Precautions, Installation of valve-in-head (vih) housing, Installation of standard filter housings – Hydrotech Aquaflo Filter Housing User Manual

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Precautions

WARNING: Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality

without adequate disinfection before or after the system.
CAUTION: Filter must be protected against freezing, which can cause cracking of the

filter and water leakage.
CAUTION: The rubber O-ring provides the water-tight seal between the cap and the

bottom of the housing. It is important that the O-ring be properly seated in the groove

above the threads of the housing or a water leak could occur.

CAUTION: Because of the product’s limited service life and to prevent costly repairs

or possible water damage, we strongly recommend that the bottom of all blue plastic

housings be replaced every ten years and clear housings every five years. If the bottom of

your housing has been in use for longer than this period, it should be replaced immediately.

Date the bottom of any new or replacement housing to indicate the next recommended

replacement date.

CAUTION: Do not install where clear housing system will be exposed to direct sunlight.

NOTE:

• Assembly of this filter Housing can be modified by using

various adapters. Fittings can be either sweated or

threaded.

• Please read all instructions, specifications, and precau-

tions before installing and using your water filter.

• Install filter cartridge in housing before proceeding with

installation (see Filter Cartridge Replacement Section).

• Install filter after water meter or pressure tank.

• Numbered diagrams correspond with numbered steps.
1a.

Shut off main water supply. Drain water from

water lines.

1b.

Apply about 12 inches (300 mm) of Teflon®

tape in clockwise direction to pipe threads of

each fitting.*

* Refer to the Inlet/Outlet Threads for the housing on

Table 1 to determine the size of fitting.

Attach mounting bracket to cap before assem-

bling the fittings. Fittings not supplied.

NOTE: Allow 1-1/2 inches (33 mm) clearance below

housing to enable filter cartridge changes.

Assemble all fittings. Use a wrench to tighten

firmly. DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN.

Measure length (shown as X on diagram)

across assembled fittings and subtract 1 inch

(25 mm) if you are installing on 3/4 inch (19

mm) pipe, or 1-1/2 inches (38 mm) if you are

installing on 1 inch (25 mm) pipe. Mark sec-

tion of pipe to be removed.

5a.

Using a pipe cutter or hacksaw, remove

marked section of pipe and thread remaining

ends. Wrap threads with Teflon tape. File or

sand sharp edges on remaining pipe.

5b.

Slip brass compression nut and ferrule onto

each end of the pipe. If installing on 1/2-inch

pipe, substitute rubber ferrule for brass ferrule.

(nut and ferrule are not supplied)

Align filter assembly with ends of pipe, making

certain cap opening marked “IN” is facing the

incoming water supply. It will be necessary

to spread ends of pipe apart to install filter

assembly. Using two adjustable wrenches,

hold incoming adapter securely with one

wrench and tighten nut with second wrench.

Repeat procedure for outgoing adapter.

CAUTION: If water pipes are used to ground electrical

systems, appliances, or phones, be certain to install a

jumper wire. Contact your local electrician for more infor-

mation. (Diagram 6)

Slowly turn on water supply to filter and

depress red pressure-relief button on cap to

release trapped air. Check for leaks. Open

nearest faucet and flush filter for 10 minutes,

wait one hour, then flush again for 10 minutes.

NOTE:
• For cold water use only.
• Make certain that installation complies with all state and local laws and regulations.
• The contaminants or other substances removed or reduced by the selected cartridge

are not necessarily in your water. Ask your local water municipality for a copy of their

water analysis, or have your water tested by a reputable water testing lab.

• After prolonged periods of non-use (such as during a vacation) it is recommended that

the system be flushed thoroughly. Let water run for 5–6 minutes before using.

• The filter cartridge used with this system has a limited service life. Changes in taste,

odor, color, and/or flow of the water being filtered indicate that the cartridge should be

replaced.

• Some harmless bacteria may attack cellulose media cartridges. The Cellulose cartridge

is not recommended on non-chlorinated water. If your cartridge seems to disintegrate

or develops a musty or moldy odor, switch to a synthetic polyester media cartridge or

consult the manufacturer.

A. Turn off water supply to filter.

Depress red pressure-relief but-

ton on top of filter. Use wrench to

unscrew bottom of housing.

NOTE: If turning off water supply to filter will

also turn off water supply to the rest of the

home, be sure to fill a bucket of water first

to allow you to clean housing after it has

been removed.

B. Locate and remove large O-ring,

wipe clean of lubricant and set

aside. Discard used cartridge.

Rinse out bottom of housing and

fill about 1/3 full with water. Add

about 2 tablespoons of bleach and

scrub cap and bottom of housing

with nonabrasive sponge or cloth.

Rinse thoroughly. Lubricate O-ring

with clean silicone grease Part#

92360. Insert O-ring back into

groove and smooth into place with

finger. Insert new cartridge over

standpipe in bottom of housing.

C. Screw bottom of housing onto the

cap and hand-tighten. DO NOT

OVER-TIGHTEN.

Fittings not supplied with

this filter housing.

OUT

Make sure the
“IN” port with red
air release button
is connected to
incoming water
supply line

Red Pressure
Relief Button

O-Ring

Turn off water supply (

)and open

nearest faucet to drain pipes

before installation. Apply about 6

inches of Teflon

tape (

) in clock-

wise direction to pipe threads of

fittings.

