Athena Manual - Alkaline Water Ionizers?
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1. ALKALINE IONIC WATER SYSTEM A Do not close bend pinch press or otherwise obstruct output ports or hoses sse A If the applicance makes strange or unusual noises or burning smells are detected unplug the power cord immediately and A contact your Associate to arrange service sess a A Unplug your ionizer if you plan not to use it for an extended period or turn off the main power switch on the back of the unit Filter replacement may be necessary Store your filter in a plastic bag inside of your refrigerator to prevent bacterial growth sess A GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This appliance must be grounded In the event of a malfunction or breakdown grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current This appliance is equipped with a cord having an appliance grounding conductor and a grounding plug The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances WARNING Improper connection of the appliance grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock Check with a qualified electrician or service representative if you are in doubt whether the appliance is properly grounded Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance if it will not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified technician a The power supply receptacle for the appliance shall b2. re WAYS O IonWays Athena Made exclusively by Emco Tech Importer MD100901 age 77 TE Ta am un TES i 3 F am p all i m 76 Owner s Manual PFA A rep ee ES Ns L ps Pas PA L z a a jA i 1 mm gi Y d LI DL 4 r a A j j d m j j a i f L D MI a u Tt a i T 7 n k ha 3 wl n sa 1 MT ae u ia F E y d ACT ZA A th g d Mf 9 silet L Lo ra si t Stade i ae by Emco Tech Athena A ALKALINE gt mS R FILTER PURIFIED ACIDIC Warning Incorrect installation and or operation could void vour valuable warrantv Please protect your investment READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY if d hy o CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR NEW PURCHASE You have just purchased the finest most advanced water system in the world Your new ionizer is designed to provide you with many years of the cleanest healthiest and most functional water available There are many specific uses and benefits of this amazing water so read this manual carefully to learn how to get both optimum performance out of your ionizer and to protect your investment Your new Athena produces filtered alkaline ionized water Just exactly what is that Your ionizer employs computer accurate and selectable magnetic energy to perform electrolysis through patented platinum bonded titanium electrodes inside a water cell Inside this advanced cell the magnetic energy separ
3. D Main Power Switch You will use this switch on the back to turn on and off the power supply to your ionizer This switch is always left On unless away for an extended period D Back Cover Panel B Acidic Water Outlet Port This is labeled with a red sticker and is where the acidic stream will exit your ionizer D Tap Water Inlet Port This is labeled with a blue sticker and is where the tap water will enter your ionizer ALKALINE m Power Cord This is your 110v AC power cord Always use a GFI outlet in good working order m Filter Housing Doors You will open this door to access and change your filters and reset your filter life indicators O Reset Button Press and hold this button after changes to reset the filter life indicator to 0000 this may take up to ten seconds D Filter Cartridge Replace these after the digital filter life indicator reaches 9999 YOUR CONTROL PANEL VA FILTER EXCHANGE LEVEL TI I ALKALINE mm m um ACIDIC FILTERED m Ta ACIDIC ALKALINE gt l FILTER FILTERED ACIDIC CONIROL PANEL DESCRIPTION OF CONTROL PANEL FEATURES PLEASE NOTE Your panel will light up in Indigo Blue Green or Red to indicate which function you have selected Alkaline Purified or Acidic respectively a Digital Filter Life Indicator The digital display indicates the filter life usage with numbers progressing from 0000 9999 When the indicator reache
4. Filter Calcium Fiber Filter Silver Activated Carbon Fiber Filter Tourmaline Fiber Filter Trouble shooting Guide The Function Displav Panel does not come on The Function Displav Panel displav indicators do not come on even after turning the tap on pH test shows alkaline water color as neutral 7 while acidic water color gets yellow 6 This is normal if initial OH is 6 5 Power supply is suddenly cut off while operating the unit Low output of alkaline water from the unit Poor Irregular pH Production at levels 1 2 0 and 4 A power plug is not property inserted or it is inserted into a faulty outlet The fuse is blown The fuse is not inserted properly Faulty PCB Printed Circuit Board Faulty or evaporated reagent alkaline acidity are always produced in inverse proportion Therefore showing an acidic color means inversely that alkaline water has to be generated from the unit Lack of alkaline color can result from a chemical reaction where carbonic acid in water evaporates some test reagent elements Elevated level of salt in the water or high TDS extended operation at high pH sudden flux in electrical current In these cases vour machine will shut down automaticallv to protect the electrodes and circuitrv Filter is clogged Premature clogging mav be caused bv Sudden drop in water quality and an influx of sediment or other contaminants which stress
