WFA K-AU1000 User manual

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. Open Carton and Inspect Parts
Installation Parts included – refer installation
diagram.
ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION
1 K-AU1000 Head Assembly
with mounting bracket
2 C-AU1000 Quick Change Filter
Cartridge
3 Connection fitting to cold water
cistern tap
4 Isolation valve
5 Pressure Limiting Valve
6 Quick Connect ¼ ” Elbow fittings
7 Quick Connect Locking Clips
8 Tubing ¼”
9 Chrome Filter Tap
J Mounting Screws
K Filter Monitor Alarm
2. ENSURE THAT THE COLD WATER IS
TURNED OFF
 • Underthekitchensinklocatethecold
water isolation tap/valve.
 • Turnthecoldwateroff(checkatmain
kitchen tap that water is fully turned off
– if not, turn off at mains supply).
 • Unscrewthebraidedexhosefromthe
existingcoldwaterisolationtap/valve.
 • Cleanthe½”malebspwaterconnectionthread.
3. Under-sink Mounting Position for Head
Assembly
 • RemovetheHeadAssembly(1)andFilter
Cartridge(2)fromthecarton.
 • Insertcartridgeintoheadassemblyand
lock/twist until tight.
 • Findasuitablelocationforthelterhead
and cartridge on the back or side wall of the
under-sink kitchen cupboard – mark this
location. Don’t forget to allow at least 50 mm
underneath the bottom of the filter cartridge to
allow for filter replacement. Please ensure that
the location of the filter system is close to the
cold water connection and below where the
filter tap will be placed.
 • Makesurethatthereisadequatespaceto
avoid crimping the water line plastic tubing.
4. Connect Fittings to Cold Water Cistern Tap
(item 3 & 4)
 • Applyplumbingtapetotheexisting½”male
bsp water connection cistern tap fitting before
screwingontheconnectiontting(3).
 • Alsoapplyplumbingtapetothe½”malebsp
connection on the outlet of the connection
tting(3).Wraptapeindirectionofthethreads
to ensure a tight fit and avoid leaks.
 • Re-Connectthe½”femalebspendofthe
existingcoldwaterhosetothe½”malebsp
end of the connection fitting.
 • Takeisolationvalve(item4)andwrap
plumbing tape around male bsp end. Screw
intoconnectiontting(item3)ensuringthat
the connection is sealed and tight.
5. Install the Filter Tap
 • Removeltertapfromcartonandassemble
as shown below;
 • Locateyourltertappositionanddrilla
12.7mm(½”)holeinthesinkorbenchtopto
accommodate the filter tap.
 • Installtheltertap
6. Inlet/Outlet Connection fittings
 •Takethetwoquickconnect¼”elbowttings
(item6).Applyplumbingtapetothreaded
male end and screw into inlet and outlet side
oflterheadassembly(item1).
7. Mount Filter Head under Sink
• Securelterhead,cartridgeandmounting
bracket with screws provided in desired
location.
8. Connect Tubing to cold water inlet, Pressure
Limiting Valve (PLV) and inlet of Head
Assembly
• Removeplastictubingfromcarton.
• ThePressureLimitingValve(item5)is
connectedbetweentheisolationvalve(item4)
andtheHeadAssembly(item1).
• Measurethedesiredlengthoftubingfromthe
isolation valve to the inlet of the PLV.
• CuttubingusingStanleyknifeorsimilarensuring
thecutissquareandclean.
• Removetighteningnutfromisolationvalveand
place over tubing then over isolation valve nipple
- secure with tightening nut.
• Takeotherendoftubeandinsertintoinletof
PLV - push in tightly then pull back to ensure
firm connection.
• Whenpullingbackplastictubing,takeaQuick
ConnectLockingClip(item7)andsecureit
behind the round collet to secure fitting - refer
installation diagram.
• Measurelengthofthetubefromtheoutletofthe
PLV to the inlet of the filter head assembly and
repeat the process.
• TheQuickConnectLockingClipsshouldbe
used on the two PLV connections, two head
connections and one tap adaptor connection.
9. Connect Tubing to outlet of Head Assembly
and to filter tap
 • Measurelengthoftubefromtheoutletofthe
headAssembly(righthandside)tothebase
of the filter tap making sure that there are no
kinks in the tubing.
 • CuttubingtodesiredlengthusingStanley
knifeorsimilarensuringthatthecutissquare
and clean.
 • InserttubeendintotheHeadAssembly“push
fit” connection on the outlet of the Head
assembly(righthandside).Pushthetubein
tightly so that its firm – pull back on tube to
secure - insert locking clip.
 • At other end insert tube into tap adapter. Push
tube in tightly so that it’s firm - pull back on
tube to secure - insert locking clip.
 • Screwontothreadedbaseoftheltertap–
secure tightly.
10.Flush the Filter Cartridge
 • Turnmainswatersupplybackonatmini
cistern tap.
 • Opencoldwaterlineattheisolationvalve
 • Atthisstagecheckforleaksandxif
necessary
 • Turnltertaponandushtheltercartridge
foratleast3minutes.Collectwaterin
container and use for garden etc.
