Triple-Treat ProtectionThe innovative Hydro-Safe® filtration systemincorporates three technologies in one unit toprovide three-step treatment to remove:BacteriaChlorineTastesOdorsSedimentMore Three-In-one TechnologyProvides peace of mind and safe, great tastingwater, supplied to every tap in the house. Hereâ€â„¢show it works: Step #10.2 Micron FiltrationHydro-Safe filter cartridge is pleated for greatersurface area using a micro-fiber, using a 0.2micron filter media. This highly effective filtercartridge removes particulate, sand, silt, rust particles and other solid matter. Step #2Carbon TreatmentThe pleated filter media includes activated carbon which provides a secondary treatment process to remove chlorine, taste and odors. Step #3UV Light DisinfectionDuring the final process, water flows into a stainless steel reaction chamber where it is exposed to a 254 nanometer UV lamp.Inside this chamber bacteria, viruses and other harmful microorganisms are destroyed to provide disinfection without the use of chemicals. Specifications (Model HSFS) Flow rate (max.) 14 GPMVoltage (lamp) 110 VoltsCartridge capacity 140,000(Gals./ average use) GallonsUV dose rate (mJ/cm2) 40,000 +Bacteria reduction* 99.9%*E-Coli used for tests with cartridge in place. IMPORTANT: It is essential to install a one micron pre-filter prior to the unit to extend the life of the 0.2 micron cartridge. Independent Lab ValidatedHydro-Safe systems have been third party tested to verify that they meet or exceed the 40 mJ/cm2 requirement for disinfection at the specified flow rates. Part Part Number Cartridge HSFSCART-ACP Lamp HSFSLAMP Note: This unit does take some knowledge in plumbing for installation. We do recommend you have some plumbing experience or suggest hiring someone to install it for you. Limited Warranty What your Warranty Covers:If any part of your WATTS WATER QUALITY Reverse Osmosis System is defective in workmanship (excluding replaceable filtersand membranes), return unit after obtaining a return authorization (see below), less tank, within 1 year of original retail purchase, WATTS WATER QUALITY will repair or, at WATTS WATER QUALITY option, replace the system at no charge. How to obtain Warranty service: For warranty service, call 1-800-659-8400 for documentation and a return authorization number. Once the return authorization number has been created, ship your Reverse Osmosis unit (less tank) to our factory,freight and insurance prepaid, with proof of date of original purchase. Include a note stating the problem experienced and include your name, address and your return authorization number. No returns will beaccepted with out the proper return authorization number. WATTS WATER QUALITY will repair it, or replace it, and ship it back to you prepaid. What this Warranty does not Cover: This warranty does not cover defects resulting from improper installation, from abuse, misuse, misapplication, improper maintenance, neglect, alteration, accidents, casualties, fre, food, freezing, environmental factors,water pressure spikes or other such acts of God. This warranty will be void if defects occur due to failure to observe the following conditions: 1. The Reverse Osmosis System must be hooked up to a potable municipal or well cold water supply.2. The hardness of the water should not exceed 10 grains per gallon, or 170 ppm.3. Maximum incoming iron must be less than 0.2 ppm.4. The pH of the water must not be lower than 2 or higher than 11.5. The incoming water pressure must be between 40 and 85 pounds per square inch.6. Incoming water to the RO cannot exceed 105 degrees F (40 degrees C.)7. Incoming TDS/Total Dissolved Solids not to exceed 1800 ppm.8. Do not use with water that is micro biologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system. This warranty does not cover any equipment that is relocated from the site of its original installation.This warranty does not cover any charges incurred due to professional installation. This warranty does not cover any equipment that is installed or used outside the United States of America and Canada. Limitations and exclusions:WATTS WATER QUALITY WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. WWQ WILL NOT BERESPONSIBLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING TRAVEL EXPENSE, TELEPHONE CHARGES, LOSS OF REVENUE, LOSS OF TIME, INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OFUSE OF THE EQUIPMENT, AND DAMAGE CAUSED BY THIS EQUIPMENT AND ITS FAILURE TO FUNCTION PROPERLY. THIS WARRANTY SETS FORTH ALL OF WWQ RESPONSIBILITIES REGARDINGTHIS EQUIPMENT. Other Conditions:If WATTS chooses to replace the equipment, WATTS WATER QUALITY may replace it with reconditioned equipment. Parts used in repairing or replacing the equipment will be warranted for 90 days from the date theequipment is returned to you or for the remainder of the original warranty period, whichever is longer. This warranty is not assignable or transferable. Your rights under state Law:Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, and some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may notapply. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other legal rights which vary from state to state.