OWNER’S MANUAL How to install, operate and maintain your EcoWater Systems Central Water Filtration System Model ECWS System tested and certified by NSF International against NSF/ANSI Standard 42. See performance data sheet for details. Printed on recycled paper EcoWater Systems LLC P.O. Box 64420, St. Paul MN 55164-0420 PRINTED IN U.S.A. Part No. 7308784 (Rev.
ECOWATER Table of Contents & Safety Guides S Y S T E M S TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY GUIDES Page Specifications & Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Installation Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9 How a Central Water Filtration System Works . . . . 10 Start Up Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Programming the Electronic Controller . . . . . . . . . .
ECOWATER Specifications & Dimensions S Y S T E M S SPECIFICATIONS Model ECWS Model Code Nominal Mineral Tank Size Rated Service Flow Rate Pressure Drop at Rated Service Flow Pressure Drop at 12 gpm Water Pressure Limits (minimum / maximum) Water Temperature Limits (minimum / maximum) 0.50 0.75 Rated Capacity at Chlorine Concentration** of: 1.0 1.5 2.0 EC 8” dia. x 35” 6.
ECOWATER Installation Requirements S Y S T E M S TOOLS NEEDED LOCATION REQUIREMENTS Assemble the required tools before starting installation. Read and follow instructions provided with any tools listed here. Consider the following when selecting an installation location for the Central Water Filtration System. Do not operate the Central Water Filtration System where freezing temperatures occur. Do not attempt to treat water over 120ºF. Freezing temperatures or hot water damage voids the warranty.
ECOWATER Installation Requirements S Y S T E M S PLUMBING CODES VALVE DRAIN REQUIREMENTS All plumbing must be completed in accordance with national, state and local plumbing codes. Using the flexible drain hose (included), measure and cut to the length needed. Flexible drain hose is not allowed in all localities (check your plumbing codes). If local codes do not allow use of a flexible drain hose, a rigid valve drain run must be used. Purchase a compression fitting (1/2 NPT x 1/2 in.
ECOWATER Installation S Y S T E M S 1. UNPACKING Copper Tubes (2) Clips (4) EcoWater Systems Central Water Filtration System is shipped from the factory in one master carton. The carton also includes a bag of small parts needed to assemble and install the unit, plus this manual. O-Rings (4) Thoroughly check the Central Water Filtration System for possible shipping damage and parts loss. Also inspect and note any damage to the shipping carton. Notify the transportation company if damage is present.
ECOWATER Installation S Y S T E M S 4. INSTALLING THREE-VALVE BYPASS 3 VALVE BYPASS If installing a 3-valve bypass system, plumb as needed using Figure 7 as a guide. When installing sweat copper, be sure to use lead-free solder and flux, required by federal and state codes. Use pipe joint compound on outside pipe threads. 5.
ECOWATER Installation S Y S T E M S 7. COLD WATER PIPE GROUNDING The house cold water pipe (metal only) is often used as a ground for the house electrical system. The 3valve bypass type of installation, shown in Figure 7, will maintain ground continuity. If you use the plastic bypass, continuity is broken. To restore the ground, do either step 7a or 7b following. Ground Clamp a. Use the ground clamp kit (included) to make a jumper across the inlet and outlet copper tubes (See Figure 9). FIG. 9 b.
ECOWATER Installation S Y S T E M S 9. PRESSURE TESTING FOR LEAKS 10. CONNECT TRANSFORMER To prevent excessive air pressure in the EcoWater Central Water Filtration System and plumbing system, do the following steps EXACTLY in order: a. During installation, the Central Water Filtration System wiring may be moved or jostled from place.
ECOWATER S Y S T E M S How a Central Water Filtration System Works NORMAL OPERATION APPLICATIONS FOR A CENTRAL WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM During normal operation water enters the Central Water Filtration System and flows through several filtration processes where tastes, odors and sediment are reduced. Do not use the Central Water Filtration System with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system.
ECOWATER Start Up Procedure S Y S T E M S IMPORTANT: Run the start up cycle immediately after completing installation, before using any water in the home. During the start up cycle: Throughout the start up cycle you will hear the valve changing position and notice the flow of water to drain starting and stopping. The start up cycle will take approximately 20 minutes. Avoid using water during this time.
ECOWATER Programming the Electronic Controller S Y S T E M S Display UP button RECHARGE button DOWN button SELECT button FIG. 12 When the transformer is initially plugged into the electrical outlet, the model code (EC) and a test number (example: J1.4), begin to flash in the faceplate display. Then, 12:00 PM and the words “PRESENT TIME" begin to flash. NOTE: If “- - - -” shows in the display, press the UP or DOWN button until “EC” shows in the display.
ECOWATER Customizing Features / Options S Y S T E M S START A CLEAN RINSE CYCLE To manually start a Clean Rinse cycle, press and hold the RECHARGE button for a few seconds, until “RECHARGE NOW” flashes in the display. This Clean Rinse cycle takes 3 minutes (unless the factory settings for backwash and fast rinse times have been changed, as shown below). FIG. 15 SET CLEAN RINSE START TIME By default the Central Water Filtration System will Clean Rinse at 1:00 a.m.
ECOWATER Customizing Features / Options S Y S T E M S continued from previous page To change the length of the backwash or fast rinse parts of the Clean Rinse cycle: 1. Press and hold the SELECT button for a few seconds, until the “000--” screen appears, as shown at right. 2. Press the SELECT button twice, so “SET TIME bA” appears in the display. 3. Press the minutes. UP or DOWN buttons to set the length of backwash in 4. Press the SELECT button when the desired backwash time is shown.
