Environmental Water Systems DWS Product And Installation Manual

Drinking water filtration systems

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Since 1987
PRODUCT AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
ESSENTIAL
Drinking Water Filtration Systems
Model Numbers:
DWS, DWS-UV
ALL FILTRATION PRODUCT PROUDLY MADE & ASSEMBLED IN THE USA
EWS, Inc./Environmental Water Systems
Office. 702.256.8182
Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Pacific Standard Time
Fax. 702.256.3744
www.ewswater.com
E-mail. customerservice@ewswater.com
Retain this Product & Installation Manual for Maintenance and Information
Please Register this Product - It is a Requirement for Warranty
Revised 1/2012
www.ewswater.com
O: 702.256.8182; M-F 8:30am-4:30pm PST
E: customerservice@ewswater.com

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  • Page 1 ESSENTIAL Drinking Water Filtration Systems Model Numbers: DWS, DWS-UV ALL FILTRATION PRODUCT PROUDLY MADE & ASSEMBLED IN THE USA EWS, Inc./Environmental Water Systems Office. 702.256.8182 Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Pacific Standard Time Fax. 702.256.3744 www.ewswater.com E-mail. customerservice@ewswater.com Retain this Product &...
  • Page 2 ESSENTIAL Drinking Water It’s not just about taste. Introducing the first and only drinking water system offering true protection from toxic contaminants. • World-class EWS quality and performance. • Highest quality carbon filtration available. • Hassle-free and low maintenance. • Quick and easy installation. •...
  • Page 3: System Specifications

    Pictured at Right: ESSENTIAL RO3. ‡Filter service life is based on local water conditions and usage. **UV upgrade is available pre-assembled as model# DWS-UV. A UV upgrade kit can be ESSENTIAL Reverse added to any DWS system at any time. Osmosis systems are UV upgraded systems only.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    A Special Message to Our Customers EWS, Inc. and Environmental Water Systems would like to thank you for your consideration in selecting from our comprehensive list of resi- dential filtration and conditioning product. We recommend that you take the time to read the information that pertains to your product as you begin to use it.
  • Page 5: Dispenser/Faucet

    Placement or Locating the Dispenser/Faucet Professional Installation is Strongly Recommended Preferred - Select a standard sink location to mount the faucet. It is recommended that the faucet be placed in a hole provided on most sinks similar to the ones used for a sprayer, soap dispenser and/or dishwasher air gap.
  • Page 6: Installation Of Dispenser/Faucet

    Installation of the Supplied Dispenser/Faucet Step by step instructions to mount and secure the supplied dispenser/faucet If using another faucet, please review the instructions included with that product** Step 1: Locate Faucet Parts Bag Enclosed Dispenser/Faucet Dimensions*** Parts Included: Height: from deck to top of dispenser 8”...
  • Page 7: Placement Or Locating The Essential Drinking Water System

    Step 1 All filter cartridges for the system are included. For Model # DWS-UV only, UV Lamp and Housing are pre-installed. Locate the 3 filter cartridges. Starting from the left or “FEED” side, Stage 1 insert the blue labeled pre-sediment filter, next Stage 2 insert the orange labeled pre-filter and lastly Stage 3 insert green post-filter.
  • Page 8: Supplied Professional Connection - Connection To Sink Cold Side Supply Line

    Supplied Professional Connection Professional Installation is Strongly Recommended The supplied fitting is a John Guest Angle Stop Valve which connects between the supply valve and riser to the main water supply line*. Instructions from the bag containing the supplied connection From parts bag locate: Angle Stop Valve 5 feet of red or orange 1/4”...
  • Page 9: Connection Of Tubing From Supply And To Dispenser/Faucet

    Connection of Tubing from Supply and to Dispenser/Faucet Step 1 This system may have come with sample plugs. If so, please remove correctly by following instructions below before installation. WARNING: NEVER ATTEMPT TO REMOVE TUBING OR SAMPLE PLUGS BY JUST PULLING. Follow simple instructions illustrated below to remove properly.
  • Page 10: System Start-Up And Operation Procedures

    Lack of any, or a proper, start-up will void the warranty. Step 1 For Essential DWS with UV Upgrade Only Connect UV lamp cord and plug in transformer unit to typical 110v electric outlet. (DWS-UV only) NOTE: Electrical outlet must be dedicated and unswitched. Be aware of any GFI outlets and the need to reset. Surge supression highly recommended.
  • Page 11: Replacement Of Filter Cartridges

    Inspect o-rings at cartridge top. Make sure they are clean, free of any debris and not damaged or kinked. Make sure it is correctly seated into the channel before replacement. Step 6 FOLLOW SYSTEM START-UP PROCEDURES AND FOLLOW PROPER TUBING CONNECTION INFORMATION Annual Replacement of UV Lamp (Model No. DWS-UV Only) Step 1: Unplug the transformer. Then disconnect the UV lamp cord. Step 2: Pull firmly on the UV lamp tail only to remove the lamp.
  • Page 12: Correct Filters And How To Order Replacements

    Filter and UV Lamp Replacements Correct set of filters for Model No. DWS Order Complete Set Model No. F.SET.DWS F-PRESED Stage 1 - 5 micron Pre-Sediment Filter Cartridge (blue label) F-GAC Stage 2 - Pre-Filter Advanced Carbon Cartridge (orange label)
  • Page 13: Troubleshooting

    Damaged in shipping,handling, and/ Replace part connection(s) or delivery Leak at plastic compression Damaged in shipping,handling, and/ fitting at UV Module (DWS-UV or delivery only) No water Water supply is off •Turn main water supply on, •Turn water supply at angle stop •Angle Stop Valve not open, •Open dispenser/faucet...
  • Page 14: Warranty

    EWS, Inc. and the distributors of EWS, Inc. will stand behind the warranties of materials and workmanship. However, EWS, Inc. and the distributors of EWS, Inc. and the Environmental Water Systems Product Line do not bear any responsibility for improper applications of product and/or improper installation. It is for this reason that EWS, Inc. provides complete information on all product for your understanding, specification, application and selection, and proper plumbing application and installation.
  • Page 15: How To Select Ews Whole Home Water Filtration

    T H E L E A D E R W H O L E H O M E W A T E R F I L T R A T I O N The Spectrum Is The Right Product For You, Your Family &...
  • Page 16 The EWS, Inc./Environmental Water System Product available through: Authorized Kitchen & Bath Showrooms, Appliance Showrooms, Building & Plumbing Wholesale Supply Locations and their building, plumbing, HVAC and service contractors, and Authorized Online Distributors. Contact Information: EWS, INC. Environmental Water Systems ewswater.com 702.256.8182 (M-F 8:30am-4:30pm PST) customerservice@ewswater.com 702.256.3744...

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