay button for 7 seconds.
BEFORE USING WATER FROM YOUR WATER PURIFER FOR THE FIRST TIME
Although care is taken so your Purifier, kettle and
carafe are clean, some harmless matter may
remain from manufacturing, packaging, or
shipping. This could leave an unwanted taste or
odour in the purified water the first time you use it.
To remove any taste or odour causing matter, do
the following:
1. Set the Purifier on your counter or tabletop.
2. Remove kettle from its receptacle.
3. Remove kettle cover twisting counter
clockwise, then lift.
4. Wash inside of kettle with soap and water
then rinse and fill to the ‘MAX’ line. Ensure
the electrical contacts remain dry at all times*.
5. Replace the cover onto the kettle. Twist
clockwise to lock. Plug the kettle into the
base receptacle.
6. Wash carafe and lid with soap and water and
then rinse.
7. The carbon filter is packed in a separate
plastic bag. The filter is only used if you
intend to drink the water and must not be
used for water used in an autoclave, chairside
water bottle, ultrasonic bath and for rinsing.
Remove the cover of the carbon filter housing
located inside the carafe lid. Remove carbon
filter from bag and place into housing.
Replace cover on housing, and replace lid on
carafe (see view on page 6)
8. IMPORTANT: Before using the carbon filter
rinse the filter under purified water for 30
seconds, so that it is wet on all surfaces. If
the filter ever dries out as result of not using
the purifier, remove it and rinse it to re-wet it
down.
9. Place the carafe on the base unit, and plug
the power cord into a wall outlet.
10. For model EWS-EU500/230 press the
‘RESET’ button to turn the Purifier on. Run
one batch of water to the carafe. Unplug the
kettle from the base unit.
11.For model EWS-EU800/230, press the
‘START’ button to turn the Purifier on. Run on
batch of water to the carafe. Press ‘STOP’
button to stop purifier.
*You may want to purchase a trip switch to help
protect the unit. See notes on back page.
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BEFORE USING WATER FROM YOUR WATER PURIFIER FOR THE FIRST TIME
continued from page 4
12. Steam will continue to pass through for a few
minutes. After unit cools, rinse out kettle.
13. Shake the carafe, then discard the first batch
of water which may have some harmless
carbon particles in it from the filter.
MAKING PURIFIED WATER
1. Set the Purifier on your countertop or table.
2. Unplug the kettle from the base (Fig. 1) Twist
the cover counter-clockwise to remove, and
set aside.
3. Rinse and fill the kettle with tap water up to
the MAX fill line. Do not put the kettle under a
running tap as the electrical contacts must
remain dry.
NOTE: You can purify less than the full amount.
Use this chart as a guide. DO NOT fill the kettle
over the MAX fill line because the carafe will
overflow.
WHEN YOU FILL
WITH TAP WATER TO MAX
THE CYCLE TAKES
ABOUT
Model EWS-EU500/230 (3 litres) Cold water tap 5 hours
Hot water tap 4 hours
Model EWS-EU800/230 (3.8 litres) Cold water tap 4 hours
Hot water tap 3 hours
4. Replace the cover on the kettle. Twist cover
clockwise to lock. Plug the kettle into the
base unit. Carry carefully and keep level to
prevent splashing.
5. Set the carafe into place on base unit.
6. Plug the power cord into any 230 volt outlet.
7. Press the reset or start button. The red
indicator light will illuminate.
When the cycle is over the Purifier turns off
automatically. AFTER THE FAN MOTOR GOES
OFF, WAIT AT LEAST 30 MINUTES BEFORE
REMOVING THE COVER.
WARNING: NEVER REMOVE THE COVER
WHILE THE FAN MOTOR IS RUNNING, OR
FOR 30 MINUTES AFTER IT STOPS. YOU
COULD GET SEVERE BURNS FROM THE
BOILING WATER OR STEAM.
8. To pour water from carafe, open spout by
pulling on centre strip in direction of the arrow
indicator near thumb position.
9. Store the carafe filled with product water in
the refrigerator until you need it.
