UNITOR 625575 Aquafilter System Starter Pack Instruction Manual

UNITOR 625575 Aquafilter System Starter Pack

Technical Specifications

• Product: UNITORTM Aquafilter System Starter Pack
• Product Code: 625575 & 779250

Specifications / Water Inlet Conditions
The system should not be used with biologically contaminated water or water of unknown origin. Only original replacement parts, filter cartridges, and accessories made by the manufacturer may be used.

Scope of Supply (Included in the Box)

• Water Filter System (779237) x 1
• Chrome filter faucet (779240) x 1
• Adapter (779248) (1/2 MIP x 1/2 FIP x 1/4 FIP) x 2
• Teflon tape (779247) x 1
• Shut-off valve (779249) x 2
• Flexible tubing (779241) (Blue) x 1
• Flexible tubing (779242) (Yellow) x 2
• Quick connectors wrench (779246) with mounting bracket x 1
• Wrench for Water Filter System (779237) x 1

Safety Precautions Before Installation

WARNING : The system should not be used with biologically contaminated water or water of unknown origin.

Only original replacement parts, filter cartridges, and accessories made by the manufacturer may be used
Compliance with the following instructions ensures:

• problem-free product operation,
• manufacturer’s warranty.

Failure to comply with the following instructions will result in loss of warranty.

1. Read this Instruction Manual carefully before beginning system installation.

2. Check if all elements needed for the installation are included with the system. (Refer to Section 3 “Included in the Box”).

3. Please note that after installing the system, as well as after each filter cartridge and hollow fiber membrane replacements, and in the case of long inactivity of the system, the system flushing procedure must be conducted before resuming system usage.

4. After inserting the tubing into a quick connector or a quick connector onto a stub, the connected place should be secured with a safety clip.

5. During disconnecting and connecting of tubing be sure not to break it (correctly installed tubing should be inserted 1.5 cm inside of quick connector).

6. Secure the quick connector with a safety clip after the tubing has been inserted.

7. For sealing plastic components use only Teflon tape

8. Wash your hands thoroughly before and after filter cartridge or membrane element replacements.

9. During the cartridge or capillary membrane installation one must consider water flow direction. An arrow put on each of our inline cartridges indicates the water flow direction.

10. In all cases of product returns, the system must be returned in its original packaging – otherwise, the return will not be accepted.

11. The manufacturer is not responsible for any damages resulting from the use of this product if used for
    other purposes than filtration of potable water.

12. The manufacturer does not hold any responsibility for printing errors.

13. The manufacturer reserves the right to introduce changes or amendments to the provided technical information at any time and without the necessity of a prior announcement.

Use only genuine Aquafilter replacement parts, filter cartridges, and membrane elements. In case of use of other manufacturers’ parts, Wilhelmsen Ships Service is not responsible for any damage caused in the course of product use.

Technical Specifications / Water Inlet Conditions

• Inlet water temperature ………………………………………………………………………………………………….. between 2°C and 45°C
• Water supply pressure …………………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………….. 3,5 bar
• Water supply adapter ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 1/2”
• Outlet tubing. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 1/4”
• Dimensions (height x width x depth) ………………………………………………………………………. 438 mm x 100 mm x 360 mm

IMPORTANT NOTE! The system must be secured from high pressures and rapid pressure changes caused by local water supply systems. A pressure regulator must be installed on the inlet of the system’s water supply. The system’s optimal performance pressure is 4 bar.
Regulators may be purchased separately – catalog nr. ADV-REG_K

Scope of Supply (Included in the Box)

Connection Diagram

System Installation

IMPORTANT NOTE!
The manufacturer is not responsible for any damages that result from improper installation or use of the system.

Connecting the water source to the Pre-filter housing (779229)

1. Shut off the incoming water supply from the drinking water fountain

2. Unscrew flexible tubing from the shut-off valve (the adapter).
   IMPORTANT NOTE! Between the shut-off valve and flexible tubing is a rubber gasket – be sure not to lose it.

3. Screw adapter (779248) onto the shut-off valve to allow easy installation of (779249) valve and its easy opening and closing. IMPORTANT NOTE! Remember to place rubber gaskets in between the connections.

