Whirlpool WHCF-SUF - Manual (Page 2)

Models
WHCF-SUF and WHCF-SUFC
1 Ye ar Limited Warranty
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that is free of defects in mater ials and wo rkmanship .A ny defect, malfunction, or
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This W arranty does not apply to def ects that result from abuse , misuse, alter-
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OR CONSEQUENTIAL D AMAGES FOR BREA CH HEREOF OR THEREOF .
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implied warr anties and on incidental and consequential damages may not be
applicable to y ou.
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THIS W ARRANTY GIVES Y OU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MA Y
ALSO HAVE O THER RIGHTS, WHICH V AR Y FR OM ST ATE TO ST ATE.
UNDER SINK MAIN F A UCET
FIL TRA TION
UltraEase
™
FiltrationSystem and
UltraEase
™
PLUS FiltrationSystem
Installation,Use & Care Guide
8559764/INSTR7014 1203
04/04
INSTR7014 1203 Whirlpool Water Products
400 Research Pa rk wa y , P .O .Bo x 765
8559764 Meriden, CT 06450 U .S .A.
Filter Replacement:
The contaminants or other substances removed or reduced b y
this water filter are not necessar ily in all users’w ater.
Filter life v aries depending on local w ater conditions and the v ol-
ume of water used. We recommend that you change y our filter
ever y 6 months.H ow ever , it can be replaced earlier if there is a
drop in pressure at the faucet.
T o reduce Chlor ine Taste and Odor and Cysts ,
use Replacement Filter: WHCF-SRC
T o reduce Sediment and Chlor ine Taste and Odor ,
use Replacement Filter: WHCF-SR
Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsaf e or of unknown quali-
ty without adequate disinfection bef ore or after the system.
Systems certified f or Cyst reduction may be used on disinf ected water
that may contain filter able cysts .E P A Establishment #070595-CT -001
Filter Cartridg e Replacement Instructions:
T o remo ve old filter:T urn filter 1/4 turn to the left. T op surf ace
of filter will move aw ay from the bottom of the head. Pull filter
down to disengage .
T o inser t new filter: Push filter into Filter Head/Brac ket. T ur n filter
1/4 turn to the r ight until it stops .T op surface of filter will become
flush with bottom of the Filter Head/Brac ke t when fully engaged.
Label will face f orward.
Flush filter for 5 min utes to remove air.
T roub leshooting Guide
Water Leaks at Threaded Fittings:
Tighten slightly more until leak stops.
Water leaks at Push-in Connections
Push tubing in as far as it will go .If leaking contin ues, shut off
water at the or iginal valv e and remove water line b y pushing in on
the connector collar while pulling the tubing aw ay. Use a catch
basin (See Push-in Fittings Section) Inspect tubing for cr acks and
scratches .If tubing is cr acked or scr atched, cut that portion a wa y
and reinsert tubing into fitting.
Make sure tubing is cut str aight.If not, recut.
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6. Referring to section “Using
Push-In Fittings,” insert a sec-
tion of the plastic tubing into
faucet adapter fitting, making
sure end of tubing is firmly seat-
ed to backstop.
Hold the filter head/bracket
away from the wall, press other
end of tubing into outlet side as
indicated by arrow on Filter
Head/Bracket. (See Figure 4,
A.)
7. Take the remaining section
of tubing, slide the compres-
sion hex nut and 3/8” ferrule
(tapered end away from com-
pression hex nut) onto the
tubing and put in the tube
insert (see Figure 5). Fasten
this assembly onto 3/8” cold
water supply outlet. Do not
overtighten (see Figure 6).
Overtightening will cause tub-
ing to separate from fitting.
Connect other end to the inlet
side as indicated by the arrow
on Filter Head/Bracket (see
Figure 4, B).
8. Place Filter Head/Bracket
holes over mounting screws,
press down to lock into place and tighten screws for a
snug fit.
9. Insert filter into Filter Head/Bracket. Turn filter 1/4 turn
to the right until it stops. Top surface of filter will become
flush with bottom of the Filter Head/Bracket when fully
engaged. Label will face forward.
10. Turn on water and open faucet to flush air from the
system. Run water for 5 minutes to flush out air. Check for
leaks.
Close sink faucet. System is now ready for use!
1. Filter Cartridge
2. Filter Head/Bracket
3. 5’ of 3/8” Tubing
4. 3/8” x 1/2” Faucet Adapter 5. 3/8” Compression Hex Nut
6. 3/8” Ferrule
7. 3/8” Tube Insert
8. #2 Phillips Mounting Screws
• Phillips Head Screwdriver • Adjustable Wrench
• Utility knife or tube cutter for copper tubing
Installation Instructions
For Use With Cold Water Only
NOTE: Remove items from under the sink. Place a catch basin there
to collect small amounts of water that may run out when disconnecting
water supply lines.
1. Turn off cold water supply valve and remove existing water supply
tubing and/or fitting.
2. Select and mark a location under the sink that allows access for fil-
ter change.
3. Using filter head/bracket as a guide, fasten Filter Head/Bracket to
wall with #2 Phillips mounting screws supplied.
Mark hole locations so that there is 1 1/2”
between the screws (see Figure 1), from
center of each screw. When installed, filter
bottom should be at least 2 1/2” from sink
cabinet floor to facilitate cartridge change.
Install screws, but only halfway, so you can
easily slip the bracket to wall before firmly
setting screws.
4. Determine length of tubing required from
filter head/bracket to faucet and from water
supply line to filter head/bracket by holding
tubing in place ensuring it is of appropriate
length. Do not kink tubing as this will impede
water flow. If necessary, loop tubing around
to avoid it being kinked.
Cut tubing straight with a utility knife or tube
cutter (for copper piping). (See Figure 2.)
5. Install faucet adapter fitting to faucet. This should be a snug fit. Do
not overtighten. (See Figure 3.)
Tools Needed:
Kit contains components necessary to connect 3/8” outlet tube to 1/2”
faucet fitting and 3/8” water supply. If you have any other size faucet
connection, you may need other parts for installation as required.
To Release Tubing
Push in grey
collet to release
tubing. With collet
held, pull tubing
straight out.
To Attach Tubing
Push tubing in as far as
it will go. Tubing must be
inserted past o-ring and
hit backstop. Pull tube
to ensure it is secured.
This filter can be used at any sink where water is used for drinking.
Hot Cold
3/8" Tubing
Filter
Head/Bracket
#2 Phillips
Mounting
Screws
Filter
Cartridge
3/8"x1/2"
Faucet Adapter
3/8" T
3/8" Compression
Hex Nut
3/8" Ferrule
ube Insert
Parts and Materials Included:
Collet Backstop
“Using Push-In Fittings”
Installation Requirements:
• Properly tighten all fittings to ensure a leak-free assembly.
• Install in a location that is not susceptible to freezing tempera-
tures as damage to the housing could occur.
• Install away from direct sunlight as prolonged exposure to light
can weaken plastic components.
• Some local codes may require the use of a licensed plumber or
certified installer when disrupting a potable water line. Determine
and follow any and all local codes and requirements.
• Allow a minimum of 2 1/2” clear space below unit to facilitate
filter change.
Figure 2
Figure 3
Figure 1
Figure 5
Figure 6
Correct
Incorrect
Inlet
Outlet to
Equipment
B
A
Figure 4
Gather the required tools before starting installation. Read and fol-
low the instructions provided with any tools listed here.