5. M Mata ree x WARNING Please read these pages carefully They contain very important information to keep YOU and your new ionizer safe When using your Athena especially when children are present basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following Do not wash your ionizer by immersion or by pouring water over the main body always unplug your ionizer while cleaning the casing Clean with damp sponge or cloth Ensure the power plug is firmly and properly inserted into the outlet failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire Keep the power cord and your ionizer away from hot surfaces or appliances failure to do so may result in electric shock or fire ELECTRICAL PRECAUTIONS AND SAFEGUARDS Do not operate your ionizer with a damaged power cord or plug or insert into a faulty or worn outlet Never insert foreign objects into your ionizer 4 4 4 4 4 A NEVER attempt to repair or service the unit yourself Attempting to do so will void your valuable warranty Contact your Associate to arrange service or repair S E O E EE A E E EEE Installation Precautions If your ionizer becomes submerged in water unplug the power cord from the wall before A IN removing the ionizer from the water Failure to do so may cause electric shock Protect your ionizer from freezing temperatures 6062060602099209020600600060066 606020609290006090006060600620099900900090906006069829
6. nor lowered and would be the same as your tap water This water is simply cleaned of impurities by the advanced filtration system You can use it both as drinking water and to take medications with About vour revolutionarv Biostone tilter ALKALINE IONIC WATER SYSTEM Flow Diagram Composition of filter elem It slightly increases the alkaline mineral content in your water It improves water taste and odors and it is particularly effective in removing the chlorine You get calcium on tap Tourmaline Tourmaline emits Far Infra Red FIR energy naturally FIR produces well documented health benefits and it also has an amazing effect on water The Biostone contains the semi precious gemstone tourmaline in ceramic form so you get FIR on tap Non woven fabric filter Tap water i Filters out sediment and particulate Granular Activated Carbon GAC The workhorse of filtration media GAC is especially effective at removing chlorine its odor and taste agricultural chemicals phenol trihalomethane and other chemical contaminants Water ilow Silver is coated on the surface of the granular activated carbon to inhibit bacterial growth in Sensor between uses la Acidic x water Fiber Filter Fiber Filter Water cell Ultra Fine Filter Silver Activated Carbon Fiber Filter Calcium Fiber Filter Silver Activated Carbon Fiber Filter Tourmaline Fiber Filter Fiber
7. the filter Low pressure in your household plumbing The input hose is bent kinked or otherwise restricted Either overly hard or soft water excess or lack of minerals in water Properly insert power plug into a correctly functioning Dower outlet Replace the fuse A spare fuse is included in your reagent kit 3A 250V fuse Immediately unplug the unit and contact your Associate to arrange service Test pH value on level 3 or 4 water replace reagent Wait the unit will become operational again after about one hour Your ionizer has a safety mechanism built in to protect the electrodes and circuitry This mechanism will shut the ionizer down automatically This mechanism protects the unit from overuse or excessive electric current Replace your filter Clean Pre filter Ensure water supply valves are fully open The water pressure in house may be too low Straighten the bent hose Adjust the voltage output please refer to page 23 in this manual Abnormal condition Strange smell from Alkaline water Water appears milkish white snow like particles in the bottom of your glass At first no smell but then smell from the alkaline water about one hour after Water leakage from the filter cartridge housing No acid water flow from the acidic output port ALKALINE IONIC WATER SYSTEM Expired filter from ordinary use or premature clogging due to flux in water quality Sudden f
