Aqua-Pure APIF100 User Manual

INSTALLATION AND OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

APIF SERIES RESIDENTIAL

IRON AND MANGANESE REDUCTION SYSTEMS

Models

APIF100 APIF100J APIF100M APIF100PT APIF100MPT APIF100MJ APIF100DM APIF100PTDM APIF100MDM APIF100MPTDM APIF150 APIF150J APIF150M APIF150PT APIF150MPT APIF150MJ APIF150DM APIF150PTDM APIF150MDM APIF150MPTDM APIF200 APIF200J APIF200M APIF200PT APIF200MPT APIF200MJ APIF200DM APIF200PTDM APIF200MDM APIF200MPTDM APIF300 APIF300J APIF300M APIF300PT APIF300MPT APIF300MJ

Installer, please leave with homeowner. Homeowner, retain for future reference.

Read, understand, and follow all safety information contained in these instructions prior to installation and use of the APIF Series Residential Iron and Manganese Reduction System. Retain these instructions for future reference. Failure to follow installation, operation and maintenance instructions may result in property damage and will void warranty.

Intended use:

The APIF Series Residential Iron and Manganese Reduction Systems are intended for use in homes and have not been evaluated for other uses. These systems are intended to be installed near the entry point of a home water line, and must be installed by qualiﬁ ed professional installers or licensed plumbing contractors in accordance with state and local plumbing codes and these installation instructions.

EXPLANATION OF SIGNAL WORD CONSEQUENCES

SAFETY INFORMATION

WARNING

CAUTION

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 service.

To reduce the risk associated with a hazardous voltage:

• If the home electrical system requires use of the cold water system as an electrical safety ground, a jumper must be used to ensure a sufﬁ cient ground connection across the ﬁ lter installation piping — refer installation to qualiﬁ ed personnel.

• Do not use the system if the power cord is damaged — contact qualiﬁ ed service personnel for repair.

To reduce the risk associated with back strain due to the heavy weight of the various system components:

• Follow safe lifting procedures.

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 skin, eye, and respiratory tract irritation from gravel and ﬁ lter media during installation:

• Gravel and several types of ﬁ lter media may be used in this product, depending upon the application. During installation, dust may cause irritation to skin, eyes, and

respiratory tract.

• Utilize a NIOSH-approved dust ﬁ lter mask, protective gloves, and appropriate eye protection when handling and pouring gravel and ﬁ lter media.

• To request an MSDS relating to the media shipped with this product, call 203-238-8965 or go to www.3M.com , select country, and use the search engine to search

MSDS. For emergencies, call 800-364-3577 or 651-737-6501 (24 hours).

CAUTION

To reduce the risk associated with skin, eye, and respiratory tract irritation from water treatment chemicals:

• Several types of water treatment chemicals may be used in this product, depending upon the application. During installation and use, exposure may cause irritation

to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract.

• Utilize a NIOSH-approved dust ﬁ lter mask, protective gloves, and appropriate eye protection when handling and pouring gravel and ﬁ lter media.

• To request an MSDS relating to the media shipped with this product, call 203-238-8965 or go to www.3M.com , select country, and use the search engine to search

MSDS. For emergencies, call 800-364-3577 or 651-737-6501 (24 hours).

CAUTION

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

• Read and follow Use instructions before installation and use of this water treatment system.

• Installation and use MUST comply with existing state or local plumbing codes.

• Protect from freezing, relieve pressure and drain system when temperatures are expected to drop below 33°F (0.6°C).

• Do not install on hot water supply lines. The maximum operating water temperature of this ﬁ lter system is 110°F (43.3°C).

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

• Do not install if water pressure exceeds 125 psi (861 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 ﬁ lter 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 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.

• Do not install system where water lines could be subjected to vacuum conditions without appropriate measures for vacuum prevention.

• Do not apply heat to any ﬁ tting connected to bypass or control valve as damage may result to internal parts or connecting adapters.

• Install on a ﬂ at/level surface. It is also advisable to sweep the ﬂ oor to eliminate objects that could pierce the media tank.

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

• Pay particular attention to correct orientation of control valve. Water ﬂ ow should match arrow on control valve. The inlet and outlet of other water treatment equipment products will vary depending on the control valve brand used.

• Failure to follow instructions will void warranty.

