Stream Flow Plus FP1 User Manual

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Stream Flow Plus (FP1)

User’s Manual

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Stream Drinking Water Systems

Table of Contents

General Information ..................................... 3

A. Operation & Maintenance Speciﬁcations

B. Installation Overview & Parts

Preparing the Housing ................................. 5

A. Filter Cartridge Installation

Below the Sink Installation ........................ 6

A. Required Tool List B. Attaching the Adapters to the Housing C. Housing Assembly

Installing the Faucet ..................................... 8

A. Drill the Hole or Use Existing Hole B. Mounting the Faucet

Connect to Plumbing ................................. 10

Start-up and Use ......................................... 14

A. Filter Life

Performance Data Sheets ......................... 16

A. Aesthetic Effects B. Operational Speciﬁcations C. California Certiﬁcation

Connecting the

Drinking Water System .............................. 12

A. Adapter Connection B. Tubing Connection C. Ice Maker Connection D. Placing Stream Flow Plus Under the Sink

Troubleshooting & FAQs .......................... 20

A. Troubleshooting & FAQs B. Maintenance Problems

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Performance Certiﬁcation ......................... 15

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Thank you for choosing a Stream ﬁltration system. It is our commitment to provide our valued customers the very best in water quality and we look forward to serving you for many years. Here’s how to connect Stream and begin enjoying quality water for less.

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Stream Laboratories, Inc.

2520 Shell Road Ste B Georgetown, TX 78628 Phone: (888)-615-5733

StreamFilters.com

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General Information

Model Number:

Replacement Filter Type:

Approximate Filter Capacity:

Approximate Flow Rate at 60 psi:

Housing Composition: Rubber Items:

Inlet:

Outlet:

Maximum Working Pressure: Minimum Working Pressure: Maximum Operating Temperature: Minimum Operating Temperature:

Particle Retention Size:

Certiﬁed by:

Stream Flow Plus (FP1)

Stream Flow Plus Cartridge Part (FC1)

750 gallons

0.75 gpm

Stainless Steel Nitrile

1/4” NPTF x 1/4” tube

100 psi / 8.8 kg/cm

30 psi / 2.1 kg/cm

100˚F / 38˚C for cold water use only 32˚F / 0˚C for cold water use only

sub micron (0.5 micron)

NSF International , CA Dept. of Public Health : Cert: #13-2190

1. The Stream Flow Plus Drinking Water System is installed below the sink and connects to a separate faucet included in the installation materials.

2. Replacement ﬁlters can be purchased at StreamFilters.com. Filter life will vary in proportion to the amount of water used and the level of impurities in the water being processed. Replace the ﬁlter cartridge when the ﬁrst of the following occurs: (a) annually; (b) when the system’s rated capacity is reached; (c) the ﬂow rate diminishes; or (d) the ﬁlter becomes saturated with bad tastes and odors. The rated capacity of the ﬁlter cartridges is shown above.

3. This system is not intended to be used where the water is microbiologically unsafe or with water of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the unit. Systems certiﬁed for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected waters that may contain ﬁlterable cysts.

4. Do not allow water to freeze in the unit. If unit is exposed to freezing temperatures, drain water from unit and remove ﬁlter.

5. Do not allow water to sit in unit for extended periods of time (10 or more days) without being used. If unit is to be left unused for more than 10 days, drain all water from the system and remove the ﬁlter. Upon your return, reconnect the ﬁlter in the housing and continue use. In the event water does sit in the unit for 10 or more days, the system should be ﬂushed by allowing water to ﬂow to waste for about 3 minutes; then continue use as normal.

6. To dispose of the used ﬁlter, remove it from the housing and place the old ﬁlter in your normal refuse.

Notes

A. Operation & Maintenance Speciﬁcations

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Faucet Assembly (with blue tubing attached*)

Wing Nut

Blue Tubing (connects outlet adapter to plumbing)

Clear Tubing (connects inlet adapter to plumbing)

Inlet and Outlet Adapters

Housing Top

Black Rubber Cushion (inside housing top)

Carbon Block Filter

V-band Knob

V-band

O-ring

Wall Bracket

Housing Bottom

Acrylic Sleeve

Stream Drinking Water Systems have been tested and certiﬁed, so you know that they will perform at the highest level possible. Please read this manual before installing your Stream Flow Plus System, as installation, operation, and maintenance will aid in your System’s performance. Not following these instructions carefully could lead to product failure or possible damage.

If you need help or assistance, contact us at StreamFilters.com or (888) 615-5733.

*Faucet is not included as part of the NSF Unit Certiﬁcation

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B. Installation Overview & Parts

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Preparing the Housing

Please prepare the housing as outlined in this section before moving on to Section 3. Be sure to gather all all recommended tools for the Stream Flow Plus below the sink installation before you begin.

