Panasonic TK-AS700-EX, Operating Instructions Manual

Page 1: ...se read these instructions carefully before using this product and save this manual for future use Please carefully read the Safety Precautions P EN4 EN8 of this manual before use Be required to present the purchase receipt for your free warranty service failing which the company or its authorized service dealer reserves the right to decline any warranty claim Please keep in mind that the manufact...

Page 2: ...ibromochloromethane Bromoform Tetrachloroethylene Trichloroethylene CAT pesticide 2 MIB mold smell Soluble lead 1 2 DCE Benzene Geosmin mold smell Phenols Carbon tetrachloride Iron particulate form Aluminum neutral Use Alkaline Ionizer TK AS700_En indb 2 TK AS700_En indb 2 2022 04 14 18 17 36 2022 04 14 18 17 36 ...

Page 3: ...llation 4 Installing the Alkaline Ionizer EN18 Installation 5 Checks after installation EN20 Installation 6 Measure and adjust the pH level of water EN22 Usage of Water EN24 How to Use EN26 Maintenance EN28 Replacing the Cartridge EN29 Automatic Electrode Cleaning EN31 Changing the Settings EN32 When the Power or Water Supply is Cut Off EN33 When not in use for a long time EN33 When Moving the Alka...

Page 4: ... to heat generation When removing the power plug from the power outlet hold the molded part of the plug rather than the cord itself and pull the plug free If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard Do not connect or disconnect the power plug with wet hands Doing so may cause an electric shock Use ...

Page 5: ...by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance Keep this instruction manual in a safe place Otherwise it may cause an a...

Page 6: ...here the main unit is to be installed must be able to support a weight of over 6 kg If the installation location does not have enough strength to support the main unit the Alkaline Ionizer may fall resulting in an accident and kitchen damage Storing alkaline ion water and purified water Use alkaline ion water or purified water immediately after it is produced When storing it for future consumption p...

Page 7: ...g water in daily life is recommended Keep the general amount of water consumed daily at around 0 5 liter to 1 liter When pH adjustment is set to the Stronger mode be sure to check pH with the pH test kit before using Do not use alkaline ion water weak acidic water or purified water for the care of fish etc The environment may change as a result and the fish etc may die Do not use aluminum containers ...

Page 8: ...lfunction pH test liquid Do not bring the pH test liquid near a naked flame Doing so may cause it to ignite causing a fire Do not drink the pH test liquid or the water containing the test liquid or put in your eyes Keep these liquids away from children Doing so may cause health problems If the pH test liquid or water containing the test liquid has been accidentally swallowed drink copious amounts of...

Page 9: ... the Alkaline Ionizer will be exposed to water or steam Doing so may cause incorrect operation or malfunctions In areas lower than the kitchen counter such as the floor Water may not be drained completely Near radios Prevent radio wave interference and noise Do not connect the Alkaline Ionizer to a hot water only faucet Doing so may cause malfunction Do not extend the main spout using a commerciall...

Page 10: ...e ion water etc When using tap water Water is fed to the main unit and the water comes out from the main spout The water comes out from the source water opening Selector Source water opening straight Source water opening shower Straight Shower Names of the Parts and Steps to Take Before Operation TK AS700_En indb 10 TK AS700_En indb 10 2022 04 14 18 17 37 2022 04 14 18 17 37 ...

Page 11: ...quality mode Displays the currently selected water quality mode P EN24 Main screen Display LCD display Water Quality Selector Buttons Selects the water quality Hydrogen concentration guideline Displays a guideline of hydrogen concentration only for alkaline ion water This is an estimate calculated from electrolysis conditions pH guideline Displays pH guideline P EN24 Displays the remaining amount ...

Page 12: ...15 P EN17 Installation 4 Installing the Alkaline Ionizer P EN18 P EN19 Space where the legs of the main unit can be placed 18 cm or more 10 cm or more Installation 5 Checks after installation The air in the main unit is not completely exhausted please drain the water for about 3 to 4 minutes P EN20 P EN21 Installation 6 Measure and adjust the pH level of water P EN22 P EN23 TK AS700_En indb 12 TK ...