8. the previous selection was Alkaline Level 2 when you start the ionizer the next time your ionizer it will automatically process at the same Alkaline Level 2 4 To select a different level depress the ALKALINE button to move to next level until the desired setting level is achieved The Alkaline Water Indicator will change accordingly IMPORTANT NOTES If you have never consumed alkaline water do not use a setting higher than 1 to begin with Let your body adjust slowly and naturally for 4 7 days After this initial adjustment period you may gradually increase the alkalinity of the water A pH levels will vary according to the minerals present in the source water and water flow rate through your ionizer ALKAL I NE n U ALKALINE m TO SELECT ACIDIC WATER Note Acidic water is for external use only DO NOT DRINK 1 With water running through the ionizer 2 Depress the ACIDIC button to select the desired setting from 1 4 You will hear voice confirmation that Acidic water has been selected and the LCD lights will be Red The Acidic Water Indicator will light showing the level you have selected The acidic water will come our of the stainless steel spout and the alkaline water will come out the grey hose outlet 3 Note Your ionizer will always remember the last setting used If the previous selection was Acidic Level 2 when you start flow through the ionizer next time you use the ionizer it will autom
9. the water produced at each Alkaline setting at various flow rates leak new eenuaee sena x If vour source water tests at a verv low pH vou mav want to boost performance bv adding a coral calcium cartridge into the Calcium port at the top of the ionizer see the next section 8 Insert the basket into the calcium port and twist the cap closed Do not drink the water that has been tested with the pH testing solution WARNING Water will overflow if you do not close the cap How to Replace the Filter ALKALINE IONIC WATER SYSTEM IMPORTANT Stop water flow prior to filter replacement JJ Check for leaks by running water through your ionizer before replacing the housing cover How to Replace the Filter bg 3i b p UVMMNUMUMUMMUUMUUUUMMM MUT NOTE this procedure is the same for both filters A N y Flush out the GAC carbon dust J When the digital filter life indicator reaches 9999 it is time to replace your filter You will also want to replace your filter if any of these situations occur The water will initially come out discolored light to charcoal gray due to carbon dust in the new filter This is not harmful and is typical of all GAC filters Severely reduced flow rate slower than usual even with full flow on the control valve Allow the water to flow for 2 3 minutes in the Filtered mode and this will flush all the
10. 1 2 months depending 1 The quality of your source water and its mineral content We can not control this factor on amount of use and pH of water 2 The voltage being applied to the minerals in the water You control this by selecting the 00000 meme eene nein e iiie ee iiie nennen eene Alkaline level on the control panel The higher the setting the more voltage or power is 4 being applied to the water 4 Wash the basket and remove all water 3 The flow rate of water through vour ionizer Vou control this with the Flow Control knob on the control panel This determines how long the water is being processed With a tast flow vour ionizer will produce lower pH with a slow flow it will produce higher pH seen x Water quality and mineral content vary greatly in different localities A Plastic cap Generally in hard water areas where mineral content is higher your ionizer will easily reach e Please remove the plastic cap from new calcium cartridge high levels of pH even with a faster flow In soft water areas where mineral content is lower Please replace the new calcium cartridge and close the cap gt your ionizer may only reach the higher levels of pH with a slower flow NOTE TA If vou do not remove the plastic cap of the calcium cartridge x Learn to use the pH test kit and be sure to test vour source water it will crack the internal calcium port or cuase on internal l Also test
11. 29009909000060600600600609290090999006090006006069020009990006090906000606060000992990909060900060060600090 9000990060060060060060060609009099000600600600060069290060909900600600600600606900090990999 Do not use your ionizer at voltages other than specified AC 110V FOR USA Use a GFI outlet Do not plug in your ionizer where it will exceed the rating of the outlet or electric wiring Failure to do so can result in fire injury and or damage to yourself wiring or your ionizer A Protect your ionizer from direct sunlight sess sse A NEVER touch the power cord or plug with wet hands Ans nanea eea A Do not put anything heavy on top of your ionizer Do not install your ionizer on an unstable or soft surface Install only on a hard and level surface sena IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Maintenance Precautions A Always unplug your ionizer when changing the fuse or cleaning your ionizer failure to do so may result in electric shock A Do not attempt to repair or service the unit yourself Contact your Associate Attempting to do so will void your valuable warranty Common Sense Precautions Make sure to use your ionizer only with potable water which is suitable for human consumption A DO NOT use your ionizer with well water water with extreme hardness high sediment or TDS levels without first consulting your Associate During Use A Do not run hot water through your ionizer
