Puretec Sparq S4 User manual

User Guide
Sparkling, Chilled & Ambient Water Filter System
For correct operation & installation, it is essential to observe these instructions.
MAR2021
SODA
COLD
CHILLING
WMTS 105
Certicate No. 23291
Australian Certication
Services
Sparq S4

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AUSTRALIA
Customer Service: 1300 140 140
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.puretec.com.au
NEW ZEALAND
Customer Service: 0800 130 140
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.puretec.co.nz
What's Inside
What's Inside
Puretec Customer Service ...........................................................................................................................3
Installation Record ...........................................................................................................................................3
Before Installation.............................................................................................................................................4
Parts Included......................................................................................................................................................5
Specications.......................................................................................................................................................5
Figure 1 - Dimensions.....................................................................................................................................6
Figure 2 - Tap Button Identication ........................................................................................................7
Figure 3 - CO₂ Bottle .......................................................................................................................................7
Figure 4 - Exploded Diagram......................................................................................................................8
How To Operate The Tap ..............................................................................................................................9
Figure 5 - How To Use Quick Connect Fittings..................................................................................9
Figure 6 - SmartTee™Quick Connect Fitting...................................................................................10
Installation..........................................................................................................................................................11
Cold/Ambient Water Commissioning ...................................................................................................13
Soda/Sparkling Water Commissioning................................................................................................13
Filter Maintenance .........................................................................................................................................14
Gas Replacement ..........................................................................................................................................16
Troubleshooting...............................................................................................................................................17
Warranty..............................................................................................................................................................18

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Introduction
Puretec Customer Service
Thank you for purchasing a Puretec Sparq S4 Drinking Water Appliance. The Sparq S4 is
a proven performer manufactured from only quality materials and components. It will
give years of reliability and trouble-free operation if maintained properly.
Caution: Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or without adequate
disinfection before or aer the system.
The Puretec Sparq S4 is designed for metropolitan supply water only.
Flush the system for 5 minutes or more, aer any period of non-use, more than 2 weeks.
Note: Where maximum line pressure exceeds 500 kPa, the supplied multivalve
(pressure limiting valve) must be installed to comply with Australian Plumbing
Standards.
PRODUCT INFORMATION
Model Number: SPARQ-S4
Serial / Batch Number:
(Refer to label on the rear of the unit)
Purchased From:
Date of Installation:
Installer / Plumber Details:
Installation Record
For future reference, ll in the following data:
All installation and service work should be completed by qualied tradespeople. Faulty
operation due to unqualied persons will result in voided warranty.
All plumbing must comply with AS 3500.1 and AS3500.2.15.

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Before Installation
VERY IMPORTANT! Carefully read through this instruction booklet and check
that all requirements can be met. Faulure to meet requirements may result in
voided warranty.
• Check the mains water pressure is between 172 - 500kPa.
Note: Where maximum line pressure exceeds 500 kPa, the supplied multivalve
must be installed to comply with Australian Plumbing Standards.
• The Sparq S4 system is designed for mains/towns warter supply only.
•Caution: Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or without
adequate disinfection before or aer the system.
• Check the appliance rating plate and ensure correct power supply is available for
the appliance and the relevant circuit will not be overloaded (see Specications).
• Check both unit and tap locations are within reach of each other and within reach
of the power and water connections
• Check there is sucient room for the appliance inclusive of ventilation requirements
within the cupboard and that the cupboard is capable of supporting the appliance
with a net weight of 24 kg including the gas bottle (see Fig. 1).
Note: It may be required for additional ventilation to be installed within the
cupboard/door to ensure there is adequate cross ventilation to mitigate cupboard
temperature reaching 40°C or above. Inadequate ventilation can lead to malfunction
and void warranty.
Installation Note: A water lter system/tap, like any product, has a limited life and may
eventually fail. Also sometimes failure happens early due to unforeseen circumstances.
To avoid possible property damage, this product should be regularly examined for
leakage and/or deterioration and replaced when necessary. A drain pan, plumbed to an
appropriate drain or outtted with a leak detector, should be used in those applications
where any leakage could cause property damage, and/or the water supply should be
turned o if no one is home/present.
Before Installation