Preparing the Housing

A. Filter Cartridge Installation

Turn to connect

Bottom

V-band

To p

The ﬁlter cartridge is shipped outside of the unit housing (in most cases) to protect your ﬁlter and drinking water system from damage during shipping. Be sure to insert the ﬁlter cartridge into the drinking water system housing before proceeding with the installation.

First, remove the plastic wrapper and instruction wrap from around the ﬁlter.

1. With the housing positioned upright, open the unit by unscrewing the black knob on the locking v-band. Spread it apart and remove the v-band.

2. Separate the unit, leaving the black rubber o-ring in place on the housing.

3. . Screw the new ﬁlter (cartridge) in the housing top, turning it until ﬁrm. Filter needs to make 4-5 complete revolutions in order to ensure a ﬁrm seal. Be sure that the ﬁlter has been screwed in straight. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.

4. Reconnect the housing top with bottom and replace locking v-band; replace black knob and turn until tight. Be sure that the locking v-band is fastened tightly by:

a. Checking the v-band to conﬁrm that it is secured evenly around the housing top and bottom.

b. Hand-tightening the black knob on the v-band until it is as tight as possible.

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6 Below the Sink Installation

Below the Sink Installation

A. Required Tool List

The following tools are required to install Stream Flow Plus Drinking Water System below the sink:

Installation of Faucet/Spigot (Ceramic/Porcelain Sink):

• 3/8” Reversible electric drill

• 7/16” High speed steel drill bit

• Hammer

• Center punch

• 8” Adjustable wrench

• Pliers or vise grips

Adapt-a-Valve Installation:

• 8” Adjustable wrench

• Wire cutter or knife

B. Attaching the Adapters to the Housing

Stream Flow Plus models are shipped with all of the adapters and connectors needed for the ﬁlter system. Here is how to connect them to the housing top:

To Connect Straight Adapters:

1. Connect the 1/4” outlet adapter to the outlet opening on the housing by turning it clockwise. You can tighten it by hand and then give it one to two more turns with a wrench.

2. Connect the 1/4” inlet adapter to the inlet opening on the housing by turning it clockwise. Again, tighten it by hand and then with a wrench.

Installation of Faucet/Spigot (Stainless Steel Sink):

• 3/8” Reversible electric drill

• 7/16” High speed steel drill bit

• Hammer

• Center punch

• 8” Adjustable wrench

• Pliers or vise grips

• 1/8” High speed drill bit

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7Below the Sink Installation

C. Housing Assembly

Housing Top

Inlet Connector

Rubber Cushion

V-Band

Filter

O-Ring

Wall Bracket

Housing Bottom

Acrylic Sleeve

Outlet Connector

Below Sink Installation Includes:

Adapt-a-Valve Assembly:

a b

a. Stainless Steel

Faucet with blue tubing attached

b. 1/4” Inlet and

Outlet Connector

a b

a. Adapt-a-Valve

b. Threading

Adapter

*Faucet is not included as part of the NSF Unit Certiﬁcation

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8 Installing the Faucet

Installing the Faucet

A. Drill the Hole or Use Existing Hole

1. Choose and then mark the spot you’d like to mount the faucet on your sink top.

a. Make sure there aren’t any reinforcing ribs under the spot you’ve selected.

b. If you have an extra hole in your sink for a spray hose, you can disconnect that hose and use its hole for your drinking water faucet.

2. Make an indentation with the center punch by tapping gently with the hammer on the ceramic/porcelain where the hole will be drilled.

3. Use the 1/2” carbide tipped masonry drill bit to grind the porcelain down to the metal so that you won’t damage the porcelain when drilling.

4. Carefully use the 7/16” high speed steel drill bit to completely drill a hole through the metal sink. Make sure you don’t let the drill bit “grab” the porcelain.

Porcelain or Ceramic Surface

Here you can simply follow the same ﬁrst two steps listed above, then:

1. Use the 1/8” high speed steel drill bit to drill a pilot hole.

2. Use the 7/16” high speed steel drill bit to completely drill a hole

through the stainless steel sink.

Stainless Steel or Metal Surface

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9Installing the Faucet

B. Mounting the Faucet

1. Make sure the blue tubing is attached to the faucet.

2. From the sink/counter top, place the following over the faucet hole:

a. The larger soft black rubber washer b. The cover plate

c. The smaller soft black rubber washer d. The faucet with blue tubing attached

3. From under the sink, slide over the blue tubing:

a. The hard black plastic washer (with the small side up) b. The lock washer c. The wing nut

4. Hand tighten the wing nut to secure the faucet. Using vice grips, secure the wing nut and faucet below the sink.

Small Black Washer

Large Black Washer

Plastic Washer

Lock Washer

Wing Nut

Cover Plate

Blue Tubing

Counter top

*Faucet is not included as part of the NSF Unit Certiﬁcation

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Water supply line before installation

10 Connect to Plumbing

Connect to Plumbing

The Adapt-a-Valve assembly includes an Adapt-a-Valve and adapter.