IMPORTANT NOTES

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION DESCRIPTION 1 GENERAL INFORMATION 2 BEFORE INSTALLATION 3 IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 4 BACKWASHING INSTRUCTIONS 5 TROUBLESHOOTING 6 SPECIFICATION AND OPERATING DATA 7 MAINTENANCE 8 LIMITED WARRANTY

SECTION 1: GENERAL INFORMATION

Congratulations on your purchase of an APIF Series Residential Iron and manganese reduction system! The iron and manganese reduction system reduces dissolved, precipitated and bacterial iron and manganese, naturally elevates pH and reduces low levels of hydrogen sulﬁ de gas from your water supply. Contrary to conventional methods, your iron and manganese reduction system requires NO chemicals (either added to the water supply or the ﬁ lter). This unique process requires ONLY periodic backwashing for a few minutes to ﬂ ush out entrapped iron that has accumulated in the media tank.

When properly installed, operated and maintained, the iron and manganese reduction system will provide many years of dependable service. Read this manual all the way through ﬁ rst, and then follow the instruction steps in the proper sequence.

The iron and manganese reduction system is intended to be used on residential water systems which use a standard submersible well pump, one that utilizes a pressure tank and a pressure switch to stop and start the well pump. If you have a jet pump or a constant pressure pump you will need to utilize another product type to address your iron, manganese and hydrogen sulﬁ de problems. Please contact our technical department should you have any questions at 1-800-222-7880 and select option 1.

• Professional Installation Required: Installation requires shutting water off to home, cutting home water supply pipe and using a soldering kit to add piping and fittings. Specialized tools and skills are required. Not a do-it-yourself type of project. Professional installation required!

Description and Operation of the System:

The iron and manganese reduction system consists of two major components which are:

1) HYDRO-CHARGER located between the well head and the pressure tank, which adds a small amount of air to the iron-laden water whenever the well pump

runs.

2) A backwashing type ﬁ lter containing a special media that causes the iron in the “hydro-charged” water to precipitate throughout the ﬁ lter bed (rather than on

the surface as in chemical oxidizing ﬁ lters). The media DOES NOT require a chemical regenerant (such as potassium permanganate) for oxygen enrichment, salt, chlorine or any other chemicals.

Your iron and manganese reduction system automatically adjusts the pH to neutral or higher on acid water WITHOUT an acid neutralizer (a required piece of equipment with chemical oxidation ﬁ lters whenever the pH is less than 6.7). The ability to raise pH when it is below neutral (7 or less) greatly enhances the iron and manganese reduction system’s ability to reduce iron efﬁ ciently.

IMPORTANT NOTE

• Replenishment of the component of the ﬁ lter media that adjusts pH may be required periodically, the frequency of which is dependent on the raw water pH, the manganese (Mn) concentration in the water (if any) and the water consumption rate.

Periodic regeneration of the ﬁ lter bed ﬂ ushes the precipitated iron to the drain and readies the ﬁ lter for use again. The regeneration cycle includes both a backwash and rapid rinse position, but generally totals just 10 minutes (factory setting). The frequency of regeneration depends on iron concentration and water usage, and ranges from daily to once every 99 days. The volume of water consumed during the entire backwashing procedure is approximately 53 gallons at the factory backwash settings (one (1) cubic foot models).

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SECTION 2: BEFORE INSTALLATION

IM P ORTANT NOTES

Inspecting And Handling Your Filter:

Inspect the equipment for shipping damage. If damaged, notify the transportation company and request a damage inspection. Handle the ﬁ lter with care. Damage can occur if dropped or set on sharp, uneven projections on the ﬂ oor. Do not turn the ﬁ lter upside down. Installation must comply with state and local laws and

regulations.

Make Sure Your Water Has Been Thoroughly Tested:

An analysis of your water should be made prior to the selection of your water conditioning equipment. Your dealer will generally perform this service for you,

and may send a sample to the factory for analysis and recommendations. Enter your analysis below for your permanent record.

Analysis of Your Water:

Hardness gpg Tannins (Humic Acid) ppm

Iron (Fe) ppm Hydrogen Sulﬁ de (H2S) ppm

Manganese (Mn) ppm Other ppm

pH ppm

IMPORTANT NOTES

Hydrogen sulﬁ de (H2S) must be tested for at the well site. For accuracy, the sample must be drawn with the pump RUNNING, and the test be completed within ONE minute after the sample is drawn.

