3M AP200 User Manual

Installation and Operating Instructions For

AP200 Drinking Water System

Installer: Please leave manual with homeowner.
Homeowner: Please retain for operation and

future maintenance instructions.

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SAFETY INFORMATION

CAUTION

WARNING

Read, understand, and follow all safety information contained in these
instructions prior to installation and use of the AP200 Drinking Water
System. Retain these instructions for future reference.

Intended use:

The AP200 Drinking Water System is intended for use in fi ltering potable water in homes
and has not been evaluated for other uses. The system is typically installed under a
sink, and should be installed by qualifi ed professional installers according to these
installation instructions.

EXPLANATION OF SIGNAL WORD CONSEQUENCES

C

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury and/or property damage.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may
result in property damage.

WARNING

To reduce the risk associated with choking:

• Do not allow children under 3 years of age to have access to small parts during the installation

of this product.

To reduce the risk associated with ingestion of contaminants due to use with water that
is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality:

• Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate
disinfection before or after the system.

To reduce the risk associated with a hazardous voltage:

• Do not install near electric wiring or piping which may be in the path of a drilling tool when
selecting the position to mount the fi lter bracket.

To reduce the risk of physical injury:

• Shut off inlet water supply and depressurize system as shown in manual prior to cartridge

removal.

CAUTION

To reduce the risk associated with property damage due to water leakage:

• Read and follow Use Instructions before installation and use of this system.

• Installation and Use MUST comply with all state and local plumbing codes.

• Protect from freezing. Drain fi lter when temperatures drop below 40°F (4.4°C).

• Do not install systems in areas where ambient temperatures may go above 110° F (43.3° C).

• Do not install on hot water supply lines. The maximum operating water temperature of this sys-

tem is 100°F (37.8°C).

• Do not install if water pressure exceeds 125 psi (862 kPa). If your water pressure exceeds psi
(552 kPa), you must 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 backfl ow prevention device is installed on a water system, a device for controlling pres­sure due to thermal expansion must be installed.

• Do not use a torch or other high temperature sources near system, cartridges, plastic fi ttings or
plastic plumbing.

• On plastic fi ttings, never use pipe sealant or pipe dope. Use PTFE thread tape only, pipe dope
properties may deteriorate plastic.

• Take care when using pliers or pipe wrenches to tighten plastic fi ttings, as damage may occur if
over tightening occurs.

• Do not install in direct sunlight or outdoors.

• Do not install near water pipes which will be in path of a drilling tool when selecting the position to
mount the bracket.

• Mount system in such a position as to prevent it from being struck by other items used in the area
of installation.

• Ensure that the location and fasteners will support the weight of the system when installed and
full of water.

• Ensure all tubing and fi ttings are secure and free of leaks.

• The disposable fi lter cartridge MUST be replaced every six months, at the rated capacity or
sooner if a noticeable reduction in fl ow rate occurs.

IMPORTANT NOTES

• Failure to follow instructions will void warranty.

• Allow a minimum of 7 1/2” (19.5 cm) clear space under fi lter to facilitate cartridge change.

• Install with the inlet and outlet ports as labeled. Make sure not to reverse connections.

• Do not crimp copper tubing.

GETTING STARTED

Your new Aqua-Pure® AP200 Drinking Water System will reduce chlorine taste and odor, and sediment from your drink­ing water. The system installs under the sink on the cold water line. The installation procedure covered in this manual
requires the removal of a section of the cold water tube. Soft copper tubing and compression fittings should be pur­chased locally to complete the installation.

Parts and Materials Included:

1. Mounting Bracket

2. Two Mounting Screws, Four Washers,
Two Nuts, And Two Self-tapping Screws

3. System Head

4. Sump

5. AP217 Cartridge

Tools and Parts Required
(not included):

• Two 3/8” Pipe Thread Male Connectors

• Compression Fittings

• 3/8” Soft Copper Tubing

• Drill (Cordless Recommended)

• Adjustable Wrench

• Phillips Head Screwdriver

• Razor Knife Or Tube Cutter

• PTFE Tape

• Silicone based lubricant

1

2

3

5

4

Empty contents of package and identify all parts as
shown in diagram. Read all instructions carefully
before attempting to start installation. The existing
shut-off valve remains in place and still acts as the
cold water shut-off.

IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

1. Position the filter by holding it against the side of the cabinet wall underneath
the sink. Allow at least 7 1/2” beneath the filter to install cartridge. Determine
a desirable location for the filter installation and inlet connection. Attach the
mounting bracket to appropriate mounting bosses on filter head with the self­tapping screws. (Figure 1)

2. Remove drawer from cabinet (if needed) and drill two 7/32” diameter holes
through cabinet wall. Fasten filter to wall with nuts and bolts supplied. Use
washers on both sides of the wall. Mounting to the cabinet side wall gives the
filter good, rigid support. (Figure 2)

WARNING

To reduce the risk associated with a hazardous voltage due to an
installer drilling through existing electric wiring or water pipes in the
area of installation:

• Do not install near electric wiring or piping which may be in the path of
a drilling tool when selecting the position to mount the fi lter bracket.

CAUTION

To reduce the risk of property damage due to water leakage:

• Install on COLD water lines only.

• Mount fi lter in such a position as to prevent it from being struck by
other items.

• Do not install near water pipes which will be in path of a drilling tool
when selecting the position to mount the bracket.

Cabinet
Side Wall

7 1/2”

Figure 1

Washers

Screws

Washers

Nuts

IMPORTANT NOTES

• Allow a minimum of 7 1/2” (19.5 cm) clear space under fi lter to facilitate
cartridge change.

Figure 2

IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (Continued)

3. Wrap a 3” (7.62 cm)
long piece of PTFE
tape to the right
around the male
threads of the fittings.
Wrap tightly so that
it conforms to the
threads of the fitting
and overlaps about
1/2”. (Figure 3)

4. Screw one fitting into
the filter outlet (top)
and the other fitting
into the filter inlet
(side). Tighten both
fittings with a wrench.
Do not overtighten.
(Figure 4)

5. Measure down from
the centerline of the
filter inlet about 3”
and marke the tube.
From this mark, mea­sure up 8” and mark
the tube. This is the
section of the tube to
be removed. If neces­sary, because of tight
quarters, additional
tube can be cut away.
(Figure 5)

6. Cut the cold water
tube. Place a pan
under tube to catch
any water that may be
present. (Figure 6)

CAUTION

• Install on COLD

water lines only.

7. Two compression
fittings are required
for the tube ends.
Check the tube size.
Use 5/8” x 3/8”, 3/8”
x 3/8” or 1/2” x 3/8”
compression fittings
as required. Slip nut
and ferrule on water
tubing as shown and
fasten fittings in place.
(Figure 7)

Compression
Fittings

Cold Water Line

Shut Off
Valve

Nut
Ferrule

Compression Fittings

Ferrule
Nut

Figure 3

Figure 4

Figure 5

Cold Water Line

Section of Tubing
Removed

Figure 6

Figure 7

8. Cut two lengths of
3/8” soft copper
tubing and bend to
shape as shown.
Bend tubing to form
gentle curves rather
than sharp bends.

Tubing

(Figure 8)

IMPORTANT NOTE

Do not crimp copper
tubing.

9. Connect both pieces
of tubing to filter and
water tube as shown
with compression
fittings. Do not over-

Completed Connections

tighten nuts.
(Figure 9)

10. Remove housing by
grasping with both
hands and turning
to the left. A wrench
may be used on the
square lug at the bot­tom of the housing if
necessary.
(Figure 10)

11. Install cartridge by
threading into head
about 5-6 revolutions.
Do not overtighten.
Lubricate o-ring
with a thin film of a
silicone based lubri­cant and put it back
in housing groove.
Thread the housing
back on the head and
hand tighten. Using of
wrench to tighten the
housing may damage
housing and result in
water leakage.
(Figure 11)

12.Open the cold water faucet to expel any trapped air. Open
the shut-off valve to allow water to enter the filter. If any
leaks occur, close the shut-off valve and open the faucet
to relieve the pressure, then gently tighten the fitting that
is leaking. Flush 10 gallons through system before use
(approximately 5 to 7.5 minutes).

Figure 8

Outlet

Inlet

Figure 9

Figure 10

O-Ring

Cartridge

Figure 11