Pure Water MINI CLASSIC CT User manual

MINI CLASSIC CT™
Water Distiller
Owners
Manual
Pure & Secure, LLC.
4511 NW 42nd, Lincoln, NE 68524 USA
Phone: [phone] • Fax: [phone]
[e-mail]
www.MyPureWater.com

CONTENTS
A letter from the President of Pure & Secure, LLC .......3
Important Safety Information ........................................4
Use and Care of the Drinking Water Container ............4
Electrical Requirements................................................4
How Distillation and Your Distiller Work........................5
Getting Acquainted With Your Mini-Classic CT .........6-7
Unpacking Your Mini-Classic CT .................................8
First Time Start-Up ................................................... 8-9
Normal Operation .........................................................9
Maintenance & Cleaning .......................................10-11
• Maintenance
• Cleaning
• Replacing the Carbon Filter
Troubleshooting .....................................................12-13
Individual Parts List ....................................................14
Exploded View of Mini-Classic CT .............................15
For the Record.............................................. back cover
Ordering Parts and Servicing ....................... back cover

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CONGRATULATIONS!
You’ve taken an important step to ensure that you and your family
have fresh, great tasting high-purity drinking water.
The Pure Water Mini Classic CT™ distiller is built of the nest
materials and constructed with care and attention to detail. If you
need assistance, please contact your local Pure Water Distributor,
or call Pure Water Customer Service at 1-402-467-9300. I urge
you to take the time to read and understand the Safety Information
section that follows.
We are sure you will have many years of use from your Pure Water
Mini-Classic CT distiller. If you’re as thrilled with this product as we
expect you will be, we encourage you to tell a friend or neighbor!
Thanks for being a member of the Pure Water Family and helping
us to “Improve the Quality of Life Through the Quality of Water!”™
Sincerely,
Al Meder
President

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USE AND CARE OF THE DRINKING
WATER CONTAINER
To ensure proper performance and a lifetime of trouble-free
service, please read the following information on general use
and care of the drinking water container:
• Do not use on stove-top burner, under heating elements,
in microwave or conventional ovens.
• Do not store hot liquids nor food in drinking water
container.
• Dishwasher-safe Lid: Top rack only.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
The Pure Water Mini Classic CT must be plugged directly
into a fully grounded outlet. The Pure Water Mini Classic CT
will use approximately 8 amps when operating, so isolate a
10 amp fuse or circuit breaker for the unit. This unit operates
on 110V, 60 cycles, or as otherwise specied on the back of
the distiller.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
• Make sure the lid is removed from the glass jug before inserting
into holding area, and before unit is turned on.
• Operate indoors only and allow at least 3 inches of clearance
around unit when in operation.
• Always unplug the power before assembling, repairing or doing
any work on the distiller.
• NEVER immerse the distiller in water or any other liquid.
• NEVER operate the distiller with a damaged cord or allow the
cord to become exposed to hot surfaces.
• NEVER let children play with the distiller.
• Make sure your electrical outlet is properly grounded. If in doubt,
contact a qualied electrician.
• NEVER remove the boiling chamber from the unit until it has
cooled down.
• The physiological effect of the operation of this appliance,
benecial or otherwise has not been investigated by UL.
• Do NOT use with an extension cord.

A distiller operates the same way. Water
is placed into a boiling chamber
where heat is applied. The
water boils and water
molecules (steam)
evaporate (1). The
steam enters the
condenser where cool air
causes the steam to
condense (2) it precipitates
(3) as droplets of pure water.
This water is collected and is
fresh, great-tasting, distilled
drinking water - the purest kind.
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HOW DISTILLATION AND YOUR
WATER PURIFIER WORK
Nature has a way to produce pure water from contaminat-
ed sea water. When the sun rises in the morning, it starts to
heat the surface of the ocean. The heat causes molecules
or pure water to evaporate (1) from the surface of the ocean
and rise to condense (2) in the form of clouds . When the
conditions are right, the clouds cannot hold any moisture
and water precipitates (3) and falls to earth as rain. The rain
collects in rivers, lakes and reservoirs and is available for
drinking.
NATURE’S DISTILLATION CYCLE...
THE PURE
WATER WAY...
1
3
2

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GETTING ACQUAINTED WITH YOUR
MINI CLASSIC CT
COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
Boiling Chamber (1). The manually-lled stainless
steel boiling chamber holds approximately one
gallon of water when lled to the proper level.
Water Level Indicator (2). A small rod which extends
down into the boiling chamber. The boiling chamber
should be lled to touch the bottom of this indicator.
CAUTION: DO NOT OVERFILL.
Heating Element (3). The 750-watt heating element
provides the heat to boil the water in the boiling
chamber.