NOTE: When attaching the Adapt-a-Valve to straight pipe threads, use Teﬂon tape on the threads. Wrap the tape around the pipe only once.

Water supply line with Adapt-a-Valve in 3/8” conﬁguration

Before

After

Choose the conﬁguration (3/8” or 1/2”) that ﬁts your plumbing.

Included

A. Use the 3/8” conﬁguration on a water supply line with a 3/8” slip joint.

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Water supply line with Adapt-a-Valve in 1/2” conﬁguration

11Connect to Plumbing

B. Use the 1/2” conﬁguration if you have a water supply line that either does not have a slip joint nut, or has a 1/2” slip joint nut at the angle stop valve.

1. Turn the angle stop valve completely off to turn off the cold water supply.

2. Turn the slip joint nut counter clockwise with an 8” adjustable wrench to disconnect the cold water supply

line. This will either be located at the angle stop valve or at your faucet pipe, depending on your plumbing.

3. With your wrench, connect the Adapta-a-Valve to the pipe where you removed the slip joint nut. Make sure the rubber washer is in place, and then turn it clockwise until it is tight, but not over-tight!

4. Connect the plumbing/supply line to the Adapta-a-Valve with the slip joint nut. If necessary, you can trim the supply line before connecting to make sure the supply line doesn’t block the shut-off valve on the side.

5. Connect your 1/4” clear plastic tubing to the Adapta-a-Valve by inserting the tubing as far as it will go, through the same small hole in the adapter that you attached to the shut-off valve.

a. Cut (square cut) the tip ends off the tubing using a sharp knife. Do not use scissors.

b. Push the tubing through the small hole in the valve until you feel resistance—at this point,

the tubing is still not fully inserted, so you’ll need to push ﬁrmly until the tubing is inserted as far as it will go. Ultimately, the 1/4” clear tubing should be inserted about 5/8”.

6. Make sure that the unit shut-off valve, attached to the Adapta-a-Valve, is off by turning the handle clockwise until it stops.

Install on the cold water line only:

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Connect The Drinking Water System

Now that you have installed the ﬁlter, adapters, and faucet and connected the device to the plumbing you are ready to complete the installation of your Stream Flow Plus Drinking Water System.

A. Adapter Connection

If you have not already installed the adapters, see Section 3B on page 6.

B. Tubing Connection

Be sure to provide sufﬁcient tubing for conveniently changing the ﬁlter when it is time to replace it.

1. Using wire cutters or a knife, cut the tips off of both the blue tube connected to the faucet and the clear tube you previously connected to the plumbing.

2. Insert the clear 1/4” plumbing tubing into the small hole in the inlet connector as far as it will go. Ultimately this 1/4” tubing should be inserted about 5/8”. Then pull to make sure that the tubing is secure.

Disconnecting the tubing: If you ever need to disconnect the tubing for maintenance, you should ﬁrst make sure that the system is depressurized. Push the collar against the face of the ﬁtting; then you can remove the tubing.

C. Ice Maker Connection

Not only can you use your Stream Flow Plus Drinking Water System for quality water at the sink, but you can also connect that same unit to your refrigerator for quality ice. Here’s how:

1. Determine whether or not you have access to your refrigerator from your sink.

2. Cut 3” from the end of the blue faucet tubing.

3. Insert the tubing still connected to the faucet into the top of the

ice maker tee. Make sure you insert the tubing all the way—even past the point of resistance, and then pull to make sure it is secure. (Ultimately it should be inserted about 5/8”.)

4. Insert one end of the loose blue tubing into the bottom port of the icemaker tee. Again, make sure you insert the tubing all the way— even past the point of resistance, and then pull to make sure it is secure. (Ultimately it should be inserted about 5/8”.)

5. Connect the other end of the blue tubing to the outlet connector.

6. Connect a separate 1/4” poly tube (available through your dealer or a

plumbing supplier) to the side port of the tee. Make sure you have enough tubing to reach your refrigerator and service unit.

Connecting to Your Unit:

12 Connect The Drinking Water System

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13Connect The Drinking Water System

D. Placing Stream Flow Plus Under the Sink

You can either set your Stream Flow Plus System on the cabinet ﬂoor or mount the unit on the cabinet wall with the bracket included in your kit. If you do mount the unit on the cabinet wall, make sure it can support the unit’s weight (about 7.5 with a dry ﬁlter and even more with a wet ﬁlter!).

Either way, be sure to provide enough tubing to conveniently change the ﬁlter when you need to.

1. Make sure you’ll have enough room to remove the stainless steel housing from the bracket to change the ﬁlter in the future, before beginning installation.

2. Position the bracket so that you will be able to get to it when needed. Hold the bracket in place and then fasten it there with only the top screws. (Don’t fasten the screws tight against the bracket—leave enough space to hang and later remove the bracket from the screws.)

3. Remove the bracket from the screws by lifting it straight up.

4. To install the bracket bands with worm screws, ﬁrst unscrew

the worm clamp by turning the screw with a slotted screwdriver counter clockwise until it is fully open.

