Whirlpool Gold® Central Water Filtration System How to install, operate and maintain your Central Water Filtration System If you have any questions or concerns when installing, operating or maintaining your Central Water Filtration System, call our toll free number: 1-866-986-3223 Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 7 PM EST or visit www.ecodynewatertreatment.com When you call, please be prepared to provide the model, date code and serial number of your product, located on the rating decal on back of the cover.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Specifications & Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Central Water Filtration System Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Before You Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications & Dimensions Rated Service Flow Rate Pressure Drop at Rated Service Flow Pressure Drop at 9.6 gpm Water Pressure Limits (minimum / maximum) Water Temperature Limits (minimum / maximum) Drain Flow Rate 0.50 0.75 Rated Capacity at Chlorine Concentration** of: 1.0 1.5 2.0 Sediment Removal with 30-40 micron particle size Sediment Removal with 40-50 micron particle size Model WHELJ1 6.0 gpm ppm ppm ppm ppm ppm * From independent laboratory test data.
Central Water Filtration System Safety Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
Inspect Shipment Remove and discard (or recycle) all packing materials. To avoid loss of small parts, we suggest you keep the small parts in the parts bag until you are ready to use them. The parts required to assemble and install the Central Water Filtration System are included with the unit. Thoroughly check the Central Water Filtration System for possible shipping damage and parts loss. Also inspect and note any damage to the shipping carton.
Installation Requirements LOCATION REQUIREMENTS Consider the following when selecting an installation location for the Central Water Filtration System. = The Central Water Filtration System works on 24 volt, 60 Hz electrical power only, supplied by a direct plug-in transformer (included). Provide an electrical outlet in accordance with NEC and local codes. = Do not operate the Central Water Filtration System where freezing temperatures occur. Do not attempt to treat water over 120ºF.
Installation Requirements PLUMBING CODES VALVE DRAIN REQUIREMENTS All plumbing must be completed in accordance with national, state and local plumbing codes. Using the flexible drain hose (included), measure and cut to the length needed. Flexible drain hose is not allowed in all localities (check your plumbing codes). If local codes do not allow use of a flexible drain hose, a rigid valve drain run must be used. Purchase a compression fitting (1/4 NPT x 1/2 in.
Installation Requirements INLET - OUTLET PLUMBING OPTIONS 3 VALVE BYPASS Always install either a single bypass valve (provided) to the contractor/plumber-supplied plumbing, as shown in Figure 7 OR if desired, a 3 valve bypass system (parts not included) can be installed, as shown in Figure 6. Bypass valves allow you to turn off water to the Central Water Filtration System for maintenance if needed, but still have water in house pipes.
Installation Instructions TURN OFF WATER SUPPLY LEVEL IF NECESSARY 1. Close the main water supply valve, near the well pump or water meter. 2. Open all faucets to drain water from the house pipes. NOTE: Be sure not to drain water from the water heater, as damage to the water heater elements could result. MOVE THE CENTRAL WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM INTO PLACE Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install Central Water Filtration System.
Installation Instructions ASSEMBLE INLET AND OUTLET PLUMBING A ground clamp should be installed on the household plumbing supply lines in accordance with the National Electric Code. Ground Clamp (2) Screw with lock washer & nut Metal Pipes Plastic Bypass Valve Electrical Shock Hazard Install metal ground clamp to metal house water supply pipe before beginning installation. Securely tighten connection in center of metal ground clamp. FIG. 10 Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
Installation Instructions SINGLE BYPASS VALVE INSTALL VALVE DRAIN HOSE 1. Measure, cut to needed length and connect the 3/8" drain line (provided) to the Central Water Filtration System valve drain fitting (See Figure 11). Use a hose clamp to hold the hose in place. Drain Line Connection Pull handle OUT for normal operation NOTE: If codes require a rigid drain line see “Valve Drain requirements" section. 2. Run the drain hose or copper tubing to the floor drain. Secure drain hose.
