My Water Filter ULTRAPURE User manual

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ULTRAPURE
0.5m
Ceramic
Twin
Under
Sink
City
Water
Filter with
Fluoride Removal
Installation Instruction
&
Product Manual
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Installation
Diagram
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Parts
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Chroroe
Faucet
a
Housing
3
Bracket
4
Tee
Piece
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Valve
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A
1/4'
blue tube
connects
the feed
water
valve
to
the Pre-Filter.
B
1/4"
bl
w
tube
con
nects
the
Pest
Filter
to
the ch
rome
faucet

Changing
Filters
System
Description
Your
filter
Housing
consists
of
two
main
parts:
A.
The Head
or
Cap
-
water
flows
in
and
out
of
this section.
E.
The
Sump
-
this contains the Filter
Cartridges
and is
designed
to
seal the
cartridge
at
the
top
and the bottom. These
tivo
parts
are
called
a
Housing
when connected
together
and will loe
connected
to
a
bracket.
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Please be
aware
that
there
are
a
variety
of
filter connections and sizes
available and
it
is
important
to
ensure
that
your
cartridge
is
of
the
correct
length
before
commencing.
Stop
Cw
Turning
Off
the
Water
Supply
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Trace
the
tubing
from
the filter
inlet,
until
you
locate the
water
supply
connection and
turn
off
any
Stop
Cock,
Isolation
Tap
or
Bah
Valve
located
at
this
point,
YOU
DO NOT
NEED
TO
TURN
OFF
THE
MAINS WATER
TAP
TO COMPLETE
YOUR
SERVICE,
ff
TT
IS
CONNECTED
WITH
ITS OWN ISOLATION VALVE.
W
Release the
pressure
from
the
system,
by opening
the filter
tap
on
the sink
to
the
on
position,
some
water
may
come
out
initiaCy
then the flow will
stop.
You
can
leave the filter
tap
open
wMe
servicing.
Undoing
the
Housings
-
Removing
the
Sump
Slide
the
plastic
housing
spanner
over
the bottom
of
the
sump.
It
is best
to
lay
the
system
down,
this allows
you
to
achieve
a
better
grip.
Loosen
the
sump
by turning
it
in
from
right
to
left
(front view)
this
may
require
you
to
remove
it
from
the wall
if
mounted.
Lift
the
system
up
and
off
the bracket.
NOTE:
The
housings
are
iuT
of
water.
Stand
them
upright
after
loosening
if
working
in
the
cupboard.
It
is advisable
to
lay
the
housings
down
in
the sink when
opening
the
rest
of
the
way
to
allow the
water to
drain
out.
Drain
the
housings
and
remove
the
cartridges.
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CLOSE
3
!?
,
A
lot
of
newer
system
use
a
series
of
quick
connect
fitting
that
OPEN
O-RING
Clean
and
inspect
the
Housings
Remove
the rubber circular
0-rings
from
the
Sump
using
a
pointed
object.
Be
careful
not to
pierce
or
cut
the
O-ring.
Inspect
the
Housing
for
any
fine lines
or
visible crack.
Check
around the inside and outside
at
the bottom
of
the
Sump
and threads
of
the
Sump
and the
Cap/Head
and the inlet and outlets.
Ifamy
fine cracks
are
visible
replace
the
housing immediately
Rinse the
housing
and
fill
about
1/3
with
water.
Add
2
tablespoons
of
bleach and
scrub inside with
dishwashing
brush. Rinse
thoroughly
with
tap
water
before
moving
on
to
the
O-ring
replacement phase.

