Tuttnauer 9000 User manual

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USE & CARE GUIDE
Model 9000™
Countertop Steam Distiller
WARRANTY REGISTRATION
Please call 1-800-624-5836 to register this distiller.
OWNER’S LIMITED WARRANTY
Tuttnauer warrants, to the original purchaser, this product against defects in materials
and workmanship, excluding the disposable carbon filter and gasket, for a period of
one (1) year from the date of purchase. Defects or failures due to shipping/handling,
improper use or maintenance, including abuse or neglect, normal wear, water condi-
tions, accidents, alterations or modifications, or unauthorized repair are specifically
excluded from this warranty. No dealer, distributor, agent, representative, or other
person is authorized to extend or expand this warranty.
Tuttnauer is not responsible or liable for personal injury, property damage, or incidental
or consequential damages arising out of, or in connection with, the use or performance
of the product or other damages with respect to loss of use, or costs of removal, instal-
lation, or reinstallation.
Tuttnauer will, at its option, replace or repair the defective part(s) or distiller without
charge, provided the instrument is returned transportation prepaid to an authorized
service facility. Please enclose a letter describing the problem you experienced and copy
of dated proof of purchase, if possible.
This limited warranty does not guarantee uninterrupted service. Repair or replace-
ment as provided under this warranty is the exclusive remedy of the purchaser. This
limited warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied, including, but
not limited to, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular use
or purpose. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state or province to province. Outside the United States,
a different warranty may apply. For details, please contact your authorized Tuttnauer
distributor.
If your distiller fails to function properly or requires service, please contact your autho-
rized distributor to arrange for service and/or replacement parts.
Tuttnauer Co. USA Ltd.
25 Power Drive
Hauppauge, NY 11788
1-800-624-5836
© 2000 Purewise Printed in USA Form 9821 •Rev 11/08

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
A person who has not read and understood all operating and safety
instructions is not qualified to operate this appliance. When using this
appliance, always adhere to basic safety precautions including:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
1. Use INDOORS on a dry, level, well-supported, stable surface.
DO NOT operate in a moving vehicle.
2. DO NOT change position or location of Distiller while it is operating
or cooling. Water in the boiler is heated to boiling (212° F) and can
cause severe burns.
3. DO NOT remove collector/dispenser bottle or boiler while Distiller is
operating. Boiling water or steam can cause severe burns. Let cool at
least 30 minutes after a cycle is finished before removing boiler cap.
4. DO NOT allow children to be near Distiller without close supervision.
Boiling water will scald if spilled on skin. Warn other users of possible
dangers from boiling water and/or escaping steam.
5. DO NOT place near an edge of a surface where Distiller can be bumped
or pulled down on someone. DO NOT allow power cord or extension
cord to hang over the edge of counter or contact hot surfaces.
6. A short power supply cord is provided to reduce risks resulting from
becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. If an extension
cord must be used, its marked electrical rating must be at least as great
as the electrical rating of the Distiller. Electrical rating is found on
bottom of Distiller.
7. To protect against fire, electrical shock, and injury to persons, DO NOT
immerse power cord or Distiller in water or liquid.
8. DO NOT operate with a damaged cord or plug, after a malfunction,
or if the Distiller has been damaged in any manner. Return to an
authorized service facility for examination and repair.
9. This Distiller is recommended for use with potable water only. DO NOT
attempt to make safe drinking water from non-potable water sources.
DO NOT use briny (sea) water as this will damage certain compo-
nents and will void warranty.
10. Operate in a well-ventilated area away from other heat sources. Provide
adequate air space (at least 4-6 inches from walls or cabinets) when
in use. DO NOT place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in
a heated oven. DO NOT place, store, or stack anything on top of or
against sides of Distiller while in operation.
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11. DO NOT operate without water in the boiler. Permanent damage
may occur.
12. This Distiller requires no special care other than general cleaning
(page 9) and periodic filter cup replacement (page 5). If servicing
becomes necessary, contact an authorized dealer or authorized service
facility. DO NOT attempt to repair Distiller yourself. There are NO
user serviceable parts. See warranty for service details.
13. Unplug from wall outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to
cool at least 30 minutes before cleaning.
14. Make sure collector/dispenser bottle is properly placed, with its cap
removed, for proper water collection. DO NOT remove collector/
dispenser bottle while Distiller is operating.
