Below you will find the text version of how to replace a 3M filter head. For a full version with photos please download the attached PDF.
TECHNICAL BULLETIN - 3M FILTER HEAD REPLACEMENT
NOTE: At this time replacing the Pentek filter is not mandatory, but is highly recommended. We will re assess mid year 2021 as to the urgency of this procedure and making it a required retrofit.
Title | 3M FILTER HEAD REPLACEMENT |
Date | 2020-10-21 |
Author | OLIVIA SCHNEIDER |
For Questions Contact | SUPPORT@BEVI.CO 1-866-704-2384 |
Description | |
Bevi is replacing the Pentek filters with 3M filters. | |
FAQs | |
Why does the Pentek filter need replacement? The Pentek filters have a history of threads leaking or the filter housing breaking Which units need this replacement? Only the V1.0 and V.75 SU Units need to have the filter replaced. How long does this replacement take? The replacement should take approximately 15 minutes. |
Required Tools and Materials | |
3M Filter and Fittings Kit: 107729-01 3M Filter (HF20), 0.5 Micron: 901-0002 1” - ⅜” Socket Socket Wrench |
Remediation Process | |
Access the service panel by selecting “Ingredients” and select any flavor Hold down the X on the upper right hand corner for 5 seconds Select “Start Service” at the top of the screen Turn off the water source shut off valve behind the Bevi Press and hold the red button on top of the filter housing head until the water pressure is fully released from the system NOTE: You should hear and feel a light air release Dispense still water from the touchscreen Remove the tubing from the push to connect fittings on either side of the filter head | |
Use a 1”-⅜” socket wrench to remove the (2) nuts securing the filter head to the chassis | |
Place the (2) nuts and washers nearby for later use | |
Remove the Pentek filter from the unit to expose the (2) studs on the side wall of the chassis | |
Place the new filter head on the studs and use the ⅜” socket wrench to reinstall the (2) nuts and washers for V1.0 or (1) nut and washer for V.75 NOTE: Only a single stud is used for installing the 3M filter in V.75 units | |
Replace the tubing into the push to connect fittings on the new filter head along with (2) red locking clips | |
Insert new cartridge into assembly by aligning it and then twisting clockwise until the filter locks in place | |
Pressurize the system by turning on the water source, and then check for leaks. | |
NOTE: You should hear water filling the new filter | |
Return to the service panel using the instructions earlier | |
In the Filter section, press “Restock” | |
Select “3M Filter” | |
Unless servicing flavors or CO2, press “No Action” for those items | |
Press “End Service” | |
Flush the filter by dispensing around 2-3 liters of water, or until the water is clear of micro bubbles or sediment | |
NOTE: It is mandatory to log filter changes to the service panel, ensuring proper tracking in runouts of filters |