10. After the Purifier has cooled (wait for 30
minutes after the fan motor stops running)
remove the kettle to clean.
CARE AND CLEANING OF YOUR WATER PURIFIER
KETTLE
After each use, rinse the inside with lukewarm tap
water and remove any residue. Clean by wiping
out the inside of the kettle with a damp cloth or
plastic scouring sponge and rinse. If a deposit
starts to form at the bottom, use Water Purifier
cleaner (see page 7). Residue build up on the
bottom of the kettle will prevent the system from
purifying a complete batch of water. Remove the
kettle from base unit. Fill kettle with hot water
and follow the instructions on the cleaner bottle.
Rub with a soft scouring pad and rinse
thoroughly.
CAUTION: DO NOT IMMERSE THE PURFIER
OR KETTLE IN WATER.
CARAFE
Clean with mild dish detergent and soft cloth.
Rinse thoroughly with water.
CLEANING EXTERIOR SURFACES
To keep your Purifier looking new, you should
periodically clean the exterior plastic surfaces
with a soft, damp cloth. DO NOT use any caustic
cleaning solutions, scouring pads or powder
because they will damage the plastic finish.
NOTICE
THERE ARE NO USER SERVICABLE PARTS
INSIDE THE UNIT
CHANGING THE CARBON FILTER
IMPORTANT: The purifier uses a carbon filter in
the carafe cover to remove traces of odours
before the purified water is collected in the carafe.
The filters last about 2-3 months. A return of
unwanted odour means the filter should be
replaced. Order replacement carbon filter from
the outlet where you purchased your purifier (see
page 7).
continued, page 6.
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CARE AND CLEANING OF YOUR WATER PURIFIER
continued from page 5.
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TO REPLACE CARBON FILTER (unit may be
operated with or without the carbon filter). The
carbon filter is a final ‘polishing’ filter for the water
purifier. Omit carbon filter if purified water is to be
used in an autoclave.
1. Remove the lid from the carafe.
2. Remove the carbon compartment cover by
pulling on tabs.
3. Remove the used carbon filter and discard.
Do not reuse carbon filter.
4. Rinse the inside of the carbon compartment
with water.
5. Remove carbon filter from plastic bag and
rinse under purified water for 30 seconds, so
that it is wet on all surfaces.
6. Put new carbon filter in carbon compartment.
Be sure carbon is evenly distributed within
pouch.
7. Replace carafe onto the base unit.
8. On model EWS-EU800/230, be sure to reset
the ‘Filter Status Bar’ by pressing and holding
the delay button for 7 seconds.
9. The next time you make purified water,
discard the first batch of water which may
have small, harmless carbon fines in it.
NOTE: The physiological effects of the operation of this appliance, beneficial or otherwise, have not been
investigated by Underwriters Laboratories. See Product Data Sheet for test data obtained from an
independent laboratory.
TROUBLE SHOOTING CHECK LIST
NOT MAKING ANY
PURIFIED WATER
NOT MAKING ENOUGH
PURIFIED WATER
EACH BATCH
FLASHING INDICATOR WATER LEAKS
1. Purifier power cord
not plugged into
electrical outlet.
1. Did not fill tank with
water to the max. fill line.
1. Carafe flashing in
display indicates carafe
is not in position.*
1. Water receptacle in
carafe cover is not open
2. No power to
electrical outlet
2. Carafe is not in
correct position.
2. Flashing red
indicator light indicates
kettle is not in position.*
2. Carafe cover is not in
place.
3. Kettle not plugged
into base unit.
3. Kettle cover is not
locked into position.
3. Filter flashing in
display indicates filter
needs changing.*
3. Carafe is not in
place.
4. Did not press reset
or start button to start
cycle.
4. Kettle bottom has
residue build up.
4. If kettle is in position
then heating element
may have failed.*
4. Kettle seal is split or
damaged. Will require
replacement.
5. Did not fill the kettle
with tap water.
5. Unit is not on a level
surface.
6. Carafe is not in
place.
