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1 ALKALIZING IONIZING HYDROGEN RICH ANTIOXIDANT WATER FILTER YOUR GUIDE PLEASE PLEASE Read this manual before use Your new UltraStream by AlkaWay is a state of the art water system. It is designed to provide you with many years of ultrapure alkaline ionized hydrogen rich water. PLEASE DO NOT USE NON-ALKAWAY PARTS OR FAUCETS IN YOUR INSTALLATION. TO PRESERVE WARRANTY ONLY USE ALKAWAY GENUINE ACCESSORIES INSTALLED AS PER THIS MANUAL. MANUAL OR OTHER ACCESSORY INSTRUCTIONS FROM ALKAWAY

2 BEFORE YOU BEGIN These important messages are essential reading. THE DRIP Yes, your UltraStream may drip for some time after use. It s not a leak or a fault. It is the result of the molecular hydrogen being created by our special O-Dobi media as it reacts with water in your UltraStream. UltraStream doesn t stop when you turn off the tap. The hydrogen (the active ingredient that makes your water so beneficial to health) pushes water above it up and out of the spout. If it bothers you, tip the unit forward to drain this layer of top water. We recommend that if you decide you really won t be able to tolerate a drip, return your unit BEFORE USE. (Valid within 30 days of purchase) THE ULTRASTREAM FILTER has been University laboratory tested to over 3500 litres, sufficient for a family of 4, each drinking 2 litres per day under normal municipal water quality conditions. We do not replace a cracked filter for free. We will replace it, but will require a contribution from you based on the number of months you have received purified water from your system. GOING AWAY? All water filters can act like compost bins. They accumulate compost as they filter. So at any time your filter is a repository of the various sediments and contaminants it has stopped. This is OK while the UltraStream (or any filter) is being regularly used, but problems may arise if you leave it without use for extended periods. Some people increase the problem by having their UltraStream exposed to the sun, making for ideal composting conditions. If you are travelling, put your whole unit into a plastic bag and store it in the refrigerator. INSTALLATION We encourage you to read the manual VERY carefully. Experience tells us that many people DON T read it, but a few minutes now will reward you with a better understanding of just how good your investment in health is. BEST PRACTICE: FRESH IS BEST For maximum antioxidant effect try to drink a full glass at a time rather than sip it during the day. Molecular hydrogen is the smallest known element and it slowly leaves the water. You ll derive most benefit from drinking as much as you comfortably can at one time. To learn about this amazing health discovery we suggest a visit to Ultimately, It s up to you to decide how much you want to drink per day. Different medicos suggest different amounts but a minimum of 2 litres is the consensus. TRANSPORT + STORAGE Because it s the smallest atom in the universe, hydrogen can easily pass through most materials, including a well-sealed plastic bottle. We recommend only glass or metal containers, with a good seal/cap. Finally, even though you can carry it with you, try to drink it ASAP because this will ensure you get the maximum benefit. PLUMBERS We apologise to the good plumbers. We know you are out there! But we have had experience of plumbers who try to install UltraStream in their own way. That s why you should familiarise yourself with the installation instructions in this manual, especially if you are installing the undersink version. We DO NOT warranty incorrect installations and would much rather have a good happy relationship with you, our valued customer. SLOW OR NO FLOW If you suddenly find little or no water coming out of your UltraStream, lift it up, remove the base plate and adjust the blue and white tap under the filter. If your UltraStream is slowly reducing in flow, it may be that it is nearing its end of use. If you continue to turn on your tap after it ceases flowing either your hose or your filter cartridge may fail. It may also have stopped flow because your kitchen tap is turned off. High Sediment water may require a special paper filament prefilter to preserve your UltraStream filter s life. Thank you for spending the time to read this. You are one of our clever customers!

