WaterBoss Filter Owner’s Manual 6/13/2012 17Start-Up Procedures—900IF Iron FilterImportantThe WaterBoss® 900IF Iron Filter is capable of treating a combination of undesirable constituents (iron,manganese, and/or hydrogen sulfide) in water. Install, set up, and use the filter within the operating limitsoutlined in this manual. Failure to comply with these specifications may decrease the effectiveness of thebackwash and cause control valve malfunction.Water Testing—The 900IF Iron Filter, like any other appliance, requires correct installation and setting foroptimum performance. To ensure proper settings, you need to have a sample of your untreated water tested foriron and pH. To find a facility to test your water sample, check your Yellow Pages under Water Analysis orWater Testing or contact the company below to conduct a test for you.WATERSCREENNational Testing Laboratories, Inc.1-800-458-3330 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ESTA pH of seven or above is necessary for the appliance to function properly.Step 1Plug in the TransformerA. Plug the transformer into an appropriate outlet.B. Ensure that the outlet selected is NOT operated by an On/Offswitch.Step 2Add WaterA. Slowly fill the media tank until water flows steadily to service.B. Once filled, turn off water and allow the appliance to sit for 10 minutes.C. After 10 minutes, press and hold the Regenerate button until the controller indicates 01(flashing). The regeneration cycle begins.D. Wait for at least 30 seconds.E. Unplug the transformer.F. Allow the appliance to sit for 25 minutes.G. Replug in the transformer.H. Quickly advance through the regeneration cycle until the Home position is reached.Step 3Add Potassium PermanganateA. Open the port lid and add 3 gallons (11 liters) of water.B. Slowly add 3 lb (1.4 kg) of potassium permanganate (KMnO4 ). (P/N 97804).Caution: Use care when handling potassium permanganate. Refer to the product label forfurther operating and handling instructions.C. Thoroughly mix with a clean wooden paint paddle. (Do NOT use plastic.) Stir the potassiumpermanganate until the color is a dark walnut.Note: Stir the potassium permanganate and water mixture every two weeks. If the water is apink color, add another 3 lb (1.4 kg) of potassium permanganate. Potassium permanganatewill last approximately three to six months.D. Wait 15 minutes after adding potassium permanganate before starting the regeneration cycle.