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STORING THE UNIT
1 . Turn the unit off and unplug it from outlet .
2 . Remove empty water tanks, filter and cover .
3 . Allow hot water to cool, then bring base to sink .
4 . Drain internal reservoir by tilting unit slightly and removing the
2 plastic drainage plugs from bottom of unit . Plugs are tightly
inserted and must be gently, but firmly, worked to remove .
5 . When water has completely drained, replace plugs, tanks,
filter and cover .
6 . Your Cuisinart
®
®
Countertop Filtration System is ready to store .
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Unit: WCH-1500
1 Cuisinart
®
®
Countertop Filtration System
1 Cuisinart
®
Water Filter
System Capacity
up to 3 months/ 48 gallons/ 181 liters
Maximum Input Temperature
104°F (40°C)
Minimum Input Temperature
34°F (1°C)
Maximum Output Temperature
194°F (90°C)
Minimum Output Temperature
44°F (7°C)
Rated Service Flow
6 gallons / 22 .7 liters per day
(may vary according to water conditions)
Electrical Requirements
AC~120V 60Hz 3 .7A 450W
See Performance Data Sheet for specific test conditions and results .
Claims are calculated based on WQA accepted practice of average percent reduction . The
contaminants or other substances removed or reduced by this water treatment device are not
necessarily in all users’ water . Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of
unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system . Individuals requiring
water of specific microbiological purity should consult their physician .
The Cuisinart
®
®
Countertop Filtration System processes approximately 48 gallons/
181 liters . When the Cuisinart
®
Water Filter (GF-80) exceeds filtering capacity, replacement is
essential for the product to perform as represented . In the United States, replacement filters cost
generally $19 .99 per filter . Replacement filters may be purchased at most retail outlets . The
performance of the filter may vary based on local water conditions .
Hot water should not be used with the Cuisinart
®
Water Filter (GF-80) as it will affect the filter’s
performance .
Refer to the Operating Instructions and Cleaning and Care for general unit operation and
maintenance requirements . Testing was performed under standard laboratory conditions;
actual performance may vary .
Drainage
Plugs
Bottom of unit
System Tested and Certified by WQA against NSF/ANSI Standard 53
for the reduction of Lead, Benzene, Cadmium, Copper, Mercury,
Tetrachloroethylene, Toluene, and Standard 42 for the reduction of
Chlorine Taste and Odor .