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Parts Included
Specications
Sparq Unit Faucet/Tap
Wiring Loom
SmartTeeTM CO2Bottle
TubingMultivalve
Regulator
SODA
COLD
CHILLING
Model: SPARQ-S4
Flow: 20 Lph
Chilled Temperature: 4°C to 10°C
Power Requirements: 50Hz / 220~240 V
Max Power Consumption: 100 W
Tap Dimensions: 423 (H) x 205 mm (W)
Appliance Dimensions: 390 (H) x 81 (W) x 105 (D) mm
Warranty: 1 year^
Power CordStraight
Connector
Spacer
Parts Included
Unpack the equipment. Ensure all parts are present and have not been damaged in transport. You
should have:

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System Identication
A Ø26mm hole is required for faucet (Max. 30mm).
^Warranty cover parts and labour for the period of 1 year where applicable subject to approval.
Figure 1 - Dimensions

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System Identication
CO2Bottle
Figure 2 - Tap Button Identication
Cold
Sparkling
Ambient
Figure 3 - CO2 Bottle
Pressure Regulator
CO2Tube (Black)
Pressure Gauge
Pressure
Gauge
TOP VIEW SIDE VIEW

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Figure 4 - Exploded Diagram
Note: All lines are 1/4" tube.
Water Inlet Connection
(Blue)
Multivalve
(Pressure Limiting Valve)
Water Outlet
(White)
CO2 Tube
(Black)
Straight Connector
Unit Power Supply
Wiring Loom
SmartTee™
Tap
Water Inlet
Sparq Faucet
System Identication

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System Identication
1. Cut the tube square and
push in to the tube stop. For
metal tube remove burrs and
chamfer tube end to prevent
O-Ring seal being damaged.
DISCONNECTION PROCEDURE
4. Push collet against body and
slide tube out of tting.
2. Fitting grips before it seals.
Ensure tube is pushed in to
tube stop.
Figure 5 - How To Use Quick Connect Fittings
3. Tube is secured in
position.
How To Operate The Tap
When the blue light is on, the tap is in 'Sleep Mode'. Press the desired button once and the
LED light will change from blue to green to indicate that the tap is ready. Press the button
again to start dispensing water.
1. Push the button (top) for cold water.
2. Push the button (middle) for sparkling water.
3. Push the button (bottom) for ambient water.

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Figure 6 - SmartTee™ Quick Connect Fitting
2. Cut the tube square and push into into the tube stop (inside
the collet). For metal tube; remove burrs and chamfer tube
end to prevent O-ring seal being damaged.
6. Push the collet against the quick connect nut and slide tube
out of tting.
3. The tting grips before it seals. Ensure the tube is
pushed all the way into the tube stop.
4. Once the tube is secured in position, turn the quick connect
nut clockwise to secure.
Note: Hand tighten only. Do not overtighten.
1. Turn the quick connect nut on the SmartTee™ anticlockwise to
release the collet.
5. Turn the quick connect nut on the SmartTee™
anticlockwise to release the collet.
DISCONNECTION PROCEDURE

