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USER MANUAL GXWH30C GE

Heavy Duty Water Filtration System—GXWH30C (filters not included)

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

■Check with your state and local public works department for plumbing and sanitation codes. You must follow these guidelines as you install the Heavy Duty Water Filtration System. Using a qualified installer is recommended.
- Be sure the water supply conforms with the Performance Data. If the water supply conditions are unknown, contact your municipal water company.

WARNING: Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system.

It is highly recommended that a water shut-off valve be placed directly upstream of your household filter.

PROPER INSTALLATION

This Heavy Duty Water Filtration System must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used.

• Check with your local public works department for plumbing codes. You must follow their guides as you install the Heavy Duty Water Filtration System.
  Use the Heavy Duty Water Filtration System on a potable, safe-to-drink, home COLD water supply only. The filter cartridge will not purify water or make unsafe water safe to drink. DO NOT use on HOT water (100°F max).
  Protect the Heavy Duty Water Filtration System and piping from freezing. Water freezing in the system will damage it.
• Your Heavy Duty Water Filtration System will withstand up to 100 psi water pressure. If your house water supply pressure is higher than 100 psi during the day (it may reach higher levels at night), install a pressure reducing valve before the system is installed.

REQUIRED TOOLS AND ACCESSORIES FOR INSTALLATION

2 Adjustable wrenches
Pipe cutter or hacksaw

File

■Emery paper
Screwdriver
Additional installation parts may be required:

• 2 fittings to connect household plumbing to 1^ female NPT threads on filter housing. Installation Kit available to connect to 3 / 4^ copper plumbing:

• GE Part/Retail Part (HDKIT)
  Not performance tested or certified by NSF.)

• UL Approved grounding clamps and 6-gauge copper grounding wire—Installation Kit available:

• GF Part/Retail Part (HDKIT)

Not performance tested or certified by NSF.)

• Do not install on HOT WATER. The temperature of the water supply to the Heavy Duty Water Filtration System must be between the minimum of 40^ and the maximum of 100^ . See the Performance Data section.
• Do not install the Heavy Duty Water Filtration System using copper solder fittings. The heat from the soldering process will damage the unit.

WARNING: Discard all unused parts and packaging material after installation. Small parts remaining after installation could be a choke hazard.

• Do not install filter in an outside location or anywhere it will be exposed to sunlight.

• Mounting Bracket (HDBRKT)
  Teflon Tape

• Sump Wrench

Retail Part (HDWRNCH)
-GE Parts (WX5X3002)

Optional accessories are available (Visa, MasterCard or Discover cards accepted) by visiting our Website at www.GEApliances.com or from Parts and Accessories, call 800.626.2002 (U.S.) or 800.663.6060 (Canada).

CONTENTS INCLUDED WITH PRODUCT

Filter housing and head
■Product literature

GXWH30C is Tested and Certified by NSF International against ANSI/NSF Standard 42 with Cartridge FXHTC for the reduction of Chlorine: Taste and Odor.

CARTRIDGE SPECIFICATIONS

Performance Data

This system has been tested according to ANSI/NSF 42 for the reduction of the substances listed below. The concentration of the indicated substances in water entering the system was reduced to a concentration less than or equal to the permissible limit for water leaving the system, as specified in ANSI/NSF 42.

FXHTC Cartridge

Substance Cor	Influent Challenge Reduction Average Concentration Requirements Reduction
Standard 42
Chlorine	2.0 mg/L ±10%	≥50%	95.5%

Test Conditions

Flow Rate: 3 gpm [11.4 Lpm]

pH:7.5±1

Inlet Pressure: 60 PSI (4.1 bar)

Temperature: 68^± 5^ (19.8°C ± 2.5°C)

Testing was performed under standard laboratory conditions, actual performance may vary.

Rating Requirements

Pressure: 30-100 PSI (2.1-6.9 bar)

Turbidity: 5 NTU Max.

Temperature: 40^ - 100^(4.4^ - 37.7^)

Capacity: 5,000 gallons (18,927L) or 3 months

Filter Cartridge Replacement

You should change your filter when the water flow is noticeably reduced or at least every three months.

Turn off water to filter. Water must be shut off from an upstream valve.
Press the red pressure release button to release pressure.
3 Unscrew the filter canister and discard used filter. Wash the filter canister with mild soap and water. Do not use harsh cleaners or hot water.
Inspect the filter canister O-ring. Make sure it is lightly lubricated and completely seated in the groove. It is recommended that you replace the O-ring if it is damaged.
Place a new filter cartridge into the canister, making sure it is centered and completely seated on the bottom seal.
6 Reinstall the filter canister to the unit. Hand tightening is all that is required to seal the unit. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.

Slowly turn on water to the filter by using the upstream shut-off valve.
Press the red pressure release button to remove trapped air.
After installation, flush the cartridge for 10 minutes, wait one hour, then flush again for 10 minutes before using the water.

STEP-BY-STEP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Installation Overview

NOTE: Be sure to allow a minimum space of 112 - 2 under the filter for removing the sump to change the cartridge.