Other ppm

Iron (Fe)

Iron concentrations as low as 0.3 ppm (0.1 ppm under some conditions) will cause staining. The iron concentration, together with the ﬂ ow rate demand and the consumption rate of the water determines the size of the ﬁ lter system required. The higher these factors are, the larger the required system. The iron and manganese reduction system is capable of reducing the three main types of iron found in water supplies: dissolved iron; precipitated iron; and bacterial iron. There is an upper limit of 15 ppm iron concentration for the iron and manganese reduction system; special care must be taken when selecting a ﬁ lter model if your water has a combination of high iron, very low pH and/or manganese levels above 0.2 ppm.

The iron and manganese reduction system is not bactericidal, i.e. it does not remove or kill “bacterial iron”. It reduces the iron upon which the bacteria may live or which it deposits in your plumbing ﬁ xtures, thus helping to minimize its effects.

Manganese (Mn)

The presence of manganese can be bothersome, even for an iron and manganese reduction system (and is problematic for chemical oxidizing systems because the chemicals may not allow for the correct pH for Manganese Reduction). As little as 0.05 ppm of manganese can produce a brownish or black stain. The ability of the iron and manganese reduction system to reduce manganese depends on its concentration and the pH of the water.

The oxidation of manganese is very similar to that of iron, therefore, a pH of 8.2 or higher must be obtained. When this pH level is achieved, the precipitation of manganese may more readily occur. To accomplish this, models are available where the media contains additional quantities of pH Plus, the pH raising component (model designations with “M” sufﬁ x). In any application involving manganese, a larger model ﬁ lter is generally recommended (but only if the pumping rate is sufﬁ cient to backwash the larger size).

If, however, the manganese concentration is low (0.1 ppm or less) and the pH is 6.5 or higher, an iron and manganese reduction system containing standard iron and manganese reduction system media will generally perform satisfactorily, although backwashing should be performed at more frequent intervals. Under more severe conditions where the pH is very low and/or the manganese concentration is high, an acid neutralizer installed ahead of the iron and manganese reduction system will maintain the required 8.2 pH level longer than the chem-free media.

The pH of water measures the hydrogen ion concentration. Water with a pH of less than 7.0 is base, above 7.0 it is alkaline, and a pH of 7.0 is neutral. The lower the pH value, the greater the acidity, and the higher the pH value, the more base. Acidic water (pH less than 7.0) is corrosive to pipes, appliances, etc. A pH of 7.0 or higher facilitates iron reduction, which is why the iron and manganese reduction system is designed to increase the pH when it is less than 7.0.

The pH increasing component of chem-free media is “sacriﬁ cial”, that is, it slowly dissolves during the process of increasing pH. The rate at which this occurs is proportional to the degree of the pH increase and the water consumption rate (i.e., the greater the pH increase and water consumption, the greater the sacriﬁ cial rate). Thus, when the pH is increased to 8.2 or more, as is necessary when manganese is present, the sacriﬁ cial rate is even greater. Under the most severe conditions, the pH Plus component of the media may have to be replenished two to four times per year. On the other hand, if the raw water pH is 7.0 or above and no manganese is present, the sacriﬁ cial rate is very slight (see IMPORTANT NOTE, Section 1).

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Tannins (Humic Acid)

Tannins (a humic acid), which may be present in some water supplies, are the result of various forms of decaying vegetation (the test for tannins can be performed by your dealer). Tannins can cause problems in the operation of the iron and manganese reduction system by forming a sticky coating on the media, thus rendering it incapable of ﬁ ltering the iron. Generally with tannin concentrations of 0.5 ppm or less, more frequent backwashing will help prevent the sticky coating from forming. It does appear, however, that the level of tannin concentration affects the operation of the chem-free ﬁ lter differently in different geographical areas (in some areas, the iron and manganese reduction system will perform satisfactorily when tannin concentration is considerably greater than 0.5 ppm). It is therefore recommended that if the tannin concentration is 0.5 ppm or more, contact your dealer BEFORE installing the system.

Hydrogen Sulﬁ de (H2S)

Hydrogen sulﬁ de gas is easily detected by its objectionable “rotten egg” odor. Whenever hydrogen sulﬁ de is present, backwashing must be performed at more frequent intervals, and the pumping system MUST include a standard air-to-water pressure tank with an air-relief valve. The air to water pressure tank must be installed between the hydro-charger and existing pressure tank.