4. Wind a few layers of Teflon Tape on shut-off valve adapter (779249)

5. Screw valve adapter (779249) into adapter (779248).

6. Put the nut on the flexible yellow tubing (779242)

7. Push the yellow tubing into the shut-off valve adapter (779249) and tighten the nut.

8. Connect the other side of the first yellow tubing (779242) to Prefilter housing (779229) into the [IN] inlet and secure it with the blue clip fastener and Teflon tape
   Connecting the Pre-filter (779229) to the Aquafilter System (779237)

9. Take the second yellow tubing (779242) insert one end into the [OUT] outlet of the Pre-filter (779229) and secure it with a blue clip fastener and Teflon tape

10. Remove the blue clip fastener from the yellow plug on the system and pull- out the yellow plug from the [IN] inlet in an upward motion with force

11. Press down the plastic inlet ring to insert yellow tubing into the [IN] of the system’s water inlet and secure the yellow tubing into place with a blue clip fastener
    To connect the system to the water cooler

12. Remove the blue clip fastener from the blue plug and remove the blue plug with an upward force

13. Press down the plastic inlet ring to insert blue tubing into the [OUT] of the system’s water outlet secure the blue tubing into place with a blue clip fastener and connect the other end of the blue tubing into the inlet of the water cooler

Installing the Faucet (779240)

1. On threaded faucet extension [1], first put on cover plate [2], and then rubber gasket [3].
2. Secure the faucet in the counter opening.
3. Underneath the sink, put the rubber [5] and metal [6] washers on the faucet extension [4], and tighten with metal nut [7].
4. Install flexible tubing (supplying water and connecting faucet with the system):
5. put the tubing [11] through the metal nut [10] and plastic tightening ring [9],
6. put the insert [8] into the tubing. Push flexible tubing (all the way) into the faucet extension [4] and tighten it (by hand) with the metal nut [10]. 5) Connect other end of flexible tubing with connector [OUT] (white ring)(Fig. 2).

Pre-filter Cartridge (779231)

1. Shut off the water supply valve
2. Open the filter faucet to release pressure from the system
3. Unscrew the filter housing sump from the filter cap by hand or using a wrench (779245) perpendicularly to the filter housing
4. Remove the old filter cartridge
5. Unpack the new cartridge out of plastic foil. Place the filter cartridge inside the filter housing sump (pressing against the top of the plastic stem to ensure its central location).
6. Screw in the filter housing cap to filter the housing sump and tighten it with a wrench (remember to use the wrench perpendicularly to the filter housing). Use the same procedures for the installation of remaining filter cartridges. ATTENTION! If you cannot tightly screw the filter cap with the filter housing sump check if all O-rings and cartridges are positioned correctly.
7. Slightly open the filter faucet and next, gradually open your water supply valve to fill the filter housings with fresh water and release air from the system through the faucet. ATTENTION! After each filter cartridge replacement procedure, all filters must be flashed out with running water for at least 5 minutes. Filtered water can be safely consumed after this process is completed.

WARNING! Before the first use of the system and after cartridge replacement, perform the system flushing process. Flush the system for several minutes before use. Use only microbiologically safe and adequately disinfected water. After completion of the above operations, filtered water can be consumed.

System Cartridge Replacement

1. Shut off the water supply valve

2. Open the filter faucet to release pressure from the system

3. Before replacing the membrane, disconnect all flexible tubing from the system (inlet/outlet).

4. Remove the front panel of the system’s housing

5. Remove the cartridge from the housing bracket

6. To disconnect tubing from the inlet elbows of the filter cartridge detach the safety clips from the elbow inlet and outlet of the cartridge.

7. Press the elbow flange symmetrically and pull the tubing out.
   NOTE! When removing tubing be particularly careful not to bend it. The collapse of the tubing can lead to breakage and water leakage.

8. Unscrew the inlet and outlet connectors from the cartridge.

9. Remove old Teflon tape

10. Apply several layers of Teflon tape to the connector threads. NOTE! Use only Teflon tape, do not use tow.
    Apply Teflon tape in the opposite direction to the direction connectors will be installed.

