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Operating Instructions
How Your Automatic Filter Works
Raw water enters your home through the main supply line, enters your filter, and passes downward through the media bed.
Impurities such as turbidity and sediment (MMF) and organics (ACF) are removed from the water. The filtered water then flows
up and into your household water lines.
The neutralizing filter (NF) is designed to raise the pH of your water to eliminate corrosive characteristics.
EXAMPLE:
A pH of 5.5 can be raised to 7.0 which is neutral. When the water is neutralized it is then possible to remove the
iron with the addition of an iron filter.
Water Pressure
Your water filter is designed to operate under normal water pressures from 20 psi to 125 psi.
Regeneration and Automatic Bypass
Water filters are factory set to regenerate at 1:00 a.m. during a period of little or no water use. The regeneration cycle lasts
approximately 15 minutes, after which filtered water service is restored. While regeneration is taking place, “raw water”
automatically bypasses the filter if required. If possible, avoid using water during regeneration to prevent unfiltered water
entering your household plumbing system. Note: When more than one filter is being used, regeneration should be staggered by
15 minute intervals from 1 a.m.
Manual Bypass
(Figure 3A)
In case of an emergency, you can isolate your water filter from the
water supply using the bypass valve located at the back of the control.
In normal operation the bypass is open with the on/off knobs in line with
the inlet and outlet pipes. To isolate the filter, simply rotate the knobs
clockwise (as indicated by the word BYPASS and arrow) until they lock.
You can use your water related fixtures and appliances as the water
supply is bypassing the filter. However, the water you use will be
unfiltered.
To resume filtered water service, open the bypass valve by rotating the
knobs counter-clockwise.
Stainless Steel Bypass
(Figure 3B)
In normal operation the bypass lever is aligned with the inlet/outlet with
the pointer on SERVICE. To isolate the filter, rotate lever counter
clockwise until it stops and pointer indicates unit is in bypass.
You can use your water related fixtures and appliances as the water
supply is bypassing the filter. However, the water you use will be
unfiltered.
To resume filtered water service, open the bypass valve by reversing
the rotation of the lever.
New Sounds
You will notice new sounds, such as the hum of the timer, as your filter
operates. During regeneration, it will not be uncommon to hear water
running to the drain.
INLET
OUTLET
OUTLET
INLET
Figure 3B
Figure 3A