Check Your Water Pressure and Pumping Rate:

Two water system conditions must be checked carefully to avoid unsatisfactory operation or equipment damage:

1) MINIMUM water pressure required at the media tank inlet is 20 psi. If pressure is over 80 psi, a pressure reducing valve must be installed in the

water supply line ahead of the hydro-charger. NOTE: Do not install if water pressure exceeds 125 psi (861 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.

you have a private well, the gauge on the pressure tank will indicate the high and low system pressure. Record your water pressure date below:

Water Pressure

Low ________PSI High ________PSI

CAUTION

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

• Do not install system where water lines could be subjected to vacuum conditions without appropriate measures for vacuum prevention.

2) The pumping rate of your well pump must be sufﬁ cient for satisfactory operation of the hydro-charger and to backwash the ﬁ lter. For model APIF100, the

required rate is 5 gpm (refer to Speciﬁ cations and Operating Data for the backwash requirements for other models). To measure the pumping rate of your pump, follow these instructions:

a. Make certain no water is being drawn. Open spigot nearest pressure tank. When pump starts, close spigot and measure time (in seconds) to

reﬁ ll pressure tank (when pump shuts off). This ﬁ gure represents Cycle Time.

b. With the pressure tank full, draw water into a container of known volume, measure the number of gallons drawn until the pump starts again.

This is the Draw-Down. Divide this ﬁ gure by Cycle Time and multiply the result by 60 to arrive at the Pumping Rate in gallons per minute (gpm). To aid in your calculation, insert the data in the following formula:

Draw-Down _______(gallons) ÷ Cycle Time ________(seconds) x 60 = Pumping Rate _______ (gpm)

Example: Cycle Time is 63 seconds; Draw-Down is 8 gallons, then Pumping Rate equals:

8 gallons ÷ 63 seconds x 60 = 7.8 gpm

NOTE: The addition of the hydro-charger to the pumping system or plumbing and other water treatment devices (such as an acid neutralizer) may

reduce the ﬂ ow rate at the drain to an inadequate level to properly backwash the system. If you are uncertain whether your ﬂ ow rate is adequate, contact your dealer BEFORE installing your iron and manganese reduction system so that corrective action, if required, may be taken.

CAUTION

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

• Install on a ﬂ at/level surface. It is also advisable to sweep the ﬂ oor to eliminate objects that could pierce the media tank.

• Protect from freezing, relieve pressure and drain system when temperatures are expected to drop below 33°F (0.6°C).

• Do not install on hot water supply lines. The maximum operating water temperature of this ﬁ lter system is 110°F;

• Do not install if water pressure exceeds 125 psi (861 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;

• Do not install in direct sunlight or outdoors.

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Locate Water Conditioning Equipment Correctly:

Select the location of your iron and manganese reduction system with care. Various conditions which contribute to proper location are as follows:

1) Locate as close as possible to water supply source.

2) Locate as close as possible to a drain.

3) Locate in correct relationship to other water conditioning equipment (Figure 1, page 3-1).

4) Locate the system in the supply line BEFORE the water heater. Temperatures above 110°F (43.3°C) will damage the system and void the factory warranty.

5) DO NOT install the system in a location where freezing temperatures occur. Freezing may cause permanent damage and will also void the factory warranty.

6) Allow sufﬁ cient space around the installation for easy servicing.

7) Provide a non-switched 110V, 60Hz (220V, 50Hz for speciﬁ ed systems) power source for the control valve.

WARNING

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.

CAUTION

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

• Protect from freezing, relieve pressure and drain system when temperatures are expected to drop below 33°F (0.6°C).

• Do not install on hot water supply lines. The maximum operating water temperature of this ﬁ lter system is 110°F (43.3°C).

The Importance of Your Pressure Tank:

The pressure tank found on private well systems becomes an integral part of the iron and manganese reduction system by providing necessary mixing and “residence time” to the “hydro-charged” water. While the iron and manganese reduction system will perform satisfactorily with either a captive-air (bladder) type pressure tank or a standard air-to-water type with an air volume control (air-relief valve), the bladder type requires more careful adjustment of the hydro-charger to prevent gasses from collecting in the pressure tank and the head area of the media tank.

