Whirlpool WHAROS5 Installation And Operation Manual
Model WHAROS5
How to install, operate
and maintain your
Reverse Osmosis
Water Filtration System
Do not return unit to store
If you have any questions or concerns when
installing, operating or maintaining your water
filtration system, call our toll free number:
1-866-986-3223
Monday- Friday, 7 AM - 6 PM CST or visit
whirlpoolwatersolutions.com
When you call, please be prepared to provide
the model number and date code of your
product, found on the rating decal on back.
System tested and certified by NSF International
against NSF/ANSI Standard 42 for the reduction
of chlorine taste and odor, and Standard 58
for the reduction of arsenic, barium, cadmium,
chromium (hexavalent), chromium (trivalent),
copper, cysts, lead, nitrate (as N), nitrite (as N),
radium 226/228, selenium, turbidity and TDS.
Manufactured and warranted by
Ecodyne Water Systems
1890 Woodlane Drive
Woodbury, MN 55125
Installation and Operation Manual
201-8402684 (Rev 02 3/18/16)
DO NOT RETURN
TO STORE
Need Help?
Call toll free at:
1-866-986-3223
7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. CST M-F
Assistance is available for:
= Missing or Broken Parts
Items will be shipped at no charge
= Installation
= Operation
= Maintenance
= Warranty
= Any other questions you may have
about your new system
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Things to remember!
=
It will take time before water is available at the
faucet. It may take 1-4 hours before maximum
possible flow is available from the faucet.
= Water pressure from the Reverse Osmosis faucet
will be less than your standard faucet due to the
high level of filtration performed by the system.
= The faucet can be mounted in an existing hole in
the sink (sprayer, soap dispenser etc.) or a new
hole can be drilled.
= Water will run to the drain while the Reverse
Osmosis system is producing purified water, even
if you are not drawing water from the faucet. You
may hear a small quantity of water going to the
drain whenever the system is producing purified
water. Water going to drain will automatically
shut off when the storage tank is full.
= This unit can be installed remotely (basement,
mechanical room) or under the sink.
Need Help?
Call toll free at:
1-866-986-3223
8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. CST M-F
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
Specifications & Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Performance Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8
Inspect Shipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Tools Needed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Plan Your Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Overview & Site Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Installation Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-20
Step A - Install Cold Water Supply Fitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Step B - Install Reverse Osmosis Drain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-14
Step C - Install Storage Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Step D - Install Reverse Osmosis Faucet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-16
Step E - Connect Tubes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17-18
Step F - Sanitize, Pressure Test & Purge System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19-20
How Your Reverse Osmosis System Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-21
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23-24
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Exploded View & Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26-27
WARRANTY
ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON REVERSE OSMOSIS WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM
(Except filter cartridges and R.O. membrane)
Warrantor: Ecodyne Water Systems, 1890 Woodlane Drive, Woodbury, MN 55125
Warrantor guarantees, to the original owner, that the Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration System, when installed and maintained in accordance with the instructions, will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1)
year from the date of purchase. If, within the first year, a part proves, after inspection, to be defective, Warrantor will, at its
sole option, either replace or repair the part without charge except normal shipping and installation charges. Labor to
maintain the equipment is not part of the warranty. Filters and membranes, which are expendable, are not covered by the
warranty.
TO OBTAIN WARRANTY PARTS, SIMPLY CALL 1-866-986-3223, Monday - Friday, 7 am - 6 pm CST, for assistance. This
warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States or Canada.
General Provisions
The above warranties are effective provided the Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration System is operated at water pressures
not exceeding 125 psi, and at water temperatures not exceeding 100°F; provided further that the Reverse Osmosis Water
Filtration System is not subject to abuse, misuse, alteration, neglect, freezing, accident or negligence; and provided further
that the Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration System is not damaged as the result of any unusual force of nature such as, but
not limited to, flood, hurricane, tornado or earthquake.
Warrantor is excused if failure to perform its warranty obligations is the result of strikes, government regulation, materials
shortages, or other circumstances beyond its control.
*THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES ON THE REVERSE OSMOSIS WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM BEYOND THOSE
SPECIFICALLY DESCRIBED ABOVE. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE DISCLAIMED TO THE EXTENT THEY MIGHT
EXTEND BEYOND THE ABOVE PERIODS. THE SOLE OBLIGATION OF WARRANTOR UNDER THESE WARRANTIES IS TO REPLACE OR REPAIR THE COMPONENT OR PART WHICH PROVES TO BE DEFECTIVE WITHIN
THE SPECIFIED TIME PERIOD, AND WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES. NO WARRANTOR DEALER, AGENT, REPRESENTATIVE, OR OTHER PERSON IS AUTHORIZED TO EXTEND
OR EXPAND THE WARRANTIES EXPRESSLY DESCRIBED ABOVE.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or exclusions or limitations of incidental or consequential damage, so the limitations and exclusions in this warranty may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state. This warranty applies to consumer-owned
installations only.
® /TM © 2015 Whirlpool. All rights reserved.
Manufactured under license by Ecodyne Water Systems, Woodbury, Minnesota.
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Specifications & Dimensions
3-1/2"
14"
9" dia.
9"
11-1/2"
Supply water pressure limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40-100 psi (280-689 kPa)
Supply water temperature limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40-100 °F (4.5-37.7°C)
Maximum total dissolved solids (TDS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2000 ppm
Maximum water hardness @ 6.9 pH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 gpg
Maximum iron, manganese, hydrogen sulfide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0
Chlorine in water supply (max. ppm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.0
Supply water pH limits (pH) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10
Product (quality) water, 24 hours1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18.4 gal. (69.6 liters)
Percent rejection of TDS, minimum (new membrane)1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86.5
Automatic shutoff control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . yes
Efficiency2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12.2 %
Recovery3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22.9 %
This system conforms to NSF/ANSI 58 for the specific performance claims as verified and substantiated by test data.
1
@ Feed water supply at 50 psi, 77°F, and 750 TDS --- Quality water production, amount of waste water and percent rejection
all vary with changes in pressure, temperature and total dissolved solids.
2
Efficiency rating means the percentage of the influent water to the system that is available to the user as reverse osmosis treated water under operating conditions that approximate typical daily usage.
3
Recovery rating means the percentage of the influent water to the membrane portion of the system that is available to the user
as reverse osmosis treated water when the system is operated without a storage tank or when the storage tank is bypassed.
Non-potable Water Sources: Do not attempt to use this product to make safe drinking water from non-potable water sources. Do not
use the system on microbiologically unsafe water, or water of unknown quality without an adequate disinfection before or after the
system. This system is certified for cyst reduction and may be used on disinfected water that may contain filterable cysts.
Arsenic Reduction: This system shall only be used for arsenic reduction on chlorinated water supplies containing detectable residual
free chlorine at the system inlet. Water systems using an inline chlorinator should provide a one minute chlorine contact time before
the reverse osmosis system.
Nitrate/Nitrite Test Kit: This system is acceptable for treatment of influent concentrations of no more than 27mg/L nitrate and 3mg/L
nitrite in combination measured as N. It is certified for nitrate/nitrite reduction only for water supplies with a pressure of 280 kPa (40
psig) or greater. This system is supplied with a nitrate/nitrite test kit. Product water should be monitored periodically according to the
instructions provided with the test kit.
TDS Test Kits: TDS test kits are available by calling 1-800-949-8220 or check the water testing section of your local phone directory.
Installations In The Commonwealth Of Massachusetts: The Commonwealth of Massachusetts requires installation be performed
by a licensed plumber and do not permit the use of saddle valves. Plumbing code 248-CMR of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
must be followed in these cases.
Product Water Testing: The Reverse Osmosis system contains a replaceable treatment component critical for the effective reduction
of total dissolved solids. Product water should be tested periodically to verify that the system is performing properly.