15. DO NOT FILL BOILER TANK ABOVE THE “MAXIMUM
FILL POINT” (fig. D).
16. DO NOT use appliance for other than intended use.
ELECTRIC CORD STATEMENT
CAUTION: Your Distiller has a short cord as a safety precaution to
prevent injury or property damage resulting from pulling, tripping or
becoming entangled with the cord. DO NOT allow children to be near
Distiller without close adult supervision. If you must use an extension cord
with Distiller, the cord must be arranged so that it will not drape or hang
over the edge of a countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by
children or tripped over. To prevent electric shock, injury or fire, the
electrical rating of the extension cord you use must be the same as, or more
than wattage of the Distiller (wattage is indicated on bottom of Distiller).
Plug Distiller into rated voltage AC grounded electric outlet ONLY (rated
voltage found on bottom of product). The cord has a three-prong plug
which mates with a standard three-prong grounded wall outlet. DO NOT
cut or remove third prong from plug. If an adapter is used, be sure adapter
wire and wall outlet are grounded. If there is any doubt as to whether the
outlet is properly grounded, check with a qualified electrician. Unplug
Distiller when not in use.
WARNING : Never remove the boiler while the fan motor is running, or
for 30 minutes after it stops. Severe burns can result from boiling water or
steam.DO NOT change position or location of distiller while it is operating
or cooling.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Possible Cause Solution
“Start” button does not Distiller is not plugged in. Plug Distiller into
light up. appropriate outlet.
Boiler is not fully engaged. Make sure the boiler is
properly placed (fig. E).
“Start” button lights up, Fan delayed start system Wait about 30 minutes for
but fan does not start. has not activated the fan. the fan to start.
Distiller does not operate. Distiller is not plugged in. Plug Distiller into
appropriate outlet.
Electrical power Press “Start” button to
interruption. restart.
Outlet is defective or Check fuses or circuit
fuse or circuit breaker breakers or call an
has tripped. electrician.
The distilled water has The carbon filter is Replace the carbon filter
an unusual taste. contaminated. cup (page 5).
The collector/dispenser Clean the bottle (page 5).
bottle needs cleaning.
The boiler has been DO NOT overfill boiler.
overfilled. Fill to bottom of four tabs
in boiler opening (fig. D).
Steam appears inside Steam baffle missing or Properly install steam
chassis above boiler. improperly installed. baffle and steam baffle
securing nut (page 6, #9).
Boiler cap missing or Tighten boiler cap.
loose.
Boiler cap gasket missing Replace gasket.
or defective.
Water leaking from Cap is on collector/dis- Remove cap from bottle
Distiller. penser bottle. during distillation cycle.
Dispensing valve loose. Tighten dispensing valve.
No power to boiler. Boiler not fully engaged in Make sure the boiler is
chassis. properly placed (fig. E).
Early shut off. Electrical power interrup- Press “Start” button to
tion. restart.
Excessive deposits in boiler. Clean boiler (page 9).
Water under boiler. Steam baffle improperly Properly install steam
inserted. baffle and steam baffle
securing nut (page 6, #9).
O-ring worn or defective. Replace o-ring.

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DISTILLER MAINTENANCE
WARNING:Always be sure to unplug power cord from wall outlet before
cleaning or servicing Distiller.
Cleaning Boiler
Rinse the boiler before every distillation cycle with warm tap water to
remove any loose residue. Loosen securing nut and remove steam baffle
(fig. D). Half fill boiler with warm tap water, agitate and discard the water.
The water should be drained through boiler spout.
Excessive deposits can cause malfunction. As scale deposits build up, use
an approved cleaner, such as KLEENWISE, to remove this deposit. White
vinegar or automatic coffee pot cleaner can also be used. DO NOT operate
Distiller with cleaning solution in boiler. Use a soft plastic or nylon scour-
ing pad if needed. DO NOT use abrasive cleaners, caustic acids, steel wool
pads or metal utensils. Wipe outside of boiler tank with a soft cloth or
sponge and mild soapy water.
IMPORTANT: Wipe off all water deposits inside the Distiller chassis and
on the outside of the boiler before each distillation cycle.
Cleaning Collector/Dispenser Bottle
See page 5 for cleaning and sanitizing instructions.
Replacing Carbon Filter Cup
See page 5 for preparation and installation instructions.
