Water Channel Partners AIF10 - User Manual

Model AIF10
Automatic Iron and
Hydrogen Sulfide Filter
AUTOMATIC WATER FILTRATION
with High-Flow 1” Valve
Installation
Operation
Maintenance
Repair Parts
Manufactured and warranted by
Water Channel Partners
1890 Woodlane Drive
Woodbury, MN 55125
7320079 (Rev. S 3/26/20)
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Summary

Inspect Shipment

Safety Guides

Important safety guidelines for installation and operation.

Specifications & Dimensions

Contaminant Removal

Details on which contaminants the filter removes and their limits.

Before Starting Installation

Where to Install the Filter

Guidance on selecting the optimal location for filter installation.

Tools, Pipe & Fittings, Other Materials You Will Need

List of required tools, pipes, fittings, and materials for installation.

Typical Installation Illustrations

Installation Using Included Bypass Valve

Diagram showing installation with a bypass valve.

Installation Using 3-Valve Bypass

Diagram illustrating installation with a 3-valve bypass system.

Connecting a Rigid Valve Drain Tube

Instructions for connecting a rigid drain tube to the valve.

Installation Instructions

Important Sanitizing Procedures

Procedures for sanitizing the filter to ensure cleanliness.

Turn Off Water Supply

Steps to safely shut off the water supply before installation.

Install Bypass Valve and;or Plastic Installation Adaptors

Instructions for installing bypass valves and plastic adaptors.

Plumbing and Connections

Complete Plumbing to and from the Filter

Guidance on connecting plumbing to the filter inlet and outlet.

Cold Water Pipe Grounding

Instructions for grounding the cold water pipe for safety.

Install Valve Drain Hose

Steps for installing the drain hose for backwash.

Connect the Potassium Permanganate Feeder

Instructions for connecting the potassium permanganate feeder.

Final Installation Steps

Flush Pipes, Circulate Disinfectant, Expel Air from Filter, and Test Your Installation for Leaks

Steps for flushing, disinfecting, and leak testing the installed filter.

Connect to Electrical Power

Instructions for connecting the filter to the electrical power supply.

Program the Timer

Reference to pages 10-11 for timer programming instructions.

Cleaning; Sanitizing Procedure

Procedure for cleaning and sanitizing the filter after installation.

Programming the Electronic Controller

Controller Settings Required

Overview of essential controller settings after installation or power loss.

Set Present Time of Day

Step-by-step guide to setting the current time on the controller.

Controller Settings

Set Days Between Recharges

Instructions for setting the frequency of filter recharges.

Set Recharge Start Time

Guide for setting the desired time for automatic recharges.

Controller Features; Options

Normal Operation

Description of the display during normal filter operation.

Recharge Now

How to manually initiate a filter recharge cycle.

Power Outage Memory

How the controller retains settings during power interruptions.

Vacation Control

Instructions for activating vacation mode to save water.

Recharge Cycle Time Adjustments

Adjustable Fill Time

Steps to adjust the fill time for the recharge cycle.

Adjustable Solution Draw; Rinse Time

Guide to adjust solution draw and rinse times.

12 or 24 Hour Clock

How to select between 12-hour and 24-hour clock formats.

Adjustable Backwash Time

Procedure to adjust the backwash cycle duration.

Auxiliary Output Control

Adjustable Fast Rinse Time

Instructions for setting the fast rinse cycle duration.

Chemical Feeder Trip Volume

Setting the water volume for chemical feeder activation.

Chemical Feeder Time

Setting the duration for the chemical feeder operation.

General Filter Maintenance

Adding Potassium Permanganate Powder to Feeder Tank

Guide on adding potassium permanganate to the feeder tank.

How Long Does the Potassium Permanganate Last?

Information on the lifespan of potassium permanganate based on usage.

Cleaning the Nozzle & Venturi

Instructions for cleaning the nozzle and venturi components.

Protect the Filter from Freezing

Guidance on protecting the filter from freeze damage.

Troubleshooting Guide

Checklist Before You Call for Service

A checklist to help diagnose problems before seeking service.

Filter Will Not Regenerate

Common causes and corrections for the filter not regenerating.

Low Water Pressure at House Faucets

Causes and solutions for low water pressure issues.

Filtered Water Contains Iron, Sediment, Dirt, etc.

Troubleshooting steps for contaminated filtered water.

Troubleshooting

Automatic Electronic Diagnostics

Explanation of the filter's self-diagnostic system and error codes.

To Remove an Error Code

Steps to clear error codes from the controller display.

Resetting to Factory Defaults

Procedure to reset the electronic controller to factory settings.

Troubleshooting Diagnostics

Manually Initiated Electronic Diagnostics

Procedure to manually cycle through filter functions for diagnosis.

To Change the Code Number

Instructions on how to change the filter model code.

Valve Position Checks

Service

Valve cam position and switch state for service mode.

Fill

Valve cam position and switch state for fill mode.

Brine Draw

Valve cam position and switch state for brine draw mode.

Backwash

Valve cam position and switch state for backwash mode.

Fast Rinse

Valve cam position and switch state for fast rinse mode.

Filter Assembly Parts

Feeder Assembly Parts

Valve Exploded View

Valve Parts List

Water Channel Partners AIF10 Specifications