Culligan
®
Good Water
Machine
®
Drinking
Water
System
Owners
Guide
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NOTICE Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown
quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system.
For installations in Massachusetts, Massachusetts Plumbing Code 248 CMR shall be adhered to. Consult
your licensed plumber for installation of this system. The use of piercing valves is not permitted in Massa-
chusetts.
Check with your public works department for applicable local plumbing and sanitation codes. Follow your
local codes if they differ from the standards used in this manual.
Operational, maintenance and replacement requirements are essential for this product to perform prop-
erly. The Good Water Machine® contains replaceable particulate and activated carbon filters. It also
includes a replaceable reverse osmosis membrane filter which is critical for the effective reduction of Total
Dissolved Solids. The filtered water should be tested periodically to verify that the system is performing
properly.
Culligan International Company
9399 W. Higgins Road, Suite 1100
Rosemont, Illinois USA 60018
847/430-2800
www.culligan.com
Products manufactured and marketed by Culligan International Company (Culligan) and its affiliates are
protected by patents issued or pending in the United States and other countries. Culligan reserves the right
to change the specifications referred to in this literature at any time, without prior notice. Culligan, Good
Water Machine, Aqua Cleer, Culligan Man and www.culligan.com are trademarks of Culligan Interna-
tional Company or its affiliates.
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System Specifications .............................................................................................................................................................................. 1
Introduction ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 2
Installation ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Servicing Your System ............................................................................................................................................................................. 7
Parts List ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Culligan
®
Good Water Machine
®
Service Log .................................................................................................................................12
Performance Data Sheet ....................................................................................................................................................................... 13
Culligan Lifetime Limited Warranty .................................................................................................................................................. 17
Table of
Contents
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About this
Manual
This manual:
familiarizes the operator with the equipment
explains installation and setup procedures
gives specifications and troubleshooting information
provides servicing information.
Read this Manual First
Before you operate the Culligan Good Water Machine
®
Drinking Water System, read this manual to
become familiar with the device and its capabilities.
Safe Practices
Throughout this manual there are paragraphs set off by special headings.
Notice (or Note) is used to emphasize installation, operation or maintenance information which is import-
ant, but does not present any hazard. For example,
NOTICE The nipple must extend no more than 1 inch above the cover plate.
Caution is used when failure to follow directions could result in damage to equipment or property.
CAUTION! Disassembly while under water pressure can result in flooding.
Warning is used to indicate a hazard which could cause injury or death if ignored.
WARNING! Electrical shock hazard! Unplug the unit before removing the
timer mechanism or cover plates!
The CAUTION and WARNING paragraphs are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations
that may occur. Understand that common sense, caution, and careful attention are conditions which
cannot be built into the equipment. These MUST be supplied by the personnel installing, operating, or
maintaining the system.
Be sure to check and follow the applicable plumbing codes and ordinances when installing this equip-
ment. Local codes may prohibit the discharge of sanitizing or descaling solutions to drain.
Use protective clothing and proper face or eye protection equipment when handling chemicals or tools.
NOTE The Culligan Good Water Machine
®
Drinking Water System is not intended for
use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without
adequate disinfection either before or after the system.
NOTE Check with your public works department for applicable local plumbing and
sanitation codes. Follow local codes if they differ from the standards used in
this manual. To ensure proper and efficient operation of the Culligan Good
Water Machine
®
Drinking Water System to your full satisfaction, carefully
follow the instructions in this manual.
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Dimensions Filter Assembly 7.5”W x 3”D x 16.5”H
Storage Tank Std 9” Diameter x 14”H
Medium 11” Diameter x 14”H
Large 15.5” Diameter x 24”H
Storage Capacity Standard Tank 2 gallons
Medium Tank 3 gallons
Large Tank 9 gallons
System Flow Sequence Particle Filter, Activated Carbon Filter,Reverse Osmosis Membrane Filter,
Storage Tank, Polishing Filter, Dispensing Faucet
Particle Filter 5 Micron Spun Polypropylene
Activated Carbon Filter Solid Carbon Block
Reverse Osmosis Membrane
Filter
Culligan Aqua-Cleer
®
Thin Film Composite
Polishing Filter Cullar G Activated Carbon
Dispensing Faucet Culligan Aqua-Cleer Faucet Rotary Operation, Stainless Steel and Resin
Flow Passages, with Built-in Siphon Break
Colors Polished Chrome or White
Model 2 Gallon 3 Gallon 9 Gallon
System DPR* to Storage Tank 14.5 (54.88L) 14.5 (54.88L) 14.5 (54.88L)
Efficiency Rating
3
17.9% 17.9% 17.9%
Recovery Rating
4
30.8% 30.8% 30.8%
* DPR - Daily Production Rate
Product Production Rate without storage tank to atmosphere
1
- AC-30 Models......................30 gpd (114 L/day)
Ratio of Product to Flush Flow
2
Soft Water Applications...........2:3
Hard Water Applications.........1:3 - 1:5
1
Rating at 50 psi, 77°F, 500 mg/L TDS Influent, Without Storage Tank to atmosphere. This is a factory
specification for membrane production. Actual production rate and TDS rejection will depend on tempera-
ture, water pressure, TDS level, membrane variation and usage pattern.
