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EWS, Inc. / Environmental Water Systems

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www.EWSWATER.com      office: 702-256-8182 (m-f; 8:30-4:30, pst)       fax: 702-256-3744     [email protected]

Care and Use Manual

Drinking Water Filtration Systems

 

Two-Stage Undercounter Drinking Water Filtration Units:

FUGAC200,  FUGAC250,  UU250

 

Three-Stage Undercounter Drinking Water Filtration Units:

FUGAC300,  FUGAC350,  UU350

 

In-Line Filtration Unit:

FUGAC150

To the Consumer:

 Retain this Care & Use Manual for Maintenance and Information

You Must Register this Product - It is a Requirement for Warranty

ALL PRODUCT PROUDLY MANUFACTURED AND ASSEMBLED IN THE USA

Information Provided for the Proper Set-Up, Installation and

Start-Up of the following Filtration Systems

Summary of Contents for FUGAC150

Page 1: ... Units FUGAC200 FUGAC250 UU250 Three Stage Undercounter Drinking Water Filtration Units FUGAC300 FUGAC350 UU350 In Line Filtration Unit FUGAC150 To the Consumer Retain this Care Use Manual for Maintenance and Information You Must Register this Product It is a Requirement for Warranty ALL PRODUCT PROUDLY MANUFACTURED AND ASSEMBLED IN THE USA Information Provided for the Proper Set Up Installation a...

Page 2: ...tions for the simple step by step instructions for Installation of a Dispenser Faucet Placement or Locating the Water System Inlet Supply Water Connection Connection of Tubing from Supply and to Dispenser Faucet System Start Up and Operation Procedures You may need the following for proper installation Teflon tape Work Gloves Safely Glasses Knife or scissors Adjustable Wrench Pliers Screwdriver st...

Page 3: ...Water Connection Basic Supplied Connection 8 Preferred Connection 9 Connection of Tubing from Supply and to Dispenser Faucet 10 System Start Up and Operation Procedures 11 HOW TO MAINTAIN YOUR SYSTEM Replacement of Filter Cartridges 12 Replacement of UV Lamp if applicable 13 Optional Disinfection Procedure of Empty Unit 13 GENERAL INFORMATION Water Fitration Systems Included in this Care and Use M...

Page 4: ...itself if space allows Option B On the countertop next to a sink This option is to position the faucet spout in the correct location to drain into the sink This requires a clearance around the faucet both above and below the countertop Use the supplied dispenser as a template or see the enclosed dispenser schematic and dispenser dimensions Prepare to drill the hole using the dispenser as a templat...

Page 5: ... Step 12 Thread 1 4 compression nut onto faucet stem and tighten CAUTION Do not overtigthen fittings Above the Surface Step 2 Place decorative washer to bottom of faucet body optional 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 ...

Page 6: ...ems Q I would like to use another dispenser faucet A Based on many styles and finishes a consumer may have another dispenser they would like to use No problem all these items have universal or industry standard fittings or if not can be easily adapted to fit Note EWS Inc includes a standard chrome long reach lead free faucet with white handle and tip Options EWS provides the following options to m...

Page 7: ...RD PARTICLE BOARD OR SIMILAR MATERIAL INSTALLATION USE SAFETY GLASSES OR OTHER EYE PROTECTION TOPREVENT POSSIBLE EYE INJURY DUE TO FLYING PARTICLES Step 4 Set mounting screws provided with screw driver Leave a 1 4 gap between the screw head and mounting surface to allow the bracket to slide on easily Step 5 Slide the bracket over the screws and hang the unit Make sure unit is level Now make the co...

Page 8: ... of the saddle tapping valve clockwise until it is again firmly seated This will clear any possible debris that can block piercing lance and water flow Step 8 Turn the handle counter clockwise to open the valve for water supply Keep main line shut off and proceed with the remainder of the installation and start up Step 6 Connect the 1 4 plastic tubing to the saddle tapping valve by following these...

Page 9: ...ssion x 3 8 compression x 1 4 compression 3 way angle stop Note Be sure one outlet is 1 4 compression for the water filter 1 4 inlet supply tubing Preferred Inlet Supply Water Connection All Applications The Preferred Inlet Supply Water Connection is Applicable in All Applications and Codes Replace the Angle Stop with a Proper 3 Way Fitting There are a number of options to properly install any one...

Page 10: ...b Connect the blue tubing from the installed Dispenser Faucet to the location on the unit labeled FAUCET out of Postfilter housing for all Units or at Output for Single Stage In Line Units This is the filtered water line Insert and press the tubing firmly and completely into the fitting Never Pull Tube Out To Remove Push Collet In To Release To Insert Press Tubing In Firmly and Completely Connecti...

Page 11: ...ings If a problem exists please shut off water supply to the system and consider the following solutions Plumbing connections at the inlet supply connection saddle tapping valve 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 connections suc...

Page 12: ...or housing base Make sure it is clean free of any debris and not damaged or kinked Make sure it is correctly seated into the channel inside the housing before replacement Step 6 FOLLOW SYSTEM START UP AND OPERATION PROCEDURES AND FOLLOW PROPER TUBING CONNECTION INFORMATION Replacement of Filter Cartridges Familiarize yourself with the system its replacement filters and maintenance To Register take...

Page 13: ...e Units Step 3 Replace all empty housings and tighten Take note of the housing O Ring Close dispenser faucet to prevent water flow Step 4 Slowly Open water inlet valve and allow system to completely fill Let water sit in system for at least 5 minutes leaving it for a longer time will not hurt Step 5 Open dispenser faucet and let the water run for at least 5 minutes WARNING DO NOT USE THIS WATER St...