12. Abnormally bad taste usually due to a sudden change in quality of source water carbon dust A period of inactivity of over one month for instance an extended vacation Reset the filter life indicator N JA Open the filter housing cover Push in on the plastic ridges in the center of the filter housing cover on the side while pulling the door out and to the left Swing door out and remove it With your Athena in standby mode water not running through the ionizer press the Reset button located at the top of the filter housing compartment until the counter resets to 0000 3 wy Remove the expired filter Taking hold of the filter securely with you right hand press the filter firmly down against the spring loaded mechnism to disengage the top of the filter and then lean the filter out toward you and lift up to remove it j Replace the filter housing cover VI RESET BUTTON _ LL The upper part of the filter is separated from housing by pressing firmly down Once you have engaged the spring loaded mechanism you can then easily remove the filter from the main body by leaning the filter out toward you and life up to remove it sess e WARNING INDICATORS 1 LOW PRESSURE The Low Pressure Warning indicator will flicker Insert the new filter into the compartment when water flow or pressure into the machine is wea
13. Adjustment section of the DVD This control WILL DIRECTLY impact the performance of your ionizer A slow flow will yield higher pH a fast flow will yield lower pH Get the feel for the difference in flow rates by adjusting FLOW CONTROL VALVE from a slow trickle to the fastest flow When you begin ionizing the water start with it in the medium range and adjust faster or slower as necessary to achieve optimum results WHAT YOU WILL NOTICE he Digital Filter Life Indicator will begin to register numbers and you will hear your ionizer s voice announcing the mode of operation For instance Purified water selected NOTE The water will initially come out discolored light to charcoal gray due to carbon dust in the new filter This is not harmful and is typical of all carbon filters Allow the water to flow for 2 3 minutes in the Purified mode and this will flush all the carbon dust OPERATION TO SELECT ALKALINE WATER 1 With water running through the ionizer 2 Depress the ALKALINE button to select the desired setting from 1 4 You will hear voice confirmation that Alkaline water has been selected and the LCD lights will be Indigo Blue The Alkaline Water Indicator will light showing the level you have selected The alkaline water will come our of the stainless steel spout and the acidic water will come out the grey hose outlet 3 Note Your ionizer will always remember the last setting used If
14. IDIC Ta PERFORMANCE AND MEASURING pH HOW TO ADD CALCIUM How to Measure pH 1 Fill one of the test tubes provided with about 1 inch of alkaline 7 acidic or purified water stop the water flow prior to calcium replacement 2 Place 2 drops of the pH reagent into the tube and shake it If the MATER MATER ATER Water will overflow if you open the calcium cap while water is coming out reagent Ana warae nal mied Well ne GOMeC VOCE may nol be NN E o DU h A m achieved Too many or too few drops will effect results Li 3 The pH value is determined by matching the color the pH color i l aat MMENS odd ME cap to the SUIS remove mM l l ALKALINE FILTERED ACIDIC he first time you remove it the cap may be tight Close 4 Keep the pH indication reagent in a dark and cool place d M s Use a butter knife to work it free DO NOT expose to sunlight or heat Open Be sure to rinse out the test tubes thoroughly prior to each use or the pH level may be wrong seen i Take the basket apart from the cap and dispose of the remaining beads The beads never completely disappear THE PERFORMANCE OF YOUR IONIZER VERY IMPORTANT INFORMATION oie he calcia coat neon tne beads mar on releases into the water x There are three primary factors that control the performance of your ionizer Beads will release calcium for about
15. Method 2 at the sink under direct main pressure more difficult 1 SPLIT YOUR COLD WATER SUPPLY LINE This can be accomplished in a variety of ways depending on how your plumbing is configured Most commonly you would install a T junction in the cold water line T junctions are available at any good hardware store and are inexpensive Take the white hose when you purchase the T to ensure the proper size fitting 2 ATTACH THE TAP WATER INLET HOSE TO THE T JUNCTION You will need a way to route the white hose from the T to your ionizer Most newer sinks have cutouts that will work for this 3 ATTACH THE TAP WATER INLET HOSE TO YOUR IONIZER Attach opposite end of the hose attached to the T to the gray TAP WATER INLET port on the bottom of the ionizer To attach the white hose simply push it firmly into the TAP WATER INLET port To remove it press on the end of the fitting and pull it out at the same time 4 CHECK FLOW VALVE ON THE BOTTOM Ensure the small metallic valve on the bottom of the ionizer adjacent to the TAP WATER INLET is turned all the way open counter clockwise until it stops Usually the valve is already in this position when it comes from the factory but occasionally it needs to be fully opened 5 ATTACH THE GRAY ACIDIC WATER OUTLET HOSE to the white plastic port labeled ACIDIC WATER OUTLET on the bottom of the ionizer First slide a squeeze clamp over the end of the hose Then attach t