Under more severe operating conditions (low pH, high iron, manganese, and small concentrations of sulfur), a standard air-to-water type pressure tank with an air-relief valve MUST be used (if a bladder type tank is already in place, do not remove it, install the air-to-water pressure tank between the hydro-charger and the bladder type tank).

IMPORTANT NOTE

If your pressure tank (or any part of your water system) is not functioning properly, corrective action MUST be taken before installation of your iron and manganese reduction system.

CAUTION

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

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

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

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Facts to Remember While Planning Your Installation:

1) All installation procedures MUST conform to local and state plumbing codes.

2) If lawn sprinkling, a swimming pool, or geothermal heating/cooling or water for other devices/activities are to be treated by the iron and manganese reduction system, a larger model MUST be selected to accommodate the higher ﬂ ow rate plus the backwashing requirements of the iron and manganese reduction system. Consult your Dealer/Installer or your Dealer/Installer or our Customer Service Department at 1-800-222-7880. for alternative instructions if the pumping rate is insufﬁ cient.

3) Remember that the iron and manganese reduction system INLET is attached to the pipe that supplies water (i.e. runs to the pump) and the OUTLET is the line that runs toward the water heater.

CAUTION

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

4) Before commencing the installation it is advisable to study the existing piping system and to determine the size, number and type of ﬁ ttings required.

WARNING

To reduce the risk associated with a hazardous voltage:

5) Sweep the ﬂ oor to eliminate objects that could pierce the media tank.

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SECTION 3: IMPORTANT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Proper installation sequence of water conditioning equipment is very important. Refer to the following diagram for your particular water supply. Failure to follow installation, operation, and maintenance instructions may result in property damage due to leakage and will void warranty.

TREATED

SOFT WATER

TREATED WATER

TREATED

SOFT WATER

BRINE

TREATED

TANK

TREATED WATER

BRINE

TANK

WASTE DRAIN

SOFTENER IRON AND

MANGANESE

REDUCTION SYSTEM

WASTE DRAIN

SOFTENER

IRON AND

MANGANESE

REDUCTION SYSTEM

TYPICAL WELL INSTALLATION

AIR

RELEASE

VALV E

SECONDARY

WASTE DRAIN

AIR TO WATER

PRESSURE TANK

SPLIT-STREAM INSTALLATION

AIR

RELEASE

VALV E

WASTE DRAIN

HYDRO-CHARGER

110 V

OUTPUT

PRESSURE

TAN K

PRESSURE

SWITCH

SOLENOID

VALVE

110 V

OUTPUT

WATER FOR

LAWN SPRINKLERS

OR OTHER

HIGH DEMAND

CHECK VALVE

WATER FOR

LAWN SPRINKLERS

OR OTHER

HIGH DEMAND

HYDRO-CHARGER

CHECK VALVE

PRIMARY

PRESSURE

TAN K

PRIMARY

PRESSURE

SWITCH

INCOMING WELL WATER

SOLENOID

VALVE

CHECK VALVE

METER

INCOMING

WATER

BRINE

TANK

SOFTENER

WASTE DRAIN

IRON AND

MANGANESE

REDUCTION SYSTEM

WASTE DRAIN

SECONDARY

AIR TO WATER

PRESSURE TANK

HYDRO-CHARGER

PUBLIC WATER SUPPLY INSTALLATION

Figure 1

CAUTION

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

• Read and follow Use instructions before installation and use of this water treatment system.

• Installation and use MUST comply with existing state or local plumbing codes.

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

• Pay particular attention to correct orientation of control valve. Water ﬂ ow should match arrow on control valve. The inlet and outlet of other water treatment

equipment products will vary depending on the control valve brand used.

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GRAVEL AND CHEM-FREE MEDIA SCHEDULE

CAUTION

APIF100 Models

Unit Model Number

(APIF100, APIF100DM, APIF100J, APIF100M,

APIF100MDM, APIF100PT, APIF100PTDM,

APIF100MPT, APIF100MPTDM,APIF100MJ)

Filter Media MC-10P

NOTE: If you ordered an “M” model iron and manganese reduction system, the ﬁ lter pack media would be designated by an M at the end of the part number i.e. MC-10MP.

To load the ﬁ lter media into the media tank please use the follow steps. This is necessary to ensure that the distributor tube has not been pulled up when the control valve was removed from the top of the media tank.