Lid (4). The lid is constructed of heavy-gauge
stainless steel and has a special gasket and handle
which tightens to seal, when turned.
Door (5). The stainless steel door improves the
look of the unit and serves an important safety role.
DO NOT open the door until the unit has stopped
distilling for a minimum of 30 minutes.
Condenser (6). A hollow, nned stainless steel
tube where the steam from the boiling chamber is
collected and cooled by the air from the fan. The
steam is converted into high-purity drinking water.
At the top portion of the condensing coil there are
two small holes. These are two gas vents to allow
volatile compounds to escape.
Fan (7). An electrical fan which works automatical-
ly to provide a ow of air across the outside of the
condenser.
Filter (8). Before the distilled water ows into the
drinking water container, it passes through an ac-
tivated carbon lter pack to polish the taste of the
water.
Filter Housing (9). A stainless steel housing de-
signed to slide into the guides in the distiller and
holds the carbon lter pack.
Drinking Water Container (10). This glass contain-
er collects the distilled water. It is equipped with a
pour-through lid for ease of use.
Main Power Switch (11). Turns the unit on or off.
Cycle Start Switch (12). Pressing this swich will
start the 210 minute distillation cycle.
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UNPACKING YOUR MINI-CLASSIC CT
Your Pure Water Mini Classic CT water purication system
is shipped to you in a durable carton. Carefully remove the
contents from the box.
The Pure Water Mini-Classic CT carton contains:
• The Pure Water Mini-Classic CT distiller.
• Glass container and lid.
• Filter kit.
• Owners Manual and Warranty Card.
• Power Cord (Not included in 240 Volt machines).
If these are not present, please look for the Quality Assurance
Inspection Slip and note the name of the inspector. Call your
Distributor; or, in the event you can’t reach them, contact Pure
Water Customer Service Department at 402-467-9300.
Note: Save the box and packing materials for future use in the
unlikely event your Mini Classic CT should require service
work.
FIRST TIME START-UP
Starting the unit for the rst time:
1. Open the door (5) and remove the boiling chamber (1)
by pulling on the handle.
2. Remove the lid (4) by turning the black lid knob counter-
clockwise and moving the lid (4) side to side and lift out.
3. Fill the boiling chamber (1) with cold tap water until the
water touches the bottom of the water level indicator (2).
DO NOT overll.
4. Replace the lid (4) on the boiling chamber (1). Turn the
black lid knob clockwise and tighten rmly, ensuring a
good seal.
5. Push the boiling chamber (1) into the left side of the dis-
tiller until it ts snug and clears the blue decal.
6. Close the door.
7. Remove lid, and put the drinking water container (10) in
place.
Note: DO NOT install the post lter at this time. Keep the
rst batch of distilled water for soaking the post lter.

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First Time Start-Up Continued...
8. Plug the power cord into the back of the machine and
then into the electrical source.
9. Turn the power switch (11) to the ON position.
10. Press and release the “Start Cycle” Switch.
11. Allow the unit to operate until it automatically shuts off
(approximately 3.5 hours).
12. Keep the rst batch of distilled water for soaking the post
lter, but do not drink.
13. Submerge the lter (8) completely in a separate small
container with distilled water for one minute, ip the lter
several times.. Remove the lter (8) and place inside the
lter housing (9).
14. Slide the lter housing (9) into the guide above the drink-
ing water container.
15. Replace the drinking water container (10) to the distiller.
NORMAL OPERATION
1. Ensure that the boiling chamber is cool.
2. Open the door (5) and remove the boiling chamber (1) by
pulling on the handle.
3. Loosen the black knob on the lid (4) and slide the lid from
side to side and lift the lid out.
4. Swirl and empty out any water left in the boiling chamber (1)
from the prior batch.
5. Fill the boiling chamber (1) with tap water until it touches the
bottom of the water level indicator (2).
6. Place the lid (4) on the boiling chamber (1). Tighten the black
lid knob rmly, ensuring a good seal. DO NOT overtighten.
7. Push the boiling chamber (1) into the left side of the distiller
until it ts snug and clears the blue decal. Close the door.
8. Be sure lid is removed from container. Put the drinking water
container (10) in place.
9. Turn the power switch (11) to the ON position.
10. Press and release the “Start Cycle” Switch.
11. Allow the unit to operate until it automatically shuts off. This
will take approximately 3.5 hours and will produce approxi-
mately 3 liters of distilled water.
CAUTION: Never open the door during operation and never
remove the boiling chamber while the unit is operating.