11. Install (screw in) connectors into the new filter cartridge.
    NOTE! During installing (screwing in) individual connectors do NOT withdraw (unscrew) them at any time. This may result in connection damage and future water leaks.

12. Connect the OUTLET elbow from the filter cartridge with the INLET elbow of the filter cartridge using flexible tubing. Do the following:

    • Make sure that the input will be connected in the direction of water flow. The correct water flow direction is indicated by arrows placed on the label of each filter cartridge.
    • Push-in tubing into the output elbows attached to the filter cartridge (properly inserted tubing sets in about 1.5 cm).
    • Secure the connection with a safety clip.
      NOTE! When inserting the tubing be particularly careful not to bend it. The collapse of the tubing can lead to breakage and water leakage

13. Connecting INLET elbow from filter cartridge with water supply using tubing.
    Do the following:

14. Make sure that the filter cartridge is installed correctly in the same direction as the water flow. The water flow direction is marked with an arrow on the product label.

15. Push the inlet tubing into the elbow connector, attached to the filter cartridges (properly inserted tubing sets in about 1.5 cm.)

16. Secure the connection with a safety clip.

17. Insert the filter cartridge back into the mounting brackets.
    To replace the remaining filter cartridges, follow the instruction described in steps 5 to 14
    NOTE: After each filter cartridge replacement procedure, all filters must be flashed out with running water for at least 5 minutes. After completing the above-mentioned procedures, filter water can be consumed.

18. Reattach yellow and blue tubing

19. Slowly open the water supply valve and check for leaks

20. Close the system housing

Filter Cartridges

Filter Cartridges (625576 or 779260)

• Depends on the amounts of filtered water, its quality and level of contamination from incoming water, and filter usage.
• Cartridge color is subject to change without notice.
• Before the first use of the system and after each cartridge replacement, the system should be flushed with water for at least 10 minutes. After these procedures, filtered and conditioned water may be consumed.

WARNING! Filter cartridges are not subject to any complaints at the time of:

• after opening the protective packaging,
• after the first use of filter cartridges.

Disclaimer for Water Filtration Systems

To ensure the effectiveness and safety of our water filtration systems, the following guidelines must be adhered to by the vessel crew:

Compliance with Standards:
The water supplied to the filtration system must meet the World Health Organization (WHO) drinking water standards. The filtration system is an additional measure and does not replace the need to comply with these regulations.

Regular Water Testing:
Conduct water quality tests both before and after commissioning the filtration system.
Perform regular checks to ensure ongoing compliance with WHO guidelines and Maritime Labor Convention (MLC 2006) standards.

Operator Responsibilities:
Ensure the water provided on board is safe and free from harmful organisms and chemicals.
Continuously monitor water quality and report any adverse results as required by International Health Regulations (IHR 2005).

Fresh Water Safety Plan (FWSP):
Implement a risk assessment and management approach covering the entire water supply process from loading to tap delivery.
Include system assessment, hazard analysis, appropriate treatment processes, and a monitoring and corrective action plan to prevent contamination.

Water Inlet Pressure:
Maintain the maximum water inlet pressure at 3.5 bar or below. Use a pressure regulator if necessary to ensure compliance.

Pre-Treatment Requirement:
Ensure incoming water has sufficient pre-treatment and meets WHO standards before using the Unitor Aquafilters System.

Water Quality:
Do not use the filtration system for water with very high microbiological content, unsafe conditions, or extreme hardness.
By following these guidelines, you help ensure the water filtration system operates effectively and maintains high-quality drinking water on board.

Wilhelmsen Ships Service

• Postal address PO Box 33 N-1324 Lysaker
• Visiting address Strandveien 20 N-1366 Lysaker Norway

Norway

• T (+47) 67584550
• F (+47) 67584570
• E wss.info@wilhelmsen.com
• www.wilhelmsen.com/shipsservice
• Part of Wilhelmsen Maritime
• Services, a Wilh. Wilhelmsen group company

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: Can I use other manufacturers’ parts with the UNITORTM Aquafilter System?
  • A: No, only genuine Aquafilter replacement parts, filter cartridges, and membrane elements should be used. The manufacturer is not responsible for any damage caused by using other manufacturers’ parts.

References

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