First Water FW-1200-M, Operation Manual

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Operation Manual FW-1200-M
© 2012 First Water Systems, Inc pg. 15
6 Troubleshooting
6.1 Pump will not move water
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Check the 120 volt power source
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Check the Pump Strainer Basket for debris
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Check that the Pump is primed
6.2 Water not flowing from Clean Water Hose
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Follow troubleshooting steps for “Pump will not move water”
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Check that Main Valve is open
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Check power source to Purification Unit
 Check Foot Valve for excessive debris
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Check the UV Lamp and replace if necessary (The FW-1200-
M will not allow water through the system if the UV Lamp is
not operating)
6.3 Water leaks from top of Canisters
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Check that each Canister O-Ring is in place and lubricated
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Hand tighten Canister
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A small, dripping leak is not abnormal
6.4 Water leaks UV Chamber
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Inspect Quartz Sleeve for damage
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Inspect Quarts Sleeve O-Rings and Washers (See “Replacing
Quartz Sleeve”)
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Tighten UV Canister End Cap