IonWays Athena User manual

Athena Read Me First ©2009 IonWays, LLC #101301 – RC # 062 / v-1.3
PLEASE READ ME FIRST!
Congratulations on the purchase of your new IonWays Athena Water Machine!
Thank you for choosing IonWays equipment for clean and healthy water. This is one of the most
important investments you can make. We value your confidence and we want you to be happy as a new
member of the IonWays family.
IMPORTANT: The Athena comes with 3 glass test tubes for monitoring the pH of your ionized water as
well as comparing to other drinking water products. A red pH reagent bottle also accompanies the
Athena for pH testing. Please keep the drops out of reach of children and DO NOT CONSUME either
the drops or any liquids you in which you have inserted the reagent drops. A chemical residue from the
manufacturing process may be present on the test tubes and can lead to an inaccurate pH reading.
Please be sure to thoroughly rinse the test tubes prior to use. Thank you.
Follow these simple steps to protect your investment:
Watch the short installation DVD prior to installation.
Validate your warranty by completing and returning your warranty card to:
IonWays, LLC, 8745 Technology Way, Ste C, Reno, NV 89521
Save your packaging (for transportation and/or shipping).
Please learn how to install your unit properly:
The Athena is easy to install and to operate, there are some finer points to remember:
Read the safety precautions and warnings in your Owner’s Manual.
Be sure to take notes as Jay discusses “Adjustments” at the end of the Installation DVD.
While acidic water may have many purposes, we do not recommend drinking acidic water.
Installing your New Athena Water Machine to the Tap:
1. Unscrew the aerator from your tap and attach the DIVERTER (we have provided adapters in case it
doesn’t fit).
2. Attach the ¼” white hose between the DIVERTER valve and the TAP WATER INLET on the bottom
of your water machine. When you attach this, ensure the valve next to the TAP WATER INLET is all the
way open (counter-clockwise).
3. Attach the gray 3/8” hose to the white ACIDIC WATER OULET port
under the water machine. This drains into the sink.
4. Plug in the power and switch on the master switch at the rear of the
machine. This switch stays ON.
5. Turn on the water at the tap. Turn the DIVERTER VALVE so that the
water flows through the unit.
6. Adjust the FLOW RATE. This knob has a distinct impact on machine
performance. With a fast flow, you get less pH / ORP. Slow the flow down and you'll get a higher pH and
a lower ORP.
7. To turn the machine off, either shut off the tap, or turn the DIVERTER back to the normal tap mode.
The control panel will go off in between uses and awakens when the water is turned on.
NOTE: Although difficult to see and pull off, the display on your unit comes with a protective
plastic film. Remove this film.

Athena Read Me First ©2009 IonWays, LLC #101301 – RC # 062 / v-1.3
Adjusting the Settings / Performance
Selecting a Level: To select the different pH settings, simply depress the ALKALINE or ACIDIC
BUTTON on the panel.
Adjust the Flow Rate: The FLOW CONTROL KNOB will have a direct relationship on the performance
of your machine. You will get less pH with a fast flow and more with a slow flow. Use the reagent drops
to test to see which level of pH you are achieving.
Learning to test your water: Using caution, take the red reagent from the pH Kit, place 2 or 3 drops
into the plastic sample cup provided with the reagent or into one of the test tubes you have rinsed, then
add one inch of water and shake. Compare to the pH chart. Test the pH of your tap water, and then test
the water from the machine using the various settings. Performance of your water machine will vary
depending on your source water and flow.
Drinking alkaline water for the first time? DO NOT use a high setting to begin with. Start with water
produced using a setting that tested to a blue or blue/green color (using your reagent kit and color chart) or
you may experience detox symptoms. Let your body adjust slowly and naturally for 4-7 days. After this
initial adjustment period, you may gradually increase the alkalinity of the water to the next higher setting.
Detoxification: With its amazing ability to hydrate far more effectively than ordinary water, some people
may experience mild detox symptoms as the water efficiently flushes out toxins. If symptoms persist for a
prolonged period, consult a qualified medical professional.
Filter May Have Unseated During Shipment
Sometimes during shipping the filters can become unseated…Please make sure each of your filters is
properly installed before first use.
Once you have your machine installed and the water running, if you notice any leaking around the top or
bottom of either of your filters, it is most likely an o-ring that is not quite seated correctly.
Removing and replacing the filter and cup can usually resolve this.
Pushing down on the spring-loaded base, you can then insert the top of the filter into its proper position.
Give the filter a twist or two, to help seat the o rings.
Run the machine again, and inspect the filters. If there is any leaking going on around the top or bottom
of the filters, attempt to reseat the o rings one more time, then call customer service if unable to resolve.
Quick troubleshooting tips
Problem
Resolution
No Flow or Low Flow
Ensure the small metallic valve on the bottom
adjacent to the “Tap Water Inlet” is fully open
Unable to get high or low pH
Adjust the Flow Rate knob on the front
White particles in water
Calcium being ionized in your water is visible – not a
problem, reducing pH level may help
Do NOT attempt to repair your water machine—doing so will VOID your valuable warranty!
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