Safety Information; Explanation Of Signal Word Consequences - 3M AP11T Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

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Read, understand, and follow all safety information contained in these instructions prior

to installation and use of the Aqua-Pure® filters. Retain these instructions for future

reference.

Intended use:

The AP101T, AP11T, AP141T and AP102T Whole House Filters are intended for use in filtering potable

water in homes and have not been evaluated for other uses. These filters are typically installed at the

point of entry, and should be installed by qualified professional installers according to these installation

instructions.

EXPLANATION OF SIGNAL WORD CONSEQUENCES

WARNING

NOTICE

To reduce the risk associated with ingestion of contaminants due to use with water that is microbiologically

unsafe or of unknown quality:

• Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate

disinfection before or after the system.

To reduce the risk associated with choking:

Do not allow children under 3 years of age to have access to small parts during the installation of this product.

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To reduce the risk of physical injury:

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Shut off inlet water supply and depressurize system as shown in manual prior to cartridge removal.

To reduce the risk associated with property damage due to water leakage or flooding:

• Read and follow Use Instructions before installation and use of this system.

• Installation and Use MUST comply with all state and local plumbing codes.

• Protect from freezing. Drain filter when temperatures drop below 40°F (4.4°C).

• Do not install systems in areas where ambient temperatures may go above 110° F (43.3° C).

• Do not install on hot water supply lines. The maximum operating water temperature of this system is 100°F (37.8°C).

• Do not install if water pressure exceeds 125 psi (862 kPa). If your water pressure exceeds psi (552 kPa), you must install a

pressure limiting valve. Contact a plumbing professional if you are uncertain how to check your water pressure.

• Do not install where water hammer conditions may occur. If water hammer conditions exist you must install a water hammer

arrester. Contact a plumbing professional if you are uncertain how to check for this condition.

• Where a backflow prevention device is installed on a water system, a device for controlling pressure due to thermal expansion

must be installed.

• Where a booster pump is installed on a water system, you must maintain and inspect the attached pressure switch regularly

in accordance with the booster pump manufacturer's instructions. Contact a plumbing professional if you are uncertain how

to maintain your booster pump system.

• Where a booster pump is installed on a water system, you must install an appropriate pressure relief valve. Pressure relief

valve must be maintained and inspected every 6 months. Contact a plumbing professional if you are uncertain how select/

install/maintain a pressure relief valve.

• Where a booster pump is installed on a water system, you must install an appropriate pressure regulating valve and regulate

water pressure to <80psi. Contact a plumbing professional if you are uncertain how select/install/maintain a pressure

regulating valve.