User’s Guide
Guide de l’utilisateur
Guía del usuario
WAT E R FILT R ATI ON S YST E MS
SYS T ÈME S D E F I LT R ATI O N D ’E AU
S I ST EM AS D E F I LT RAC I Ó N D E A GU A
FAUCET FILTRATION SYSTEM
SYSTÈME DE FILTRATION D’EAU SUR ROBINET
SISTEMA DE FILTRACIÓN PARA GRIFOS
System Model No. FF-100 Replacement Cartridge Model No. FR-200
N
o
de modèle du système : FF-100 No de modèle de la cartouche de rechange : FR-200
Sistema Modelo N
o
FF-100
Cartucho de reemplazo No FR-200
For optimal performance, please carefully read all instructions
before attaching and using your Brita® Faucet Filtration System.
Hello and welcome!
Thank you for choosing Brita®, the world’s #1 brand of household water filtration. Brita’s certified water
filtration systems turn ordinary water into healthier, great-tasting drinking water. Just follow the easy
instructions in this booklet to quickly install your Brita® Faucet Filtration System (no additional tools
needed!). To find out more about Brita, check out our Web site at www.brita.com.
— Brita
Table of Contents
Components and Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 1
Installation in Five Easy Steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 1
Use and Care of Filter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 3
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 6
Performance Data Sheet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 7
Limited One-Year Warranty
Brita LP (Warrantor) warrants your Brita® Faucet Filtration System (FF-100) for one year from the date of purchase (except
for the filter cartridge, which is warranted for 30 days) against all defects in materials and workmanship, when used in
compliance with the user’s guide. If for any reason the product proves to be defective within one year from the date of
purchase, call Brita Consumer Services at 1-800-24-BRITA (U.S.) or 1-800-387-6940 (Canada), or ship the unit to the
address below and the unit will be repaired or replaced without charge. Please package your unit carefully to avoid damage
in transit.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
The Warrantor assumes no responsibility for incidental or consequential damages; for damages arising out of misuse of the
product or the use of any unauthorized attachment; or for damages resulting from the use of the product with a defective
water faucet. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above
limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
Should service be required during or after the warranty period, or should you have any questions regarding how to use your
Brita product, please call Brita Consumer Services at 1-800-24-BRITA (U.S.) or 1-800-387-6940 (Canada) Monday through
Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., Eastern Standard Time.
In U.S.: Brita In Canada: Brita
1221 Broadway 150 Biscayne Crescent
Oakland, CA, U.S.A. Brampton, ON, Canada
94612-1888 L6W 4V3
You may reach Brita Consumer Services at 1-800-24-BRITA (U.S.) or 1-800-387-6940 (Canada).
ENGLISH
USER’S GUIDE
W A T E R F I L T R A T I O N S Y S T E M S
1
COMPONENTS AND FEATURES
Front View
INSTALLATION IN FIVE EASY STEPS
STEP 1: Remove aerator from faucet.
Unscrew (clockwise) the aerator and remove any original rubber
washers from your faucet. If difficult to remove, use a dry towel to
grip the aerator. Clean off any scale or rust buildup.
If any parts are missing, or to locate
retailers, please call BRITA Consumer
Services at 1-800-24-BRITA (U.S.) or
1-800-387-6940 (Canada).
NOTE:
This product contains a nonreplaceable,
sealed battery. The batteries and electronics are
sealed in a waterproof compartment inside your
Brita
®
Faucet Filtration System and do not come
into contact with water. The Filter Replacement
Indicator is designed to last for the life of your
Brita
®
Faucet Filtration System (about 5 years,
depending on usage).
Packet with 2 Faucet
Adapters and Washers
Replaceable
Filter Cartridge
Insert Groove
Base System
Filter Replacement Indicator
Strainer
Mounting Collar
Filter Handle
Aerator
Back View
Filter Cartridge
Release Button
Filter Cup
2
STEP 2: Determine if you need to use an adapter.