ECOWATER Customizing Features / Options S Y S T E M S OPERATING IN MANUAL CLEAN RINSE MODE Clean Rinse cycles will run automatically, unless the automatic Clean Rinse function has been disabled. If this function has been disabled, it will be necessary to manually initiate any Clean Rinse cycles. It is recommended that a Clean Rinse cycle should be run at least once each month, or more frequently if necessary.
ECOWATER Care of the Central Water Filtration System S Y S T E M S VACATIONS AND EXTENDED PERIODS OF NO WATER USE PROTECT THE CENTRAL WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM FROM FREEZING If your Central Water Filtration System will not be used for an extended period of time (several months), please follow one of these recommendations: If the Central Water Filtration System is installed where it could freeze (summer cottage, lake home, etc.), you must drain all water from it to stop possible freeze damage.
ECOWATER Troubleshooting S Y S T E M S TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM Water has black or gray color Low water pressure at house faucets CAUSE CORRECTION (NEW SYSTEM) Start up procedure has not been completed Run start up procedure (See Page 11) or run consecutive Clean Rinse cycles (See Page 13) until water color returns to normal. (NOT A NEW SYSTEM) Normal abrasion of filtration media Manually initiate a Clean Rinse cycle (See Page 13).
ECOWATER Troubleshooting S Y S T E M S TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (cont.) PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION “VAC” is flashing in the display The automatic Clean Rinse function has been disabled (See Page 15) If you want the Clean Rinse function to run automatically, press and release the RECHARGE button until display no longer reads “VAC” (See Page 15).
ECOWATER Service Information S Y S T E M S AUTOMATIC ELECTRONIC DIAGNOSTICS This Central Water Filtration System has a self-diagnostic function for the electrical system (except input power). The controller monitors electronic components and circuits for correct operation. If a malfunction occurs, an error code appears in the display. The troubleshooting chart on the previous page shows the error codes that could appear, and the possible malfunctions for each code.
ECOWATER Service Information S Y S T E M S CLEANING THE SEDIMENT FILTER SCREEN This procedure is not required if the Central Water Filtration System is operating normally. It should be performed only if a problem with low water pressure at household faucets is encountered, as detailed in the troubleshooting table on Page 17. FIG. 27 1. Press and hold the RECHARGE button for a few seconds, until “RECHARGE NOW” begins to flash in the display. 2.
ECOWATER Service Information S Y S T E M S REMOVING DRAIN FITTING TO CLEAN FLOW CONTROL CLEANING THE DRAIN FLOW CONTROL This procedure is not required if the Central Water Filtration System is operating normally. It should be performed only if a problem with lack of water flow to drain is encountered, as detailed in the troubleshooting table on Page 17. Drain Hose Clip 1. Remove the clip holding the drain fitting into the valve (See Figure 30). 2. Remove the drain fitting from the valve 3.
ECOWATER Service Information S Y S T E M S RELIEVING WATER PRESSURE WITH THE BYPASS VALVE(S) CAUTION: Always relieve water pressure in the Central Water Filtration System, as described below, before removing parts from the valve or mineral tank. DE-PRESSURIZE 1. Put bypass valve(s) into Bypass position. 2. Place filter valve in Backwash position by pressing and holding the RECHARGE button for a few seconds to start a recharge. PRESSURIZE 1. Put bypass valve(s) into Service position. 2.
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ECOWATER Repair Parts S Y S T E M S ECOWATER SYSTEMS CENTRAL WATER FILTER ASSEMBLY 20 16 24 13 23 14 Valve Assembly See Pages 26 & 27 for parts 17 21 1 22 2 4 3 18 5 6 19 7 8 9 10 11 12 24 15
ECOWATER Repair Parts S Y S T E M S ECOWATER SYSTEMS CENTRAL WATER FILTER ASSEMBLY Key No. Part No. 1 7170296 O-Ring, 2-7/8” x 3-1/4” 2 7170254 O-Ring, 13/16” x 1-1/16” 3 7077870 Top Distributor 4 7265025 Filter Screen 5 7170270 O-Ring, 2-3/4” x 3” 6 7105047 Repl. Bottom Distributor 7 7088033 Retainer Clip (2 req.) 8 7176292 Clamp Section (2 req.) 9 7304235 Repl. Mineral Tank, 8” x 35” 10 7301619 Activated Carbon, 30 lbs. (12 lbs. req.) 11 0501783 Filter Sand, 10 lbs.
ECOWATER Repair Parts S Y S T E M S VALVE ASSEMBLY 65 66 56 64 63 54 62 55 61 60 57 59 68 69 58 70 65 53 52 51 73 50 72 61 71 75 74 76 86 85 62 84 63 83 77 79 78 80 81 82 26 67
ECOWATER Repair Parts S Y S T E M S VALVE ASSEMBLY Key No. Part No. Key No. Part No. 50 7101548 Turbine Assembly 68 7170327 O-Ring, 5/8” x 13/16” 51 7094898 Turbine Support Assembly 69 7097969 Flow Plug, Fast Rinse, 3.0 gpm 52 7170262 O-Ring, 1.109” x 1.387” (2 req.) 70 7088033 Retainer, Clamp (4 req.) 53 7077642 Copper Tube, 1” pipe (2 req.) 71 7100940 Plug, Aspirator Port 54 7234553 Copper Tube, 1-1/4” pipe (optional) 72 7170319 O-Ring, 1/4” x 3/8” (2 req.
ECOWATER Warranty S Y S T E M S LIMITED WARRANTY EcoWater Systems LLC Advantage Warranty Central Water Filtration System Congratulations! You have just purchased the highest quality water conditioning product on the market. To register your warranty, complete the enclosed Warranty Registration Card and mail it within 30 days of purchase.
