AS/NZS 3497
Licence No. WM 74617
Australian Certication
Services
For correct operation & installation it is essential to observe these instructions.
DEC2018
User Guide
Quick Twist Filter System
with Tripla Matt Black Mixer Tap
Z1 Tripla Black Series
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What's Inside
What's Inside
Puretec Customer Service ........................................................................................................... 3
Operation ............................................................................................................................................... 3
Cartridge Replacement ................................................................................................................... 3
Servicing ................................................................................................................................................. 4
Technical Information ..................................................................................................................... 4
Recommended Working Pressures .......................................................................................... 4
PART 1 Mixer Tap Assembly
Installation Guide (BL1 & BL2 Models) ................................................................................. 5
Installation Guide (BL3 Model) .................................................................................................. 6
Assembly (BL1 & BL2 Models) .................................................................................................. 7
Assembly (BL3 Model) .................................................................................................................... 8
Water Connection Patterns .......................................................................................................... 9
Replacement of Ceramic Disc Cartridge(s) ...................................................................... 10
PART 2 Filter Cartridge Installation
Filter Cartridge Installation .......................................................................................................11
Installation Requirements ......................................................................................................... 11
Installation Procedure .................................................................................................................. 11
Use Guidelines ................................................................................................................................. 12
Mixer Tap & System Assembly ............................................................................................... 13
Tripla BL1 & BL2 Parts Description .................................................................................... 14
Tripla BL3 Parts Description .................................................................................................... 15
Performance Data .......................................................................................................................... 16
Warranty .............................................................................................................................................. 17
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Installation
Puretec Customer Service
performer manufactured from only quality materials and components and will give years of
‘spring fresh’ water free of impurities if maintained properly.
The Puretec Z1 system cartridges need replacing regularly to maintain optimum performance.
This is a simple procedure when following instructions. For cartridge replacements contact
your nearest Puretec stockist.
The system is designed for metropolitan supply water but can be used in other situations.
For other types of water supply please contact your local Puretec stockist or call our Puretec
Customer Service Helpline prior to installing the tap.
Customer Service Helpline 1300 140 140 (Australia) 0800 130 140 (New Zealand).
Caution: Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or with water of unknown
installed in accordance with local plumbing regulations by a licensed plumber.
Operation
The Puretec Z1 Tripla system is designed to run economically for many years, dependent on
the initial installation and periodical maintenance.
Under no circumstance should any abrasive or acid base cleaning agents be used.
Cartridge Replacement
months dependent on water quality and usage.
When replacing cartridge, ensure you reset the LED reminder light by removing/replacing the
battery from the rubber seat. Please refer to page 8 for a detailed diagram.
Order Z1-R for a replacement cartridge to suit your Z1 Tripla Black System.
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Installation Guide
Servicing
Should it be necessary to have your mixer serviced while under warranty, please carry out the
following procedure:
1. Firstly call the plumber, preferably the one that has installed it, (most problems are
caused by the supply lines not being cleaned out properly, prior to connecting the
mixers).
2. Make sure that the plumber has installed your mixer according to the User Guide.
plumbing supply store or your local Puretec stockist.
Important: We do not recommend the dismantling of any internal part of the mixer as
this will breach your warranty.
Technical Information
Puretec mixers can be used in conjunction with:
• Pressure storage hot water system.
• Any mains water pressure not exceeding 500 kPa.
• Maximum hot water temperature of 60°C.
• Instantaneous hot water system.
Recommended Working Pressures
• Minimum working pressure 50 kPa (7.5 psi).
• Maximum working pressure 500 kPa (72.5 psi).
night, sometimes doubling or trebling normal daytime pressures.
Note: Not suitable for unequal pressure. On high pressure areas where the pressure exceeds
the recommended working pressure as indicated above pressure limiting valves must be
installed or warranty is voided.
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Mixer Tap Assembly
PART 1
Installation Guide (BL1 & BL2 Models)
hoses with the initial installation, so no foreign matter can enter into the ceramic disk
cartridges.
A Puretec Water Filter is highly recommended for product longevity.
Base
Rubber Washer
Nut
Faucet
Hole (Ø33mm)
COLD (blue )
HOT (red )
Water Filter Connection
(green )
Fig. 1
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Installation Guide (BL3 Model)
Base
Rubber Washer
Locking Nut
Faucet
Hole (Ø33mm)
Metal Washer
Gasket
Retaining Screw
Plastic Fixed Nut
Fig. 2
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Mixer Tap Assembly
Base should be on top of the sink or
benchtop.
