Panasonic MicroClear4000 User manual

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Operating Instructions
使用說明書
WaterPurier
For Household Use
濾水器 家庭用
Model No. TK-CJ600
TK-CJ300
English
中文（繁體）
TK-CJ600
TK-CJ300
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Safety Precautions ················EN 3
Operating Precautions···············EN 8
Product Composition ················EN 9
Names and Functions of the Parts ······EN10
Steps to Take Before Operation ········EN12
Installation 1
Checking the Main Unit and
Supplied Accessories·············EN14
Installation 2 TK-CJ600
Insert (replace) a Lithium Battery
into the Main Unit ···············EN15
Installation 3
Checking the Faucet ·············EN17
Installation 4
Installing the Water Purier ········EN20
Installation 5
Checking after Installation ·········EN27
Operation ························EN29
Maintenance······················EN31
Replacing the Cartridge ··············EN36
When the Water Supply is Cut Off ······EN41
When Not Using the Product for a
Long Period of Time ················EN41
If problems occur TK-CJ600 ·······EN42
Q&A····························EN43
Troubleshooting ···················EN45
Optional Accessories················EN47
Specications ·····················EN48
Safety Precautions Please make sure to follow these instructions
In order to prevent accidents to people or damage to property, always follow the instructions below.
■The following is an explanation of danger and damage caused due to incorrect usage
according to severity.
WARNING Indicates serious injury or death.
CAUTION Indicates risk of injury or property damage.
■Thesymbolsareclassiedandexplainedasfollows. (The following are examples of symbols.)
This symbol indicates prohibition. This symbol indicates requirements that
must be followed.
WARNING
Water supply
⿟Use only water (such as tap water) which has been approved for consumption.
(Failure to do so may cause health problems.)
⿟The main unit cannot remove harmful substances other than those listed on
P. EN48 – EN49 or cannot sterilize water.
Replacement cartridges for this water purier:
⿟Model No. TK-CJ600C-EX
How to Replace the Cartridge (P. EN36)
Contents
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WARNING
Accidental ingestion TK-CJ600
⿟Do not leave the supplied coin type lithium battery within
reach of infants or toddlers.
(Doing so may result in accessories being swallowed by mistake.)
⿟If you suspect that the battery has been swallowed, consult a
physician immediately.
CAUTION
Disassembly prohibited
⿟Do not disassemble, repair or remodel the unit.
(Doing so may cause water leakage or malfunction.)
→Please contact a dealer or subordinate service station of Panasonic for inspection
or maintenance.
Safety Precautions Please make sure to follow these instructions (continued)
CAUTION
About batteries TK-CJ600
⿟Donotdisposeofbatteryinres,orshortcircuitordisassemblethem.
(Doing so may cause burns or injury.)
⿟Always adhere to the precautions shown on the battery.
⿟Do not wet the coin type lithium battery or the battery case compartment
interior.
⿟Check the ⊕and ⊖of the battery, and insert them correctly.
⿟Remove used up battery as soon as possible.
⿟Usebatterythatarewithinthespecication’srecommendedexpirydate.
(Failure to do so may cause injury or accidents due to battery heat generation,
explosion or uid leakage.)
Accidental ingestion
⿟Do not leave the supplied accessories within reach of infants or toddlers.
(Doing so may result in accessories being swallowed by mistake.)
⿟Consult a doctor immediately if you suspect that an accessory has been
swallowed.
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CAUTION
Installation location
⿟Donotblockthepuriedwateroutlet.
⿟Donotconnectahoseorotherappliancetothepuriedwateroutlet.
(Doing so may result in water leakage or malfunction.)
⿟Do not connect the product to a hot-water supply system which does not have
anon-returnvalve(avalveforpreventingthebackowofwater).
(Doing so may result in malfunctioning of the water heater.)
⿟Do not connect the product to a mains stop type of water heater (with a
structure that makes it impossible to shut off the water at the hot water outlet
such as an instantaneous water heater).
(Doing so may result in malfunctioning of the water heater.)
Storingpuriedwater
⿟Usepuriedwaterimmediatelyafteritisproduced.Whenstoringitforfuture
consumption, pour into a clean sealed container, and consume it within 1 day
if it is kept at room temperature or within 2 days if it is kept in the refrigerator.
(For chlorine (disinfectant) contained within tap water is removed, which result in
general bacteria to increase more and cause health problems.)