Programming the Central Water Filtration System Display UP button DOWN button PROGRAM button CLEAN button FIG. 12 SET TIME OF DAY When the transformer is plugged into the electrical outlet, a model code and a test number (example: J2.0), begin to flash in the faceplate display. Then, 12:00 PM and the words “PRESENT TIME" begin to flash. If the words “PRESENT TIME" do not show in the display, press the PROGRAM button until they do. 1. Press the r UP or s DOWN buttons to set the present time.
Start Up Procedure IMPORTANT: Run the start up cycle immediately after completing installation, before using any water in the home. During the start up cycle: Throughout the start up cycle you will hear the valve changing position and notice the flow of water to drain starting and stopping. The start up cycle will take approximately 20 minutes. Avoid using water during this time. Do not set the time of day or press other buttons during the start up cycle, as this will interrupt the start up cycle.
Customizing Features / Options START A CLEAN RINSE CYCLE SET LENGTH OF CLEAN RINSE To manually start a Clean Rinse cycle, press and hold the CLEAN button for a few seconds, until “RECHARGE NOW” flashes in the display. By default the Central Water Filtration System’s Clean Rinse cycle will consist of a 2 minute backwash followed by a 1 minute fast rinse. This should be sufficient for most applications.
Customizing Features / Options OPERATING IN MANUAL CLEAN RINSE MODE RE-ENABLING AUTOMATIC CLEAN RINSE Clean Rinse cycles will run automatically, unless the automatic Clean Rinse function has been disabled. If this function has been disabled, it will be necessary to manually initiate any Clean Rinse cycles. It is recommended that a Clean Rinse cycle should be run at least once each month, or more frequently if necessary.
Care of Your Central Water Filtration System VACATIONS AND EXTENDED PERIODS OF NO WATER USE PROTECT THE CENTRAL WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM FROM FREEZING If the Central Water Filtration System is installed where it could freeze (summer cabin, lake home, etc.), you must drain all water from it to stop possible freeze damage.
Troubleshooting PROBLEM Water has black or gray color Low water pressure at house faucets CAUSE (NEW SYSTEM) Start up procedure has not been completed (NOT A NEW SYSTEM) Normal abrasion of filtration media Sediment filter screen is clogged Filtration media pores are blocked Water has objectionable taste and/or odor No water flow to drain during Clean Rinse cycle Clean Rinse cycle does not run automatically Clean Rinse cycle does not run at the programmed time of day Steady beeping from electronic co
Troubleshooting Procedure for removing error code from display: 1. Unplug transformer from electrical outlet. 2. Correct problem. 3. Plug in transformer. 4. Wait 6 minutes. The error code will return if the problem was not corrected.
Troubleshooting CLEANING THE SEDIMENT FILTER SCREEN This procedure is not required if the Central Water Filtration System is operating normally. It should be performed only if a problem with low water pressure at household faucets is encountered, as detailed in the troubleshooting table on Page 17. FIG. 25 1. Press and hold the CLEAN button for a few seconds, until “RECHARGE NOW” begins to flash in the display. REMOVING VALVE ASSEMBLY 2.
Central Water Filtration System Exploded View 13 19 14 22 21 23 Valve Assembly See Pages 22 & 23 for parts 15 24 25 16 17 1 2 4 3 5 6 7 18 8 9 10 11 12 20 20
Central Water Filtration System Parts List Key No. Part No. ¢ 7290876 1 7170296 Assembly, Replacement Mineral Tank, w/media & associated components (Includes Key Nos.
Valve Assembly Exploded View 50 51 83 82 52 81 53 80 54 55 56 57 79 60 61 78 59 58 wear-strip seal 62 63 64 cross-section view 65 77 67 70 66 68 69 76 75 71 72 74 73 22
Valve Parts List Key No. 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 ¢ Part No. 7224087 7286039 0900857 7231385 0503288 7284964 7142942 0900431 7024160 7170327 7290410 7170238 7170212 7082087 7199232 7170246 7134224 7170204 7092642 7129889 7116713 7278442 7170288 7082053 7081764 7170319 7100940 7081201 7085263 7074123 7077472 7030713 7325702 7070412 7129716 ¢ Not illustrated. Description Screw, #8-32 x 1” (2 req.) Motor (incl. 2 ea. of Key No.