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where any leakage could cause property damage, and/or the water supply should be
turned o if no one is home/present.
1. Select a suitable position for the tap so that it dispenses into the sink bowl with ample
clearance below the outlet and drill a 26 mm hole (max 30 mm).
2. Isolate water supply. Uninstall the connections on the cold water line and connect the
SmartTee™ (see Fig. 6). Reinstall the previous connection to the SmartTee™.
3. Connect the inlet of the multivalve to the outlet of the SmartTee™ with a length of
blue tubing. Please see Fig. 4 for water ow direction.
4. Connect the straight connector to the white tube on the tap (see Fig.4).
5. Remove the black plastic nut from the tap thread and connect the wiring loom to the
tap (see Fig.4). Take care not to bend or break the pins.
6. Carefully feed the straight adaptor, tap connections and wiring loom through the tap
hole and place tap into position ensuring it sits ush to the sink/benchtop.
7. Screw the tap nut on and tighten making sure the tap is correctly positioned on top.
Fixing the tap to a sink may require more care to align all the parts. HAND TIGHTEN
ONLY. Do not overtighten as overtightening may split the plastic nut.
Note: For thin bench tops or a sink mount, use the supplied spacer, slipping it up the
thread, followed by the black nut to tighten.
8. Choose the best position for the unit with the required 150 mm clearance for
ventilation to the rear and top of the unit. Remember to allow access room for
changing lters at the top of the unit and a suitable place where water spillage will
not cause damage.
Note: If cupboard does not permit enough space for lter changes, leave enough tube
length to allow the lter system to come out of the cupboard to change the lters.
Installation
VERY IMPORTANT! The following installation sequence must be followed in the
correct order and as specied in this userguide by suitably qualied tradespeople.
The unit and CO2 Bottle must be installed upright (as depicted within this user
guide) In the event of a leak or electrical fault, the unit must be isolated from
both power and water. Advice should be sought out by the relevant licenced
tradesperson.
Installation Note: A water lter system/tap, like any product, has a limited life and may
eventually fail. Also sometimes failure happens early due to unforeseen circumstances.
To avoid possible property damage, this product should be regularly examined for
leakage and/or deterioration and replaced when necessary. A drain pan, plumbed to an
appropriate drain or outtted with a leak detector, should be used in those applications

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9. With a length of blue tubing, connect the outlet of the multivalve to the inlet at the
back of the unit (see Fig. 4).
10. With a length of white tubing, connect the straight adaptor to the water outlet,
trimming back any ecess tubing.
11. Attach the wiring loom from the tap to the unit, taking care not to bend or break the
pins (see Fig. 4).
12. Leaving the power o, connect the power cord at the rear of the unit to the power
outlet (DO NOT TURN POWER ON).
Note: DO NOT turn on the water/and or power supply, this will be done in the Cold/
Ambient Water Commissioning steps.
13. Position the CO2 bottle as close to the unit as possible, ensuring the bottle is upright.
Note: Any CO2 bottles should always be upright during use, storage and transit. If the
bottle has been le horizontal, place upright and let stand for 60+ minutes to allow
contents to settle before initialising. The SPARQ-CO2is NOT rellable.
14. Ensure the regulator is in the o position by turning the black knob fully counter-
clockwise (-) until home (see Fig.3).
15. Connect the CO2bottle to the regulator by screwing the regulator clockwise onto
the bottle rmly, but taking caution not to overtighten as this may cause the sealing
rubber to perish and leak. Use soapy water on the connection between the bottle and
regulator to test for leaks.
Note: Some CO2will escape as the valve in the bottle is depressed during connection.
16. Attach the black tube connect the “CO2 IN” connection at the back of the unit to the
CO2regulator (See Fig.3).
Note: DO NOT open the regulator, this will be done in the Soda/Sparkling Water
Commissioning Sequence.
17. Ensure there is adequate ventilation around the unit (150 mm).
18. Check all tubes from the undersink unit to the tap ensuring there are no kinks in the
tubing, and any tube sag is minimised as it can cause ow to be reduced.
19. Double check all tubes, ttings and connections to and from the unit and tap have
been connected and tted correctly.
20. Check all electrical connections are rmly tted and there is no damage.

