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- Page 1 HIGH FLOW WHOLE HOUSE WATER FILTER INSTALLATION AND OPERATION GUIDE Copyright 2025 Crystal Quest ® All rights reserved MADE IN THE USA...
- Page 2 The contaminants or other substances removed or reduced by the selected cartridge(s) are not necessarily in your water. Ask your local water municipality for a copy of their water analysis, or have your water tested by a reputable water lab. • Do not use non-Crystal Quest replacement cartridges. ®...
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Page 3: Safety Precaution
SAFETY PRECAUTION Read all instructions, specifications, cautions, and warnings before installing and using your water filter system. Learn the specific details regarding installation and use. Failure to follow them could cause serious property damage. Installation errors can cause property damage. All equipment needs to be plumbed into the water system by a licensed plumber. - Page 4 HOW TO AVOID ACCIDENTAL PROPERTY DAMAGE Crystal Quest Point-of-Entry Water Filters use the latest technologies available to ensure and prevent water rupture. However, if manufacturing guidelines are not followed, water damage can occur. Causes of flooding include excessive water pressure, spikes in water pressure, human tampering, and negligent installation.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Information and Safety Precautions ..........................2 How to Avoid Accidental Damage & Tools Needed ........................4 Arrival,Unpacking, and Inspection System Location ........................6 Installation Diagrams ..................................7 Installing Optional UV Lamps ................................8 Vacuum Breaker....................................9 Connecting Water Filter System to Water Supply .........................10 Connecting Pre- and Post-Filters to Water Supply ........................11 Connecting Tubing to Control Valve .............................12 Control Valve Types...... -
Page 6: System Location
• Pipe, shut-off valves, and fittings are not provided by Crystal Quest ® CHECK LIST WATER FILTER SYSTEM •... - Page 7 TYPICAL INSTALLATIONS AND SYSTEM LOCATIONS (WITH BACKWASH OR REGENERATION FEATURES) The system needs to be installed by a licensed plumber in any state or country. Specifically, the following states require a licensed plumber OR allow a state-registered installer or contractor to install your water filter system: AR, CA, GA, KS, MA, MI, MN, OK, RI, SC, SD, TX, VT, and WI.
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Page 8: Horizontal Placement
PLASTIC PIPE OR NIPPLE Pipe and shut- To change the UV off valves are not SOLVENT bulb, follow provided by BOND instructions Crystal Quest ® provided in the FITTINGS ULTRAVIOLET UV Installation and Operation Guide. OUTLET INLET HORIZONTAL PLACEMENT CONNECTING UV TO GALVANIZED PIPE... -
Page 9: Vacuum Breaker
VACUUM BREAKER When gas escapes from the system, the gas will climb up the pipe and eventually collect at the highest point of the system. The automatic exhaust valve is generally installed at the highest point of the system. When gas enters the exhaust valve, as the gas in the valve increases, the pressure rises. -
Page 10: Connecting Water Filter System To Water Supply
CONNECTING WATER FILTER SYSTEM TO WATER SUPPLY MECHANICAL/AUTOMATIC • Turn off the main water shutoff valve. MINIMUM MATERIALS NEEDED • Open all plumbing fixtures in the house including all outside • 1” or 1.5” male thread adapters to plumb the system faucets in order to drain the lines of all water. -
Page 11: Connecting Pre- And Post-Filters To Water Supply
CONNECTING PRE- AND POST-FILTERS TO WATER SUPPLY Turn off the water supply and open Using a pipe cutter, cut pipe. Sand Pre-filter: Sediment Cartridge a nearby faucet to drain the water (file) cut ends of pipe to assure that Post-filter: Carbon Block (for EAGLE systems, the UltraFiltration out of pipes. -
Page 12: Connecting Tubing To Control Valve
CONNECTING TUBING TO CONTROL VALVE - MECHANICAL AND AUTOMATIC Press 1/2” I.D. semi-rigid or non-collapsible plastic tubing onto drain line hose barb until snug and secure with a hose clamp (Figs 14 and 15). TRANSFORMER OUTLET PLASTIC TUBING • Plug cord from control valve into 110V electrical outlet. Make certain that outlet is supplied with power at all times. -
Page 13: Additional Information
2510 CONTROL HEAD SPECIFICATIONS MODEL 2510 - 3/4” COMMERCIAL CONTROL VALVE <NXT MODEL • Offers best-in-class flow rates in a 3/4” to 1-1/4” NPT, BSP, and sweat • No hard water bypass piston • Brine cam auxiliary switch • Electromechanical 7- or 12-day time clock, meter delayed, or meter immediate regeneration •... - Page 14 2850 CONTROL HEAD SPECIFICATIONS MODEL 2850 - 1” COMMERCIAL CONTROL VALVE <NXT MODEL • Supports 1” to 1-1/2” NPT, BSP, and sweat connections for commercial systems. • No hard water bypass piston ensures consistent soft or filtered water. • Brine cam auxiliary switch optimizes brine cycle efficiency and salt usage. •...
- Page 15 DOWNFLOW MANUAL CONTROL VALVE W/ BACKWASH Model F56A1/A2 (51104/51204) Handle material Metal/plastic Mount type Top mount Inlet/outlet 1"F Drain 1"F Mounting base 2.5"-8NPSM Riser pipe 1.05"OD Flow rate 4m³/h Filter tank 6"--12" Water pressure 0.15-0.6Mpa Water 5-50°C 1", 2" F56A Manual Multiport Filter Valve temperature The F56A manual multiport filter valve features a flow rate of...
