GE Homespring User manual

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Water Purier
System
HomespringTM by GE
Water Purifier System
Owners Manual

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Table of Contents:
A. INTRODUCTION .........................................................3
B. SAFETY WARNINGS............................................. 4-5
C. CERTIFICATION...........................................................5
D. OPERATIONS .......................................................... 6-8
E. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE............................ 9-11
F. WINTERIZATION................................................12-15
G. TROUBLESHOOTING......................................15-16
H. REPLACEMENT PART LIST
AND PROCEDURES ........................................17-21
I. SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................... 21
J. FAQ.........................................................................22-24
K. WARRANTY ............................................................... 24

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A. INTRODUCTION
Thank You!
By purchasing the Homespring Water Purier System, you
have taken the rst step in providing safer, great tasting water
for your entire home.
The Homespring Water Purier System (the System) is an
advanced Point of Entry (POE) water ltration system that
uses ultralter membrane technology to provide a physical
barrier to bacteria, parasites, viruses, and particles. The
System requires minimal maintenance and will provide you
with years of cleaner, safer, better tasting water. Simply follow
the information found in this manual and schedule an annual
maintenance visit with your Homespring Dealer.
The System must be installed in strict compliance with
provincial or state laws and local laws and regulations. The
System should only be used to lter water less than 100oF
(38oC) and must be protected from freezing.
Dealer and System Information
Dealer’s Name
Dealer’s Phone Number
Model Number
Qualied Technician
Customer Care Number 1-800-279-9404
Emergency Customer Service Number
Membrane Module Serial Number
Backpulse Tank Serial Number
Backpulse Tank Pressure Setpoint
Installation Date
Supplier Contact Information
Pentair Residential Filtration LLC
5730 North Glen Park Road
Milwaukee, WI, 53209
Tele: 262.238.4400
Fax: [phone]
www.homespring.com
Legal Disclaimer
This manual outlines some of the basic principles of household
water collection, treatment, and discharge and some of the
features of the Homespring Water Purier System. It is not
intended to be a denitive dissertation on the principles set
out above, nor is it intended to be relied upon by anyone but
Homespring Customer Care (“Consultants”) and Qualied
Technicians. Any other reliance is expressly excluded.
The Homespring Water Purier System must be installed by a
Homespring Authorized Technician and properly maintained
in accordance with the Operations and the Owner’s Manual.
Failure to properly maintain the System will compromise
performance and/or result in the failure to control water
quality.
Servicing Information
All service and maintenance must be performed by a
Homespring Authorized Technician. Should service be required
during or after the warranty period, or should you have any
questions regarding how to use your Homespring Water
Purier System, please contact your Homespring Dealer.
IMPORTANT! - Read First
• Read this manual carefully prior to using the System.
• Permanently locate this manual near the System for
future references.
• Periodic checks of the System are required to ensure
safe and ecient operation.
• Annual maintenance by a Homespring Authorized
Technician is required to validate the limited warranty.
• Cost of all maintenance visits is the Owner’s
responsibility.
• Most tools referenced in this manual are available
through your Homespring Dealer.
• During servicing of the System, the water supply in your
home will be temporarily interrupted.

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B. Safety Warnings
It is important to read and understand the following safety
warnings to ensure reliable service from your System.
WARNING: Biological
The System is not intended for the treatment of water
from an obvious contamination source (such as sew-
age or wastewater).
Biolm and pathogens already present in home piping
lines downstream of the System could migrate into
ltered water unless the piping has been properly
sanitized. All household piping and distribution lines
should be sanitized prior to consuming the ltered
water using proper sanitization procedures (see your
local Health authority). The System owner should verify
the water outlet quality at the outlet sources by having
it tested by an approved or qualied water testing
laboratory prior to consumption.
The System must be commissioned and maintained in
accordance with the Owner’s Manual by an Authorized
Service Person. Failure to properly maintain the System
will compromise performance, shorten the life of the
System and may lead to delivery of contaminated
water. Consuming contaminated water could result in
serious injury or possibly death.
WARNING: Winterization
The System will be damaged if frozen. The System must
be winterized according to the Winterization Procedure
described in this manual.
The System must be winterized prior to temperatures
falling below 32°F(0°C). Failure to do so may cause the
System to dry, freeze, become damaged, and will void
all warranties. Operating a damaged System may lead
to personal injury, and/or physical damage.
WARNING: Operational
All System Parts and Components must be installed in
accordance with all local building and plumbing codes.
The System must be installed on a cold-water supply
line only. Failure to do so may cause System damage,
leading to personal injury and/or physical damage.
The System has been designed and tested to oer
reliable service, provided it is installed, commissioned,
operated, maintained and tested in strict accordance to
the safety instructions contained in this manual. Failure
to properly maintain the System will compromise
performance and/or result in a failure to control water
quality which may lead to delivery of contaminated
water. Consuming contaminated water could result in
serious injury or possibly death.
To avoid System damage, ensure that a Stainless Steel
Prelter or Carbon Prelter is in place during operation
of the System. Failure to do so will void all warranties.
In the absence of either lter, abrasive damage to
the System may occur. A damaged System may
permit contaminated water to enter the household
distribution system causing illness or death. Irreversible
and premature fouling of the System may also occur
resulting in System replacement at the owner’s expense.
Do not attempt to remove System
Cap when System is under pressure.
The System must be kept wet at all times after
installation. Do not let the System dry for longer than
12 hours. Failure to do so may damage the System
causing personal injury, physical damage, illness and/
or death and will void all warranties.
Premature fouling of the system is not covered by
the warranty. After the installation of the System if
any noticeable pressure drop occurs, call your local
Homespring Authorized Service Person.
Except in emergencies, do not open the Bypass Valve
(if applicable); Bypassing the System may contaminate
water supply and water supply system.
Always wash hands thoroughly with soap and water
after performing any servicing procedures on the
System.
Do not plug the Controller transformer in the electrical
receptacle if there is water on the electrical wiring or
on the power supply. Dry o all components rst. ONLY
OEM parts supplied by the manufacturer are to be
used when installing or servicing the ltration system
(System). Failure to follow this instruction may result in
System damage, serious personal injury, death and/or
property damage. Use of non-OEM parts will void the
manufacturer’s warranty.

