Aqua-Pure AP430SS User Manual [en, es, fr]

Installation and Operating Instructions For

Scale Inhibition System Model AP430SS

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

future maintenance instructions.

SAFETY INFORMATION

CAUTION

WARNING

CAUTION

Read, understand, and follow all safety information contained in these instructions prior to installation and use of the Scale Inhibition System Model AP430SS. Retain these instructions for future reference.

Intended use:

The Scale Inhibition System Model AP430SS is intended to reduce scale in water in homes and has not been evaluated for other uses. The system must be installed on the cold water line only, and must be installed as speciﬁ ed in the installation instructions.

EXPLANATION OF SIGNAL WORD CONSEQUENCES

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:

• 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 of physical injury:

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

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 minor or moderate injury and/or property damage.

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

WARNING

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, remove ﬁ lter 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 110° F (43.3° C).

• Do not install on hot water supply lines. The maximum operating water temperature of this system is 100°F

(37.8°C).

• Do not install if water pressure exceeds 125 psi (862 kPa). If your water pressure exceeds 80 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.

• 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.

• SHUT OFF FUEL OR ELECTRIC POWER SUPPLY TO WATER HEATER after water is shut off.

• The disposable cartridge must be replaced every 6 months or sooner.

IMPORTANT NOTES

• Failure to follow instructions will void warranty.

• Allow a minimum of 2” (5.1 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.

GETTING STARTED

Tools and Parts Required (not included):

1) One 3/4” Stop & Waste Valve (Compression Type)

2) PTFE Tape

3) Two 3/4” Male x 3/4” Street Adapters

4) One 3/4” Compression Gate Valve

5) Pipe Cutter

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.

This filter system has 3/4” connections. The AP430SS can be adapted to various pipe sizes by using reducing adapter on either end. Installation fittings can be sweated or threaded. Use galvanized fittings for installation on galvanized pipe.

IMPORTANT NOTES

• Allow a minimum of 2” (5.1 cm) clear space under ﬁ lter to facilitate cartridge change.

IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Before starting, shut off main water supply and drain pipes.

Shut off fuel or electric power supply to water heater after water is shut off.

1. Using PTFE tape, wrap the threaded ends of the adapters and screw into both

ends of the cartridge head. Do not use pipe sealant/dope as they may contain solvents that may deteriorate fittings. (Figure 1)

Position the flow direction arrow on the filter head for proper orientation.

The arrow on the filter head should be pointing toward the water heater.

2. Loosely fit compression fittings onto the cartridge head with adapters. Holding the cartridge head with attached adapters up to the pipe, mark for length of pipe to be removed. Using a pipe cutter, cut pipe. (Figure 2)

3. Using the valve compression fitting, attach the stop and waste valve on pipe (before the system on the cold water side) to the water heater, with indicator arrow pointing towards the AP430SS assembly, so that drain nut can be accessed to release pressure when changing cartridge. Be sure the drain nut is firmly tightened. (Figure 3)

CAUTION

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

• Do not install on hot water supply lines. The maximum operating water

temperature of this ﬁ lter system is 100°F (37.8°C).

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

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

only, pipe dope properties may deteriorate plastic.

• Do not use a torch or other high temperature sources near ﬁ lter system,

cartridges, plastic ﬁ ttings or plastic plumbing.

• Ensure that the location and fasteners will support the weight of the system.

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

• SHUT OFF FUEL OR ELECTRIC POWER SUPPLY TO WATER HEATER after water is shut off.

Figure 1

Figure 2

Figure 3

IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (Continued)

4. Using the valve compression fitting, attach the gate valve to the incoming water supply pipe after the system. Firmly tighten compression nut. (Figure 4)

IMPORTANT NOTES

It may be necessary to slightly spread pipe ends apart in order to insert the AP430SS head assembly with adapters into valve.

5. Tighten all compression nuts firmly, keeping the AP430SS head assembly vertical. (Figure 5)

6. Screw cartridge to the right into the AP430SS filter head. Turn on main water supply, open valves and check for leaks. (Figure 6)

IMPORTANT NOTES

Optional: By-Pass Section can be installed around unit if desired using either threaded or sweated ﬁ tting. (Figure 7)

CAUTION

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

• Protect from freezing, remove cartridge when temperatures are expected to

drop below 40°F (4.4°C).

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

• Do not install if water pressure exceeds 125 psi (862 kPa). If your water

pressure exceeds 80 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 ham-

mer conditions exist you must install a water hammer arrester. Contact a plumbing professional if you are uncertain how to check for this condition.

Figure 4

Figure 5

Figure 6

CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION

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

• The disposable cartridge MUST be replaced ever 6 months or sooner.

Always have spare cartridges on hand.

1. Shut off inlet (Stop and Waste) and outlet (Compression Gate) valves. Open drain on inlet valve, to relieve pressure in the AP430SS.

2. Unscrew the cartridge (AP431) to the left as shown in the illustration. (Figure 8)

3. Install the new cartridge, moderately hand tight. Never use tools to tighten a cartridge.

4. Turn on inlet valve and bleed air through gate valve drain until water appears. Then close drain, and open outlet valve.

Figure 7

Figure 8

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