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Performance Data Sheet SmartWater Filtration System MWF Cartridge This system has been tested according to NSF/ANSI 42/53 for 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 NSF/ANSI 42/53.* (100% safety factors built in for unmetered usage) Standard No. 42: Aesthetic Effects Parameter USEPA Influent MCL Challenge Concentration Influent Average Effluent % Reduction Average Maximum Average Minimum Chlorine - 2.0 mg/L + 10% 1.96 mg/L 0.06 mg/L 0.11 mg/L 96.77% 94.74% T & O - - - - - - - Particulate** - ≥ 10,000 particles/mL 6,400,000 #/mL 58,833 #/mL 150,000 #/mL 99.14% 97.97% Min. Required Reduction > 50% - ≥ 85% Standard No. 53: Health Effects Parameter USEPA MCL Influent Influent Challenge Concentration Average Effluent Average Maximum % Reduction Min. Required Average Minimum Reduction Turbidity 0.5 NTU 11 + 1 NTU*** Cysts ≥ 99.95% Reduction Minimum 50,000 L Asbestos ≥ 99% Reduction 107 to 108 fibers/L; > 10µm Lead at pH 6.5 0.015 mg/L 0.15 mg/L + 10% Lead at pH 8.5 0.015 mg/L 0.15 mg/L + 10% Mercury at pH 6.5 0.002 mg/L 0.006 mg/L + 10% Mercury at pH 8.5 0.002 mg/L 0.006 mg/L + 10% Alachlor 0.002 mg/L 0.04 mg/L + 10% Lindane 0.0002 mg/L 0.002 mg/L + 10% 2,4-D 0.070 mg/L 0.210 mg/L + 10% Toxaphene 0.003 mg/L 0.015 mg/L + 10% Benzene 0.005 mg/L 0.015 mg/L + 10% Carbofuran 0.040 mg/L 0.080 mg/L + 10% 10.5 NTU 0.14 NTU 0.28 NTU 118,750 #/L < 1 #/L 4 #/L 57 MF/L 0.996 MF/L < 1 MF/L 0.1567 mg/L < 0.001 mg/L < 0.001 mg/L 0.1433 mg/L < 0.001 mg/L < 0.001 mg/L 0.0059 mg/L 0.000350 mg/L 0.0007 mg/L 0.0057 mg/L 0.000325 mg/L 0.0006 mg/L 0.0367 mg/L 0.00023 mg/L 0.0004 mg/L 0.0020 mg/L < 0.00002 mg/L < 0.00002 mg/L 0.2033 mg/L 0.00337 mg/L 0.011000 mg/L 0.0160 mg/L 0.00100 mg/L 0.001000 mg/L 0.0145 mg/L 0.000500 mg/L 0.000500 mg/L 0.0830 mg/L 0.001000 mg/L 0.001000 mg/L 98.54% > 99.99% 99.60% 99.36% 99.30% 94.70% 93.20% 99.34% 99.00% 98.32% 93.44% 96.51% 98.78% 97.20% > 99.99% 99.39% 99.29% 99.29% 87.50% 89.29% 98.67% 98.95% 94.50% 91.67% 95.83% 98.65% 0.5 NTU ≥ 99.95% ≥ 99% 0.010 mg/L 0.010 mg/L 0.002 mg/L 0.002 mg/L 0.002 mg/L 0.0002 mg/L 0.070 mg/L 0.003 mg/L 0.005 mg/L 0.04 mg/L 1,4 dichlorobenzene 0.075 mg/L 0.225 mg/L + 10% 0.2283 mg/L 0.000500 mg/L 0.000500 mg/L 99.78% 99.77% 0.075 mg/L Atrazine 0.003 mg/L 0.009 mg/L + 10% 0.0087 mg/L < 0.0005 mg/L < 0.0005 mg/L 94.22% 93.33% 0.003 mg/L * Tested using a flow rate of 0.50 gpm; pressure of 60 psig; pH of 7.5 ± 0.5; temp. of 68° ± 5°F (20° ± 3°C) ** Measurement in Particles/ml. Particles used were 0.5-1 microns *** NTU=Nephelometric Turbidity units State of California Operating Specifications ■ Capacity: certified for up to 300 gallons (1135 l); up to six Department of Health Services Water Treatment Device Certificate Number months for models without a replacement filter indicator light; up to one year for models with a replacement filter indicator light 05 - 1698 ■ Pressure requirement: 40-120 psi (2.8-8.2 bar), non-shock Date Issued: February 2, 2005 ■ Temperature: 33-100ºF (0.6-38ºC) ■ Flow rate: 0.5 gpm (1.9 lpm) Trademark/Model Designation Replacement Elements General Installation/Operation/Maintenance Requirements MWF MWF ■ Flush new cartridge at full flow for 3 minutes to purge out Manufacturer: General Electric Company trapped air. ■ Replace cartridge when the indicator light flashes or water The water treatment device(s) listed on this certificate have met the testing requirements pursuant to Section 116830 of the Health and Safety Code for the following health related contaminants: flow rate is reduced on non-indicator units. Microbiological Contaminants and Turbidity Inorganic/Radiological Contaminants Special Notices ■ Installation instructions, parts and service availability, and standard warranty are included with the product when shipped. ■ This drinking water system must be maintained according to manufacturer's instructions, including replacement of filter cartridges. ■ Do not use with water that 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. ■ The contaminants or other substances removed or reduced by this water treatment system are not necessarily in your water. ■ Check for compliance with the state and local laws and regulations. ■ Note that while the testing was performed under standard laboratory conditions, actual performance may vary. Systems must be installed and operated in accordance with manufacturer's recommended procedures and guidelines. System Tested and Certified by NSF International against ANSI/NSF Standard 42 & 53 for the reduction of: Cysts Turbidity Organic Contaminants Alachlor Atrazine Benzene Carbofuran Lindane Mercury Toxaphene 1,4-dichlorobenzene 2,4-D Asbestos Lead Mercury Rated Service Capacity: 300 gal Rated Service Flow: 0.5 gpm Conditions of Certification: Do not use where water is microbiologically unsafe or with water of unknown quality, except that systems certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected waters that may contain filterable cysts. Standard No. 42: Aesthetic Effects Chemical Unit Chlorine Taste and Odor Mechanical Filtration Unit Particulate Reduction, Class I Standard No. 53: Health Effects Chemical Reduction Unit Alachlor and Atrazine Reduction Benzene and Carbofuran Reduction 1,4 dichlorobenzene and 2,4-D Reduction Lead and Lindane Reduction Mercury and Toxaphene Reduction NSF® Mechanical Filtration Unit Turbidity Reduction Cyst and Asbestos Reduction 19 Manufactured for: General Electric Company, Louisville, KY 40225 EPA EST. No. 070595-MN-001