CAUTION
Non-consumablepuriedwater,applications
⿟Donotusepuriedwaterforthecareofshorotherpets.
(The environment may change as a result, and the sh, etc. may
die.)
⿟Everydaybeforeusingtheproductforthersttime,allowabout0.5litersof
water to pass through it (this will take about 20 seconds).
⿟If the product has not been used for two or more days, allow about 8 liters of
water to pass through it (this will take about 5 minutes).
(Drinking water left inside the main unit may cause health problems.)
About users of the product
⿟This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
⿟Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
(Risk of accident or injury.)
Safety Precautions Please make sure to follow these instructions (continued)
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Water supply
⿟Do not drink water in case of the following
conditions.
• Water which is very turbid, or containing a
great deal of red rust
(Doing so will signicantly shorten the
cartridge life.)
Usage
⿟The temperatures of the water that can be
used for this product are shown in the
table below. Be sure to follow these
temperatures.
(If not observed, may result in malfunction or
may cause total trihalomethanes absorbed in
the cartridge to be released.)
Selector lever position Water temperature
(Puried) Under 35 °C
(Unpuried)
Under 80 °C
(Shower)
Installation location
⿟Donotinstallthewaterpurierinthe
following places.
• Near hot areas such as heating appliances
(above 60 °C)
(Doing so may cause it to become
deformed.)
• In an area in direct sunlight or where it may
be exposed to wind and rain
(Doing so may cause incorrect operation or
malfunctions.)
• Where it may freeze
(Doing so may cause cracking in the water
pipes or cartridge.)
• Where it may be covered with oil
(Doing so may cause cracking in the Water
Purier.)
⿟Do not install the product to a faucet used
only for hot water.
(Doing so may cause malfunction.)
Operating Precautions Product Composition
TK-CJ600 TK-CJ300
• With LCD display
• Cartridge replacement guidelines:
Approx. 1 year
• Cartridge replacement guidelines:
Approx. 1 year
⿟Except for limited exceptions, TK‑CJ300 are used for the water purier illustrations in this manual.
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Names and Functions of the Parts
Main unit
LCD display
⿟Displays the volume of water
(guideline) that the product can
process until cartridge
replacement is required. (P. EN37)
⿟Indicates a malfunction of the
main unit (P. EN42)
Cartridge
(P. EN36 – EN40)
Cartridge
(P. EN36 – EN40)
TK-CJ600 TK-CJ300
Selector lever
Usingpuriedwater( )
Puried water is discharged from the puried water
outlet.
Puriedwateroutlet
Usingunpuriedtapwater( / )
Discharge water from the unpuried water outlet.
UnpuriedWater
Outlet (straight)
UnpuriedWater
Outlet (shower)
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Installation 1 Installation 2 Installation 3 Installation 4 Installation 5
Checking the Main Unit
and Supplied Accessories
TK-CJ600
Insert (replace) a Lithium
Battery into the Main Unit
Checking the Faucet InstallingtheWaterPurier
The installation method
differs depending on the
shape of the faucet.
Checking after Installation
Run puried water for about
3 or 4 minutes to expel the
air inside the main unit, and
check for any malfunctions.
P. EN14 P. EN15 – EN16 P. EN17 – EN19 P. EN20 – EN26 P. EN27 – EN28
Steps to Take Before Operation
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If any items are missing, please contact the dealer from whom you purchased the product.
Main unit
TK-CJ600 TK-CJ300
Adaptor
(with gasket)
Supplied accessories
Installation Adaptor
(with 4 screws)
Bushing
(with gasket)
[TK-CJ600 only]
Coin type lithium battery
Model No.: CR2032 (Commercial item)
⿟The battery included in the package is for test
use and may have a short life.
Installation 1 Checking the Main Unit and Supplied Accessories Installation 2 TK-CJ600 Insert (replace) a Lithium Battery into the
Main Unit
⿟It displays the volume of water (guideline) that the product can process until cartridge replacement
is required.
⿟When replacing the battery, it is recommended to remove the water purier from the faucet.
⿟Do not wet the coin type lithium battery or the battery case compartment interior.
(Failure to do so may cause injury or accidents due to battery heat generation, explosion or uid
leakage.)
1Open the battery cover.
⿟Before opening the battery cover,
carefully wipe the unit free of all
moisture.
2Insert battery.
⿟When replacing the battery, remove the old
battery.
⿟Inserting the battery...
