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Remove the aerator from the end of you faucet and replace it with the diverter valve. To install, turn the diverter valve clockwise over the faucet end and tighten. If your faucet has outside threads, the diverter will fit without an adapter fitting ring. If your faucet has inside threads, use one of the two enclosed adapter fitting rings and gasket, that fits your faucet's inside threads. If your faucet has non-standard threads, you may need to purchase a special adapter from your local Home Depot or Lowe's or measure the opening and call us. Flushing the Fluoride Removal Cartridge Before using the filter you must flush the fluoride cartridge. First, remove the KDF/GAC cartridge in the second housing (the housing with the spout), then replace the housing cover and run water through the fluoride cartridge for 10 or 15 minutes to flush the cartridge. This must be done to prevent clogging of the KDF/GAC cartridge from any activated alumina that may be released from the new cartridge. Then re-install the KDF/GAC cartridge and you can now use the filter. To Operate Move the spout over your sink, and rotate the knob on the diverter. Then turn the water on cold only, and run the water for several minutes to flush out the cartridges. This will remove the carbon fines from the new KDF/GAC cartridge. The water may contain air bubbles, but that will clear after a short break in period. Run for a few minutes the next day and it's ready to use. For fluoride removal, you must run this filter at 0.5 gallons per minute or less. Any faster and it won't remove fluoride. Turn the diverter knob back to it's initial position for unfiltered water from your sink faucet. Operating Tips You should run the water several minutes if you haven't used the filter over night, or after returning from a trip. Water standing in the filter can taste bitter due to excess zinc oxide produced by the KDF. It's not harmful, and actually protects the cartridge from bacteria growth. Running the filter before use will remove the taste. The filter should be run at ½ gallon a minute or less for maximum fluoride and chlorine removal. Any faster will reduce the removal percentage. The flow rate may be regulated by adjusting the water flow at the faucet. The fluoride removal cartridge will also remove arsenic if present. If you move, or disconnect your filter from your faucet and store it, always keep water in the cartridge to prevent damage to the KDF media. To remove the tubing from the quick connect fitting, push down on the outer ring of the fitting and then pull the tubing out. If you'd like to install your filter under your sink, you can convert it for under counter use with our faucet conversion kit, part number "FK." Testing for Chlorine and Cartridge Replacement Before replacing the KDF/GAC cartridge, test for chlorine using the enclosed chlorine test strips. Place some filtered water into a cup and dip the test strip into the water moving it back and forth for 10 seconds. The color of the water will determine the amount of chlorine present, if any. If chlorine is present, then you'll need to replace the cartridge. You must read the test strips immediately; otherwise they can change color and give a false reading. Additional test strips are available (4 for $2) from Software Exchange LLC/The Water Exchange. Our cartridge has been tested to remove chlorine for over 12,000 gallons of water, and it still may be removing the chlorine after 3 years of use, but it is recommended that you replace the filter every three years. Replacing the KDF/GAC Cartridge Remove the top of the second housing with the enclosed wrench (counterclockwise) and discard the old filter. Insert the cartridge with the black (GAC) end toward the base (wide end of housing) and the gold end into the top (the sump). Then hand tighten. Run for several minutes to remove the carbon fines from the new KDF/GAC cartridge, and check for leaks. Replacing the Fluoride Pre-Filter The fluoride removal cartridge must be replaced yearly for proper fluoride removal. When replacing the cartridge, it must be flushed without the KDF/GAC filter in the system. To replace, insert the fluoride removal cartridge into the first housing, the tapered end into the sump (long end of the housing) and remove the KDF/GAC cartridge. Then replace the housing cover and run water through the fluoride cartridge for 10 to 15 minutes to flush the cartridge. This must be done to prevent clogging of the KDF/GAC cartridge from any activated alumina that may be released from the new cartridge. Then re-install the KDF/GAC cartridge and you can use the filter. Note: The fluoride cartridge must be installed in the first housing (connecting to the diverter) with the KDF/GAC in the second housing (that has the spout). Operating Specifications and Warranty Information Maximum water pressure is 100 PSI and maximum operating temperature is 110 F. Housing has a 5-year warranty. The KDF/GAC cartridge has a 3-year warranty, prorated at $1.65 per month of usage. This warranty does not cover damage due to abuse, neglect, freezing, fire or other fortuitous event. No allowance is made for the consequential damage, labor or expense incurred as a result of a proven defect. Our filters are not warranted against sediment clogging. If the flow rate is significantly reduced, clogging is most likely. You can try to back-flush the filter by reversing the fittings on the housing to temporarily reverse the water flow. If you have a problem with your filter, call 1-248-788-3342 or e-mail for technical support. |
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