5. Thread each band through the two slots on the bracket (there will be one for the top and one for the bottom slot).

6. Install the bands around the housing top, above the v-band. Position the slotted end of the band at the mouth of the worm clamp opening. Then turn the screw of the worm clamp clockwise; as you turn the screw, the band will close around the housing top until it is secured tightly. Repeat for the second band.

7. Attach the bracket and unit to the wall by “hanging” the bracket on the two screws you installed (Step 2).

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Start-up and Use

1. Dry off all the plumbing connections and the drinking water unit.

2. Make sure all of the connections are tight, but not over tight.

3. Turn on the shut-off valve under your sink where water enters your residence.

4. Turn the handle on the shut-off valve that you’ve installed (see Section 5) to turn on the water

to your Drinking Water System.

5. Turn the operating lever to open the drinking water faucet.

6. Let the water run through the unit and faucet for about 10 minutes so that all air can escape.

7. Adjust the handle on the shut-off valve so that the water ﬂow will be minimal (To be precise,

it should not exceed 1.0 gpm. It takes about 15 seconds to ﬁll a quart at 1.0 gallon per minute.)

8. Close the drinking water faucet and check for leaks.

a. Check the v-band to conﬁrm that it is secured evenly around the housing top and bottom.

b. Hand-tighten the black knob on the v-band until it is as tight as possible.

9. Let the water run through the unit for about 30 minutes to ﬂush any loose carbon ﬁnes.

10. Shut off the water and check for leaks.

The Stream Flow Plus Drinking Water System is now ready for use. You can enjoy having great tasting, high quality water for drinking, cooking, beverages, food preparation, and more.

A. Filter Life

Filter life will vary depending on the amount of water used and the amount of impurities being processed in your water. If your Stream Flow Plus clogs, it may be because it is protecting you from the contaminants and physical matter in your drinking water. If this happens, see Section I.A Operation and Maintenance Speciﬁcations.

For the best performance possible and to maintain your warranty, you should replace your ﬁlter when the ﬁrst of the following occurs: (a) annually; (b) when you’ve reached the unit’s rated capacity; (c) the ﬂow rate slows or lessens; or (d) the ﬁlter starts to taste or smell bad.

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Performance Certiﬁcation

15Performance Certiﬁcation

Stream Drinking Water Systems Product Performance Tested and Certiﬁed

Volatile Organic Chemicals (VOC) include:

Disinfection By-Products

• chloropicrin

• haloacetonitriles (HAN):

- bromochloroacetonitrile

- dibromoacetonitrile

- dichloroacetonitrile

- trichloroacetonitrile

• haloketones (HK):

- 1,1-dichloro-2-Propanone

- 1,1-trichloro-2-Propanone

• trihalomethanes (THMs; TTHMs):

- bromodichloromethane

- bromoform

- chloroform

- dibromochloromethane

• tribromoacetic acid

Pesticides

• carbofuran

• dibromochloropropane (DBCP)

• o-dichlorobenzene

• p-dichlorobenzene

• endrin

• ethylene dibromide (EDB)

• heptachlor

• heptachlor epoxide

• lindane

• methoxychlor

Chemicals

• benzene

• carbon tetrachloride

• chlorobenzene

• 1,2-dichloroethane

• 1,1-dichloroethylene

• cis-1,2-dichloroethylene

• 1,2-dichloropropane

• cis-1,3-dichloropropylene

• ethylbenzene

• hexachlorobutadiene

• hexachlorocyclopentadiene

• simazine

• styrene

• 1,1,2,2-tetrachloroethane

• tetrachloroethylene

• toluene

• trans-1,2-dichloroethylene

• 1,2,4-trichlorobenzene

• 1,1,1-trichloroethane

• 1,1,2-trichloroethane

• trichloroethylene

• xylenes (total)

Herbicides

• alachlor

• atrazine

• 2,4-D

• dinoseb

• pentachlorophenol

• 2,4,5-TP (silvex)

MODEL - FP1

Standard 42, Aesthetic Effects

• Chloramine

• Chlorine taste and odor

• Nominal Particulate Reduction, Class I

Standard 53, Health Effects

• Asbestos

• Chlordane

• Cyst

• Lead

• Mercury

• MTBE

• PCB

• Toxaphene

• Turbidity

• VOC (listed below)

Stream Drinking Water System Tested and Certiﬁed by NSF International to NSF/ANSI Standards 42 and 53 for the reduction of claims speciﬁed below.

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Performance Data Sheets

16 Performance Data Sheets

MODEL - FP1

Stream Drinking Water Systems have been tested according to NSF/ANSI Standard No. 53 for 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 53 Health Effects.

