Pentair QC10-CBR, QC10-EP, QC10-GAC, QC10-TSGAC, QC10-CGAC Installation And Operation Manual

PENTEK® QC10 SERIES QUICK-CHANGE WATER FILTER SYSTEM

INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL

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SPECIFICATIONS

WARNING:

CAUTION

CAUTION

CAUTION

PRECAUTIONS

Pressure Range: 30–125 psi (2.1–8.62 bar)

Temperature Range: 40–100°F (4.4–37.8°C)

Rated Service Flow:

QC10-CBR 0.5 gpm (1.9 Lpm)

QC10-EP 0.5 gpm (1.9 Lpm)

QC10-GAC 0.75 gpm (2.8 Lpm)

QC10-TSGAC 0.75 gpm (2.8 Lpm)

QC10-CGAC* 0.6 gpm (2.3 Lpm)

QC10-CB1* 0.6 gpm (2.3 Lpm)

Size: 2.187-inch x 11.625-inch

(55.5 mm x 295.3 mm)

*Not Performance Tested or Certified by NSF.

PARTS INCLUDED

• Filter head with built-in bracket and compression or
push-fit fittings

• Cartridge

• Hardware kit

TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED

• Phillips screwdriver

• Adjustable wrench (for 1/4-inch male threaded parts)

• Tape measure

• Pencil

• Safety glasses

• Separate drinking water faucet required if supplying

water directly to the kitchen sink

OPTIONAL MATERIALS

• Shut-off valve

• Saddle tap valve with shut-off

• Threaded copper "T"

• 1/4-inch (6.35 mm) plastic or copper tubing or flexible hose

• 3/8-inch (9.53 mm) plastic or copper tubing or flexible hose

Do not use with water that is microbiologically

unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate
disinfection before or after the system.

Protect against freezing to prevent cracking of the

filter and water leakage.

Because of the product’s limited service life and to

prevent costly repairs or possible water damage,
we strongly recommend that the head of the filter
be replaced every ten years. If the head of your
filter has been in use for longer than this period,
it should be replaced immediately. Date the top of
any new head to indicate the next recommended
replacement date.

Turn off water supply to head without cartridge if

it must be left unattended for an extended period
of time.

The QC10-CBR is Tested and Certified by NSF
International to NSF/ANSI Standard 42/53.

The QC10-EP is Tested and Certified by NSF
International to NSF/ANSI Standard 42 for the
aesthetic reduction of Chlorine Taste and Odor.

The QC10-GAC is Tested and Certified by NSF
International to NSF/ANSI Standard 42 for the
aesthetic reduction of Chlorine Taste and Odor.

The QC10-TSGAC is Tested and Certified by NSF
International to NSF/ANSI Standard 42 for the
aesthetic reduction of Chlorine Taste and Odor.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Model Claims Filter Capacity

QC10-CBR

QC10-EP chlorine taste & odor

QC10-GAC chlorine taste & odor

QC10-TSGAC

QC10-CGAC*

QC10-CB1

Turbidity = 5 NTU Max.
*Not Performance Tested or Certified by NSF.

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chlorine taste & odor,

sediment, lead, atrazine,

lindane, cysts** and turbidity

chlorine taste & odor with

phosphate crystals

chloramine taste & odor and

chlorine taste & odor*

chlorine taste & odor and

sediment*

500 gallons

(1,890 L)

1,500 gallons

(5,670 L)

2,500 gallons

(9,460 L)

1,700 gallons

(6,435 L)

500 gallons

(1,890 L)*

10,000 gallons

(37,850 L)*

Rated

Service

Flow

0.5 gpm

(1.9 L/min)

0.5 gpm

(1.9 L/min)

0.75 gpm

(2.8 L/min)

0.75 gpm

(2.8 L/min)

0.6 gpm

(2.3 L/min)*

0.6 gpm

(2.3 L/min)*

Micron

Rating

1/4-inch

Threaded

0.5 158667 158682 158691

5* 158668 158683 158692

– 158669 158684 158693

– – 158723 158724

– – 158719 158720

- – 158721 158722

1/4-inch

JG

Push fit

3/8-inch

JG

Push fit

QC10-TSGACR

**NSF/ANSI Standard 53 certified to reduce cysts such as

Cryptosporidium and Giardia by mechanical means.

Replacement

Cartridge

QC10-CBRR

155785-43

QC10-EPR
155962-43

QC10-GACR

155901-43

255706-43

QC10-CGACR

255704-43

QC10-CB1R

255705-43

INSTALLATION

CAUTION

CAUTION

NOTE: For cold water use only.
NOTE: Make certain that installation complies with all state

and local laws and regulations.

