Panasonic AlCare TK-AS500 Operating Instructions Manual

Bypass selector mounting partRemove the bypass selector, then rinsethe filter and water intake.z The water flow may decrease when thefilter in the bypass selector connectionarea becomes clogged with impurities.Importantz Do not use detergents, cleansers, paint thinners, benzine, alcohol or kerosene for cleaning purposes. If, for instance,a detergent is used by mistake, wipe the surface with a damp cloth immediately to remove all traces of the detergent.(Otherwise, the detergent may get mixed in with the water running through the Alkaline Ionizer, the plated parts maybe damaged or peel off, or the plastic parts may become damaged, discolored or deformed.)y Use of cleansers may also impair the workings of the outlet pipe and cause trouble.z Do not use brushes or other implements made of metal (since they may leave scratch marks).z Do not use a tool to tighten up the nut (since the nut may be damaged).Set the bypass selector to“ ”.2Loosen the nut, remove the bypassselector, and take out the gasket and filter.GasketNutFilterBe sure to follow this order.Reinstall2Securely tighten the nut.3After mounting the bypass selector,set the lever to“ ” andallow water toflow for about5 seconds.Ensure toinstall(No front orback) Tightenfirmly byhandRemovethe stain usinga clean cottonswab, etc.BypassselectorMainspoutRemove thedirt using aclean toothbrushor other similartool.At least once aweekOnce a yearMain unit, bypass selector and outlet pipeSoak a soft cloth in water, wring it out well,and use it to wipe the units and parts.MaintenanceFilterWater intakeUsing aclean toothbrushor similartools How to attach How to removeEN28