For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
INSTRUCTION
BOOKLET
Cuisinart®
Countertop Filtration System
WCH-950
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IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
When using an electrical appliance, basic
precautions should always be followed to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and
personal injury, including the following:
1. Use this appliance only as described in this
manual. Other uses not recommended may
cause fire, electric shock or personal injury.
2. This product is intended for household use
only.
3. To protect against electric shock, do not
immerse unit, plug or cord in water or spray
with liquids.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any
appliance is used by or near children.
5. Unplug from the outlet when not in use or
when moving from one location to another,
and before cleaning.
6. To disconnect the appliance, grip the plug
and pull it from the wall outlet. Never pull
by the cord.
7. Do not operate the appliance in the
presence of explosive and/or flammable
fumes.
8. Do not place the appliance or any of its
parts near an open flame, cooking or other
heating appliance.
9. Do not operate the appliance with a
damaged cord or plug, if the product
malfunctions, or if it is dropped or damaged
in any manner.
10. The use of attachments not recommended
by the manufacturer may be hazardous.
11. Place the unit on a dry level surface.
12. Do not operate if the housing is removed or
damaged.
13. A loose fit between the AC outlet
(receptacle) and plug may cause
overheating and a distortion of the plug.
Contact a qualified electrician to replace
loose or worn outlet.
14. This appliance is designed to be
freestanding only, and should not be
recessed or built in (fully recessed).
15. Locate the unit away from direct sunlight
and sources of heat (stove, heater, radiator,
etc.). Direct sunlight will affect/alter the
outside color of the appliance.
16. Do not use with water that is
microbiologically unsafe or of unknown
quality without adequate disinfection before
or after the system. Individuals requiring
water of specific microbiological purity
should consult their physician.
NOTE: The system and installation of this
product needs to comply with state and local
laws and regulations.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock or personal injury, unplug or
disconnect the appliance from the power
supply before servicing.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD
USE ONLY
SPECIAL CORD SET
INSTRUCTIONS
For your protection, this unit
is equipped with a
3-conductor cordset that has
a molded 3-prong
grounding-type plug,
and should be used in
combination with a properly
connected grounding-type
outlet as shown in figure A. If
a grounding-type outlet is
not available, an adapter,
shown in Figure B, may be
obtained so that a
2-slot wall outlet can be used
with a 3-prong plug. As
shown in Figure C, the
adapter must be grounded
by attaching its grounding
lug under the screw of the
outlet cover plate.
NOTE: Do not remove the
grounding prong.
CAUTION: Before using an adapter, it must be
determined that the outlet cover plate screw is
properly grounded. If in doubt, consult a
licensed electrician. Never use an adapter
unless you are sure it is properly grounded.
NOTE: Use of an adapter is not permitted
in Canada.
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CONTENTS
Important Safeguards. . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Special Cord Set Instructions . . . . . . 2
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Parts and Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Unpacking & Placement. . . . . . . . . . . 4
Setting Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Tips and Hints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Cleaning and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Storing the Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . 7
Performance Data Sheet . . . . . . . . . . 8
California Certification . . . . . . . . . . . 10
For Purchases Made in Iowa . . . . . 10
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
INTRODUCTION
Pour yourself a glass of fresh, clean, filtered
water for a refreshing drink without opening
the refrigerator or a bottle.
Your
Countertop Filtration
System is Cuisinart at its most convenient.
Drink healthy!
PARTS AND FEATURES
1. 12-Week Filter Timer
Lets you know when to change your
water filter.
2. Cover
Filp-top lid for easy filling.
3. Upper Water Tank
Holds approx. ½ gallon of unfiltered water.
4. Lower Water Tank
Holds approx. 1 gallon of filtered water.
5. On/Off Power Button
Press to power on. This will activate the
chilling and heating functions.
6. Hot Water Button with Child Lock
Push safety lock up, then press to
dispense hot water.
7. Room Water Button
Press to dispense room temperature
water.
8. Cold Water Button
Press to dispense chilled water.
9. Temperature Indicator Lights
Red/blue LEDs light up when water has
reached hot/cold temperatures.
10. Spigots
11. Brushed Stainless Steel Base
12. Internal Water Tanks (not shown)
Hot and cold tanks – approx. ½ gallon
total capacity.
13. Drainage Plugs (not shown)
Two removable plastic plugs are located
on bottom of unit.
14. Replacement Water Filter
(Model GF-80)
The Cuisinart water filter has an
optimum filter life of 3 to 4 months
or 80 gallons.
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UNPACKING & PLACEMENT
1. Remove your Cuisinart®
Countertop Filtration System carefully from
the box.
2. Position the unit on a stable flat surface, close
to a main power outlet. Avoid direct sunlight
and keep out of the reach of children.
3. Allow at least 3 inches of space around
the sides and rear of the unit for proper air
circulation.
4. Remove filter from upper tank and carefully
follow the SETUP instructions below.
NOTE: Do not plug in unit until ALL steps of
SETUP are complete.
WATER FILTER SETUP
NOTE: For optimum filtering and flow rates,
the water filter must be prepared and installed
exactly as follows:
Preparing the Water Filter
1. Remove the filter from its packaging. It may
appear moist, which is normal.
DO NOT wash filter with soap and water.
2. Place water filter in empty bowl sideways
(see image). Pressing it
firmly to the bottom of the
bowl, and being careful
not to pour water directly
onto the filter, slowly add
enough cold water to fully
submerge and cover the
filter by at least 1 inch. (You should see
bubbles escaping the filter.)
3. Continue to hold filter under water for at
least 30 seconds.
4. Release the filter and let it soak at least 15
minutes. NOTE: While
soaking, the filter should
be partially submerged and
may tilt to one side.
Installing the Prepared
Water Filter
1. While the filter is soaking, remove the lid,
upper water tank and lower water tank.
2. Remove the filter timer from the lid by flipping
the lid over and pressing on the plastic tab.
3. Wash both tanks and plastic lid in mild, soapy
water, and rinse. Replace the filter timer.
4. Lift the filter from the bowl and allow water to
drain.
NOTE: The filter may contain a small amount
of loose carbon dust which can slightly darken
water while soaking.
5. With the Cuisinart logo
facing up, insert the water
filter into the upper water
tank and push firmly into
place.
6. Place the upper tank on
a pitcher and fill with cold
tap water. Allow to drain
for 5 minutes to flush
out any remaining carbon
dust, then pour out
remaining water.
WATER DISPENSER SETUP
NOTE: Use only cold tap water to fill the unit.
Filling the Upper and Lower Tanks
1. Place the upper tank onto the lower tank and
put on the lid.
2. Place assembled tanks on base. NOTE: The
vertical groove on the upper tank must face
the back of the unit.
3. Carefully lift the flip top lid and add water
to the FILL line. NOTE: This is a gravity fill
system. To increase the filtering-flow rate,
continue adding water to the FILL line of the
upper tank until lower tank is completely full.
4. During the initial setup, allow 30-40 minutes
for water to filter into and completely fill lower
tank.
Lid
Upper
water tank
Lower
water tank
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