3M ESP, Installation Manual

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Explanation of Signal Word Consequences
WARNING:
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or death.
NOTICE:
Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, could result in property damage.
WARNING:
Read entire product manual. Failure to follow all product instructions and warnings could cause personal
injury from exposure to contaminants and/or property damage due to water leakage or flooding.
•
DO NOT use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate
disinfection before or after the system. Systems certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected
water that may contain filterable cysts.
• THIS SYSTEM DOES NOT REMOVE ALL SUBSTANCES THAT COULD BE PRESENT IN DRINKING WATER.
This system reduces the listed substances identified in the Performance Data Sheet.
• VERIFY THIS SYSTEM meets your water treatment needs by checking your incoming water source quality
and comparing to the system’s capabilities described in the Performance Data Sheet. Check water source
quality by contacting your local water authority and/or having water tested by a qualified laboratory.
Check water quality regularly as it can change. After installation, check outgoing filtered water quality
regularly to ensure system is installed correctly and meeting your treatment needs. Actual performance
may vary depending on your local water and plumbing conditions and water-consumption patterns.
• Extra precaution is needed if incoming water contains unusually high contaminant levels. NSF/ANSI 53
certification does not cover system performance if incoming contaminant levels exceed the NSF/ANSI
specified ‘challenge’ levels on the Performance Data Sheet. If such excess conditions exist, do not rely on the
system alone. Contact your state/local water authority to determine what measures are needed.
• DO NOT use product if it has been hit, dropped, or damaged.
• Before using, flush any new filter cartridge with water according to the Performance Data Sheet. In addition,
flush the cartridge whenever the system has not been used for more than 72 hours.
• REPLACE FILTER CARTRIDGE every 6 or 12 months, at the rated capacity, or sooner if a noticeable reduction
in flow occurs. Failure to replace filter cartridge according to these instructions may result in failure of filter to
reduce contaminants as designed AND/OR property damage due to water leakage or flooding.
To reduce the risk associated with choking:
•
DO NOT
allow children under 3 years of age to access small parts.
NOTICE:
Read entire product manual. Failure to follow all product instructions may lead to property damage due
to water leakage or flooding. Contact a licensed plumber if you are unsure about any of the following
instructions:
• System installation and use must comply with all state and local regulations and plumbing codes.
• Water Supply Pressure: If your water supply pressure is higher than 80 psi, you must install a pressure reducing
valve before installing system.
• Water Hammer: if water hammer conditions may occur, you must install a water hammer arrester.
• Backflow prevention: If a backflow prevention device is installed on a water system, you must install a device
for controlling pressure due to thermal expansion.
• Booster Pump: if a booster pump is installed on a water system, you must (a) maintain and inspect the attached
pressure switch regularly in accordance with the booster pump manufacturer’s instructions; and (b) install an
appropriate pressure reducing valve, and maintain and inspect the valve regularly.
• When mounting the system, pick a location where (a) the filter will not be struck by other items, (b) no
equipment, electrical wires or pipes will be in the path of your drilling or tools, and (c) the fasteners will support
the weight of the system when full of water.
• Install only on cold water supply line. DO NOT install where ambient temperatures or water temperatures may
exceed 100°F (37.8°C). DO NOT install in direct sunlight or outdoors.
• Protect from freezing. Remove filter cartridge if temperature may drop below 40°F (4.4°C).
•
DO NOT install with rigid piping (such as copper, aluminum, stainless steel, chrome plated, or anodized tubing).
• Use compatible flexible tubing with appropriate connections (such as PEX tubing, PE tubing, PP tubing). Avoid
twisting during installation.
• DO NOT install or use if a collet or any other component is missing. Contact 1-800-222-7880 or your local
distributor.
• DO NOT use product if it has been hit, dropped, or damaged.