Use mounting bracket as a tem-

plate to mark screw locations.

Then place bracket over the cap

and align with inlet and outlet

ports.

IMPORTANT: Allow 1-1/2 inches

clearance below housing to enable

cartridge changes.

Assemble all fittings. Fittings not

supplied. Use a wrench to tighten

firmly. DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN.

About one thread should remain

visible.

Measure length (shown as X

on diagram) across assembled

fittings and subtract 1 inch for

3/4-inch pipe or 1-1/2 inches for

1/2-inch pipe. Mark section of pipe

to be removed.

NOTE: Approximately 6 inches will

be removed for 3/4-inch pipe and

5-1/4 inches for 1/2-inch pipe.

Using a pipe cutter or hacksaw,

cut and remove marked section of

pipe. File or sand sharp edges on

remaining pipe.

Slip brass compression nut and

ferrule onto each end of pipe. If

installing on 1/2-inch pipe, substi-

tute rubber ferrule for brass ferrule.

Align filter assembly with ends

of pipe, making certain the cap

opening marked “IN” is facing your

incoming water supply. It will be

necessary to spread ends of pipe

apart to install filter assembly.

Using two adjustable wrenches,

hold incoming fitting securely with

one wrench and tighten nut with

second wrench. Repeat process

for outgoing fitting.

Turn on main water supply. Slowly

turn handle on housing 1/4-turn

counterclockwise to allow system

to fill with water. Check for leaks,

then rotate handle fully to “FILTER”

position. Open nearest faucet and

flush filter cartridge for 15 minutes.

CAUTION: If water pipes are used to

ground electrical systems, appliances or

phones, be certain to install a jumper wire.

Installation of Valve-in-Head (VIH) Housing

A. Turn water off by rotating handle on

top of housing in clockwise direction.

NOTE: This will shut off all water flow within

the household. Unscrew bottom of housing.

Discard used cartridge.

Rinse out housing and fill 1/3 with

water. Add 2 tablespoons of bleach

and scrub with nonabrasive brush or

sponge. Rinse thoroughly.

B. Remove O-ring from groove in hous-

ing and wipe O-ring and groove

clean. Lubricate O-ring with a coat-

ing of clean silicone grease Part#

92360. Insert O-ring back into groove

and smooth into place with finger.

NOTE: This step is important to ensure proper

housing seal. Make certain O-ring is seated

level in the groove.

Firmly insert new cartridge into hous-

ing. Make certain it slips over the

standpipe at the bottom of the hous-

ing.

C. Screw the bottom of housing onto

the cap until it is hand-tight. Do not

over-tighten. Slowly turn handle on

Cartridge Replacement

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Turn on water supply slowly

to allow filter to fill with water.

Depress red pressure-relief button

to release trapped air. Check for

leaks before leaving installation.

NOTE: After installation, flush the cartridge

for 10 minutes, wait one hour, then flush

again for 10 minutes before using the water.

housing 1/4-turn counterclock-

wise to allow system to fill with

water.

Check for leaks, then rotate han-

dle fully to the “FILTER” position.

NOTE: Flush cartridge for 15 minutes

before use.

Installation of Standard Filter Housings

NOTE: Assembly of this filter Housing can be modified by

using various adapters. Fittings can be either sweated or

threaded.

• Please read all instructions, specifications, and precau-

tions before installing and using your water filter.

• Install filter cartridge in housing before proceeding

with installation (see Filter Cartridge Replacement VIH

Housing section).

• Install filter after water meter or pressure tank.
• Numbered diagrams correspond with numbered steps.
• See diagrams for corresponding steps. Only Teflon

tape

is recommended for fitting connections.

• Install after water meter or pressure tank.

Filter Cartridge Replacement of Valve-in-Head

(VIH) Filter HOUsing

Stand pipe

O-ring

BYpASS-water will bypass from the filter

OFF-shut the water off

FILter-In service

Operation, filtering

water

Cartridge Selection (For Filter Housing Model # H-PR-10BV-34 and H-PR-10BV-1)

Select the Cartridge Filter

for your water needs

PR-50-10BV

(Part# 26243)

PCP-5-10BV

(Part# 26178)

RF-10BV

(Part# 26255)

Filter Type

Pleated

Polyester Reusable

Pleated Cellulose

Cartridge - Polyester

Radial Flow Granular

Activated Carbon

Scale and Rust Particles

Coarse Sand

Sand/Dirt/Silt

Fine Dirt/Silt/Sand

Extra Fine Dirt/Silt/Sand

Bad Taste & Odor

Aethetic Chlorine: Taste & Odor

Filter Life (in months)*

Micron Rating (Nominal) +

Service Flow Rate gpm (lpm)**

10 (37)

2(7.4)

Cartridge Selection (For Filter Housing Model # H-PR-20BV-34, H-PR-20BV-1, H-20BV-15 & H-PR-20BV-15 )

Select the Cartridge Filter

for your water needs

PR-30-20BV

(Part# 26244)

PCP-5-20BV

(Part# 26180)

RF-20BV

(Part# 26256)