Summary of Contents for Panasonic MicroClear TK-CS500
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TK-CS500 Model No. Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. ■ Please read these instructions carefully before using this product, and save this manual for future use. ■ Please carefully read the “Safety Precautions” (P. EN3-EN4) of this manual before use.
The Water Purifier z Delivers safe water without the need of boiling. z Creates enough amount of clean water so that you can also use it for cooking and dish washing. • Free residual chlorine • 1,2-DCE • Turbidity • Benzene •...
Safety Precautions Please make sure to follow these instructions In order to prevent any harm to human body or damage to property, always follow the instructions below. The following classifies the degree of risks of harm and damage caused by ...
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Safety Precautions (continued) Please make sure to follow these instructions CAUTION Installation location z Do not block the main spout, or bend, twist, flatten, pull or clamp the hose. ( Doing so may cause water to leak, interrupt the output of water or cause other problems.) z Do not connect a hose or any other appliances to main spout.
Operating Precautions Water supply Usage z Do not drink water in case of the following z Do not lay down the main unit for use. conditions. ( Doing so may cause malfunction.) Very turbid water, or water containing a great z Use water with the temperatures shown in deal of red rust the table below.
Check the main unit and Installation 1 supplied accessories Overall figure Main unit Outlet pipe Cover Faucet 90 ° 90 ° Main spout Hose Bypass selector Display Cartridge life Water purification Indicator mark The cartridge life is Lights when purified indicated in 4 levels.
Installation 2 the main unit Prepare 2 LR6 (AA Alkaline battery). Use of batteries not specified will significantly shorten the usage time. Panasonic batteries are recommended. Remove the cover. ❷ ❶ T urn the cover until it comes in contact with the stopper.
It is time to replace the batteries. Replace them with new ones. Approximate battery life: About 1 year Panasonic batteries are recommended. Replacing the batteries does not reset the remaining amount (approximate) of the cartridge. The indicator will show the remaining amount just before the replacement.
Check the shape of faucet Installation 3 Water faucet to which the Water Purifier cannot be installed Faucet without a metal lip end Faucet with an end of 10 mm or less 10 mm or less Plastic or other material Shower nozzle Faucet with sensor Note...
Attach the bypass selector Installation 4 Keep all parts that are not used during installation, as they may be needed later if the unit is moved or the faucet is changed. Outside-screwed faucet y Water faucet to which the bypass selector can be installed without any accessory. Aerator (not used) y Do not use the removed aerator.
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Attach the bypass selector Installation 4 (continued) Keep all parts that are not used during installation, as they may be needed later if the unit is moved or the faucet is changed. Inside-screwed faucet y Water faucet to which the bypass selector can be installed with an accessory. Aerator (not used) y Do not use the removed aerator.
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Attach the bypass selector Installation 4 (continued) Keep all parts that are not used during installation, as they may be needed later if the unit is moved or the faucet is changed. Faucet without an aerator y Water faucet to which the bypass selector can be installed with an accessory. ①...
I nstall the Water Purifier Installation 5 After completing the preparations, connect the hose. ① Remove the hose fastening nut from the bypass selector, and pass the hose through the nut. ② Insert the hose into the bypass selector as far as it will go. ③...
Check after installation Installation 6 Run purified water for about 3 to 4 minutes to expel the air inside the main unit. ① Set the bypass selector to “ ”. ② Turn on the water faucet to let the water flow. If air is not removed, water is poorly drained off from the main spout when stopped.
How to Use Set the bypass selector to “ ” : Purified water “ ” : Unpurified Open the faucet. At the beginning of daily use, run water approx. 0.6 liters (approx. 18 seconds) before using. (P. EN4) Tap water The water purification mark lights.
Maintenance Important Do not use detergents, cleansers, paint thinners, benzine, alcohol or kerosene for cleaning purposes. If, for instance, a detergent is used by mistake, wipe the surface with a damp cloth immediately to remove all traces of the detergent. Otherwise, •...
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Maintenance (continued) Bypass selector mounting part Remove the bypass selector, then Water intake rinse the filter and water intake. Using a clean The water flow may decrease when toothbrush or similar tools the filter in the bypass selector connection area becomes clogged with impurities.
Replacing the Cartridge Replacement cartridge When the service life of the cartridge is to be expired or the Model No: water purifying ability is reduced, please replace the cartridge TK-AS500C-EX with a new one. TK-AS46C1 (For Taiwan) Also, replacing the batteries at the time is recommended since they TK-AS500C (For Egypt) (P.
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Replacing the Cartridge (continued) Replacing method Before replacing the cartridge, turn off the faucet. Do not run water through the Water Purifier with the cartridge removed. (Doing so may cause the water to overflow.) Dispose of the used cartridge in accordance with the applicable ordinances in the area concerned. (The material of the cartridge cover is ABS.
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Replacing the Cartridge (continued) Press the reset button (for approx. 3 seconds). The four dots of the cartridge life indicator light. (Approx. 3 seconds) (P. EN18) Reset button Be sure to press reset button even when it is replaced earlier than the replacement timing. (To display the next replacement timing correctly) Attach the cover.
When the Water Supply is Cut Off The Water Purifier cannot be used. If the water is cut off during use, turn off the faucet. When the water supply is restored, set the bypass selector to “ ” and first run unpurified water (tap water) into the sink to remove the air and turbid water inside the pipes.
When Moving the Water Purifier Remove water from the main unit with the following steps before moving the product. Stand the main unit while moving. After removing the water, a small amount of water may remain, so put the main unit in a bag, etc. Disconnect the hose.
Q&A Question Answer TK-AS500C-EX What is the part number TK-AS46C1 (For Taiwan) of the cartridge for TK-AS500C (For Egypt) replacement? (P. EN26) For usage, we have confirmed a removal capacity of 12 000 liters by running water. The cartridge cannot be used beyond Is it possible to use the the amount.
Before Requesting a Repair Service First, check P. EN24 to P. EN25. If the problem is not solved after the following contents are checked, contact the dealer where you purchased the product. Problem Check point Is the amount of water flow too small? Although water flow is not (less than approx.
Before Requesting a Repair Service (continued) Problem Check point The water produced by the Water Purifier has Purification performance of the cartridge is deteriorated. an odor or unpleasant → Replace the cartridge. (P. EN19-EN20) taste or is turbid Optional Accessories Obtain all optional accessories from your dealer.
Specifications Main unit ABS resin ABS resin Main materials Bypass selector Vinyl chloride Hose Dimensions Approx. 100(W) × 165(D) × 292(H) mm Main unit Approx. 1.0 kg (approx. 1.4 kg when full of water) Weight Temperature of water used by Water Purifier Under 35 °C (under 80 °C for bypass selector) The lowest applicable dynamic water pressure 70 kPa...
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