Kinetico Water Filtration SystemOwner’s Manual

SMF Series

Models: SMF IC600SMF IC614

Kinetico Water Filtration System

Owner’s Manual

Congratulations for choosing Kinetico to improve the quality of your water. You will immediately begin to notice the numerous benefits of having quality water in your home and the benefits of having a Kinetico water filtration system.

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other countries or both, of Kinetico Incorporated, Newbury, Ohio.

Table Of ContentsAbout Your Water Filtration System ............................................................................... 5

How to Use High Quality Filtered Water ...................................................................5

Maintaining Your Water Filtration System .................................................................6

Shutting Off the System .............................................................................................6

Filter Changes ................................................................................................................6

Install Your Kinetico Water Filtration System .............................................................. 7

What to Know Prior to Installation ...............................................................................7

Installation Instructions ....................................................................................................7

Before Installing.............................................................................................................7

Installation Process .................................................................................................8-11

Maintenance ............................................................................................................................ 12

Replace the Cartridge of Your Kinetico Filtration System .................................... 13

Specifications ......................................................................................................................13

Replacement Instructions ...............................................................................................13

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................... 14-15

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About Your Water Filtration SystemWater is the most important resource liquid in the world. And although the water you use for drinking and cooking constitutes less than one percent of all water used in the home, its quality is probably most important to you.

Experts suggest you drink approximately eight, eight-ounce glasses of water per day. Now that you have a Kinetico Water Filtration System, you can rest assured you’re drinking clean, high quality water. And it will taste great too. With a Kinetico Water Filtration System, drinking those eight glasses of water will be a pleasure, not a chore.

How To Use High Quality Drinking WaterSince Water Filtration Systems significantly reduce heavy metals* (such as lead), sediment, and unpleasant tastes and odors in your water**, you may want to make some adjustments when cooking using your Water Filtration System.

* Not Performance Tested or Certified by NSF** The contaminants listed are not necessarily in your water.

Let your taste buds decide how much water to use.When mixing concentrated juices and drinks or making gelatin, tea or coffee, you may need to adjust the amount of water used. You may find that you can use less coffee or tea and still get the desired taste. Or in the case of concentrated drinks, you can add more water without getting a watered-down taste. Also, it probably won’t be necessary for you to descale your automatic coffee maker with vinegar as recommended.

Your Filtered Water is ideal for cooking and baking.Don’t forget to use water from your Filtered Water System for cooking pasta, and washing fruits and vegetables. Whenever a recipe calls for water, reach for your drinking water tap.

Use your Filtered Water in irons and small humidifiers/vaporizers.For extended operation and easier maintenance, use this Filtered Water in irons and small humidifiers. You’ll no longer have to buy distilled water or suffer the consequences of using common tap water in irons and humidifiers.

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54Make ice cubes with your Filtered Water.

If your refrigerator/freezer is equipped with an ice maker, you may want to consider running a line from your system to the ice maker. If you don’t have an ice maker, be sure to fill your ice cube trays with Filtered Water. Either way, you’ll be able to enjoy better tasting and clearer ice cubes.

Houseplants and pets like Filtered Water too.Don’t forget about your plants and pets. Just like you, they’ll love Kinetico Filtered Water.

Maintaining Your Water Filtration SystemNOTE: You must follow the Water Filtration System’s operational, maintenance

and replacement instructions to ensure proper system performance. Do not use where water is microbiologically unsafe or with water of unknown quality.

The Water Filtration System must be properly maintained to continue providing

high quality drinking water.

Shutting Off the SystemIf you should ever discover a problem with your Water Filtration System, turn off the water supply to the system. Then call your local, authorized Kinetico dealer for service.

Filter ChangesAn average family of four with average drinking water use can expect the filtration cartridge to last approximately nine months to one year. Kinetico recommends changing the cartridge at least once per year, or if the water flow is reduced to an unacceptable level, or bad taste and/or odor return.

Your local, authorized Kinetico dealer will change your cartridge, check your water and make sure your system is operating properly. If you choose to install your new cartridge yourself, follow the instructions in the cartridge replacement section at the end of this manual carefully. Never attempt to remove the system’s cartridge without first depressurizing the system.

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Install Your Kinetico Water Filtration System

What to Know Prior to Installation• The Kinetico Water Filtration System is not to be used where water is

microbiologically unsafe or with water of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after unit. Systems certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected waters that may contain filterable cysts.

• For best performance and to maintain full capacity, it is recommended to install a prefilter to protect this system.

• Do not install where line pressure is outside of 30-100 psi, or where temperature is lower than 40˚F or exceeds 100˚F.

• Installation must comply with any existing local plumbing codes.