NOTE: The contaminants or other substances removed or

reduced by the selected cartridge are not necessarily
in your water. Filter must be maintained according
to manufacturer’s recommendation including
replacement of filter cartridges. Ask your local water
municipality for a copy of their water analysis, or
have your private well tested by a reputable water
testing lab.

NOTE: After prolonged periods of non-use (such as during

a vacation) it is recommended that the system be
flushed thoroughly. Let water run for 2-3 minutes
before using.

NOTE: The filter cartridge used with this system has a

limited service life. Changes in taste, odor, color,
and/or flow of the water being filtered indicate that
the cartridge should be replaced.

1. Mounting the Filter System

A. Select a location where filter system is to be mounted.

NOTE: Allow 1-1⁄2 inches (38 mm) clearance below housing

or 11-inches (279 mm) below filter head to enable
filter cartridge changes.

Filter head should be mounted securely to a solid

stud or surface. The mounting bracket will support
the weight of the filter and help prevent strain on
the cold water line.

B. Filter head should be mounted in vertical position. Use

mounting bracket as a template to mark screw locations.
Mount filter head in marked location using the screws
provided in the hardware kit.

Cold water supply to the filter should have a

separate shut-off valve. If it does not, a separate
shut-off should be installed.

2. Connecting the Tubing and Fittings

A. Assemble fittings as shown in Figure 2A. Press appropriate

tubing into the inlet and outlet fittings until it stops. Hand­tighten connections. Then tighten 1 to 1-1⁄2 turn(s) with a
wrench.

B. Cut and deburr 1/4-inch or 3/8-inch tubing. Insert tubing

into push fittings. Push tubing in until you hit a hard stop as
shown in Figure 2B, page 3. To remove tubing from fitting,
depress tube collar around the tube while pulling the tube
out.

Outlet

1A

Inlet

Inlet

11"

1/4-inch THREADED COMPRESSION FITTINGS

2A

COPPER TUBING Hand tighten plus 1 to 1-1/2 turns with a wrench

Ferrule

Nut

PLASTIC TUBING Hand tighten plus 1 to 1-1/2 turns with a wrench

Ferrule

Nut

FLEX TUBING Wrench tighten, do not over tighten

1/4-inch Compression
Flexible Braided Hose

JG PUSH FIT FITTINGS

2B

Push tubing into fitting until you hit a hard stop.

11"

Outlet

3. Installing the Cartridge

See Filter Cartridge Replacement, Step R3, for installation
instructions.

1/4" or 3/8"

Copper or Plastic

Tubing

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Tube

Collar

FILTER CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT

(R1) Relieve pressure by turning off water supply to the filter

and dispensing water from the faucet.

(R2) (a) Twist cartridge away from the locked position to the

unlock position , and (b) remove cartridge (R2).

(R3) (c) Line up arrow on replacement cartridge with the

unlocked position on head and firmly push cartridge
into head and (d) turn to locked position (R3).

(R4) Turn on water and check for leaks. If leaks are found, see

Troubleshooting section, page 4.

NOTE: A water cartridge may contain carbon fines (very

fine black powder). This will be released during your
initial flushing.

(R5) Flush water through filter for 5 minutes to remove carbon

fines. Check for leaks again before leaving installation.

R3R2

TROUBLESHOOTING

Leaks:

...Between head and cartridge

1. Turn off the water supply to the filter and dispense water
from faucet.

2. Remove cartridge and inspect o-rings to make sure they
are in place and clean.

3. Install cartridge and turn on water supply, if it still leaks,
contact Technical Support at 800.279.9404. Turn off
icemaker if filtered water goes to icemaker.

...From fittings

1. Relieve pressure by turning off water supply to the filter
opening until water and airflow stops.

2. For copper or plastic tubing, loosen the compression nut
and pull the tubing from the brass fitting.

3. Inspect to see if the ferrule and insert (plastic only) are
properly installed on the tubing.

4. If so, reconnect tubing finger-tight, then tighten nut about
1 to 1-1⁄2 turn(s) with a wrench.

5. Install cartridge and turn on water supply, if it still leaks,
contact Technical Support at 800.279.9404. Turn off
icemaker if filtered water goes to icemaker.

