Osmio Clarity User manual

Osmio Clarity
Gravity Water Filter System
User Manual
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Updated Aug 2022

Introduction
The Osmio Clarity is made of borosilicate glass and has a wooden lid and stand. It
comes complete with Coldstream Sentry Gravity Filters, which filter to a nominal
0.2 micron level. Internally the filters contain carbon and calcium phosphate. The
biscuit ceramic layer provides 0.2 micron nominal physical barrier to particles, and
the carbon and calcium phosphate inside the filter absorb chemicals and metals.
Key points from this manual
1) The filters must be fitted with the white washer in the upper reservoir and the
black washer underneath with the wingnut.
Please note the filters do not sit exactly straight in the upper reservoir.
2) Daylight exposure creates the conditions for bacteria to strive, so unless you do
regular cleaning (every 2-4 weeks) green algae will form, so it is especially impor-
tant to not place the system where it is near daylight, e.g. a window. See care
instructions for how to clean the glass and filters, do not skip this section.
3) The reservoirs are made of glass and are fragile, please take care when han-
dling the system, especially when installing filters (take care not to overtighten).
4) The filters are changed on average every 6 months. Please download the test
reports in the Files section of the product page for third party filter performance
data.
5) Getting the wooden parts (stand and lid) wet will cause the wood to swell and
become damages, so keep these parts dry and if they get wet, dry them right away.
Please ensure you are careful not to damage the glass
when installing filters and thoroughly examine and in-
spect the filter and tap holes in the upper and lower
reservoir to ensure the glass is not damaged.

Wooden Lid
with Metal Handle
and Air inlet Valve (which lets
air in to stop air locks)
Wooden Base and Stainless Steel
Tap with Fittings
One White Gasket at
the top and one Black
Gasket at the
bottom (any extra
ones supplied are
spares)
Getting the stand
or lid wet will
cause wood to
swell so keep it
dry and if it gets
wet, dry it right
away
The water level will
never get to the
bottom due to the
lack of weight to
drive it through the
filter, please note
there will always be
up to 1-2 inches of
water left here
Understanding the System
Box Contents
- Glass Upper and Lower Res-
ervoir
- Two Coldstream Sentry Fil-
ters (come supplied with one
wingnut and two black gas-
kets, one to use and one
spare)
- Two White Gaskets (Used in
the Upper Chamber)
- Stainless Steel Spigot Tap
with two washers and nut.
- Wooden Lid and Stand

Before Assembly
Cleanliness is paramount. Ensure that you wash your hands or wear
rubber gloves before commencing. Carefully unpack the box and
familiarise yourself with all the components. Carefully clean the glass
bowls. Ensure there are no shards of glass.
Choose the location for the housing
Choose a cool, dry location with a flat and steady surface. Please note
that if the system is in direct sunlight, this can cause the water to receive
lovely energy from the sun, but if left for a long time will make the water
go bad!
Installation Step 1: Install the Tap
From the outside, insert the tap thread through the hole in the lower reser-
voir. From the inside of the reservoir; Place the second silicon gasket over
the thread, remove the protective film from the stainless steel washer before
placing this over the thread and ensure it is correctly seated.
Using your fingers, tighten the nut onto the thread, ensuring the tap is cor-
rectly orientated. Holding the tap in place, tighten the in inside until the sili-
con gaskets match the shape of the reservoir inside and out. Do not
over-tighten beyond this point. Usually it is not necessary to use a spanner
to make the nut really tight. Most people can do it by hand.
Unscrew the nut from the stain-
less steel tap. Remove the protec-
tive film (if applicable) from the
outer stainless steel washer and
place it onto the tap thread.
Ensure the concave shape is ori-
entated to match the silicone
grommet that is to be fitted next.
Place a silicon gaskets onto the
tap thread and push down to rest
against the washer.

TAKE NOTE! Fitting the tap for the first time (or
when refitting the tap) can cause very small
fragments of glass to shed off.
After fitting the tap, ensure you wipe the area
and bowl clean with a dry cloth and also rinse
the bowl with water.
Glass Lower Reservoir
Tap
Gasket
Cover
Rubber Silicone
Gaskets
Gasket
Cover
Nut
PLEASE NOTE
If you have any water coming from between the glass and the gaskets it
normally indicates the nut needs further tightening.
Please note the tap lever should be closed before the lower reservoir fills
with water.

