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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~230-240V 50Hz 420W

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-80A) exceeds filtering capacity, replacement is 

essential for the product to perform as represented. 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-80A) 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  in the U.S.A. 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.

Summary of Contents for WCH-1500A

Page 1: ...For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product always read the instruction book carefully before using INSTRUCTION BOOKLET Cuisinart Clean Water Countertop Filtration System WCH 1500A ...

Page 2: ...y be hazardous 11 Place the unit on a dry level surface 12 Do not operate if the housing is removed or damaged 13 A loose fit between the AC outlet receptacle and plug may cause overheating and a distortion of the plug Contact a qualified electrician to replace loose or worn outlet 14 This appliance is designed to be freestanding only and should not be recessed or built in fully recessed 15 Locate...

Page 3: ...Tank Holds approx 4 litres of filtered water 5 On Off Power Button Press to power On This will activate the chilling and heating functions 6 Hot Water Button with Child Lock Push safety lock up then press to dispense hot water 7 Room Water Button Press to dispense room temperature water 8 Cold Water Button Press to dispense chilled water 9 Indicator Lights Red blue LEDs light up when water has rea...

Page 4: ...soak at least 15 minutes NOTE While soaking the filter should be partially submerged and may tilt to one side Installing the Prepared Water Filter 1 While the filter is soaking remove the lid upper water tank and lower water tank 2 Remove the filter timer from the lid by flipping the lid over and pressing on the plastic tab 3 Wash both tanks and plastic lid in mild soapy water and rinse Replace th...

Page 5: ...or water to heat 4 After about 1 hour and 20 minutes the BLUE cold water indicator will light up signaling water is chilled NOTE On subsequent fill ups unit should take less than 10 minutes to heat and 30 minutes to chill 5 Press and hold each button to ensure all air has been purged from the unit so water flow is steady Initiating Energy Saver Mode You can turn off the heater used to heat the wat...

Page 6: ...ged from internal tanks as stated on page 5 3 If there is water in the tanks it will take about 10 minutes for the water to heat decalcification treatments Use filtered water in your iron to reduce mineral build up Treat your pets to cleaner filtered water Cleaner filtered water makes tea and instant soup or coffee taste better Keeping the upper tank full helps increase the filtering process as we...

Page 7: ... plugged into outlet 2 Make sure Energy Saver switch is in its On position Heater is still work ing and hot water is still available in Energy Saver mode Contact Customer Service Filter timer does not show Filtering or Replace Battery is dead Contact Customer Service for replacement filter timer Leakage on the countertop 1 Water tanks are not properly seated on base 2 Drainage plugs are not fully ...

Page 8: ... 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 pr...

Page 9: ...l performance may vary Removal Removal Action Level Hardness Temp Inlet Substance Influent Water Avg mg L Influent Challenge Concentration mg L Filter Effluent Max mg L Percent Reduction Max Permissible Product Water Concentration mg L CaCO3 mg L Testing Compart C PH Reduction Requirement Chlorine Taste and Odor Reduction 2 0 2 0 10 N A 97 5 N A N A 20 7 53 50 Copper pH 6 5 3 15 3 0 10 87 85 0 1 3...

Page 10: ...y benefits In the event that you do not have proof of purchase date the purchase date for purposes of this warranty will be the date of manufacture If your Cuisinart Clean Water Countertop Filtration System should prove to be defective within the warranty period we will repair it or if we think necessary replace it To obtain warranty service please register your warranty online at www cuisinart co...

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