Performance Data Sheet
SmartWater Filtration System—GE
®
GSWF Cartridge
This system has been tested and certified in filter model GE GSWF according to NSF/ANSI Standards 42 and 53 for reduction of claims as specified below.
The concentration of the indicated substances in water entering the system was reduced to a concentration less than or equal to the permissible limit for water
leaving the system, as specified in NSF/ANSI Standards 42 and 53.*
Operating Specifications
• Pressure requirement: 40–120 psi (2.8–8.2 bar), non-shock
• Temperature: 33–100°F (0.6–38°C)
• Flow rate: 0.5 gpm (1.9 lpm)
General Installation/Operation/Maintenance Requirements
• Flush new cartridge at full flow for 1-1/2 gallons (about three minutes) to purge
trapped air.
• Replace cartridge when flow becomes too slow.
• Protect from freezing by removing filter cartridge when temperatures are
expected to drop below 40°F (4.4°C). Do not install systems in areas where
ambient temperatures may go above 100ºF or below 40°F. Do not install
on a hot water supply.
Special Notices
• Installation instructions are included with the product when shipped.
• This drinking water system must be maintained according to manufacturer’s
instructions, including replacement of filter cartridges.
• The contaminants or other substances removed or reduced by this water
treatment system are not necessarily in your water.
Standard No. 42: Aesthetic Effects
• Chemical
– Chlorine Taste and Odor
Tested and Certified by NSF International against NSF/ANSI Standards 42 and 53 in model GE GSWF for the reduction of:
• Mechanical Filtration
– Particulate Reduction, Class I
Standard No. 53: Health Effects
• Chemical Reduction
– Atrazine Reduction
– Turbidity Reduction
– Lead and Lindane Reduction
• Mechanical Filtration
– Cyst Reduction
• Check for compliance with the applicable state and local laws and regulations.
• Note that while the testing was performed under standard laboratory conditions,
actual performance may vary. Systems must be installed and operated in
accordance with manufacturer’s recommended procedures and guidelines.
• Installation and use MUST comply with all state and local plumbing codes. Do not
install if water pressure exceeds 120 psi. If your water pressure exceeds 80 psi
(552 kPa), you should install a pressure-limiting valve. Contact a plumbing
professional if you are uncertain how to check your water pressure.
• Do not install where water hammer conditions may occur. If water hammer
conditions exist you must install a water hammer arrester. Contact a plumbing
professional if you are uncertain how to check for this condition.
• Where a backflow prevention device is installed on a water system, a device for
controlling pressure due to thermal expansion must be installed.
For conditions of use, health claims certified by the California Department of Public
Health, and replacements, see performance data sheet. California Department
of Public Health Certification #08-1972. The contaminants or other substances
removed or reduced by this water filter are not necessarily in all users’ water.
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REPLACEMENT ELEMENT
Substance Reduction
Average Influent
NSF specified Challenge
Concentration
Avg % Reduction
Average Product
Water
Concentration
Max Permissible
Product Water
Concentration
NSF Reduction
Requirements
NSF Test Report
Chlorine Taste and Odor
2.0 mg/L
2.0 mg/L ± 10%
97.5%
0.05 mg/L
N/A
≥ 50%
J-00056501
Nominal Particulate
Class I, ≥0.5 to <1.0 µm
13,666,666 pts/mL
at least 10,000 particles/mL
98.9%
143,333 pts/mL
N/A
≥ 85%
J-00056506
Cyst*
122,500 cysts/L
Minimum 50,000 cysts/L
99.99%
1 cyst/L
N/A
≥ 99.95%
J-00056513
Atrazine
0.009 mg/L
0.009 mg/L ± 10%
89.3%
0.0001 mg/L
0.003 mg/L
N/A
J-00056512
Lead at pH 6.5
0.153 mg/L
0.15 mg/L ± 10%
99.3%
0.001 mg/L
0.010 mg/L
N/A
J-00056515
Lead at pH 8.5
0.050 mg/L
0.15 mg/L ± 10%
99.3%
0.001 mg/L
0.010 mg/L
N/A
J-00058784
Lindane
0.002 mg/L
0.002 mg/L ± 10%
97.8%
0.00004 mg/L
0.0002 mg/L
N/A
J-00058969
Turbidity
10.8 NTU**
11 ± 1 NTU
98.7%
0.13 NTU
0.5 NTU
N/A
J-00058972
*Based on the use of Cryptosporidium parvum oocysts
**NTU=Nephelometric Turbidity Units
Capacity 750 gallons (2,839 liters). Contaminant reduction determined by NSF testing.
Application Guidelines/Water Supply Parameters
Service Flow
0.5 gpm (1.9 lpm)
Water Supply
Potable Water
Water Pressure
40 – 120 psi (2.8 – 8.2 bar)
Water Temperature
33°F – 100°F (0.6C – 38°C)
EPA #10350-MN-005
WARNING
To reduce the risk associated with the ingestion of contaminants:
• Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system. Systems certified for cyst reduction may be used
on disinfected water that may contain filterable cysts. EPA Establishment #10350-MN-005.
It is essential that the manufacturer’s recommended installation, maintenance and filter replacement requirements be carried out for the product to perform as advertised.
See Installation Manual for Warranty information.
Note: While the testing was performed under standard laboratory conditions, actual performance may vary.