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MAINTENANCE & CLEANING
With proper care on your part, your Mini Classic CT will provide
you with high-quality water for many trouble-free years.
The following recommendations are for typical water conditions.
If you live in an area where the water quality is exceptionally
poor, you may need to increase the frequency of our care.
Maintenance
Every Batch:
• Before each batch, swirl the residual water from the
previous cycle, and rinse out the boiling chamber (1).
Monthly, or every 30 gallons:
• Clean the inside of the boiling chamber (1) to remove
any buildup of solid residues. (See Cleaning below).
Every 3 months:
• Replace the carbon lter, stock #45518. (See page
11).
• Clean the exterior with Stainless Steel Cleaner &
Polish, stock #6606.
Cleaning
Cleaning the Exterior:
Use Stainless Steel Cleaner & Polish (stock #6606) and
follow instructions.
Cleaning the Boiling Chamber:
Sometimes scale will build up inside the boiling chamber.
This needs to be removed periodically to ensure good
heating element life, and high-quality drinking water.
Note: If you rinse the boiling chamber every time you ll
it, you will rarely get buildup of scale inside the boiling
chamber, and will rarely have to clean it.
Note: If you live in a “soft water area,” or you have a
water softener, your unit may never require de-scaling.

To Clean the Boiling Chamber:
1. Turn the power switch to the OFF position.
2. If the unit has been operating, allow it to cool for 30
minutes from the end of the distillation cycle.
3. Carefully remove the boiling chamber from the unit.
CAUTION: The boiling chamber will get hot and could
cause a burn if the unit has not been allowed to cool.
4. Remove the boiling chamber lid (4).
5. Drain any residual water inside the boiling chamber (1).
6. Fill the boiling chamber to the water level indicator (2).
7. Add Lumen™ Cleaner (stock #6603) to the boiling
chamber. Follow instructions on the label.
Note: DO NOT replace the boiling chamber back into the
unit during the cleaning process DO NOT allow the unit to
operate with the Lumen Cleaner in the boiling chamber.
Replacing the Carbon Filter
A carbon lter (8) is used to nish or polish the water, and
to improve the taste. The carbon lter should be replaced
approximately every 3 months, or whenever the water
develops a taste. The carbon lter is custom designed for
the Pure Water Mini Classic CT distiller.
To Replace the Carbon Filter:
1. Remove the drinking water container (10) from the unit.
2. Remove the old lter by sliding the lter housing (9)
and lter (8) towards you or removing it from the
opening in the drinking water container.
3. Immerse the new carbon lter (8) in a
separate container lled with distilled
water for one minute.
4. Remove the soaked lter
and place it into the lter
housing.
5. Slide the new lter and
housing back into the
guide.
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SYMPTOM: The distilled water has an off-taste...
Possible Cause Action...
...change post lter by following directions
for Replacing the Carbon Filter on page
11.
...thoroughly clean the boiling chamber.
Note: Make sure the boiling chamber is
cool.
Possible Cause Check...
...that there is power to your home/ofce...
...that the power cord is plugged in and is
pushed in completely to back of machine.
...that the power switch is turned on...
...that the boiling chamber is pushed in com-
pletely, and the fan rotates when the unit
is on, but the air is cool, or cold...
Then...
Replace the heating element kit (Part
#716B).
SYMPTOM: Unit does not produce water...
Possible Cause Check...
...that the power cord is plugged in and is
pushed in completely to back of
machine.
...that the power to your home/ofce is on.
...that the on/off switch (11) is turned on.
Then press the “Start Cycle” switch.
...that there is water in the boiling cham-
ber.
...that the boiling chamber (1) is completely
pushed in.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
The Pure Water Mini Classic CT distiller is designed
for years of dependable service. The following guide is
presented to assist you in the event of any problems with
your product.
NO
POWER
HEATING
ELEMENT
BURNED OUT
NEW CARBON
FILTER
NEEDED