Replacement of the reverse osmosis component: This reverse osmosis system contains a replaceable component critical to the
efficiency of the system. Replacement of the reverse osmosis component should be with one of identical specifications, as defined by
the manufacturer, to assure the same efficiency and contaminant performance.
14”
9”
11-1/2”9” dia.
3-1/2”
Questions? Call Toll Free 1-866-986-3223 Monday- Friday, 7 AM - 6 PM CST
or visit whirlpoolwatersolutions.com
When you call, please be prepared to provide the model, date code and serial number,
found on the rating decal on back.
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FIG. 1
Performance Data
Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration System
Model WHAROS5
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Read this performance data 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. This filter system is designed to be used for the reduction of
the substances listed below. Do not use where water 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 water
that may contain filterable cysts. This system is acceptable for treatment of influent concentrations of no more than
27 mg/L nitrate and 3 mg/L nitrite in combination measured as N and is certified for nitrate/nitrite reduction only for
water supplies with a pressure of 280 kPa (40 psig) or greater. This system has been tested for the treatment of
water containing pentavalent arsenic (also known as As (V), As (+5), or arsenate) at concentrations of 0.30 mg/L or
less. This system reduces pentavalent arsenic, but may not reduce other forms of arsenic. This system shall be
used on water supplies containing a detectable free chlorine residual at the system inlet or on water supplies that
have been demonstrated to contain only pentavalent arsenic. Treatment with chloramine (combined chlorine) is not
sufficient to ensure complete conversion of trivalent arsenic to pentavalent arsenic. Please see the Arsenic Facts
section on page 8 for further information. While testing was performed under standard laboratory conditions, actual
performance of this system may vary based on local water conditions. Some or all of the contaminants reduced by
this unit may not be in your water supply. See elsewhere in this owner’s manual for further instructions on filter
replacement, system installation, operating procedures, and warranty. The maintenance instructions must be followed for the product to perform as indicated below.
General Information
This product is an undercounter system that filters and stores quality drinking water ready for use. It contains a carbon sediment filter, RO membrane, and an activated carbon post filter. The faucet indicator monitors the length of
time the filter has been installed and will flash amber continuously; indicating the filters and battery need to be
replaced. This system has been tested according to NSF/ANSI 58 and 42 for reduction of substances listed below.
The concentration of the indicated substances in water entering the systems were reduced to a concentration less
than or equal to the permissible limit for water leaving the system, as specified in NSF/ANSI 58. The testing was
performed using spiked chlorine free deionized water with ≤1 NTU turbidity, 7.5 ± 0.5 pH, 25 ±1°C, and 1µS/cm conductivity.
Maintenance
Replacement filter prices may vary. Estimated costs of replacement filter elements (part number WHEERF), or
replacement membranes (part number WHEERM), range from $39 to $59.
Application Specifications for Feed Water
Pressure .................................................40-100 psig (2.8-7.0 kg/cm
Temperature............................................................40-100°F (5-38°C)
Maximum TDS Level...........................................................2000 mg/L
Maximum Hardness @ 6.9 pH .............................10 gpg1(171 mg/L)
Maximum Iron, Manganese, Hydrogen Sulfide.........................0 mg/L
Maximum Chlorine ...............................................................2.0 mg/L
pH Range ......................................................................................4-10
2
)
2
1
Grains per gallon.
2
A carbon prefilter is part of this system to protect the reverse osmosis membrane from
deterioration should there be chlorine in the supply water. This reverse osmosis system
contains a replaceable treatment component critical for effective reduction of TDS. The
product water shall be tested periodically to verify that the system is performing satisfactorily.