If your faucet has threads on the outside:
You most likely will not need to use an adapter. Attempt to attach
the system directly to your faucet. If it does not fit, call Brita
Consumer Services at 1-800-24-BRITA (U.S.) or 1-800-387-6940
(Canada). Proceed to Step 3.
If your faucet has threads on the inside:
You will need to use one of the adapters and corresponding
washers provided. Select the proper adapter and washer that fit
onto your faucet. If neither adapter fits, please call Brita Consumer
Services at 1-800-24-BRITA (U.S.) or 1-800-387-6940 (Canada).
Place the washer into the recessed end of the adapter. Twist the
adapter (counterclockwise) onto your faucet and tighten by hand
until snug. If difficult to tighten, insert a coin into the notch in the
bottom of the adapter and twist until snug. Caution: Using pliers to
tighten the adapter may damage the threading.
NOTE:
The Brita® Faucet Filtration System cannot be attached to faucets with a
built-in spray feature at the end of the faucet.
STEP 3: Attach the
base system to your
faucet.
Position the base system so
that the filter cup is on the left
side of your faucet and the
Filter Replacement Indicator is
facing you. Twist the mounting
collar onto the faucet and
tighten by hand until snug.
Do not tighten with pliers.
Do not over-tighten.
If you are having difficulty,
rotate the base system
backward and forward while
further tightening the mounting
collar.
Side View
Top View
Mounting Collar
Threads Outside – Likely No
Adapter Needed
Threads Inside – Use an Adapter
3
STEP 4: Insert filter cartridge
into filter cup.
Support the bottom of the filter system with
one hand. Align the insert groove on the
lower part of the cartridge with the Filter
Replacement Indicator at the front of the
filter cup. Insert the filter cartridge into the
filter cup until a “click” is heard. Do not
force the filter cartridge into the system
base. Inserting the new filter cartridge
automatically resets and activates the
electronic Filter Replacement Indicator.
A green signal will flash, indicating that
the filter is engaged.
STEP 5: Flush the new filter cartridge with water.
Move the filter handle toward you to the filtered Brita® water setting:
Turn on the faucet to flush the new filter for 5 minutes to remove any carbon dust
and activate the filter. It is normal for carbon dust to appear. The 100 gallon/
378 liter filter life begins after the 5-minute conditioning period.
NOTE:
Use with cold water only. Do not run hot water (above 100°F/38°C) through the filter, as
it may damage the filter.
USE AND CARE OF FILTER
Your Brita
®
Faucet Filtration System is ready to use!
By adjusting the handle to the following positions, you can select the water you want:
Front View
FILTERED WATER
Move handle to forward position to…
Only draw filtered water from filter
port. All other water is unfiltered.
Filter Cartridge
Insert Groove
Filter Replacement
Indicator
Filter Cup
STREAM OF UNFILTERED WATER
Move handle to middle position to…
SPRAY OF UNFILTERED WATER
Move handle to rear position to…
4
Filter Replacement Indicator
Regular filter replacement is the key to ensuring healthier and great-tasting water. The Brita® Faucet
Filtration System makes it easy for you to know when to change your filter.
The Filter Replacement Indicator monitors the filter life and tells you when to replace the filter
cartridge, based on average water quality and filtered water usage by the average family of four.
The Filter Replacement Indicator will signal the need for replacement after approximately
100 gallons/378 liters or 4 months, whichever comes first.
Each time you begin filtering water, a light will illuminate to signal the filter status.
INDICATOR LIGHT FILTER STATUS
Filter Working
When switched to the filtered Brita
®
water setting, the green light will
flash to show your filter is working.
Change Filter Soon
When switched to the filtered Brita
®
water setting, the amber light will
flash when your filter has 2 weeks or approximately 20 gallons/75 liters of
life left. Your filter is working, but it has entered the Replacement Warning
Period signaling that the filter will need to be replaced soon.