Page 13: ...1 Check the main unit and supplied accessories Supplied Accessories Before using this unit check that the following supplied accessories are accounted for If any are missing contact your dealer For Use in Attaching the Bypass Selector For Use in Installing the Main Unit Consumables Installation Adaptor with 4 screws Bushing with gasket With gasket Outlet Pipe Hose Strap Suction Disc pH Test Kit TK...

Page 14: ... Fitting Model No WTK7205X7378 P EN42 Faucet with a flaring end Water faucet which can attach the Alkaline Ionizer using options Water faucet which cannot install the Alkaline Ionizer Faucet without a metal lip end Plastic or other material Installation 2 Checking the Faucet TK AS700_En indb 14 TK AS700_En indb 14 2022 04 14 18 17 42 2022 04 14 18 17 42 ...

Page 15: ...e bypass selector If these are moved return to the original position Make sure foreign matter is not attached to the filter and the gasket is not inclined Gasket and Filter 2 Attach the nut and adaptor 1 2 Nut Adaptor with gasket 3 Attach the bypass selector and tighten the nut until the bypass selector does not turn Do not use any tools This may damage the nut Make sure the bypass selector is not ...

Page 16: ...e moved return to the original position Make sure foreign matter is not attached to the filter and the gasket is not inclined Gasket and Filter 2 Screw in the bushing Insert into the adaptor Bushing Accessory Gasket Adaptor 3 Attach the nut and adaptor The adaptor should be screwed on straight Screwing it on tilted may strip the threads resulting in water leaks 1 2 Nut Gasket Adaptor 4 Attach the b...

Page 17: ...filter and the gasket is not inclined Gasket and Filter 2 Insert the installation adaptor and tighten it with the nut Nut Remove the screws 4 pcs Installation adaptor Accessory 3 Tighten the 4 screws temporarily and loosen the nut to leave a 3 4 mm gap Nut 3 4 mm Screws 4 pcs 4 Push the bypass selector against the faucet and install the 4 screws as shown below Top view 1 Water faucet 2 Installation...

Page 18: ...bent Wedge the hoses into this cutout Water supply hose Power cord Condensation water outlet P EN39 Drain hose ent the om ent When drawing out the cord and hoses from the right side rotate the water supply hose counterclockwise and insert it to the cutout first When extending the cord and hose from the left Bottom of the unit When extending the cord and hose from the right Front panel of the main u...

Page 19: ...han the bottom of the main unit or the height difference between the tip of main spout and the tip of the drain hose must be more than 20 cm and less than 50 cm So that the appropriate pH level ion exponent is achieved 7 Connect the power plug to the power outlet AC 220 V 240 V The buzzer beeps and the water quality indicator of Purified lights up The LCD display changes as Language Until cartridge ...

Page 20: ...rain hose interrupts halfway increase the height difference between the tip of the main spout and the tip of the drain hose EN19 Is any water leaking from where the bypass selector is connected Has the bypass selector been installed securely on the faucet Check again the instructions for Attaching the Bypass Selector and install it securely EN14 EN17 Have the parts inside the bypass selector been i...

Page 21: ... NG Gap EN19 Is there any water leaking from where the outlet pipe is connected Has the outlet pipe been attached securely to the unit Insert it securely as far as it will go EN19 Is the gasket installed on the outlet pipe or is it twisted Install the gasket properly EN19 Is water leaking from the faucet Is the gasket on the faucet old Consult a plumber Are there any cracks in the faucet in the in...

Page 22: ... added the two liquids may not be evenly mixed leading to incorrect measurement 2 Place the water generated by this machine in a regular cup Flush water at least 10 seconds in order to obtain a stable pH level 3 Put the sample water into the test tube If some of the test water is first collected in a glass and then poured into the test tube it will be easier to align the level with the line inside ...

Page 23: ... be slightly high Please measure the pH level again after about 1 week Reference Different properties of alkaline ion water due to tap water source Tap water in residential area Water in hot spring area Groundwater water enrich with carbonic acid Water with low hardness Water in seaside or islands Water with high hardness Properties of alkaline ion water Difficult to become alkaline Easy to become ...

