Spring Well ULTRA UWS1 User manual

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Installation Instructions
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WHOLE HOUSE FILTER &
SALT-FREE WATER SOFTENER
MODELS: CSF1, CSF4
You get the best of both worlds when you combine the
benefits of our high-tech SpringWell FutureSoft and
environmentally-friendly salt-free water softener and our
whole house water filter, which uses the highest quality
coconut shell catalytic carbon that targets the
contaminants that we find in our water supplies today!
ULTRA Whole House Well
Water Filter System Combo
Model UWS1, UWS4
This is the ultimate combo system for anyone who has
high levels of iron, manganese, and hydrogen
sulfide. We’ve combined our whole house well system,
with our whole house carbon filtration system and salt
free water softener to give you a powerful system that not
only removes contaminants but also prevents
limescale/calcium build up on your pipes, faucets, fixtures,
and more.

System Contents
Well Water
Filter Tank
Power
Supply
50’ Drain
Line
Hose
Clamp
Bypass
Valves (x3)
MNPT Fittings
(x6)
Recommended Supplies
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Setup and Installation
Tank
1
Tank
2
1-inch (24-inch Long) Corrugated
Water Connectors (x5)
1-inch (3-inch long) PVC Nipple
(x3)
1 Roll Plumbers Tape
1-inch threaded connectors for pre-
plumb (slip/threaded elbows shown)
1-Inch PVC Shut Off Valve Zip Ties
Electronic
Head for Well
Water Filter
(Tank 1)
Carbon Filter
Tank
Softening
Tank
Pre-Filter Spanner
Wrench
Mounting
Bracket
Gasket and
Lube
Sediment
Filter
Tank Head
for Carbon
Filter Tank
(Tank 2)
Hose Bib
Assembly

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Leaning Tank
Tank Boot
Level Tanks
If the tank is not perfectly straight, carefully lift the tank straight up a few inches and tap it on the ground until
the tank stands vertically and fits snuggly into the tank boot.
PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS FULLY PRIOR TO ATTEMPTING INSTALLATION. Be sure to follow
all applicable plumbing codes. The system must be installed on a main water supply line
System Configuration
Water Source
From Your Well
(2) The sediment
filter eliminates
any particulate
(1) The Well Water
Filter uses an air
injecting oxidation
filter to remove iron,
sulfur, and
manganese from
your water
(4) The Softener
will neutralize
any remaining
particulate
1 2 4
Filtered and Softened
Water Into Home
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(3) The Carbon
Filter will
eliminate
contaminants
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WS1
Tank Width 10”
Tank Height 54” (64” with Head)
Flow Rate 12 GPM Service
Connection Size 3/4”
Backwash Rate 5 GPM
Operating Pressure 25-80 PSI
Operating Temperatures 36 –120 F
pH Range 6.5 - 10
WS4
Tank Width 13”
Tank Height 54” (64” with Head)
Flow Rate 18 GPM Service
Connection Size 3/4”
Backwash Rate 7 GPM
Operating Pressure 25-80 PSI
Operating
Temperatures
36 –120 F
pH Range 6.8 –10
System Specifications
CF1
Tank Width 9”
Tank Height 48” (52” with Head)
Flow Rate 9 GPM Service
Connection Size 1”
Operating Pressure 25-80 PSI
Operating
Temperatures
36 –120 F
Pre-Filter
Change/Replacement
Every 6-9 Months
Media
Change/Replacement
Every 6 years or 1
Million Gallons
CF4
Tank Width 10”
Tank Height 54” (58” with Head)
Flow Rate 11 GPM Service
Connection Size 1”
Operating Pressure 25-80 PSI
Operating
Temperatures
36 –120 F
Pre-Filter
Change/Replacement
Every 6-9 Months
Media
Change/Replacement
Every 6 years or 1
Million Gallons
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Product Specs
FS1
Tank Width 6”
Tank Height 35” (39” with Head)
Flow Rate 12 GPM Service
Connection Size 1”
Max Pressure 75 PSI
Operating
Temperatures
35 –110 F
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FS4
Tank Width 9”
Tank Height 48” (52” with Head)
Flow Rate 15 GPM Service
Connection Size 1”
Max Pressure 75 PSI
Operating
Temperatures
35 –110 F
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Installing the Head on the Carbon Filter Tank –(Tank 2)
Carbon Filter
Tank Tank Head
This step will require the materials listed below
2) Discard the cap as it is no
longer required.