STEP-BY-STEP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (cont.)

Select Location

Select a location for the filter that is:

protected from freezing.
not exposed to direct sunlight.

It is recommended that a shut-off valve be placed on both sides of the filter.

It is recommended that a mounting bracket be used.

Install Fittings

Instructions are for installing fittings for the HDKIT or similar fittings onto copper plumbing. If the unit is to be installed on any other type of tubing (plastic, PVC, galvanized), different hardware must be purchased. See instructions with additional hardware purchased or consult a qualified plumber.

Apply 4 or 5 wraps of Teflon tape, in a clockwise direction, to the pipe threads (coarse) of each adapter. DO NOT use joint compound on any parts connecting to filter housing.

Assemble an adapter to the inlet and outlet of the head. Start each fitting by hand to make sure they don't cross thread.

Use an adjustable wrench firmly. DO NOT OVERIGHTEN.

About one to two thread(s) should remain visible.

Cut Water Line

Turn off water supply and open a nearby faucet to drain water out of pipes.
2 Remove the nut and brass ferrule from both compression fittings and set aside. Using a tape measure or ruler, measure the distance "D" as shown.

NOTE: I t is recommended that the shut-off valve be placed before and after the filter as shown in the Installation Overview illustration.

■Select the location for the filter. Mark the distance "D" on the pipe.
3 Using a pipe cutter or hacksaw, cut pipe. Sand (file) cut ends of pipe to assure that they are square and smooth.

Attach Fittings to Water Line

Slip a compression nut onto each pipe.
Next, slip the brass ferrule onto each pipe.

Installing the Unit

Align filter assembly with pipe ends making certain that the incoming water supply is going into the filter opening marked "IN". It may be necessary to spread the pipe ends apart to install filter assembly.

Using two adjustable wrenches, hold incoming adapter securely with one wrench and tighten nut with second wrench. Repeat this procedure for outgoing adapter.
If necessary, support the water pipe on either side of the filter unit.

Installing the Ground Wire

IMPORTANT: A copper or galvanized house cold water pipe is often used to ground electrical outlets in the home.

Grounding protects you from electrical shock. The water filter housing may have broken this ground path. To restore connection, install an 18^ long, 6-gauge copper wire across the filter, tightly clamped using UL approved 1 / 2^ - 1^ bronze grounding clamps at both ends as shown. Zinc clamps should not be used on copper plumbing. Wire and clamps may be purchased separately from your local hardware store, or are available by visiting our Website at www.GEAppliances.com or from Parts and Accessories, call 800.626.2002 (U.S.) or 800.663.6060 (Canada)—order part number HDKIT.

Clean copper pipe and ends of wire with emery paper. Bare wire is recommended. If insulated wire is used, it should be stripped 3 / 4'' at each end before cleaning with emery paper.
2 Attach bronze clamps to copper pipe. Tighten screws.
3 Attach wire to clamps as shown. Tighten screws.

NOTE: If your house plumbing is plastic, it would not be used as a grounding path, and this step should be skipped.

Final Check

Install filter (see Filter Cartridge Replacement Section).
Slowly turn on water supply.
3 Check entire system for leaks.

If leaking, shut off water pressure and tighten or reseal fittings.
After installation, flush the cartridge for 10 minutes, wait one hour, then flush again for 10 minutes before using the water.

PARTS LIST

Ref. No. Part No. Part Description

001	HDKIT Grounding Clamps and Wire —
002	HDKIT ¼" Copper Tube Fittings —
003	WS19X10014 Head Assembly with Vent 1
004	WS03X10039 O-Ring 1
005	WS30X10005 Sump—White 1
006	WX5X3002 Sump Wrench —
007	FXHTC Filter Element—Carbon Filter —
008	HDBRKT Mounting Bracket —
999	49-50048 PM Installation Instructions 1

To obtain replacement parts, call toll-free 800.626.2002 (U.S.), 800.663.6060 (Canada-English), 800.361.3869 (Canada-French).

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY

What does this warranty cover?
Any defect in materials or workmanship in the manufactured product
What does this warranty not cover?
Filter Cartridges
Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product
— Improper installation
Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, altered or used for other than the intended purpose
Defects that result from improper installation or damage not caused by GE
Liability on the part of GE under this or any other warranty for any indirect or consequential damage
- Products that are used for commercial or industrial applications
Use of this product where water is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality, without adequate disinfection before or after the system. Systems certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected water that may contain filterable cysts.

Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods or acts of God
- Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible defects with this appliance, its installation or repair

For how long after the original purchase? One Year
How do I make a warranty claim?
- Return to the retailer from which it was purchased along with a copy of the "Proof of Purchase." This warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home.
- How does state law relate to this warranty?
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. THIS WARRANTY IS INTENDED TO BE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTYES, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTYES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

Contact us at www.GEApliances.com, or call 800.GE.CARES (U.S.), or toll-free 866.777.7627 (Canada).

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SPÉCIFICATIONS DE CARTOUCHE

Pression:30a100 psi (2,1a6,9bar)

Turbidite:5NTU max

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