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WaterBoss 900IF Owner's Manual And Installation Manual

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  • Page 1 ’ ’...
  • Page 2 ® warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or found to be defective in material or workmanship, WaterBoss ® consequential damages, so the above limitations and exclusion will repair or replace the defective item for 10 years from date of may not apply to you.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Checklist Before Installation...........................6 Installation Steps and Start-Up Procedures ....................8 Start-Up Procedures—900CF Carbon Filter....................15 Start-Up Procedures—900NF Acid Neutralizing Filter .................16 Start-Up Procedures—900IF Iron Filter......................17 Setting the Controller ...........................19 900NF Acid Neutralizing Filter Replenishment Procedure ................20 Assembly and Parts .............................22 Troubleshooting ............................32 Filter Specifications ............................34...

  • Page 4: General Information

    Troubleshooting in the back of this manual or contact the HelpLine: 1-800-437-8993 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST. The HelpLine fax number is (614) 836-9876. Help is also available on the WaterBoss website: www.waterboss.com. The HelpLine is available to answer questions about specific water problems, appliance installation, and operation.

  • Page 5: Getting Maximum Efficiency From The Appliance

    Program the appliance to regenerate at a time when the water is not being used. If there is more than one appliance, allow two hours between each regeneration. For optimum performance, program the water softener to regenerate first followed by any filter. If dirt, sand, or large particles are present in the water supply, the appropriate WaterBoss filter can ®...

  • Page 6: Checklist Before Installation

    Not dissolved, yet stays in suspension. A softener cannot remove this type of iron  Water Characteristics—Model 900IF Iron Filter requires a pH of 7 or above to function properly. An iron test to determine iron levels is also necessary. The 900NF Acid Neutralizing Filter adjusts pH levels of 6.3 or above.
  • Page 7 Do not install if the incoming or outlet piping water temperature exceeds 120°F (49°C) for models 900CF and 900NF or 80°F (27°C) for model 900IF. See Specifications. Do not allow soldering torch heat to be transferred to valve components or plastic parts when using the optional copper adapters.

  • Page 8: Installation Steps And Start-Up Procedures

    Caution: Do not plumb the appliance in backward. Place the appliance in the desired location using Figure 1 as a guide. The diagram in Figure 1 applies to basement, slab, crawl space, and outside installations. Figure 1: Appliance Placement WaterBoss Filter Owner’s Manual 6/13/2012...

  • Page 9: Turn Off Water Supply

    Check the arrows on the bypass valve to ensure that the water flows in the proper direction. Caution: Do NOT plumb your appliance in Figure 3: Connect Water Lines. backward. Note the Bypass Valve. WaterBoss Filter Owner’s Manual 6/13/2012...
  • Page 10 Turn the fitting counterclockwise until you feel the threads engage and then tighten to prevent cross threading. Do NOT overtighten the fittings. Caution: Do NOT allow heat from the torch to transfer to the plastic valve component, which could be damaged. WaterBoss Filter Owner’s Manual 6/13/2012...
  • Page 11 The joint should not be disturbed immediately after the cementing procedure. Allow adequate time for the joint to cure properly. Exact drying time is hard to predict because of environmental variables. Follow the recommended joint curing times on the primer and cement container labels. WaterBoss Filter Owner’s Manual 6/13/2012...
  • Page 12 All overhead drains for filter installations must be 3/4-inch (19-mm) I.D. Caution: The drain line must not be kinked, crimped, or restricted in any way. WaterBoss Filter Owner’s Manual 6/13/2012...
  • Page 13 6. Open a cold water faucet to purge air out of the media tank. 7. Close the faucet and recheck for leaks. Replace valve cover. (Hook front first, then push down back to lock in place.) WaterBoss Filter Owner’s Manual 6/13/2012...

  • Page 14: Complete The Installation

    Verify the flow rate on the controller, which indicates water flow. See Figure 9. Replace the cabinet cover. Note: The next step is Start Up. Start-up procedures are provided for each of the following appliances:  900IF Iron Filter  900CF Carbon Filter ...

  • Page 15: Start-Up Procedures-900Cf Carbon Filter

    Press and hold the Regenerate button until the controller indicates 01 (flashing).The regeneration cycle begins. Regeneration is complete after seven minutes and the appliance is returned to Service position. The controller will display 01 to 04. This number is the days until the next regeneration. WaterBoss Filter Owner’s Manual 6/13/2012...

  • Page 16: Start-Up Procedures-900Nf Acid Neutralizing Filter

    Reset the hardness setting appropriately on the water softener. Note: The appliance requires periodic (annual) replenishment of the neutralizing media that adjusts the pH level of the water. See 900NF Acid Neutralizing Filter Replenishment Procedure. WaterBoss Filter Owner’s Manual 6/13/2012...

  • Page 17: Start-Up Procedures-900If Iron Filter

    Failure to comply with these specifications may decrease the effectiveness of the backwash and cause control valve malfunction. Water Testing—The 900IF Iron Filter, like any other appliance, requires correct installation and setting for optimum performance. To ensure proper settings, you need to have a sample of your untreated water tested for iron and pH.

  • Page 18: Start/Program The Regeneration Cycle

    Start-Up Procedures—900IF Iron Filter, Cont. Start the Regeneration Cycle Step 4 Press and hold the Regenerate button until the controller indicates 01 (flashing). The regeneration cycle begins. During regeneration, water bypasses the appliance to allow iron and sediment to wash down the drain through the following six-step process: 1.

