MSR MINIWORKS EX Instruction Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Poor Performance Cause Solution
Clogged filter Collected particles Clean Ceramic Element
Little/no water flow Collected particles Clean Ceramic Element
Decreased flow rate Collected particles Clean Ceramic Element
Limp Handle (PULL stroke) Debris under Umbrella Valve Clean surface under Umbrella Valve
Limp Handle (PUSH stroke) Debris in Relief Valve Clear Relief Valve Assembly
Loose Inlet Hose Barb Tighten Inlet Hose Barb
Missing Relief Valve part Check parts and placement in
Relief Valve Assembly
Broken Ceramic Element Replace Ceramic Element
WARNING: Never use filter if
Ceramic Element is broken or
damaged.
Missing Lower End Cap O-ring Replace Lower End Cap O-ring
WARNING: Never use filter if
Lower End Cap O-ring is missing.
Dragging Handle (PULL stroke) Dry Piston O-ring Lubricate Piston O-ring
Kinked/blocked Inlet Hose Clear Inlet Hose
Clogged Inlet Foam Clean Inlet Foam
Dragging Handle (PUSH stroke) No Airspring in Housing Empty water from Housing and
resume pumping (See Step 1)
Collected particles Clean Ceramic Element
Dry Piston O-ring Lubricate Piston O-ring
Leaking Piston O-ring seal Cracked/worn Piston O-ring Replace Piston O-ring
Please refer to Filter Cleaning and Maintenance section for more information.
SPECIFICATIONS
Kit Contents MiniWorks EX Water Filter
®
Instruction Manual
Scrubbing Pad
Storage Sack
Weight 16 oz. / 456 g
Dimensions 7.5 x 2.75 in. / 19 x 7 cm
Flow Rate 1 liter per min.
Ceramic Element Life Up to 2000 liters (depends on water conditions)
30 to 60 estimated cleanings (depends on force used
to clean cartridge)
Pump Assembly Life ~10 years (depends on environmental
(excluding Ceramic conditions, frequency of use, etc.)
Element)
Patents US – Patent No. 5,266,196 / 5,925,309
US – Patent No. 5,558,762 / 5,656,220
UK – GB Reg. Design No. 2011749
Germany - Patent No. M9008212
Australia - Design Patent No. 114171
Other Patents Pending
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