INSTRUCTION
BOOKLET
Cuisinart®
WCH-950C
Countertop Filtration System
For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
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10. Spigots
CONTENTS
Important Safeguards. . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Special Cord Set Instructions . . . . . . 2
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Parts and Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Before First Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Tips and Hints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Cleaning and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Storing the Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . 6
Performance Data Sheet . . . . . . . . . . 7
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
11. Brushed Stainless Steel Base
Durable stainless steel construction
complements any décor.
12. Drainage Plugs (not shown)
Two removable white plastic plugs are
located on bottom of unit.
13. Replacement Water Filter
(Model GF-80C)
The Cuisinart water filter has an
optimum filter life of 3 to 4 months
or 80 gallons (302 L).
INTRODUCTION
Pour yourself a glass of fresh, clean, filtered
water for a refreshing drink without opening
the refrigerator or a bottle.
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Your
Countertop Filtration
System is Cuisinart at its most convenient.
Drink healthy!
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PARTS AND FEATURES
1. 12-Week Filter Timer
Lets you know when to change your
water filter.
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2. Cover
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Filp-top lid for easy filling.
3. Unfiltered/Upper Water Tank
4. Filtered/Lower Water Tank
5. On/Off Power Button
Press to power on. This will activate the
chilling and heating functions.
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6. Hot Water Button with
Child Lock
Press to dispense hot water.
7. Room/Ambient Water Button
Press to dispense room temperature
water.
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8. Cold Water Button
Press to dispense chilled water.
9. Temperature Indicator Lights
Red/Blue LEDs light up when water has
reached hot/cold temperatures.
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5. When filter is thoroughly soaked, lift it from
bowl and allow water to drain.
BEFORE FIRST USE
Before using your Cuisinart®
NOTE: The filter contains a small amount of
loose carbon dust, which may make water
appear dark during soaking – once the
preparation process
is complete, dust will
be rinsed out of filter.
Countertop Filtration System for the first time,
it is recommended that the unit be flushed
through with fresh water. Please be sure to read
the following instructions before flushing your
water dispenser.
NOTE: Do NOT plug the unit in or install the
filter yet.
1. Remove your Cuisinart®
Countertop Filtration System carefully
from the box. You may wish to store the
packaging for future use.
6. Insert the water
filter into the
upper water tank
and push firmly
into place.
7. Hold the upper water tank with the filter
in it under cold running tap water for 15
seconds to flush.
2. Position the unit on a stable flat surface,
close to a main power outlet, not in direct
sunlight and out of the reach of children.
8. Let water drain from water tank.
3. Make sure that there is sufficient space
around the water dispenser to allow the
heat extracted during the chilling process to
dissipate. Allow at least 3" (6 cm) of space
around the sides and rear of the unit for air
circulation.
9. Fit the unfiltered/upper water tank onto the
filtered/lower water tank and place cover
on top. NOTE: The indent on the upper
water tank must face to the back of unit
when in place.
10. Place the reassembled tanks on the base.
OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
Installing the Water Filter
1. Remove the water filter from its packaging
(it is normal for the filter to appear moist
during storage). DO NOT WASH FILTER
ELEMENT WITH SOAP AND WATER.
2. Place water filter in bowl
in upright position.
3. Add enough cold water to
ensure that filter is fully
submerged when pushed
down. Hold filter upright,
under water, and gently
agitate it for 1 or 2
minutes or until you stop
seeing bubbles rising to
surface. Continue to soak
filter for at least 15
Setting Up Your Cuisinart
Countertop Filtration System
1. Lift the flip top lid, and using a clean pitcher,
pour cold tap water into the unfiltered/
upper water tank until full.
NOTE: Only cold tap water is to be poured
into the unit.
minutes.
NOTE: Filter may not completely sink
to the bottom.
2. Allow approximately 15 minutes for water
to filter into the filtered/lower water tank.
NOTE: Tank must be at least ½ full before
proceeding to Step #3.
4. While the filter is soaking, remove the
unfiltered/upper water tank and filtered/lower
water tank. Wash both tanks and plastic lid
in mild, soapy water, and rinse.
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3. To allow internal hot and cold water tanks to
fill, place glass under spigot and press and
hold both Cold and Hot buttons until water
flows steadily (about 1 minute). NOTE: Until
air is fully displaced by water, water flow will
be a little erratic.
5. Once you replace the filter, reset the timer
by pressing the Start button. NOTE: If you
do not replace the filter and press and hold
Start button for 3 seconds, the timer will
automatically shut off for power save and no
display will be shown. You can press and
hold Start button for 3 seconds anytime to
reset the timer if needed. If you press Start
button for more than 5 seconds the timer
will automatically shut off for power save.
4. Close the lid.
5. Plug the unit into an electrical outlet. Press
the On/Off power switch on the control
panel to turn on. The blue light around the
power switch indicates the unit is on and
the cold and hot features are activated.