- Page 16 DOWNFLOW MANUAL CONTROL VALVE W/ BACKWASH/ UPFLOW HEAD INSTALLATION Riser pipe should be installed neither more than 2mm above the mouth of tank, nor over 5mm below it. Top end of riser pipe should be made rounded Resin Tank Riser Pipe 1.
- Page 17 1" Upflow Head In and Out w/ Diverter INSTALLATION Bypass Valve Installation Red Arrow Quick Connect Nut Top View Water Filter Head Water Softener Tank • Secure the bypass valve to the inlet and outlet connections of the tank. • Hand-tighten the connections and then give them an additional quarter-turn with a wrench. •...
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Page 18: Start-Up Instructions
START-UP INSTRUCTIONS The water softener should be installed with the inlet, outlet, and drain connections made in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations, and to meet applicable plumbing codes. Turn the manual regeneration knob slowly in a clockwise direction until the program micro switch lifts on top of the first set of pins. - Page 19 REGENERATION CYCLE SETTING PROCEDURE Timer Setting Procedure How To Change The Length Of The Backwash Time The program wheel as shown in the drawing is in the service position. As you look at the numbered side of the program wheel, the group of pins starting at zero determines the length of time your unit will backwash.
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Page 20: Programming Automatic Control Valve
NXT DIGITAL SETTINGS - PROGRAMMING AUTOMATIC CONTROL VALVE NETWORK/COMMUNICATION CABLES AND CONNECTIONS • Use either a CAT3 or CAT5 Network/Communication cable. • Connect the network/communication cable first before programming. • The maximum cable length between timers is 100 feet. • Connect each unit together from one communication port to the next communication port. - Page 21 NXT DIGITAL SETTINGS - PROGRAMMING AUTOMATIC CONTROL VALVE (CONTINUED)
- Page 22 NXT DIGITAL SETTINGS - PROGRAMMING AUTOMATIC CONTROL VALVE (CONTINUED)
- Page 23 NXT DIGITAL SETTINGS - PROGRAMMING AUTOMATIC CONTROL VALVE (CONTINUED)
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Page 24: Connecting Tubing To Brine Tank
CONNECTING TUBING TO BRINE TANK Remove the small white lid from the inside of the brine tank. Lift out parts inside and unscrew bolt. Remove the black brine tank lid. Remove the black plastic screw on opposite side and thread the hose through the tank. Thread the screw through the pre-made hole, and use the bolt to Place the black screw and additional parts around the hose and then screw securely... -
Page 25: How To Avoid Accidental Property Damage
HOW TO AVOID ACCIDENTAL PROPERTY DAMAGE Crystal Quest Point-of-Entry Water Filters use the latest technologies available to ensure and prevent water rupture. However, if manufacturing guidelines are not followed, water damage can occur. Causes of flooding include excessive water pressure, spikes in water pressure, human tampering, and negligent installation. -
Page 26: Guide For Replacing Media
GUIDE FOR REPLACING MEDIA Turn off the water to the unit and unplug from the power source. Replacement Media Disconnect the unit from your plumbing. Product Name Carefully unscrew the control valve off the top of the tank. Remove the riser tube from inside the mineral tank. Lay the tank on its side or lay over a trash can to remove media. -
Page 27: Replacing Filter Cartridges And Maintenance
REPLACING FILTER CARTRIDGE AND MAINTENANCE HEAD • You should change your filter cartridge when the water flow is noticeably reduced and/or between 12-18 months. • Turn off water to filter. Water must be shut off from an upstream FILTER CARTRIDGE valve or bypass. -
Page 28: Control Head Models
CONTROL HEAD MODELS 2850 Head 2850 Head 2510 Head Manual Head Upflow Head 7cu Tank 4 cu Tank 3 cu Tank 3 cu Tank 3 cu Tank Salt-Free Conditioner... - Page 29 CONTROL HEAD MODELS SPECIFICATIONS Standalone Specifications 15 GPM 20 GPM 35 GPM Tank Size (cubic feet) Pipe Size 1" 1.5" 1.5" Mineral Tank Size 14" x 65" 16" x 65" 21" x 62" Service Flow (GPM) Peak Flow (GPM) Backwash Flow (GPM) Space Required (W x D x H) 15"...
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Page 30: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CORRECTION WATER FILTER SYSTEM No water flow • Re-read the instructions to install the system properly. Mechanical, Automatic, • Check the in and out arrows on the bypass valve to ensure the Water Softener or Nitrate system is not piped backwards. and Tannin Filter Systems •... -
Page 31: Frequently Asked Questions
1. Shocking a well with bleach: This is the cheapest and quickest way to shock a well. For shallow wells (40 ft. or less) add a ½ gallon of bleach. For deep wells (40 ft. and over) add a gallon of bleach. 2. Using chlorination tablets: Similar to adding bleach, only specifically made to put into wells. Sold through Crystal Quest . Please call ®... - Page 32 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS CONT. What do some of the pop-up acronyms mean on my automatic valve head? • [Parameter Display - Data Display] Brief explanation of what the setting controls and recommendations for correctly setting it. • [Parameter Display - ****] A setting that should not be shown if setup correctly. If you are seeing this setting check to ensure other settings are set correctly.
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Page 33: One-Year Limited Warranty
Should service be required during or after the warranty period or should you have any questions regarding how to use your CRYSTAL QUEST Point of Entry Whole House Water Filter ®... - Page 34 KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE AND UNIT MAINTENANCE Product design is subject to change without notice. For further assistance contact your Crystal Quest Dealer ® or visit us at www.crystalquest.com...
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