Installation, Operation & Maintenance Manual
Reduce Particulate, Chlorine, Taste , Odor & Remove Hardness
For QTSFT Series Models: QTSFT-1, QTSFT-3
DO NOT DISCARD - GIVE THIS MANUAL TO THE OWNER AFTER INSTALLATION
● Installation must conform to all local plumbing codes and regulations.
● Do NOT use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system.
● Connect system to cold water supply only! Water temperature must not exceed 100°F/38°C.
● Do NOT solder plumbing connections attached to the fi lter housing or inlet valve. High temperature will damage these components.
● Do NOT over-tighten fi tting connections into inlet valve or housing outlet. Always back-up valves and fi ttings with a wrench to avoid turning the valve.
● Allow a minimum of 3” under the housing to allow for sump removal and fi lter replacement.
● Do NOT mount the system near a heat source or above the electrical wiring or any device or area that would be adversely affected by water.
● Do NOT mount the system behind equipment. The unit must be easily accessible for fi lter replacement.
● Failure to change cartridges per recommended intervals with OptiPure replacement cartridges may lead to system failure and property damage.
Introduction
Your new OptiPure QTSFT-Series FoodService Filtration System will cleanse and condition the tap water providing optimum water characteristics for their specifi ed applications. The result is reduced equipment maintenance requirements, longer equipment life and improved quality & consistency of your products. The OptiPure System is built with the fi nest, most advanced materials and each system is quality inspected and pressure tested prior to shipment.
Proper system installation and routine fi lter changes will ensure years of trouble-free operation and performance.
Please refer to this manual when performing routine fi lter changes. The instructions make periodic maintenance quick and easy, and ensure you will receive maximum benefi t from your system.
System/Operating Specifi cations &Dimensions
Maximum Pressure: 125 psi/8.6 bar Maximum Temperature: 100°F/38°C, Min.: 35°F/2°C
Capacity: Change filters before hardness removal capacity has been depleted.
IMPORTANT - Use Enclosed Water Hardness Test Strips To Measure Water Hardness and Document.
Date Installed:______________________ Feed Water Hardness:__________ gpg
Treated Water Hardness:__________gpg Projected Filter Change Date:_____________________
Hardness Conversion: 1 grain per gallon equals 17.1 ppm or mg/l. e.g. 10 grains of hardness is equal to 171 mg.l of hardness.
The formula to determine cartridge life span is:
(Grains Capacity of Filter/grains per gallon) x (ounces per gallon/ounces per serving)
An example: If the QTSFT-3 was installed on a system with feedwater that contains 10 grains of hardness and the serving size is 2 ounces, the expected life spane would be: (4500 grains/10 grains) X (128 ozs./2ozs.) = 450 gallons treated x 64 servings/gallon = 28,800 servings. Or you could simply say 450 gallons of water is treated regardless of serving size.
Caution: If the equipment has an automatic cleaning cycle or other use for the feedwater, the amount of water used must added to the treated water consumption and the grains of capacity. In cases where the water has above normal sediment or chlorine, or the hardness varies due to seasonal changes or drought, the rated capacity of the cartridges may be reduced. To acheive the maximum protection for the equipent it is recommended that the hardness be monitored until a standard can be established.
QTSFTiom908
Inlet
3/8” True-Seal
Outlet - Connect to equipment
3/8” True-Seal
Capacity: 1800 grains
Service Flow Rate: 0.5 gpm/1.9 lpm
5.8”W x 19.9”H x 4”D
Inlet/Outlet: 3/8” FNPT
Installation Precautions
• Do NOT install system on line pressure above 125 psi.
Capacity: 4500 grains
Service Flow Rate: 1.0 gpm/3.8 lpm
16” W x 21”H x 4” D
3/8” True-Seal Push-In Connection
• Do NOT install the system backwards with the feed water line connected to the outlet.
• Do NOT use liquid pipe compounds for fi tting connections. USE two to three wraps of Tefl on tape.
• Do NOT allow system to freeze. Turn off water supply to housing and drain housing if temperature falls below 33°F.
• Do NOT install system in direct sunlight or where system is exposed to harsh chemicals or may be subjected to being struck by moving equipment, carts, mops or any other item that may cause damage.
• IF water hammer is evident, install water hammer arrestors before OptiPure unit.
Installation Procedure
1. Turn off all equipment to be fed by the OptiPure System.
2. Locate water supply cut-off valve and turn off.
3. Install a minimum 3/8” full-fl ow ball valve on the water supply side that will feed the water system.
4. Anchor the OptiPure System on a wall stud or suitable mounting material spanning wall studs.
5. Run 3/8” Polyethylene tubing from the full-fl ow ball valve at the tap water source to the inlet ball valve on the left side of the OptiPure system. The connection is a 3/8” Parker True-Seal connection that is a push fi t.
NOTE: Make sure tubing is cut square and clean with no burrs before inserting into True-Seal connection.
6. Select the appropriate size tubing for the equipment being fed and connect it to the outlet of the OptiPure
System. NOTE: DO NOT connect the tubing to the equipment at this time. Prior to making connection to the equipment this line will be used to facilitate fl ushing the system. As an option, a fl ush valve in a tee on the outlet side of the OptiPure system can be installed in the line to facilitate fl ushing when changing fi lters.