16. ates the water into an alkaline high pH and acid low pH stream without using any chemicals lonizing the water in this way re structures the molecules and reduces their cluster size binds extra oxygen molecules and concentrates ionized absorbable and beneficial minerals like Calcium Magnesium and Potassium Your new Athena also produces Acidic water This type of water has a low pH less than pH6 and has many excellent uses You will now have the convenience and benefits of water that functions in many ways that ordinary tap filtered or bottled water cannot ALKALINE IONIC WATER SYSTEM TABLE OF CONTENTS Congratulations Introduction 01 02 Important safety warnings and precautions n 03 08 Leis take a tour OF VOUT Athena l sess eee 09 Description of main body sen 10 Your conoi DONE Mc ee ee 11 Description of control panel features semen 12 ACCESSO ES mereen 13 Installation procedure nuuc E LED UE 14 15 Clee cl ce ee DUE 16 18 How to set your individual pH levels 19 20 Pertormahnoce and measuring DH assenza 21 M Miskceekezisib tie 22 How to replace your filter 7 93 94 Some uses for alkaline and acidic water sz 25 26 About your revolutionary Biostone filter s 27 28 Txotible S OO TH e S ett ee ee 29 30 Product specifications muc DIE Teor mere men eres ters ene ee 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
17. atically process at Acidic Level 2 4 To select a different level depress the ACIDIC button to move to next level until the desired setting level is achieved The orange symbol and number will change accordingly LEuEL ACIDIC U ACIDIC am mm OPERATION TO SELECT FILTERED WATER With water flowing through the machine depress the FILTERED button The filtered water runs through the Biostone filter but does not receive any ionization You will hear a voice confirmation that Filtered water has been selected and the LCD Control Panel will be back lit in Green The Filtered Water Indicator will be illuminated The Filtered water comes out of the stainless steel spout Nothing comes out of the acidic outlet FILTERED _ FILTERED am un emm HOW TO SHUT OFF THE WATER FLOW FROM YOUR IONIZER Installation Method 1 at the sink with a diverter Turn the faucet off and the diverter will reset to the open position The water will stop and the display panel will go dark indicating the ionizer is in standby or asleep Installation Method 2 at the sink under direct main pressure turn the FLOW CONTROL VALVE to the OFF position The water will stop and the display panel will go dark indicating the ionizer is in standby or asleep HOW TO SET YOUR INDIVIDUAL pH LEVELS Oniv do the following if when using reagent drops vou are unable to get vellow in acidic range and blue in the alkaline rang
18. e A Turn on the main switch on the rear case and pressing the Filtered button about 5 seconds on the front Turn on FILTERED gt Tum ofi 5 seconds FILTERED EB L L ACIDIC ALKALINE Alkalilne voltage setting The default setting is level 3 The pH level indicator shows the current level If the filtered button is pressed and held the alkaline and acidic levels can be set It is possible to choose between settings O 6 After setting the unit if the buttons are not pushed for another 5 seconds or if the water is run through the unit the last setting chosen is remembered 3 Depress the ALKALINE button to raise to the desired setting and depress the ACIDIC button to lower to the desired setting H LISTA pore ALKAL NE HaHaHa ai ACIDIC LEVEL T II ALKALINE eam mm um LEVEL mt II ALKALINE e LEVEL C1 NC ALKALINE e LEVEL I it ALKALINE e LEVEL TI IZI 2 ACIDIC um ume LEVEL I II ACIDIC e LEVEL I II m CDI 5 ENS LEVEL I ACIDIC am ne AIKA e em Y W AT Y Lo Ta dn SEJ T le ey A c li M A e wn pm aa MINCA IC V J lau G VULLI IU LEVEL Zi II ALKALINE Sav um LEVEL Zi II ALKALINE Tara mcum s LEVEL ui II ALKALINE LEVEL CI Il ACIDIC l am um umm LEVEL I1 NU ACIDIC am ua um LEVEL Zi AC
19. e installed on a wall adjacent to the counter space in which the appliance is to be installed b Care shall be exercised when the appliance is installed or removed to reduce the likelihood of damage to the supply cord pH Reagent Liquid Precautions A Do not expose the pH measuring reagent to extreme heat flames or fire It is combustible f the liquid is ingested induce vomiting immediately and call a doctor f the liquid gets in the eyes flush immediately and thoroughly with cool water call a doctor f spilled or dropped on your body wash if off immediately Make sure to keep the pH reagent liquid tightly closed and out of the reach of children Some helpful tips For storing your alkaline water glass or ceramic is best Always try and keep your stored water cool and away from direct sunlight You can use plastic but only use lexan number7 or poly carbonate bottles Nalgene type Itis always best fresh out of the machine and ideal X O if consumed on a day to day basis pom TUE Do not store alkaline water in stainless steel bronze or d E aluminum containers save the box and Styrofoam your ionizer came packed in This will help if your ionizer needs to be transported at a later date Do not use an ionizer downstream of any ion exchange water softening system or reverse osmosis system without first consulting your lonWays As
