7Register for reminders to change filters atwww.ecopure.comFilter CartridgesFilter Cartridge LifeFilter Cartridges: A filter cartridge contains activated carbon. When new, open the filtered water faucetand allow fine, carbon particles to purge from the cartridge. Flush for 20 minutes. It is recommended toreplace filter cartridge every six months of use. There are several variables that determine how longa cartridge will last. These include:1. How much water you use, and2. How much sediment, taste and/or odor, or other unwanted substance, is in the water.Use the following information as a guide. However, no matter which type of cartridge you are using, youwill know it is time to replace them when you first notice the return of the unwanted sediment, tasteand/or odor in your water, or when the flow diminishes or stops.EcoPure Premium Main Faucet Water Filtration System model EPWPFF with replacement elementEPWPRF conforms to NSF/ANSI 42 and 53 for the specific performance claims as verified and substan-tiated by test data. The rated capacity for this system is 2000 gallons (7570 liters) at a rated service flowof 1.85 gallons per minute (7.0 liters per minute).Filter Cartridge ReplacementNOTE: There is no need to shut off the water supply when replacing the filter cartridge.1. Turn filter cartridge to the left to remove cartridge from the filter head.2. Dispose of the cartridge in a proper manner.3. Install new cartridge. Turn cartridge to the right to re-attach to the filter head.Filter Cartridges: Filter cartridges contain activated carbon, a black powder. When new, open the fil-tered water faucet and allow fine, carbon particles to purge from the cartridge. Flush for 20 minutes.FIG. 6headfilter cartridgeTurn filter cartridge to the leftto remove from headTurn filter cartridge to the rightto attach to headQuestions? Call Toll Free 1-800-693-1138 or visit www.ecopure.comWhen you call, please be prepared to provide the model number and date code, found inside the top cover.