Change Filter Now
When switched to the filtered Brita
®
water setting, the red light will
flash to indicate that your filter cartridge has reached the end of
its life and needs to be replaced now.
Replacing filter cartridge
Replacing the filter cartridge is easy. If the Filter
Replacement Indicator flashes red when you switch to the
filtered Brita® water setting, it is time to replace the filter
cartridge. Prompt filter replacement assures you of healthier,
great-tasting water.
To remove the old cartridge, turn water off, press the filter
cartridge release button located at the back of the filter cup
and pull cartridge up to remove it. To insert a new cartridge,
follow the directions in Step 4.
Brita
®
Faucet Replacement Filters are available in white or
chrome finish.
NOTE:
If the filter is removed for cleaning purposes (e.g., for rinsing
or wiping off) while in green mode, please insert filter back into unit
within 30 seconds to make sure the counter is not reset. However, once
the Filter Replacement Indicator has begun to show a red light (indicating
the Replacement Period), do not remove the cartridge unless you intend to replace it. Once the filter has entered the
Replacement Warning Period, inserting a cartridge will automatically reset the Filter Replacement Indicator.
NOTE: Only the Brita
®
Faucet Replacement Filters will fit the Brita® Faucet Filtration System.
Back View
Filter Cartridge
Release Button
Flashing Green
Flashing Amber
Flashing Red
5
Early filter replacement and manual reset of the
Filter Replacement Indicator
Brita® Faucet Replacement Filters have an extra layer to help prevent premature clogging due to
sediment buildup. However, it may still be possible that very high sediment in your tap water may
cause your filter to prematurely clog with sediment. This may reduce the water flow from the system
and require an earlier filter change. If, for any reason, you need to replace your filter early (before the
red flashing signal from the indicator), remove the old cartridge (see directions on Replacing Filter
Cartridge) and prepare to insert a new one (Step 4).
To manually reset the indicator for your new cartridge, wait at least 30 seconds after the old filter has
been removed before inserting the new one. This allows the counter to reset properly.
For optimal use, care and safety
• The Brita® Faucet Filtration System is not intended to purify water. Do not use with water that is
microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the
system. Systems certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected waters that may contain
filterable cysts. Individuals requiring water of special microbiological purity should follow the
advice of their doctor or local health officials regarding the use and consumption of their tap water
and Brita® water.
• The system and installation must comply with state and local laws and regulations.
• Use with cold water only. Do not run hot water (above 100˚F/38°C) through the filter, as it may
damage the filter.
• Do not push filter cartridge release button while filtering water.
• Prior to each use, let water run through the filter for five seconds to activate the filter. If the filter
has not been used for a few days, let the water run for 30 seconds before use.
• For optimal system performance and highest-quality filtered water, promptly replace the filter
cartridge when signaled by the Filter Replacement Indicator.
• Clean the exterior of the Brita
®
Faucet Filtration System with a damp sponge or soft cloth. A mild
dishwashing liquid may be used. Do not use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads to clean this
product. DO NOT put any parts of this product in the dishwasher.
• Only draw filtered water from filter port. All other water is unfiltered.
• Do not use the Brita
®
Faucet Filtration System if incoming tap water exceeds 170°F/77°C. Very
hot water will damage the system. (While most of the newer hot water heaters are preset
to 120°F/49°C, temperatures vary from household to household. If you suspect your water
temperature may be higher than 170°F/77°C, check the setting on your water heater.)
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TROUBLESHOOTING
You are unable to attach
the system to your faucet.
See Step 2 of Installation in Five Easy Steps to determine if you need to
use an adapter. Check to see that you have correctly inserted the
proper adapter and washer.
Adapters provided do not
fit your faucet.
Call Brita Consumer Services at 1-800-24-BRITA (U.S.) or
1-800-387-6940 (Canada).
Water leaks or sprays
from connection at
faucet.
Check to see that you placed the washer between the faucet and the
adapter. Check to see that the mounting collar is tight and the
threading is aligned with the faucet or adapter threading. Only water
from filter port is filtered. All other water is unfiltered.