NOTE – Flushing the filter cartridge is important
to remove air from the system and any loose
carbon. At first the water may appear cloudy
due to compressed trapped air in the filter and
hoses. However the cloudiness will disappear
over time and with use.
11.Installing the Filter Monitor Alarm (item 11)
 Theltermonitoralarm(item11)issupplied
to assist you with knowing when it is time to
replaceyourltercartridge.Regularannual
cartridge replacement ensures that your filter
system is maintained in accordance with the
manufacturers recommendations.
 a)Removedoublesidedtapeandplastic
wrapper from monitor.
 b)Onthebackofthemonitor-Pullthetab
back.
 c)TheLEDandbuzzerwillcycle3timesto
confirm the start.
 d)Itisprogrammedtoashandsoundagainin
12months.
 e)Removethetwoadhesivetapesfromthe
back of the monitor and locate/mount in a
convenient location under your kitchen sink.
NOTES
1) This installation must comply with all
applicable state and local regulations
2) Do not use with water that is
microbiologically unsafe or of an unknown
quality without disinfection before or after
the system.
3) When storing filtered water in a
refrigeratorpleaseensurethecontainerhasan
air tight seal / lid.
Unit Description, Permitted Use and
Manufacturers Instructions for Use:
Unit Description:
K-AU1000
Product Specifications:
The unit must only be used for a potable water
sourceandwithcoldwater(withatemperature
rangebetween5and38degreesC).Thisunit
must be installed in accordance with state and
local laws.
Warranty
WaterFiltersAustraliaPtyLimited,Unit1,91-93
OldPittwaterRoad,Brookvale,NSWAustralia
2100warrantstoyou,therstpersonwhohas
purchasedandusedtheunit(“you”)thatthisunit
is free from defects due to faulty material and
workmanship in accordance with the conditions
set out in this document.
What this warranty covers:
This warranty covers defects due to faulty
material and workmanship of the unit supplied
to you:
• Foraperiodof1yearfromthedateof
purchase in respect of the entire unit,
excludingtheReplaceableElements
TheReplaceableElementsareconsumable
components and all parts of the unit which can
be replaced including but not limited to the filter
or water treatment cartridge if there is a defect in
the filter or cartridge. This does not include the
replacementofthelterorcartridgetoextend
the life of the filter or cartridge. The life of the filter
cartridgeisaffectedbywaterquality,usageand
water pressure.
Thewarrantyonlyextendstotheoriginal
purchaser of the unit.
What this warranty does not cover:
This warranty does not cover the unit or a
ReplaceableElementoftheunitwhere:
• Thedefect,faultorfailureisattributable,or
substantially attributable to misuse, abuse,
accident, misapplication, neglect, freezing,
oxidizingagents(includingbutnotlimitedto
chlorine, ozone, chloramines and other related
components) or act of God;
• Theunithasbeeninconditionswhichdo
not conform to the recommended design
guidelines or has been operated in a manner
whichiscontrarytoWFA’sprintedinstructions;
• Theunithasnotbeeninstalledinaccordance
withWFA’sprintedinstructionsandhasnot
been installed in compliance with all applicable
laws, regulations and industry standards;
• Theunithasnotbeenusedinaccordancewith
the manufacturers instructions;
• Theunitdoesnotmeettheconditionsforuse
described in the owners guide or performance
data sheet for this unit;
• Youuseaccessoriesorcomponentswhichdo
notmeetWFA’sspecicationsassetoutinthe
InstallationandOperatingManual;
• Thedefect,faultorfailureisduetonormal
wear and tear;
• Thedefect,faultorfailurehasoccurredwhere
the unit has been used reasonably or has
reached its serviceable life;
• Theserialormodelnumberlabeloftheunitis
removed or defaced;
• Theunitisserviced,modied,alteredor
repairedbyanunauthorizedorunqualied
person;
• Youhavereceivedincorrectadvicefromthe
retailer or authorized dealer about the suitability
or capability of the unit;
The cost of freight for or relating to the repair or
replacementoftheReplaceableElementorthe
unit must be paid by you.
How to make a claim under this warranty:
To make a claim under this warranty you must
contactWFAwithin21daysofthedefect,faultor
failureoccurring.WFAWarrantyContactnumber
is1300785355oralternativelycontactusvia
email info@waterfiltersaust.com.au or by mail via
POBox636,FreshwaterNSW2096.
At the time of repair or replacement under your
warrantyclaimyoumustprovidetoWFA:
• Proofthatyoupurchasedtheunitfroman
authorized retailer or dealer within the warranty
time; and
• Acopyofacerticatewhichcertiesthat
the unit was installed in compliance with
our printed installation instructions and all
applicable laws, regulations and industry
standards.
WFAwillonlypayforrepairorreplacementupon
receipt of proof of your purchase showing the
date of purchase.