• The unit(s) must be protected against freezing. Failure to do so may result in cracking of the filter and water leakage.

• This Kinetico Water Filtration System is designed for cold water line use only. Passing hot water through the system may seriously damage filter housing.

• Filter must be in contact with water at all times.

• Recommended pH range is 6 to 8.5.

• Recommended inlet pressure is 60 psi.

• Tools needed: drill, screwdriver, tube cutters (if hard plumbing: lead free solder, heating device and flux).

Installation Instructions

Before Installing:1. Determine plumbing requirements

2. Open box and verify all appropriate materials are present:

• Filter System

• Kit - Spare o-rings and lubricant

• Mounting Track(s)

• Spare E-clips

• Instruction Manual

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Step one:

Turn off water feeding the appliance and ensure water-consuming appliance is turned OFF.

Select appropriate space to install the filtration system. The water filter should be mounted upright on a vertical surface without obstructions; leaving a minimum of 6” space below the system for cartridge change outs. System measurements are shown below.

Step two:

Prepare space for the system:

1. Select appropriate space to install the filtration system. The water filter should be mounted upright on a vertical surface without obstructions; leaving a minimum of 6” space below the system for cartridge change outs. System measurements are shown below.

2. Identify incoming water line. Filtration System should be connected to cold water only.

NOTE: For post mix, verify the water line selected is the one entering the carbonator - NOT the carbonated water line. If a water booster pump is present, the Filtration System should be installed after the water boost before the carbonator.

3. Cut water supply lines.

NOTE: If hard copper plumbing is present, use only lead-free solder and protect filter housing from heat. Do not solder within 12” of plastic parts.

4. If an existing filter needs to be removed, terminate both ends of plumbing with appropriate fittings.

NOTE: Follow appropriate plumbing codes.

VERIFY APPROPRIATE SPACE IS AVAILABLE FOR SYSTEM

6”

13”

Single HeadWidth x Height (head + cartridge + clearance) x Depth

IC600 13” x (9” + 10” + 6”) x 10”IC614 13” x (9” + 14” + 6”) x 10”

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Step tHree:

Standard Install - locate support stud, choose correct mounting hardware for surface and attach back plate to wall:

1. Using a level, mark screw holes for back plate. Drill holes, and insert anchors.

NOTE: Use standard wall anchors or an alternative wall anchor related to support at least 50 lbs.

2. Screw back plate into wall anchors. Slide filter head onto back plate.

Step FoUr:

Attach fittings

1. Use appropriate 3/4”(NPT) fittings and tubing to allow for a flow rate of 5 to 10 Gallons Per Minute (GPM) (See 1 ). Do not over tighten fittings into plastic parts! Warranty will be voided if parts are cracked and/or broken due to misuse and/or over tightening! Use only Selecto approved, SMF Modular fittings!

Connect water filter inlet to cold water supply. Use approved flexible beverage tubing where possible with correct sized tube clamps. If hard plumbing is necessary then use only lead free solder and protect filter housing from excessive heat. Do not solder within 12” of plastic parts!

2. From outlet of water filter use no less than 3/4”(NPT) ID tubing to all specified equipment. It is only permissible to decrease line size when multiple lines are being used (See 2 ).

* Teeing the tubing should be done appropriately, for example 3/4”(NPT) x 3/4”(NPT) x 3/4”(NPT). This is only to be done at equipment location if line is to be used for other equipment.

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Step Five:

Install Cartridge:

1. Generously lubricate inner and outer o-ring using food grade lubrication provided.

2. Align cartridge tabs as indicated on head and insert cartridge and twist to lock into place

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Step Six:

Check Installation:

1. Turn on water.

2. Slowly turn inlet ball valve to ON position, allowing water to fill filter system. Verify that there is no leak between filter head and cartridge.

3. Open flush valve for 30-60 seconds to verify water flow and leak issues. Make sure that the water is clean and free of air bubbles.

For split twin system, flush water from both flush valves

4. Close flush valve(s).

5. Plug/turn equipment ON. Start drawing water from equipment to remove remaining air from the system water lines. Keep water running for approximately one minute until only water without air flows through. If possible/applicable, run carbonated water.

Step Seven:

Use permanent marker to record the installation date on the date label.

QCM 350+Multi-Purpose Filtration Cartridge

FEATURES AND BENEFITS SPECIFICATIONS• Quick Change Cartridge • Rated Capacity: 20,000 gal.• Economical Operation • Flow Rate: 1.7 gpm• Improves Taste and Odor • Min/Max Pressure: 40-100 psi• Reduces: • Min/Max Temp: 40˚-100˚ F

- Sediment - Chlorine (NSF tested) - Chloramine - Scale Build-up - Microorganisms (virus and bacteria) - VOC - Lead

System has been tested and certifi ed by NSF International against NSF/ANSI Standard 42 for the reduction of Chlorine and Taste & Odor.