Slot Battery cover
Turn the cover counterclockwise
using a medal or a similar object.
(Do not use the battery included in
the package)
Lights up Turns off
Turns off The remaining volume
(guideline) that the
cartridge can process is
displayed (for about
10 seconds)
Proceed to Step 3
on the next page
Battery Battery case
The “+” mark must be visible
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3Close the battery cover.
①Align the installation position.
② Push and turn the unpuried water
outlet cover clockwise to the lock
position.
②
①
Mounting
position
Fixed
position
■Battery replacement timing
Replace the battery when the battery
replacement mark ( ) appears on the
LCD.
It is almost time to
replace the battery.
Flashes
The battery needs to be
replaced.
Please replace it with a
new battery.
Lights up
Note
⿟Approximate battery life
• About 1 year
• The battery included in the package is for
test use and may have a short life.
⿟Replacement battery
• This product uses the commercially
available, coin type lithium battery CR2032.
⿟Replacing the battery will not reset the
cartridge replacement guideline.
Installation 3 Checking the Faucet
⿟Bear in mind that Panasonic will not be liable for any product malfunctioning or accidents which
result from the failure to install or operate the product properly.
Faucets onto which the product can be installed
⿟Faucets with a thread on the outside
Thread diameter: 22 mm
Installing the Water Purier (P. EN20 – EN21)
6 mm or
more
Outside
thread 6 mm or
more
⿟Faucets with a thread on the inside
Thread diameter: 24 mm
Installing the Water Purier (P. EN22 – EN23)
Inside
thread
⿟Faucets without an aerator
Installing the Water Purier (P. EN24 – EN26)
<Flared faucets>
more than 10 mm
Flared:
13 mm or more, less than 24 mm
<Straight faucets>
more than 10 mm
Diameter of faucet end:
13 mm or more, less than 24 mm
Installation 2 TK-CJ600 Insert (replace) a Lithium Battery into the
Main Unit (continued)
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Faucets that require an optional accessory to install the product
With the following kinds of faucets, an optional accessory is required to install the product.
Purchase the optional accessory from your dealer.
⿟Large faucets
Diameter of faucet end: 24 mm to 32 mm
Optional accessory
Large-diameter Installation Adaptor (P. EN47)
Model No.: WTK7205X7378
For details on installation, read carefully through the
instructions that accompany the accessory.
Faucets onto which the product cannot be installed
Bear in mind that it will not be possible to install the product onto custom designed faucets or faucets
with the wrong thread diameter (which is not 22 mm) or wrong pipe diameter in addition to what is
shown below. Neither is it possible to install the product if the main unit comes into contact with the
faucet.
⿟Plastic faucets
Installation will cause the plastic area at the end of the
faucet to crack.
Plastic
• The product can be
installed onto faucets
with a metal thread.
⿟Faucets with a shower nozzle
⿟Faucets whose end area measures 10 mm or less
10 mm or less
⿟Faucets with a sensor
Installation 3 Checking the Faucet (continued)
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Faucets with an outside thread (thread diameter: 22 mm)
Important ⿟Do not use a tool to tighten up the nut.
(Doing so may damage the nut.)
⿟Please store any unused parts instead of disposing of them.
(They may be used when relocating or replacing the faucet.)
1Remove the aerator.
Outside thread
Aerator
(Do not use.)
Outside thread
Aerator
(Do not use.)
2Remove the nut and adaptor.
Nut
Adaptor
(with gasket)
Main unit
gasket
Filter
⿟Do not remove
Upon completion of installation, check that the main unit does not easily rotate and that there is no
play.
3Attach the nut and adaptor.
⿟Fully tighten by hand
4Turn the nut manually, and
tighten it securely.
Fully
tighten by
hand
■Ifitisdifculttoturn
Turn the water purier instead.
Hold the
nut
Installation 4 InstallingtheWaterPurier
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Faucets with an inside thread (thread diameter: 24 mm)
Important ⿟Do not use a tool to tighten up the nut.
(Doing so may damage the nut.)
⿟Please store any unused parts instead of disposing of
them.
(They may be used when relocating or replacing the
faucet.)
1Remove the aerator.
Inside thread
Aerator
(Do not use.)
2Remove the nut and adaptor.
Nut
Adaptor
(with gasket)
Main unit
gasket
Filter
⿟Do not remove
Upon completion of installation, check that the main unit does not easily rotate and that there is no
play.
