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- Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL & INSTALLATION GUIDE ecoPLUS™ EP-1000-UV PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING INSTALLATION. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY AFFECT THE PERFORMANCE OF YOUR SYSTEM, VOID YOUR WARRANTY, AND RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE.
- Page 2 Congratulations on the purchase of your ecoPLUS™ Series premium whole house water filtration system. ecoPLUS™ EP-1000-UV is specifically engineered to treat city water by removing chlorine, chloramine, disinfection by-products, bad tastes and odors, and other trace contaminants including VOCs, pesticides, herbicides, organic chemicals, lead, and more. It also provides enhanced protection against bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents: GENERAL WARNINGS ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… OPERATING CONDITIONS …………………………………………………………………………………………….…... INSTALLATION ………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…..…..….. Step 1 – Pre-Installation Inspection ……………………………………………………………..……… Step 2 – Selecting an Installation Location ………………………………………………..…..Step 3 - Load Media Tank …………………………………………………………………………………….. Step 4 – Attach Mounting Bracket to Housing Cap ………………………………..……… Step 5 –... -
Page 4: General Warnings
This water treatment system is designed specifically for the treatment of chlorinated city water supplies. ecoPLUS™ is not intended to be used to treat water from private wells or private surface water sources. -
Page 5: Operating Conditions
This water treatment system is designed specifically for the treatment of chlorinated city water supplies. ecoPLUS™ is not intended to be used to treat water from private wells or private surface water sources. If you are unsure of the status of your water supply, please contact your dealer for assistance. -
Page 6: Installation
INSTALLATION WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE STARTING THE ACTUAL INSTALLATION. THE VIQUA UVMAX E4 (UV STERILIZER) OWNER’S MANUAL IS INTEGRAL TO THIS SYSTEM AND SHOULD BE READ IN DETAIL PRIOR TO INSTALLATION. THIS MANUAL IS ENCLOSED WITH YOUR UV STERILIZER. WHILE WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND THAT A LICENSED PLUMBER PERFORM ALL INSTALLATION WORK, A MECHANICALLY-INCLINED HOMEOWNER WITH SUITABLE PLUMBING KNOWLEDGE CAN INSTALL THIS SYSTEM. -
Page 7: Step 1 - Pre-Installation Inspection
Step 1. – Pre-Installation Inspection Inspect all of the components that you received with your unit. You should have received the following:... -
Page 8: Step 2 - Selecting An Installation Location
1. Media Tank 16. Catalytic Carbon (Media #4) 2. Riser Tube (shipped inside #1) 17. Coconut Shell Carbon (Media #3) 3. Valve Head w/ Upper Screen 18. KDF 55 (Media #2) 4. Cartridge Filter Housing Cap 19. Undebed Gravel (Media #1) 5. -
Page 9: Step 3 - Load Media Tank
Depending on the configuration of your plumbing system, this is not always possible. ecoPLUS™ should be installed after your pressure tank and booster pump, if applicable, and before your hot water heater. - Page 10 pressure on the riser tube while adding the gravel to ensure that the distributor does not shift out of its recess or rise up. Ensure that you create an even layer of gravel across the bottom of the tank. Ensure that the riser tube remains centered in the opening at the top of the tank. media 2, 3.
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Page 11: Step 4 - Attach Mounting Bracket To Housing Cap
A small tube of lubricant is provided in the small parts bag. Do NOT use petroleum jelly. The ecoPLUS™ Valve Head can now be secured to the top of the tank. Before attaching the Valve Head, check to make sure that there is no debris such as gravel or media in the tank threads. -
Page 12: Step 5 - Attach Housing Cap To Wall
Step 5. – Attach Housing Cap to Wall 9 inches clearance to left of bracket 19 inches clearance to right of bracket 52 3/4 inches from floor to top of bracket Attach the cartridge filter housing cap and mounting bracket to your wall using the remaining four (4) lag bolts and washers as shown below. -
Page 13: Step 6 - Install Cartridge Filter And Attach Sump
level to ensure that the bracket is mounted level to the floor. You will need to ensure that there is adequate space on either side of the bracket to accommodate the system. Ideally, you should have approximately 9-12 inches on the left and 19-22 inches on the right, although installation in a smaller space is possible. -
Page 14: Step 8 - Connect The Bypass Assembly To Valve Head
Step 8. – Connect the Bypass Assembly to Valve Head Thread the bypass assembly on to the valve head on the ecoPlus™ media tank as shown. Again, note the position of the fitting stops. The threaded collars of the bypass assembly should thread right up to the fitting stops with no gap. -
Page 15: Step 10 - Connect The Bypass To The Inlet Assembly
Then, turn the collet to securely lock the fitting. Step 10. – Connect Bypass to Inlet Assembly Position the ecoPLUS™ media tank to align the bypass assembly with the inlet assembly attached to the cartridge filter housing cap. - Page 16 Note that the black base of the media tank is not permanently attached to the rest of the tank. If your tank appears to be crooked, the base has likely been knocked out of alignment during shipping. This can be correct by picking the tank up and tapping it on a hard surface while holding it perpendicular to the floor.
