Operating instructions

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NOTE: Have you read “ Section 4”, PLUMBING SYSTEM CLEANUP, for instructions on some procedures that may

need to be performed ﬁ rst?

GRAVEL AND CHEM-FREE MEDIA SCHEDULE

Unit Model Number APIF075

MCIF0751

APIF100

MCIF1001

APIF150

MCIF1501

APIF200

MCIF2001

APIF300

MCIF3001

Chem-Free Filter Media MC-075P MC-10P MC-10P

MC-050P

MC-10P (2) MC-10P (3)

NOTE: If you ordered an “M” model Chem-Free Free Iron Filter, Iron Reduction System the ﬁ lter pack me-

dia would be designated by an M at the end of the part number i.e. MC-10MP.

To load the ﬁ lter media into the ﬁ lter tank please use the follow steps. This is necessary to ensure that

the distributor tube has not been pulled up when the control valve was removed from the top of the ﬁ lter

tank.

Step 1

a) Remove from the shipping carton the ﬁ lter unit

b) Carefully remove the control valve from the ﬁ lter vessel by releasing the latch on the clamping collar (see ﬁ gure 7 on 3-13).

c) Set all items aside for future use. Ensure that the following items have been shipped entirely with the unit to allow for

proper and complete installation. If any item is missing or has been damaged in transit contact our technical department

for help and replacement at 866-693-2543 (option 1) from 7:30 am to 4:30pm EST. Please be prepared to supply the

model and serial number when you call should you need help.

i. Control valve

ii. Mineral tank (also a reducing bushing and ﬂ anged adapter on MCIF3001 and APIF300)

iii. Bypass valve

iv. 1” Male NPT Connection Kit

v. Chem-Free Media (amount will vary by ﬁ lter size)

vi. Distributor Tube

vii. Drain line assembly kit

viii. Parts bag

ix. Valve wrench

x. Installation and Operating Instruction

xi. Loading funnel

xii. Tube extension device and cap

d) Remove the distributor tube in the ﬁ lter vessel, set aside and pour the gravel into a clean pail for later use.

e) Reinsert the distributor tube into the ﬁ lter vessel and ensure the tube is centered in the tank; a dimple is in the center of

the ﬁ lter vessel to help in doing so. Using the tube extension device and cap, cover the distributor tube opening to prevent

ﬁ lter media and gravel from entering the distributor tube during the loading of the ﬁ lter vessel.

f) Place the funnel provided, in the opening of the mineral tank to aid in loading the gravel and ﬁ lter media. Pour the QC

gravel into the ﬁ lter vessel slowly. While holding the distributor tube in place, shake the ﬁ lter vessel from side to side gen-

tly, to aid in leveling the QC gravel. Do not allow gravel to get under the basket of the distributor tube during the loading

of gravel. If this happens, pour out the gravel and remove the distributor tube once again. Next locate the ﬁ lter media and

slowly pour into the ﬁ lter vessel. Again shake the ﬁ lter vessel from side to side to aid in leveling the media. Next, using a

hose or clean pail, ﬁ ll the ﬁ lter vessel with water to saturate the ﬁ lter media and expel any air that may be present, remove

the extension tube, cap and funnel, and save for future servicing.

g) Using a clean dry rag, wipe the opening of the mineral tank to remove any dust or residue from the opening to receive the

control valve. Apply silicone lubricant to the ﬁ lter vessel ﬂ anged opening and control valve O-rings that seal against the

ﬁ lter vessel and pilot tube O-ring in the center of the control valve. Place the center of the control valve over the distribu-

tor tube and push down on the control valve until it contacts the ﬂ ange on the ﬁ lter vessel. Using one swift and even push

downward, seat the control valve into the opening of the ﬁ lter vessel. Do not use a rocking motion to seat the control

valve as this could roll or pinch the O-ring, causing a leak between the control valve and ﬁ lter vessel. Place the clamp

assembly around the ﬂ ange of the ﬁ lter vessel and the control valve, paying particular attention to the proper orientation

of the clamp. To secure the clamp in place install the latch. Refer to Figure 7 on 3-13 to determine the proper orientation

for the clamp. The latch needs to be installed with the smaller opening toward the clamp. Attach the bypass to the control

valve as shown in Figure 7 on page 3-13.