Acqua WP 110 - Water filter IMETEC - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Water filter
Brand	Imetec
Model	Acqua WP 110
Dimensions (approx.)	15 x 15 x 30 cm
Weight	1.5 kg
Power supply	None (mechanical)
Capacity	1 liter
Main material	Plastic
Recommended water temperature	Cold water
Main function	Tap water filtration
Filtration type	By filter cartridge
Filter replacement frequency	Every 2 months
Maintenance	Clean the exterior with a damp cloth
Safety	Household use only
Spare parts available	Replacement filter cartridge
Repairability	Not user-repairable
Warranty	2 years
Country of origin	Italy
Color	White / Transparent
Included accessories	1 filter cartridge, user manual

Frequently Asked Questions - Acqua WP 110 IMETEC

What is the capacity of the Imetec Acqua WP 110 water filter?

The tank capacity is approximately 1 liter, ideal for daily consumption.

How often should the filter cartridge be changed?

It is recommended to replace the cartridge every 2 months or after 200 liters of filtered water.

Can the filter be used with hot water?

No, the filter is designed only for cold tap water. Hot water could damage the cartridge.

How to clean the Imetec Acqua WP 110 water filter?

Regularly clean the exterior with a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive products. The cartridge is replaced and not cleaned.

Where can I buy replacement cartridges?

Imetec replacement cartridges are available online or in appliance stores. Refer to the manual for the exact model.

Does the filter remove chlorine from the water?

Yes, the filter cartridge reduces chlorine and improves the taste of water.

Is the filtered water drinkable?

Yes, the filtered water is safe for human consumption, but it does not replace sterilization if the source water is not potable.

Does the filter contain harmful substances?

The materials used comply with food safety standards. The filter does not release harmful substances into the water.

Can I use the filter without a cartridge?

No, the filter must always be used with a cartridge to ensure effective filtration.

How do I know when to change the cartridge?

A manual counter or a decrease in water flow will indicate it is time to replace the cartridge.

USER MANUAL Acqua WP 110 IMETEC

Instructions for use

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CARAFFA FILTRANTE

APPARECCHIATURA AD USO DOMESTICO PER IL TRATTAMENTO DI ACQUE POTABI

CARAFFA FILTRANTE

FILTERING JUG

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TECHNICAL DATA

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IMETEC

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MANUALE DI ISTRUZIONI PER L'USO DELLA CARAFFA FILTRANTE - APPARECCHIATURA AD USO DOMESTICO PER IL TRATTAMENTO DI ACQUE POTABILI

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR USE OF THE DOMESTIC FILTERING JUG APPLIANCE FOR THE TREATMENT OF DRINKING WATER

Dear customer, IMETEC thanks you for having purchased this product. We are certain you will appreciate the quality and reliability of this appliance, designed and manufactured with customer satisfaction in mind. This instruction manual has been drawn up in accordance with European standard EN 62079.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS KEEP FOR FUTURE USE

ATTENTION! Instructions and warnings for a safe use.

Please read the instructions on use and safety before using the

appliance and follow these at all times. Keep this manual and illustrative guide with the appliance for future consultation. Should you pass the appliance on to another user, make sure to also include this documentation.

Should certain parts of this booklet be difficult to understand or should doubts arise, contact the company before using the product, at the address indicated on the last page.

