A.J. Antunes & Co HRS-200 9700562 - Manual (Page 6)

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5 Operation and Safety Instructions
This section is an overview about all important safety and operational aspects for a safe and
satisfying operation. Nevertheless, there are always some risks which have to be considered in case
of a misusage or inappropriate handling.
The warranty only applies if the given instructions in this manual are completely fulfilled.
5.1 Intended Use
The filter system is designed for the decarbonization of cold water fulfilling the legal requirements for
drinking water, removal of flavour influence substances and particles within the water.
The filter system must only be used for the above mentioned purposes.
Any other usage of this filter system is not recommended and voids ALL warranties.
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WARNING!
f Only operate the filter system with cold water of drinking quality. If the water quality is poor
(not reaching the criteria for drinking water) there is a risk of health caused by microorganism,
pathogenic germs, high concentration of heavy metals or organic impurities.
f For the protection of the drinking water, maintenance and any other work on the filter system
must be carried out under consideration of the applicable state and local regulations
f If there is the necessity, given by the authorities or operator of the water supply system, to boil
the water because of bacteria it is also necessary to boil the filtered water. If the requirement of
boiling the water isn’t necessary anymore, the filter cartridge has to be replaced and the system
including the connections and hoses have to be cleaned carefully otherwise there may still be
health risk.
f Included in the filter system is a non return valve (approved according DIN EN 13959).
If the filter system is used for devices requiring a special safety unit, the appropriate safety unit
has to be additionally installed.
f Before any maintenance work on the water supply system is performed the filter system must be
disconnected completely from the water supply system. The water system has to be rinsed and
sanitized before reconnecting the filter system.
f Before starting any work disconnect all power supplies of any devices connected to the system
(unplug).
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CAUTION!
f Inappropriate installation can cause damage of property. State and local regulations must be
applied as well as hygienic requirements and technical standards for the protection of the drinking
water.
f Unauthorized modifications or technical changes are prohibited.
f The warranty is only applicable, if the system is installed correctly and in accordance to state and
local regulations.
f A valve (shut-off valve) should be installed on the inlet of the filter system (not included in the scope
of delivery)
f Only use flat seals. Compression and barrel gaskets may damage the filter head and the warranty
isn’t applicable in this case.
f For the connection of the filter system appropriate hoses according DVGW 543 or NSF 42/53 have
to be used.
f If the product was stored below freezing point, then before the filter is installed it should be stored
unwrapped for 24 hours under installation conditions.
f Don’t install the filter close to a heat source or open fireplace.
f The system should not come in contact with chemicals, dissolvers and vaporous dissolvers
f The place of installation must be protected against freezing and any direct or indirect sun light.