ALACHLOR*

ASBESTOS*

BROMODICHLOROMETHANE (TTHM)*

BROMOFORM (TTHM)*

CARBOFURAN (Furadan)*

ATRAZINE* BENZENE*

CHLOROFORM (TTHM)* (surrogate chemical)

Cryptosporidium (CYST)

CARBON TETRACHLORIDE* CHLORDANE CHLOROBENZENE (Monochlorobenzene) CHLOROPICRIN*

CYST (Giardia; Cryptospordium; Entamoeba; Toxoplasma)

2, 4-D*

>98%

>99%

>99.8%

>99%

>97% >99%

>99.8%

99.95%

98% >99.4% >99% 99%

99.95%

98%

DBCP (see Dibromochloropropane)*

1, 2-DCA (see 1, 2-DICHLOROETHANE)*

DIBROMOCHLOROPROPANE (DBCP)*

o-DICHLOROBENZENE (1, 2 Dichlorobenzene)*

p-DICHLOROBENZENE (para-Dichlorobenzene)*

1, 1-DCE (see 1, 1-DICHLOROETHYLENE)* DIBROMOCHLOROMETHANE (TTHM;

Chlorodibromomrthane)*

1, 2-DICHLOROPROPANE (Propylene Dichloride)*

CIS-1, 3-DICHLOROPROPYLENE*

1, 2-DICHLOROETHANE (1, 2-DCA)* 1, 1-DICHLOROETHYLENE (1, 2-DCE)* CIS-1, 2-DICHLOROETHYLENE* TRANS-1, 2-DICHLOROETHYLENE*

DINOSEB*

EDB (see ETHYLENE DIBROMIDE)*

>99%

95%

>99%

>98%

>99% >99.8%

>99%

95% >99% >99% >99%

99%

>99%

ETHYLBENZENE*

ETHYLENE DIBROMIDE (EDB)*

ENDRIN* Entamoeba (see CYSTS)

Furadan (see CARBOFURAN)*

Giardia Lamblia (see CYST)

99%

99.95%

>99% >99%

>99%

>99.95%

0.05

to 108 ﬁbers/L

0.3

0.19

0.1

0.081

0..300 +/- .30

minimum 50,000/ml

0.078

0.04 +/- 10%

0.077

0.015

minimum 50,000/ml

0.110

0.052

0.088

0.052

0.08

0.04

0.083

0.300

0.08

0.079

0.088

0.083

0.17

0.086

0.17

0.044

0.053 minimum 50,000/ml

0.088

0.044

0.19

minimum 50,000/ml

** Percent reduction reﬂects actual performance of Stream product as speciﬁcally tested (at 200% of capacity). Percent reduction shown for VOCs* reﬂects the allowable claims for volatile organic chemicals/compounds as per tables. Chloroform was used as a surrogate for VOC reduction claims; the Stream Systems actual reduction rate of chloroform was >99.8% as tested.

Substance

Percent Reduction

Inﬂuence Challenge Concentration

Maximum permissible product water concentration

0.001

99%

reduction requirement

0.015

0.001

0.003

0.001

0.015

99.95%

0.0018

0.002

0.001

0.0002

99.95%

0.0017

0.00002

0.0048

0.00002

0.001

0.015

0.001

0.0048

0.001

0.0005

0.001

0.0002

0.00002

0.00059

99.95%

0.001

0.00002

0.001

99.95%

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Note: This addresses the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) Primary and Secondary Drinking Water Regulations in effect at its time of publication, as they relate to Stream’s performance in conformance to the industry performance criteria. These regulations are continually being updated at the Federal level. Accordingly, this list of MCLs will be reviewed and amended when appropriate.

HALOACETONITRILES (HAN)*:

BROMOCHLOROACETONITRILE

TRICHLOROACETONITRILE

HALOKETONES (HK)*:

1, 1-DICHLORO-2-PROPANONE

DIBROMOACETONITRILE DICHLOROACETONITRILE

HEXACHLOROCYCLOPENTADIENE*

LEAD (pH 6.5)

1, 1, 1-TRICHLORO-2-PROPANONE HEPTACHLOR* HEPTACHLOREPOXIDE* HEXACHLOROBUTADIENE (Perchlorobutadiene)*

LEAD (pH 8.5) LINDANE*

98%

99%

98% 98%

>99%

>99.3%

96% >99% 98% >98%

>99.3%

>99%

MERCURY (pH 6.5)

MERCURY (pH 8.5)

Monochlorobenzene (see CHLOROBENZENE)*

MTBE (methyl tert-butyl ether)

POLYCHLORINATED BIPHENYLS (PCB, Aroclor 1260)

METHOXYCHLOR*

Methylbenzene (see TOLUENE)*

SIMAZINE*

Silvex (see 2, 4, 5-TP)*

PCE (see TETRACHLOROETHYLENE)*

PENTACHLOROPHENOL*

Perchlorobutadiene (see HEXACHLOROBUTADIENE)* Propylene Dichloride (see 1, 2-DICHLOROPROPANE)*

