Brita Aqualux OB37/OB03 User's Manual
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1. Model OB41 OB03 Cobalt Model OB42 OB03 Vintage Model OB43 OB03 Brita Water Filtration Pitchers Dispensers Systems tested and certified by the WQA against NSF ANSI Standards 42 and 53 for the reduction of the claims specified on the Performance Data Sheet You ll be pleased to know that we offer a 30 day unconditional money back guarantee Thank you again for your trust in Brita Still have questions Or to locate retailers Visit www brita com or call U S A 1 800 24 BRITA CANADA 1 800 387 6940 Brita LP 1221 Broadway Oakland CA 94612 Brita Canada Corporation 150 Biscayne Crescent Brampton Ontario L6W 4V3 Filter should be replaced after 40 gallons 151 liters about 2 months for the average family You may need to change your filter more or less often depending on the amount of water you consume Filter should be replaced after 40 gallons 151 liters about 2 months for the average family PERFORMANCE DATA SHEET IMPORTANT NOTICE Read this Performance Data Sheet and compare the capabilities of this unit with your actual water treatment needs It is recommended that before purchasing a water treatment unit you have your water supply tested to determine your actual water treatment needs SUBSTANCE REDUCTION U S EPA Level NSF Maximum Permissible Product Water Concentration Health Canada Guideline TESTING PARAMETERS Influent Challenge Concentration Filter Effluent Percent Reduc2. at www brita com or call 800 24 BRITA U S A 800 387 6940 CANADA 5 Remember Change your filter about every 2 months for healthier great tasting water c The Brita Pitcher Filter is not intended to purify water Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system Individuals requiring water of special microbiological purity should follow the advice of their doctor or local health officials regarding the use and consumption of their tap water and Brita water c We recommend that you store your Brita system in the refrigerator to get cold great tasting water If you would like to keep your Brita system outside of the refrigerator we recommend that you keep it in a cool area that is not in direct sunlight and replace any filtered water that has been left sitting for several days or more This will help make sure you get refreshing great tasting Brita water c It is important that the bottom of the filter be in contact with the filtered water to prevent the filter from drying out If the filter dries out resoak for 15 minutes Classic Model OB01 OB03 UltraMax Model OB24 OB03 Deluxe Model OB26 OB03 Atlantis Model OB32 OB03 Grand Model OB36 OB03 Slim Model OB11 OB03 Space Saver Model OB21 OB03 Riviera Model OB35 OB03 Aqualux Model OB37 OB03 Chrome Model OB39 OB03 Pacifica
3. lining up groove in filter with notch in reservoir Press firmly to ensure a tight seal Fill the reservoir with cold tap water Discard your first two pitchers of filtered water or first dispenser or use this water for plants It is normal for carbon dust to appear in your first fillings For healthier great tasting water replace your filter after 40 gallons 151 liters about 2 months for the average family Hot water should not be used with the Brita Pitcher Filter Max 85 F 29 C Min 32 F 0 C 3 The Brita Filter For best results when filling pitcher dispenser reservoir pour tap water on the side of the reservoir rather than directly on top of the filter Allow water to filter completely before pouring or refilling reservoir The Brita Filtration System Advanced Filtration with Activated Carbon and Ion Exchange Resin Reduces Contaminants Lead Copper Mercury Cadmium Reduces Chlorine Taste and Odor For maximum efficiency filter no more than 2 gallons 7 5 liters daily Based on independent laboratory testing The contaminants or other substances removed or reduced by this water treatment device may not be in all users water 1 2 3 4 5 4 Filter Change Indicator Changing your filter regularly ensures that you have clear refreshing healthier great tasting water The Electronic Filter Change Indicator and Calendar Minder make it easy to know when 2 months hav
4. I 42 and 53 The U S EPA Levels are Maximum Contaminant Levels MCLs and are the same as the NSF Maximum Permissible Product Water Concentrations listed in NSF ANSI Standards 42 and 53 unless noted otherwise a U S EPA Action Level d NSF ANSI Standard 42 reduction requirement b Health Canada Maximum Acceptable Concentration MAC N A Not applicable c Health Canada Aesthetic Objective AO Please refer elsewhere in this User s Guide for the proper conditioning and use and care requirements Maintenance according to the manufacturer s instructions is essential for proper filter performance Replace the Brita Pitcher Filter every 40 gallons 151 liters about 2 months for the average family For maximum efficiency process no more than 2 gallons 7 5 liters daily Replacement filters model OB03 generally cost 8 00 or less Testing was performed under standard laboratory conditions The contaminants or other substances removed or reduced by this water treatment device are not necessarily in all users water Filter performance may vary based on local water conditions The Brita Pitcher Filter is not intended to purify water Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system Individuals requiring water of special microbiological purity should follow the advice of their doctor or local health officials regarding the use and consumption of their tap water a
