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STORING THE UNIT
1. Turn the unit off and unplug it from outlet.
2. Remove empty water tanks, filter and cover.
3. Allow hot water to cool, then bring base to sink.
4. Drain internal reservoir by tilting unit slightly and removing the
2 plastic drainage plugs from bottom of unit. Plugs are tightly
inserted and must be gently, but firmly, worked to remove.
5. When water has completely drained, replace plugs, tanks,
filter and cover.
6. Your Cuisinart
®
®
Countertop Filtration System is ready to store.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Unit: WCH-1500
1
Cuisinart
®
®
Countertop Filtration System
1 Cuisinart
®
Water Filter
System Capacity
up to 3 months/ 48 gallons/ 181 liters
Maximum Input Temperature
104°F
(40°C)
Minimum Input Temperature
34°F
(1°C)
Maximum Output Temperature
194°F
(90°C)
Minimum Output Temperature
44°F
(7°C)
Rated Service Flow
6 gallons / 22.7 liters per day
(may vary according to water conditions)
Electrical Requirements
AC~120V 60Hz 3.7A 450W
See Performance Data Sheet for specific test conditions and results.
Claims are calculated based on WQA accepted practice of average percent reduction. The
contaminants or other substances removed or reduced by this water treatment device are not
necessarily in all users’ water. Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of
unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system. Individuals requiring
water of specific microbiological purity should consult their physician.
The Cuisinart
®
®
Countertop Filtration System processes approximately 48 gallons/
181 liters. When the Cuisinart
®
Water Filter (GF-80) exceeds filtering capacity, replacement is
essential for the product to perform as represented. In the United States, replacement filters cost
generally $19.99 per filter. Replacement filters may be purchased at most retail outlets. The
performance of the filter may vary based on local water conditions.
Hot water should not be used with the Cuisinart
®
Water Filter (GF-80) as it will affect the filter’s
performance.
Refer to the Operating Instructions and Cleaning and Care for general unit operation and
maintenance requirements. Testing was performed under standard laboratory conditions;
actual performance may vary.
Drainage
Plugs
Bottom of unit
System Tested and Certified by WQA against NSF/ANSI Standard 53
for the reduction of Lead, Benzene, Cadmium, Copper, Mercury,
Tetrachloroethylene, Toluene, and Standard 42 for the reduction of
Chlorine Taste and Odor.