WHITE
BLACK
BLACK
ONE BLACK WASHER IS A
SPARE
Put the reservoir on it’s side.

Installation Step 3: Flushing the filters
Make sure the tap is in the closed position. This is when the lever is at an
angle to the tap (not in the line with the tap).
• Fill the upper tank to the top with water using a separate jug, bottle or
other container. If you are not using mains treated water, ensure that the
water used is in the very least running clear before use (unless if
needed in disaster and emergency situations).
• Usually within 10 minutes or much sooner, the water will drip
through the ceramic filter.
• Check that the water is dropping from the filters themselves, and not
between the rubber gaskets that make the seal between the filter and
the two holes in the upper reservoir.
• Wait now for 1 hour and then discard then open the tap and discard the first
filtered batch of water. Then repeat the process of filling the upper
reservoir. After this has come through the water is ready to use.
• The maximum flow will be reached when the filter is completely
saturated and all the air has been primed out. Ceramic contains many
air pores after manufacturing and it will take up to 5 full cycles for trapped
air to escape completely and maximum flow to be achieved.
• When filling the upper tank, take care not to overfill. The water level in
the upper tank must not exceed the empty volume of the lower tank to
prevent the joint from spilling between the tanks.
For the initial filter of the filter there may be carbon or ce-
ramic residue there. The filter system also does not reduce
more than approximately 30% of limescale so white particle
build up can happen because of that. Ensure you regularly
clean your lower reservoir or as required.

Filter Changing & Cleaning
• If after months of use the flow decreases, it may be possible to
extend the life of the filter and improve the flow by cleaning the
Coldstream Sentry Ceramic Filter Candle. It is recommended to change the
filters every 6 months.
• Carefully remove candle from the unit and handle it as any fragile
ceramic. Using a new and clean soft toothbrush or soft scouring pad,
scrub the filter under running water or in a bowl of water.
• Always brush away from threaded mount, taking care not to
contaminate the mount. Never use soap, detergents nor steel wool.
Be sure to follow the process in Step2 for reinstalling the filters. If you
accidentally drop the candle and it did not brake, to ensure the integrity do the
following test. First the filter needs to be air dried for at least 24 hours.
Submerge it into water container while holding a finger over the outlet to keep
the air inside. If there is a crack the trapped air would exit through it and you
would see bubbles indicating replacement.
Housing cleaning
• Vinegar or citric acid with a damp cloth works great to clean off any
limescale that would build up over time. It is recommend to clean the glass
upper and lower reservoir frequently to prevent algae and limescale build up.
System maintenance
NB - USE THE OSMIO SANSER SPRAY WHICH USES SALT AND TAP WATER AND ELECTRICITY TO MAKE
BLEACH WHICH YOU CAN USE TO SPRAY YOUR GLASS AND CERAMIC FILTERS.

FAQs and Troubleshooting
1. What is the round plastic part on the lid?
This is to let air in. Do not use this to refill the upper chamber. Always take the lid off and we
recommend to use a jug to refill the upper reservoir.
2. Why is the system getting wet outside?
This is due to condensation forming on the glass. This is not ideal as the condensation can run
down and damage wooden stand. Condensation can happen after cold water is put into the
supper reservoir and the room is warm and has moisture in the air (humidity). To minimise
this, ensure there is good ventilation in the room.
3. What do I do when going on holiday?
If the filters are less than 4 months old, you can clean them and p,lace them in a clean grip
seal bag for up to 2 weeks in the fridge and reinstall them after, and then flush them as per a
new set of filters. If in any doubt, the safest option is to use new filters. Leave the upper and
lower reservoir dry and clean them before reusing.
4. How often should the filters be changed for the optimum fluoride reduction?
Based on tests, each filter should provide 500 litres of fluoridated water filtration where the
fluoride level is not exceeding 1.5 ppm. At 3000 litres the fluoride reduction was tested to be
around, which means you should estimate how many litres per day you are using and amend
your replacement frequency accordingly.
5. How often should I clean the system?
We think every 2 weeks. Using the Osmio Sanser Sanitising Spray makes cleaning the system
very easy and environmentally friendly.