Distiller Chassis Maintenance
Outside surfaces may be cleaned with common, non-abrasive household
glass or appliance cleaners or warm soapy water applied to a soft cloth or
sponge. The Distiller’s cooling vents (fig. G) should be vacuumed occasion-
ally or cleaned with a soft brush to remove dust and debris.
IMPORTANT: There
are NO user serviceable
parts inside Distiller.
Contact qualified service
personnel for repair if
troubleshooting tips fail
(page 10).
Cooling
Vents
Figure G
Distiller Chassis
HOW IT WORKS
This Distiller produces purified water by using the oldest, most effective
method of water treatment—steam distillation. When the Distiller is
operating, the water temperature rises to 212°F (100°C), killing bacteria,
cysts, and viruses that may be present. As the boiling water (1) converts to
steam (2), it rises and leaves behind dead microbes, dissolved solids, salts,
heavy metals, and other substances. Low boiling light gases that may be
present are discharged through the gaseous vent (3). Steam is then cooled
in the stainless steel condenser (4), turning it into high quality water.
Distilled water percolates through a final polishing coconut shell carbon
filter (5) to enhance quality by adsorption of VOCs (volatile organic
compounds), and is then collected in the GE Lexan® polycarbonate
collector/dispenser bottle (6).
Lexan®is a Registered Trademark of General Electric Company
This system was tested and certified by the Water Quality Association
against WQA S-400 for the reduction of TDS (Total Dissolved Solids).
It has the product water production rate of 1 gallon per 4.5 hours and has
the product water storage capacity of 1 gallon.
Model 9000
Production rate: 5.5 gallons per day
Model Volts Hertz Watts
North America 9033 120 VAC 60 Hz 750W
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Figure A

IMPORTANT: The collector/dispenser bottle must be properly placed,
with its cap removed and filter cup in place, for proper water collection.
DO NOT remove collector/dispenser bottle while Distiller is operating.
NOTE: At the end of the distillation cycle (about 4.5 hours), Distiller
will shut off automatically and “Start” light will go out. The fan will
continue to operate for a few minutes.
15. Unplug cord from wall outlet when not in use.
16.DISCARD FIRST GALLON of distilled water as it may contain
some harmless matter from manufacturing and/or packaging.
17 Rinse boiler thoroughly before refilling.
IMPORTANT: Wipe off all water deposits inside the Distiller chassis and
on the outside of the boiler before each distillation cycle.
NOTE: The collector/dispenser bottle will not fill completely. The collec-
tor was designed to hold 1 gallon of water and allow additional space so
that the carbon filter does not remain in contact with the distilled water.
Once distillation cycle is complete, the water bottle may be placed in
refrigerator and used to dispense the distilled water. The filter cup may be
left in or removed and stored in the refrigerator in a sealed plastic bag or
other airtight container. Secure cap onto the bottle to avoid spilling. The
cap must be opened slightly before dispensing water. It is recommended
that the bottle NOT be placed in a freezer as handle may become brittle
and crack.
NOTE: Approximately 5 ounces (150 ml) of water will remain in boiler
at the end of the distillation cycle. This feature reduces scale deposits in
the boiler.
WARNING : To prevent personal injury or electric shock, DO NOT
immerse the Distiller, its boiler, its cord or plugs in water or other liquid.
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Figure F
Filter Cup
Dispensing
Valve
Boiler
Collector/Dispenser
Bottle
PREPARING FOR FIRST TIME USE
Clean Collector/Dispenser Bottle
     • Ensurethedispensingvalve(g.B)isinstalledandtightened.
     • Fillbottleapproximatelythreefourthsfullwithtapwater.
     • Addoneortwodropsofdishdetergent.
     • DO NOT install filter cup at this time.
     • Sealbottleopeningwithcap.
     • Shakevigorouslyanddrain.
     • Rinsethoroughly.
Sanitize Collector/Dispenser Bottle
     • Add6ounces(180ml)of3percenthydrogenperoxidetobottle.
     • Fillwithhotdistilledortapwater.
     • DO NOT install the filter cup at this time.
     • Sealbottleopeningwithcap.
     • Shakevigorouslyandletstandfor20minutes.
     • Drainandrinsethoroughly.
Sterilize and Rinse Carbon Filter Cup
Before installing, fully immerse new filter cup in distilled water for about
five minutes. Then sterilize filter cup by fully immersing in boiling water
for about five minutes. Allow filter to cool before handling. Pour 1 to 2
cups distilled water through filter cup to rinse away any small, harmless
carbon fines (dust). Water draining from the filter cup may contain black
dust. This is typical. The carbon dust is formed as a result of production,
packaging and shipping of filter cup.