Water leaks or sprays
from the system itself.
Make sure the filter cartridge is locked into place. Water leaking or
spraying from system may not be filtered. Only water from filter port
is filtered. All other water is unfiltered.
Flow rate of filtered water
slows.
Remove the system from the faucet and clean the sediment from the
strainer in the mounting collar. If flow rate of filtered water remains
slow, replace filter cartridge. Although Brita
®
Faucet Replacement
Filters have an extra layer to reduce sediment buildup, very high
sediment in your water may cause the system to prematurely clog
before the typical end of filter life. The clogging means that your Brita®
Faucet Replacement Filter is removing the sediment from your tap
water. See directions for Early filter replacement and manual reset of
the Filter Replacement Indicator on page 5.
Filter Replacement
Indicator does not reset
with new cartridge
insertion.
Make sure the filter cartridge is locked into place. If you replaced the
cartridge before the indicator light flashed red, you need to manually
reset the Filter Replacement Indicator. See directions for Early filter
replacement and manual reset of the filter replacement indicator on
page 5.
Filter Replacement
Indicator does not
illuminate.
Call Brita Consumer Services at 1-800-24-BRITA (U.S.) or
1-800-387-6940 (Canada).
FOR PURCHASES MADE IN IOWA: This form must be signed and dated by the buyer and seller prior to the consummation of
this sale. This form should be retained on file by the seller for a minimum of two years.
BUYER: SELLER:
Name Name
Address Address
Telephone Number
Signature Signature
Date Date
7
PERFORMANCE DATA SHEET
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Read this Performance Data Sheet and compare the capabilities of this unit with your
actual water treatment needs. It is recommended that, before purchasing a water treatment unit, you have your
water supply tested to determine your actual water treatment needs.
BRITA
®
FAUCET FILTRATION SYSTEM
MODEL FF-100 WITH FILTER FR-200
SUBSTANCE
REDUCTION U.S. EPA
Level*/
NSF Max.
Permissible
Product Water
Concentration
HEALTH
CANADA
GUIDELINE
TESTING PARAMETERS
Influent Challenge
Concentration
Filter Effluent Percent Reduction
Alkalinity
(ppm
CaCO
3
)
Temp.
(°C)
pH
Actual NSF Target Average Maximum Average Minimum
NSF/ANSI Standard 53 – Health Effects
Asbestos 90
a
10–100
a
<0.17
a
<0.17
a
>99% >99% 7a/99%
b
N.A. N.A. 19 7.4
Lead 150 ppb 150±15 ppb <1 ppb <1 ppb >99.3% >99.3% 15 ppb
c
/10 ppb 10 ppb
d
18 21 6.5
Lead 150 ppb 150±15 ppb <1 ppb <1 ppb >99.3% >99.3% 15 ppb
c
/10 ppb 10 ppb
d
100 20 8.4
Cysts
e
115,000e≥50,000
