Puretec Z18 User manual

AS/NZS 3497
Licence No. WM 74726
Australian Certication
Services
User Guide
Quick Twist Undersink Water Filter System
Z12 / Z18
For correct operation & installation it is essential to observe these instructions.JUNE2019

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Puretec Customer Service
Thank you for purchasing a Puretec Quick Twist Undersink Water Filter System. Your system is
a proven performer manufactured from only quality materials and components and will give
years of ‘spring fresh’ water free of impurities if maintained properly.
The Puretec Z12 & Z18 system cartridges need replacing regularly to maintain optimum
performance. This is a simple procedure when following instructions. For cartridge
replacements contact your nearest Puretec stockist.
Customer Service Helpline 1300 140 140 (Australia) 0800 130 140 (New Zealand).
Caution: Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or with water of unknown
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What's Inside
Operation ............................................................................................................................................... 3
Cartridge Replacement................................................................................................................... 3
Installation Requirements and Procedure ........................................................................... 3
Cartridge Changeout ....................................................................................................................... 4
Use Guidelines .................................................................................................................................... 5
Z12 / Z18 Assembly......................................................................................................................... 6
Z12 / Z18 Faucet Connections ................................................................................................... 7
Z12 / Z18 Battery Installation........................................................................................................7
Z12 / Z18 Performance Data...................................................................................................... 8
Warranty.......................................................................................................................................................9
What's Inside
This product contains a button battery. Accidental ingestion may
occur and can be fatal. Please keep out of reach from infants. If you
suspect an accidental ingestion please contact emergency services.

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Quick Twist Undersink Water Filter System with LED Faucet
Operation
The Puretec Z12 & Z18 systems are designed to run economically for many years dependent
on the initial installation and periodical maintenance.
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
Cartridge Replacement

months (dependent on water quality and usage).

the battery from the rubber seat. Please refer to page 6 for a detailed diagram.
Order Z1-R for a replacement cartridge to suit your Z12 or Z18 system.
Installation
This system comes complete with an installation kit enabling it to be connected to 15
mm (½”) male thread. This product must be installed in accordance with local plumbing
regulations by a licensed plumber.
Installation requirements
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 
 
4 Suitable location for faucet.
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(½”) copper pipe. No electrical or drainage requirements needed.

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Installation Procedure
 

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2. Isolate water supply. Uninstall the connections on the cold water line and connect the
Smart Tee™. Reinstall the previous connection to the tee valve.
3. Connect the pressure limiting MultiValve to the Smart Tee™ with a length of White
Tubing.
 

as in the instructions for your model in step 5.
5. To install the faucet follow the instructions for your model below.
Z18 Faucet

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supplied onto the base of the tap. Insert into the Counter Top or Sink and place the
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the tap is in the correct position on the bench. Then place the Olive in the 1/4"

and attach to the tap thread.
Z12 Faucet
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

1/4" Tube and the Olive Insert into the end of the Tube and attach to the tap thread.
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 



 
in the tubing.
9. Restore the water supply and check for leaks.
 

Installation

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Quick Twist Undersink Water Filter System with LED Faucet
Installation Guide
Cartridge Installation/Changeout
 
 
applicable).
Replacement cartridge Z1-R
 
 
 
discontinue use and call your supporting dealer.
 
Use Guidelines
• Minimum operating pressure 200 kPa.
 
 
 
 
• This system must be installed according to local plumbing codes on the cold water line

• Replacement Cartridge: Z1-R
 

replacement frequency.
 


Caution: Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality


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Z12 / Z18 Assembly
1. Cut the tube square and push in to
the tube stop. For metal tube remove
burrs and chamfer tube end to prevent


 
 
tube is pushed in to tube stop.

3. Tube is secured in position.
Figure 2
Figure 1
1
No. 
1Smart Tee™

2 White Tubing
3 MultiValve
4 Filter Cartridge
5 Mounting Bracket
6
7 Tube Insert
8
Washer
9 Black Plastic Washer
10 Black Rubber Washer
11 
12 

2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12

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Quick Twist Undersink Water Filter System with LED Faucet
Z12 / Z18 Faucet Connections
Figure 3
Faucet Display Battery Seat
Circuit Board
Battery
(CR2032)
Chrome Plated Metal Flange
ø12.5 Hole
Counter Top
Cone Washer/Olive

Plastic Washer


Gasket


BATTERY INSTALLATION - LED REMINDER LIGHT
1. Remove the black battery seat from the
faucet lever handle (see Figure 3).
 
positive side up.

twice and then followed
by the blue light.
3. Reinstall battery
seat assembly
into the faucet
lever.
Important note: Battery must be replaced when changing cartridges.
 
are due to be changed (usage has

Please change the battery when
changing the cartridges.
Positive
side up
Negative on
the PCB
 
Note: Filter faucet may vary
depending on system purchased.

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Z12 / Z18 Performance Data
Performance Data
Substance Guidelines*
Average

Concentration

Concentration
Min Percent
Removal
Average

Concentration
Average
Percent
Removal
NSF Standard 42 Drinking Water Treatment Units
Chlorine


 2.1 0.3 50% 0.25 >94%
Standard 53 Cyst Live Cryptosporidium POU/POE
Cyst <1  ND (1) 99.98% + ND (1) 99.99%
Test Parameters
 120
 290
Temp deg C 21°C
Turbidity NTU 0.1
pH 7.57 
ND = Not Detected
This appliance meets the domestic water treatment appliance Standards AS/NZS3497 for the following
water treatment processes:
Class Treatment type Function Pass
IMicrobiological Status
Bacteriostatic 
remove them unless II(a) is passed
N/A
II Microbiological Treatment
II (a) Bacteria Removal Will remove or inactivate bacteria N/A
II (b) Virus Removal Will remove or inactivate virus N/A
II (c)  Will remove or inactivate Cryptosporidium

inactivate bacteria and virises unless II(a)
and II(b) is passed

III Turbidity & Particulate Reduction Reduces cloudiness 
IV Taste & Odour Reduction Reduces taste & odours 
V Chemical Treatment Decreases chlorine 

Notes

the name you can trust for viable and proven water solutions. The complete range of Puretec

worldwide market.



appliance it is essential to observe manufacturer’s instructions.
Warranty
Any claim under this warranty must be made within 10 years of the date of purchase of the
product. This product is warranted to be free of defect of material and workmanship for 10
years from date of purchase. 10 year warranty is 1 year parts and lanour plus 9 years parts
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The warranty only applies if the product was used and/or installed in accordance with the
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or implied warranties and manufacturer shall in no circumstance be held liable for damages
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law.
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Warranty

10 Installation & Operation Manual Copyright © Puretec Ltd 2019
Warranty/Australia
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This warranty is provided in addition to other rights and remedies you have under law: Our
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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
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Warranty/New Zealand

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This warranty is provided in addition to other rights and remedies you have under law: Our

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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
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Quick Twist Undersink Water Filter System with LED Faucet
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