GE Homespring UF 100 Operation Manual Download Page 11

3/4”x1/4”

Bushing

3/4” Brass

Tee

Check 

Valve

Mini Ball Valve 

with Plug

Outlet port 

of System 

3/4” MNPT 

Nipple

3/4” poly 

Nipple

Stainless Steel

Flex Hose

3/4” MNPT 

Nipple

Outlet fitting assembly

UF100 with 

optional Surface 

Water Option Kit 

model only

fiGUrE 15 

Metal

Support

Strap

fiGUrE 19 

Fasten

System

to End Cast Iron 

Stand here

Channel

on the System

Attach foam gasket

to concave feature on 

the End Cast Iron Stand

Tab on the 

Middle Cast 

Iron Stand

fiGUrE 18 

Outlet fitting assembly

Mini Ball Valve

with Plug

Inlet/Outlet

Fitting

Stainless Steel 

Flex Hose

For models 

equipped with 

Surface Water 

Option Kit only 

3/4” MNPT

Nipple

Check 

Valve

Outlet port

of System

fiGUrE 17 

inlet fitting assembly

Mini Ball Valve

with Plug

Inlet/Outlet

Fitting

Stainless Steel 

Flex Hose

For models 

equipped with 

Surface Water 

Option Kit only 

Inlet Solenoid

Valve

3/4” MNPT

Nipple

Inlet port of 

System

fiGUrE 16 

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a

For UFC 207, UF 207, UFC 209, UF 209, UFC  211, 

and UF 211 models, the two Inlet/Outlet Fitting assemblies 

are shipped pre-assembled, with the Mini Ball Valves and 

Plugs already installed. Ensure that the Teflon® tape at both 

threaded ends are in good condition. Assemble the Inlet and 

Outlet Fitting assemblies as shown. 

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b

7

a

6

a

6

a

 UFC 207, UF 207,  UFC 209, UF 209,  UFC 211, and 

UF 211

models, install the Drain Solenoid Valve (normally 

closed) to the ½” Nipple to the Drain port of the System. 

The  directional  arrow  on  the  Drain  Solenoid  Valve  must 

point in the direction of the water flow (i.e. away from the 

System). Install the Nylon Elbow to the flow exit port of the 

Drain Solenoid Valve.

Horizontally-mounted Systems:

Install the ½” Nipple and the ½” Brass Elbow 

provided in 

the Horizontal Mounting Kit at the Drain port of the System. 

Install the Drain Solenoid Valve to the ½” Brass Elbow 

using another ½” Nipple. 

7

b

For  UFC100,  UF100,  and  UF100  with  optional 

Surface  Water  Option  Kit  models,  connect  the  Drain 

Solenoid Valve (normally closed) to the 3/4” Nipple at the 

Drain port of the System. The directional arrow on the Drain 

Solenoid  Valve  must  point  in  the  direction  of  the  water 

flow (i.e. away from the System). Thread the Nylon Elbow 

to  the  water  flow  exit  port  of  the  Drain  Solenoid  Valve.

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a

The System Base is not required in this installation. Peel 

off the adhesive backing on the foam gasket supplied in 

the Horizontal Mounting Kit. Attach the foam gasket to the 

concave feature on the End Cast Iron Stand. 

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applicable to Horizontally-mounted Systems 

The directional arrow on the Check Valve must point in the 

direction of the water flow.

The directional arrow on the Check Valve must point in the 

direction of the water flow.

The directional arrow on the Inlet Solenoid Valve must point 

in the direction of the water flow.

Lift  up  and  place  the  System  in  the  Bracket.  Orient  the 

System  to  make  the  Inlet,  Drain,  and  Outlet  ports  facing 

downward.  Ensure  that  the  channel  on  the  back  of  the 

System  locks  into  the  tab  on  the  Middle  Cast  Iron  Stand.

Using two of the 3/8” bolts supplied with the System,  fasten 

the bottom of the System to the cross bar on the End Cast 

Iron Stand. The Middle Cast Iron Stand is attached to the 

Cast  Iron  Cross  Member  by  two  ¼”  bolts  and  lock  nuts.    

Unscrew  the  ¼”  bolt  and  lock  nut  closest  to  the  System. 