Step 1

a) Remove from the shipping carton the ﬁ lter unit b) Carefully remove the control valve from the tank by rotating the valve head assembly to the left (counter-clockwise). c) Set all items aside for future use. Ensure that the following items have been shipped entirely with the unit to allow for proper and complete installation. I i. Control valve ii. Media tank (also a reducing bushing and ﬂ anged adapter on APIF300) iii. Bypass valve iv. 1” Male NPT Connection Kit v. Media (amount will vary by ﬁ lter size) vi. Distributor Tube vii. Drain line assembly kit viii. Parts bag ix. Hydrocharger x. Installation and Operating Instructions xi. Loading funnel xii. Centering Tool

d) Remove the distributor tube in the tank, set aside and pour the gravel into a clean pail for later use. e) Reinsert the distributor tube into the tank and ensure the tube is centered in the tank; a dimple is in the center of the tank to help in doing so. Using the

centering tool and cap, cover the distributor tube opening to prevent ﬁ lter media and gravel from entering the distributor tube during the loading of the tank.

f) Threaded Tank Models: APIF100, APIF100J, APIF100PT, APIF100MPT, APIF100MJ, APIF150, APIF150J, APIF150M, APIF150PT, APIF150MPT, APIF150MJ,

APIF200, APIF200J, APIF200PT, APIF200MPT, APIF200MJ, APIF300, APIF300J, APIF300PT, APIF300MPT, APIF300MJ: Place the funnel provided, in the opening of the media tank to aid in loading the gravel and ﬁ lter media. Pour the QC gravel into the tank slowly. While holding the distributor tube in place, shake the tank from side to side gently, to aid in leveling the QC gravel. Do not allow gravel to get under the basket of the distributor tube during the loading of gravel. If this happens, pour out the gravel and remove the distributor tube once again and reload gravel once again. Next locate the ﬁ lter media and slowly pour into the tank. Again shake the tank from side to side to aid in leveling the media. Next, using a hose or clean pail, ﬁ ll the tank with water to saturate the ﬁ lter media and expel any air that may be present, remove the extension tube, cap and funnel, and save for future servicing.

g) Dome Hold Tank Models: APIF100DM, APIF100PTDM, APIF100MDM, APIF100MPTDM, APIF150DM, APIF150PTDM, APIF150MDM, APIF150MPTDM, APIF200DM,

APIF200PTDM, APIF200MDM, APIF200MPTDM:

Add media through ﬁ llport cap located on tank using funnel (See FILLING MEDIA TANK below). Fillport cap can be removed by turning a quarter turn counter clockwise.

APIF150 Models

(APIF150, APIF150DM, APIF150J, APIF150M,

APIF150MDM, APIF150PT, APIF150PTDM,

APIF150MPT, APIF150MPTDM, APIF150MJ)

MC-10P

MC-050P

APIF200 Models

(APIF200, APIF200DM, APIF200J, APIF200M,

APIF200DM, APIF200PT, APIF200PTDM,

APIF200MPT, APIF200MPTDM, APIF200MJ)

MC-10P (2) MC-10P (3)

APIF300 Models

(APIF300, APIF300J, APIF300M,

APIF300PT, APIF300MPT, APIF300MJ)

CAUTION

To reduce the risk associated with skin, eye, and respiratory tract irritation from dust

from ﬁ lter media during installation:

• Gravel and several types of ﬁ lter media may be used in this product, depending upon the application. During installation, dust may cause irritation to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract, and may affect lungs.

• Utilize a NIOSH-approved dust ﬁ lter mask and appropriate eye protection when handling and pouring gravel and ﬁ lter media.

• To request an MSDS relating to this product, call 203-238-8965 or go to www.3M.com , select country, and use the search engine to search MSDS. For emergencies, call 800-

364-3577 or 651-737-6501 (24 hours).

Reinstall ﬁ llport cap by turning a quarter turn clockwise.

If bypass valve assembly is not factory pre-installed, attach using clips and screws.

FILLING MEDIA TANK

Using a clean dry rag, wipe the opening of the media tank to remove any dust or residue from the opening to receive the control valve. Attach the valve head

to the media tank by rotating the valve head assembly to the right (clockwise).

Step 2

Shut off water at main supply. On a PRIVATE WELL SYSTEM turn off the power to the WELL PUMP and drain PRESSURE TANK. Make certain all water pressure

has been relieved from water system by opening nearest faucet to drain water system. SHUT OFF FUEL SUPPLY TO WATER HEATER OR BOILER.

