Aqua-Pure APUV8 User Manual

Installation and Operating Instructions For

APUV Series Ultraviolet Light Systems Models: APUV1 APUV2 APUV5 APUV8

Installer: Please leave this manual with homeowner. Homeowner: Please retain for operation and future maintenance instructions.

WARNING

CAUTION

SAFETY INFORMATION

Read, understand, and follow all safety information contained in these instructions prior to installation and use of the Aqua-Pure® APUV Series Ultraviolet Light Systems. Retain these instructions for future reference.

The Aqua-Pure APUV Series Ultraviolet Light Systems are intended for use in irradiating water with powerful ultraviolet light and have not been evaluated for other uses. These ﬁ lters are typically installed at the point-of-use or point-of-entry, and must be installed as speciﬁ ed in these installation instructions.

EXPLANATION OF SIGNAL WORD CONSEQUENCES

WARNING

CAUTION

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 the 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 associated with 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 path of a drilling tool when selecting the position to mount the ﬁ lter bracket.

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.

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

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

• Protect from freezing, remove 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 ﬁ lter system is 100°F (37.8°C).

• Do not install if water pressure exceeds 125 psi (689 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 overtightening 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 ﬁ lter 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.

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

IMPORTANT NOTES

• Failure to follow instructions will void warranty.

• Some local codes may require the use of a licensed plumber or certiﬁ ed installer when disrupting a potable water line.

WATER CHEMISTRY

Water quality is extremely important for the optimum performance of your ultraviolet light system.

Only install the ultraviolet light system when:

• Total Iron - count is less than 0.3 ppm (0.3 mg/l)

• Hydrogen Sulﬁ de - count is less than 0.05 ppm (0.05 mg/l)

• Suspended Solids - count is less than 10 ppm (10 mg/l)

• Manganese - count is less than 0.05 ppm (0.05 mg/l)

• Hardness - count is less than 7 gpg (where total hardness is less than 7 gpg, the ultraviolet light system

should operate efﬁ cienctly provided the lamp/quartz sleeve is cleaned periodically. If total hardness is over 7

gpg, the water should be softened. This sterilizer is speciﬁ cally designed to supply water free of virtually all bacterias, viruses, algae and fungi by irradiating the water with powerful ultraviolet light. The result is bacteriologixally safe water without the use of potentially harmful

chemicals...............Natures Way, with no residual disinfecting agent in your water.

INSTALLING YOUR ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT SYSTEM

• CAUTION: electronic ballast must be connected to a grounded receptacle and the lamp connector ground wire con-

nected to the stainless steel reactor chamber.

• The Ultraviolet Light System is designed to be mounted horizontally or vertically at the point-of-use or point-of-entry

depending on the speciﬁ c ﬂ ow rate of the unit. The ideal installation is vertical with the lamp connector on top.

• The ballast should be mounted either above or beside the reactor chamber. This will prevent moisture caused by con-

densation from entering the ballast enclosure, causing a potential for ballast failure.

• The complete water system, including any pressure or hot water tanks, must be sterilized before start up by ﬂ ushing with

chlorine (household bleach) to destroy and residual contamination.

• For safety purposes, the Ultraviolet Light System should be connected to a ground fault interrupt circuit.

• The Ultraviolet Light System is intended for indoor use only, do not install Ultraviolet Light System where it may be

exposed to the weather.

• Install the Ultraviolet Light System on cold water line only.

• If treating the entire house, install the Ultraviolet Light System before any branch lines.

• A 5 micron sediment ﬁ lter must precede the Ultraviolet Light System. Ideally, the Ultraviolet Light System should be the

last treatment the water receives before it reaches the faucet.

1) For shipping purposes, the UV lamp is packed in a separate cardboard tube. Carefully remove the UV lamp from the

shipping tube being careful not to touch the “glass” portion with your ﬁ ngers. Insert the UV lamp into the quartz sleeve and making sure the connection end is inserted last. Mount the Ultraviolet Light System to the wall with supplied clamp (1 clamp on all 1 gpm units and 2 clamps on all 2, 5 and 8 gpm units). If required, a double-end clamp can be purchased

from your dealer to afﬁ x to an RO membrane.

2) If the Ultraviolet Light System is to be hard plumbed, make sure you leave enough clearance in front of the lamp con-

nector to facilitate lamp service (a length equal to the length of the unit should sufﬁ ce).

3) Various connection methods can be used to connect the water source to the Ultraviolet Light System, however union

type connectors are recommended. The use of a ﬂ ow restrictor device is strongly recommended when installing your Ultraviolet Light System in order that the manufacturers recommended ﬂ ow rate not be exceeded. These ﬂ ow restrictions are available from your dealer. In addition, the use of a by-pass assembly is recommended for emergency use of untreated water when you Ultraviolet Light System is being serviced. Note: When the UV unit is returned to service after being on bypass the complete water system must be sterilized once again with chlorine (household bleach) to destroy and contamina-

tion that may have entered the distribution system while on by-pass. Do Not Solder Connections While Attached

To The Ultraviolet Light System As It Could Damage The O-ring Seals.

4) Prior to connecting the power source, check all connections to ensure that they are indeed secure, turn on water supply

and check for any leaks. If satisﬁ ed that there are no leaks, proceed with the following steps.

5) To properly ground the stainless steel generating chamber, attach the green wire coming from the power source to the

grounding lug on the UV chamber. Remove the green cap nut and slide the eyelet connector onto the screw. Fasten the cap nut to the screw with a 5/16” wrench.

6) The power source provided with your Ultraviolet Light Systemmust be located within (5) feet of an electrical outlet. Do

Not Use An Outlet That Can Be Switched Off (IE. A Waste Disposal Outlet). Attach the lamp connector to the UV lamp and press into the aluminum gland nut. Plug the ballast into the outlet and ensure the “POWER-ON” LED is illuminated. The audible will enter a self test mode when power is ﬁ rst applied to verify ballast operation.

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