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5.0 FILTER CARTRIDGE
5.1 Carbon Filter Cartridge Life
Taste and Odor, and Microbiological Purifying Cartridges:
Taste and odor, and
microbiological cartridges contain
activated carbon
. When new, a small amount of harmless
carbon particles may be present in the filtered water. Open the faucet and flush for
2 minutes. It is recommended to
replace carbon filter cartridges every six months or
400 gallons
of use. There are several variables that determine how long a cartridge will last.
These include:
1. How much water you use, and
2. How much sediment, taste and/or odor, or other unwanted substance, is in the water.
Use the following information as a guide. However, no matter which type of cartridge you are
using, you will know it is time to replace them when you first notice the return of the unwanted
sediment, taste and/or odor in your water, or when the flow diminishes or stops.
WINIX Water Filtration System model FCSPU1 with replacement filters SPCF1 and SPUF1
conforms to NSF/ANSI 42 and 53 for the specific performance claims as verified and
substantiated by test data. The rated capacity for this system is 400 gallons (1513 liters) at a
rated service flow of 0.5 gallons per minute.
5.2 UF Cartridge Life
5.3 Filter Cartridge Replacement
1. Turn filter cartridge to left (clockwise) until “Insert” arrow aligns with the arrow on the
system manifold. Pull straight down to remove filter.*
2. Dispose of filter cartridge properly.
3. Install new cartridge by aligning “Insert” arrow with the arrow on the manifold. Turn filter to
right (counter clockwise) until “Lock” arrow is aligned with the arrow on the manifold.
4. Turn water and system faucet on to check for leaks. If leaking occurs, reinstall filter and check
for proper arrow alignment.
5. Flush filter unit for at least 2 minutes prior to use.
* Turn water off at plumbing connection first. While not necessary, it can reduce potential
leaking
Filter
A
Filter
B
Filter
C
Head
Filter cartridge
Turn filter cartridge
to the right to
attach to head manifold
Turn filter cartridge
to the left to
remove from manifold
<Figure 5.3.1>
The rated capacity for the UF Filter Cartridge is 1200 gallons or 18 months at a rated flow of
0.5 gallons per minute. This filter is responsible for a filtration process that removes:
microbiological pollutants, heavy metals, and many other pollutants.
IMPORTANT: The UF Filter Cartridge must be operate when water is between
33° and 100° F.
WARNING: The UF Filter Cartridge will be damaged if frozen. The UF Filter Cartridge
must be kept above temperatures of 32°F (0°C). Failure to do so may cause the
UF Filter Cartridge to dry, freeze, become damaged, and will void all warranties. Operating
a damaged system may lead to personal injury and/or physical harm.
