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www.ewswater.com     O: 702.256.8182; M-F 8:30am-4:30pm PST     E: [email protected]  

Made in the USA 

 

 

 

  Meets or Exceeds ALL Compliances.

1Kills 99.9% of Bacteria. UV upgraded systems only.

2These substances may or may not be in your water. Please ensure this is the correct system for your needs. 

Please see included instructions for proper installation and usage.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

ESSENTIAL

 DRINKING WATER FILTRATION SYSTEMS

MODEL #s: DWS and DWS-UV

SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS

OPERATION TEMPERATURE: 

Maximum 100

o

 F (38

o

 

C) / Minimum 40

o

 F (4

o

 C)

OPERATION PRESSURE:

 Maximum 75 psi / Minimum 30 psi

SYSTEM FLOW RATE:

 <1.0 gallons per minute (gpm)

Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system. Replace your filters and 

UV lamp annually or as needed (do not exceed 1 year). Install in cold water supply only. Install in compliance with local and state regulations.

All installation instructions, service manuals, technical and product information is available online at 

www.EWSWATER.com

FILTER SPECIFICATIONS

STAGE 1   

ITEM #: F-PRESED

DESCRIPTION: 

Pre-Sediment (5 Micron)

PURPOSE:

 Filters out rust, silt, and sediment.

FEATURES & BENEFITS: 

Enhances the performance of the following filters.

CONSTRUCTION:

 100% pure polypropylene fibers. No fillers or binders. Meets FDA requirements for all food and beverage contact.

SERVICE LIFE:

 1 year‡

MAX. FLOW: 

<1.0 

GPM / 3.4 LPM 

MAX. PRESSURE: 

75 PSIG / 5.17 Bar 

    

TEMPERATURE RANGE: 

40-100

o

 F  /  4-38

o

 C

STAGE 2   

ITEM #: F-GAC

DESCRIPTION: 

Pre-Filter Advanced Carbon

PURPOSE:

 

Filters chlorine, chloramine, and VOCs for clear, clean water. Reduces and/or eliminates bad tastes and odors.

FEATURES & BENEFITS: 

Increased surface area, almost no fines release, enhanced adsorption, excellent performance.

CONSTRUCTION:

 Advanced carbon.

SERVICE LIFE:

 1 year‡

MAX. FLOW: 

<1.0 

GPM / 3.4 LPM 

MAX. PRESSURE: 

75 PSIG / 5.17 Bar 

    

TEMPERATURE RANGE: 

40-100

o

 F  /  4-38

o

 C

STAGE 3   

ITEM #: F-GAC-B

DESCRIPTION: 

Post-Filter Carbon Block (1 Micron)

PURPOSE:

 

Advanced final stage filter for chlorine, chloramine (chlorine and ammonia compound), lead, cysts, VOCs, and more.

FEATURES & BENEFITS: 

Increased surface area, enhanced adsorption, excellent performance in a carbon block form.

CONSTRUCTION:

 Activated carbon block.

SERVICE LIFE:

 1 year‡

MAX. FLOW: 

<1.0 

GPM / 3.4 LPM 

MAX. PRESSURE: 

75 PSIG / 5.17 Bar 

    

TEMPERATURE RANGE: 

40-100

o

 F  /  4-38

o

 C

ITEM #: F-LAMP** (OPTIONAL, INCLUDED WITH MODEL #: DWS-UV)

DESCRIPTION: 

Ultraviolet (UV) Disinfection**

PURPOSE:

 

Kills bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms.

FEATURES & BENEFITS: 

 Independently tested to reduce E. coli by 99.99992% and micrococcus luteus by 99.93%.

CONSTRUCTION:

 UV lamp encased in glass and 316 bonded stainless steel interior housing.

SERVICE LIFE:

 1 year‡ 

 

    

MAX. FLOW: 

<1.0 

GPM / 3.4 LPM

MAX. PRESSURE: 

75 PSIG / 5.17 Bar

TEMPERATURE RANGE: 

40-100

F  /  4-38

o

 C

Filter service life is based on local water conditions and usage.

**

UV upgrade is available pre-assembled as model# DWS-UV.  A UV upgrade kit can be

    added to any DWS system at any time. 

UV upgraded systems only.

These substances may or may not be in your water. Please ensure this is the correct system

   for your needs. Please see included instructions for proper installation and usage.

