Aqua-Pure CBW1001 User Manual

INSTALLATION AND OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

CBW SERIES RESIDENTIAL

BACKWASH FILTER SYSTEMS

MODELS:

CBW1001 CBW1001DM CBW1501 CBW1501DM CBW2001 CBW2001DM

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

SAFETY INFORMATION

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

Intended use:

The Aqua-Pure CBW Series Residential Backwash Filter Systems are intended for use in treating water in homes and have not been evaluated for other uses. These systems are intended for indoor installations near the entry point of a home water line, and must be installed by qualiﬁ ed professional installers according to these installation instructions.

EXPLANATION OF SIGNAL WORD CONSEQUENCES

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 system 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 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 40°F (4°C).

• Do not install on hot water supply lines. The maximum operating water temperature of this system is 100°F (38°C).

• Do not install if water pressure exceeds 100 psi. 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.

• 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.

• Install 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 brine 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

CAUTION

SECTION DESCRIPTION

1 BEFORE INSTALLATION

2 INSTALLATION

3 BACKWASHING INSTRUCTIONS

4 MAINTENANCE

5 TROUBLESHOOTING

6 SPECIFICATIONS AND OPERATING DATA

7 LIMITED WARRANTY

SECTION 1: BEFORE INSTALLATION

Inspecting And Handling Your Backwash Filter:

Inspect the equipment for shipping damage. If damaged, notify the transportation company and request a damage inspection.

Handle the ﬁ lter unit with care. Damage can result if dropped or if set on sharp, uneven projections on the ﬂ oor. Do not turn the ﬁ lter unit upside down.

CAUTION

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

• Installation must comply with existing state or local plumbing codes.

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.

Check Your Pumping Rate and Water Pressure:

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

1) MINIMUM water pressure required at the system inlet is 20 psi (138 kPa).

CAUTION

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

NOTE: Call your local water department or plant operator to obtain pressure readings. If you have a private well, the gauge on the pressure tank

will indicate the high and low system pressure. Record your water pressure data below:

Water Pressure:

Low psi High psi

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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.

The installer is required to take appropriate measures if there is the possibility a vacuum condition may occur. This would include the installation

of an appropriate device in the supply line to the system, i.e., a vacuum breaker or backﬂ ow prevention device. Vacuum damage voids the factory warranty.

2) The pumping rate of your well must be sufﬁ cient for satisfactory operation and backwashing of the system. (See Speciﬁ cations And Operating Data,

Section 6).

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 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 ______ (gals.) ÷ CYCLE TIME ______ (secs.) x 60 = PUMPING RATE ______(gpm)

EXAMPLE:

CYCLE TIME is 65 secs.; DRAW-DOWN is 6 gals.; then PUMPING RATE equals: 6 gals. ÷ 65 secs. x 60 = 5.5 gpm

Installation Site Selection:

Select the location of your 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 waste drain.

3) Locate in correct relationship to other water conditioning equipment (Figure 1, page 2-1).

4) Locate the system in the supply line BEFORE the water heater. Temperatures above 100°F (38°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 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 40°F (4°C).

• Do not install on hot water supply lines. The maximum operating water temperature of this system is 100°F (38°C).

• Do not install in direct sunlight or outdoors.

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