20. he gray hose by simply pushing it firmly over the white plastic port Soaking it in hot water for 30 seconds will make attaching it very easy oqueeze the clamp and position it over the white port Ensure the opposite end runs into the sink 1 4 White Hose to Tap Water Inlet Port caia i lt 7 Gray Hose To Acidic Water Outlet Port 6 POSITION YOUR IONIZER Ensure itis on a hard and level surface 7 CONNECT THE POWER CORD to an appropriate GFI outlet 8 INSTALL FLEXIBLE STAINLESS STEEL SPOUT Screw this into the port on the top of the ionizer Do not over tighten Undersink Installation 3 most difficult Undersink installations can only be accomplished with an Undersink Conversion kit Your ionizer will require a very specialized faucet and a variety of other parts The conversion kit comes complete with everything needed to complete this type of installation It is recommended that a plumber perform this type of installation Please contact your Associate for details OPERATION 1 POWER UP YOUR IONIZER Depress the black power button located on the back of the ionizer to the 3 SET THE FLOW CONTROL VALVE This control is on the front of machine Turn on ON position The black power button is ALWAYS left on Your ionizer will go to sleep in between uses and wake up when it detects water flow again Turn off It will always return to your last selected setting You will hear a si
21. hods 2 amp 3 be done by a plumber 6 ATTACH THE WHITE HOSE TO THE DIVERTER Remove the small compression nut on the back of the diverter opposite of the lever olide the nut over the opposite end of the white hose you attached to the TAP WATER INLET port with the th d iti d it will it back to th Method 1 At the sink with a diverter easiest tee ie A i eue iid Milo diverter Push the hose firmly onto the nipple then 1 ATTACH DIVERTER TO YOUR TAP Remove the aerator from tap pliers may be required and attach screw the compression nut back on diverter valve in its place There are adapters supplied in case the diverter does not fit your tap If you have leaks at the diverter use plumber s Teflon tape Ensure the nut is screwed firmly In place but do available at any hardware store for a couple of dollars not over tighten 2 ATTACH THE WHITE TAP WATER INLET HOSE Attach one end of the white hose to the gray port on the bottom of the ionizer labeled TAP WATER INLET To attach the white hose simply push it firmly into the opening on grey port If you need to remove it press on the ring at the end of the fitting while pulling out 1 4 White Hose to Tap Water Inlet Port 7 CONNECT THE POWER CORD to an appropriate GFI outlet 8 INSTALL FLEXIBLE STAINLESS STEEL SPOUT Screw this into the threaded port on the top of the ionizer Do not over tighten INSTALLATION PROCEDURE Installation
22. izer safe MA Propertv damage serious injurv or death mav result if these instructions and precautions g are not observed A Caution Physical injuries or material damage may be caused if the instructions are not observed Do s and Dont s S DO NOT W Do not disassemble it Q e Ground product for protection from DO electric shock LETS TAKE A TOUR OF YOUR NEW JS205I DESCRIPTION OF MAIN BODY 8 Main Body Easy to clean and durable plastic casing protects your ionizer D Control FNO Oisplay Panel Controls and function indicators are detailed on Page 12 of this manual O Calcium Insert Port This is where you can add the optional Calcium Note lonWays recommends that only those in soft water areas or in situations where pH is not properly elevated utilize this feature d Flexible stainless steel hose NM It is flexible to accommodate proper positioning Flow Control Valve This controls the flow rate of water through your ionizer Tip This adjustment has DIRECT impact on the performance of your ionizer SLOW FLOW higher pH FAST FLOW lower pH D Key hole Slots For Wall Mounting To save counter space you can mount your ionizer on the wall Note use suitable fasteners 9 Speaker Volume Control You can adjust the speaker volume up down or completely off with a small Phillips screwdriver M Fuse Holder Your ionizer comes equipped with a fuse to protect it in case of power surge or fluctuation