Limitation of Liability of WFA under this
warranty:
Whereawarrantyexistsorisimpliedbylaw,
WFA’sliabilityislimited(totheextentthatitcan
be limited) to repair or replacement of the faulty
ReplaceableElementortheunitoranequivalent
unit.WFAmay,initsdiscretion,choosewhether
itshallrepairorreplaceanyunitorReplaceable
ElementorWFAmaychoosetopaytoyouthe
costofreplacingtheReplaceableElementorthe
unit or the cost of having the unit repaired.
Totheextentpermittedbylaw,WFAassumesno
liability whatsoever and disclaims all liability for
direct,indirectorconsequentialloss,orspecial,
generalorotherdamageorexpensecausedby
or arising out of:
• Anyfailuretoinstallorusetheunitin
accordance with the Manufacturers
Instructions,theInstallationandOperating
manualorWFA’sprintedinstructions;or
• Thepurposeforwhichyouarepurchasingthe
unit.
Youacknowledgethatthequalityofwatersupply
andyourwaterusagerateandinuentwater
pressure may vary seasonally or over a period of
time. In addition to this water characteristics can
differ if the unit is relocated or the environment
changes.
YouacknowledgethatWFAdoesnotknowyour
requirementsandcannotanddoesnotwarrant
that the unit is fit for the purpose for which you
intend to use the unit or is appropriate for the
purpose for which you intend to use the unit.
WFAdoesnotauthorizeotherstoassumeany
obligation on its behalf even if you inform them of
the purpose for which you intend to use this unit.
Ourgoodscomewithguaranteesthatcannot
beexcludedundertheAustralianConsumer
Law.Youareentitledtoareplacementorrefund
for a major failure and for compensation for any
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.
Warning
WFAdoesnotrecommendmakingalterationsto
yourexistingplumbingtoaccommodatethislter
system.Ifyouwishtomodifyexistingplumbing
youmustcomplywithAS3500andusea
licensed plumber.
Whereinternalwaterpressureexceeds600kPa
aWatermarkapprovedPressureLimitingValve
must be installed prior to the filter system.
Warning
The contaminants or other substances removed
or reduced by this water treatment system are
not necessarily in your water supply. Do not use
with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of
anunknownqualitywithoutdisinfectionbeforeor
after the system.
Important
This filter is designed to be used with mains/city
disinfected water supplies.
Caution
Safely isolate the water supply prior to installing
the filter system to avoid injury and property
damage.
Owners Manual Water Filter System
WARRANTY

Owners Manual
Model: K-AU1000
Water Filter
System
ThankyouforpurchasingaWaterFiltersAustraliaunder-sink
waterltrationsystem.WithyourWFAAU1000system,yougethighquality
filtered water from a dedicated filtered water tap that’s clean, great tasting,
healthy and convenient for you and your family.
Water Filter System
WFA Under-Sink Water Filtration System
Model: K-AU1000
Features
• In-builtshutoffvalveinheadenableslterchangewithoutturningoffcoldwater.
• CarbonBlockFiltration
• 12monthscartridgelife(subjecttowaterquality,usageandpressure)
• DIYCartridgereplacement–quickchangebayonetstyle
• ChromeDesignerFilterTap
• Pressurelimitingvalve
• Filteralarmmonitor
• ReducesChlorine
• Reducesdirt,sedimentparticlesandturbidity
• Reducesbadtastesandodours
• CompliantwithNSFStandard42.
Product Specifications
• SizeRequired: Height-360mm
Depth - 100mm
  Width-100mm
• Usage:ForColdWaterUseOnly
• TemperatureRange:5–38C
• Min.–Max.WorkingPressure:25–100psi
• ServiceFlowRate:3Litresperminute
• Removes/Reduces:Chlorine,Turbidity,Badtastesandodours,dirtandsedimentparticles
• FilterChange:12monthsorsoonerifowratebecomesinconvenientlyslow.
• Thislterunitdoesnotremoveuoride
FILTER ALARM
2
3
11
stroke: 1.8
then after outline 0.2 @ 90% K + braid pattern fill
HOT COLD
1
4
5
6
8
9
10 7
Special Notes
• Installationinstructionsandstandardwarrantyareenclosedherewithandincluded
with product when shipped.
• Thisdrinkingwatersystemmustbemaintainedinaccordancetomanufacturers
instructions, including replacement of filter cartridges.
• Donotusewithwaterthatismicrobiologicallyunsafeorofanunknownquality
withoutadequatedisinfectionbeforeorafterthesystem.
• Thecontaminantsorothersubstancesremovedorreducedbythiswaterlter
system are not necessarily in your water supply.
• Checkforcompliancewithstateandlocallawsandregulations.
Installation Diagram
Distributed by Water Filters Australia Pty LimitedABN:78089574489
Unit1,91-93OldPittwaterRoad,BrookvaleNSW2100
POBox636FreshwaterNSW2096
Phone:+61299056211
Fax:+61299056255
Email: info@waterfiltersaust.com.au
Web:www.waterltersaust.com.au
ForallenquiriescalltheNationalCustomerServiceCentreon:1300 785 355
How to insert Quick
Connect Locking Clip
After pushing tube into
inlet valve, pull back on
tubing to ensure valve is
gripping tube, then insert
LockingClip(item7)into
space between the collet
lip and valve as shown.