Panasonic Alkaline Ionizer TK-AS66-ZEX

The volume of water which has run through the Alkaline Ionizer is totalized, and the remaining cartridge life is indicated on the LCD display. Use this display as a general guideline for when to replace the cartridge.

 The cartridge life (12 000 liters) is a figure based on tests involving a standard water quality and water pressure (JIS S 3201: Testing methods for household water purifiers), and with tap water in general there may a significant difference in the clogging time depending on the water quality (turbidity, iron rust, etc.) and water pressure.

Remaining cartridge life display

 This indicates in per 1-liter the remaining volume of water which can be processed by the cartridge until the total run-through water volume serving as the general guideline for when to replace the cartridge.

 When the display shows “150 L“ or less, the “Cartridge near end of life” message appears.

Obtain a replacement cartridge.

 As the remaining cartridge life becomes shorter and shorter, the black blocks ""■"" in the bar display disappears.;

Main unit, bypass selector and acidic water stand

 Soak a soft cloth in water, wring it out well, and use it to wipe the units and parts.

 Use a toothbrush or other implement to remove foreign matter at the shower part.

Bypass selector mount coupling (filter and water intake)

The water volume will be reduced if foreign matter is allowed to clog the filter at the bypass selector mount coupling.; Follow the steps below to clean the filter.

1 Loosen the nut, remove the bypass selector, and take out the filter.

 Set the bypass selector to “Purified”.

2 Wash the filter and water intake.

If you will not use this unit for a week or more, make sure to follow the instructions below.

1 Remove the cartridge from the unit (P. EN37), put it inside a plastic bag, and then store the bag in the refrigerator.

 Remove the air from the bag before closing it.

1) Install the cartridge. (P. EN37)

3) Run water through the Alkaline Ionizer for about 3 minutes.

 If you are not going to use the Alkaline Ionizer for a month or more, the water inside the cartridge may have gone bad so it is recommended that you replace the cartridge.;

Follow the steps below to drain off the water in the Alkaline Ionizer.

1 Disconnect the power plug, and connect it again.

 “Preparation time” blinks for about 15 seconds on the LCD display, and water comes out of the drain outlet.

 Repeat this step two or three times, and disconnect the power plug.

2 Remove the cap, turn the unit upside down, and drain off the inside water.

3 Disconnect the water supply hose from the bypass selector.

 After disconnecting the water supply hose, put the hose fastening nut back on the bypass selector (to ensure that the nut is not misplaced or lost).

 Drain off the water inside the bypass selector.

- After the Alkaline Ionizer has been installed or after it has not been used for a prolonged period (generally, a week or more), be absolutely sure to measure the pH level, and check that it is within the "pH standard" before using the Alkaline Ionizer.

- Remember to measure the pH level periodically (at least once a month).;