23. k Increase the water flow to resolve this condition Remove the plastic caps covering both ends of the new filter 2 HOT WATER The Hot Water Warning indicator will flicker when you have inadvertently run hot water into the machine Seat the large opening on the bottom of the filter cartridge onto the base owitch back to cold water immediately to resolve this condition Push the filter down and into the housing compartment ensuring the opening at the top of the filter is seated properly into the fitting at the top of the housing SOME USES FOR ALKALINE AND ACIDIC WATER ALKADINE TONIG WATER SYSTEM Some uses for the different levels ot Alkaline Water Some uses for the different levels of Acidic Water The Acid water has both antiseptic and antibacterial properties Alkaline water It also has an astringent effect and can be used for cosmetic purposes Note pH levels will alwavs varv with different source water Weak Acidic water pH6 5 pH5 5 Used for oral hvgiene mouth wash etc Use it while brushing vour teeth gargle with it and use it as Weak Alkaline water pH7 5 pH8 5 a natural mouth wash This level is used for initial consumption period 4 7 days Let your body adjust slowly to the increase in pH Many people find that this lower level is actually perfect for them Weak to Medium Acidic water pH6 pH5 For skin care as an astringent use it for washing your face or as a natural after sha
24. lux in water quality with elevated level of Choline not Chlorine Elevated Choline levels are observed in some areas during summer months These levels fall within safe drinking water standards yet will cause a reaction with ionized water causing a unique smell You have high hardness calcium primarily in your water The white is extracted CaCO3 Calcium carbonate After Co2 in water is bonded with Ca where elevated levels of CO3 exist in your water In water where elevated levels of CO3 exist what you see after ionization is Co2 in the water bonded with Ca Your water bottle or receptacle is foul and needs cleaning Contamination mixes with alkaline water when filling your bottle Expired filter Filter not installed correctly into filter housing Acidic output hose is bent kinked or otherwise restricted Resolution Replace your filter Select lower pH level 1 2 If still present filter replacement may be necessary This is calcium It is not only harmless but actually good for you Remember the ionizer separates and condenses the alkaline minerals and this is what you are seeing You can lower the setting 1 2 and reduce this effect Typically this only occurs in hard water areas Clean your bottle or receptacle Try selecting lower pH level 1 2 Replace your filter Remove your filter and reinstall it properly following the filter replacement instructions Increase the quantity of source
25. m faucet you may need to locate and purchase 3 CHECK FLOW VALVE ON THE BOTTOM additional parts Ensure the small metallic valve on the bottom of the ionizer adjacent to the TAP WATER INLET is turned all the way open counter clockwise until it stops Usually the valve is already in this position when it comes from the factory but occasionally it needs to be fully opened Install Kit Divertor and adapters 4 ATTACH THE GRAY ACIDIC WATER OUTLET HOSE to the white plastic port labelled ACIDIC WATER OUTLET on the bottom of the ionizer First slide a squeeze clamp over the end of the hose Then attach the gray hose by simply pushing it firmly over the white plastic port Soaking it in hot water for 30 seconds will make attaching it very easy oqueeze the clamp and position it over the white port Diverter Hose clamps Adapter fuse pH color chart Ensure the opposite end runs into the sink Reagent Test tube Gray Hose To Acidic Water Outlet Port 5 POSITION YOUR IONIZER Ensure it is on a hard and level surface A wall mount can be done there are keyhole slots on the back for this INSTALLATION PROCEDURE Your new Athena gives you the option of three installation methods 1 at your sink attached to your faucet with the diverter 2 at your sink but plumbed directly to your cold water line no diverter and 3 undersink completely out of sight with a small dedicated faucet It is recommended that met
26. ngle chime and the display panel will illuminate for 2 3 seconds With the power on and the display panel dark your ionizer is now in standby mode START WATER FLOW THROUGH YOUR IONIZER For Installation Method 1 at the sink with a diverter and has an ON and OFF position Try initially setting this half way between ON and OFF Important This is one of the most critical features in controlling your ionizer s performance Please view the Adjustment section of the DVD This control WILL DIRECTLY impact the performance of your ionizer A slow flow will yield higher pH a fast flow will yield lower pH Turn on your cold water faucet Turn the diverter lever until you divert the water through your ionizer Get the feel for the difference in flow rates by adjusting FLOW CONTROL VALVE from a slow trickle to the fastest flow When you begin ionizing the water start with it in the medium range and adjust faster or slower as necessary to achieve optimum results For Installation Method 2 at the sink under direct main pressure Turn on your water supply OPEN THE FLOW CONTROL VALVE This control is on the front of machine and has an ON and OFF position This knob is just like the ON OFF control on your tap When ionizing water initially try opening the valve half way between ON and OFF Important This is one of the most critical features in controlling your ionizer s performance Please view the