Step 3.
Place the Rubber Washer and screw the
Nut below the sink. Position the tap on
your desired angle then tighten the Nut.
Assembly (BL1 & BL2 Models)
1
2
3
Step 1.
Connect the hoses to the Faucet and
tighten them.
Do not over tighten. Don't use any tools.
Step 2.
Feed the hoses through the Basin or
Sink. Required through hole size is
Ø33mm.
Tripla Faucet
Base
Sink Faucet
Hole (Ø33mm)
Basin or Sink
Rubber Washer
Nut
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
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Assembly (BL3 Model)
Step 1.
Connect the retaining screw and braided hoses to
the faucet and tighten them.
over tighten. Don't use any tools.
See connection pattern on Page 8.
Step 2.
hose.
Step 3.
Feed the hoses through the basin or
sink. Required through hole size is
Ø33mm.
Base and washer should be on top of
the sink.
Step 4.
washer, metal washer and screw the
nut by turning counterclockwise.
Step 5.
Position the tap on your desired angle
and tighten the nut by using a wrench.
Fig. 5
Fig. 6
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Mixer Tap Connections
For TRIPLA BL1 & BL2
Water Connection Patterns
For TRIPLA BL3
HOT Water
Connection
( red )
COLD Water
Connection
( blue )
Water Filter
Connection
( green )
Water Filter
Connection
COLD Water
Connection
HOT Water
Connection
Retaining Screw
Fig. 7
Fig. 8
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Mixer Tap Maintenance
Replacement of Ceramic Disc Cartridge(s)
1. Hot/Cold Outlet
you can unscrew dome cap and loosen the cartridge lock nut.
cartridge housing.
• Now you can tighten lock nut with a torque wrench to 14 newton meters, then reinstall
dome cap, lever screw and hot and cold water indicator.
2. Filtered/Rain Ancillary Outlet
socket. Install cartridge by following removal instructions as above, in reverse order.
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PART 2
Filter Cartridge Installation
This system comes complete with an installation kit enabling it to be connected to 15 mm
Installation Requirements
4. Suitable location for faucet.
Installation Procedure
spillage will not cause damage. Location should not be in direct sunlight.
2. Isolate water supply and install the SmartTee.
3. Connect the SmartTee to the multivalve with a piece of white tubing (see Fig 9).
7. Restore water supply & check for leaks, rectifying them, if any, before leaving the unit.
Filter Cartridge Installation
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Cartridge Installation/Changeout
1. Rotate the old cartridge counterclockwise 1/4 turn, pull it out and dispose of it.
2. Remove all packaging from the new cartridge, including any wraps or caps (if
applicable).
Replacement cartridge: Z1-R
4. Turn on the water and check for leaks. If leaks occur, repeat step 3. If leaks persist,
discontinue use and call your supporting dealer.
Use Guidelines
• Minimum operating pressure 172 kPa.
• Maximum operating pressure 500 kPa.
• Do not allow exposure to temperatures below 0°C, protect from freezing.
• Maximum operating temperature 38°C.
• This system must be installed according to local plumbing codes on the cold water
line.
• Replacement Cartridges: See Installation/Changeout
replacement frequency.
Filter Cartridge Installation
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Assembly
1. Cut the tube square and push in to
the tube stop. For metal tube remove
burrs and chamfer tube end to prevent
DISCONNECTION PROCEDURE
2. Fitting grips before it seals. Ensure
tube is pushed in to tube stop.