Position the semi-circular Metal Support Strap over the Sys

-

tem. Align the holes on the Metal Support Strap with the holes 

on the Middle Cast Iron Stand. Reusing the ¼” bolt and lock nut 

from the last step, fasten one end of the Metal Support Strap to 

the Middle Cast Iron Stand. Use the remaining ¼” bolt and lock 

nut supplied in the Horizontal Mounting Kit to fasten the other 

end of the Metal Support Strap to the Middle Cast Iron Stand.

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Summary of Contents for Homespring UF 100

Page 1: ...18 23 G ANNUAL MAINTENANCE Pages 23 24 H WINTERIZATION Pages 25 27 I TROUBLESHOOTING Pages 28 29 J SPECIFICATIONS Pages 30 31 K FAQ Pages 32 33 L REPLACEMENT PART LIST AND PROCEDURES Pages 34 42 Operations Manual Homespring Qualified Technician Operation and Maintenance Guide UFC 211 UF 211 UFC 209 UF 209 UFC 207 UF 207 2006 V10 0 P N 23332 UFC 100 UF 100 UF 100 w with Surface Water Option Kit Wat...

Page 2: ...ed when installing or servicing the filtration system System Failure to do may result in System damage serious personal in jury death and or property damage Use of non OEM parts will void the manufacturer s warranty WARNING Operational All System Parts and Components must be installed in accordance with all local building and plumbing codes The System must be installed on a cold water supply line ...

Page 3: ...tion Bypass Procedure 1 Close Inlet and Outlet Valves If ball valves are installed turn the handles perpendicular to the water pipe 2 Open Bypass Valve If ball valve is in stalled turn the handle in line with the water pipe 3 Unplug Controller To return to filtered water service 1 Close Bypass Valve If ball valve is installed turn the handle perpendicular to the water pipe 2 Open Inlet and Outlet ...

Page 4: ...he system Models with activated carbon filter option certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected waters that may contain filterable cysts The UFC 100 UFC 207 UFC 209 and UFC 211 models All equipped with a Carbon Prefilter have been certified as D CONTACT INFORMATION GE Water Process Technologies 3239 Dundas Street West Oakville ON Canada L6M 4B2 Phone 1 866 418 7412 www Homespring com ...

Page 5: ...andard System with the exception of additional parts which must be installed as shown Additional parts include an Inlet Solenoid Valve Check Valve and External Prefilter Awater softener can be placed either before upstream or af ter downstream the System If the softener is downstream of the System it is recommended that a supply line of hard water be plumbed to the kitchen so that filtered mineral...

Page 6: ...m pre assembled System Base Base Controller Transformer 120VAC Stainless Steel Prefilter Two Stainless Steel Flex Hoses Inside the bubble bag 1 Drain Solenoid Valve Normally Closed 1 Nylon Elbow 2 Brass Tees 2 Brass Bushings 2 Mini Ball Valves with Plugs 2 Brass Nipples 3 x 2 anchors 3 shims 3 washers 3 3 8 bolts 1 Air Relief Valve UF100 with optional Surface Water Option Kit System pre assembled ...

Page 7: ...ine diverted from the main water line is recommended to be installed upstream of the System for all exterior taps pool or hot tub makeup valves and irrigation systems This set up will help prolong the life of the System membrane Horizontal Mounting Kit Optional 2 Cast Iron Stands 2 Cast Iron Cross Members 1 Metal Support Strap 1 Air Relief Valve 1 Brass Elbow 1 Brass Tee 1 Brass Plug 1 Foam gasket...

Page 8: ... The vertical spacing required is 36 from the bottom of the bracket If possible install the System at a height convenient for servicing Installation Drill into the concrete floor or block and anchor the Bracket with the four supplied concrete bolts Three of the concrete bolts come with the System and the forth bolt is supplied with in Horizontal Mounting Kit If required use the shims supplied with...

Page 9: ...ket up align the top mounting hole on the Bracket assembly with the pre drilled hole on the wall stud and secure the Bracket assembly with one 2 anchoring bolt Do not tighten this bolt completely 4b The System is shipped fully assembled except for the System Base Attach the System Base to the Back pulse Tank using the supplied 3 8 bolts and washers 1 The Backpulse Tank has been pre pressurized to ...