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Cold/Ambient Water Commissioning
21. Turn on the water supply at the inlet (SmartTee™ valve).
22. Turn on the power supply at the power point -The tap light should illuminate.
23. Flush the lters by pressing the cold button on the tap for 1-2 minutes
followed by the ambient button for another 1-2 minutes or until water runs
clear of carbon nes. (It is normal for black nes, cloudiness or micro-bubbles to come
through during the lter ush).
Note: To activate water ow, press the button once and the ring light on the top of the
tap body will go green, then press and hold the button again for water ow.
24. Turn on the COLD power switch on the back of the chiller. The chilling indicator on the
front panel of the unit will turn o once the correct temperature is reached.
Note: The temperature is preset to 4-10 degrees within the tank. It takes approx 20-
30 minutes to complete its chill cycle dependent on incoming water temperature and
ambient surrounds of the unit.
Soda/Sparking Water Commissioning
25. Ensure the CO2 bottle is connected rmly to the regulator and the black gas tube is
tted correctly.
26. Slowly open the CO2 regulator by turning the black knob clockwise (+) until the gauge
reads 3 Bar.
27. Turn o the water supply at the inlet (SmartTee™valve).
28. Purge the soda water line of any air by pressing on the sparkling button on the
tap for 30 seconds.
29. Turn on the water supply at the inlet (SmartTee™ valve).
30. Turn on the SODA power switch on the back of the chiller and operate the sparkling
button on the tap for 15 seconds allowing any excess CO2to be dispensed.
31. Allow 2-5 minutes for the soda tank to ll completely.
Note: The bar pressure on the CO2gauge will increase during this process. Venting
from the CO2gauge and/or the pressure relief valve within the unit is normal during
this step.
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Filter Maintenance
32. Operate the sparkling button on the tap for 10 - 15 seconds and allow the tank
to rell for approximately 1 minute, repeating this process 1-3 more times or until
water carbonation is noticed.
Note: The bar pressure on the CO2 gauge will uctuate between 3-4 Bar during this
process and during normal operation.
33. Allow 1-2 hours for the water to both chill and reach full carbonation.
Note: A small amount of water will come out aer using the sparkling feature for 1-2
seconds. This is normal as the CO2is purged from the line.
1. Isolate water at the SmartTee™ and
depressurize lines by pressing the Ambient
tap button until ow stops.
2. Remove lter cover by pushing the clip in on
top of the unit.
3. Push in the
release button
on the lter
manifold and
li out of the
unit.
Filter Maintenance - Every 12 Months or When Taste Returns
Release clip &
remove cover.
Manifold release
button.

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Filter Maintenance
Undo filters. Insert new filters.
4. Unscrew old lters from the manifold in an clockwise direction.
5. Clean inside manifold (wipe down) so there is no excess water.
6. Remove all packaging from the new lter cartridges. Insert each new cartridge into the
manifold by pushing up and rotating in a anti-clockwise direction until it stops.
7. Reinsert the manifold ensuring it clicks in securely.
8. Restore the water supply (SmartTee™ valve), checking that there are no water leaks.
9. Reinstall the lter cover.
10. Flush the lters for 5-10 minutes by operating the chilled water button rstly for
a few minutes followed by the ambient water button for a further few minutes or
until black carbon nes have cleared. It is normal for black nes, cloudiness or micro-
bubbles to come through during the lter ush.

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Gas Replacement - As Required
1. Isolate the CO2by turning the black knob fully counter-clockwise (-) until home.
2. Unscrew the depleted CO2bottle from the regulator. (Turn the empty Co2bottle
clockwise).
Note: Some CO2will escape as the valve in the bottle is depressed.
3. Connect the new CO2bottle to the regulator by screwing the bottle counter-clockwise
onto the regulator rmly, but taking caution not to overtighten as this may cause the
sealing rubber to perish and leak.
Note: Use soapy water on the connection between the bottle and regulator to test for
leaks.
Note: Some CO2will escape as the valve in the bottle is depressed.
4. Slowly open the CO2 regulator by turning the black knob clockwise(+) until the gauge
reads 3 Bar.
5. Operate the sparkling button on the tap for 10 - 15 seconds and allow the tank
to rell for approximately 1 minute, repeating this process until water carbonation is
noticed in the dispensed water.
Note: The Bar pressure on the CO2 gauge will uctuate between 3-4 Bar during this
process and normal operation.
6. Allow 1-2 hours for the water to both chill and reach full carbonation.
Note: A small amount of water will come out aer using the sparkling feature for 1-2
seconds. This is normal as the CO2is purged from the line.
7. Check with your local governing bodies for any disposal requirements and discard the
empty bottle.
Gas Replacement