3Attach the nut and adaptor.
Screw in the bushing.
Insert into the adaptor.
Bushing
(accessory)
Gasket
Adaptor
4Turn the nut manually, and
tighten it securely.
Fully
tighten by
hand
■Ifitisdifculttoturn
Turn the water purier instead.
Hold the
nut
Accessories used
Bushing
(with gasket)
Installation 4 InstallingtheWaterPurier(continued)
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Faucets without an aerator
Important ⿟Do not use a tool to tighten up the nut.
(Doing so may damage the nut.)
⿟Please store any unused parts instead of disposing of
them.
(They may be used when relocating or replacing the
faucet.)
1Remove the nut and adaptor.
Nut
Adaptor
(with gasket)
Main unit
gasket
Filter
⿟Do not remove
Store
instead of
disposing.
2Insert the installation adaptor
with screws removed in place of
the adaptor, and gently tighten
the nut.
Installation
Adaptor
(with 4 screws)
Tighten
gently by
hand
3Loosely tighten the screws, and
loosen the nut.
Loosely tighten
the screws (x4).
Until there is
a 3 mm or
4 mm gap
3 mm to
4 mm
Proceed to Step 4
on the next page
Upon completion of installation, check that the main unit does not easily rotate and that there is no
play.
Accessories used
Installation
Adaptor
(with 4 screws)
Installation 4 InstallingtheWaterPurier(continued)
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4While pushing the main unit up,
install it onto the faucet. 5Turn the nut manually, and tighten it securely.
1. Tighten the two rear
screws by hand until they
touch the pipe in such a
way that the pipe is
positioned in the center
of the installation
adaptor.
2. Use a screwdriver
to tighten the two
remaining screws.
Rear
screws
Installation
adaptor
Pipe
(faucet) Remaining
screws
1Runpuriedwaterforabout
3 to 4 minutes to expel the air
inside the main unit.
How to run puried water
(P. EN29 – EN30)
①Set the selector lever to “ ”
②Turn on the water faucet to let the water
ow
2Check the items on P. EN28 for
any malfunctions.
FaucetWater purier
connection
3Mark the month when the
cartridge was replaced using a
permanent marker.
E.g.:
Replaced in March
Installation 4 InstallingtheWaterPurier(continued) Installation 5 Checking after Installation
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English
EN28
Check items Inspection points and measures in case of
abnormality
Reference
page
Is water leaking from the
purier connection area?
⿟Isthewaterpurierinstalledsecurely
onto the faucet?
→Reconrmthe“InstallationProcedures”
to install the product securely.
*If the adaptor is loose, rotating the water
purier will tighten up the mounting.
P. EN20
– EN26
⿟Arethepartsinsidethewaterpurier
assembled properly?
→Assemble the parts properly.
P. EN20
– EN26
⿟Is the end of the faucet (such as insulation
cap) chipped or cracked?
→Consult a plumber.
—
Is water leaking from the
faucet?
⿟Is the faucet gasket being used an old
one?
→Consult a plumber.
—
Operation
Usingpuriedwater
Always use water with a temperature under 35 °C.
(If not observed, may result in cartridge malfunction.)
1Set the selector lever to “ ”.
⿟Using unpuried tap water (P. EN11)
Selector lever
2Turn on the water faucet to let
thewaterow.
Proceed to Step 3
on the next page
TK-CJ600
During use
For 10 seconds after
turning off the faucet
10 seconds after turning off
the faucet
To conserve battery power, the
LCD will shut off about 10 seconds
after turning off the faucet.
(Turns back on when water
passes again)
(Animation display) Displays the timing for cartridge
replacement with a remaining volume
that can be puried. (P. EN37)
⿟When the water ow is 0.6 liter/minute or less, the water is considered to have been turned off
and the remaining volume that can be puried is displayed.
Installation 5 Checking after Installation (continued)
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Usingpuriedwater
3Whennished,turnoffthewater
faucet.
Usingunpuriedtapwater
Always use water with a temperature under 80 °C.
(If not observed, may result in malfunctioning of the water purier.)
1Set the selector lever to
“ ” or “ ”.
< :Unpuried> < :Shower>
Selector lever
2Turn on the water faucet to
letthewaterow.
3Whennished,turnoffthe
water faucet.
Operation (continued) Maintenance
Note ⿟Do not use detergents, cleansers, paint thinners, benzene, alcohol, kerosene, etc.