5. User s Guide www brita com P I T C H E R amp D I S P E N S E R W a t e r F i l t r a t i o n S y s t e m 19315000 009 1 Your Brita System Thank you for choosing Brita the world s 1 brand of household water filtration The Brita patented and certified water filtration systems turn ordinary water into healthier great tasting drinking water Just follow the easy instructions in this booklet to quickly get started using your Brita pitcher dispenser system To find out more about Brita visit our website at www brita com While you are there sign up to receive special offers and healthy living tips Brita To register your system and to find more information on our other products visit us at www brita com 2 Getting Started Wash your hands with soap and water then remove filter from filter bag NOTE It is normal for a new filter to be wet when first opened Filters are washed during manufacturing to prevent them from drying out Soak filter upright in cold water for 15 minutes Hand wash pitcher dispenser lid and reservoir with a mild detergent Do not use abrasive cleaners Rinse well TIP Hand wash pitcher dispenser lid and reservoir periodically Do not wash in dishwasher For best results cleaning chrome pitcher lids wipe with a soft sponge soaked in a solution of one teaspoon of vinegar in a cup of water Rinse filter under cold running tap water for a few seconds Insert filter into reservoir by
6. e passed Reset your filter change indicator each time you replace your filter Electronic Filter Change Indicator Smart Pitchers Only 1 Press firmly and hold the start button down for 5 to 10 seconds 2 As you hold down the button 4 bars will appear in the display one after the other Do not release the start button until the 4 bars appear and start to flash If you have difficulty pressing the start button a capped ballpoint pen may be used to press the button down 3 A small flashing dot in the lower right corner of the display shows the indicator is working 4 Every 2 weeks a bar automatically disappears When only 1 bar remains make sure you have a new filter on hand 5 After 2 months when all bars have disappeared an arrow will flash at the top of the display reminding you to change your filter After changing your filter reset your indicator by following the steps above The filter change indicator contains a non replaceable sealed battery designed to last 5 years depending on usage After 5 years the pitcher is still functional but the electronic filter change indicator will eventually stop working Calendar Minder Pitchers with Calendar Minder Only 1 Insert a new filter 2 Set filter indicator to closest date 2 months from now 3 On the date indicated remove your filter and repeat steps 1 and 2 Built in Calendar Minder makes it easier to remember when to change your filter Any questions Visit us
7. nd Brita water Hot water should not be used with the Brita Pitcher Filter Max 85 F 29 C Min 32 F 0 C LID FILTER RESERVOIR PITCHER OR DISPENSER Brita System Components 4 3 5 1 2
8. tion Alkalinity ppm CaCO3 Temp C pH Actual NSF Target Average Maximum Average Minimum NSF ANSI Standard 53 Health Effects Lead 150 ppb 150 15 ppb 3 0 ppb 6 0 ppb 98 96 15 ppba 10 ppb 10 ppbb 17 22 6 3 Lead 150 ppb 150 15 ppb 2 8 ppb 6 5 ppb 98 95 7 15 ppba 10 ppb 10 ppbb 100 21 8 4 Copper 3 0 ppm 3 0 0 3 ppm 0 12 ppm 0 30 ppm 96 90 1 3 ppma 1 0 ppmc 23 23 6 7 Copper 3 2 ppm 3 0 0 3 ppm 0 62 ppm 0 83 ppm 80 74 1 3 ppma 1 0 ppmc 120 19 8 7 Mercury 6 0 ppb 6 0 6 ppb 0 2 ppb 0 2 ppb 96 89 2 ppb 1 ppbb 15 21 6 6 Mercury 5 9 ppb 6 0 6 ppb 0 2 ppb 0 6 ppb 95 93 2 ppb 1 ppbb 110 22 8 5 Cadmium 30 ppb 30 3 ppb 1 3 ppb 2 0 ppb 95 93 5 ppb 5 ppbb 20 21 6 5 Cadmium 30 ppb 30 3 ppb 2 0 ppb 4 8 ppb 93 84 5 ppb 5 ppbb 130 22 8 6 NSF ANSI Standard 42 Aesthetic Effects Chlorine 2 0 ppm 2 0 2 ppm 0 07 ppm 0 12 ppm 96 94 N A 50 d N A N A 23 7 4 Zinc 10 ppm 10 1 ppm 3 4 ppm 4 4 ppm 66 56 N A 5 ppm 5 0 ppmc 22 18 7 4 Based on independent laboratory testing These systems have been tested according to NSF ANSI 42 and 53 for reduction of the substances listed The concentration of each of the indicated substances in water entering the systems was reduced to a concentration less than or equal to the permissible limit for water leaving the systems as specified in NSF ANS
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