STYRENE (Vinylbenzene)*

1, 1, 1-TCA (see 1, 1, 1-TRICHLOROETHANE)*

96.6%

96.8%

>99%

96.6%

97.2%

>99% >99%

>97%

99%

>99% >99% >98% >99%

>99%

95%

TETRACHLOROETHYLENE* TOLUENE (Methylbenzene)*

TCE (see TRICHLOROETHYLENE)*

1, 1, 2, 2-TETRACHLOROETHANE*

TOXAPHENE

Toxoplasma (see CYSTS)

>99% >99%

>99%

>92.9%

99.95%

0.022

0.015

0.0072

0.024

0.0096

0.060

0.15 +/- 10%

0.0082

0.025

0.0107

0.044

0.15 +/- 10%

0.055

0.006 +/- 10%

0.077

0.015 +/- 20%

0.01 +/- 10%

0.050

0.078

0.120

0.270

0.081

0.096

0.044

0.080

0.15

0.084

0.180

0.081

0.078

0.015 +/- 10%

minimum 50,000/ml

0.0005

0.0003

0.0001

0.0006

0.0002

0.000002

0.010

0.0003

0.00001

0.0002

0.001

0.010

0.00001

0.002

0.001

0.005

0.0005

0.0001

0.001

0.004

0.0016

0.001

0.0005

0.0046

0.0010

0.001

0.003

99.95%

TRIBROMOACETIC ACID*

1, 2, 4 TRICHLOROBENZENE*

2, 4, 5-TP (Silvex)*

1, 1, 1-TRICHLOROETHANE (1 ,1, 1-TCA)*

1, 1, 2-TRICHLOROETHANE*

>99%

99%

95%

>99%

TURBIDITY

Unsym-Trichlorobenzene*

TRICHLOROETHYLENE (TCE)* TRIHALOMETHANES (TTHM) (Chloroform; bromoform;

bromodichloromethane; dibromochloromethane)

Vinylbenzene (see STYRENE)* XYLENES (TOTAL)*

>99%

>99.8%

98.8%

>99%

0.042

0.160

0.270

0.084

0.150

0.180

0.300 +/- .30

11 +/- 1 NTU

0.160

0.150

0.070

0.001

0.0005

0.0016

0.0046

0.0005

0.0010

0.015

0.5 NTU

0.0005

0.001

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A. NSF/ANSI 42 - AESTHETIC EFFECTS

CHLORAMINE as Aesthetic Effect (As Monochloramine)

CHLORINE as Aesthetic Effect

PARTICULATE, (Normal Particulate Reduction, Class I,

Particles 0.5 TO <1 UM

>97%

Class I >99%

3.0 mg/L +/- 10%

2.0 mg/L +/- 10%

At Least 10,000 particles/mL

0.5 mg/L

> or = 75%*

> or = 85%*

1. Stream Drinking Water Systems have been certiﬁed by NSF International for compliance to NSF/ANSI Standard Nos. 42 and 53. Stream Drinking Water Systems have been certiﬁed by the State of California Department of Public Health for the reduction of speciﬁc contaminants listed herein.

2. Chloroform was used as a substitute for claims of reduction of VOCs, where the Stream System’s actual reduction rate of chloroform was greater than 99.8% when tested at 200% capacity.

3. 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.

4. Stream’s housing is warranted for a lifetime (with annual cleaning); all exterior hoses and attachments to

the System are warranted for one year. Please see the owner’s manual for complete product guarantee and warranty information.

5. Please see the Owner’s Manual for installation and operating procedures.

6. In compliance with New York law, New York residents should have their water supply tested to determine

their actual water treatment needs before purchasing a water treatment system. Please compare the capabilities of the Stream unit with your actual water treatment needs.

7. While testing was performed under standard laboratory conditions, actual performance may vary.

8. The list of substances that this device reduces does not necessarily mean that they are present in

your tap water.

B. Operational Speciﬁcations

Model Number: Stream Flow Plus (FP1)

Approximate Filter Capacity:

Minimum Working Pressure:

Maximum Operating Temperature:

Minimum Operating Temperature:

Approximate Flow Rate at 60 psi: Maximum Working Pressure:

750 gallons

30 psi / 2.1 kg/cm

100˚F / 38˚C for cold water use only

32˚F / 0˚C for cold water use only

0.75 gpm 100 psi / 8.8 kg/cm

Replacement Filter Type: Stream Flow Cartridge (FC1)

The system has been tested according to NSF/ANSI 42 for 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.

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C. California Certiﬁcation Department of Public Health

State of California Department of Public Health

Water Treatment Device

Certificate Number

13-2190

Date Issued: October 3, 2013

Trademark/Model Designation Replacement Elements

Stream Flow FL FC1 Stream Flow Plus FPL FC1

Manufacturer: Stream Laboratories, Inc.