e
<1
e
<1
e
>99.99% >99.99% 99.9%f/99.95% N.A. N.A. 21 7.3
Alachlor 40 ppb 40±4 ppb <1 ppb <1 ppb >97.5% >97.5% 2 ppb N.A. N.A. 20 7.2
Atrazine 8.4 ppb 9±0.9 ppb <0.5 ppb <0.5 ppb >94.1% >94.1% 3 ppb 5 ppb
d
N.A. 20 7.4
Benzene 16 ppb 15±1.5 ppb <0.5 ppb <0.5 ppb >96.8% >96.8% 5 ppb 5 ppb
d
N.A. 20 7.4
Carbofuran 77 ppb 80±8 ppb <1 ppb <1 ppb >98.7% >98.7% 40 ppb 90 ppb
d
N.A. 20 7.4
Carbon tetrachloride 14 ppb 15±1.5 ppb <0.5 ppb <0.5 ppb >96.5% >96.5% 5 ppb 5 ppb
d
N.A. 20 7.4
Chlordane 44 ppb 40±4 ppb 0.2 ppb 0.2 ppb 99.5% 99.5% 2 ppb N.A. N.A. 22 7.5
Chlorobenzene 2.0 ppm 2.0±0.2 ppm <0.002 ppm <0.019 ppm 99.9% 99% 0.1 ppm 0.08 ppm
d
N.A. 20 7.3
o-Dichlorobenzene 1.8 ppm 1.8±0.18 ppm <0.0005 ppm <0.0005 ppm >99.9% >99.9% 0.6 ppm 0.2 ppm
d
N.A. 21 7.4
2,4-D 210 ppb 210±21 ppb 0.1 ppb 0.2 ppb 99.9% 99.9% 70 ppb 100 ppb
d
N.A. 20 7.4
Endrin 6.6 ppb 6±0.6 ppb <0.2 ppb <0.2 ppb >97% >97% 2 ppb N.A. N.A. 21 7.6
Ethylbenzene 2.2 ppm 2.1±0.21 ppm 0.0007 ppm 0.0031 ppm 99.9% 99.8% 0.7 ppm ≤0.0024 ppm
h
N.A. 21 7.4
Lindane 2.0 ppb 2±0.2 ppb <0.02 ppb <0.02 ppb >99% >99% 0.2 ppb N.A. N.A. 20 7.4
Methoxychlor 120 ppb 120±12 ppb 0.4 ppb 0.7 ppb 99.7% 99.4% 40 ppb 900 ppb
d
N.A. 22 7.4
Simazine 11 ppb 12±1.2 ppb 1.4 ppb 4 ppb 87% 62% 4 ppb 10 ppb
d
N.A. 20 7.6
Styrene 1.9 ppm 2.0±0.2 ppm <0.0005 ppm <0.0005 ppm >99.9% >99.9% 0.1 ppm N.A. N.A. 20 7.2
Tetrachloroethylene 16 ppb 15±1.5 ppb <0.5 ppb <0.5 ppb >96.9% >96.9% 5 ppb 30 ppb
d
N.A. 20 7.4
Toluene 3.1 ppm 3.0±0.3 ppm <0.0005 ppm <0.0005 ppm >99.9% >99.9% 1 ppm ≤0.024 ppm
h
N.A. 20 7.2
Toxaphene 16 ppb 15±1.5 ppb <1 ppb <1 ppb >93.6% >93.6% 3 ppb N.A. N.A. 20 7.3
Trichloroethylene 310 ppb 300±30 ppb <0.5 ppb <0.5 ppb >99.8% >99.8% 5 ppb 5 ppb
d
N.A. 21 7.3
TTHM 470 ppb 450±90 ppb 4.7 ppb 18 ppb 99% 96.1% 80 ppb 100 ppb
g
N.A. 22 7.4
Turbidity 11 NTU
i
11±1 NTUi0.2 NTU
i
0.3 NTUi98.4% 97.2%
0.3–1.0 NTU
i,k
/
0.5 NTU
i
0.1–1 NTU
i,k
N.A. 22 7.3
VOC 300 ppb 300±30 ppb 0.7 ppb 3.9 ppb 99.8% 98.7% N.A. N.A. N.A. 22 7.5
NSF/ANSI Standard 42 – Aesthetic Effects
Chlorine
taste and odor
2.0 ppm 2.0±0.2 ppm 0.05 ppm 0.05 ppm
97.5% 97.5% N.A./50%
b
N.A. N.A. 20 7.4
Particulate (Class I,
0.5–1.0 µm)
8,700,000
l
≥10,000
l
21,000
l
27,000l99.8% 99.6% N.A./85%
b
N.A. N.A. 20 7.3
* The U.S. EPA Levels are Maximum Contaminant
Levels (MCLs) and are the same as the
NSF Maximum Permissible Product Water
Concentration unless noted otherwise.
a
Measurements in million fibers/L;
fibers >10 µm in length.
b
NSF minimum permissible percent reduction.
c
U.S. EPA Action Level.
d
Health Canada Maximum Acceptable
Concentration (MAC).
e
Testing with live Cryptosporidium oocysts.