7. With OptiPure inlet valve closed, slowly open the full-fl ow ball valve at the tap water source. Check for leaks.
8. If a fl ush valve was not installed on the outlet side of the system, hold the tubing that will connect to equipment in a clean bucket or over sink or drain. Open the system inlet feed valve and allow water to fl ush through system for 10 minutes at the specifi ed system fl ow rate to allow air and any carbon fi nes to escape. NOTE:
NO ACTIVATION IS REQUIRED FOR THE OPTIPURE SYSTEM TO PERFORM PROPERLY. FLUSHING IS
RECOMMENDED TO ALLOW AIR TO ESCAPE THE SYSTEM AND REMOVE ANY CARBON FINES and
COLOR PRIOR TO CONNECTING TO EQUIPMENT.
9. Make certain that the end of the tubing to be connected to the equipment is clean and sanitized.
10. Connect tubing to equipment. Open all water supply valves and check for leaks.
11. If no leaks turn on equipment and check for normal operation.
Operation
With adequate pressure, normal operation of the OptiPure System is completely automatic. Dependable operation involves only monitoring of water hardness, periodic fi lter changes and service documentation.
Maintenance
The only routine maintenance your OptiPure System should ever require is periodic fi lter cartridge changes. Filter changes are necessary for optimum performance of your foodservice equipment. If the system sizing recommendations have been followed the OptiPure System is designed to provide soft water for the rated capacity of the system.
Filter Change Frequency
Several situations will mandate fi lter changes. Complete fi lter sets should be changed when any of the following apply:
• Six (6) Months have passed since unit installation or previous fi lter change.
• Reduced water fl ow.
• When hardness minerals are no longer removed.
If fi lter change frequency is less than capacity to remove hardness, it may be necessary to add additional prefi ltration or evaluate system sizing recommendations.
Filter Cartridge Replacement Procedure
IMPORTANT: Determine whether all equipment connected to the
OptiPure System must be turned off prior to shutting off water supply from fi lters.
1. Close inlet ball valve.
2. Relieve pressure downline by opening fl ush valve or briefl y actuating equipment.
3. Turn cartridge to the left 1/4 turn until it stops.
4. Pull down on the cartridge until it clears head. Discard old cartridge.
5. Line up the upward-arrow on the new cartridge with the upward pointing arrow on the head.
6. Push cartridge up into head until it stops and turn to right until it stops. (The upward-arrow on the cartridge should align with the downward-arrow on the head).
7. Open the inlet ball valve.
8. Open down-stream fl ush valve to fl ush new cartridge at the specifi ed fl ow rate for a minimum of ten (10) minutes.
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1
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6
3
Replacement Parts for: QTSFT-1, QTSFT-3
Part #
300-05899
520-12215
520-12218
550-01210
160-52912
180-80106
Description
Head, Qwik-Twist - 3/8” I/O
Valve, Inlet Ball -QTSFT-1
Valve, Inlet & Flush - QTSFT-3
Connector - 3/8”Tubing
Flush Kit -3/8” (Optional)
Hardness Test Strip (2/pk)
Hardness Testing
For your convenience we have included two hardness test strips in this installation kit for determining the hardness of your feedwater. Due to the fact that tap water varies dramatically even within the same city we strongly recommend the you test the hardness and calculate the capacity of the system. This will provide you with the maximum protection for your equipment.
The test procedure is very simple and will only take a few seconds to complete. Furthermore, it would be prudent to periodically measure feedwater and treated water hardness to confi rm that the feedwater hardness has remained consistent and that your system has not exceeded capacity.
Test Procedure:
1. Flush wter from the supply line that you will be using to supply the QTSFT for several minutes.
2. Fill a clean cup with the water from the line after fl ushing.
3. Dip the test strip into the water sample for one (1) second, remove and immediately match with the closest color on the strip package for total hardness
(TH) as parts per million (ppm) or grains per gallon
(gpg). Color is stable for 1 minute.
4. After installation of the QSFT and the unit has been fl ushed, check the hardness of the treated water using the same procedure in steps 1-3. It should be zero-1 grain per gallon.
Doing this test will confi rm that the QTSFT is performing and will provide you with the peace of mind that your equipment is protected from hardness scale.
Replacement Cartridges
System
QTSFT-1
Cartridge
SFT-Q
QTSFT-3 CSFT-Q
SFT-Q
Qty.
1
1
2
Replacement Filter Cartridges
OptiPure Filter Systems are designed, tested, and certifi ed with OptiPure fi lter cartridges with proven performance, size and operating capacities. Use of replacement cartridges other than those specifi ed will void warranties, certifi cations and may compromise equipment protection, water quality and cartridge life.
FilterTrak - Filter System Management
Resource
The single biggest problem with fi lter systems is the lack of attention after the system is installed.
Many times the equipment supplied by the fi lter systems has a service problem related to water because the fi lter system has not been maintained. This is simply because personnel in the establishment change and it becomes diffi cult to keep track of what fi lters are needed and when. FilterTrak eliminates this problem since it automatically notifi es users when a scheduled fi lter change is due and what fi lter cartridges are needed via mail, fax, email or autoship.
OptiPure warrants the quality of workmanship of their system components and assembly, except for replacement cartridges and membranes, for a period of 36 months. OptiPure Systems are designed, tested and certifi ed with
OptiPure cartridges. Use of replacement cartridges or parts other than those specifi ed will void warranties and Certifi cations, and compromise equipment protection, water quality and cartridge life.
Manufactured by OptiPure
division of Procam Controls, Inc.
2605 Technology Dr. Bldg. 300 Plano, TX 75074 USA
P: 972.881.9797 F: 972.422.6262 email: [email protected]
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www.optipurewater.com
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