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WARNING: Emergency Bypass
If System is equipped with a Bypass Valve, do not
open Bypass Valve except in emergencies. Opening
the Bypass Valve will permit potentially microbially
contaminated water to enter the household water
distribution system. Drinking contaminated water may
cause serious illness and/or death. Do not drink the
water if the System has been operated in bypass mode.
If the System has been operated in bypass mode and
if the water is being drawn from a well or surface
water source, the System and the household water
distribution system should be disinfected again once
returned to ltration mode.
If the System is in bypass mode, the Controller must be
unplugged. Failure to do so may cause System to dry
and become damaged, leading to personal injury, and/
or physical damage and will void all warranties.
A bypass is not required for proper operation of the
System. However, some local plumbing codes may
require a bypass. If a bypass is to be installed, the
procedure described below is to be followed in order
to provide water in an emergency or during System
malfunction.
Bypass Procedure
1. Close Inlet and Outlet Valves. (If ball valves are
installed, turn the handles perpendicular to the
water pipe.)
2. Open Bypass Valve (If ball valve is installed, turn
the handle in-line with the water pipe).
3. Unplug Controller.
To return to ltered water service:
1. Close Bypass Valve. (If ball valve is installed, turn
the handle perpendicular to the water pipe.)
2. Open Inlet and Outlet Valves. (If ball valves are
installed, turn the handles in-line with the water
pipe.)
3. Plug in the Controller.
4. Follow the System Membrane Cleaning section
under E. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE in this manual
to re-commission the System.
C. CERTIFICATION
Current System Certications, as well as the limits to those
certications held, are listed below.
The System should only be installed where it complies with
provincial, state or municipal laws and regulations.
The System should only be used to lter cold supply water.
BioVir Laboratories
NELAP* and California Department of Health accredited
laboratory
*National Environmental Laboratory Accreditation
Program (NELAP) Accredited #05234CA
The Homespring UF200 Series Water Puriers have
been tested by BioVir Laboratories Inc. and found
to meet all the requirements of the USEPA’s Guide
Standard and Protocol for Testing Microbiological Water
Puriers (OPP Task Force Report, 1987) as interpreted by
the BioVir Laboratories specically for the Homespring
UF200 Series Products.
The test results were:
**Bacteria Reduction: >99.99999%
***Virus Reduction: >99.999%
*National Environmental Laboratory Accrediation
Committee (NELAC) Accredited #05234CA
**Tested with E.coli bacteria
***Tested with MS2 Coliphage
Water Quality Association
The Homespring UF200 Series Water Puriers have
been Tested and Certied by the Water Quality
Association (WQA) to the USEPA’s Guide Standard and
Protocol for Testing Microbiological Water Puriers (OPP
Task Force Report, 1987) as interpreted by the WQA and
to NSF/ANSI 42 and 53.
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D. OPERATIONS
System Description
System Cap
Backpulse Tank
System Base Air Bladder
Valve
Outlet port
Drain port
Inlet port
Air Relief Valve
Membrane
Module
FIGURE 1
Internal
Prelter
System Casing
Startup Information
Once the Homespring Authorized Technician has completed
the System installation, the System must be ushed before
use. The ushing will remove any food-grade preservative
used in the factory and any cleaning agent used in the
commissioning of the System. Open a nearby cold water tap
downstream of the System in full and allow it to run for 60
minutes. Ensure that the drain of the sink is unobstructed and
is able to accommodate the ow. Do not leave the running tap
unattended.
There may be some chlorine smell in the water in the rst
few days after the System has been installed. If desired, run a
cold water tap for a few minutes on each of the rst few days
before use.
Sanitizing Information
If the System is used to lter water from sources other than
a municipal drinking water supply (e.g. surface water and
ground water), the drinking water distribution system of
the dwelling must be disinfected prior to use. The cleaning
procedure performed during the commissioning of the
System does not disinfect the water distribution system of the
dwelling.
Normal Operation
The System does not require any special attention under
normal operating conditions. The System uses existing water
pressure in the water supply line to lter water and will
continue to operate even during a power failure. Electricity is
only required to activate the self-cleaning sequences.
Setting the Controller
The System uses two methods to clean its membrane:
a) ushing and b) draining. During a ushing sequence, the
Drain Solenoid Valve of the System opens, allowing
contaminants inside the System to be ushed out under the
water supply line pressure. For Systems equipped with a
Surface Water Option Kit, the System may also perform a
draining sequence. During a draining sequence, water is
completely emptied out from the System. Both the ushing
and draining sequences are done automatically.
NOTE: Electrical power to the Controller must be on to activate
the ushing and draining sequences. The batteries are for
keeping the time in case of power failure and will not activate
the ushing and draining sequences.
NOTE: Once the Controller is set, the Controller will remember
the Start Time, Program Number, and Flush/Drain Interval
settings even if the electrical power to the Controller is
interrupted.
NOTE: When the System is undergoing a ushing or a draining
sequence, very little or no water will be available for use in the
dwelling. If possible, select a time for the ushing and draining
when no water generation is required. Normal operation will
resume once the ushing and draining sequences are nished.
Follow these steps to set the Controller:

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Setting the Clock
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FIGURE 2
1) Press NEXT twice until “SET TIME” ashes on screen.
Press ENTER.
2) Press the UP and DOWN arrows to set the hour. Press
ENTER.
3) Press the UP and DOWN arrows to set the minute. Press
ENTER.
Setting Flush/Drain Time
2
FIGURE 3
1) Press NEXT three times until “START TIME” ashes on
screen. Press ENTER.
2) Press the UP and DOWN arrows to set the hour. Press
ENTER.
3) Press the UP and DOWN arrows to set the minute. Press
ENTER.
NOTE: Select a time that water usage is not expected in the
dwelling. (e.g. 2:00 a.m.).
Setting the Program
3
Choosing a program:
NOTE: If surface water is the source and the Surface Water
Option Kit is installed, select either Program 3 or Program 4 in
this application.
Water Clarity Advanced Plus Controller
Low Turbidity
Less than 0.5 NTU Program 1
Medium Turbidity
Peaks to 1.0 NTU, less than 72
min. per day
Program 2
High Turbidity
Peaks to 5.0 NTU, less than 72
min. per day
Program 3
Very High Turbidity
Peaks to 10.0 NTU, less than 72
min. per day
Program 4
Advanced
Plus
Controller
Cleaning
Sequence Duration
Approx Water
Consumption Per
Cleaning Cycle at 5
gpm
Program 1 2 ushes 2.5 min 7.5 gal
Program 2 4 ushes 6 min 15 gal
Program 3 2 ushes & 1
drain 8.5 min 13.5 gal
Program 4 2 ushes & 2
drains 16.5 min 19.5 gal
FIGURE 4
1) Press NEXT four times until “PROGRAM” ashes on
screen.
2) Press ENTER.
3) Press the UP and DOWN arrows to set the Program
number. Select the appropriate Program for your
application. Press ENTER.

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Setting the Flush/Drain Interval:
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FIGURE 5
1) Press NEXT ve times until “t:01” appears on screen.
2) To change the ush/drain interval setting, press and
hold the UP and DOWN arrows together and press
NEXT. Release all buttons and repeat to shift to the next
interval. There are ve interval settings to choose from:
Flush/Drain
Interval Setting
No. of
Flush/Drain Cycles
per Day
Time Interval Between
Flush/Drain Cycles
t:01 1 time 24 hrs
t:02 2 times 12 hrs
t:04 4 times 6 hrs
t:08 8 times 3 hrs
t:24 24 times 1 hr
NOTE: Under conditions of turbid water and high usage of
the System, select a Flush/Drain Interval setting appropriate
to the specic application. Increase frequency of ush/drain
cycle if the System TMP rises too quickly. Increasing the
number of Flush/Drain cycles per day will prolong the life of the
System; however, more water will be used for system cleaning
purposes.
Controller Functions
A. Manual Flush
NOTE: For use when the instructions in this manual call for a
Manual Flush.
To manually ush the System, press NEXT once. “MANUAL”
ashes on the screen. Press MANUAL FLUSH to open the Drain
Solenoid Valve. If the MANUAL FLUSH button is held down for
5 seconds, the Drain Solenoid Valve will remain open for 5
minutes. To interrupt ushing, press MANUAL FLUSH again.
The Drain Solenoid Valve will be closed automatically after 5
minutes if not interrupted.
B. Light and Alarm Function:
The green light on the controller indicates that the System is
in operation. The green light will be on for 10 months from the
rst commissioning of the System.
WARNING: The green light is NOT an
indication of the integrity of the membrane inside the
System.
At the start of the System’s 11th month of operation, the
yellow service indicator light will come on. This is an indication
that the System’s Annual Maintenance is required.
After 11½ months of operation, the yellow service indicator
light will begin to ash and an audible alarm will start to beep.
To temporarily silence the alarm, depress and hold the UP and
DOWN arrows together for three seconds. The alarm will come
back on in seven days after this command is executed.
To permanently turn the alarm o, depress and hold the UP
and DOWN arrows together and press ENTER.
“A oF” (alarm o) will appear on the screen. To turn the alarm
on again, repeat the above step. “A on” (alarm on) will appear
on the screen.
The yellow service indicator light and the alarm can only
be reset by a Homespring Authorized Technician during the
Annual Maintenance.