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Performance Data
PERFORMANCE CLAIMS FOR WHAROS5
NSF Required
Substance
Arsenic (pentavalent)
Barium
Cadmium
Chromium (VI)
Chromium (III)
Copper
Cysts
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
Influent Challenge
Concentration
(mg/L)
1
0.30 ±10% 0.010 0.320 0.006 / 0.011 98.2 / 96.6
10 ±10% 2.0 10 0.23 / 0.58 97.8 / 94.4
0.03 ±10% 0.005 0.028 0.0005 / 0.0012 98.1 / 95.7
0.3 ±10% 0.1 0.310 0.009 / 0.017 97.0 / 94.4
0.3 ±10% 0.1 0.310 0.005 / 0.007 98.3 / 97.7
3.0 ±10% 1.3 2.9 0.033 / 0.047 98.8 / 98.4
≥50,000 #/mL
4
Fluoride 8.0 ±10% 1.5 8.4 0.3 / 0.4 96.5 / 95.2
2
Lead
Nitrate plus Nitrite (as N)
Nitrate (as N)
Nitrite (as N)
Radium 226/228
Selenium
Turbidity
2
TDS
2
2
2
2
2
2
0.15 ±10% 0.010 0.16 0.001 / 0.003 99.1 / 98.1
30 ±10% 10.0 29 7.2 / 8.6 75.4 / 70.8
27.0 ±10% 10 26 6.6 / 7.9 74.9 / 70.0
3.0 ±10% 1.0 3.2 0.61 / 0.75 80.9 / 76.6
25 pCi/L5±10% 5 pCi/L
0.10 ±10% 0.05 0.10 0.002 / 0.003 98.0 / 97.0
11 ±1 NTU
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750 ±10% 187 740 70 / 100 90.6 / 86.5
Chlorine Taste & Odor 2.0 ±10% 1.0 1.9 0.09 / 0.19 95.2 / 90.5
Ammonium
Bicarbonate
Bromide
Chloride
7
7
Magnesium
Sodium
Sulfate
Tannin
Zinc
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
1.2 ±10%
300 ±10%
1.5 ±10%
800 ±10%
30 ±10%
350 ±10%
800 ±10%
3.0 ±10%
1.5 ±10%
NSF Max. Per -
missible Product
Water Concen tration (mg/L)
99.95%
0.5 NTU
1.0
100
3.3
250
10
117
250
1.0
5.0
1
3
5
6
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
8
Average
Influent
(mg/L)
1
160,000 #/mL
25 pCi/L
11 NTU
5
6
Avg. / Max.
Effluent
(mg/L)
4
9 / 33 #/mL
5 / 5 pCi/L
0.1 / 0.2 NTU
1
2.5 0.24 90
280 10 96
11 1.3 89
770 60 92
31 <1.0 97
340 40 88
780 12 98
2.9 0.1 97
1.5 0.25 98
Avg. / Min.
Reduction
4
99.99 / 99.98
5
80 / 80 pCi/L
6
99.0 / 98.3
Percent
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Daily Production Rate Model WHAROS5: 18.46 gal./day (69.87 liters/day)
Efficiency Rating Model WHAROS5: 12.22%
Recovery Rating Model WHAROS5: 22.95%
1
Milligrams per liter, which is equivalent to parts per million (PPM).
2
Tested by NSF International according to NSF/ANSI Standard 58.
3
NSF minimum percent reduction requirement. Acceptance level for this substance is based on percent reduction,
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10
2
rather than maximum effluent concentration.
4
Particles per milliliter.
5
Pico Curies per liter.
6
Nephelometric Turbidity Units.
7
Tested by Spectrum Labs, a qualified independent laboratory, against accepted industry protocol.
8
There is no maximum permissible effluent concentration for this substance because it is not included in the chemical reduction claims listed in NSF Standard 58. The maximum effluent concentrations listed were established by
Spectrum Labs and are based on one third of the target influent.
9
Efficiency rating means the percentage of the influent water to the system that is available to the user as reverse
osmosis treated water under operating conditions that approximate daily usage.
10
Recovery rating means the percentage of the influent water to the membrane portion of the system that is available to the user as reverse osmosis treated water when the system is operated without a storage tank or when
the storage tank is by-passed.
