Whirlpool WHED10 User's Manual
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1. Registered trademark TM Trademark of Whirlpool USA used under license 2004 Whirlpool Corporation All rights reserved REPAIR PARTS Housing PUSH IN FITTINGS o ring seal amp S collet REPAIR PARTS LIST PART NO DESCRIPTION 7160453 Screw 10 14 x 3 4 8 req d 7279032 Mounting Bracket 9006053 Screw 10 14 x 1 1 4 2 req d 7256864 Head 2 reg 7279040 Tubing cut 7170246 O ring 3 3 8 I D x 3 5 8 O D 2 req d 7205596 Housing 2 reg d 7168435 Tubing 3 8 x 72 7228536 Tee Feed Adaptor 7278840 Faucet WHCF GD05 Replacement Element Sediment WHCF DB1 Replacement Element Cyst Taste amp Odor 7209574 Push In Fitting Kit 3 8 7273565 Flow Bend 3 8 2 req d 7279066 Owners Manual not illustrated For repair parts call 1 866 986 3223 Manufactured and warranted by Ecodyne Water Systems LLC 1890 Woodlane Drive Woodbury MN 55125 112. TM Whirlpool Model WHED10 How to install operate and maintain your Undersink Drinking Water Filter System Do not return unit to store If you have questions or concerns when installing operating or maintaining your Undersink Drinking Water Filter System call our toll free number 1 866 986 3223 Monday Friday 8 am 9 pm EST System tested and certified by NSF International against NSF ANSI Standards 42 amp 53 See performance data sheet for details Installation and Operation Manual 7279066 Rev B 9 21 05 Product No 8578160 Table of Contents Parts of the System Typical Installation Drawing Tools and Materials Needed ii 4 Drinking Water Filter System Installation La 5 Installing Supply Fitting ss isc cece ate mna aa eal RN ae He eld at a eS aw 5 Installm Fanta Pa carat hehe cree tN Cane nee MOREY an na ena na ea S 5 Installing Filter Caride aer ee a Rh BB Banua 7 Filter Cartridge Lite Replacement dua den anal ereduren aman vette ween then ey Bem mena Senang 7 Repair Paris Sea OA BA AA BRA AAA Bana SA AN AS AA cohen PAN O RSA telat ANA SP NAN Wotan amp 10 Before You Start W Read all steps and guides carefully before installing and using your undersink drinking water filter system Follow all steps exactly to correctly install Reading this manual will also help you to get all the benefits from the undersink drin
3. 3 Be sure the inside of the housing is clean Use hot soapy water and rinse thoroughly NOTE Always use soap and water to clean the Undersink Drinking Water Filter System Do not use vinegar or other acid based cleaners on this system as they will degrade some of the system parts Remove the wrapper from the new filter cartridge and insert the filter cartridge in the housing Observe markings on the cartridge or on the wrapper for proper installation of the replacement filter Lightly lubricate the o ring seal in the housing with silicone grease or petroleum jelly Be sure it is fully seated in its groove Hold the housing up to the filter head aligning the center hole in the cartridge with the protrusion on the bottom of the head NOTE If the housing will not tighten up to the head you may have the cartridge in upside 10 11 12 down Take the cartridge out and check for correct orientation Being careful not to cross thread turn counterclockwise the housing onto the filter head and tighten securely Repeat steps 2 through 7 at the other filter Open the filtered water faucet Then slowly open the water supply valve and allow the filter housing to fill Close the filtered water faucet Check for leaks between the housing and the head If leaks occur turn off the water supply and open the filtered water faucet to depressurize the filter Then disassemble the filter and check the o ring for cuts flat spots etc a
4. Connection all push in fitting locations This system includes push in fittings for quick tubing connections If working with the fittings do the following Connect Tubing 1 Use a sharp cutter or knife to cut the end of tubing square 2 Inspect the end about 1 of the tubing to be sure there are no nicks scratches or other rough spots If needed cut the tubing again until tubing is round and smooth with no cuts nicks or flat spots 3 Push tubing through the collet and all the way into the fitting Full engagement is 3 4 length of tube into the fitting If tubing other than supplied with the system is used be sure it is of exact size and roundness with a smooth surface Tubing correctly cut and connected ae se end of tubing round and smooth with no cuts nicks or flat spots correct full 3 4 engagement Incorrect partial engagement Figure 4 Disconnect Tubing if needed 1 Push the collet inward and hold with a finger while pulling the tubing out collet depress to remove tubing ing 2 Figure 5 Filter Cartridges Filter Cartridge Life Several variables determine how long a cartridge will last These include 1 How much water you use and 2 How much sediment taste and or odor or other unwanted substance is in the water Use the following information as a guide However no matter which type of cartridge you are using you will know it is tim