Install Filter Cup
Place sterilized filter cup into opening
of collector/dispenser bottle. There is
a label packed with replacement filter
cups. Write in installation date as a
replacement reminder.
Replace Filter Cup
The filter cup should be replaced
every two months or after 60-80
gallons of water processed (which-
ever comes first). Replace more often
should the distilled water begin to
have an unwanted taste or odor.
Discard first gallon of distilled water
as it may contain small, harmless
carbon fines. Order replacement filters
from the outlet where you purchased
your distiller.
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Collector/Dispenser Bottle
Figure B
Bottle Cap
Filter Cup
Dispensing
Valve

Clean Boiler
 • Removeboilerbygraspinghandleandpullingitoutofchassis(g.C).
 • Removeboilercapbyturningitcounterclockwise(g.D). 
 • Loosensteambafesecuringnutbyturningcounterclockwiseand
remove steam baffle (fig. D).
 • Washinsideofboilerwithsoapandwater.
 • Rinsethoroughly.Watershouldbedrainedthroughboilerspout.
IMPORTANT: Wipe off all water deposits inside the Distiller chassis and
on the outside of the boiler before each distillation cycle.
USING THE COUNTERTOP DISTILLER
WARNING : Never remove the boiler while the fan motor is running, or
for 30 minutes after it stops. Severe burns can result from boiling water or
steam.DO NOT change position or location of distiller while it is operating
or cooling.
Operational
maintenance
and replacement
requirements are
essential for this
product to
perform as
advertised.
1. Set Distiller on dry, level, well-supported, stable surface.
2. Remove collector/dispenser bottle.
3. Remove boiler by grasping its handle and pulling it out of chassis.
4. Remove boiler cap by turning it counterclockwise (fig. D).
5. Loosen steam baffle securing nut by turning counterclockwise and
remove steam baffle (fig. D).
6. Rinse boiler thoroughly before filling. The water should be drained
through boiler spout.
7. Fill boiler with ordinary tap water to bottom of four tabs in boiler
opening, approximately 1 gallon (3.8 Liters). These tabs indicate the
MAXIMUM FILL POINT. DO NOT OVERFILL (fig. D).
8. Replace boiler cap by turning it clockwise until tight.
9. Make sure gasket is installed on long end of steam baffle and that it
is snug against flange (fig D). Insert long end of baffle, flat side
down, into the boiler spout. Turn securing nut clockwise onto spout
until tight, being careful to not cross thread.
IMPORTANT: Wipe off all water deposits inside the Distiller chassis and
on the outside of the boiler before each distillation cycle.
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Figure C
Figure D
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10. Slide boiler into chassis compartment and press firmly to ensure boiler
is properly placed (fig. E). To prevent personal injury or property
damage, the boiler must be fully engaged prior to start-up.
11. Plug power cord into a properly rated, grounded outlet.
12. Press “Start” button at base of boiler (fig. E). “Start” button will illum-
inate when heating; however, the light will go out and boiler will stop
heating if electrical power is interrupted or stopped. If this occurs,
press “Start” button again to restart the distillation cycle.
NOTE: The cooling fan will not start immediately because of a
delayed fan start-up feature. The fan will start once the boiler has
reached a predetermined temperature, approximately 30 to 40 minutes
after starting the cycle.
WARNING : To prevent personal injury, burn and/or scald injury,
DO NOT remove boiler while “Start” button is illuminated or at any time
when the boiler is hot. Always unplug Distiller from wall outlet and allow
boiler to cool completely before removing it from the Distiller (at least 30
minutes). DO NOT change
position or location of Dis-
tiller while it is operating or
cooling.
13. Place prepared carbon
filter cup into opening
at the top of the collec-
tor/dispenser bottle.
DO NOT install cap
onto bottle (fig. F).
14. Replace the collector/
dispenser bottle
(fig. F). Make sure the
dispensing valve is
securely tightened.
Distiller ChassisBoilerCollector/
Dispenser
Bottle
Gasket
Spout
Steam Baffle (flat side)
Boiler
Maximum Fill Point
(bottom of tabs)
Flange
O-ring
Steam Baffle Securing Nut
Boiler Cap
Gasket
Boiler Cap
Distiller
Chassis
Start
Button
Boiler