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MAINTENANCE

a

c

d

Contact your local water treatment professional for
replacement cartridge pricing or call Customer Service at

800.279.9404 for a dealer near you.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

Part No. Model No. Description Replacement for

144842 QCH Head Assembly

257438 QCH-1/4PF

257439 QCH-3/8PF

144846

244430 QC-PF Push Fit Hardware Kit John Guest Push Fit

Head & Bracket

Assembly

Head & Bracket

Assembly

1/4-inch MT Hardware

Kit

1/4-inch Male

Threaded Ports

1/4-inch John Guest

Push Fit

3/8-inch John Guest

Push Fit

1/4-inch Male

Threaded Ports

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PERFORMANCE DATA

WARNING:

WARNING:

Important Notice: Read this performance data and compare
the capabilities of these systems with your actual water
treatment needs. It is recommended that, before installing a
water treatment system, you have your water supply tested to
determine your actual water treatment needs.

This system has been tested according to NSF/ANSI 42 and
53 for the reduction of the substances listed below. The
concentration of the indicated substances in water entering
the system was reduced to a concentration less than or
equal to the permissible limit for water leaving the system as
specified in NSF/ANSI 42 and 53.

Do not use with water that is microbiologically

unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate
disinfection before or after the system.

QC10CBR WITH QC10CBRR CARTRIDGE

Substance

Standard 42—Aesthetic Effects

Chlorine 2.0 mg/L ± 10% ≥ 50% 97.5%

Particulate,
Class I
Particles*

0.5 - 1 µm

Standard 53—Health Effects

Cyst** Minimum 50,000/L 99.95% 99.99%

Turbidity 11 mg/L ± 1 NTU 0.5 NTU 99.1%

Lead (pH

6.5)
Lead (pH

8.5)

Atrazine 0.009 mg/L ± 10% 0.003 mg/L 92.0%

Lindane 0.002 mg/L ± 10% 0.0002 mg/L 99.1%

Flow Rate = 0.5 gpm (1.9 L/min)

Capacity = 500 gallons (1,890 L) or 6 months

* Reduces particles as small as 0.5-1 micron in size by mechanical means.

**NSF/ANSI Standard 53 certified to reduce cysts such as Cryptosporidium and Giardia by

mechanical means.

Influent Challenge

Concentration

at least

10,000

particles/mL

0.15 mg/L ± 10% 0.010 mg/L 99.3%

0.15 mg/L ± 10% 0.010 mg/L 97.9%

Max. Permissible Product

Water Concentration

Reduction

Requirements

Minimum
Reduction

≥ 85% 99.7%

Average

Reduction

QC10TSGAC WITH QC10TSGACR
CARTRIDGE

Substance

Standard 42—Aesthetic Effects

Chlorine 2.0 mg/L ± 10% ≥ 50% 89.5% 96.5%

Flow Rate = 0.75 gpm (2.8 L/min)

Capacity = 1,700 gallons (6,435 L) or 9 months

Testing was performed under standard laboratory conditions; actual performance may vary.

Influent Challenge

Concentration

Test Conditions:

Flow Rate = 0.5 gpm (QC10-CBR & QC10-EP)

Inlet Pressure = 60 psi (4.1 bar)

pH = 7.5 ± 1

Temperature = 68˚F ± 5˚F (20˚C ± 2.5˚C)

Operating Requirements:

Pressure = 30-125 psi (2.1-8.62 bar)

Temperature = 40˚-100˚F (4.4˚-37.8˚C)

Turbidity = 5 NTU Max

California Residents - Proposition 65

This product contains chemicals known to the

Max. Permissible Product

Water Concentration

Reduction

Requirements

Minimum
Reduction

Average

Reduction

= 0.75 gpm (QC-GAC, QC10-TSGAC)

State of California to cause cancer or birth
defects or other reproductive harm.

QC10GAC WITH QC10GACR CARTRIDGE

Substance

Standard 42—Aesthetic Effects

Chlorine 2.0 mg/L ± 10% ≥ 50% 84.2%

Flow Rate = 0.75 gpm (2.8 L/min)

Capacity = 2,500 gallons (9,460 L) or 9 months

Influent Challenge

Concentration

Max. Permissible Product

Water Concentration

Reduction

Requirements

Minimum
Reduction

Average

Reduction

QC10EP WITH QC10EPR CARTRIDGE

Substance

Standard 42—Aesthetic Effects

Chlorine 2.0 mg/L ± 10% ≥ 50% 93.5%

Flow Rate = 0.5 gpm (1.9L/min)

Capacity = 1,500 gallons (5,670 L) or 9 months
Testing was performed under standard laboratory conditions; actual performance may vary.

Influent Challenge

Concentration

Max. Permissible Product

Water Concentration

Reduction

Requirements

Minimum
Reduction

Average

Reduction

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