3 INSTALLATION STEPS 1. Remove existing aerator from your faucet. filter dust residues and fully soak the filter media. Do not drink this water. Once output water clears, the filtered water may be used directly for drinking, and cooking. 6. TURNING OFF 2. Attach your UltraStream diverter to your faucet. When you turn off flow at your faucet, filtered water may still flow for seconds. This is due to residual pressure that may build up inside the UltraStream s highly efficient filter. It will also drip for some time due to the power of the hydrogen generation in the filter. If unused for a few days, first use water may be slightly grey and have a strong taste. This is caused by initial output water soaking in the energising media ever since you last used it. Allow water to run for 1-3 minutes through the Ultra or until it becomes clear once more. 7. ph TESTING Take care not to twist the hose. (note: a little Teflon plumbers tape may be needed). If you need the hose to be shorter, unscrew the collar on the diverter, remove the hose, and cut to your preferred length. Re-attach the hose by inserting the hose end into the collar, pushing the hose onto diverter and screwing the collar tightly. If your kitchen faucet s thread doesn t match our diverter, please check whether any of the alternative attachment rings provided with your ultrastream work and if not please contact your dealer. 3. TURN ON WATER Push the diverter pin to divert flow into your UltraStream. FLOW CONTROL UltraStream s base has a mains pressure certified flow valve inside of it. Insert 2 fingers and pull the base off. You can then adjust the valve inside the base. The valve is a blue and white plastic unit. We are aiming for a flow rate that will give you a ph of around 9.5. This may take a few tries using the ph reagent to check ph. Once set, this will ensure the same ph every time you use it. In your carton you ll find a ph Reagent bottle. Use the dropper to test water from your UltraStream. Do NOT consume the reagent or water with the reagent in it. The colour on the test strip corresponds to the ph of the water. The ph of your water is affected by (a) the ph of your input water and (b) the rate of flow of the UltraStream. There s little you can do about your source water but you can adjust the ph by adjusting the flow using the valve on the underside. We recommend a ph of around 9.5 for best results, but because this is an unbuffered ph, higher readings will not affect you. Always taste to test for palatability. First days of use may have a stronger taste. UNDERSINK INSTALLATION The UltraStream has an excellent optional undersink installation kit. It includes a specially designed ceramic faucet with special venting that ensures the UltraStream is protected from high mains pressure and water hammer. THIS FAUCET MUST BE USED. Warranty on your system is void if you use a different undersink faucet system. 4. RUN THE ULTRASTREAM for approximately 20 mins at around 1 litre per minute to remove Unqualified installation is also not guaranteed. Install at your own risk.

4 REPLACING YOUR FILTER The easiest change ever. 1, Lift off spout. SAFETY TIPS 1. Your UltraStream is best located on the kitchen benchtop supply. 2. Never place the UltraStream in a freezer. 2. Lift off cap. 3. Hold base and unscrew in anti-clockwise direction. (Hold base as you undo) To install a new filter, reverse this process. 1. Screw on new filter to base. (Do not overtighten). 2. Clip on cap. 3. Attach spout. FILTER LIFE The UltraStream filter has been tested using municipal water up to 3500 litres. We asked for this from an independent laboratory based on 2 litres per person for a family of four. We can t guarantee you will get that amount of water from your UltraStream before you need a filter change because all filters can only perform within the confines of the water they process. Your UltraStream filter may, therefore, last a longer or shorter time.sometimes contaminants or sediment in your water can block the filter, which may cause it to crack open. This is not manufacturing fault. It is a design function. We strongly recommend that you change your filter at or before the recommended 12 month point. A water filter gathers toxins from your water, both organic and inorganic. When it becomes overloaded it can become a health hazard as it releases excess toxins back into your output water. We DO NOT guarantee 12 months filter life. All water filters are dependent upon the quality of your source water, and will fail if excessive contaminants and sediment enter the filter. We also cannot guarantee performance in non-civic supply areas due to the possibility of water conditions outside of our test criteria. 3. Do not run hot water through your UltraStream. 4. If installing the UltraStream yourself, please remain in compliance with this manual to maintain your warranty. If not installed under local or national authority compliance the warranty is void. 5. If flow reduces, it s probably time to change the filter. This may occur earlier than expected if the quality of your input water is poor. 6. After replacing your cartridge, run water through the UltraStream for around 20 minutes. 7. When you are away from home for more than a few days, turn off the water supply to your UltraStream. This prevents pressure that may remain in the tubes and cartridge from causing damage. 8. Remember: UltraStream isn t just a water filter; it s a water ionizer using pure magnesium to generate the negative ions in the water. If sealed off this can create extra pressure, so never seal the UltraStream. 9. To clean your UltraStream, do not use solvents. Warm soapy water is just fine. 10. If you choose to install or use the UltraStream outside of these recommendations, damage may result. 11. We recommend you keep a copy of this manual in a visible place close to your UltraStream. 12. UltraStream is not designed for use by chiildren without responsible adult supervision. 13. UltraStream is constructed of EPA approved recyclable BPA-free plastics. All media and materials used are US, EU and FDA approved. 14. When unpacking, please remove and recycle unwanted packaging. As a consumer you are responsible for following all these directives. AlkaWay or your vendor are not responsible for incorrect or negligent application of this manual s directives.

