Rainfresh FC000 Installation And Operation Instruction

INTRODUCTION
Filter units containing sediment cartridges for dirt, rust and algae may be installed on main cold line serving whole house
(FC100, FC300, FC150, FC350, FC355). If fi tted with the CF2 activated carbon cartridge for reduction of chlorine taste, odour,
colour, and sediment, install inline or undersink to serve 1 or 2 drinking outlets (FC200, FC205, FC250).
INSTALLATION CAUTIONS
• Warning: Do not use on water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the unit.
For effective disinfection install Rainfresh Drinking Water System 1, 2 or 3 or a Rainfresh UV system for whole house.
• For whole house installation - Always install after your pump and pressure tank (well or lake water) or after your meter and your main
shut off valve (city water). NEVER INSTALL FILTER HOUSING BETWEEN YOUR WELL PUMP & PRESSURE TANK as that can cause damage
to the unit and/or your well pump.
• Warning: Do not over tighten metal fi ttings into plastic fi lter head or it may crack.
• Warning: Do not use torch/heat near plastic housing. If necessary, wrap a wet cloth around the pipe and head to absorb heat.
All solder joints should be made before joining pipe to the fi lter head.
• Do not install in direct sunlight.
• Warning: Do not use thread sealing compounds such as PIPE DOPE, WICKING OR SEALER. Use only thread seal tape.
• Warning: Do not use petroleum based lubricants on the seals or unit as that can damage the unit and cause leaks.
Use only food grade silicone lubricant available at most retail stores.
• Allow at least three (3) inches above and below filter for clearance.
• For use on cold water only. Prevent unit from freezing - drain the unit if freezing temperatures exist.
• ELECTRICAL GROUNDING: If water pipes are used for grounding, install jumper wire (not included) across the fi lter unit.
• If water pressure will at any time exceed the 100 psi maximum, a pressure regulator and water hammer arrestor must be installed before the
fi lter to prevent potentially damaging shocks caused by high pressure. Recommended regulator setting is 75 psi / 5.1 bar/ 517 kPa or less.
• Do not install in multi-storeyed buildings over 4 storeys high.
• Installation shall comply with province/state and local regulations.
INSTALLATION
For solderless installation on copper, CPVC or PEX pipe, use Rainfresh connector kits (not included) - See Fig 1, 2 & 3
Kits can be ordered online at www.rainfreshstore.ca.
1. Turn off water supply and depressurize lines before installing filter.
2. Install fi lter using Rainfresh Connector Kits or standard pipe fi ttings in desired location making sure water enters inlet
side of fi lter as marked on fi lter head.
3. Remove sump from head by lifting and rotating it left an eighth turn to stop and lower carefully. Remove the cartridge,
remove plastic wrap from cartridge and replace in sump with coloured gasket facing up. Replace sump and turn
right until locked with index marks in line (FIG A). With standard unit depress and hold vent button when
removing or replacing sump.
4. Standard Unit - Open valves before and after the filter.
Valve-in-head Unit - Turn the control handle to the "ON" position.
5. Turn on water supply and fl ush unit for 10 minutes and allow sitting overnight to condition. In the morning fl ush briefl y
before beginning service. New carbon cartridges give off some carbon dust during the first few minutes of flushing.
Note: When filter pressurizes, the sump will move downward slightly. This is normal.
YOUR FILTER IS NOW IN OPERATION.
FIG 1
JUMPER WIRE
Shut-Off Valve
(included with CK1P)
Standard
Head Models
• FC000
• FC100
• FC300
Water Filter Models FC000, FC005, FC100, FC200, FC205, FC300,
FIG 2
Valve-in-Head
Models
• FC050
• FC150
CK1P
• FC350
WHOLE HOUSE
• FC355
INSTALLATION
FC050, FC150, FC250, FC350, FC355
Installation and Operation Instructions
(Please read carefully before proceeding and retain for future reference)
JUMPER WIRE
CK2P
WHOLE HOUSE
INSTALLATION
SCAN FOR
INSTALLATION
VIDEO
FIG A
FIG 3
Models
• FC200
• FC205
• FC250
CK3
UNDERSINK
INSTALLATION