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Performance Data
ARSENIC FACTS
Background
Arsenic (abbreviated As) can occur naturally in well water. There are two forms of arsenic: pentavalent arsenic
[also called As (V), As(+5), and arsenate] and trivalent arsenic [also called As (III), As(+3), and arsenite].
Although both forms are potentially harmful to human health, trivalent arsenic is considered more harmful than
pentavalent arsenic. In well water, arsenic may be pentavalent, trivalent, or a combination of both. Additional
information about arsenic in water can be found on the Internet at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
(USEPA) website:www.epa.gov/safewater/arsenic.html.
Testing Your Water
Arsenic in water has no color, taste or odor. It must be measured by a lab test. Public water utilities must have
their water tested for arsenic. You can get the results from your water utility. If you have your own well, you can
have the water tested. The local health department or the state environmental health agency can provide a list of
certified labs. The cost is typically $15 to $30.
Pentavalent vs.Trivalent Arsenic Removal
These systems are very effective at reducing pentavalent arsenic from drinking water. These models were tested
in a lab and proven to reduce 300 parts per billion (ppb) pentavalent arsenic to below 10 ppb, the USEPA standard for safe drinking water.
RO systems are not as effective at reducing trivalent arsenic from water. These models will not convert trivalent
arsenic to pentavalent arsenic. If you have free
minute any trivalent arsenic will be converted to pentavalent arsenic and reduced by this RO. Other water treatment chemicals such as ozone, and potassium permanganate will also change trivalent arsenic to pentavalent
arsenic. A combined chlorine residual (also called chloramine) may not convert all the trivalent arsenic. If you get
your water from a public water utility, contact the utility to find out if free chlorine or combined chlorine is used in
the water system.
chlorine residual in contact with your water supply for at least one
Maintenance
It is strongly recommended that you follow the maintenance instructions and have your water tested periodically
to make sure the system is performing properly. See replacement element information above for recommendations on maintaining your Reverse Osmosis water filtration system.
Questions? Call Toll Free 1-866-986-3223 Monday- Friday, 7 AM - 6 PM CST
or visit whirlpoolwatersolutions.com
When you call, please be prepared to provide the model, date code and serial number,
found on the rating decal on back.
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Inspect Shipment
Your Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration System is
shipped complete in one carton. Remove all items
from your shipping carton.
Check all items against the packing list below. Note
any items lost or damaged in shipment.
Note any damage to the shipping carton. Refer to the
exploded view and parts list in the back of the manual
for the part names and numbers of missing or damaged items. If problems exist, refer to the website or
the toll free number listed throughout this manual.
Packing List
Reverse Osmosis
Assembly
Tubes, Red, Yellow and Green
Product Water
Storage Tank
Reverse
Osmosis Faucet
with Black & Blue
Tubes attached
Keep the small parts in the parts bag until you are
ready to install them.
NOTE: Codes in the state of Massachusetts require
installation by a licensed plumber and do not permit the use of saddle valves.
If you live in the state of Massachusetts, review
plumbing code 248-CMR of the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts before proceeding with the installation.
Parts Bag
Eye
Dropper
Drain Adaptor Kit
Tank
Connector
Water Supply
Fitting
Coin
Battery
Nitrate /Nitrite
Test Kit
FIG. 2
Do not return the unit to store.
If you have any questions, or there are missing parts or damage, please call Toll Free 1-866-986-3223,
Monday - Friday, 7 am - 6 pm CST, or visit whirlpoolwatersolutions.com
When you call, please be prepared to provide the model, date code and serial number, found on the rating
decal on back.
Tools Needed
Review the tools needed list. See Fig. 3. Gather needed tools before proceeding with the installation. Read
TOOLS NEEDED
Tape
Measure
Adjustable
Wrench
Philips
Screwdriver
Flathead
Screwdriver
and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here.
OR
Drill & Drill Bits,
if required
Adjustable
Large Jaw
Pliers
Pipe Wrench
FIG. 3
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