Whirlpool WHELJ1 Instruction sheet

Model WHELJ1
Whirlpool Central
Water Filtration System *
How to install, operate
and maintain your Central
Water Filtration System for Scottsdale, AZ; Cave Creek, AZ, Phoenix, AZ; Gilbert, AZ.
If you need parts or service or media for this equipment, please call our office [phone] Mountain
time.
Purpose of a whole house filter Mesa, AZ; Gold Canyon, AZ; Cave Creek, AZ; Laveen, AZ for the reduction
of chlorine taste and odor.
Operation and parts and supplies information
Specifications & Performance Claims
This system has been tested according to NSF/ANSI 42 for the reduction of chlorine taste and odor. The
concentration of the indicated substance in water entering the system was reduced to a concentration
less than or equal to the permissible limit for water leaving the system, as specified in NSF/ANSI 42 for

whole house water filtration in the areas of Fountain Hills, AZ, Phoenix, AZ; Cave Creek, AZ and San Tan
Valley, AZ.
While testing was performed under standard laboratory conditions, actual performance of the system
may vary based on local water conditions.
SPECIFICATIONS
Model WHELJ1
Rated Service Flow Rate 6.0 gpm (22.7 L/min.)
Pressure Drop at Rated Service Flow 10 psig* (68.9 kPa)
Pressure Drop at 9.6 gpm 15 psig* (103.4 kPa)
Water Pressure Limits (minimum / maximum) 30-125 psi(206.8 –861.8 kPa)
Water Temperature Limits (minimum I maximum) 40-100-F (5 –38 °C)
Drain Flow Rate 3.4 gpm
Rated Capacity at Chlorine Concentration**
0.50 ppm 2,280,000 gal.*
0.75 ppm 1,520,000 gal.*
1.0ppm 1,140,000 gal.*
1.5ppm 760,000 gal.*
2.0 ppm 570,000 gal.
Sediment Removal with 30-40 micron particle size 95% or more
Sediment Removal with 40-50 micron particle size 99% or more
* From independent laboratory test data.
** Typical residential chlorine concentration is 0.5 to 1.0 ppm.
This system conforms to NSF/ANSI Standard 42 for the specific performance claims as verified and
substantiated by test data.
Inspect Shipment
The parts required to assemble and install the Central Water Filtration System are included with the
unit. Thoroughly check the Central Water Filtration System for possible shipping damage and parts loss.
Also inspect and note any damage to the shipping carton.

Remove and discard (or recycle) all packing materials. To avoid loss of small parts, we suggest you keep
the small parts in the parts bag until you are ready to use them.
Packing List;
Ground Clamp Kit; Drain Hose; Hose Clamps; Grommet (used for Models WHES33,WHES44 & WHES48)
.
Programming the Central Water Filtration System
Words in picture: Display;UP button; Central Water Filtration System; DOWN button; CLEAN button;
PROGRAM button
When the power supply is plugged into the electrical outlet, a model code and a test number (example:
J2.0), begin to flash in the faceplate display. Then, 12:00 PM and the words “PRESENT TIME” begin to
flash.
NOTE: If “- ––-” shows in the display, press the UP or DOWN button until the model code “CF 8” shows
in the display. Then, press the PROGRAM button to set, and change to the flashing “PRESENT TIME”
display. Whole house water filtration is available in the areas of Tempe, AZ, Chandler, AZ San Tan
Valley, AZ Ahwatukee, AZ Phoenix, AZ Fountain Hills, AZ Cave Creek, AZ Scottsdale, AZ.
SET TIME OF DAY
If the words “PRESENT TIME” do not show in the display, press the PROGRAM button until they do.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to set the present time. Up moves the display ahead; down sets the time
back. Be sure AM or PM is correct.
NOTE: Press buttons and quickly release to slowly advance the display. Hold the buttons down for fast
advance.
Press the PROGRAM button a few times, until the
time appears on the display, but is not flashing.
Questions? Call [phone] Monday- Friday, 8 AM -5 PM Mountain time.

