INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS: - UNDER COUNTER WATER FILTER

  1. Find a convenient location under the sink on the cold water side to place the filter.
  2. The faucet should be secured through an existing hole in the sink ledge (such as an old sprayer) or a ½" hole can be drilled in the desired location. If you have a porcelain sink, you might consider having a professional do the drilling, or install the faucet into the countertop, back from the sink ledge. Position the handle where it is convenient for you. After installation of the faucet, attach the tubing to the "OUT" side fitting of the filter and then to the faucet fitting. The filter's fittings are a special high-pressure quick-connect type. To connect, simply push the tubing into the fitting until it is completely bottomed. To disconnect, push down (towards filter) on the outer ring while pulling out on the tubing.
  3. Install the E-Z Faucet Valve connector on the cold water line. Click HERE for more informaiton. Attach the tubing to the E-Z valve and to the "IN" side fitting of the filter. Once everything is secure, open the ball valve on the E-Z valve to turn on the water supply.
  4. Check all components for leaks.
  5. Open the faucet and allow water to run for several minutes to flush out the normal black carbon fines (it will "sputter" until the air is worked out). Initially, the water may appear cloudy - this is due to tiny air bubbles and will clear up shortly. Pushing the faucet handle down gives you a controlled flow; flipping the handle up will lock it for filling pitchers, etc.

IMPORTANT OPERATING NOTES

  1. After an extended period of inactivity, allow water to run through the filter for several minutes before drinking. Otherwise, the. taste may be bitter due to excess zinc oxide (which prevents bacterial growth and is harmless to drink).
  2. Recommended flow rate is one gallon per minute or less. Operating at higher flow rates will not necessarily damage the unit, but will reduce the contaminant removal efficiency. The flow rate can be adjusted with the saddle valve. If your water pressure does not provide acceptable flow, a special high-flow t-valve can be purchased from PureEarth.
  3. Maximum water pressure is 100 PSI. Maximum operating temperature is 110 F. Protect from freezing.

HOW DO I KNOW WHEN TO REPLACE MY FILTER CARTRIDGE?

In virtually all cases, the taste and odor of chlorine will return to municipal water when the cartridge has lost its effectiveness. The enclosed DPD powder packs can be used to confirm the presence of chlorine. Place about one tablespoon of filtered water into a clear glass container. Open the foil pack and empty the powder into the water. Swirl it to dissolve. If the filter is working properly, the water will remain clear or have a slight pink tinge. If is NOT, the water will turn a bright pink. You can dissolve the second packet into non-filtered water for comparison. Additional DPD powder packs are available from PureEarth. While our cartridge has been tested to effectively remove chlorine from over 12,000 gallon of water, the type and concentration of other contaminants varies widely throughout the country. Therefore, to assure maximum effectiveness and the best possible water quality, it is suggested that the cartridge be replaced at least every three years.

UCD MODELS: Replacing the sediment prefilter is done when the filter becomes markedly darkened, and/or the flow rate has dropped noticeably. Sometimes it can be cleaned by flushing it with a garden hose. Reorder part number SFX-1. You can upgrade to a 0.4 micron ceramic cartridge for cyst and bacteria removal if you wish - call UltraTech for details.

WARRANTY POLICY

Housing: Five years full replacement. Cartridge: Three years prorated at $1.65 per month of usage.

This warranty does not cover damage due to abuse, neglect, freezing, fire or other fortuitous event. No allowance is made for the consequential damage, labor or expense incurred as a result of a proven defect.

UC models: Our units are not warranted against sediment clogging. If you use a private well, or are in an area where there is a high level of sediment, silt, sand, rust, or other undissolved solids, a sediment prefilter (available from UltraTech) is available. If the flow rate is significantly reduced, clogging is most likely the cause. You can try to back-flush the unit by reversing the fittings on the housing to temporarily reverse the water flow.

RETURN PROCEDURE - Units returned under warranty must be shipped POSTPAID to UltraTech at the address below. A photo copy of your sales receipt MUST be enclosed with the unit. A new unit will then be sent.