Measurements in oocysts/L.
f
U.S. EPA minimum percent reduction by
treatment technique.
g
Health Canada Interim Maximum Acceptable
Concentration (IMAC).
h
Health Canada Aesthetic Objective (AO).
i
NTU = Nephelometric Turbidity Units.
k
Level by treatment technique.
l
Particulate measurements in particles/mL.
N.A. = Not applicable.
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NSF/ANSI Standard 53 – Health Effects – Volatile organic chemicals (VOC’s) included by surrogate testing
*
SUBSTANCE
Influent
Challenge
Concentration
Percent
Reduction
NSF Maximum
Permissible Product
Water Concentration
U. S. EPA
Level
Health Canada
Guideline
Bromochloroacetonitrile 22 ppb 98% 0.5 ppb N.A. N.A.
Chloropicrin 15 ppb 99% 0.2 ppb N.A. N.A.
Dibromoacetonitrile 24 ppb 98% 0.6 ppb N.A. N.A.
Dibromochloropropane 52 ppb >99% 0.02 ppb 0.2 ppb N.A.
Dichloroacetonitrile 9.6 ppb 98% 0.2 ppb N.A. N.A.
p-Dichlorobenzene 40 ppb >98% 1 ppb 75 ppb 5 ppb
a
1,2-Dichloroethane 88 ppb 95% 4.8 ppb 5 ppb 5 ppb
a
1,1-Dichloroethylene 83 ppb >99% 1 ppb 7 ppb 14 ppb
a
cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene 170 ppb >99% 0.5 ppb 70 ppb N.A.
trans-1.2-Dichloroethylene 86 ppb >99% 1 ppb 100 ppb N.A.
1,2-Dichloropropane 80 ppb >99% 1 ppb 5 ppb N.A.
1,1-Dichloro-2-propanone 7.2 ppb 99% 0.1 ppb N.A. N.A.
cis-1,2-Dichloropropylene 79 ppb >99% 1 ppb N.A. N.A.
Dinoseb 170 ppb 99% 0.2 ppb 7 ppb 10 ppb
a
Ethylene dibromide 44 ppb >99% 0.02 ppb 0.05 ppb N.A.
Heptachlor 250 ppb >99% 0.01 ppb 0.4 ppb N.A.
Hexachlorobutadiene 44 ppb >98% 1 ppb N.A. N.A.
Hexachlorocyclopentadiene 60 ppb >99% 0.002 ppb 50 ppb N.A.
Pentachlorophenol 96 ppb >99% 1 ppb 1 ppb 60 ppb
a
1,1,2,2-Tetrachloroethane 81 ppb >99% 1 ppb N.A. N.A.
Tribromoacetic acid 42 ppb >98% 1 ppb N.A. N.A.
Trichloroacetonitrile 15 ppb 98% 0.3 ppb N.A. N.A.
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene 160 ppb >99% 0.5 ppb 70 ppb N.A.
1,1,1-Trichloroethane 84 ppb 95% 4.6 ppb 200 ppb N.A.
1,1,2-Trichloroethane 150 ppb >99% 0.5 ppb 5 ppb N.A.
2,4,5-TP (Silvex) 270 ppb 99% 1.6 ppb 50 ppb N.A.
1,1,1-Trichloro-2-propanone 8.2 ppb 96% 0.3 ppb N.A. N.A.
Xylenes 70 ppb >99% 1 ppb 10 ppm ≤300 ppb
b
* Chloroform was used as the surrogate chemical for VOC reduction claims.
a
Health Canada Maximum Acceptable Concentration (MAC).
b
Health Canada Aesthetic Objective (AO).
N.A. = Not applicable.
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