5. arting installation Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here IMPORTANT To avoid damaging the sink consult a gualified plumber or installer for drilling procedures in porcelain or stainless steel slotted and Phillips screwdrivers pliers and adjustable jaw wrench tubing cutter electric drill and 1 3 8 drill bit if mounting hole is needed for the faucet Typical Undersink Installation Locate the water filter housing on the cold water supply pipe under the kitchen and or bathroom sink to filter the cold drinking water Refer to the following drawing filtered water WATER faucet OUT mounting screw 2 IN shutoff valve aa en ad A NOTE To change the filter cartridge gt Gr turn off the water and release pres sure by opening the faucet A nearby shutoff valve is convenient Most Filter 1 ed sinks already have shutoff valves on tubing the supply pipes NOTE If tubing needs to make a Filter I T sharp bend use included tube benders to prevent kinking NOTE Allow a minimum space of 1 1 2 under the system for removing the housings to change the cartridges Figure 1 Installation Steps Step 1 Cold Water Supply Fitting Check and comply with local plumbing codes as youplan then install a cold feed supply water fitting The fitting must provide a leak tight connection to the water filter 3 8 tubing A
6. e to replace it when you first notice the return of the unwanted substance in your water As a rule of thumb an average family of four will use 1000 gallons of filtered water every 6 months Whirlpool Undersink Drinking Water Filter system model WHED10 with replacement elements WHCF GD05 and WHCF DBI has been tested and certified by NSF International for the reduction of protozoan cysts and chlorine The rated capacity for this system is 1000 gallons 3785 liters at a rated service flow of 0 6 gpm gallons per minute NOTE A taste and odor cartridge contains activated carbon a black powder When new open the filtered water faucet and allow fine carbon particles to purge from the cartridge Close the faucet when you no longer see the fines carbon particulates in the filtered water or approximately 30 minutes Filter Cartridge Replacement bracket o ring seal SA housing cartridge TURN HOUSING COUNTERCLOCKWISE TURN HOUSING TO TIGHTEN CLOCKWISE TO REMOVE Filter II Filter I Figure 6 IMPORTANT Do not remove housings with water pressure in the filter system 1 Close the water supply shut off valve to the filter Open the filtered water faucet to relieve pressure in the system 2 Turn the housing off of the filter head to the left or clockwise Be careful the housing is full of water Do not lose the large o ring seal NOTE Filter wrenches are sold separately if needed
7. glect freezing accident or negligence and provided further that the Undersink Drinking Water Filter System is not damaged as the result of any unusual force of nature such as but not limited to flood hurricane tornado or earthquake Warrantor is excused if failure to perform its warranty obligations is the result of strikes government regulation materials shortages or other circumstances beyond its control THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES ON THE UNDERSINK DRINKING WATER FILTER SYSTEM BEYOND THOSE SPECIFICALLY DESCRIBED ABOVE ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED TO THE EXTENT THEY MIGHT EXTEND BEYOND THE ABOVE PERIODS THE SOLE OBLIGATION OF WARRANTOR UNDER THESE WARRANTIES IS TO REPLACE OR REPAIR THE COMPONENT OR PART WHICH PROVES TO BE DEFECTIVE WITHIN THE SPECIFIED TIME PERIOD AND WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES NO WARRANTOR DEALER AGENT REPRESENTATIVE OR OTHER PERSON IS AUTHORIZED TO EXTEND OR EXPAND THE WARRANTIES EXPRESSLY DESCRIBED ABOVE Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or exclusions or limitations of incidental or consequential damage so the limitations and exclusions in this warranty may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state This warranty applies to consumer owned installations only