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E. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
WARNING: The System has been
designed and tested to oer reliable service, provided if
it is installed, commissioned, operated, maintained and
tested in strict accordance to the safety instructions
contained in this manual. Failure to properly maintain
the System will compromise performance and/or
result in failure to control water quality which may
lead to delivery of contaminated water. Consuming
contaminated water could result in serious injury or
possible death.
A Homespring Authorized Technician must perform all service
and maintenance. As part of the annual maintenance, the
Homespring Authorized Technician will perform an Integrity
Test to check the condition of the System membrane and
perform a cleaning procedure to clean the System membrane.
This annual test and cleaning is mandatory as part of the
5-year limited prorated membrane warranty.
If the Homespring Authorized Technician determines that
the System has a high degree of debris and contaminants,
causing an abnormally high reduction in System owrate,
the number of maintenance visits per year may be increased
to ensure that the System functions within its acceptable
operational parameters and to ensure that the limited
warranty remains in eect.
Maintenance Schedule
The following maintenance tasks must be performed every 12
months unless specied otherwise. Refer to:
H. REPLACEMENT PART LIST AND PROCEDURES for part numbers.
System Part Annual Maintenance Tasks UFC 211 UF 211
Carbon
Prelter
Replace. Water sources with
high level of particulate and/
or chlorine will require more
frequent replacement.
X n/a
Stainless Steel
Prelter
Clean. Water sources with
high level of sediment will
require more frequent
cleaning.
n/a X
System
Membrane Clean X X
System
Membrane Perform Integrity Test X X
Backpulse
Tank Air
Pressure
Check and adjust X X
Controller
Batteries
(2 AA)
Replace X X
Controller
Flushing and
Draining
programs
Verify if settings are still
appropriate X X
Every 6 Months: For models equipped with the Surface Water
Option Kit, the External Prelter cartridge must be inspected,
cleaned and/or replaced.
System Membrane Cleaning
The following System cleaning procedures are performed
by the Homespring Authorized Technician during the annual
maintenance.
WARNING: Disposable protective
gloves must be worn during maintenance of the
System to protect your hands. At the end of the
procedure, wash your hands thoroughly with soap and
water. Do not reuse the gloves. Dispose of the gloves in
the garbage.
1 Ensure that the two Mini Ball Valves are closed (To close,
turn the handle perpendicular to the Plug/hose end). Remove
the Plug from the Inlet Mini Ball Valve by depressing the lock
ring and pulling on the Plug.
FIGURE 6
The valve is OPEN when handle
is in the position shown
Lock Ring
Mini Ball Valve

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2 Close the Inlet and Outlet Valves. Using the Controller,
initiate a Manual Flush sequence to bring System pressure
close to zero. Refer to the instructions in the Controller
Functions section under D. OPERATIONS on how to perform a
Manual Flush sequence. Slowly open the Mini Ball Valve to
ensure there is no pressure in the System. Water will ow out,
but should not spray. Close the Mini Ball Valve immediately. If
there is spray, repeat the Manual Flush sequence. Reinsert the
Plug into the Mini Ball Valve.
3Vertical Systems:
Remove the System Cap using the Cap Wrench. The water
level should be at least 2” above the Internal Prelter spigot.
If the water level is below 2”, open the Inlet Valve slowly to
raise the water level.
FIGURE 7
Once the cap is removed, wipe the System Cap out with a
clean, soft cloth, remove the O-ring carefully, wipe the O-ring
with a clean cloth, check the O-ring for damage or wear, apply
a very small amount of DOW CORNING 111 silicone lubricant
on the O-ring, and replace the O-ring. If necessary, replace the
O-ring with a new O-ring.
Horizontally-mounted Systems:
Ensure that there is still some water inside the System after
the Manual Flush. Do not empty the System completely. If
water stops coming out during the Manual Flush, open the
Inlet Valve slowly to ll the System again.
WARNING: Do not use a bottle of
bleach more than 3 months old.
If a Bypass Valve is installed, the Bypass Valve
should be closed for the entire procedure to avoid
contaminated water entering the household
distribution system. Contaminated water might cause
personal injury and in some cases death.
This cleaning procedure does NOT disinfect the
household pipes. If potentially microbiologically
unsafe water is present in the pipes, it is strongly
recommended that all pipes be sanitized.
4 For Ground Water Systems, refer to Ground Water
Application Cleaning Procedures section before beginning
this step.
Vertical Systems:
With the Internal Prelter still removed, pour 2 cups
(500 ml) of 5 - 6% unscented household chlorine bleach
OR 1 cup (250 ml) of 12% chlorine bleach into the Prelter
cavity. Replace the System Cap. Slowly open the Inlet Valve to
pressurize the System. Let stand for 60 minutes.
Horizontally-mounted Systems:
With the Internal Prelter still removed, unscrew the ½” Brass
Plug on the Air Vent Assembly near the System Cap.
FIGURE 8
Brass Plug
Pour 2 cups (500 ml) of 5 - 6% unscented household chlorine
bleach OR 1 cup (250 ml) of 12% chlorine bleach into the
System Casing cavity. A funnel may be used in this step to
assist pouring. Replace the ½” Brass Plug. Slowly open the
Inlet Valve to pressurize the System. Let stand for 60 minutes.
5 Using the Controller, activate the Manual Flush
sequence. Refer to the instructions in the Controller Functions
section under D. OPERATIONS on how to perform a Manual
Flush sequence. Once the ushing is complete, open the Outlet
Valve and a nearby COLD water tap to ush most of the
chlorine from the System. Run the tap fully open for at least 60
minutes.
NOTE: Use only COLD water taps and continue the ow of
water until there is no chlorine smell.

