First Time Start- Up, Rinsing, Sterilization And Filter Install - Pure Water A-12 Owner's Manual

CAUTION: Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the round grounding prong from
the electrical plug.
A. FIRST TIME START-UP, RINSING, STERILIZING, AND FILTER
INSTALLATION
Tools/Items Needed:
We recommend that you sterilize your A-12 before putting it into use in order to eliminate any
microorganisms that may have collected in the storage tank.
TO STERILIZE YOUR A-12:
1. Open the top door.
2. Remove the boiling tank lid by turning the knob and sliding the lid off. Remove and discard
the wire tie restraining the float. Replace the lid.
3. Remove the cladding by removing the 12 screws with a phillips screwdriver.
4. Remove the storage tank lid and set aside.
5. Pour in 2 1/2 gallons of Distilled water from the 5 gallon bottle into the storage tank.
6. Add 1 teaspoon of liquid bleach to the storage tank and mix well.
Caution: Do not add more than 1 teaspoon of liquid bleach into the storage tank.
Usage of safety glasses and rubber gloves is strongly recommended.
7. Replace storage tank lid and cladding.
8. Plug the distiller into the power supply.
9. Turn the main power switch ON.
10. Open the faucet for 15 to 20 seconds ensuring there is a steady stream of water, then close the
faucet.
Caution: Do not consume this solution.
11. Check water line for leaks. Tighten where required.
Caution: If a leak is present, the pump may start automatically.
12. Allow the solution to remain in the system for 10-15 minutes.
13. Open the faucet and pump the remaining water from the storage tank. When the pump shuts
off, press the "PUMP OVERRIDE" switch until no water is present. Close the faucet.
Caution: Do not install carbon filter until solution is completely drained.
14. Turn the function switch to DISTILL and the fan switch to STERILIZE. The fan will shut off.
15. Allow to steam sterilize for 45 minutes to 1 hour.
Caution: For proper sterilization, unit must run for at least 45 minutes, but longer than 1
hour may harm the distiller.
16. Switch the main power to OFF. Unplug the distiller from the power supply.
5 gallons of Distilled water at room temperature
Liquid chlorine bleach
Utility knife
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Phillips screwdriver
Adjustable wrench