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Page 17: Step 11 - Mount & Install Uv Sterilizer
Locate the 1” NPT to 1” NPT (36” long) flexible stainless steel connector. Connect one end of the flexible stainless steel connector to the outlet assembly on the ecoPLUS™ tank’s bypass. It connects in the same way as a garden hose attaches to an outdoor faucet. Do not use Teflon®... -
Page 18: Step 13 - Connect The System To Inlet And Outlet Pipes
Following completion of the entire installation, restore the water flow by turning on the household main water valve and allow all air to be purged from the plumbing system before turning the power back on to your water heater. Step 13. – Connect System to Inlet and Outlet Pipes The 1 inch NPT stainless steel fitting on the inlet side of the cartridge filter housing cap should be plumbed to your incoming water supply pipe. -
Page 19: Step 14 - Leak Testing And Media Conditioning
Common Installation Configuration: Step 14 – Leak Testing and Media Conditioning Ensure that the bypass valve is in the “bypass” position (see next page for diagram). Turn on the main water supply. Open a cold water tap nearby and let the water run for a few minutes until the system is free of foreign material and air that may have resulted from the installation. - Page 20 INSPECT ALL PLUMBING CONNECTIONS AND THE INTERFACE BETWEEN THE MEDIA TANK AND ITS VALVE HEAD FOR LEAKS AND REPAIR ANY LEAKS FOUND BEFORE PROCEEDING. IN PARTICULAR, INSPECT THE BUSHING ON THE OUTLET OF THE UV STERILZER. WHILE THIS PART IS FACTORY INSTALLED, IT IS NOT LEAK TESTED DURING PRODUCTION.
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Page 21: Step 15 - System Disinfection
Step 15 – System Disinfection Place the ecoPLUS™ bypass valve in the “bypass” position. Follow the instructions in the Viqua UVMax E4 Owner’s Manual Section 3.2 “Disinfection Procedure” to disinfect the UV sterilizer and downstream plumbing. -
Page 22: Maintenance
first week after installation, you may notice small black specs or a grey/black discoloration caused by carbon fines (dust). This is normal and will go away on its own. The carbon dust is not harmful. Air trapped in your water lines after installation can sometimes cause the water to appear milky. - Page 23 The replacement filter cartridge for your system is: Hydronix SDC-45-2005 This is a unique multi-gradient 5 micron sediment filter with high dirt-holding capacity and improved water pressure performance. We strongly recommend the use of only genuine replacement filters in your system. While other filters may fit, they could compromise the performance of your system.
- Page 24 CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE UV CONTROLLER. SUCH DAMAGE IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY. Media Replacement The media in you ecoPLUS™ system and ecoTAC filter are designed for a life of 5 years or 1,000,000 gallons, whichever comes first. The replacement media kit for your ecoPLUS™ filter is: EP-1000-R...
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Page 25: Validations
Canada. You can be assured that only the finest materials have gone into the manufacture of all ecoPLUS™ systems and that the materials used are safe for potable water contact. The following is a list of key system components:... -
Page 26: Satisfaction Guarantee
EP-1000 Series Media: 1,000,000 gallons or 5 Years whichever comes first, Pro- rated* UV Sterilizer Chamber: 10 Years UV Sterilizer Controller: 3 Years All Other Components: 1 year *Note: ecoPLUS™ systems are designed to treat water supplied by a public water utility. The... - Page 27 The term of these warranties begins on the date of delivery of the product to the customer and continues until the earlier of: the end of the warranty term noted above;...
- Page 28 The original warranty period does not change in the event of part replacement by HomePlus Products Inc. This warranty is issued exclusively to the original consumer purchaser of record so long as the product remains installed in the original location of installation, and is not transferable. The provisions of the foregoing warranties are in lieu of any other warranty, whether expressed or implied, written or oral (including any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose).
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