5 WHAT TO EXPECT FROM YOUR ULTRASTREAM Our customers choose UltraStream for many reasons. Some buy for fluoride reduction, some because of the superior chlorine and chloramine reduction, some for heavy metals reduction. Others buy because they have understood it is a great alternative to an electric water ionizer, delivering beneficial alkaline minerals independent of the amount in the incoming water. This is far superior to electric systems that depend upon alkaline minerals in the inlet water. If you have rainwater you ll have virtually no alkaline minerals in your home supply, but the UltraStream actually adds beneficial magnesium and calcium. Filtration Some buy simply because they have concluded that as a water filter it is vastly superior to the majority of filters on the market, using fully approved and tested US made media, backed up by our University Lab tests for the life of the filter. Hydrogen Many of our newer customers are ordering because they understand the importance of molecular hydrogen. They have researched the benefits of alkaline and hydrogen rich water and have usually spent some time researching the subject. They have read enough of the 700+ scientific studies of its benefits and have also read how the UltraStream delivers almost 4 x the hydrogen of popular electric systems. To get the effect of hydrogen rich water it s important to drink it quickly. H2 is a gas that easily leaves its host. You can expect superb filtration of any municipal water. You can also expect that your UltraStream water will have an effect upon you when you begin drinking it. We have found responses vary enormously. Some people tell us that it s the best water they ve ever tasted while others may take time to get used to the taste. The taste of your water is ultimately dependent upon your water supply and how our O-Dobi hydrogen generating media responds to your water. Starting Off We recommend beginning with a high flow rate (tap fully on). This keeps the ph of the water low and although it doesn t make full use of the O-Dobi, it allows your body to become accustomed to your new water. To begin we suggest 1-2 glasses a day, building to at least 2 litres per day, and reducing the flow rate to increase the ph and hydrogen capacity. In this way your body has time to adjust to the detoxifying, antioxidant and superhydrating of the UltraStream water. Water may take some time to flow, and when it does, it sputters. This is caused by H2 accumulating inside your UltraStream in your water. For most water supplies we recommend 1 litre per minute flow rate. This is adjusted by adjusting the stop valve in the base. (see Flow Control section) Detox Effects New drinkers may experience a range of symptoms. Most common are body aches, headaches, foginess or skin conditions. All of these conditions may be caused by stored toxins being released, but if symptoms persist contact a registered medical practitioner. It s always wise to notify your general practitioner of any change to your health regimen. Once you become a regular drinker you may experience a whole range of positive health symptoms. You will find fellow user s stories on our website and we d love to share yours! SERVICE/WARRANTY We offer a combination one and 3 year warranty. Your one year warranty is your statutory warranty against defects in manufacture. Please note that the filter is not covered as normal use will often result in leakage after it reaches its maximum lifespan. Warranty is from purchase date. Please access your own national dealer to register your warranty. Alkaway disclaims all implied warranties, including without limitation, warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Your warranty gives you specific legal rights which may vary from state to state. Alkaway is not responsible for any liability beyond the replacement of the unit itself due to manufacturing defects. Alkaway, the warrantor, assumes no liability for incidental or consequential damages, for damages arising out of misuse or unqualified installation of the product or the use or any unauthorised attachment, or for damages arising from the use of the product with a faulty water supply or faucet. If you are sending your UltraStream for repair, a Return Authorisation should be arranged with your supplier. Please pack carefully and include purchase details. Flow stopped? Pick up your UltraStream, remove baseplate and adjust stop valve. Still no flow? Filter may be full. Time to change your filter.

6 THE INSIDE STORY From the top Crystal Quartz: softens taste. In filtration terms, it finishes the taste. 2. O-Dobi Beads Increases ph, negative ORP, adds magnesium and calcium to water, ionizes and adds molecular hydrogen 3. Tourmaline Far Infra red and softens water 4. Ceramic Magnets Stabilise ph 5. Filtration pads between each layer 6. Catalytic Carbon Reduces organic contaminants, colour, odour, taste, pesticides, THM s, VOC s chlorine and chloramines 7. KDF85 Patented heavy metal neutralisation media. Also reduces scale and supresses bacteria. kills algae and fungus, reduces chlorine, rust, taste, odour, hydrogen sulphide, iron, lead, nickel, cadmium, chromium, aluminium, mercury, arsenic and more. 8. Activated Alumina Fluoride and arsenic reduction. SPECIFICATIONS Best flow rate...1 litre/min Min inflow rate kpa (5 psi) Burst Pressure...20 psi Optimal inflow ph Best Inflow Temp C (28-104F) Dimensions...13cm (5 ) diam 32cm high (12 ) Net weight...3.5kg Plastic... ABS (FDA Approved) Carbon...Spartan Catalytic Heavy metal media...kdf85 US & EU Tested Activated Alumina...US Tested Crystal quartz...us Tested Manufactured in the USA by QMP Inc Valencia CA SUPPORT: support.alkaway.com TROUBLE SHOOTER Low or no flow: Base plate may have turned flow valve off. Remove baseplate and adjust. Filter may be full. Tap may not be on. Kink may be in hose. Taste Problems. Input water causing problems with filter. Call your dealer.