Important:
Turn
off
the
Water
supply
before
attempting
to
open,
Before
commencing
this
operation.
this
ensure
that
you
are
able
to turn
off
the
water
supply
to
the
filtration
system
anti that
you
are aware
of
the location
of
the mains
water
tap
also
in
case
you
need
to
turn
off
the whole house
supply
in
an
emergency
.
It
would he
helpful
to
have
a
towel and
sponge
to
mop
up
any
small
spills
that
may occuryou
will
require
the
housing
spanner
supplied
with
your
system
Inspect
and
Reseat
the
O-Rings
If
replacing
(he
existing
O
rings
insert the
new
O
ring.
Hhot
replacing,
wipe
the
existing
O
ring
clean and
apply
a
thin
coating
of
food
grade
silicone lubicrant
or
clean
Vaseline
petroleum
jelly.
Reseat
the
O-ring
bach into the
Sump
and
press
it
into the
groove.
Ibis
step
is
important
to
ensure
proper
filter seal Mahe
sure
the
O
ring
is seated level
in
the
groove
by running
)tjur
finger
around the
top
of
the
O
ring.
NOTE:
When
opening
the filter
housing
to
change
the
cartridge,
the
O-ring
may
lift
out
of
the
housing
and stick
to
the
cap.
O-rings
are
not
all
the
same
so
they
may
not
fit
if
the
original housing
was
not
supplied
fcy
My
Water
Filter.
CAUTION:
If
the
O-ring
appears
damaged
or
crimped
it
should he
replaced
at
this time.
Most
manufacturers
recommend
replacement
every year.
Replacing
the Filters
Single
Filters
-ULTRAFLRI
0.5
Ceramic
Twin Filters
-
The Prer-filter is the first
stage
of
the filtration
process
The
Post
LLTRAPURE
0.5
Ceramic
filter is the second-'last
stage
of
the filtration
process
Triple
Filters
-
The Prer-filter is the first
stage
of
the filtration
process
The
Post
ULTRAPURE
0.5
Ceramic
filter is the second
The Third Filter
-
last
stage
of
the filtration
process
ULTRAPURE
O.oin
Ceramic
Filter
The
ULTRAPURE
Ceramic
cartridge
does
not
require replacement
every year.
Ifin
a
non-change cycle
this filter
can
be removed and scrubbed clean with
a
scotch -brite
style nylon
scourer
or
kitchen
brush,
(that
has
not
been
in
contact
with
food)
Scrub
while
holding
under cold
running
water
until
it
is
a
clean off-white colour.
Take
care
not to
drop
this
filter,
visually
inspect
the exterior
to
ensure
there
are
nor
fine cracks
oipitted
areas.
It
is recommended
that
this filter be
replaced
every
2
years
under normal conditions.
Longer
periods
can
be
obtained
dependant
upon
conditions.
If
in
doubt,
contact
the
My
Water
Filter
staff
and
they
will be
happy
to
aduse
you.
When
replacing
the filters
including
the
ULTRAPURE
Ceramic,
ensure
that
they
are
placed
in
the
Sump
so
you
can
see
the
manufacturer's
written label
as
you
replace
the Head.
Standard
Pre-Filters
A
standard
pleated
oipoly-spun
sediment filter
requires
changing annually
and
cannot
be scrubbed clean.
The}'
are
unable
to
remove
bacteria.
My
Water
Filter recommends the
ULTRAPURE
Ceramic
as
a
far
superior
choice.
Post
Filters
Remove
any
plastic
wraping
from
the
cartridge
and insert
it
into the
housing
sump.
Screw
the
housing
sump
onto
the
cap
and
hand-tighten
IX)
NOT OVER- TIGHTEN.
You
can
give
it
a
small
nudge
with the
plastic
housing
spanner
to
further
tighten slightly.
Over
tightening
causes
the
O
rings
to
flatten and makes
rescaling
the unit
more
difficult.
When
you
first
turn
on
the
water
you may
see some
gray
/black
colouring
this is
just
the carbon
fines,
carbon dust and is
completely
non-toxic.
Turn
Water
On
and Flush
System
Turn
on
the
water
supply slowly
to
allow
(he
housing
to
fill
with
water.
Check
for
leaks.
Let
the
system
run
for
a
few
minutes
to
allow
air
to
displace.
Please
note
that
the
apperance
of
tiny
air
bubbles
may
appear
in
you
water
for
a
few
days
after
the
cartridge change.
These
air
bubbles
may
make the
water
appear
milk}-
but
(hey
will
disperse
from
the
glass
and
in
no
way
affect
the
quality
of
your
drinking
water.
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Email:
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Cartridge
Specifications
NSF
Tested
&
Certified
Cartridge
0.5
micron absolute
Ceramic
Outer
Shell
The ceramic
outer
shell is made
from
Diatomaceous
Earth
formed
from
millions
of
microscopic
silicone she Lis
-
compressed
to
give
a
0,5
micron absolute rating
to
remove
the finest
sediment,
bacteria and
parasites.
Impregnated
with silver
ions,
the ceramic media has
enhanced bacteriostatic and self
sterilizing
properties
to
inhibit bacteria growth,
Carbon
Block
Inner
Core
The carbon block inner
core
is tested
to
remove
Chlorine
Chloramines,
bad
taste
&
odour, chemicals,
pesticides
&
Heavy
Metals.
Capacity:
12
mouths/
3000
litres*
Flow
Rate:
3.5
litres
per
minute
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,
When
fitting die
ULTRAFURE
0.5
Ceramic
Cartridge, always
insert the
top part
with
the label
“THIS
WAY
UP”
as
shown
in
IMAGE
A
1
.
IMAGE
A
Insert
the
top part
of
the
cartridge
as
shown
in
IMAGE
A,
on
the
water
filter base
part
as
shown
in
IMAGE
B
correctly.
m
This will
ensure
that
the
water
filter will work
properly
and
no
leaks shall
occur.
IMAGE
B