Page 10: ... to the local plumbing code in your area The directional arrow on the Inlet Solenoid Valve must point in the direction of the water flow Do not pressurize the Backpulse Tank to greater than 35psi Higher pressures may cause the tank s bladder to burst leading to ineffective daily cleaning Ineffective cleaning can greatly reduce the life of the System lead ing to personal injury illness and or death...

Page 11: ...tall the Drain Solenoid Valve to the Brass Elbow using another Nipple 7b For UFC100 UF100 and UF100 with optional Surface Water Option Kit models connect the Drain Solenoid Valve normally closed to the 3 4 Nipple at the Drain port of the System The directional arrow on the Drain Solenoid Valve must point in the direction of the water flow i e away from the System Thread the Nylon Elbow to the wate...

Page 12: ...on in this manual to install the External Prefilter Connect the Stain less Steel Flex Hose on the Inlet Fitting assembly to the External Prefilter Once finished connect the External Prefilter to the MNPT end of the new Inlet plumbing For Horizontally mounted Systems rotate the Inlet Solenoid Valve right side up Connect the Stainless Steel Flex Hose of the Outlet Fitting Assembly to the MNPT end of...

Page 13: ...en the connection Take care not to cross thread this connection Fibre Chamber Air Vent Assembly 3 Complete Pre filter Chamber Air Vent Assembly as shown in FIGURE 24a A second Air Relief Valve is provided with the Water Purifier System Use Teflon tape at all connections Install the Pre filter Air Vent Assembly on the NPT port close to the System Cap Do not use tools and do not over tighen this con...

Page 14: ...e A dedicated trap drain must be installed by a li censed plumber due to the complexity of venting sizing and trap installation Improper venting and trap installation can lead to sewer gases backing up into the house Exposure to contaminated water or gases could lead to personal injury and or death WARNING Drain hose must be an chored down to the floor or wall and directed down into the drain FIGU...

Page 15: ...he Controller to the wall by tightening the two screws Use the plastic anchors if necessary 2 Ensure the transformer is not plugged into the electrical receptacle Connect the power supply cable from the transformer to 24VAC terminals on the Controller Polarity is not important 3 Connect the Drain Solenoid Valve cable to the Drain terminals on the Controller Refer to FIGURE 27 Plug the Drain Soleno...

Page 16: ...of power failure and will not activate the flushing and draining sequences NOTE Once the Controller is set the Controller will remember the Start Time Program Number and Flush Drain Interval settings if applicable even if the electrical power to the Controller is interrupted NOTE When the System is undergoing a flushing or a draining sequence very little or no water will be available for use in th...

Page 17: ...Increase frequency of flush drain cycle if the System TMP rises too quickly Increasing the number of Flush Drain cycles per day will prolong the life of the System however morewaterwillbeusedforsystemcleaningpurposes A Manual Flush Note For use when the instructions in this manual or the Owner s Manual call for a Manual Flush To manually flush the System press NEXT once MANUAL flashes on the scree...

Page 18: ...sing the Cap Wrench For models with a Stainless Steel Prefilter a Carbon Pre filter may be purchased separately if desired The Surface Water Option Kit is purchased separately from the System except for UF100 with optional Surface Water Option Kit model Install this kit in surface water applications For convenience of servicing install the External Prefilter between the Inlet Valve and the Inlet F...

Page 19: ... Controller Func tions section under E INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS on how to perform a Manual Flush sequence Following the Manual Flush open a cold water tap that is downstream of the System Allow water to flow for 15 minutes The System requires a 15 minute flush to remove the food grade factory preservative 3 Horizontal mounted Systems Ensure that there is still some water inside the System after t...

Page 20: ...ce the flushing is complete open the Outlet Valve and a nearby COLD water tap to flush most of the chlorine from the System Run the tap fully open for at least 10 minutes Further flushing must be performed by the homeowner later Refer to the Final Flush by Homeowner section at the end of F COMMISSIONING Note Use only COLD water taps and continue the flow of water until there is no chlorine smell D...

Page 21: ...rity Tester into a power supply Press any button twice to turn it on Press the scroll keys until the screen displays Integrity Test Press ENTER and use the scroll keys to choose either Vertical or Horizontal depending on the mounting position of the system 3 Enter Display Screen Scroll tubing from Outlet Mini Ball Valve LED Indicators FIGURE 44 FIGURE 41 2 For Horizontally mounted Systems Remove t...