3) Locate the tank head and
remove the shipping label.
4) Align the opening on the
bottom of the tank head with
the pipe inside the tank.
5) Press the tank head down
to allow the threads to
catch.
6) Turn the tank head
clockwise until it is fully
tightened.
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ONCE THE HEAD ATTACHES TO THE PIPE INSIDE THE TANK IT IS PERMANENT. Do not attempt
to unscrew or remove the head from the tank or it will cause the components within the tank
to separate causing damage and potentially cause resin to seep from the tank into your home
plumbing.
1) Unscrew the cap on top of
the carbon filter tank.
8) Use your feet around the
boot to add grip to the tank.
7) Insert a blunt tool into one of
the connections on the head. A
screwdriver handle will work.
9) Grip the tank and use the
screwdriver as leverage to
fully tighten the head.
Tank
2
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IMPORTANT! The carbon media inside the filter system MUST soak in water for a minimum of
48 hours prior to installation
Carbon Soak Instructions (48 Hours Prior)
Carbon Filter
Tank (Tank 2)
Softener Tank
(FS)
Bypass Valves
(x2)
MNPT Fittings
(x4)
Hose Bib
Assembly
Lawn Hose
Connected to Faucet
This step will require the materials listed below
10) Insert the bypass valve onto
the top of each tank.
11) Fully tighten the fasteners
on both valve connections
securing the bypass valves.
12) Attach and tighten a MNPT
Fitting onto the connections on
each of the bypass valves.
13) Use the hose bib to attach
the lawn hose to the inlet on the
first tank. Ensure the bypass is
off to allow water flow through
the tank.
14) Turn on the water to the
hose halfway until water
exits the tank. Turn off the
water and disconnect the
hose and hose bib.
15) Switch the tank to bypass
and store for 48 hours.
Repeat steps 10-14 with both
tanks.
Bypass Operation
Bypass on, water does
not flow through tank
Bypass off, water
flows through tank
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IMPORTANT! The carbon media must be flushed on both tanks prior to install
Carbon Flush Instructions
Carbon Filter
Tank (CF)
Conditioner
Tank (FS)
Hose Bib
Assembly
Lawn Hose
Connected to Faucet
This step will require the materials listed below
16) Switch off the bypass on the
tanks. Note: Some water may be
released from the 48-hour pre-
soak.
17) Attach the hose bib
assembly onto the inlet port
on the tank.
18) Connect the hose to the
hose bib assembly.
19) Run water through the tank
until the water runs clear.
20) Switch the hose and
hose bib to the outlet side
now and flush with water in
the opposite direction until
the water runs clear.
21) Repeats steps 16 through
20 on both tanks
Bypass Operation
Bypass on, water does
not flow through tank
Bypass off, water
flows through tank
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Installing the Well Water Filter
Electronic Head
This step will require the materials listed below
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Electronic
Head
Softener
Tank
22) Unscrew the cap on top of
the well water filter tank.
23) There is a blue cap inside
that also needs to be removed.
Both caps can be discarded.
24) Locate the opening at the
bottom of the well water filter
electronic head.
25) Align the opening on the
bottom of the tank head with
the pipe inside the tank.
26) Press the tank head down to
allow the threads to catch.
27) Turn the tank head
clockwise until it is fully
tightened.
Tank
1
Note: If your tank was shipped
with a jacket, it can be zipped
around the tank prior to or after
the installation is completed.
Head will be
labeled
“Well Water
Filter”
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29) Insert the rubberized
connections into the electronic
head openings and press it in
place.
