PENTAIR Qc10 Series Quick-Change Water Filter System User Guide

PENTAIR Qc10 Series Quick-Change Water Filter System

SPECIFICATIONS

• Pressure Range: 30–125 psi (2.1–8.62 bar)
• Temperature Range: 40–100°F (4.4–37.8°C)
• Rated Service Flow:
  • QC10-CBR 0.5 gpm (1.9 Lpm)
  • QC10-EP 0.5 gpm (1.9 Lpm)
  • QC10-GAC 0.75 gpm (2.8 Lpm)
  • QC10-TSGAC  0.75 gpm (2.8 Lpm)
  • QC10-CGAC  0.6 gpm (2.3 Lpm)
  • QC10-CB1 0.6 gpm (2.3 Lpm)
• Size: 2.187-inch x 11.625-inch (55.5 mm x 295.3 mm)

Not Performance Tested or Certified by NSF

PARTS INCLUDED

• Filter head with built-in bracket and compression or push-fit fittings
• Cartridge
• Hardware kit

TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED

• Phillips screwdriver
• Adjustable wrench (for 1/4-inch male threaded parts)
• Tape measure
• Pencil
• Safety glasses
• Separate drinking water faucet required if supplying water directly to the kitchen sink

OPTIONAL MATERIALS

• Shut-off valve
• Saddle tap valve with shut-off
• Threaded copper “T”
• 1/4-inch (6.35 mm) plastic or copper tubing or flexible hose
• 3/8-inch (9.53 mm) plastic or copper tubing or flexible hose

PRECAUTIONS

• WARNING : Do not use with water that is microbiological unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system.
• CAUTION Protect against freezing to prevent cracking of the filter and water leakage.
• CAUTION Because of the product’s limited service life and to prevent costly repairs or possible water damage, we strongly recommend that the head of the filter be replaced every ten years. If the head of yourfilter has been in use for longer than this period, it should be replaced immediately. Date the top of  any new head to indicate the next recommended replacement date.
• CAUTION Turn off water supply to head without cartridge if it must be left unattended for an extended period of time.
• NOTE : Spent adsorption media will not be regenerated and used.
• NOTE : If adsorption media is affected by chlorine, water supply should be treated to remove chlorine prior to entering filter

The QC10-CBR is Tested and Certified by NSF International against NSF/ANSI Standard 42 and 53 for the reduction of claims specified on the performance data sheet
The QC10-EP and QC10-GAC are Tested and Certified by NSF International against NSF/ANSI Standard 42 for the reduction of claims specified on the performance data sheet

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Model

| ****

Claims

| ****

Filter Capacity

| Rated Service Flow| ****

Micron Rating

| ****

1/4-inch Threaded

| 1/4-inch JG

Push fit

| 3/8-inch JG

Push fit

| ****

Replacement Cartridge

---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
QC10-CBR| chlorine taste & odor, sediment,

lead, atrazine, lindane

| 500 gallons

(1,890 L)

| 0.5 gpm

(1.9 L/min)

| 0.5| 158667| 158682| 158691| QC10-CBRR

155785-43

QC10-EP| chlorine taste & odor| 1,500 gallons

(5,670 L)

| 0.5 gpm

(1.9 L/min)

| 5*| 158668| 158683| 158692| QC10-EPR

155962-43

QC10-GAC| chlorine taste & odor| 2,500 gallons

(9,460 L)

| 0.75 gpm

(2.8 L/min)

| –| 158669| 158684| 158693| QC10-GACR

155901-43

QC10-TSGAC*| chlorine taste & odor with

phosphate crystals*

| 1,700 gallons

(6,435 L)*

| 0.75 gpm

(2.8 L/min)*

| –| –| 158723| 158724| QC10-TSGACR

255706-43

QC10-CGAC*| chloramine taste & odor and

chlorine taste & odor*

| 500 gallons

(1,890 L)*

| 0.6 gpm

(2.3 L/min)*

| –| –| 158719| 158720| QC10-CGACR

255704-43

QC10-CB1*| chlorine taste & odor and

sediment*

| 10,000 gallons

(37,850 L)*

| 0.6 gpm

(2.3 L/min)*

| –| –| 158721| 158722| QC10-CB1R

255705-43

Not Performance Tested or Certified by NSF.

INSTALLATION

• NOTE : For cold water use only.
• NOTE : Make certain that installation complies with all state and local laws and regulations.
• NOTE : The contaminants or other substances removed or reduced by the selected cartridge are not necessarily in your water. Filter must be maintained according to manufacturer’s recommendation including replacement of filter cartridges. Ask your local water municipality for a copy of their water analysis, or have your private well tested by a reputable water testing lab.
• NOTE : After prolonged periods of non-use (such as during a vacation) it is recommended that the system be flushed thoroughly. Let water run for 2-3 minutes before using.
• NOTE : The filter cartridge used with this system has a limited service life. Changes in taste, odor, color, and/or flow of the water being filtered indicate that the cartridge should be replaced.

Mounting the Filter System

• A. Select a location where filter system is to be mounted.
  NOTE : Allow 1-1⁄2 inches (38 mm) clearance below housing or 11-inches (279 mm) below filter head to enable filter cartridge changes.
  CAUTION Filter head should be mounted securely to a solid stud or surface. The mounting bracket will support the weight of the filter and help prevent strain on the cold water line.