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Ground Water Application Cleaning Procedures
For ground water installations, clean the membrane following
the steps above with the exception of replacing Step 4 with
the following:
Pour the contents of the citric acid crystals into a container
with 250 mL of water. Mix thoroughly to dissolve the crystals.
For Vertical Systems, with the Internal Prelter still removed,
pour the solution into the Prelter cavity.
For Horizontally-mounted Systems, remove the ½” Brass Plug
of the Air Vent Assembly and pour the solution into the Casing
cavity through the ½” NPT port. Refer to FIGURE 8 for the
location of the ½” Brass Plug.
WARNING: Be careful to avoid citric
acid crystals coming in contact with skin or clothing.
Wash the mixing container well before reuse.
The citric acid crystals SHOULD NOT be combined with
any other chemical or cleaning solution, especially
hypochlorite or household bleach. Failure to do so can
result in serious personal injury, illness, or death.
Replace the System Cap (Vertical Systems) or the ½” Brass
Plug (Horizontally-mounted Systems). Let stand for
60 minutes.
Annual Maintenance Check Summary
The Homespring Authorized Technician performs the following
maintenance tasks during the annual maintenance visit.
• “Pre-cleaning” TMP completed
• “Pre-cleaning” TMP recorded on Service Tag
• Backpulse Tank pressure checked
• System depressurized and opened
• System soaked with cleaning agent (either bleach or
citric acid crystals) for 60 minutes
• System ushed for 10 minutes
• Integrity Test completed
• Either Carbon Prelter replaced or Stainless Steel Prelter
cleaned and reused
• If External Prelter is used, the External Prelter cartridge
is replaced
• “Post-cleaning” TMP completed
• “Post-cleaning” TMP recored on Service Tag
• Batteries (2 AA) are replaced
• Service Tag completed
• Homeowner informed to leave cold tap on for
60 minutes
Cleaning the Stainless Steel Facade or
Nameplate
If required, the surface may be cleaned using a mild soap
solution. Do not use any other cleaners or abrasive materials
on the stainless steel surface as these cleaners may damage
the labels. Wipe surface dry with a soft cloth afterward.

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F. WINTERIZATION PROCEDURE
Tools/Supplies Required
For all Systems you will need:
• Cap Wrench
• Adjustable wrench
• Nut driver
• 3 US gallons (12 litres) plumbers antifreeze that is
propylene glycol based and rated for -58°F (-50°C).
• 1 - ¾” MNPT PVC plug
• 1 - ½” MNPT PVC plug
WARNING: Never use AUTOMOTIVE
type antifreezes when winterizing the System. This may
result in serious injury or death.
Only plumbing antifreeze, consisting primarily of
propylene glycol with no ethanol or other alcohols,
rated for -58°F (-50°C), may be used to winterize the
System. The use of less-expensive
‘non-propylene glycol based’ plumbing or RV
antifreezes may damage the System’s internal
components voiding all warranties. This may also
result in serious injury or death.
Plumbing antifreeze containing propylene glycol will
provide protection of the System against freezing to
-40°F (-40°C) as long as the proportion of antifreeze
to water is correct. This procedure only protects the
System from freezing and does not protect the rest of
the household water distribution system.
Propylene glycol based antifreeze is available at most
hardware stores.
1 Close the Inlet Valve. Completely drain the System and
household piping. To drain the System, refer to the Controller
Functions section under D. OPERATIONS on how to perform a
Manual Flush. To drain the household pipes, open a cold water
tap (on the lowest level of the home) and leave until the tap
only drips. Turn o the tap when the pipes are drained.
FIGURE 9
All valves closed
2 Remove the drain hose and Nylon Elbow from the Drain
Solenoid Valve and install a ½” MNPT or ¾” MNPT PVC plug
(depending on the size of the port) into the Drain Solenoid
Valve.
3Drain the ltered water from the System by
disconnecting the Outlet Stainless Steel Flex Hose where it
connects to the home plumbing, and drain into a large bucket.
Plug the Flex Hose and System by installing a ¾” MNPT PVC
plug.
Disconnect and
Plug here
Outlet Fitting Assembly installed in standard conguration
shown. Systems equipped with the Surface Water Option Kit
have dierent Outlet Fitting Assemblies.
FIGURE 10
4If an External Prelter has been installed, open the Mini
Ball Valve on the bottom of the housing and allow to drain.
Press the red button on the External Prelter head to speed up
draining. Unscrew the housing from the head and remove the
External Prelter cartridge from the housing, and discard. Do
not install a new lter cartridge. Re-attach the lter housing to
the head.
FIGURE 11

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5Remove the System Cap and remove the Prelter. If the
System is equipped with the Carbon Prelter, discard the
Carbon Prelter. If the System is equipped with the Stainless
Steel Prelter, clean and set aside the Stainless Steel Prelter
temporarily. The Stainless Steel Prelter can be stored in the
System for the winter in Step 7.
Open
FIGURE 12
6Fill with approximately 3 US gal (12 litres) of -58°F (-50°C)
propylene glycol based plumbing antifreeze. The UFC 211 and
UF 211 Series models do not have enough internal space to
accomodate 3 gallons of antifreeze initially. Remove the plug
from the Outlet Stainless Steel Flex Hose and drain some
antifreeze/water mix from the System into an empty container.
Add the remainder of the antifreeze into the Internal Prelter
cavity. The uid level in the System must be at least 2” above
the bottom of the Internal Prelter cavity. Reinstall the plug
into the Outlet Stainless Steel Flex Hose.
Antifreeze level at
least 2” from bottom
of Prelter cavity.
FIGURE 13
7If a Stainless Steel Prelter has been set aside, place the
Stainless Steel Prelter in the Prelter cavity.
8For all Sytems, replace the System Cap using the Cap
Wrench and check both plugs (drain and outlet) for any leaks.
The System is ready for winter.
Spring Start-Up Following Winterization
WARNING: Do NOT allow the
plumbing antifreeze/ water mix to drain onto the
ground, or into a septic bed, storm sewer or any body
of water. Check the plumbing antifreeze manufacturer’s
directions and warnings for more information.
1 Drain antifreeze solution from the System by removing
the outlet plug. Drain into proper containers. Dispose of the
antifreeze solution in accordance with the manufacturer’s
directions.
2 Remove drain plug from Drain Solenoid Valve and
reconnect the elbow and piping. Ensure the drain is the same
as the initial set-up.
FIGURE 14
Drain hose must be
anchored down to
the oor or wall and
directed down into the
drain
The local
plumbing code
may require an
air gap to be
installed at the
drain line.
3Open the Inlet Valve to ll the System with water. Air will
escape through the Air Relief Valve in the System Cap.
FIGURE 15
Inlet Valve
Bypass Valve
Outlet Valve