30) Fully tighten the fasteners on both
valve connections securing the bypass
valve.
28) Install a bypass valve onto
the connections on the
electronic head.
31) Attach and tighten a MNPT
Fitting onto each of the
connections on the bypass
valve.
32) Apply plumbers' tape to
both MNPT Fittings.
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Installing the Well Water Filter Electronic Head
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Prepping the Pre-Filter
This step will require the materials listed below
Pre-Filter Housing Sediment Filter O-Ring w/Lube
33) Unscrew the lid from the
pre-filter Housing.
37) Insert the Sediment Filter
into the pre-filter Housing.
34) The O-ring will now be laid
into the groove around the top
of the pre-filter Housing tank.
35) Squeeze lubricant onto the
O-ring then spread it using your
finger.
36) Flip the O-Ring over and
lubricate the opposite side as
well.
38) Replace the lid and fully
tighten it
Note: If the tanks have a stainless-
steel sleeve that is covered in
protective plastic. Please remove the
plastic prior to install. The sleeves
can be maintained and polished
using automobile wax.
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Installing the Pre-Filter This step will require the materials listed below
Prepped Pre-Filter
Housing
39) Plumbers tape will need to
be applied to all PVC threads
during the installation.
40) Install a PVC nipple onto
each the inlet and outlet of the
pre-filter housing. Fully tighten
using pliers avoiding damage to
the threads on the PVC nipples.
41) Identify the optimal area to mount
the pre-filter. Ensure that it aligns to
allow a connection from the pre-plumb
into the inlet of the pre-filter. Mark
your holes for pre-drilling.
42) Use a 3/16” drill bit to pre-
drill the holes for the pre-filter
mounting bracket.
43) Use 4 of the provided bolts
and washers to secure the bracket
to the wall using a 1/2” socket.
Spanner
Wrench
Mounting
Bracket
1-inch (3-inch long)
PVC Nipples (x3)*
Plumbers Tape
1-Inch PVC Shut Off
Valve*
Wrench and Pliers
44) Before mounting the pre-
filter, identify the inlet and
outlet by using the markings on
top. Be sure to orient it so the
incoming water can be
connected to the inlet.
Drill with 3/16” drill bit
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46) Expose the pre-plumb and
prep to install the threaded
adapters.
47) Install a 1” threaded adapter
on both ends of the pre-plumb
50) Connect a PVC nipple to the
other end of the PVC shut off
valve.
45) Use the remaining 4 bolts to
secure the pre-filter to the
mounting bracket.
NOTE: Plumbers tape will need
to be applied to every thread
when connecting all corrugated
pipes.
48) Connect the PVC shut off
valve onto the threaded adapter
on the incoming water supply.
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IMPORTANT! Be sure to turn off the water main to your home
before proceeding to the next steps!
49) Apply plumbers' tape to the
third PVC nipple.
Installing the Tanks Part 1
Well Water
Filter Tank
This step will require the materials listed below
Plumbers Tape
Wrench
1-inch (24-inch Long) Corrugated
Water Connectors (x1)
Tank
1
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Installing the Tanks –Part 1
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52) Connect a water connector
to the PVC nipple coming out
from the shut off valve.
51) Position the well water tank
next to incoming pre-plumb
with its connections facing back
53) Connected the corrugated
pipe to the incoming side on
the back of the well water
filter. Ensure it is fully
tightened.
Installing the Drain Line (Well Water
Filter)
55) Remove the blue lock tab
securing the drain valve in place.
56) Pull the drain valve straight
out.
57) Slide a hose clamp over an
end of one of the provided drain
lines.
This step will require the materials listed below
54) Locate the drain valve on the
left side of the well water filter
head. It is a compression
connection.50’ Drain Line Hose
Clamp
Zip Ties
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59) Slide the hose clamp over
the connection and begin to
tighten it.
58) Press the barbed connector
on the valve onto the end of
that drain line until it is fully
seated.
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60) Prior to fully tightening,
position the hose clamp to align
as shown here. Now, fully
tighten.