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SYMPTOMS POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION
No cold water. Cold temperature switch is o. Please turn the cold
temperature switch on.
Refrigerant is low. Call your service provider.
Problem with compressor or
thermostat.
Call your service provider.
No cold water
from tap.
Ice blockage. Please turn o the power
supply and allow 24 hrs for the
blockage to melt.
No water inside the cold water
tank.
Please check mains water
supply.
Soda not working
or at.
CO2 bottle is empty. Replace CO2 bottle.
Soda power is o. Turn on the soda power switch.
CO2 line needs re-
commissioning.
Follow the Soda/Sparkling
Water Commissioning steps.
Not enough bar pressure. Slightly increase CO2 bar
pressure. DO NOT exceed 4 bar.
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting

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Warranty
WARRANTY
Any claim under this warranty must be made within 1 year of the date of purchase of the
product. This product is warranted to be free of defect of material and workmanship for
1 year from date of purchase. To make a claim under the warranty, take the product and
proof of purchase to place where you purchased the product, and they will lodge a Warranty
Request with Puretec. 1 year warranty is parts and labour. Excludes cartridges and canisters.
Puretec will pay your reasonable, direct expenses of claiming under this warranty. You may
submit details and proof of your expense claim to place of purchase for consideration.
The warranty only applies if the product was used and/or installed in accordance with the
user guide and/or installation instructions. This warranty is given in lieu of all other express
or implied warranties and manufacturer shall in no circumstance be held liable for damages
consequential or otherwise or delays caused or faulty manufacturing except as excluded by
law.
Applicable to all above, is that the warranties need to be approved by Puretec to ensure
product was not incorrectly used, installed or claimed. False and incorrect claims will be
pursued at Puretec’s discretion, including chargeable inspection and labour costs incurred.
WARRANTY / AUSTRALIA
This warranty is given by Puretec Pty Ltd, ABN 44 164 806 688, 37-43 Brodie Road Lonsdale
SA 5160, telephone no. 1300 140 140 and email at [email protected].
This warranty is provided in addition to other rights and remedies you have under law: Our
goods come with guarantees which cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law.
You are entitled to replacement or refund for a major failure and to compensation for other
reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or
replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a
major failure.
WARRANTY / NEW ZEALAND
This warranty is given by Puretec Ltd, Reg. No 4464398, PO Box 875, Cambridge 3450, NZ,
telephone no. 0800 130 140 and email at [email protected].
This warranty is provided in addition to other rights and remedies you have under law: Our
goods come with guarantees which cannot be excluded under the Consumer Guarantees Act.
You are entitled to replacement or refund for a major failure and to compensation for other
reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or
replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a
major failure.

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Puretec water care products are designed, manufactured and supported by Puretec Ltd the name you can trust for viable and proven water
solutions. The complete range of Puretec products are developed, rened, made to meet and exceed stringent specications for the worldwide
market. All pictures and information are supplied as a guide only. Fittings not Included. ^1 Year Platinum Protection applies to Puretec Systems
when used in conjunction with a Puretec lter cartridge. Warranty excludes cartridges.
Important Note: Sales of products are subject to our Terms and Conditions which are available upon request. All specications, information and
photos are a guide only and are subject to change without notice. Please ring to conrm details. Warning: For correct operation of this appliance it
is essential to observe manufacturer’s instructions. Caution: Do not use with microbiologically unsafe water or water of unknown quality without
adequate disinfection before or aer the system. Under normal circumstances a pressure limiting valve is not required. However, if incoming
water pressure exceeds 500 kPa, a pressure limiting valve must be tted prior to inlet. Copyright © Puretec Ltd 2021