14
4Open a nearby cold water high demand tap, then open
the Outlet Valve. This will prevent antifreeze from spreading
throughout the piping system. Run the tap for 30 minutes.
Open all other cold water taps in the home and ush
separately for 1 minute each.
FIGURE 16
Inlet Valve
Bypass Valve
Outlet Valve
5Close the Inlet Valve and Outlet Valve. Partially drain the
System using the Manual Flush function for 1 minute to
depressurize the System. Refer to the Controller Functions
section under D. OPERATIONS on how to perform a Manual
Flush sequence. Remove the Plug from the Mini Ball Valve on
the Inlet Fitting Assembly by depressing the lock ring and
pulling on the Plug. Slowly open the Mini Ball Valve to ensure
there is no pressure in the System. Water will ow out, but
should not spray. Close the Mini Ball Valve immediately. If
there is spray, repeat the Manual Flush sequence. Replace the
Plug in the Mini Ball Valve.
FIGURE 17
6Remove System Cap. If a Stainless Steel Prelter was
stored in the Prelter cavity over the winter remove, wash and
set aside.
Open
FIGURE 18
7Be sure the water level in the System is 2” above the
bottom of the Prelter cavity. Add more water by slowly
opening the Inlet Valve if necessary. Add 2 cups (500 ml) of
unscented household bleach (5 - 6% chlorine) or 1 cup (250 ml)
chlorine bleach (12% chlorine), maximum 3 months old, to the
System.
8Allow the System to soak for 15 minutes. With the
System Cap tightened, drain the System using the Controller.
Open the Inlet Valve and allow System to pressurize.
NOTE: If the winterization spring start up is combined with the
annual maintenance cleaning procedure, the System must
soak for 60 minutes. If the System is on ground or well water,
the System must be cleaned with citric acid crystals instead
of chlorine bleach. Follow the directions on the package for
preparing the citric acid crystals. Never mix chlorine bleach
with the citric acid crystals.
9Open the Outlet Valve and a nearby COLD water tap to
remove chlorine from the System. Run the tap fully open for 5
minutes. Further ushing must be performed by the
homeowner.
10 Close the Inlet Valve and Outlet Valve. Use the Controller
to depressurize the System. Ensure that there is no pressure
inside the System as described in Step 5.
11 Open the System Cap and install a new Carbon Prelter.
If using a Stainless Steel Prelter, insert a clean, undamaged
Stainless Steel Prelter and replace the System Cap.
Do not remove the Thimble
Filter from the spigot. If the
Thimble Filter is dislodged,
gently push it back down into
the spigot. If the Thimble Filter
is damaged, replace with a
new Thimble Filter.
FIGURE 19

15
12 If an External Prelter is present, drain the housing
through the Mini Ball Valve on the bottom and use the red
button on the top of the External Prelter head. Remove the
plastic wrap from a new Prelter cartridge and insert into
housing. Tighten the External Prelter housing to the External
Prelter head.
13 Open the Inlet Valve and ll the System. Watch for leaks.
Open the Outlet Valve and a nearby cold water high demand
tap. Have the homeowner continue to run the cold water tap
for 30 minutes.
NOTE: If the winterization spring start up is combined with the
annual maintenance cleaning procedure, have the homeowner
continue to run a cold water tap for 60 minutes instead of 30
minutes. This is required to meet NSF drinking water standards
and to remove residual chlorine or citric acid. The homeowner
may notice a chlorine taste/smell when a tap is rst opened for
a day or two following this procedure.
G. TROUBLESHOOTING
If there are any problems with the Homespring Water Purier System, contact your dealer or Homespring Customer Service
immediately.
Area Problem/Situation Corrective Action/Remedy
General
A part is missing Contact your Dealer.
System leaks water
Tighten System Cap.
Check O-ring is in place, is clean and is intact.
Ensure connections are tight.
Contact your Dealer.
System water ow is noticeably
reduced
Check if Thimble Filter is clogged. Depressurize System, remove
System Cap and Internal Prelter, remove Thimble Filter using
a pair of needle nose pliers, clean Thimble Filter and reinsert
Thimble Filter.
Check if External Prelter is clogged, if installed. Refer to
H. REPLACEMENT PART LIST AND PROCEDURES.
Check if Internal Prelter is clogged. Refer to
H. REPLACEMENT PART LIST AND PROCEDURES.
Using the Controller, initiate a manual ush sequence. Refer
to Controller Functions section under D. OPERATIONS on how
to perform a manual ush sequence and ensure button on
controller is pressed for a full 5 seconds. A buzz sound should
be heard from the Drain Solenoid Valve. Contact your Dealer to
replace valve if necessary.
Contact your Dealer for assistance to check Trans Membrane
Pressure and perform a Cleaning if necessary.
Water does not ow through System
Black cap on Air Relief Valve must be backed o by 1.5 turns
from tight to allow air in and out of System.
If a Surface Water Option Kit is installed, check if Inlet Solenoid
Valve is in the normally open position. On the Controller press
NEXT once. Simultaneously press MANUAL FLUSH and the down
arrow together and hold for a full 5 seconds. A buzz sound
should be heard from the Inlet Solenoid Valve. Contact your
Dealer to replace valve if necessary.