How
to
Flush the Fluoride Removal
Cartridge
Please follow these
IMPORTANT
Steps
below
to
ensure
there will be
no
taste
issues.
So
you
will have the best
tasting
filtered
water
possible.
i
.
Unpack
your
new
w
ater
filter
2.
Connect
your
water
filter
as
required
-
DO NOT
TURN
ON
THE
WATER
YET.
3.
Remove
all
water
filtration
cartridges
from
inside
your
water
filter
after
the Fluoride Removal
Cartridge.
Your
Fluoride Removal
Cartridge
is
normally
installed into
positions
i
or
2.
(Take
Care
wrhen
you
are
removing
the ceramic
cartridge.
Please
treat
it
like
an
Egg).
4.
Turn
on
the
water
filter and check
for
leaks and
ensure
all
is connected
correcdy.
5
.
With
the Fluoride Removal
cartridge
installed inside
the
water
filter,
with
NO OTHER
cartridges
installed
after
the Fluoride removal
cartridge, simply
turn
on
the
faucet
and let
it
flush
for
at
least
20
minutes. This
water
can
he collected
for
the
plants
if
so
desired.
6.
After
flushing
water
through
the Fluoride Removal
Cartridge
for
20
minutes,
turn
off
the
wTater
supply
and
turn
on
the
water
filter
faucet
again
to
release
any
water
pressure
and dr ain.
7. Remove
the
housings
for
the
cartridges
you
have
removed and
replace
those
cartridges
into the
positions
they
w
ere
in.
8.
Tighten
all
housings,
turn
the
water
supply
back
on
and check
for
leaks.
9.
Turn
on
water
filter and flush full
system
for
a
further
10
minutes.
10.
After
a
further
12
hours
turn
on
the
faucet
and
flush the whole
system
for
another
3
minutes,
you
are
good
to
use
your
water
filter.

Installing
Your
ULTRAPURE
0.5
m
Ceramic
Water
Filtration
Cartridge
i.
Clear
any
items
out
of
the
way
to
ensure
you
have
a
safe
clear
area
to
work,
with
no
trip
hazards
or
electricity
that
could
create
harm.
2.
Turn
off
the
water
supply
at
the T-Piece
up
under the sink
or
the sink
taps
for
a
bench
top
model.
3.
Turn
on
the
faucet
to
release
any
water
in
the line which will
remove
the
pressure
on
the
water
filter
system.
4.
Lay
a
towel down
to
soak
up
any
excess
water
and
to create
a
better
surface
to
wrork
from.
5.
Once
the
pressure
has vented
from
the
system
place
the
cartridge
tool
over
the
housing
for
the
cartridge
you
want to
replace.
6.
With
the
correct
posture
in
mind
as
required,
turn
the
housing
anti
clockwise
to
crack the seal.
Once
the
housing
seal is loose
you
can
simply
unscrewr
the
housing by
hand.
(The
ceramic
cartridges
can
crack
so
please
treat
them like
you
would
an
egg
l.
7. Remove
the
housing
and throw
away
the old
cartridge.
You
can
wrash
out
the
housing
as
required
with
2
to
3
tablespoons
of
bleach
or
a
sterilizer
of
your
choice,
flush well with
water
after
doing
so.
8.
Remove
the
O-ring
from
the
housing
and
wipe
it
clean,
lightly
lubricate the
O-ring
with silicon
grease
or
olive oil.
Replace
the
O-ring
into the slot and
press
into
place.
9.
Insert
the
newr
caruidge
into the
housing
-
For
a
under sink
it
says
this
way
up.
-
For
a
bench
top
water
filter,
the end with the hole which
says
this
way
up
goes
dowrrL
10.
Ensure
the end
of
the ceramic
cartridge
with the
open
hole fits
nicely
into
the
housing
cap
standpipe,
tighten securely
with the
housing
tool.

11.
Ensure
you
dry
the
housing
and
area
surrounding
then
turn
on
the
water
supply slowly.
Check
for
leaks,
if
no
leaks the
system
is
ready
to
move
forward
hut
if
you
detect
a
leak
repeat
from
above and
fix
the leak.
12.
Turn
on
the
water
supply
and flush the
cartridge
for
10
to
15
minutes,
this
water
may
he used
on
the
garden.
13.
After
a
further
12
hours flush
again
for
a
further
3
minutes and the
water
filter is
good
to
he used.
14.
For
a
cartridge containing
carbon
it
is normal
to
see
blackish
water
at
first
hut this will
pass
quite
quickly,
you may
also find the first
glasses
of
water
may
look
quite
milky,
this is
only
oxygen
that
is released
from
the carbon which is
perfectly
safe
to
drink and will subside
after
a
few
days.
15.
If
you
do
not
use
your
water
filter
for
5
days
it
is recommended
that
water
he
run
to waste
for
2
to
3
minutes before
drinking.
Extended
Ceramic
Cartridge
Life
Depending
on
the
amoimt
of
sediment
in
your
water
and
if
you
have sediment
protection
in
front of
the ceramic
cartridge.
If
the
water
flow slows dow
n,
you
can
simply
scrub the
ceramic
cartridge
under
a
running
kitchen
tap.
Just
use
a
f
NEW
green
scourer
pad
or
similar.
Gently
scrub the ceramic
"
cartridge
under
running
water
which will
remove
the
sediment
blocking
the outside
of
the
cartridge allowing
a
full flow
again.
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if
£
Always
wash
your
hands before and
after
cleaning
a
cartridge.
Try
not to
touch the ceramic
pan
of
the
cartridge
at
all
times.
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Website:
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Email:
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Tel:
1800
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300
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