Cuisinart WCH-1000 User Manual

INSTRUCTION
BOOKLET

Cuisinart
Countertop Filtration System

For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.

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WCH-1000

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.

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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.

Use of an adapter is not permitted

NOTE:

in Canada.

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CONTENTS

Important Safeguards. . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Special Cord Set Instructions . . . . . . 2

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Parts and Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Unpacking and Placement . . . . . . . . . 4

Water Filter Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Water Dispenser Setup . . . . . . . . . .4-5

Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Replacing Water Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Tips and Hints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Cleaning and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Storing the Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . 7

Performance Data Sheet . . . . . . . . . . 8

California Certification . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

For Purchases Made in Iowa . . . . . . 9

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

8. Spigot

9. Base

10. Internal Water Tank (not shown)

Cold tank – approx. ¼ gallon capacity.

11. Drainage Plug (not shown)

One removable plastic plug is located
on bottom of unit.

12. Replacement Water Filter
(Model GF-80)

The Cuisinart® water filter has an
optimum filter life of 3 months.

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INTRODUCTION

Pour yourself a glass of fresher, cleaner,
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

3. Upper Water Tank

4. Lower Water Tank

5. Cold Water Button

6. Temperature Indicator Light

7. Room Water Button

Flip-top lid for easy filling.

(Holds approx. ½ gallon of unfiltered
water)

(Holds approx. ¾ gallon of filtered water)

Press to dispense chilled water.

Blue LED lights up when water has
reached cold temperature.

Press to dispense room temperature
water.

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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. You will
need a large bowl, a pitcher (or another type
of container) and a glass.

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.

NOTE: The filter may contain a small amount
of loose carbon dust. It may also appear moist,
have a faint smell of plastic or a slight yellowish
tint – these are all normal. DO NOT wash filter
with soap or 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.

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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's loose
carbon dust may slightly
darken water while soaking.

5. With the Cuisinart

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facing up, insert the water
filter into the upper water
tank and push firmly into
place.

6. Place the upper tank on a
pitcher (or another type of
container) 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
cover with the lid.

Lid

Upper

water tank

Lower

water tank

2. Place assembled tanks on base.
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 tanks are completely full.

4. During the initial setup, allow 20–30 minutes
for water to filter into and completely fill upper
and lower tanks.

NOTE: The

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