• B. Filter head should be mounted in vertical position. Use mounting bracket as a template to mark screw locations. Mount filter head in marked location using the screws provided in the hardware kit.
  CAUTION Cold water supply to the filter should have a separate shut-off valve. If it does not, a separate shut-off should be installed.

Connecting the Tubing and Fittings

• A. Assemble fittings as shown in Figure 2A. Press appropriate tubing into the inlet and outlet fittings until it stops. Handtighten connections. Then tighten 1 to 1-1⁄2 turn(s) with a wrench.
• B. Cut and deburr 1/4-inch or 3/8-inch tubing. Insert tubing into push fittings. Push tubing in until you hit a hard stop as shown in Figure 2B, page 3. To remove tubing from fitting, depress tube collar around the tube while pulling the tube out.

Installing the Cartridge
See Filter Cartridge Replacement, Step R3, for installation instructions

FILTER CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT

• (R1) Relieve pressure by turning off water supply to the filter and dispensing water from the faucet.

• (R2) (a) Twist cartridge away from the locked position to the unlock position , and (b) remove cartridge (R2).

• (R3) (c) Line up arrow on replacement cartridge with the unlocked position on head and firmly push cartridge into head and (d) turn to locked position (R3).

• (R4) Turn on water and check for leaks. If leaks are found, see Troubleshooting section.
  NOTE : A water cartridge may contain carbon fines (very fine black powder). This will be released during your initial flushing.

• (R5) Flushing the System:

  • System : QC10-CBR: Flush water through filter for fifteen minutes to remove carbon fines.
  • Systems : QC10-EP, QC1-GAC, QC10-TSGAC, QC10-CGAC & QC-10CB1: Flush water through filter for five minutes to remove carbon fines.

• (R6). Check for leaks again before leaving installation

TROUBLESHOOTING

Leaks:

• Between head and cartridge
  • Turn off the water supply to the filter and dispense water from faucet.
  • Remove cartridge and inspect o-rings to make sure they are in place and clean.
  • Install cartridge and turn on water supply, if it still leaks, contact Technical Support at 800.279.9404. Turn off icemaker if filtered water goes to icemaker.
• From fittings
  • Relieve pressure by turning off water supply to the filter opening until water and airflow stops.
  • For copper or plastic tubing, loosen the compression nut and pull the tubing from the brass fitting.
  • Inspect to see if the ferrule and insert (plastic only) are properly installed on the tubing.
  • If so, reconnect tubing finger-tight, then tighten nut about 1 to 1-1⁄2 turn(s) with a wrench.
  • Install cartridge and turn on water supply, if it still leaks, contact Technical Support at 800.279.9404. Turn off icemaker if filtered water goes to icemaker.

MAINTENANCE

Contact your local water treatment professional for replacement cartridge pricing or call Customer Service at 800.279.9404 for a dealer near you.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

Threaded Ports

257438| QCH-1/4PF| Head & Bracket

Assembly

| 1/4-inch John Guest

Push Fit

257439| QCH-3/8PF| Head & Bracket

Assembly

| 3/8-inch John Guest

Push Fit

144846| | 1/4-inch MT Hardware

Kit

| 1/4-inch Male

Threaded Ports

244430| QC-PF| Push Fit Hardware Kit| John Guest Push Fit

PERFORMANCE DATA

Important Notice : Read this performance data and compare the capabilities of these systems with your actual water treatment needs. It is recommended that, before installing a water treatment system, you have your water supply tested to determine your actual water treatment needs.
These systems have been tested according to NSF/ANSI 42
and 53 for the reduction of the substances listed below. The concentration of the indicated substances in water entering the system was reduced to a concentration less than or equal to the permissible limit for water leaving the system as specified in NSF/ANSI 42 and 53

WARNING : Do not use with water that is microbiological unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system.

QC10-CBR WITH QC10-CBRR CARTRIDGE

QC10-GAC WITH QC10-GACR CARTRIDGE

QC10-EP WITH QC10-EPR CARTRIDGE

Test Conditions

• Flow Rate
  • 0.5 gpm (QC10-CBR & QC10-EP)
  • 0.75 gpm (QC-GAC)
• Inlet Pressure = 60 psi (4.1 bar)
• pH = 7.5 ± 1
• Temperature = 68˚F ± 5˚F (20˚C ± 2.5˚C)

Operating Requirements:

• Pressure = 30-125 psi (2.1-8.62 bar)
• Temperature = 40˚-100˚F (4.4˚-37.8˚C)

California Residents – Proposition 65
This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects or other reproductive harm.

The QC10-CBR is Tested and Certified by NSF International against NSF/ANSI Standard 42 and 53 for the reduction of claims specified on the performance data sheet.
The QC10-EP and QC10-GAC are Tested and Certified by NSF International against NSF/ANSI Standard 42 for the reduction of claims specified on the performance data sheet.

For Pentair§ Product Warranties visit:
waterpurification.pentair.com

13845 BISHOPS DR., SUITE 200, BROOKFIELD, WI 53005
WATERPURIFICATION.PENTAIR.COM

CUSTOMER CARE

CUSTOMER CARE : 800.279.9404
tech-support@pentair.com
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References

• Water Treatment Systems | Commercial & Industrial Water Treatment | Pentair

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