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Ascent™ 40
Service Manual
NOTE:
P l e a s e r e a d t h e s e i n s t r u c t i o n s b e f o r e o p e r a t i n g t h e u n i t .
D e s i g n a n d c o l o r m a y d i f f e r f r o m t h e i m a g e . T h e u n i t s p e c i f i c a t i o n s
a r e s u b j e c t t o c h a n g e w i t h o u t p r i o r n o t i c e . T h e r a t e d v o l t a g e o f t h i s
u n i t i s 1 2 0 V A C / 6 0 H z
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  • Page 1 Ascent™ 40 Service Manual NOTE: P l e a s e r e a d t h e s e i n s t r u c t i o n s b e f o r e o p e r a t i n g t h e u n i t . D e s i g n a n d c o l o r m a y d i f f e r f r o m t h e i m a g e .
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Before you begin P l e a s e r e a d t h e i n f o r m a t i o n c o n t a i n e d i n t h i s m a n u a l c a r e f u l l y b e f o r e p r o c e e d i n g w i t h t h e i n s t a l l a t i o n .
  • Page 3: Conditions For Use

    Conditions For Use CAUTION DO NOT USE WITH WATER THAT IS MICROBIOLOGICALLY UNSAFE OR OF UNKNOWN QUALITY WITHOUT ADEQUATE DISINFECTION BEFORE OR AFTER THE SYSTEM THIS DRINKING WATER SYSTEM IS FOR USE ON POTABLE COLD WATER SUPPLIES ONLY Source Water Supply Municipal/Private: Potable Water Supply System Pressure:...
  • Page 4: System Overview

    - Field resettable leak stop The Ascent™ 40 is available in two filter configurations: 1. Ascent 40-RO: This Ascent 40-RO model filters your water through a series of filters and a RO membrane to reduce contaminants. These are: 10 micron sediment filter (P/N BFC-SED) Pre-Carbon GAC filter (P/N BFC-PRE) C.
  • Page 5: Receiving Your Equipment

    Receiving Your Equipment A common carrier will be delivering your Culligan Ascent 40 product. Upon receipt you should check the following. Are the systems still on the pallet? Count the number of boxes you are signing for. Is there any obvious damage to the product or the boxes? If there are any discrepancies or obvious damage to the equipment or boxes, please note it on the “Bill of Lading”...
  • Page 6: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions Warning: Do not install or use this drinking water system where the source water is microbiologically unsafe or with water of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system. Warning: A pressure regulator, such as a slow flow regulator, must be installed before the systems water inlet if the water pressure (including any possible spikes) could exceed 80 PSI (5.5 bar).
  • Page 7 To prevent electric shock and fire hazards, do not use with other than specified power source. • Changes or modifications not approved by CULLIGAN will void any product warranty. • If system begins to leak, unplug, turn off water supply and call service center immediately.
  • Page 8: Installation Procedures

    The Ascent 40-RO system requires a waste or drain line for the RO membrane. The drain line should include an Air Gap and back flow restrictor. See diagram. Check the available power supply to assure proper electrical service. In the U.S., the voltage specification is 120 V 60 hertz.
  • Page 9: Filter Flushing Procedures

    Filter Flushing Procedures – RO Filter Flushing Procedures for Ascent 40 Filter Configurations The filters can be flushed either outside of the cooler (External) or within the cooler (Internal). Either method is appropriate, and the below instructions show both methods for either the RO or Carbon filtration systems.
  • Page 10 3. Flush the post-carbon filter 3.1. Remove the pH filter and reinstall in its original filter position 3.2. Move the sediment filter to the pre-carbon position 3.3. Move the post-carbon filter to the sediment position 3.4. Prepare to backflush the post-carbon filter 3.4.1.
  • Page 11 Filter Flushing Procedures – Carbon Carbon Filtration Flushing Procedures Carbon Filtration - External Flushing Run water through the Lead Reduction Carbon block filter in accordance with the instructions on the filter label Carbon Filtration - Internal Flushing Flush the Lead Reduction Carbon block filter in accordance with the instructions on the filter label 1.1.
  • Page 12: Flushing The Entire System

    Flushing the Entire System During the following steps you should be checking for any leaks, loose fittings, hot water, cold water and production rate. See Final inspection. Turn the water to the system on, plug the system in and let the reservoir fill. RO systems will fill in one to two hours.
  • Page 13: Sanitization Instructions

    Sanitization Instructions Sanitizing the Cold Tank: It is strongly encouraged that all systems are sanitized using Hydrogen Peroxide prior to placing in the field. Please follow these steps to properly perform this important step. Remove two screws on rear of top lid and remove top lid.
  • Page 14: Final Inspection

    Final Inspection Verify the following: There are no leaks or loose components. The hot water is over 160°F. The cold water is below 50°F. Confirm acceptable product water flow The system exterior is clean and all components are in place. OTHER ITEMS Once a system has been flushed it should remain plugged in and water dispensed occasionally.
  • Page 15: Filter Changing Procedure

    Filter Changing Procedure Filter Changing Procedure Verify filter configuration required for servicing. Flush the appropriate filters prior to installation using a filter pre-flush station. Protect flushed filters from extreme cold temperatures and potential sources of contamination. Dispose of replaced filters in accordance with local laws after removing filtration m edia.
  • Page 16: Part Diagrams

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  • Page 21: Process Flow Diagrams

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  • Page 23: Specifications

    (including any possible pressure spikes) could exceed 80 PSI (5.5 bar). Failure to comply will void warranty. CULLIGAN and its manufacturers accept no liability for damage caused by excessive water pressure. Do not use this drinking water system where the source water is microbiologically unsafe or with water of unknown quality without adequate disinfecting before or after the system.
  • Page 24: Product Limited Warranty

    CULLIGAN to Dealer/Distributor. During the term of this initial warranty, CULLIGAN, at its sole discretion, will supply parts to the installing Dealer/Distributor to correct the defect.
  • Page 25: Warranty Procedure

    Export Warranty: The CULLIGAN export warranty shall apply to all area outside of the Continental limits of the United States and Canada. The export warranty shall mirror the domestic warranty set forth above in all respects except that a) the export warranty shall be limited to the Initial Term and there is no coverage for the additional warranty through the fifth year and b) the...

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