If used by accident, wipe the product with a damp cloth to remove the detergent, etc. on
the surface.
(The detergent may get mixed in the water, cause the resin to crack or lead to
discoloration/deformation.)
⿟Do not use a metal brush, etc. (Doing so may cause scratches.)
⿟Do not use a tool to tighten up the nut.
(Doing so may damage the nut.)
Main unit
Moisten and wring a soft cloth,
and clean the product with it.
As often as once
a week
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The puried water outlet cover and unpuried water outlet cover can be removed for cleaning.
Puriedwateroutletcover Unpuriedwateroutletcover
■How to remove
Turn to remove
Puried water
outlet cover
Clean dirt
off with a
cotton swab or
similar.
■How to attach
Turn to attach
■How to remove
Turn to remove
Unpuried water
outlet cover
Remove
stains using a
toothbrush or
similar tool
■How to attach
①Align the mounting position
Mounting position
②Push and turn the cover to the fixed
position
Fixed position
As often as once
a week
⿟Water splashes remaining on the product may cause stains and mold growth.
Cleaning after each use or regular cleaning is recommended.
Maintenance (continued)
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Maintenance (continued)
Waterpurierconnectionarea
Remove the water purier,
then rinse the lter and
water intake.
The water ow may
decrease when the lter
in the main unit
connection area
becomes clogged with
impurities.
■How to attach
⿟Be sure to follow this order.
①Reinstall
Ensure to
install
②Securely tighten the nut
③After mounting the main unit, set the
lever to “ ” or “ ” and allow water to
flow for about 5 seconds.
②
③
Tighten
rmlyby
hand
Filter
Water
intake
Using a
toothbrush
or similar
tools
■How to remove
①Set the selector lever to “ ”
Selector lever
②Loosen the nut, remove the Water Purifier,
and take out the Gasket and filter.
Nut Main unit
gasket
Filter
Once a year
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When the service life of the cartridge is to be expired or the
puried water ability is reduced, please replace the cartridge
with a new one.
Cartridge replacement standard
There are 4 types of replacement standards. If one of the following conditions is met, please replace
the cartridge.
The using time
is About 1 year.
The total run
through water
volume reaches
4 000 liters.*
Theowofpuried
water suddenly
decreases.
(The cartridge is
blocked.)
When there is
unpleasant smell or
taste.
*Purication Capacity (P. EN48 – EN49)
⿟Despite the guideline above, the ow
rate may signicantly increase and
replacement will be needed earlier.
(The ow rate decreases quicker when
the tap water contains more clogging
substances.)
Replacement cartridge
Model No.TK-CJ600C-EX
(P. EN47)
(1)Water containing many
clogging substances
(2)Water with standard
quality
(1) (2)
Clogging
guideline
Total volume of
run-through water
Volume of water puried
Replacing the Cartridge
■Howtoconrm[TK-CJ600only]
The timing for replacement is displayed for 10 seconds
each time after turning off the faucet.
E.g.: 1 995 L
remaining
Ifthecartridgeremainingvolumeashes
150 L remaining
The replacement time is approaching.
Please prepare a new cartridge.
⿟When the remaining volume until replacement drops below 150 liters, the
as shown on left display will ash.
If “U26” is displayed
Please replace.
⿟When there is no remaining volume, the following indications will
alternately appear.
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Replacing the Cartridge (continued)
How to replace the cartridge
⿟Before replacing the cartridge, turn off the faucet. Do not run water through with the cartridge
removed. (Doing so will cause the water to overow.)
1Remove the old cartridge.
⿟Remove the cartridge in the sink.
(Water will drip)
①Turn the cartridge to the direction
indicated by the arrow.
②Remove.
Old cartridge
②
①
2Install the new cartridge.
①Mark the month when the cartridge was
replaced using a permanent marker.
E.g.: Replaced in March
⿟Dispose of the used cartridge in accordance with the applicable ordinances in the area concerned.
(The material of the cartridge cover is ABS. Refer to “Filter material” in “Specications” for the type
of the lter materials (P. EN49).)
②Align the mounting position and push in
cartridge to the direction indicated by the
arrow.
⿟Align the tab position and size.
③Slowly turn it in the direction of the arrow
until it stops.
⿟Do not over-tighten the cartridge.
(Doing so may damage the cartridge
mount and cause water to leak.)
Proceed to Step 3
on the next page
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