Customizing Features I Options
START A CLEAN RINSE CYCLE
To manually start a Clean Rinse cycle, press and hold the CLEAN button for a few seconds, until
“RECHARGE NOW” flashes in the display.
SET NUMBER OF DAYS BETWEEN CLEAN RINSE CYCLES
By default the Central Water Filtration System will automatically initiate a Clean Rinse every 14 days.
This should be sufficient for most applications.
To change the number of days between Clean Rinse cycles:
Press the PROGRAM button twice, so “RECHARGE” is shown in the display.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to set the number of days between Clean Rinse cycles (from I to 99).
Press the PROGRAM button twice when complete.
SET CLEAN RINSE TIME
By default the Central Water Filtration System will Clean Rinse at 1:00 a.m.
To change the Clean Rinse start time:
Press the PROGRAM button three times, so “RECHARGE TIME” is shown in the display.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to set the Clean Rinse time. Be sure AM or PM is correct.
Press the PROGRAM button again when complete.
SET LENGTH OF CLEAN RINSE
By default the Central Water Filtration System’s Clean Rinse cycle will consist of a 2 minute backwash
followed by a 1 minute fast rinse. This should be sufficient for most applications.
Increasing the length of Clean Rinse time will increase the amount of water flushed to drain during each
Clean Rinse cycle, therefore, these times should only be increased when necessary.
To change the length of the backwash part of the Clean Rinse cycle:
Press and hold the PROGRAM button for a few seconds, until the “000” screen appears,
Press the PROGRAM button once, so “bA TIME” appears in the display.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to set the length of backwash in minutes.
Press the PROGRAM button twice when complete.
To change the length of the fast rinse part of the Clean Rinse cycle:
Press and hold the PROGRAM button for a few seconds, until the “000–” screen appears.

Press the PROGRAM button twice, so “Fr TIME” appears in the display.
Press the UP or DOWN buttons to set the length of fast rinse in minutes.
Press the PROGRAM button again when complete.
Customizing Features I Options
OPERATING IN MANUAL CLEAN RINSE MODE
Clean Rinse cycles will run automatically, unless the automatic Clean Rinse function has been disabled. If
this function has been disabled, it will be necessary to manually initiate any Clean Rinse cycles. It is
recommended that a Clean Rinse cycle should be run at least once each month, or more frequently if
necessary.
A manual Clean Rinse mode may be used when a drain (required for automatic Clean Rinse) is not
available. However, it is recommended that automatic Clean Rinse be used if the drain requirements can
be met
IMPORTANT: During the Clean Rinse cycle, whether manually or automatically initiated, water will flow
from the valve drain port. If a permanent drain line has not been installed, provisions must be made for
the drain flow prior to initiating a Clean Rinse cycle.
DISABLING AUTOMATIC CLEAN RINSE
To disable the automatic Clean Rinse function:
Press and immediately release the CLEAN button (pressing and holding the button a few seconds would
initiate a Clean Rinse cycle).
“VAC” should flash in the display, indicating that the Central Water Filtration System is in the manual
Clean Rinse mode (the automatic Clean Rinse function has been disabled).
MANUALLY STARTING A CLEAN RINSE CYCLE To manually start a Clean Rinse cycle:
Press and hold the CLEAN button for a few seconds, until “RECHARGE NOW” flashes in the display.
When the Clean Rinse cycle is complete, the Central Water Filtration System will remain in the manual
Clean Rinse mode.
RE-ENABLING AUTOMATIC CLEAN RINSE
To return the Central Water Filtration System to its automatic Clean Rinse function:
Press and immediately release the CLEAN button.

The flashing “VAC” on the display should be replaced by the normal time of day screen.
POWER OUTAGE MEMORY
If electrical power to the Central Water Filtration System is lost, “memory” built into the controller
circuitry will keep all settings for several hours. While the power is out, the display is blank and the
Central Water Filtration System will not Clean Rinse.
When electrical power is restored, you have to reset the time of day only if the display is flashing. The
Clean Rinse TIME never requires resetting unless a change is desired. Even if the clock is incorrect after a
long power outage, the Central Water Filtration System works as it should to keep your water treated.
However, Clean Rinse cycles may occur at the wrong time of day until you reset the clock to the correct
time of day.
NOTE: If the Central Water Filtration System was in a Clean Rinse cycle when power was lost, it will now
finish the cycle.
Troubleshooting
PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION
Water has black or (NEW SYSTEM) Start up Run start up procedure or
run consecutive Clean Rinse cycles
gray color procedure has not been completed until water color returns to
normal.
(NOT ANEW SYSTEM) Normal abrasion of Manually initiate a Clean Rinse cycle
filtration media
Low water pressure at Sediment filter screen is clogged Manually initiate a
Clean Rinse cycle
house faucets Clean sediment filter
screen . If the filter screen is
frequently plugging, it may be necessary to adjust the
frequency of Clean Rinse cycles.
Filtration media pores are blocked Manually initiate a Clean Rinse cycle

