WHOLE HOUSE WATER FILTERS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION & OWNER’S MANUAL Ver 1.
Thank you for choosing APEC Water Systems. You now own the finest water filter in America. Please read and become familiar with instructions and parts needed before proceeding with the installation. Before Installation: • Inspect the system: Please take the system and all the components out of the box. Inspect the system and all the connection fittings carefully, make sure nothing is damaged during shipping.
STEP BY STEP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Fig.1B Fig.1A Fig.2A Fig.3A 3 Fig.2B Fig.
Installation Overview Step 1: Install Adapter Fittings 1. Be sure to allow a minimum space of 4” under the filter for removing the sump to change the cartridge. 2. Select a location for the filter that is: • Protected from freezing. • Not exposed to direct sunlight. 3. Whole house water filter setup (Fig 1A,2A,3A): ***It is strongly recommended to install a bypass connection and shut off valves for this filter (see Fig 1-3A) and a filter housing mounting bracket. A.
Step 3: Attach Adapter Fittings to Water Line. 1. Slip a compression nut onto each pipe. 1. Clean copper pipe and ends of ground wire with emery paper. Bare wire is recommended. If insulated wire is used, it should be stripped 3/4” at each end before cleaning with emery paper. 2. Next, slip the brass ferrule onto each pipe. See Fig.6 2. Attach bronze clamps to copper pipe. Tighten screws. 3. Attach wire to clamps as shown. Tighten screws. Fig 6 Step 6: Put Cartridge into The Housing 1.
FILTER CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT You should change your filter cartridge when the water flow is noticeably reduced or at least every 6 to 12 months. 1. Turn off water to the filter. Water must be shut off from Valve A (and Valve C if it is installed). See Fig. 1A, Page 2 2. Turn on the faucet nearest to the filter housing to release pressure. 3. Unscrew the filter canister and discard used cartridge. Wash the filter canister with mild soap and water. Do not use harsh cleaners or hot water.
LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY Conditions of Validity of this Limited Product Warranty Even though the Product has extremely high endurance for operating conditions such as pH, maximum TDS, temperature, and optimum water pressure, THIS LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY SHALL ONLY BE VALID IF: Scope APEC takes pride in selling a superb line of products, including this 10” or 20” Whole House Water Filter (“Product”).
CONDITIONS THAT RENDER THIS LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY VOID Obtaining Warranty Coverage or General Inquiries THIS LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY SHALL BE VOID IF: If coverage is available, you may obtain coverage under this Limited Product Warranty by providing APEC with proof of original purchase, and that you are the original purchaser. For service under this Limited Product Warranty, you must notify APEC by phone at 1-800880-4808, by email at techsupport@freedrinkingwater.com, or in writing at 1320 S.
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