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Area Problem/Situation Corrective Action/Remedy
Checking Backpulse Tank Pressure
Pressure is too HIGH (greater than
35 psi)
Release air from the Air Bladder Valve on the Backpulse Tank by
gently pushing in the valve stem.
Pressure is too LOW Check the correct pressure setting as recorded on page 3. If
pressure is too low, contact your Dealer.
System Cap Removal System Cap does not loosen
Close Inlet Valve and depressurize the System. Refer to
Controller Functions section under D. OPERATIONS to initiate a
manual ush.
External Prelter (with Surface
Water Option Kit)
Water does not ow through
Press RED button on top of housing to release air until water
ows from button as air may be trapped in housing.
Replace External Prelter cartridge if water pressure has been
gradually decreasing as the External Prelter may be plugged or
fouled. Refer to H. REPLACEMENT PART LIST AND PROCEDURES.
Does not drain fast enough Depress red button on housing to drain quickly.
Water leaks from bottom Check Mini Ball Valve on bottom of housing. Close tightly.
Drain Solenoid Valve Does not open to allow ushing
Using the Controller, initiate a manual ush sequence. Refer
to Controller Functions section under D. OPERATIONS on how
to perform a manual ush sequence and ensure button on
controller is pressed for a full 5 seconds. A buzz sound should
be heard from the Drain Solenoid Valve. Contact your Dealer to
replace valve if necessary.
Check transformer is plugged in.
Inlet Solenoid Valve (with Surface
Water Option Kit)
Does not close to allow System to
drain
On the Controller, press NEXT once. Simultaneously press
MANUAL FLUSH and the down arrow together and hold for a full
5 seconds. A buzz sound should be heard from the Inlet Solenoid
Valve. Contact your Dealer to replace valve if necessary.
Check transformer is plugged in.
Controller Flushing and/or draining of System
does not work
Check if the Drain Solenoid Valve functions. Check connection to
Controller is correct and initiate a manual ush to hear a buzz
sound. Refer to Controller Functions under
D. OPERATIONS.
Check if both the Inlet Solenoid Valve functions, if installed, and if
the Drain Solenoid Valve functions. On the Controller, press NEXT
once. Simultaneously press MANUAL FLUSH and the up arrow
together and hold for a full 5 seconds. A buzz sound should be
heard from both the Inlet and Drain Solenoid Valves. Contact
your Homespring Dealer if necessary.
Check the settings. Refer to Setting the Controller under
D. OPERATIONS.
Check if the transformer is connected and plugged in.
Contact your Dealer.

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H. REPLACEMENT PART LIST AND
PROCEDURES
Replacement Procedures
A. O-RING REPLACEMENT
The O-ring may require a replacement if there is a leak
between the System Cap and the System.
Replacement Instructions:
1. Close the Inlet Valve.
2. Depressurize the System by performing a Manual Flush
sequence. Refer to the instructions in the Controller
Functions section under D. OPERATIONS on how to
perform a Manual Flush sequence.
For Horizontally-mounted Systems, connect a ¼” tubing
to the Inlet Mini Ball Valve, direct the other end of the ¼”
tubing to a drain or a pail, and open the Inlet Mini Ball
Valve to drain the water in the Internal Prelter cavity.
3. Using the Cap Wrench, remove the System Cap.
4. Carefully remove the O-ring from the System.
5. Clean the O-ring with a clean, soft cloth. Check for nicks,
pits, proper formation and cleanliness.
6. If nothing appears unusual, apply a very small amount
of DOW CORNING 111 silicone lubricant to the O-ring
and reinstall the O-ring. If the O-ring appears damaged,
replace the O-ring with a new O-ring.
7. Replace System Cap tightly using the Cap Wrench.
8. Open the Inlet Valve slowly.
B. INTERNAL PREFILTER REPLACEMENT (CARBON OR
STAINLESS STEEL)
The Carbon Prelter may require replacement more frequently
than once a year during the Annual Maintenance or if there
is a chlorine taste in the water after the System has been in
use for a period of time. The Carbon Prelter may also remove
some other tastes and/or odours. In some cases, the Carbon
Prelter may become fouled earlier than one year depending
on the intake water source.
The Stainless Steel Prelter generally does not need to be
replaced. It may become dirty and may be cleaned under a
tap. Replace the Stainless Steel Prelter if damaged.
Replacement Instructions:
1. Close the Inlet Valve.
2. Depressurize the System by performing a Manual Flush
sequence. Refer to the instructions in the Controller
Functions section under D. OPERATIONS on how to
perform a Manual Flush sequence.
For Horizontally-mounted Systems, connect a ¼” tubing
to the Inlet Mini Ball Valve, direct the other end of the ¼”
tubing to a drain or a pail, and open the Inlet Mini Ball
Valve to drain the water in the Internal Prelter cavity.
3. Using the Cap Wrench, remove the System Cap.
4. Put on a pair of disposable gloves and carefully remove
and dispose of the Internal Prelter.
Check that the Thimble Filter is in place, seated in the
spigot. DO NOT attempt to remove the Thimble Filter. If
the Thimble Filter is loose, gently push it into place.
5. Remove the new Internal Prelter from the packaging.
6. Insert the new Internal Prelter into the Prelter cavity
and push it down gently to ensure it is seated properly.
7. Replace the System Cap tightly.
8. Open the Inlet Valve slowly.
9. Dispose of the disposable gloves.
C. EXTERNAL PREFILTER REPLACEMENT
Depending on the water quality, the External Prelter
may need to be washed or replaced prior to the Annual
Maintenance. A decrease in water pressure at the taps may
indicate that the External Prelter may need to be replaced.
NOTE: For rinsing of the used External Prelter cartridge, save
a bucket of ltered water from a tap in the dwelling before
servicing the External Prelter. Water supply in the dwelling will
be interrupted temporarily during servicing.
Replacement Instructions:
1. Close the Inlet Valve to the External Prelter.
2. Attach a ¼” tubing to the Mini Ball Valve at the bottom
of the External Prelter. Direct the other end of the ¼”
tubing to either a drain or a pail.
3. Open the Mini Ball Valve slowly.
4. Press and hold down the red button on the External
Prelter Head.
5. Once the External Prelter is drained, close the Mini Ball
Valve.
6. Loosen the External Prelter Housing from the External
Prelter Head.
7. Wear a pair of disposable gloves and carefully remove
the External Prelter cartridge from the External Prelter
Housing.
8. Rinse o the used External Prelter cartridge. If the used
External Prelter cartridge is no longer reusable, replace
it with a new one. If a new External Prelter cartridge is
to be installed, remove the plastic wrap on the outside
of the cartridge.
9. Ensure that the O-ring is in good condition and seated
at the lip of the External Prelter Housing. If necessary,
replace the O-ring with a new one.
10. Screw the External Prelter Housing into the External
Prelter Head and tighten the connection using the
Housing Wrench.
11. Open the Inlet Valve slowly and depress the red button
on the External Prelter Head to allow air to escape
from the External Prelter Housing.
12. Once water emerges from the button, release the
button.
13. Dispose of the disposable gloves.