Page 14: ...lter Replacement Codes the Set Includes 1 6 Model No FUGAC250 Better Improves taste clarity and odor by removing chlorine and other volatile organic compounds The upgraded filter also safeguards against lead and cysts giardia and cryptosporidium The 5 micron pre sediment filter serves to remove suspended matter dirt rust and sediment and improves performance of other filters Meets or complies with...

Page 15: ...SF Standard 42 Easy to Reference Filter Replacement Codes the Set Includes 1 2 6 Model No FUGAC350 Improves taste clarity and odor by removing chlorine and other volatile organic compounds The upgraded filter also safeguards against lead and cysts giardia and cryptosporidium The 5 micron pre sediment filter serves to remove suspended matter dirt rust and sediment and improves performance of other ...

Page 16: ...cal water conditions and usage UV lamp replacement annually or as needed within the year Easy Reference Filter Code No 16 Replace ANNUALLY Model No UV LAMP lamp only UV Lamp UV Bacteria Kill Units UV Unit contains a 6 Watt UV lamp that effectively kills bacteria 99 A 316 Bonded Stainless Steel Interior enhances kill power by reflecting UV light and eliminates degradation of polypropylene housing D...

Page 17: ...istributor 1 Go to Filters Parts 2 Find Sink Units 3 Find Parts Replacement 4 Either enter your part and press go or scroll down through the parts listing 5 Click on the Order button to order a part return to this page if you need more items for your particular unit Once complete just follow the secure store instructions to complete the purchase and you re done Call or e mail us if you need any he...

Page 18: ...ater supply to maintain pressure at or below 65 PSI or the addi tion of a Pressure Limiting Valve item FMP 60 on the inlet tube prior to the point of use unit Follow instructions for Connection of Tubing Access the filter unit remove tubing by depressing the collet and pulling tubing out Using a utility razor knife squarely cut 1 2 off tubing from the end Make sure end of tubing is not flattened R...

Page 19: ...otten egg smell from water Cloudy water Solution Spout pulls out from faucet body that s why it swivels Spout has 2 o rings at base and is inserted completely into bottom of body to prevent leaking Replace the supplied faucet dispenser item depends on any finish option Check connections at various locations and re connect re insert tighten and or correct Consult with Mfg of other product and or in...

Page 20: ... Upgraded GAC Cartridge FUGAC250 10 h f o ring Housing base o ring 11 fc fu conn Dual male connect between housings 1a Two Stage Model s FUGAC200 FUGAC250 11 3 10 Ref Part Description 1 8 10 items from above remain the same 9 or 9a GAC filters Depending on unit Add not pictured 1 10 see above add l housing for 3rd stage 2a PRESED 20 20 micron pleated filter 4 to 4a bracket 3 alum bracket 3 stage T...

Page 21: ...1 4 x 1 4 elbow 13 fc uv jaco Jaco compression uv module 14 h u clip Bracket clip uv housing 15 UV LAMP UV Replacement Lamp with Cord 16a h uv UV assembly cap with quartz glass sleeve 16b UV housing with housing o ring 17 pou uv e68 UV Transformer Two Stage with UV Model UU250 1a 3 2 9a 3 4c 7 8 5 12 13 14 15 16a 16b Ref Part Description 1 17 all items above remain the same Add not pictured 1 10 s...

Page 22: ...tion 1 h filter Housing base 1a Upper housing 3 fc std all JG 1 4 x1 4 m white quick connect 4b bracket inline In line single bracket 6 stv 2 saddle tapping valve 7 t blue 1 4 pe tubing 60 bl p 8 t orange 1 4 pe tubing 60 or p 9 GACB050 Upgraded GAC Cartridge 10 h f o ring Housing base o ring In Line Limited Usage Single Stage Units Model FUGAC150 Not pictured spanner wrench all units See inlet co...

Page 23: ...Register your Purchase register on line at ww ewswater com click the PRODUCT REGISTRATION Button then the link for Online Interactive Registration Helpful Hint Find the enclosed Spanner Wrench that came with the unit and place it on top of the bracket When finished roll up this Service Guide and place on top with wrench This Service Guide and the wrench will come in very handy when it s time for f...

Page 24: ...ility for information Aesthetic non health related or constituents without set federal stan dards may be part of water testing but are insufficient to determine proper application of any water filtration or treatment device EWS Inc will replace free of charge during the warranty period any part which proves defective in material and or workmanship under proper product and plumbing specification an...

Page 25: ...ne of softeners Restrictions may also apply to hot side only salt exchange tanks or services or an outright ban Local water dealers and other organizations do not inform consumers of these issues and believe these rules are unenforcable The consumer is ultimately responsible Softeners may also provide warranty issues with pools and spas certain other products and finishes Softened water should not...

Page 26: ...milar or different circumstances beyond the control of EI 7 CANCELLATION The Buyer may not cancel all or part of an order without verifiable notification to and acceptance by EI 8 RETURN OF MATERIALS No Product may be returned to EI without written approval by a Company Officer A restocking charge of 25 will be assessed 45 if unit had been used NO EXCEPTIONS Product must be returned freight pre pa...

Page 27: ... Combinations for Various Applications Let us EWS Inc help you specify the correct product s for your application Know and understand your city water or have well water tested completely to specify the correct point of entry system s Choose a filtration upgrade at the sink for consumption based on tested results and or additional needs or concerns A complete solution may use one or more products t...

Page 28: ...ephone 702 256 8182 Fax 702 256 3744 E Mail customerservice ewswater com Visit us on the web at www ewswater com This service guide and all materials herein is the property and copyright of EWS Inc 05 03 051803 Available on the Internet throughAuthorized Retail Web Distributors and Business to Business E Commerce Distributors Available throughAuthorized Building Wholesale Supply Locations Kitchen ...

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