• Inlet-Outlet Size: 3/4” NPT

KINETICO ADVANCED CARBON MEDIA and SUPERIOR ULTRAFILTRATION TECHNOLOGY guarantee the best

filtration performance, capacity and high flow rate: - Uniquely engineered, ultra-high porosity, catalytic carbon creates an extraordinarily large

active surface area for removing contaminants. - 100% binder-free, gas-activated carbon maximizes capacity for longer-lasting cartridges. - Vortex fl ow combines turbo fl ow and radial fl ow to increase contact time, minimize

pressure drop and fully utilize media fi ltration capacity for maximum e� ciency. - Adsorptive technology consisting of 400 layers of proprietary nano-alumina fi bers with

electrostatic properties inhibits scale formation and reduces contaminants such as lead, VOC, bacteria (99.99%) and heavy metals.

Do not use on water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system.

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To install cartridge: Locate notch above and align with head, push upwards and turn clockwise.

Recommended fi lter replacement is every 12 months.Performance of the water treatment unit may vary based on local water conditions.

INSTALLATION DATE:_______________

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Maintenance:

Cartridge Replacement Schedule• When the line pressure downstream of the filter housing drops to 30 psi

or below during system operation, the cartridge(s) needs to be replaced. Occasional dips below 30 psi and back are normal. Cartridges should be replaced once a year at minimum.

• It is recommended to replace cartridges every 12 months regardless of pressure drop

• Use system backplate label for ordering information for cartridge replacements.

• See page 13 for Cartridge Changing Instructions.

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Replace the Cartridge of Your Kinetico Filtration System:

SpecificationsDescription Part Number Service Cycle (gallons) Flow Rate (gpm)SMF IC600 16645 Chlorine - 50,000 (gal) 5 (gpm)SMF IC614 16646 Chlorine - 75,000 (gal) 7 (gpm)

Min / Max Pressure : 30-100 psiMin / Max Temperature: 40-100˚ FInlet / Outlet Size: 3/4” NPT

Systems Tested and Certified by NSF International against NSF/ANSI Standard 42 and 53 for the reduction of Chlorine taste and odor, Particulate Class 1, and cyst.

Step OneTurn off water feeding the equipment and ensure water-consuming equipment is either turned OFF or unplugged. Shut off inlet valve. Push “Red” pressure relief button located at left end of SMF filter system to relieve pressure until no more water comes out. Grasp filter cartridge, turn counter-clockwise 1/4 turn (when viewed from bottom) and pull downward about 1 1/2” to remove the filter cartridge. Properly dispose of old cartridge.

Step TwoRemove and discard the sanitary cap from the top of the new cartridge. Be sure to apply sufficient lubrication (supplied) to the O-Rings. Align ear on cartridge with notch in filter head and push upwards to insert. Be sure to push cartridge all the way in! Turn cartridge clockwise (when viewed from bottom) until a definite stop is felt and cartridge is sealed. Hand tight is sufficient. Turn on inlet valve. Flush for 15 minute.

It is recommended that the cartridge be changed at least yearly, when pressure drops significantly, or when bad tastes and/or odors return.

Lubricate O-Rings

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TroubleshootingNOTE: A few drops of water may leak at o-ring when first installed. This should stop

when o-rings are under pressure and seal properly.

Before beginning any troubleshooting• Turn inlet valve off.

• Relieve pressure by opening flush valve and pushing the red pressure relief button.

Issue: Leak between threaded connections

1. Remove fittings.

2. Apply additional thread sealant compound.

3. DO NOT over tighten fittings!

Issue: Leak between fittings and filter head

Option 1:

1. Remove retainer clip carefully. A screwdriver may be necessary to pry the fitting out. Check carefully for any cracks. If damaged, discard and use a new one.

2. Gently remove leaking fitting.

3. Apply additional food grade lubricant to o-ring and reinsert fitting.

4. Reinsert retainer clip by pushing down into position.

Option 2: Replace o-rings if the unit still leaks.

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Issue: Leak between fittings and filter head

Option 1:

1. Remove and reinsert cartridge to verify that it is installed correctly. When viewed from above, white locking tabs on cartridge should be visible in four openings on filter head.

2. Gently remove leaking fitting.

3. Apply additional food grade lubricant to o-ring and reinsert fitting.

4. Reinsert retainer clip by pushing down into position.

Option 2:

1. Remove cartridge, following changeout instructions.

2. Inspect o-ring for damage. If needed, replace with a new lubricated o-ring.

3. If o-ring is not damaged, apply additional food grade lubricant.

4. Re-insert cartridge.

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