Every three months perform the following:
NOTE:
The
SteamerGard™
unit must be depressurized before changing any filter. To depressurize
the unit, first turn the power switch to the "OFF" (center) position. Close the water feed valve by
turning its handle until it is perpendicular to the valve body. Open the FLUSH VALVE by turning its
handle so it is parallel to the valve body. If the post treatment cartridge must be replaced, also close
the valve on the storage tank. Push and hold the power switch to the DEPRESSURIZE position for at
least 10 seconds. The unit will now be depressurized, allowing easy filter replacement.
IMPORTANT:
After filter replacement, air should be purged out and the new filters flushed. Open
the feed water valve. Push and hold the power switch to the DEPRESSURIZE position for at least 1
minute. Close the FLUSH VALVE. Open the valve on the storage tank. Finally, push the power
switch to the "on" position. The
SteamerGard™
unit is now ready for operation.
1. Visually check and, if required, replace the prefilter.
a. The clear prefilter bowl allows for easy inspection of the prefilter, without the need to remove the bowl. If
substantial accumulation of sediment and/or discoloration is evident, replace the prefilter with a new one. It is
imperative that a factory specified prefilter be used.
b. To replace the prefilter, unscrew the filter bowl to the left (counterclockwise as viewed from the bottom), using
the filter bowl wrench supplied (or strap wrench, or by hand). Remove the filter from the bowl, discard it, and
replace it with a new one. The O-ring seal may have to be replaced if it is damaged or distorted. Screw the filter
bowl onto the fitter head by hand.
NOTE:
If the
SteamerGard™
system is supplied with water high in sediment content, the prefilter may need to
be replaced more often than every three months. If the
SteamerGard™
system is supplied with softened water,
the prefilter may last 6 months or more.
2. Change the carbon fitters. (Not required for optional CTA membranes)
a. If the water supply is chlorinated, the carbon fitters
must
be replaced every three months. Check with your local
water department. Nearly all municipal water supplies are chlorinated. If the water supply is not chlorinated
(well water without a chlorinator) the carbon filter can be eliminated. Membrane failure due to chlorine is not
covered under the manufacturer's limited warranty. It is imperative that a factory specified prefilter be used.
b. To replace the carbon filters, unscrew both filter bowls (as in step 1b above), and replace the carbon filters with
the new ones.
3. Visually check the level of media remaining in the post treatment cartridge.
a. The clear post treatment bowl allows for easy inspection of the post treatment cartridge, without the need to
remove the bowl. If the level of cartridge material remaining is less than 3 inches, as measured from the bottom
of the cartridge, replace the post treatment cartridge with a new one.
b. To replace the cartridge, unscrew the post treatment filter bowl (as in step 1 b above), and replace the post
treatment cartridge with a new one.
NOTE:
The expected life of the post treatment cartridge depends upon the local water conditions, and can be
six months to a year, or more.
IMPORTANT:
Refer to
"IMPORTANT" procedure
above after filters are replaced.
SteamerGard
is a trademark of The Water Factory, Costa Mesa California 92626
© 1987 Water Factory Systems. Costa Mesa. CA
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