TIPS AND HINTS
6. Dispense 16 ounces (475 ml) of room
temperature water to remove any unfiltered
water.
• Drinking 4 to 8 glasses of water each day is
healthy! Your countertop chiller makes it
easy.
7. After about 15 minutes the red hot water
indicator will light up. After approximately 1
hour the blue cold water indicator will light
up signaling the water has chilled. Your
• Regular use of clean, filtered water in your
automatic coffeemaker means less frequent
decalcification treatments.
Cuisinart™
Countertop Filtration
• Use filtered water in your iron to reduce
mineral build-up.
System is now ready for use.
NOTE: On subsequent fill-ups, unit may take
up to 30 minutes to chill and 10 minutes to
heat.
• Treat your pets to clean, filtered water.
• Clean, filtered water makes tea and instant
soup or coffee taste better.
Using the Filter Timer
It is important to change your water filter
regularly to enjoy the full benefits of good
tasting filtered water. The filter timer
automatically reminds you when your water
filter needs to be changed. It has
CLEANING AND CARE
CAUTION: To prevent personal injury
or electric shock, always unplug your
Cuisinart®
Countertop Filtration
System from outlet before cleaning. Do not
immerse base in water or other liquid.
a life of 3 to 4 months, or 80 gallons (302 L).
Once the filter is in place and unit is
assembled, start the filter timer as follows:
1. Turn the unit off and unplug it from outlet.
2. Remove the filter and place it in a bowl.
1. On the cover, there is a filter timer that lets
you know when to replace the filter.
3. Lift upper water tank and let it drain into
lower tank, and set it aside. Then lift lower
tank off base and empty. Careful, a full tank
can be very heavy!
2. Tear off the slip that insulates the battery.
Peel off “Filtering” sticker from filter timer
screen.
4. Clean the water tanks and the cover with
warm soapy water.
3. Press and hold the Start button until the
word “Filtering” is displayed (approximately
3 seconds).
5. The base is not immersible. Simply wipe it
clean with a damp cloth.
4. In 12 weeks, the word "REPLACE"
will appear. We recommend replacing the
filter with a new Cuisinart® Water Filter
within the following 2 weeks, depending on
usage. NOTE: Only the Cuisinart
6. Dry thoroughly when clean.
Replacement Filter (see next page) can be
used with this unit.
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STORING THE UNIT
Drainage
Plugs
1. Turn the unit off and unplug it from outlet.
2. Remove empty water tanks, filter and cover.
3. Allow hot water to cool, then bring base to sink.
4. Drain internal reservoir by tilting unit slightly and removing
the 2 white plastic drainage plugs. Plugs are tightly
inserted and must be gently, but firmly, worked to remove.
5. When water has completely drained, replace plugs, tanks,
filter and cover.
6. Your Cuisinart
Countertop Filtration System is ready to store.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Unit:
WCH-950C
1 Cuisinart®
Countertop Filtration System
1 Cuisinart® Water Filter
System Capacity
up to 3-4 months/ 80 gallons/ 302 liters
194°F (90°C)
Maximum Temperature
Minimum Temperature
Rated Service Flow
44.6°F (7°C)
10 gallons / 37.85 liters per day
(may vary according to water conditions)
System Tested and Certified by NSF International against NSF/ANSI
Standard 53 for the reduction of Benzene, Cadmium, Copper,
Mercury, Tetrachloroethylene, Toluene, and Standard 42 for the
reduction of Chlorine Taste and Odour.
See Performance Data Sheet for specific test conditions and results.
Claims are calculated based on NSF accepted practice of average percent reduction. The
contaminants or other substances removed or reduced by this water treatment device are not
necessarily in all users’ water. Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of
unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system. Individuals requiring
water of specific microbiological purity should consult their physician.
The Cuisinart®
Countertop Filtration System processes approximately
80 gallons/ 302 liters. When the Cuisinart® Water Filter (GF-80C) exceeds filtering capacity,
replacement is essential for the product to perform as represented. Replacement filters may be
purchased at most retail outlets. The performance of the filter may vary based on local water
conditions.
Hot water should not be used with the Cuisinart® Water Filter (GF-80C) as it will affect the filter’s
performance.
Refer to the Operating Instructions and Cleaning and Care for general unit operation and
maintenance requirements. Testing was performed under standard laboratory conditions; actual
performance may vary.
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PERFORMANCE DATA SHEET
PERFORMANCE DATA SHEET FOR MODELS WCH-850C AND WCH-950C
CONTAMINANT REMOVAL DATA IMPORTANT NOTICE:
Read this Performance Data Sheet and compare the capabilities of this unit with your actual
water treatment needs. It is recommended that, before purchasing a water treatment unit, you
have your water supply tested to determine your actual water treatment needs.