27. s 9999 it is time to replace your filter Filter 1 or Filter 2 will be displayed to the left of the number indicating which filter life is being displayed b Function Indicator Indicates whether you have Alkaline Purified or Acidic selected O Hot Water Warning This indicator warns you that your Athena has detected hot water being used SWITCH TO COLD WATER IMMEDIATELY Severe filter and electrodes damage may occur d Alkaline Water Button Depressing this button allows you to select the level of alkalinity from lowest to highest e Filtered Water Button Depressing this button allows you to select purified water filtered with no change to pH D Acidic Water Button Depressing this button allows you to select the level of acid water from lowest to highest 9 Alkaline Water Indicator When processing water in Alkaline mode this indicates the level you have selected Acidic Water indicator When processing water in Acidic mode this indicates the level you have selected D Filtered Water Indicator Indicates that you have selected Filtered water filtered only D Filter Button Depressing this button switches the filter life indicator from Filter 1 to Filter 2 ACCESSORIES INSTALLATION PROCEDURE Before installation please check to ensure you have the following accessories Please note that the diverter and adapters accommodate the vast majority of standard faucets If you have a non standard or custo
28. sociate The sodium based softener needs to include potassium Potassium chloride when run through cell membrane electrolysis is an effective way of producing chlorine and not good in our ionizers ALKALINE IONIC WATER SYSTEM Precautions for use of Alkaline Water don t develop a drinking problem elf you have never consumed alkaline water do not use a setting higher than 1 to begin with Let your body adjust slowly and naturally for 4 7 days After this initial adjustment period you can gradually increase the alkalinity of the water e Do not take medications with alkaline water Take medications only with purified water e Consult with a physician before drinking alkaline water if you have Chronic disease Are currently under medical treatment e Do not drink alkaline water if you have achlorhydria e Consult a physician before using acidic water if you have Sensitive skin Allergies e Only use potable drinking water in your ionizer Poor water quality may have negative effects on your health and your ionizer Most municipal water sources will be fine in your ionizer e Well water and water from smaller systems should be checked and may require pre filtering Your ionizer is not under warranty for any damage or required cleaning caused by hard water and environmental damage and cleaning safetv Precautions Please read these pages carefully They contain very important information to keep YOU and your new ion
29. ve Weak to Medium Alkaline water pH8 pH9 Move up to this level after the initial adjustment period Adjust to this level for 3 4 days Most people will drink at level 2 Or 3 r EEEF 0919 9 c6 1888 8 9 9 9 8 81071088 80838 00 6 9 970 V9 0 99209 9 000 0 QUU 9 8 0 0 8 8 8 L 1888888188 This level is also great for cooking rice and other grains fluffier and great tasting Medium to Strong Acidic water pH5 pH4 For cleaning in the kitchen Medium to Strong Alkaline water pH8 5 pH9 5 some people like this for drinking though it can start to taste strong to others It is superb for making tea or coffee as it enhances the taste and reduces bitterness ETETE SSL 6 0 9100 9 6 9 9 9 9 9 9 0 6 V V9 9 9 9 9 9 19 0 9 9 1 9 19 9 0 9 9 9 6 0 0 0 6 9 979 V9 0 9 929 9000 U 9 8 0 W 9 V e ee V 9 9 9 9 9 Q9 0 99 9 99 9 6 W 99 9 9 e 9 9 99 9 99 9 9 0 07878 0 9 9 W V 9 9 0 9 6 9 9 9 9 P9 C009 9 66 Strong Acidic water pH4 and lower For sterilization purposes use it to sterilize cutting boards dish towels etc Strong Alkaline water pH9 5 pH10 Generally most people find this very strong tasting and with powerful detoxifying effects Great for boiling vegetables Alkaline water will eliminate the bitter taste and brings out more of their natural color What would use the Filtered Water for The pH of Filtered water is neither raised
30. water inflow Straighten the bent hose increase water flow from supply PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS No 610 by The Ministry of Health amp Welfare 12500 X 14 2570 X 7 25 0 One Touch Automatic lonization Start Tap water open and close Electrolysis Method Continuous Electrolysis Electolysis Device Max 3 Liters minute alkaline acidic water Patented self cleaning Mechanism Platium and Titanium Easy replaceable cartridge Activated Carbon filter approx 5 6 months Water Purifying basic 20 Liter day Device Filter Life Indicator FND Flexible Numeric Display indication Silver impregnated activated Carbon and bio ceramic stone coral calcium Filter Composition Tourmaline space fibre ultra fine optional Water Purifying Device Temperature sensor Auto Shut off Water Supply Direct connection to a tap ALKALINE IONIC WATER SYSTEM MEMO MEMO
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