Page 24: ... 5 Same as tap water 8 9 First time drinking 2 weeks Get used to drinking next 2 weeks Daily drinking 8 5 9 5 9 to less than 10 9 5 10 5 Weak acidic water Acidic water Purified water Alkaline ion water Taking medicine Drinking water in daily life Alkaline 1 Alkaline 2 Alkaline 3 Alkaline 4 Usage of Water TK AS700_En indb 24 TK AS700_En indb 24 2022 04 14 18 17 51 2022 04 14 18 17 51 ...

Page 25: ... the softer the rice pH 9 0 or less recommended Weak acidic water Purified water Alkaline ion water Alkaline 1 Alkaline 2 Alkaline 3 Alkaline 4 Washing the face Washing Making baby formula When cooking rice For gargling after meal Cooking and making tea Removing astringency boiling vegetables When the Purified mode is selected water does not come out from the drain hose TK AS700_En indb 25 TK AS700_...

Page 26: ...yed do not drink the water For acidic water around pH3 The water coming out from the drain hose is acidic water The alkaline water comes out from the main spout Water temperature under 35 C Measure the pH once a month Measure the pH once a month periodically or when the product is not used for one week or more P EN22 1 2 3 When is used water does not come out from the drain hose Water comes out du...

Page 27: ...not a malfunction This is water remaining in the outlet pipe When the screen in step 5 is displayed or the following screen is displayed while water is flowing Those screens are displayed when the faucet is not opened enough or the amount of water flow is decreased due to change in water pressure For alkaline ion water weak acidic water and acidic water electrolysis is stopped Increase the amount of...

Page 28: ...ut Gasket Or Filter 2 Wash the filter and water intake Filter Water intake Clean using a clean toothbrush or other implement 3 Install the bypass selector Make sure any foreign matter is not attached on the end of the faucet and gasket inside of the bypass selector Install the filter without fail After installing the bypass selector run water for about 5 seconds at the or setting Or Number Tighten u...

Page 29: ...lacement cartridge Model No TK AS700C EX P EN42 Replacing the Cartridge Check the usage amount 1 Press select the Cartridge check replacement with and press Pi Pi Pi 2 and press Pi Pi Select the Used amount check with 3 Check the usage amount After checking is complete press to finish Cartridge replacement timing If the display shows the following messages replace the cartridge Cartridge replacemen...

Page 30: ...er will drip from the cartridge Water may also emerge from the bottom of the unit but this does not indicate that there is a leak 3 Install the new cartridge Align the cartridge with the center of the bottom surface Insert the cartridge while pushing in Push up the cartridge until it clicks 4 Reset the cartridge usage amount Press use to select the Cartridge check replacement and press Select the ...

Page 31: ...ting alkaline ion water or purified water Automatic Electrode Cleaning about 50 seconds The countdown is displayed Automatic Electrode Cleaning about 10 seconds The countdown is displayed Water come out from the drain hose From main spout and drain hose Buzzer beeps from the start about 3 seconds Do not run water until the cleaning is completed After the cleaning is completed blinks and the water q...

Page 32: ...e main screen Items which can be change Default settings Items Setting contents 1 Buzzer volume High Medium Low The buzzer volume can be adjusted in 3 steps 2 Weak acidic buzzer ON OFF Setting this item to OFF disables the buzzer while weak acidic water or acidic water is used P EN27 3 Alkaline priority ON OFF Setting this item to ON automatically restores the water quality mode to Alkaline 1 to A...

Page 33: ...ipes The Alkaline Ionizer may then be used again as usual This is because the cartridge life will be significantly reduced When not used for approx one week or longer Remove the cartridge P EN30 and store it sealed in a vinyl bag in a refrigerator Remove air from the bag and close the opening When not used for approx one month or longer Follow the above steps and remove the power plug Note Storing ...

Page 34: ...charge the water remaining in the hose Water supply hose Suction Disc 5 Remove the suction disc fixing the drain hose and attach the cartridge cover to the original position P EN30 6 Loosen the nut remove the bypass selector and remove the water inside Loosen with hand When the joint is difficult to remove After tightening the nut firmly with hand rotate it together with the bypass selector Then it ca...

