West Marine 13915137 Operating instructions

Brand: West Marine

Model: 13915137

Type: Operating instructions

ALWAYS: Install between flexible

hoses with water flowing in

designated direction on cap.

Flush before using.

Store capped in cool place. Protect

from freezing.

Filter Life/Replacement: Filter life

depends on water quality. Replace

each season or when an undesir-

able taste or odor appears. Replace

if water flow decreases significantly.

CAUTION: Do not use where water

is microbiologically unsafe or with

water of unknown quality without

adequate disinfection before or after

the filter. This filter is designed for

outdoor use only. A regulator must

be used to limit water pressure to

60 PSI or less. See package for

additional information.

Water Filter

Bottled Water Taste

From Your Boat’s Tap!

West Marine Products, Inc.

500 Westridge Drive

Watsonville, CA 95076

Made in USA

www.westmarine.com

Model 13915145

General Info ::

• Universal—Fits Cartridges:

9-3/4 inches to 10 inches Tall – 2-1/2 inches to

3 inches diameter

Premium

Water Filter Kit

Instructions

Universal*

Bottled Water Taste From Your Boat’s Tap!

West Marine Products, Inc.

500 Westridge Drive, Watsonville, CA 95076

Made in USA

www.westmarine.com

Model 13915137

:: Always flush prior to use.

:: Protect from freezing.

:: Store in refrigerator or other cool place, out of direct sunlight.

:: CAUTION:

Do not use where water is microbiologically unsafe

or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or

after filtration.

:: Never expose to more than 125 PSI. Always use a

Water Pressure Regulator upstream of filter.

:: Use supply hoses that are suitable for drinking water.

:: To ensure the best quality water at all times and to

maximize the convenience of your experience,

it is recommended that a spare cartridge (West Marine’s

Replacement Filter Cartridge Model 13915145) be kept in a

safe place in your vessel to be used in the event of severely

adverse water conditions.

OUT

Water Pressure Regulator

1. Turn off water source and press the Red

Button to relieve pressure.

2. Unscrew Filter Casing Cap (Using

provided wrench if necessary), remove

and discard used cartridge.

3. Rinse out Filter Casing and Cap. Scrub

using a non-abrasive sponge and mild

soap if necessary.

4. Carefully remove O-ring in Canister

and wipe both ring and groove clean.

Lubricate O-ring with a small amount of

food grade petroleum jelly. Seat O-ring

back in groove. Note: Ensure that O-ring

is properly seated in groove for a water-

tight seal.

5. Place new cartridge in Canister with

mesh top facing up. Replace Housing

Cap. Tighten with minimal force using

provided wrench if necessary. DO NOT

OVERTIGHTEN.

6. Before use, turn on water source and

flush filter for two minutes to remove any

carbon fines.

7. Note date of first use on the label

included with a permanent marker.

Adhere label to canister.

A ::

Apply 5 to 7 wraps of Teflon tape

(clockwise) to the male pipe threads

of the Male and Female Hose Fittings

as shown. Install the Female Hose

Fittings into the cap port marked “IN.”

Install the Male Hose Fittings into the

cap port marked “OUT.” Tighten each

fitting using a wrench leaving one

thread visible. Leak test. If fittings

leak, tighten 1/2 turn and leak test

again. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.

B ::

Check that Housing Cap is securely

tightened. Tighten with minimal force

using provided wrench if necessary.

DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.

A ::

Attach incoming water supply (hose) to female fitting at “IN”

port of filter.

Turn on water and flush for two minutes prior to first

connection to boat.

Turn water off.

Filter can be installed close to the boat’s water inlet or near the

water source. It is recommended to install filter as close to the

water inlet as possible. Note: To prevent breakage, do not

connect filter directly to water pressure regulator, faucet,

or boat.

Filter Washer

Inlet Assembly

Red Button

(Relieve Pressure)

Outlet

Teflon

Tape

Teflon

Tape

First — Filter Cap Installation ::

Cartridge Replacement ::

Second — Hook-up Installation ::

B ::

Attach supplied connector hose to boat’s water inlet. Attach

filter and water source hose.

Or attach supplied connector

hose to faucet. Attach filter and

water inlet hose.

Boat Installation

Faucet Installation

Water Filter Mounting Bracket

.....Mesh Top

CARTRIDGE

Average life 3 months

Date of first use

West Marine 13915137 Operating instructions

West Marine 13915137 Operating instructions

West Marine 13915137 Operating instructions

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