Page 22: ... cause is a leak in the System from hoses connections or valves Be sure that all connections are tight before beginning the test and the Inlet and Outlet Valves are closed Leaky valves and loose connections will cause a FAIL If a FAULT occurs during a test a fault description will appear The following are potential notifications with corresponding corrective actions Note If there is no water comin...

Page 23: ...f the System to protect your hands At the end of the procedure wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water Do not reuse the gloves Dispose of the gloves in the garbage Complete Paperwork The following documents are shipped with the System Owner s Manual Congratulations letter Installation Checklist Service Tag Warranty Card Pipe Labels Complete all info on the Service Tag and hang from System C...

Page 24: ... Installation section under E INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS to install a new External Prefilter cartridge 4 Be careful to avoid MC1 cleaning agent coming in contact with skin or clothing Wash the mixing container well before reuse WARNING Cleaning the Stainless Steel Facade or Nameplate If required the surface may be cleaned using a mild soap solution Do not use any other cleaners or abrasive material...

Page 25: ...m by installing a MNPT PVC plug H WINTERIZATION PROCEDURE 4 If an External Prefilter has been installed open the Mini Ball Valve on the bottom of the housing and allow to drain Press the red button on the External Prefilter head to speed up draining Unscrew the housing from the head and remove the External Prefilter cartridge from the housing and discard Do not install a new filter cartridge Re at...

Page 26: ...d Reinstall the plug into the Outlet Stainless Steel Flex Hose Fill with approximately 3 US gal 12litres of 58o F 50o C propylene glycol based plumbing antifreeze The UFC 207 UF 207 UFC 209 UF 209 UFC 211 and UF 211 Series models do not have enough internal space to accomodate 3 gallons of antifreeze initially Remove the plug from the Outlet Stainless Steel Flex Hose and drain some antifreeze wate...

Page 27: ...Inlet Valve and Outlet Valve Use the Controller to depressurize the System Use Pressure Gauges to ensure no pressure remains in the System Open Note If the winterization spring start up is combined with the annual maintenance cleaning procedure have the hom eowner continue to run a cold water tap for 60 minutes instead of 30 minutes This is required to meet NSF drinking water standards and to remo...

Page 28: ...NSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS initiate a manual flush and verify Drain Solenoid Valve is working Replace valve if necessary Water does not flow through System Black cap on Air Vent must be backed off by 1 5 turns from tight to allow air in and out of System If UF 100 with Surface Water Option Kit or a modelwith an optional Surface Water Option Kit is installed check if Inlet Solenoid Valve is in the no...

Page 29: ... heard from the Drain Solenoid Valve Replace valve if necessary Check connections are installed correctly and transformer is plugged in Inlet Solenoid Valve Doesn t close to allow System to drain On the Controller press NEXT once Simultaneously press MANUAL FLUSH and the down arrow together and hold fore a full 5 seconds A buzz sound should be heard from the Inlet Solenoid Valve Replace valve if n...

Page 30: ...28 4 73 7 litres 7 5 19 5 gal 28 4 73 7 litres 7 5 19 5 gal 28 4 73 7 litres 7 5 19 5 gal 28 4 73 7 litres System efficiency 92 96 92 96 94 97 87 94 4 92 96 4 94 97 4 Controller voltage 24 VAC 24 VAC 24 VAC 24 VAC 24 VAC 24 VAC Inlet port female 3 4 14 NPT 3 4 14 NPT 3 4 14 NPT 3 4 14 NPT 3 4 14 NPT 3 4 14 NPT Outlet port female 3 4 14 NPT 3 4 14 NPT 3 4 14 NPT 3 4 14 NPT 3 4 14 NPT 3 4 14 NPT Dra...

Page 31: ...7 litres 15 gal 56 7 litres Program 3 4 flush backpulse cycles 2 flush backpulse cycles 1 drain cycle 2 flush backpulse cycles 1 drain cycle Estimated water use US gallons 20 gal 75 6 litres 13 5 gal 51 litres 13 5 gal 51 litres Program 4 N A 2 flush backpulse cycles 2 drain cycles 2 flush backpulse cycles 2 drain cycles Estimated water use US gallons N A 19 5 gal 73 7 litres 19 5 gal 73 7 litres ...

