D-20
A
Cartridge
Substance
Influent Challenge
Concentration
Max.
Permissible
Product Water
Concentration
Reduction
Requirements
Minimum
Reduction
Average
Concentration
Standard 42 Aesthetic Effects
Chlorine
2.0 mg/L±10%
≥
50%
95.7%
Flow Rate=1 gpm (3.78 Lpm) Capacity=1000 gallons (3785 L) or 12 months
D-30
A
Cartridge
Substance
Influent Challenge
Concentration
Max Permissible
Product Water
Concentration
Reduction
Requirements
Minimum
Reduction
Average
Concentration
Standard 42 Aesthetic Effects
Chlorine
2.0 mg/L±10%
≥
50%
97.4%
Particulates
(0.5– <um)
Class I
at least 10,000
particles/mL
≥
85%
99.9%
Standard 53 Health Effects
Cysts†
Minimum
50,000/L
99.95%
99.99%
99.99%
Turbidity
11 ± 1 NTU
0.5 NTU
95.5%
98.2%
Asbestos
10
7
to 10
8
fibers/L>10
micrometers in length
99%
>99.9%
>99%
Flow Rate = 0.9 gpm (3.4 Lpm) Capacity=1000 gallons (3785 L) or 12 months
D-40
A
Cartridge
Substance
Influent Challenge
Concentration
Max Permissible
Product Water
Concentration
Reduction
Requirements
Minimum
Reduction
Average
Concentration
Standard 42 Aesthetic Effects
Chlorine
2.0 mg/L±10%
≥
50%
99.1%
Particulates
(0.5– <um)
Class I
at least 10,000
particles/mL
≥
85%
99.9%
Standard 53 Health Effects
Cysts†
Minimum
50,000/L
99.95%
99.99%
99.99%
Turbidity
11 ± 1 NTU
0.5 NTU
95.5%
98.2%
Asbestos
10
7
to 10
8
fibers/L>10
micrometers in length
99%
>99%
>99%
Lead 6.5 pH
0.15 mg/L ±10%
0.010 mg/L
99.3%
99.3%
Lead 8.5 pH
0.15 mg/L±10%
0.010 mg/L
99.3%
99.3%
Mercury 6.5 pH 0.006 mg/L±10%
0.002 mg/L
96.6%
95.0%
Mercury 8.5 pH 0.006 mg/L±10%
0.002 mg/L
94.1%
88.5%
Atrazine
0.009 mg/L±10%
0.003 mg/L
94.3%
94.3%
Lindane
0.002 mg/L±10%
0.0002 mg/L
97.6%
97.6%
Flow Rate = 0.6 gpm (2.27 Lpm) Capacity=600 gallons (2271 L) or 6 months
If not plumbed into separate tap, flow rate may be less than 0.5 gpm for direct connect systems.
† Based on the use of microspheres or Cryptosporidium parvum oocysts.
Testing was performed under standard laboratory conditions, actual performance may vary.
Filter Cartridge Selection Guide
Select the right cartridge for
your water needs
D-10
D-20
A
D-30
A
D-40
A
†
sediment
•
•
bad taste & odor
•
•
•
•
aesthetic chlorine: taste & odor
•
•
•
•
Giardia
•
•
Cryptosporidium
•
•
Lead/Mercury
•
Lindane/Atrazine
•
Particulate Class II
•
Particulate Class I
•
•
filter life in gallons (months)*
250
(3)
1000
(12)
1000
(12)
600
(6)
service flow rate gpm (Lpm)**
1.0 (3.8)
1.0 (3.8)
0.9 (3.4)
0.6 (2.3)
* Filter cartridge life varies depending on filter type, usage and water conditions.
** Flow rates measured at 60 psi (4.1 bar).
† If not plumbed into separate tap, flow rate may be less than 0.5 gpm for direct connect systems.
NOTE:
Substances reduced are not necessarily in your water. Filter must be maintained according to
manufacturer’s instructions, including replacement of filter cartridges.
Troubleshooting
Leaks between cap and bottom of filter housing
1.
Turn off water supply and press the red pressure-relief button. Remove bottom of
housing.
2.
Clean O-ring and O-ring groove (located directly beneath threads of housing). Lubri-
cate O-ring with silicone grease and replace securely into groove. Screw bottom of
housing onto cap and hand-tighten. DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN.
Leaks on inlet/outlet connections
1.
Turn off water supply and turn on faucet to release pressure in pipes. Remove
tubing from fitting (see #3 under Installation) and make sure end of tubing is cut
squarely and free of burrs. Reinsert tubing into quick-connect fittings, making sure
to push securely until tubing hits a hard stop.
2.
Turn on water supply. If leaks persist, or if there are other leaks on system, turn off
water supply. Call Technical Support at 1-800-721-9243.
Performance Data
Model US-600
A
Important Notice: Read this performance data and compare the capabilities of this sys-
tem with your actual water treatment needs. It is recommended that, before installing
a water treatment system, you have your water supply tested to determine your actual
water treatment needs.
This system has been tested according to NSF/ANSI 42 and 53 for the reduction of the
substances listed below. The concentration of the indicated substances 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 and 53.
D-10 Cartridge
Substance
Influent Challenge
Concentration
Max.
Permissible
Product Water
Concentration
Reduction
Requirements
Minimum
Reduction
Average
Concentration
Standard 42 Aesthetic Effects
Chlorine
2.0 mg/L±10%
≥
50%
95%
Particulates
(1– <5µm)
Class II
at least 10,000
particles/mL
≥
85%
85%
Flow Rate=1 gpm (3.78 Lpm) Capacity=250 gallons (946 L) or 3 months
3