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UFC 211 and UF 211 Series
FIGURE 20
24
13
6
10
3
5
11
1 2
17 18
20 19
21
16
4
3
7
8
22 23
14
15
12
9

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UFC 211 and UF 211 Series
Item
No.
Part
Number
Description UFC 211/ UF 211
System
13024924 Carbon Prelter, 12” UFC models only
23024923 Stainless Steel Prelter, 12” UF models
33024983 O-ring, 8” 2-443, EPDM, 70A, NSF61 X
43025097 Owner’s Manual X
53035399 Advanced Plus Controller - DC X
63025180 Long Cap X
73024985 O-ring, Loading X
83025179 Kit, Locking Clip and Screw X
9 - System Base X
10 3030398 Thimble Filter X
11 3025181 Plug, 1/4” MNPT X
12 3030399 Service Tag X
13 3024987 Cap Wrench - UF 211 X
14 - Backpulse Tank X
15 3035560 Controller Power Supply - DC X
Sub Assembly Kits
16 3025172 Installation Sub Assembly Kit (Base, shims, anchors, Mini Ball Valves with Plugs (2),
Nylon Elbow, Inlet/Outlet Fittings (2), 1/2” Nipple, Drain Solenoid Valve, Stainless
Steel Flex Hoses (2), Air Relief Valve), Drain Solenoid Valve 1/2" NPT Normally
Closed
X
17 3024982 Mini Ball Valve X
18 3025371 Mini Ball Valve Plug - 1/4” X
19 3025183 Fitting, Inlet/Outlet X
20 3025094 Flex Hose, Stainless Steel X
21 3025185 Nipple, 1/2” x 1/2” Hex - Poly X
22 3035502
(CH21091)
Drain Solenoid Valve, 1/2”, Normally Closed - DC X
23 3025184 Elbow, Hex, 1/2” x 5/8” Hose Barb X
24 3030402 Air Relief Valve X

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Surface Water Option Kit
7
1
2
6
7
8
11
3
3
910
5
4
14
13
12
16
17
15
18
19
FIGURE 21
Item
No.
Part
Number
Description Surface
Water
Option
Kit
Surface Water Option Kit/External Prelter Kit Parts
13024925 External Prelter Replacement
Cartridge
X
23024984 O-ring for External Prelter X
33025175 Reducer Bushing, 1" x 3/4" X
43035503
(CH21092)
Inlet Solenoid Valve, 3/4", Normally
Open - DC
X
53030404 Check valve 3/4" FNPT Flapper X
63025096 Brass Nipple, 3/4" X
73030405 External Prelter Housing and Head X
83025174 Wall Bracket Kit - Filter Housing X
93025371 Mini Ball Valve Plug - 1/4" X
10 3024982 Mini Ball Valve - 1/4" X
11 3024990 Prelter Wrench X
Service Testing Kit Parts
12 23147 Integrity Tester (no transformer)
13 23110 Integrity Tester Kit (Integrity Tester,
Integrity Tester Transformer, 1/4"
Tubing x2)
14 23148 Transformer (for Integrity Tester)
15 23029 Cap Wrench
16 23150 Pressure Test Gauge Assembly
17 23180 Digital Air Pressure Gauge
18 23182 1/4" Tubing (for Integrity Tester)
19 23083 DOW CORNING 111 Silicone Lubricant