Page 32: ...are removed as the water passes from the outside of the Prefilter to the inside 2 The prefiltered water then passes down into the System to the membrane chamber 3 In the membrane chamber the water travels through membrane pores from the outside of the hollow fibre membrane to the inside leaving behind unwanted particles such as bacteria parasites and certain viruses 4 The filtered water then trave...

Page 33: ...the membrane and remain in your water This includes calcium and magnesium which contribute to your hard water and other dissolved solids like essential minerials and flouride How long does the automatic cleaning cycle take Depending on the program selected each cleaning cycle may take from 2 5 to 16 5 minutes Refer to the Controller Settings section under E INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for details Ho...

Page 34: ...pressurize the System by turning on a tap until no water flows out from the tap 3 Drain the System by activating a Manual Flush sequence Refer to the instructions in the Controller Functions section under E INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS on how to perform a Manual Flush sequence 4 Turn off the tap and close the Outlet Valve 5 Unplug the Controller 6 Disconnect the Drain Solenoid Valve cable and the Inl...

Page 35: ...kbythehand 33 Reattach the Locking Clip Air Relief Valve Inlet Outlet Drain pipe assemblies Internal Prefilter System Cap External Prefilter if applicable and the Air Vent Assembly Reattach the Metal Support Strap and the Controller Refer to E INSTALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS 15 Remove the new replacement module from the packaging Screw it onto the Backpulse Tank 16 Reattach the Locking Clip Air Relief ...

Page 36: ...d carefully remove and dispose of the Internal Prefilter D EXTERNAL PREFILTER REPLACEMENT Depending on the water quality the External Prefilter may need to be washed or replaced prior to the Annual Maintenance A decrease in water pressure at the taps indicate that the External Prefilter may need to be replaced Note For rinsing of the used External Prefilter cartridge save a bucket of filtered wate...

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Page 38: ...UFC100 UF100 UF100 with Surface Water Option Kit Series 2 1 3 4 7 6 5 9 8 10 11 15 16 17 14 4 25 26 12 FIGURE 60 18 19 23 20 21 22 13 24 38 ...

Page 39: ...ervice Tag X X X 14 23029 Cap Wrench X X X Sub Assembly Kits 15 23117 Installation Sub Assembly Kit Inlet Pipe Assembly Kit Outlet Pipe Assembly Kit Drain Pipe Assembly Kit Air Relief Valve X X X 16 23103 Inlet or Outlet Pipe Assembly Kit Nipple Brass Tee x Bushing Mini Ball Valve with Plug Stainless Steel Flex Hose X X X 17 23105 Drain Pipe Assembly Kit Drain Solenoid Valve normally closed Elbow ...

Page 40: ...1 3 2 6 5 8 8 9 14 15 16 17 23 19 20 18 25 30 31 32 33 UFC 207 UF 207 UFC 209 UF 209 UFC 211 and UF 211 Series 21 24 FIGURE 61 11 10 22 27 26 28 29 7 4 40 13 12 ...

Page 41: ...3153 System Cap Short X 15 23154 System Cap Long X 16 23214 Loading O ring X X 17 23260 Kit Locking Clip with mounting screw X X 18 23159 System Base X X 19 23172 Thimble Filter X X 20 23221 Plug 1 4 NPT X X 21 23145 Service Tag X X 22 23029 Cap Wrench X X 23 23160 Backpulse Tank X X 24 23070 MC1 Cleaning Agent For ground water applications X X Sub Assembly Kits 25 23236 Installation Sub Assembly ...

Page 42: ...23060 Wall Bracket 8 23061 1 to Reducing Bushing 9 23183 Mini Ball Valve Plug 10 23062 Mini Ball Valve 11 23104 Housing Wrench External Prefilter Service Testing Kit Parts 12 23104 Housing Wrench External Prefilter 13 23180 Digital Air Pressure Gauge 14 23110 Integrity Tester Kit 120V Integrity Tester Transformer tubing x2 15 23147 Integrity Tester no transformer 16 23148 Transformer 120V for Inte...

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