INDEX

SAFETY WARNINGS page 9

SYMBOLS page 10

DESCRIPTION OF APPLIANCE AND ACCESSORIES page 11

PRELIMINARY PHASES BEFORE USE page 11

USE page 12

USEFUL ADVICE page 12

TROUBLESHOOTING page 13

DISPOSAL page 13

DISPOSING OF THE BATTERIES page 14

QUALITY WARRANTY page 14

ASSISTANCE AND WARRANTY page 14

ILLUSTRATIVE GUIDE I-II-III

TECHNICAL DATA III

SAFETY WARNINGS

• After having removed the appliance from its packaging, verify its integrity based on the drawing and check for any damage caused during transport. If in doubt, do not use the appliance and contact the authorised assistance service.
- Do not let children play with the packaging! Keep the plastic wrapping out of the reach of children; risk of suffocation!
- This appliance must be used only for the purpose for which it was designed, that is as a DOMESTIC APPLIANCE FOR THE TREATMENT OF DRINKING WATER. Any other use is improper and potentially dangerous.
- The appliance may be used by children below 12 years of age, by persons with reduced physical, sensorial or mental abilities or persons lacking experience only if they have received prior instructions concerning its safe use and if they are informed as to the dangers related to use of the appliance. Children may not play with the appliance. Appliance cleaning and maintenance cannot be completed by children without adult supervision.
- Should the appliance break or stop working properly, turn it off and do not attempt to mend it yourself.
• DO NOT expose the appliance to weather conditions (rain, sun).
- DO NOT use near a hob. Make sure that the appliance does not come into contact with hot incandescent surfaces, naked flames, pans and other utensils.
• Ⓧ NOT suitable for use with microwave oven.

ATTENTION:

• Failure to follow these instructions or misuse of the product may be a source of potential danger.
• Only use the product with drinking water. If provisions are given from authorities that invite to boil the water, follow these provisions and do not use the filtering jug.
• For persons suffering from immune deficiency, it is recommended to boil the tap water before using it and to filter it when it has cooled down. It is also recommended to boil the filtered water for these persons.
• The filtering system can increase the content of potassium. In any case, the content of potassium in a litre of filtered water is much lower than the RDA (Recommended Dietary Allowance). For subjects with kidney pathologies and/or who follow a diet poor in potassium, consult a doctor before using the filtering jug.
• The filtering system can increase the content of sodium. In any case, the content of sodium in a litre of filtered water is much lower than the RDA (Recommended Dietary Allowance). For subjects with hypertension and/or who follow a diet poor in sodium, consult a doctor before using the filtering jug.

• The filtering system can reduce the hardness of the water. We therefore recommend that persons suffering from heart disease and those who must follow a controlled diet, consult the doctor before using the filtering jug.

• For hygiene reasons, the content of the filter is treated with silver. During filtering a small amount of silver may be released into the water. This residue is in compliance with the 98/83/CE European Community Directive and the Directives of the World Health Organisation (WHO), relative to the quality of water for human consumption.

• The filtering jug and the filtering cartridges (4) purchased as stock must be kept in a fresh and dry place.
• Use the filtering jug only with the Imetec Acqua filtering cartridges (4).
• Consume the filtered water within 48 hours from relative filtering. Water that is not consumed immediately must be kept in the fridge and however consumed within 48 hours.
• NEVER place the electronic LED (2) in water, damage hazard.
• NEVER filter hot water, only filter running cold water.
• NEVER wash the filtering cartridge (4) with soap or detergents.
• NEVER tamper with or break the filtering cartridge (4).
• DO NOT drink the filtered water obtained during the ACTIVATION OF THE FILTERING CARTRIDGE phases.
• ☑ NEVER leave the filtering cartridge (4) completely in the water for more than 8 hours.
• DO NOT use the filtering cartridge (4) when the limit of 120 litres has been passed or after one month from its activation. Further details are given in the REPLACING THE FILTERING CARTRIDGE chapter.

SYMBOLS

	Warning
	Prohibition
	Filtering cartridge replacement symbol

DESCRIPTION OF APPLIANCE AND ACCESSORIES [Fig. A]

1. Lid
2. Electronic LED
3. Filling hatch
4. Filtering cartridge
5. Pre-filtering container
6. Jug

PRELIMINARY PHASES BEFORE USE

• Open the packaging and unpack the components: lid (1), pre-filtering container (5) and jug (6).
• Wash the pre-filtering container (5) and the jug (6):
• by hand, with water and delicate, non-abrasive detergents;
• in the dishwasher, making sure the water's maximum temperature does not exceed 50^ircC .
• Wash the lid (1):
• by hand, with water and delicate, non-abrasive detergents, paying attention not to introduce the electronic LED into the water (2);
  • dry with a clean, dry cloth.