61) Insert the drain valve back
into the tank head. Ensure the
drain line isn’t pinched.
62) Insert the blue tab to lock
the drain valve back in position.
63) Thread the drain line
towards your drain and cut
away the excess leaving some
slack.
64) To ensure the drain line doesn’t
come out from the drain a pair of
zip ties are recommended. They
can be inserted through two pairs
of holes drilled high up in the
drainpipe.
65) Pushing the zip ties inwards will
create a loop.
66) Insert the drain line into the
zip tie loops and secure in pace.
The excess can then be trimmed
off the zip ties.
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Installing the Tanks –Part 2
71) Connect the fourth water
connector to the outgoing side
of the carbon filter tank.
67) Connect a corrugated water
connector to the incoming side
of the pre-filter.
68) Connect the other end of
the connector to the outgoing
side from the well water filter.
69) Connect a water connector to
the outgoing side of the pre-filter.
70) Connect the other end to
the inlet on the softening tank.
Note: The inlet and outlet on
this tank are opposite the well
water filter.
This step will require the materials listed below
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72) Position the softening tank
next to the carbon filter tank.
Carbon Filter
(Tank 2)
Tank
2Plumbers Tape
Wrench
1-inch (24-inch Long) Corrugated
Water Connectors (x4)
Note: Ensure there are no kinks
or pinches on the drain line to
avoid issues with drainage.
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74) The fifth water connector
will be threaded onto the
output side from the softening
tank. Ensure it is fully
tightened.
75) The other end of the connector
will be threaded onto the other end
of the pre-plumb. The connection
leading back into the home. Be sure
to fully tighten.
73) Bend the corrugated
connector from the output side
of the carbon filter towards the
input side on the softening tank.
Thread and fully tighten.
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Your system is now fully connected
and should be plumbed like this.
Water
From
Well
Water
Into
Home
1) Well
Water Filter
2) Pre-Filter
3) Carbon
Filter
4) Water
Softener
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Powering the Tank Head
This step will require the materials listed below
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Well Water Filter Tank
(Already Installed)
Power
Supply
9v Battery
76) The power cord will be
connected to the connection
on the far left beneath the
electronic tank head.
77) The power adapter will then
be plugged into a power supply
that isn’t controlled by a switch.
78) Lift off the cover on the
electronic head.
79) Locate the batter
connection beneath the
display. Connect a 9v battery
then store it in the tray.
80) Replace the tank head
cover.
You are ready to test the system
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Testing the System
82) While the water is still off,
open a cold bathtub faucet all
the way.
83) Before turning on the water to
the home ensure the shut off valve
to the system is in the off position.
81) Before turning the water
back on to the home, use the
provided spanner wrench to
fully tighten the pre-filter
housing.
84) Ensure that the valves on all
three tanks are set to bypass.
86) If no leaks are detected,
open the shut off valve to allow
water flow through the tank
bypasses.
89) Allow water to run through
the system for 10 minutes. It is
normal to see a small amount of
sediment during this time.
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Off
Bypass
Bypass
85) Turn on the water to the
home and inspect the shut off
valve for any leaks.
87) If no leaks are detected
from the bypass, turn off the
bypass to the well water filter
tank and allow water to flow
through it.
88) Turn off the bypass to the
carbon filter and the softener
tank and allow water to flow
through them.
Bypass
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Setting Well Water Head Values
90) Look up “Legacy
View” in the app
store and install it.
This step will require the materials listed below
Note: The electronic tank heads
must be powered and installed
prior to setting the tank values.
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Mobile
Device
91) Open the app
and select the
Aeration Filter.
92) Tap “Time of
Day on Unit” to
change the time.
93) Select “OK” to
set the time on to
the same time as
your mobile device.
94) The tank should regen
while water is not used in
the home..
95) Tap on the time
tile then change the
value to 2:00 am. Hit
OK.
96) Tap “Filter
Backwash Frequency.”
97) Change the
frequency to 5 days.
Hit OK.
Well Water Filter Tank
(Already Installed)
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