HOW TO USE QUICK CONNECT FITTINGS
3. Tube is secured in position.
Fig. 10
No. DESCRIPTION
1
2 Flexible Tubing
3
Pressure Limiting
Valve (Multivalve)
4 Filter Cartridge
5 Mounting Bracket
6 Nut and Olive
7 Tube Insert
8
Filtered Water
9
Cold Water Flexible
10
Hot Water Flexible
11
Lock Nut and
Washer
12 Mixer Tap
2
3
4
9
12
10
2
6
1
7
11
8
COLD
WATER
LINE
FILTERED
WATER LINE
HOT
WATER
LINE
Fig. 9
Mixer Tap & System Assembly
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Parts Description
Tripla BL1 & BL2 Parts Description
11. Handle
12. Cartridge
9. Handle
10. Screw
1. Aerator Shell
20. Screws
21. Base
22. Gasket
23. Plastic Fixed Nut
24. Threaded Tube
25. Gasket
26. Nut
27. Wrench
28. Flexible Hose
2. Aerator
19. Body Base
3. Gasket
13. Body
4. Spout
5. Gasket
17. Handle
7. Plug
8. Screw
18. Screw
29. Filter Adaptor
30. Copper Tube
14. Cartridge
15. Nut
16. Cap
Fig. 11
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Parts Description
Tripla BL3 Parts Description
1. Aerator Shell
24. Screw
28. Flexible Hose
30. Filter Adaptor
22. Cap
21. Handle Cap
23. Cartridge
10. Gasket
2. Aerator
3. Gasket
4. Cap
6. Cap
9. Spout
12 Handle Cap
13 Screw
14. Gaskets
15. Handle
16. Cartridge
17. Handle
18. Screw
20. Body
19. Handle
25. Base
26. Gasket
27. Plastic Fixed Nut
29. Fitting Group
8. Spout
Fig. 12
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Cartridge Performance Data
Performance Data
Substance Guidelines*
Average
Concentration
Concentration
Min Percent
Removal
Average
Concentration
Average
Percent
Removal
NSF Standard 42 Drinking Water Treatment Units
Chlorine
(23,000 L)
2.1 0.3 50% 0.25 >94%
Standard 53 Cyst Live Cryptosporidium POU/POE
Cyst <1 100,000 ND (1) 99.98% + ND (1) 99.99%
Test Parameters
Hardness, Total mg/L 120
TDS mg/L 290
Temp deg C 21°C
Turbidity NTU 0.1
pH 7.57
ND = Not Detected
This appliance meets the domestic water treatment appliance Standards AS/NZS3497 for the following
water treatment processes:
Class Treatment type Function Pass
I Microbiological Status
Bacteriostatic Will stop bacteria increasing, but will not
remove them unless II(a) is passed.
N/A
II Microbiological Treatment
II (a) Bacteria Removal Will remove or inactivate bacteria.
II (b) Virus Removal Will remove or inactivate virus.
II (c) Protozoa Removal Will remove or inactivate Cryptosporidium
and Giardia, but will not remove or
inactivate bacteria and virises unless II(a)
and II(b) is passed.
III Turbidity & Particulate Reduction Reduces cloudiness.
IV Taste & Odour Reduction Reduces taste & odours.
V Chemical Treatment Decreases chlorine.
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Notes
Important Note: Sales of products are subject to our Terms & Conditions which are available
water without adequate disinfection. Under normal circumstances a pressure limiting valve is
not required. If incoming water pressure is excessive it may however be necessary to install
impurities etc.
Warranty
This warranty commences from the date of purchase. To make a claim under the warranty,
take the product and proof of purchase to place where you purchased the product, and they
will lodge a Warranty Request with Puretec. In addition to the guaranties provided under the
plus 5 years parts only. Puretec Z1 Filter System warranty is 1 year parts and labour, plus 9
years parts only. Excludes cartridges.
submit details and proof of your expense claim to place of purchase for consideration.
The warranty only applies if the product was used and/or installed in accordance with the
user guide and/or installation instructions. This warranty is given in lieu of all other express
or implied warranties and manufacturer shall in no circumstance be held liable for damages
consequential or otherwise or delays caused or faulty manufacturing except as excluded by
law.
Applicable to all above, is that the warranties need to be approved by Puretec to ensure
product was not incorrectly used, installed or claimed. False and incorrect claims will be
pursued at Puretec’s discretion, including chargeable inspection and labour costs incurred.
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Warranty
Warranty/Australia
SA 5160, telephone no. 1300 140 140 and email at [email protected].
This warranty is provided in addition to other rights and remedies you have under law: Our
goods come with guarantees which cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law.
replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a
major failure.
Warranty/New Zealand
This warranty is given by Puretec Ltd, Reg. No 4464398, Level 2, 40 Onehunga Mall, Auckland
1061. telephone no. 0800 130 140 and email at [email protected].
This warranty is provided in addition to other rights and remedies you have under law: Our
goods come with guarantees which cannot be excluded under the Consumer Guarantees Act.
replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a
major failure.