The water treatment device(s) listed on this certificate have met the testing requirements pursuant to Section 116830 of the Health and Safety Code for the following health related contaminants:

Microbiological Contaminants and Turbidity Inorganic/Radiological Contaminants

Organic Contaminants

Rated Service Capacity: 750 gallons Rated Service Flow: 0.75 gpm

Conditions of Certification Do not use where water is microbiologically unsafe or with water of unknown quality, except that systems for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected waters that contain filterable cysts.

Alachlor

Atrazine Benzene Carbofuran Carbon Tetrachloride Chlorobenzene Chloropicrin 2,4-D DBCP o-Dichlorobenzene p-Dichlorobenzene 1,2-Dichloroethane 1,1-Dichloroethylene cis-1,2-Dichloroethylene trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene 1,2-Dichloropropane cis-1,3-Dichloropropylene Dinoseb

Endrin

Lindane Ethylbenzene EDB Haloacetonitriles Bromochloroacetonitrile Dichloroacetonitrile

Dibromoacetonitrile Trichloroacetonitrile Haloketones (HK) 1,1-Dichloro-2-Propanone 1,1,1-Trichloro-2-Propanone Heptachlor Heptachlor Epox ide Hexachlorobutadiene Hexachlorocyclopentadiene Lindane Methoxychlor MTBE Pentachlorophe nol

PCB

Simazine Styrene 1,1,2,2-Tetrachlorethane Tetrachloroethylene Toluene Toxaphene 2,4,5-TP (Silvex) Tribromoacetic Acid 1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene 1,1,1-Trichloroethane 1,1,2-Trichloroethane Trichloroethylene Trihalomethanes (THM’s) Bromodochloro methane Bromoform Chloroform Chlorodibromomethane Xylenes

Cysts

Turbidity

Asbestos Lead Mercury

California Department of Public Health Certiﬁcation Number #13-2190. For conditions of use, health claims certiﬁed by the CA Department of Public Health, and replacement parts, see Product Data Sheet / Owner’s Manual.

Stream Laboratories, Inc.

2520 Shell Road Ste B Georgetown, TX 78628 Phone: (888)-615-5733

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Troubleshooting & FAQs

Why does the Stream System reduce volatile organic compounds, but not natural minerals?

You should replace your ﬁlter annually or when the capacity is reached, whichever occurs ﬁrst (for rated capacity see Section 1A).

When should I replace my ﬁlter cartridge? Filter life will vary depending on the

amount of water used and the amount of impurities in the water.

You can order replacement ﬁlters from your local water treatment dealer.

Where do I get a replacement ﬁlter? N/A

Will low pH or acidic water affect the Stream ﬁlter?

Mineral components expressed as acidity and alkalinity determines the pH. Neutrality is 7; below 7 is acidity; and above 7 is alkalinity.

No.Does de-ionized water or soft water af-

fect Stream water?

N/A

Yes, the below sink models can be connected to your sink, refrigerator, and/or any kind of water dispenser or ice maker.

Can the Stream Flow Plus System be connected to an automatic ice maker?

To connect a single Drinking Water System to both your sink and refrigerator, request an “ice maker tee” from your dealer.

Question Answer

Comments

Yes, you can hand pump or siphon water through the Stream System during an emergency. But remember, the Stream System isn’t meant to be used where the water is microbiologically unsafe or with water of unknown quality.

Can the Stream Flow Plus System be used during an emergency or when the water is turned off?

If your water source might be contaminated, it should be disinfected before use. Add 1/4 tsp of household bleach per gallon of water; the Stream System will remove this solution from the water. Hand pump kits are available from Stream.

When water is frozen, the natural minerals solidify and they can appear as white ﬂakes or specks when the ice melts.

What causes “white” particles to appear in Stream water when it is frozen or boiled?

Natural minerals are good for you in normal quantities, and so when you see them in your drinking water, don’t be alarmed.

Minerals are totally dissolved in the solution and do not have an actual physical size, and so the minerals pass through the ﬁlter unchanged.

The materials used in Stream Drinking Water Systems are specially designed to react with chemicals in the water, but not with natural minerals that are actually good for you.

If you are in an area with excessive sedimentation in the water, pre-ﬁltering can help extend the life and efﬁciency of your Stream cartridge, but in most areas this is not necessary.

Should I remove sediment with a standard ﬁlter before using Stream?

The Stream System contains a triple ﬁlter. The outside material is a pre-ﬁlter that helps protect the solid carbon block surface from clogging with large sediment.

Stream’s solid carbon block ﬁlters are compacted into a dense structure so that every molecule of water will be forced through tiny pores of carbon. This reduces a wide range of hazardous contaminants, as well as tastes and odors, not typically removed by loose granular systems.

Why is the compressed activated carbon block ﬁltration system more efﬁcient than loose granular systems?

The Water Quality Association reports that “an activated carbon ﬁlter can reduce organics and solid particles, as well as offensive tastes and odors. Only pre-coat and solid carbon block ﬁlters are designed to provide 0.5 micron mechanical ﬁltration with efﬁcient adsorption on very ﬁne sized activated carbon particles.”