SYSTEM SIZE: 

5” deep x 16” tall x 13” wide  (allow 4” clearance at the bottom of the

unit for filter replacement maintenance)

SHIPPING CARTON SIZE: 

14”  x 11”  x 11”

SHIPPING CARTON WEIGHT: 

8 lbs.

CALL EWS CUSTOMER SERVICE: 702.256.8182 (MONDAY-FRIDAY 8.30 AM-4.30 PM PACIFIC TIME)

FAX: 702.256.3744   EMAIL: [email protected]

W W W . E W S W A T E R . C O M

This filter element tested 

and certified under ANSI/

NSF Standard 42 & 53 for 

materials only.

COMPONENT

Fully Compliant

with California

No-Lead Standards.

MODEL # 

REPLACEMENT FILTER SET #

SERVICE LIFE ON FILTERS:

UP TO 1 YEAR.* REPLACE YOUR 

FILTERS ANNUALLY OR AS NEEDED. 

DO NOT EXCEED 1 YEAR.

DWS   

F.SET.DWS      

(includes: F-PRESED,     F-GAC,     F-GAC-B)

DWS-UV F.SET.DWS-UV 

(includes: F-PRESED, F-GAC, F-GAC-B, F-LAMP)

Pictured at Right:

The 

ESSENTIAL RO3

Our 

ESSENTIAL Reverse 

Osmosis

 systems are 

available to suit specific 

water conditions or 

personal preferences. 

Please contact EWS 

Customer  Service  for 

more information.

The ESSENTIAL comes 

fully assembled and 

complete with everything 

you need for a proper 

installation:

chrome faucet dispenser 

(finish options available), 

angle stop valve 

connection, red and 

blue tubing (5 ft. each), 

mounting bracket, and all 

filters.

Summary of Contents for DWS

Page 1: ...ODUCT PROUDLY MADE ASSEMBLED IN THE USA Revised 1 2012 DWS DWS UV Retain this Product Installation Manual for Maintenance and Information Please Register this Product It is a Requirement for Warranty EWS Inc Environmental Water Systems Office 702 256 8182 Monday Friday 8 30 am 4 30 pm Pacific Standard Time Fax 702 256 3744 www ewswater com E mail customerservice ewswater com Since 1987 ...

Page 2: ... is designed for today s adverse water conditions and anticipated conditions in the future and is without a doubt the most advanced and highest quality filtration product available capable of handling chloramine chlorine dyes fuels pharmaceutical residues lead cysts bacteria1 and more 2 The result is truly cleanwateryoucantrustandenjoy HASSLE FREE ENJOYMENT No costly monthly bottle delivery No fre...

Page 3: ...nd lead cysts VOCs andmore FEATURES BENEFITS Increasedsurfacearea enhancedadsorption excellentperformanceinacarbonblockform CONSTRUCTION Activatedcarbonblock SERVICE LIFE 1year MAX FLOW 1 0GPM 3 4LPM MAX PRESSURE 75PSIG 5 17Bar TEMPERATURE RANGE 40 100o F 4 38o C ITEM F LAMP OPTIONAL INCLUDED WITH MODEL DWS UV DESCRIPTION Ultraviolet UV Disinfection PURPOSE Killsbacteria viruses andothermicroorgan...

Page 4: ...damaged in shipping or handling Any dam age in shipping needs to be reported to the shipping company WARNING Do not attempt to install this system using defective or damaged components Check and inspect inlet and outlet fittings and any other connections on this system that might have been damaged during shipping and handling Check all these components again upon instal lation and start up for any...

Page 5: ...eofthefiltrationsystemasdirectedinthismanual Thenconnectthefiltered outlet sidetothecoldfeedsideofthekitchenfaucet Specialfiitings thatarereadilyavailabletotheplumbingprofessional willberequiredtofitthisapplica tionbasedonlinesizeandmaterialsused WARNING Thisisnotapreferredmethodduetoamorecomplicatedinstall lowerflowratestoyourkitchenfaucetandmostimportantly thepossibilityofwater qualityissuesasar...

Page 6: ...place flat white washer under decorative washer Step 3 Place black rubber washer below decorative washer or below optional flat white washer Step 4 Place faucet stem through hole and center Note Spout pulls out from faucet body and has 2 o rings at base Insert completely into bottom of faucet body to prevent leaking Spount swivels to direct water Handle and tip can be removed Handle can be locked ...