If the filtration media pores are frequently block-
ing, it may be necessary to increase the frequen-
cy of Clean Rinse cycles.
Water has objection- System is in bypass Move bypass
valve(s) to normal operating (non-
able taste and/or odor bypass)
position.
Filtration media pores are blocked Manually initiate a Clean Rinse cycle
If the filtration media pores are frequently block-
ing, it may be necessary to increase the frequen-
cy of Clean Rinse cycles.
No water flow to drain System is in bypass Move bypass
valve(s) to normal operating (non-
during Clean
Rinse bypa
ss) position.
cycle
Troubleshooting
Procedure for removing error code from display:
Unplug power supply from electrical outlet
Correct problem.
Plug power supply back in.
Wait 8 minutes. The error code will return if the problem was not corrected.
Central Water Filtration System Exploded View

Central Water Filtration System
Parts List
Key No. Part No. Description
7290876 Assembly, Replacement Mineral Tank,
w/media & associated components (Includes Key
Nos. I through 12)
–7112963 Distributor 0-Ring Kit (includes Key Nos. 1-3)
I “‘1″ 0-Ring, 2-7/8″ x 3-1/4″
2 “0-Ring, 13/16″ x 1-1/16″
3 “‘1’ 0-Ring, 2-3/4″ x 3″
4 7077870 Top Distributor
5 7265025 Filter Screen
6 7105047 RepI. Bottom Distributor
–7331177 Tank Neck Clamp Kit (includes 2 ea. of Key Nos. 7 & 8)
7 “Retainer Clip (2 req.)
8 “Clamp Section (2 req.)
9 * Mineral Tank, 8″ x 25″
10 * Activated Carbon, 10 lbs.

11 *Filter Sand, 5 lbs.
12 * Gravel, 6 lbs.
13 7290402 Faceplate Decal
14 7290119 Cover (order decal above and badge below)
15 7336915 Whirlpool Brand Badge
16 7290729 RepI. Electronic Control Board (PWA)
17 7290101 Rim
18 7296296 Outer Shroud Tank
19 7337482 Power Supply, 28V DC
20 7259927 Wire Harness
21 7139999 Drain Hose, 20 ft.
22 1103200 Adaptor Elbow
23 7248706 Ground Clamp Kit
24 7278434 Bypass Valve Assembly, 3/4″, including
2 0-Rings (Key No. 72)
7339997 Owner’s Manual
Valve Parts List
Key No. Part No. Description

50 7338111 Screw, #6-19 x 1-3/8″ (2 req.)
51 7281291 Motor
52 7337474 Motor Mount
53 7284964 Cam & Gear
54 7030713 Switch
–7331274 Drain Hose Adaptor
Kit (incl. Key Nos. 55-59)
55 “Clip, Drain
56 “Hose Clamp
57 “Adaptor, Drain Hose
58 “0-Ring, 5/8″ x 13/16″
59 “Flow Plug, 3.4 gpm
–7129716 Seal Kit (includes Key Nos. 60-65)
60 “0-Ring, 7/16″ x 5/8″
61 “0-Ring, 3/4″ x 15/16″
62 “0-Ring, 3-3/8″ x 3-5/8″
63 “Rotor Seal
64 “0-Ring, 3/8″ x 9/16″
65 “Seal, Nozzle & Venturi
66 7082087 Wave Washer
67 7199232 Rotor& Disc
–7342665 Drain Plug Kit, 3/4″ (includes Key Nos.
64, 68 & 69)
68 “Plug, Drain Seal
69 “Spring
70 7337563 Clip, 3/4″, pack of 4
71 7342673 Installation Adaptor, 3/4″, pack of 2,
including 2 ea. Clips & 0-Rings (See
Key Nos. 70 & 72)