SYMPTOM: There is water around the unit...
Possible Cause Check...
...that the boiling tank lid is aligned with
the boiling tank correctly.
...that the carbon lter is in proper posi-
tion and water is owing through it.
...that the drinking water container is cor-
rectly placed to catch the water.
...that the heating element and gasket
are tight.
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SYMPTOM: There is steam around the unit...
Possible Cause Check...
...that the unit is not pushed hard against
the wall. Keep a minimum of 2 inch
clearance.
...if there are any items on the unit that
may block the air ow. Remove any
such items.
Possible Cause Check...
...if the fan is not turning and you have
checked that there is power to the unit,
and the timer switch is on, then it may
be a failed fan motor. Replace the fan
motor (Part #45517).
INSUFFICIENT
VENTILATION OF
THE UNIT
FAN MOTOR
IMPROPER
POSITIONING

INDIVIDUAL PARTS LIST
Key # Part # Description
120V 240V
1 Lid Knob w/ Stud
2 Lid O-Ring
3 Lid Disc S.S.
4 69 69 Gasket, Boiling Tank Lid
5 Washer, Gasket Retainer
6 Spring, Tank Lid
7 Crossbar, w/ Nut
8 Nut, 1/4-20 Nylock
(1-8) 406 406 Lid Assembly Kit
9 9202A 9202AV Heating Element, 750W-Otter Style
10 9205A 9205A Seal, Silicon with Screws
11 9203A 9203A Controller, Element-Otter Style
(9-11) 716B 716BV Heating Element Kit-Otter Style
(10-11) 718B 718BV Heating Element/Controller Kit-Otter Style
12 Boiling Tank, Studded
13 9108 9108 Handle, Black Plastic
14 9009 9009 Washer, 1/4”, Stainless Steel
15 9039 9039 Nut, Acorn, 1/4-20
(9-15) 709B 709BV Boiling Tank Assembly Kit
16 745 745 1 Gallon Jar w/Pour Lid
17 7276 NA Power Cord, IEC
18 713A 713A Door Assembly, Rectangle Latch
19 9148 9148 Riser, Pop-In
20 7246 7246 Wire Tie, Black
21 9217 9217 Condensing Coil
(20-21) 712 712 Condensing Coil Kit
22 7275 7275 IEC Connector
23 45014D 45014D Top Cover
24 45504D 45504D Boiling Tank Liner, Welded
25 9204A 9204A Element Adapter
26 45024-02 45024-02 Clip, Adapter
27 9218 9218 Appliance Feet, 7/8”
28 45503C 45503C Base, Studded
29 45008D 45008D Cladding
30 45017B 45017B Back Cover Plate
31 45009B 45009B Middle Divider
32 9922 9922 Hose Clamp, Wire
33 9541 9541 Silicone Tubing
34 715 715V Timer, 210 Minute
35 642 642 On/Off Switch
36 643 643 Start Switch
37 744 744 Filter Cup Kit
38 45518 45518 Carbon Filter, 4-Pack
39 45013A 45013A Filter Holder, Square
40 45506E-02 45506E-02 Top Cabinet, Studded
41 9220 9220 1” Bushing, Closed
42 9111 9111 Terminal Block, 4-2-3
43 45016 45016 Insulation (not shown)
44 9070 9070 Nut, #10-24, Nylock
45 9003 9003 Nut, #8-32, Nylock
46 9029 9029 Screw, #10 Sheet Metal
47 9025 Screw, Fan
48 9342 9342 Guard, Fan
49 667 667BV Fan, Box
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Exploded View of Mini-Classic CT

FOR THE RECORD
The model and serial number are found on the back panel.
You should record both the model and serial number from
the back of the machine for future reference.
Model
Date of Purchase
Serial Number
Dealer Name, Phone, and Email:
Form #6567F, © 2009 Rev 2019, Pure & Secure LLC
MINI CLASSIC CT
U.S. Patent No. D.412.550
ORDERING PARTS & SERVICING
Pure Water recommends that you have your Pure Water Mini
Classic CT serviced by an authorized service center. Please
see your Pure Water Distributor.
To help you identify parts for your Pure Water Mini Classic
CT, please see the parts list included in this manual on page
14.
If you require parts or accessories at any time, please
contact your Pure Water Distributor. In the unlikely event
your Pure Water Distributor cannot help, you may contact
Pure Water Customer Service at 402-467-9300.
Beware of Imitation Parts and Accessories: Knockoff
parts and accessories are copies of OEM components that
purport to be compatible or can be substituted for an OEM
part – often called “will t” parts. They are often made with
inferior materials that do not meet our standards, and these
may jeopardize the purity of your water.