8. king water filter system V Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without ade quate disinfection before or after the system This system is certified for cyst reduction and may be used on disinfected waters that may contain filterable cysts Y All plumbing should be done in accordance with local codes and requirements In Massachu setts plumbing code 248 CMR 3 00 and 10 00 shall be adhered to Consult with your licensed plumber W The undersink drinking water filter system works on water pressures of 30 psi minimum to 125 psi maximum If your house water pressure is over the maximum install a pressure reducing valve in the water supply pipe to the filter system W Donot install the undersink drinking water filter system outside or in extreme hot or cold tempera tures Temperature of the water supply to the undersink drinking water filter system must be between 40 F and 100 F Do not install on hot water Min Max Supply Water Pressure 30 125 psi 207 862 kPa Min Max Supply Water Temperature 40 100 F 4 38 C Inlet Outlet 3 8 quick connect fittings and tubing included Parts of the System filter system assembly including mounting bracket and screws water supply fitting filtered water faucet for sink or countertop mounting 3 8 tube benders 3 8 tubing to make all needed connections Materials and Tools Needed NOTE Gather the reguired tools before st
9. nd sealing surfaces for foreign material Clean the o ring and lubricate with silicone grease or Vaseline Carefully press into the groove in the housing Flush system for 30 minutes Warranty YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON UNDERSINK DRINKING WATER FILTER SYSTEM except filter cartridges Warrantor Ecodyne Water Systems Inc 1890 Woodlane Drive Woodbury MN 55125 Warrantor guarantees to the original owner that the Undersink Drinking Water Filter System when installed and maintained in accordance with the instructions will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from date of installation If within the first year a part proves after inspection to be defective Warrantor will at its sole option either replace or repair the part without charge except normal shipping and installation charges Labor to maintain the equipment is not part of the warranty Filters which are expendable are not covered by the warranty TO OBTAIN WARRANTY PARTS SIMPLY CALL 1 866 986 3223 Monday Friday 8 am 9 pm EST for assistance This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States General Provisions The above warranties are effective provided the Undersink Drinking Water Filter System is operated at water pressures not exceeding 125 psi and at water temperatures not exceeding 100 F provided further that the Undersink Drinking Water Filter System is not subject to abuse misuse alteration ne
10. or drilling procedures in porcelain or stainless steel Special drill bits are made for this Select one of the following places to install the faucet Be sure there s room underneath so you can make the needed connections e Inan existing sink spray attachment hole e Drill a hole in the sink top e Drill a hole in the countertop next to the sink 1 If drilling is needed make a 1 3 8 dia minimum hole for the faucet Step 3 Install Faucet 1 Slide the toggle bolts through the mounting hole Tighten the screws to secure the base flat on the mounting surface 2 Feeda length of 3 8 tubing through the hole and connect to the quick connect fitting on the bottom of the faucet 3 Move the faucet down onto the base Turn 1 4 clockwise to attach the faucet to the base faucet aD 1 4 turn to connect faucet to base faucet base screw POS ere S rubber washer toggle bolt hole in sink or countertop TUBING FROM DRINKING WATER SYSTEM Figure 3 Step 4 Make Tubing Connections 1 Allowing some slack measure and cut a length of 3 8 tubing to connect between the supply fitting and the filter system inlet Cut the ends of the tubing square 2 Insert tubing all the way into the supply fitting and inlet fitting Pull on the tubing to be sure that it s held firmly in the fittings 3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 to connect tubing from the faucet to the filter system outlet Tubing
11. typical connection using the included water supply fitting is shown in Figure 2A An optional connection using standard plumbing fittings not included is shown in Figure 2B Cold Water Supply Fitting 1 Close the house main water shutoff valve and open faucets to drain water from the sink cold water pipe 2 Remove nut that connects the cold water faucet to cold water plumbing 3 Thread water supply fitting onto pipe and reconnect nut to bottom of fitting Optional Pipe Fittings compression type shown NOTE Be sure to turn off the water supply and open a faucet to drain the pipe Install a fitting on the cold water pipe to adapt 3 8 OD tubing A typical connection is shown in Figure 2B If threaded fittings are used be sure to use pipe joint compound or Teflon tape on outside threads A Water supply connection B water supply typical connection using compression fitting parts not provided cold water faucet stud water supply fitting 3 8 tubing to Water Filter inlet f teflon tape 1 on threads cold water cold water shutoff pipe 3 8 compression fitting insert l ferrule Q N cold water pipe 3 8 tubing to cold water Water Filter inlet shutoff Figure 2 Step 2 Make Hole For Filtered Water Faucet IMPORTANT To avoid damaging the sink consult a gualified plumber or installer f
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