Penguin Water 117-PUCF Series Manual

Non-electric upflow carbon filter

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Penguin Water Non-Electric
Upflow Carbon Filter
117-PUCF-XX

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  • Page 1 Penguin Water Non-Electric Upflow Carbon Filter 117-PUCF-XX...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Unpacking and Inspection ..................3 Safety Guide ...................... 3 Penguin Chemical Removal Filter ................4 Benefits ......................4 Four-Step Treatment Process ................4 Before Starting Installation ..................5 Proper Installation ....................5 Specifications ......................6 System Dimensions ....................7 Plumbing View ......................
  • Page 3: Unpacking And Inspection

    • Use care when handling the system. Do not turn upside down, drop, drag, or set on sharp protrusions • WARNING: This system does not remove biological contaminants. Penguin Water rec- ommends that bacteria levels be checked periodically to ensure there is no bacteria...
  • Page 4: Penguin Chemical Removal Filter

    Penguin Chemical Removal Filter The Penguin Non-Electric Upflow Carbon Filter provides chlorine, chloramine, chemical, and pesticide removal for the whole house. This efficient system uses no electricity and produces no waste water. The Penguin Non-Electric Upflow Carbon Filter utilizes a 4-stage process engineered to provide healthy, safe, great tasting water to every faucet in your home.
  • Page 5: Before Starting Installation

    Before Starting Installation Proper Installation This water system must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installa- tion Instructions before it is used or the warranty will be void. • Do not install or store where it will be ex- •...
  • Page 6: Specifications

    Specifications Please review operating pressures, temperatures and water chemistry limitations to en- sure compatibility. Specifications PUCF-10 PUCF-15 PUCF-20 Tank Size 9" x 48" 10" x 54" 12" x 52" Plumbing Connections 3/4" QC 3/4" QC 3/4" QC Gravel Quantity - Pounds KDF 55 - Pounds GAC Carbon - Cubic Feet 0.33...
  • Page 7: System Dimensions

    System Dimensions Dimensions PUCF-10 PUCF-15 PUCF-20 52.5" 58.5" 56.5" 50" 56" 54" 9" 10" 12" 2.5" 2.5" 2.5"...
  • Page 8: Plumbing View

    Plumbing View...
  • Page 9: Installation

    Installation Remove the tank from the shipping carton. Verify the riser tube is centered in the bottom of the tank. There is an indentation in the bottom of the tank that will allow the distributor tube to be centered. A flashlight may be needed to verify the tube is in the center of the tank.
  • Page 10 Install the upper basket on the bottom of the head by lining up the tabs then turning the basket clockwise to lock it in place. Place the upper basket over the distributor tube and push the head on the tank. Thread the head on the tank by turning it clock- wise.
  • Page 11 10. Prepare the tank connections by installing the nut on the elbow connector. Push the split white ring down over the elbow fitting to the second groove. Use the supplied silicone grease to lubricate the O-ring. Slide the O-ring over the elbow fitting and put it in the first groove.
  • Page 12 11. Lubricate the O-rings on the supplied bypass with the silicone grease. Install the by- pass on the tank and fully tighten the retaining nuts. The bypass will move slightly once tight. It is made to flex and move and will not be rigid. Be sure the O-rings are lubricated on the elbow connectors previously assembled.
  • Page 13 12. Connect the cold water supply to the "Up Flow" inlet of the Non-Electric Upflow Car- bon Filter tank NOTE: The Non-Electric Upflow Carbon Filter system operates in the UPFLOW mode which is the opposite of a conventional water softener. 13.
  • Page 14: Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance Schedule Media Pack Replace every 5 - 7 Years (Gravel) (KDF) (Catalytic Granular Activated Carbon) (Granular Activated Carbon)
  • Page 15: Warranty

    Additional Terms & Conditions – water treatment equipment. The Penguin Water dealer will, at its op- • The warranty does not cover any claims tion, either make repairs to correct any de- submitted to The Penguin Water Deal-...
  • Page 16 In no circumstan- What to do if you have a problem cov- ces will the Penguin Water Dealer be liable ered by this warranty - Any warranty cov- for more than, and purchaser-user’s rem-...

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