A. Troubleshooting & FAQs

20 Troubleshooting & FAQs

Sec.

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Troubleshooting & FAQs

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Softeners are not used to treat drinking water; they are used only to change the water’s “hardness.” They put sodium into the water in exchange for magnesium or calcium ions. Stream Drinking Water Systems don’t remove dissolved minerals so the pH is not changed.

What is the difference between a “water softener” and the Stream Drinking Water System?

Soft water is good for bathing, laundering, and may extend the life of hot water heaters and boilers. However, soft water should not be used for watering plants or lawns. You should not use a water softener for drinking water.

If the water source is questionable, you should disinfect it before use. Just add 1/2 tsp of bleach per gallon of water; then the Stream System will remove this solution from the water. Ask your nearest public water utility for assistance or guidelines on the proper treatment of untreated water.

Can the Stream System be used on untreated water?

Stream Systems are designed to be used on treated water systems; they are not meant to be used where the water is unsafe or with water of unknown quality without ﬁrst disinfecting the water. However, systems certiﬁed for cyst reduction can be used on water that may contain ﬁlterable cysts.

Question Answer

Comments

Change your ﬁlter. What should I do if my water starts to

smell or taste bad?

The carbon block ﬁlter may adopt the tastes and odors that it is absorbing.

You should keep 2 ﬁlters on hand. When one begins to smell, remove it and let it dry upside down on a paper towel. Once the sulfur smell dissipates, you can reuse the ﬁlter. Rotating ﬁlter cartridges like this will also help extend the life of your ﬁlters.

What does it mean if my water starts to smell like rotten eggs?

This is typically a sign of hydrogen sulﬁde gas, which is not uncommon and can occur at any time.

Just reduce the water pressure at the feed water adapter below the sink.

What does it mean if there is a “milky” color in my water?

This milky color is actually just small bubbles, caused by a higher than normal water pressure ﬂowing through the system. This won’t affect the performance of the System.

You should replace your ﬁlters at least every twelve months, or when its capacity is reached, whichever comes ﬁrst. You can also try turning up the water pressure or turning off other faucets or sprinklers that may be on.

What do I do if the ﬂow rate is too slow? The ﬁlter is designed to slow and

restrict ﬂow when the ﬁlter is clogged with contaminants. When the ﬂow rate slows, it is time to change your ﬁlter.

Allow the water to run through the unit for about 30 minutes.

What should I do if my water is black? The black color is from carbon dust

and is nothing to worry about. Simply ﬂush the system.

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Flushing/Disinfecting the Unit Housing:

You should not let water sit for more than 10 days without being used. If you do, the System may need to be ﬂushed or disinfected before you start using it again.

1. Make sure the water to the unit is turned off.

2. Lessen the water pressure (if below sink unit) by opening the unit faucet.

3. Remove and throw out the used ﬁlter.

4. Rinse out the inside of the unit’s housing.

5. Add 5 to 7 drops of bleach, like Clorox™ or Purex™, to the bottom canister.

6. Reconnect the housing top and bottom without the replacement ﬁlter.

7. Turn on the water and let the unit housing ﬁll up with the water/bleach solution.

8. Let the unit soak for at least 30 minutes.

a. To disinfect the spout, remove it and put it in a container with 1 quart of water

and 5 drops of bleach. Allow this to soak for 30 minutes.

9. After the housing has soaked for 30 minutes, disassemble the top and bottom and pour out the water/bleach solution; then rinse out the inside of the housing.

10. Replace the ﬁlter (cartridge).

11. Once the new ﬁlter is installed, follow the instructions to reconnect and ﬂush your unit.

B. Maintenance Problems

22 Troubleshooting & FAQs

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Stream believes in improving your water and your life, which is why we’ve tailored our warranty for you— to make your life just a little bit easier.

Stream will repair or replace any System at absolutely no charge (baring the transportation to Stream headquarters) during the warranty period. On top of that, all exterior hoses and attachments to the System are warranted for defects in material and workmanship for one year, and your Drinking Water System Housing is warranted for a lifetime, while you’re changing the ﬁlter once a year. That’s a lifetime of clean water.

The Stream solid carbon block ﬁlters are warranted for defects in material and workmanship under normal care.

Unless it is expressly stated above, Stream Corporation makes no warranties, expressed or implied, arising by law or otherwise. This includes the implied warranties of merchantability and ﬁtness for a particular purpose, to any person. This limited warranty may not be changed or extended unless it is expressly executed by Stream Corporation. The repair or replacement as provided under this limited warranty is exclusive. In no event will Stream Corporation be liable for any consequential or incidental damages to any person, including in cases of manufacturer negligence. This includes, without limitation, damages of loss of use, cost of substitution, property damage, or other monetary loss.

The warranty is only valid if the Drinking Water System is operated within conditions listed herein.

Warranty

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Stream Laboratories, Inc.

2520 Shell Road Ste B Georgetown, TX 78628 Phone: (888)-615-5733

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