Page 35: ...opriate for first drinking Start with alkaline level 1 P EN5 For the first 2 weeks start drinking a small amount of water one or two cups with alkaline level 1 As you get used to alkaline ion water gradually increase the alkaline level to 2 and next 3 If you start drinking alkaline ion water with level 3 your health may be impaired Is it ok to take a medication with the alkaline ion water Use the Pu...

Page 36: ...lar water P EN25 When I use alkaline ion water to cook rice the rice becomes sticky Either reduce the pH level of the alkaline ion water or use Purified Water The rice may be sticky or yellow depending on the amount of water and the type of rice and rice cooker used How much calcium is contained in alkaline ion water Due to electrolysis there are 20 to 30 more calcium ions in alkaline ion water tha...

Page 37: ...io of water from the main spout to water from the drain outlet Alkaline 1 2 3 Standard Milder 16 1 Stronger 5 1 Alkaline 4 Standard Milder 5 1 Stronger 5 1 Weak acidic water Standard Milder 5 1 Stronger Acidic water Standard 1 5 When the amount of water flow is small 1 2 L min 5 1 Others What does a service life of 850 hours for the electrolyzer mean It means that the cumulative total time includin...

Page 38: ...ow volume may have decreased due to change in water pressure Flow more water The code is not cleared even after the cartridge is replaced Have you forgotten to reset the cartridge life P EN30 is displayed Reduce the degree of opening of the faucet P EN27 pH measurement The alkaline ion water does not become alkaline Did you select alkaline ion water P EN26 Some type of tap water may not become alk...

Page 39: ...s out is the water residing in the piping No water or very little is discharged from the Alkaline Ionizer Is the faucet fully open Is the filter of the bypass selector clogged Clean the filter P EN28 Has the water supply been cut off P EN33 Is the water supply hose bent or flattened If the problem is still not solved after all of the above are checked the cartridge may be clogged Replace the cartridge...

Page 40: ...inning of use of water concerns me Since water is accumulated inside the main unit for 10 minutes after Alkaline level 1 to 3 and Purified are used there are rare cases where some people are sensitive to the smell of the main unit If the smell concerns you after a buzzer beeps run water for a while before using The weak acidic water has an odor Electrolysis causes the chlorine ions in the water to ...

Page 41: ... 2 6 Removable substances Iron particulate form Can be removed Note 7 Aluminium neutral Can be removed Note 7 Guide for time to replace cartridge Approx 1 year Note 8 Filter material Non woven fabric ceramic activated carbon hollow fiber membrane Components which cannot be filtered out Iron dissolved in water heavy metals silver copper etc salt seawater Length of power cord Approx 3 m Power protecti...

Page 42: ...instructions Consumables For use with large faucet Replacement cartridge Model No TK AS700C EX Large diameter Faucet Fitting inside diameter 32 5 mm Model No WTK7205X7378 For faucets whose end diameter is 24 32 mm Optional Accessories TK AS700_En indb 42 TK AS700_En indb 42 2022 04 14 18 18 09 2022 04 14 18 18 09 ...

Page 43: ...EN43 When necessary English Memo TK AS700_En indb 43 TK AS700_En indb 43 2022 04 14 18 18 09 2022 04 14 18 18 09 ...

Page 44: ...curred If any of these symptoms have occurred disconnect the power plug from the power outlet in order to prevent accidents and be absolutely sure to ask your dealer to check out your unit 愛心檢查 請對長年累月使用的鹼性離子整水器進行檢查 是否有這樣的 現象 就算已將電源插頭插入 仍沒 有任何顯示出現 出現異常顯示 U21 U28 即使處理異常顯示依舊出現 出現異常顯示 H31 H39 出現其他異常現象或故障 出現以上現象時 請停止使用 避免故障或事故發生 從插座 拔下電源插頭 務必委託經銷 商或Panasonic直屬服務站人 員檢查 Panasonic Corporation https www pa...