ACTIVATION OF THE ELECTRONIC LED

• Remove the lid (1) from the jug (6).
• Press the electronic LED "RESET" button (2) until all four black notches appear [Fig B].
• Insert the lid (1) onto the jug (6), the electronic LED (2) will activate automatically [Fig F].

PREPARING THE FILTERING CARTRIDGE

• Remove the filtering cartridge (4) from the package and shake it for about 10 seconds.
• Immerse the filtering cartridge completely (4) in a container of cold water for about 15 minutes, shaking it now and again to remove any air bubbles it may contain [Fig C].
• Insert the filtering cartridge (4) inside the pre-filtering container (5) making sure it adheres perfectly to the edges [Fig D].
• Insert the pre-filtering container (5) into the jug (6) [Fig E].
• Insert the lid (1) onto the jug (6) [Fig F].

ACTIVATING THE FILTERING CARTRIDGE

• Fill the pre-filtering container with water (5) through the filling hatch (3) [Fig G].
• Allow water to flow into the jug (6) through the filtering cartridge (4). The operation may require from three to five minutes [Fig H].
• Empty the filtered water contained in the jug (6) into the sink [Fig I].
• Repeat the previous operations relative to the activation of the filtering cartridge another two times.

USE

• Extract the filtering cartridge (4) from the pre-filtering container (5) with the aid of the relevant ring and rest it on a clean surface [Fig. L].
• Rinse the pre-filtering container (5) and the jug (6).
  • Dry with a clean, dry cloth.
• Insert the filtering cartridge (4) inside the pre-filtering container (5) making sure it adheres perfectly to the edges [Fig D].
• Insert the pre-filtering container (5) into the jug (6) [Fig E].
• Close with the lid (1) [Fig F].
• Fill the pre-filtering container with water (5) through the filling hatch (3) [Fig G].
• Allow water to flow into the jug (6) through the filtering cartridge (4). The operation may require from three to five minutes [Fig H].
• Use the filtered water.

REPLACING THE FILTERING CARTRIDGE

• To guarantee excellent performance, replace the filtering cartridge (4) after having filtered 120 litres of water (equal to an average of 4 litres a day for 30 days) and always after one month from activation.
• The jug has an electronic LED (2) that indicates when a month has passed from activation. With the passing of time, the electronic LED bars (2) switch-off progressively until they disappear. Therefore the “▼” signal will appear on the display to signal the necessity to replace the filtering cartridge (4) [Fig M].
• Extract the filtering cartridge (4) used by the pre-filtering container (5) with the aid of the relevant ring [Fig. L].
• Dispose of the filtering cartridge (4) according to that indicated in the DISPOSAL chapter.
• Wash the pre-filtering container (5) and jug (6) and the lid (1) according to that described at the start of the PRELIMINARY PHASES BEFORE USE chapter.
• Repeat the operations in the PRELIMINARY PHASES BEFORE USE chapter in paragraphs:

• ACTIVATION OF THE ELECTRONIC LED
• PREPARING THE FILTERING CARTRIDGE
• ACTIVATING THE FILTERING CARTRIDGE.

USEFUL ADVICE

• Wash the pre-filtering container (5), the jug (6) and the lid (1) according to that described at the start of the PRELIMINARY PHASES BEFORE USE chapter, at least once a week.
• If the product is not used for several days, remove the filtering cartridge (4) and keep it in the fridge. Before using the product again, repeat the operations in the ACTIVATION OF THE FILTERING CARTRIDGE paragraph (PRELIMINARY PHASES BEFORE USE chapter).
• The electronic LED (2) has duration of about 2 years. For replacement, take the lid (1) to the Imetec customer after-sales service.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Should one of the problems indicated occur, adopt the proposed solution:

