WaterStep M-100 Instruction Manual

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    Instruction manual 625 myrtle st. Louisville, ky 40208 usa 001.502.568.6342 waterstep.Org waterstep m-100 chlorine generator read these instructions in order to safely and effectively use this product..

  • Page 2: Contents

    Contents important safeguards ...................................................................................... 1 warnings ........................................................................................................ 2 what the chlorine generator does ...................................

  • Page 3: Danger

    This machine generates chlorine gas to purify water. It does so safely when used as intended by people with proper training. But it can be dangerous if you do not use it correctly. The waterstep m-100 chlorine generator uses salt (sodium chloride, or nacl) and direct current (dc) electricity to prod...

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    What the chlorine generator does the waterstep m-100 chlorine generator was developed in response to a need that affects nearly 1 billion people around the globe . . . Unsafe drinking water. In fact, waterborne disease claims more lives each day than armed conflict, hiv/aids, and cancer combined. Fo...

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    What is included with the chlorine generator 4 waterstep m-100 chlorine generator chlorine injector with heat exchanger submersible pump 1/4” i.D. Tube 5/8” i.D. Hoses (qty: 2) parts bag water bottle/salt mixing bottle.

  • Page 6: Other:

    5 waterstep m-100 chlorine generator what is included with the parts bag roll of teflon plumbers tape chlorine test kit measuring cup (for salt) zip ties barb fitting (male) barb fitting (female) other: 1. 1” cap for fill tube 2. Pinch clamp 3. Plate to convert pump from submersible to out-of-tank, ...

  • Page 7: What Else Is Needed

    • remove the unit from the box and remove bubble-wrap packaging. • use zip ties or rope to attach the unit securely to a water tank or other support. • attach the barb fitting/hose to the 3/8” outlet side of the circulation pump. Secure with hose clamp. What else is needed 1. 12-volt dc battery (dee...

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    • slide the heat exchanger into the oval- shaped opening on top of the unit. • place the braided hose with circulation pump into the water tank, leaving the wires hanging outside of the tank. Installing the chlorine generator • place the braided hose attached to the injector into the tank or barrel ...

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    Operating the chlorine generator this process begins after the chlorine generator is assembled. It is assumed you have a water tank or cistern containing water you wish to chlorinate. It also assumes that you have a means to dispense the water from the tank after it is treated. 8 waterstep m-100 chl...

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    9 waterstep m-100 chlorine generator • pour the solution of water and salt into the chlorine generator. Add more water to get the level to the maximum line (approximately 600ml total). • pour approximately 600ml of water (or recycled sodium hydroxide) into the oval-shaped hole at the top of the unit...

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    10 waterstep m-100 chlorine generator • look for a bubbling action in the chlorine side and small bubbles forming in the sodium hydroxide side. This is an indication the unit is working properly. • using the chlorine tester, test the chlorine level of the water in the tank. The objective is to treat...

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    Shutting down the chlorine generator before the unit is completely shut down and stored, have two empty containers - each of which will hold up to two liters of liquid. Use a permanent marker to write “chlorine” on one container and “sodium hydroxide” on the other container. Please write “poison - d...

  • Page 13: What to Do With By-Products

    What to do with by-products if there is no use for the by-products, both solutions can be poured into the same bucket to neutralize into saline water. 1. Chlorine the chlorine solution may be used as a household disinfectant and cleaning agent. Dilute the solution by at least 1/2 with water. 2. Sodi...