Performance testing conducted by NSF International. These systems have been tested according
to NSF Standard 53 and 42 for reduction of the substances listed below. The concentration of
the indicated substances in water entering the system was reduced to a concentration less than
or equal to the permissible limit for the water leaving the system, as specified in NSF Standard
53 and Standard 42.
Testing was performed under standard laboratory conditions; actual performance may vary.
Removal
Removal
Action Level
Hardness
Temp
Inlet
Max.
Influent
Challenge
Concentration
(mg/L)
Filter
Effluent
Max.
Influent
Water Avg.
(ug/L)
Percent
Reduction
(%)
Premissible
Product Water
Concentration
(mg/L)
Testing
Compart.
(°C)
CaCO3
(ppm)
Reduction
Requirement
Substance
PH
(ug/L)
NSF/ANSI Standard 42-Aesthetic Effects
Chlorine Taste and
Odour Reduction
2.0
2.0+/-10%
N/A
97.5%
N.A.
N.A.
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7.53
>50
NSF/ANSI Standard 53-Health Effects
Copper
Copper
Mercury
Mercury
3150
3100
6.2
3.0+/-10%
3.0+/-10%
870
1000
0.9
85.0%
85.4%
92.8%
89.9%
1.3
1.3
16
120
22
20
19
19
20
6.42
8.42
6.45
8.55
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
0.006+/-10%
0.006+/-10%
0.002
0.002
5.7
1.2
140
Cadmium
28.8
0.03+/-10%
2.2
96.6%
0.005
18
20
6.59
N/A
Cadmium
Benzene
Toluene
300
15
0.03+/-10%
0.015+/-10%
3.0+/-10%
4.0
3.4
92.5%
84.1%
89.8%
0.005
0.005
1
120
130
320
20
20
20
8.44
7.58
7.54
N/A
N/A
N/A
2900
770
Tetrachloroethylene
14
0.015+/-10%
3
92.5%
0.005
340
21
7.56
N/A
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Your Cuisinart® CleanWaterTM Countertop
Filtration System has been manufactured to strict
specifications and has been designed for use with
the Cuisinart® CleanWaterTM Countertop Filtration
System authorized accessories and replacement
parts for your model.
WARRANTY
LIMITED THREE-YEAR WARRANTY
This warranty supersedes all previous warranties
on the Cuisinart® CleanWaterTM Countertop Filtration
System. This warranty is available to consumers
only. You are a consumer if you own a Cuisinart®
CleanWaterTM Countertop Filtration System that was
purchased at retail for personal, family or household
use. This warranty is not available to retailers or
other commercial purchasers or owners.
We warrant that your Cuisinart® CleanWaterTM
Countertop Filtration System will be free of defects
in material or workmanship under normal home use
for three years from the date of original purchase.
These warranties expressly exclude any defects or
damages caused by accessories, replacement parts
or repair service other than those that have been
authorized by Cuisinart. These warranties exclude
all incidental or consequential damages.
BEFORE RETURNING YOUR CUISINART®
PRODUCT
For warranty purposes, we would like to suggest
that you register your product on-line at www.
cuisinart.ca to facilitate verification of the date of
original purchase. However, should you not wish
to register on-line we recommend the consumer
to maintain original receipt indicating proof of
purchase. In the event that you do not have proof
of purchase date, the purchase date for purposes of
this warranty will be the date of manufacture.
Important: If the nonconforming product is to be
serviced by someone other than Cuisinart’s
Authorized Service Centre, please remind the
servicer to call our Consumer Service Centre to
ensure that the problem is properly diagnosed,
the product serviced with the correct parts, and
to ensure that the product is still under warranty.
When calling our Authorized Service Centre for in
warranty service please make reference to your
model number and the manufacturing date code.
This information can be found in the rating area
on the body or underneath the base of your unit.
The model number will follow the word Model:
WCH950C. The manufacturing date code is a 4
or 5 digit number sometimes followed by a letter.
Example, 70630K would designate year, month &
day (2007, June 30th).
If your Countertop Filtration System should prove
to be defective within the warranty period, we will
repair it or, if we think it necessary, replace it. To
obtain warranty service, please call our Consumer
Service Centre toll-free at 1-800-472-7606 or write
to:
Cuisinart Canada
100 Conair Parkway
Woodbridge, ON. L4H 0L2
To facilitate the speed and accuracy of your return,
please also enclose $10.00 for shipping and
handling of the product. Please also be sure to
include a return address, description of the product
defect, product serial number, and any other
information pertinent to the product’s return. Please
pay by cheque or money order.
NOTE: For added protection and secure handling
of any Cuisinart® product that is being returned, we
recommend you use a traceable, insured delivery
service.
Cuisinart cannot be held responsible for in transit
damage or for packages that are not delivered to
us. Lost and/or damaged products are not covered
under warranty.
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