  • Page 19: Setting The Controller

    Note: If you have a softener installed with the filter, stagger the regeneration times. Set the softener to regenerate first, followed by the filter. Note: Whenever you experience an electrical outage, check your controller for the correct time. Make any necessary corrections. WaterBoss Filter Owner’s Manual 6/13/2012...

  • Page 20: 900Nf Acid Neutralizing Filter Replenishment Procedure

    900NF Acid Neutralizing Filter Replenishment Procedure The neutralizing media that adjusts the pH level of the water must be refilled periodically (annually). Typically, this media is calcite and is available from WaterBoss . To refill the neutralizing media, measure the appliance’s ®...
  • Page 21 When the controller reads “01”, slowly rotate the bypass knob clockwise to displace air until the drain runs steady. Fully rotate the bypass knob clockwise to place the appliance in the Service position. Let the appliance finish the backwash cycle and return to service. WaterBoss Filter Owner’s Manual 6/13/2012...

  • Page 22: Assembly And Parts

    54305 Support Panel 97506 Media tank, empty, fill plug—Models 900IF and 900NF 97509 Media tank, empty, fill plug—Model 900CF only Caution: Be sure the controller is firmly locked onto the drive end cap assembly. The four tabs on top of the drive end cap will allow the clips on the bottom of the controller case to lock onto the end cap tabs.

  • Page 23: Cabinet And Assemblies

    Drive End Cap Assembly—Model 900IF 95302T-BWO* BWO—Models 900CF and 900NF 93870 Screw 93504 Injector Assembly 93835 Sleeve 90614-5.0 Drain End Cap Assembly—Models 900IF and 900NF 90614-3.0 Drain End Cap Assembly—Model 900CF 93809 Screw V185 Drain Fitting, 1/2-inch MNPT x Barb 93842 Drain Line * Excludes drive motor and magnetic disk.
  • Page 24 Injector Cap 93504 Entire Assembly (all of the above parts)—Model 900CF 93504-Red Entire Assembly (all of the above parts)—Models 900IF and 900NF 93223 Injector In conjunction with the Injector Nozzle (53224) it creates the vacuum that draws the brine solution Throat from the brine cabinet.
  • Page 25 Assembly and Parts, Cont. Bypass Assembly (Available as assembly only.) Figure 15: Bypass Assembly Part # Description Quantity 54523 Bypass Assembly 93838 O-Ring WaterBoss Filter Owner’s Manual 6/13/2012...
  • Page 26 Drive Piston Assembly 93839 Drain Gasket 54520 Entire Assembly (all of the above parts except 1, 2, and 13) * Drawing shows Drive End Cap assembly for 900IF Iron Filter. It has a brine valve. WaterBoss Filter Owner’s Manual 6/13/2012...
  • Page 27 Rotate The Piston Assembly 90 Degrees Slide Piston Assembly Onto Piston Slide. Position Piston Assembly (53322) Vertical Push Toward End Cap to Stop. Clockwise Until You Hear An Audible Click As It Snaps Into Place WaterBoss Filter Owner’s Manual 6/13/2012...
  • Page 28 O-Ring seal area is kept clean and free of debris. Also, the O-Ring should be in the proper location in the groove. Do not overtighten the Fill Plug when assembling. When the flange comes into contact with the Media Tank, stop tightening. A 3/4-inch socket is recommended for assembly. WaterBoss Filter Owner’s Manual 6/13/2012...
  • Page 29 Assembly and Parts, Cont. Brine Valve Housing Assembly (900IF Iron Filter Only) Concave side Static O-Ring Figure 18: Brine Valve Housing Assembly Part # Description Quantity 53511 Brine Piston Assembly (includes O-Ring & Spring) 90821 O-Ring 53510 Housing 90843 0.5 gpm Flow Control...
  • Page 30 3/8" Plastic Gripper 3/8" Nut Wrist Pin 10700-IF Float Assembly 54191 Air Check Assembly 3/8" Nut H4656 1/2" x 3/8" Sleeve Gripper Set 54534 Safety Shutoff Assembly (all of the above parts) *Included with 54226 WaterBoss Filter Owner’s Manual 6/13/2012...
  • Page 31 When connecting the 54315 Brine Valve Elbow 3/8-inch (10-mm) plastic tube, first assemble the nut, gripper, and retainer sleeve on the tubing. Then screw the nut on the elbow body. With a wrench, tighten the nut securely to create a water-tight connection. WaterBoss Filter Owner’s Manual 6/13/2012...

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    Plugged injector assembly Clean or replace injector. Replace throat if removed Sticking regenerant refill valve Remove valve. Check for obstruction Magnet disk defective Replace magnet disk Not regenerating in proper sequence Defective controller Replace controller WaterBoss Filter Owner’s Manual 6/13/2012...
  • Page 33 “E4” Home latched Gear teeth are not engaged, gear is stripped, or something is jammed in the valve. Cycle the power to reset “E5” Memory Error Replace controller WaterBoss Filter Owner’s Manual 6/13/2012...

  • Page 34: Filter Specifications

    WaterBoss Model 900IF Iron Filter automatically reduces iron and hydrogen sulfide. Install before your water softener. ® WaterBoss Model 900CF Carbon Filter with the activated carbon filtering bed, reduces chlorine taste and odor.
  • Page 35 Notes...
  • Page 36 WaterBoss ® has these third-party listings: In Business Since 1956 www.waterboss.com 4343 South Hamilton Road, Groveport, OH 43125 LITHO USA ©2012 F93966FIL2 RV0612B...

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