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Aquasana EQ-FE20 Owner's Manual

Aquasana EQ-FE20 Owner's Manual

Whole house water filter iron filter

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What are dimensions of pressure relief screw on top of 20 inch prefilter. It is rubberized and beginning to deteriorate

Summary of Contents for Aquasana EQ-FE20

  • Page 1 EQ-FE20 Whole House Water Filter Iron Filter Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Meet clean, healthy water. Your new Aquasana Whole House Iron Filter was expertly engineered to reduce iron commonly found in well and city water. Enjoy the peace of mind that comes from knowing our award-winning water filter technology is working for you.
  • Page 3: Box Contents

    BOX CONTENTS Iron Pre-Filter Pre-Filter Iron Filter Cartridge Cartridge Pre-Filter Iron Filter Sump Wrench Support Shut-Off Threaded Valve Reducer Slip 3" Bracket (2) Valve Adapters (2) Bushing Unions (2) Nipples (5) Parts and pieces included with your system will vary depending on your specific order. Please call Customer Service with any questions or concerns 866-662-6885.
  • Page 4: System Configuration

    SYSTEM CONFIGURATION Stand-Alone Iron Filter System Note the correct sequencing below. Incoming Water Supply Pre-Filter Iron Filter Complete Water Filtration System Installation shown below includes a bypass loop. Incoming Water Supply UV Filter Pre-Filter 10" Post-Filter Iron Filter Rhino Water ®...
  • Page 5 • Install on cold water lines only 40°– 90°F (4.4º – 32.2ºC). • Installation of the filtration system must comply with existing state and local plumbing codes. Aquasana and its manufacturer are not liable for consequential or incidental damages due to improper installation.
  • Page 6: Use & Care

    • Unit must be installed in an area This filter system is designed and tested where the main water line enters for use with genuine Aquasana parts your home, before connecting to including replacement filters and all the water heater. DO NOT install hardware.
  • Page 7: Installation Steps

    INSTALLATION STEPS Select Location WARNING Before installing, lay out system in appropriate configuration. Improper sequence of equipment will affect performance and could possibly damage your system. DO NOT install after the water heater or on the hot water line. Components and installation will vary. Turn off the main water source prior to installation.
  • Page 8 INSTALLATION STEPS Filtration System Add-Ons Preparation If you’ve added any additional components to your filtration system, stop now and read the separate, individual manuals for those systems in their entirety. COPPER PIPES ONLY (proceed to Step 5 for PVC Pipes) When installing on metallic plumbing, ensure you take the following precautions.
  • Page 9 INSTALLATION STEPS Configure System 1. Fit Pre-Filter and Iron Filter into the desired location. NOTE: The caps are marked with “IN” and “OUT” on the top of the housing. 2. Using the provided screws, mount the brackets to the sump caps in accordance with desired flow direction.
  • Page 10 INSTALLATION STEPS Connect System WARNING Properly connect system together accordingly (slip fittings, barbed fittings, NSF certified PVC glue, etc.). All parts must flow through the “IN” port in the correct direction of water flow. 1. Review the diagram below for proper order of parts. If incoming water supply line is 1", now is the time to use the supplied reducer bushing and threaded valve adaptor to reduce to ¾".
  • Page 11: Troubleshooting Guide

    INSTALLATION STEPS Insert Filters 1. Insert the Pre-Filter into the first housing labeled “Pre-Filter”. Insert the Iron Filter into the housing labeled “Iron-Filter”. NOTE: The notch in the bottom of the housing centers the filter cartridges. 2. Coat the O-rings of both filter housings with the included lubricant. 3.
  • Page 12: Performance Data Sheet

    >7 pH 5 micron Manufactured by: Aquasana, Inc. 6310 Midway Road · Haltom City, Texas 76117 · 866-662-6885 Internally Tested Performance Data for the Whole House Iron Filter: No harmful chemicals are added to the water making it completely safe for drinking water applications.
  • Page 13: Warranty

    Aquasana.com. A water filter should be installed in such a manner that, if the tank or any connection thereto should leak, the resulting flow of water will not cause damage to the area in which it is installed.
  • Page 14 • Damage caused by over-pressurization in the water line. 6. This warranty does not cover damage caused by the use of parts that are not genuine Aquasana parts. This includes, but is not limited to replacement filters, faucets, and/or diverter valves.
  • Page 15: Water For Life ® Program

    Replace your filters on time, without worry — auto-delivered to you, for less. It’s important to change your filters using genuine Aquasana replacements for continued water filtration and optimum system performance. This is why we offer our no contract, auto-ship filter replacement program called Water for Life ®...
  • Page 16 LOVE IT? NEED HELP? Please let us know with a Give us a call at review on Aquasana or 866-662-6885 your retailer’s site. tell us what's going on. Aquasana, Inc. 6310 Midway Road Haltom City, Texas 76117 866.662.6885 USA 877.332.7873 Canada www.aquasana.com...