Purenex Multipure Aquaperform For Model MP880SB - Manual (Page 19)

INSTRUCTIONS - STAINLESS STEEL MODELS
1. Remove plastic wrapper and instruction wrap.
2. It may be advisable to place a pan beneath the housing before opening it.
3. Turn off water going to the drinking water system by turning the shut-off valve
(See Fig A) under your sink or turn off water at the water shut-off valve where
water enters your residence.
4. Open drinking water faucet to relieve pressure.
5. Remove Drinking Water Unit from the bracket (if mounted) by lifting the
top of the unit straight up so that the screws on which it hangs are aligned with the
larger hole in the keyhole. Then pull the unit out from the wall and away from the
screws. (See Fig. B)
6. With the housing in an upright position, open the unit by unscrewing the black
knob on the locking V-band, and spread it apart and remove the locking V-band.
(See Fig C)
7. Separate the unit, leaving the black o-ring in place.
8. Remove the old filter (cartridge) from the unit housing by turning the cartridge in
the direction shown in Fig D.
9. Wrap the used filter in paper and dispose of in your normal refuse.
10. Clean and rinse out the inside of the housing.
11. Inspect the black rubber cushion; it is recommended that the cushion be replaced
every two to three years. To order a replacement part, request product code No.
MC252. (See Fig D). You should also inspect the o-ring and adapters to see if they
need to be replaced.
12. Screw new filter (cartridge) in the housing top by turning the cartridge as shown in
Fig E until firm; however, DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
13. Reconnect the housing top with bottom and replace locking V-band; replace
black knob and turn until tight.
14. Be sure that the locking V-band is fastened tightly by:
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.
15. Turn on water going to the drinking water system (unit) and start the flow of water
through the unit.
16. Allow water to run through the unit spout/faucet for about 10 minutes so that all air
can escape.
17. Then turn off the water to the spout/faucet. A small quantity of water may flow
from the housing spout/faucet for about 10 to 20 seconds after you shut off water.
18. Check all connections to confirm that there are no leaks.
19. Flush the filter of the carbon fines by allowing water to run to waste for about
twenty (20) minutes. Note: units with the capacity monitor please disconnect the
monitor before flushing the filter. The carbon fines will clog the measuring device.
Once you have flushed your filter, reconnect the monitor.
20. Shut off the flow of water through the drinking water system. A small quantity of
water may flow from the spout/faucet for about 10 to 20 seconds.
21. Check for leaks.
Units with Capacity Monitor (End-of-Life Indicator- Model MP880EL)
To reset your capacity monitor, replace the battery (purchased separately) in the
Monitor case, as follows:
Monitors with AAA Batteries:
22. Disconnect and remove used batteries.
23. Turn on the faucet and let the water flow for 2 to 3 seconds, then close the faucet.
24. Connect two batteries, making sure to properly connect the + and - terminals.
25. Close the capacity monitor case.
IMPORTANT: Make sure the box is positioned so that the receptacles are facing down-
ward. While water is flowing, a green LED light will blink at the base of the faucet.
When the capacity of the filter is exhausted, you will see a red blinking light during the
water flow alerting you of the need to change your filter.
XI. Instructions for Changing Your Filter
Fig. D
Fig. A
Fig. C
Fig. E
Fig. B
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