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Step 3

Cut main supply line as required to ﬁ t hydro-charger in plumbing between well pump and pressure tank (hydro-charger may be installed in a vertical or

horizontal position). The hydro-charger has been supplied with both 1” threaded and 1” barbed (insert) ﬁ ttings to allow for installation with various types of piping materials. When using the threaded nipples, use thread tape only. When using barbed (insert) ﬁ ttings, appropriate pipe clamps must be used. Once installed the quick release nipples allow the hydro-charger to be rotated, so the air draw adjustment screw is accessible for adjustment by a small bladed screwdriver. Allow at least 10 inches of straight run of 1” pipe on both INLET and OUTLET side of the hydro-charger. Refer to Figure 2 for correct assembly. The quick release nipples also act as a union to facilitate the hydro-charger removal, inspection and cleaning as needed. With an installation on PVC pipe and copper tubing it may require the addition of a plumbing union to aid in removal from the plumbing due to the rigidity of that type of material. Make certain the directional arrows on the hydro-charger point towards the pressure tank and the pressure control switch is located on the pressure tank side of hydro-charger as in Figure 1. Rapid cycling of pump may occur if the pressure control switch is located on well side. If a check valve is located between hydrocharger and pressure tank, it may prevent the hydro-charger from performing properly. Relocate to well side of hydro-charger.

Step 4

Turn back on the power to the well pump and pressurize the water lines to allow for adjustment of the hydro-charger. Check for leaks and adjust as necessary.

IMPORTANT NOTES

• Do not apply heat near hydro-charger, as damage may occur. On badly scaled, older plumbing systems, it may be advantageous to install a WYE STRAINER to help prevent plugging of the hydro-charger nozzle with scale or debris. The use of a WYE

STRAINER must precede the hydrocharger on the inlet side by a MINIMUM OF 10”.

• If existing water system includes a captive-air type pressure tank (bladder) and it is desirable to install an additional air to water type with an air release (not as a split steam type installation) install an air to water type pressure tank between the hydro-

charger and the existing captive air type pressure tank.

• Before proceeding with hydro-charger installed, re-verify adequate pumping rate pumping by following the procedure described in SECTION 2. After veriﬁ cation of adequate ﬂ ow, depressurize system as described previously.

• If installation is to be split streamed prior to tank or is it a public water supply (see ﬁ gure 1), or refer to special instructions on page 3-11.

Step 5

Set hydro-charger by following the following steps: a) Open nearest faucet until well pump starts, then close faucet. b) Place a ﬁ nger lightly over the SUCTION PORT (Figure 4). A slight suction should be detected for approximately ONE THIRD (1/3) of pumping cycle time. (Do not

confuse with ONE THIRD (1/3) of pressure range). c) If suction is too short, increase by turning air adjustment screw (Figure 4), CLOCKWISE. To decrease duration, turn COUNTER-CLOCK WISE. d) Repeat steps (a) through (c) until proper setting is obtained. The optimum cycle time is 60 seconds or more, with an air draw of 20 seconds minimum. Position DRAIN LINE over drain and secure ﬁ rmly. To prevent back-siphoning of sewer water, provide an air gap of at

least 2 inches or 2 pipe diameters between end of drain hose and drain (Figure 6). Do not raise DRAIN LINE more than 10 ft. above ﬂ oor.

Figure 2: Hydro-Charger Installation

IMPORTANT NOTE

When the duration of the suction is too long, the cold water may have a milky appearance caused by excess air in the water system. Correct this condition by reducing the duration of suction. This condition is commonly associated with bladder type pressure tanks. In extreme cases where elimination of excess air prevents system from performing satisfactorily, it may be necessary to install an air to water pressure tank with an air release valve.

Step 6

Turn off the electrical source to the water well pump or the close the water shut off valve on a municipal water supply to the dwelling once again. Depressurize

the water system by opening the nearest faucet to drain water from the water system in order to allow the installation of the iron and manganese reduction

system.

Step 7

Determine location and cut the water line on the supply side of the pressure tank as required to ﬁ t the plumbing to the control valve connection ﬁ ttings.

You may want to install a separate three valve bypass prior to the control valve in case the supplied bypass valve requires maintenance in order to provide

undisturbed water use.

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