Problem Possible Cause Solution
The filtered water is not clear	The filtering cartridge (4) has not been activated correctly	Repeat the operations in the ACTIVATION OF THE FILTERING CARTRIDGE paragraph (PRELIMINARY PHASES BEFORE USE chapter)
	Some parts may not have been cleaned	Wash the lid (1), the pre-filtering container (5) and jug (6) again according to the indications contained in the PRELIMINARY PHASES BEFORE USE chapter
Presence of dark residues (particles of activated carbon, however not dangerous to human health) in the jug (6)	The filtering cartridge (4) has not been activated correctly	Repeat the operations in the ACTIVATION OF THE FILTERING CARTRIDGE paragraph (PRELIMINARY PHASES BEFORE USE chapter)
	Non-use of the product for several days has caused the content inside the filtering cartridge (4) to dry
The electronic LED (2) is always off and does not respond to the user	The battery is flat	Contact the Imetec customer after-sales service. If in doubt regarding the time passed from the last activation of the filtering cartridge (4), replace it with a new one.
	Incorrect use and maintenance of the lid (1)

DISPOSAL

The product is packaged in recyclable materials. Dispose of it in compliance with the environmental protection standards.

DISPOSING OF THE FILTERING JUG

Dispose of the jug (6), the pre-filtering container (5) and the lid (1) excluding the electronic LED (2), considering them as plastic materials.

DISPOSING OF THE FILTERING CARTRIDGE

Dispose of the filtering cartridge (4) considering it as solid urban waste.

DISPOSING OF THE ELECTRONIC INDICATOR

In accordance with 2002/96/CE EU Directive, the unused electronic LED (2) must be disposed of in compliance but not before the battery has been removed. The recyclable materials contained in the appliance must be recovered so as to prevent environmental pollution. For further information, contact the local disposal body or the appliance dealer.

DISPOSING OF THE BATTERIES

This electronic indicator (2) contains an LR44 battery.

WARNING:

Do not dispose of the batteries in domestic waste: these must be disposed of separately.

• Remove the electronic LED (2) lifting the lever in the upper part [Fig N].
• Break the electronic indicator (2) using a tool (e.g. a hammer) paying attention so as not to cause injury. The use of protective gloves is recommended [Fig O].
• Remove the battery and dispose of it at a specific collection centre [Fig P].

QUALITY WARRANTY

To satisfy high quality requirements, the Imetec Acqua filtering jugs and filtering cartridges are subjected to rigorous internal and external quality controls, in compliance with Italian and European legislation.

ASSISTANCE AND WARRANTY

To request repairs or purchase spare parts, please contact IMETEC's authorised customer assistance service on the Toll-Free Number below or via the website. The appliance is covered by the manufacturer's warranty.

For details, read the attached warranty sheet. Failure to comply with the instructions for use and maintenance provided in this manual will render the manufacturer's warranty null and void.

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POSTOPKI PRED UPORABO

• Odprite prodajno embalažo in iz nje vzemite posamezne sestavne dele aparata: pokrov (1), posoda za predfiltriranje (5) in vrč (6).

• Posodo za predfiltriranje (5) in vrč (6) operite:

• ročno, z vodo ter blagim in neabrazivnim detergentom;

• v pomivalnem stroju, pri tem pa naj temperatura vode ne presega 50°C.

- Operite pokrov (1):

• ročno, z vodo ter blagim in neabrazivnim detergentom, pri tem pa pazite, da elektronskega indikatorja (2) ne bi potopili v vodo;
• osušite s čisto in suho krpo.

AKTIVIRANJE ELEKTRONSKEGA INDIKATORJA

• Z vrča (6) snemite pokrov (1).
- Pritisnite gumb "RESET" na elektronskem indikatorju (2) in ga zadržite pritisnjenega, dokler se ne prikažejo vsa štiri črna polja [Slika B].
- Pokrov (1) namestite na vrč (6) in elektronski indikator (2) se samodejno vključi [Slika F].

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