*Model EWS-EU800/230 only

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Model EWS-EU500/230
Rating: 220 VAC / 50 Hz / 470 W
230 VAC / 50 Hz / 500 W
240 VAC / 50 Hz / 570 W
Filling Volume: 3 liters (.8 gallon-US)
Production Capacity: .6 liter/hour (.16 gallon-US/hour), 15 liters/day
Dimensions: 390mm width X 330mm height X 266mm depth
Weight: 5 kilograms (11 pounds)
Model EWS-EU800/230
Rating: 220 VAC / 50 Hz / 740 W
230 VAC / 50 Hz / 800 W
240 VAC / 50 Hz / 890 W
Filling Volume: 3.8 liters (1 gallon-US)
Production Capacity: 1 liter/hour (.25 gallon-US/hour), 23 liters/day
Dimensions: 370mm width X 381mm height X 266mm depth
Weight: 6 kilograms (13 pounds)
These products conform to ANSI/NSF 62 for the specific performance
claims as verified and substantiated by test data.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER
33 litre Replacement Carafe (Opaque)
for use with model EWS-EU500/230 7242823
4 litre Replacement Carafe (Clear)
for use with model EWS-EU800/230 7242831
Carbon Filter Replacement 7242784
Water Purifier Cleaner 6550005
Kettle Gasket 7251521
For replacement items contact the outlet where you purchased your water purifier.

IMPORTANT NOTICE
PLEASE READ BEFORE USING YOUR PURIFIER
ELECTRICAL CONTACTS MUST REMAIN DRY AT ALL TIMES.
IT IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED THAT THE KETTLE IS NEVER
PLACED DIRECTLY UNDER FLOWING WATER. FILL USING JUG OR
SIMILAR CONTAINER. (DO NOT USE THE CARAFE AS THIS WILL
CAUSE CONTAMINATION.)
THE KETTLE MUST REGULARLY BE CLEANED USING ECOWATER
PURIFIER CLEANER (SEE PAGE 7) TO PREVENT LIMSECALE BUILD
UP. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY.
WHEN USING THIS DEVICE IN A DENTAL SURGERY, VETERNINARY
SURGERY, DOCTORS SURGERY, CHIROPODY SURGERY,
LABORATORY, TATTO STUDIO ETC AND THE WATER IS TO BE USED
IN AN AUTOCLAVE, CHAIRSIDE WATER BOTTLE, ULTRASONIC BATH
AND FOR RINSING, THEN THE CARBON FILTER MUST NOT BE
USED AND SHOULD BE DISCARDED BEFORE FIRST USING THE
UNIT.
DUE TO THE NATURE OF THE PURIFIER AND ITS USE, IT IS
POSSIBLE WATER CONTAMINATION OF THE KETTLE PLUG CAN
OCCUR, THUS CAUSING ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS AND POSSIBLE
DAMAGE. CARE SHOULD ALWAYS BE TAKEN WHEN USING ANY
ELECTRICAL DEVICE IN THE VICINITY OF WATER.
AS A PRECAUTION WE RECOMMEND THE USE OF AN RCD (30MA)
TRIP SWITCH BETWEEN THE POWER CORD AND WALL SOCKET. IF
THE PURIFIER CUTS OUT THE KETTLE PLUG HAS BECOME WET
INTERNALLY AND WILL NEED TIME TO DRY OUT.
HARD WATER AREAS
It may be noticed, after even a short period of time that scale is building up on the
inside of the lid and around the rubber seal of the kettle. This means the kettle must
be de-scaled using distiller cleaner (see page 7). Scale accumulating within the
silicone tube of the kettle lid will cause it to become brittle and disintegrate over a
period of time.
When the water you are distilling is very hard, the water may ‘foam’ when it is boiling.
In order to ensure the water in the carafe does not become contaminated it is
recommended to reduce the amount of water used in the kettle so the foaming does
not reach the yellow spigot in the lid of the kettle.
Further advice is available on 01494 484 000.
www.ecowater.co.uk
[email protected]