Page 7: ...TE Water flows from Left Labeled FEED to Right Labeled FAUCET Filters by color from Left to Right Blue Orange Green Step 2 Once filter system has been fully assembled mark pilot holes using the bracket as a template Step 3 Using a drill bit or punch drill a hole or punch as a starter hole to catch the mounting screws WARNING ALTERNATIVE FASTENING METHOD MAY BE REQUIRED FOR PLASTER BOARD PARTICLE B...

Page 8: ...et Step 3 Ensure that the sealing gasket is fully seated into the angle stop valve female thread Step 4 Install angle stop valve on supply valve Step 5 Connect the riser to the angle stop valve Step 6 Fully insert red tubing into the quick connect fitting on the side of the angle stop valve CAUTION USE ONLY COLD WATER LINE NOT INTENDED FOR SUPPLY BY HOT WATER After complete installation of the sys...

Page 9: ...ert and press the tubing firmly and completely into the fitting WARNING Install with the FEED in and FAUCET out as labeled Make sure never to reverse directions Never Pull Tube Out To Remove Push Collet In To Release To Insert Press Tubing In Firmly and Completely Make sure tubing end is straight and not flattened Connection of Tubing from Supply and to Dispenser Faucet CAUTION Always leave the tu...

Page 10: ... connections fittings and or housings If a problem exists please shut off water supply to the system and consider the following solutions Plumbing connections at the inlet supply connection or angle stop Please review these plumbing procedures and correct Plumbing connections to dispenser faucet and any other fixtures or cross connections Please review and correct Inspect for leaks at all unit con...

Page 11: ...nnel before replacement Step 6 FOLLOW SYSTEM START UP PROCEDURES AND FOLLOW PROPER TUBING CONNECTION INFORMATION Replacement of Filter Cartridges n Familiarize yourself with the system its replacement filters and maintenance To Register take note of the Model found on the unit s bracket n Understand your system s capabilities n See water treatment options for protecting you your family and your ho...

Page 12: ... Complete Set Model No F SET DWS UV F PRESED Stage 1 5 micron Pre Sediment Filter Cartridge blue label F GAC Stage 2 Pre Filter Advanced Carbon Cartridge orange label F GAC B Stage 3 Post Filter Carbon Block Cartridge green label F LAMP UV Lamp Replacement for Upgraded DWS System with UV Disinfection There are several ways to obtain and order filter replacements for your unit 1 Contact your builde...

Page 13: ... removetubingbydepressingthecolletandpullingtubingout Us ingautilityrazorknife squarelycut1 2 offtubingfromtheend Makesureendoftubing isnotflattenedReinsertthetubingintothefittingasfaraspossible Checkforleaks Tugontubing donotpullhard tocheckfittingandtheintegrityoftheconnection Uponinspection priortoinstalloraresultofproperstart upandinspectionandfittingis damaged thenreplacepart Replacepart Repl...

Page 14: ...chaser s Responsibility Notification This warranty is referenced by EWS Inc in all literature addressed in General Terms and Standard Conditions of Sale and is published in its entirety in all EWS Inc product manuals websites and in all service guides supplied with all product Limited Warranty EWS Inc a Nevada corporation hereby warrants all products to the original consumer purchaser to be free f...

Page 15: ...you have chloramine Call your water district or EWS Customer Service at 702 256 8182 for friendly assistance ImportantNote Our specialized chloramine removal media CRM is incredibly effective on chlorine as well so when in doubt err on the side of caution and select a Chloramine System DOYOUHAVEHARDWATER Model EWS CC 1465 7 Select this system if you have ALL of the following 3 bathrooms or less 4 ...

Page 16: ...tors and Authorized Online Distributors ewswater com O 702 256 8182 M F 8 30am 4 30pm PST E customerservice ewswater com F 702 256 3744 Mailing Address 9101 W Sahara Ave 105 J8 Las Vegas NV 89117 Got a Question Seriously give us a call We re here to help ALL FILTRATION PRODUCT PROUDLY MADE ASSEMBLED IN THE USA EWS is a Proud Contributor and Sponsor of Organizations Dedicated to Improving Health We...

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