2
May vary with pressure. See Technical Manual (P/N 01018587) for all hard water applications and
applications where TDS exceeds 1000 mg/L (ppm).
3
Efficiency rating means the percentage of the influent water to the system that is available to the user as
reverse osmosis treated water under operating conditions that approximate typical daily usage.
4
Recovery rating means the percentage of the influent water to the membrane portion of the system that is
available to the user as reverse osmosis treated water when the system is operated without a storage tank
or when the storage tank is bypassed.
System
Specifications
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Thank you for choosing a Culligan Good Water Machine® drinking water system. Your new system is
designed to bring you years of deliciously crystal-clear Culligan® water. With its special faucet installed
on your sink, it’s like getting bottled water straight from your kitchen tap.
With three separate filter technologies and its unique space-saving design, the Good Water Machine is
the most advanced drinking water system available today from Culligan.
About Your System
The reverse osmosis method of water treatment has long been regarded as one of the most efficient and
effective ways to reduce impurities. It’s the technology we’ve used to build your new Culligan Good Water
Machine. In addition, we’ve incorporated activated carbon and fine particle filtration to bring you one of
the most effective systems available today.
Good Water Machine System Components
Refer to Figure 1 on page 6.
Particle Filter
The particle filter reduces dirt, sand, rust, and other microscopic particles 15 times smaller than a grain of
sand.
Activated Carbon Filter
The activated carbon filter reduces elements that cause water to taste and smell unpleasant, including the
taste and odor of chlorine, if present in your untreated water supply.
Reverse Osmosis Membrane Filter
The reverse osmosis (RO) membrane filter reduces dissolved substances, including radium, lead, and many
others. These substances may not be in your water. See Performance Data Sheet for list of substances and
removal percentages.
Manifold Assembly
The manifold serves as the functional hub of the system, directing and regulating the flow through each of
the system’s components. It makes the Good Water Machine extremely space efficient and simplifies filter
changes.
Storage Tank
The storage tank holds up to 2 gallons of triple-filtered Culligan water under pressure for rapid delivery.
Optional three and nine-gallon tanks are available.
Polishing Filter
The Good Water Machine includes a second activated carbon filter as added assurance that your water
will be crystal clear.
Faucet
The special drinking water faucet mounts conveniently on your kitchen sink. A simple twist of the handle is
all it takes to enjoy refreshing Culligan drinking water.
Introduction
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Certified Performance
The Culligan Good Water Machine Model AC-30, AC-30M, AC-30L, AC-30 Plus, AC-
30M Plus and AC-30L Plus Drinking Water Systems have been tested and certified by
WQA to NSF/ANSI 372, and CSA B483.1, and NSF/ANSI Standard 58 for the ef-
fective reduction of TDS, Barium, Cadmium, Hexavalent and Trivalent Chromium, Lead,
Radium 226/228, Copper and Selenium as verified and substantiated by test data.
Average removal percentages are as follows:
AC-30 (M,L) & AC-30 Plus (M,L)
Barium................95.2%
Cadmium............99.2%
Chromium III........98.6%
Chromium VI........75.1%
Copper................85.3%
Lead....................98.4%
Radium 226/228 ............95.2%
Selenium .........................91.9%
TDS/Sodium Chloride.......80% (2 Gallon Tank)
.......80% (3 Gallon Tank)
.......80% (9 Gallon Tank)
The substances removed by this system are not necessarily in your untreated water. See Performance
Data Sheet starting on page 13 for exact percentages of contaminant removal.
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How To Use Your System
With the Good Water Machine, you’ll get a continuous supply of clear, refreshing water for drinking and
cooking. But Culligan improves a lot more than just water. Crystal clear Culligan water is ideal for:
• coffee • recipes • pasta
• tea • baby formula • ice cubes
• soup • house plants • steam irons
• juice • pets • drink mixes
• everything you make with water
Performance Check
This system contains a replaceable treatment component, critical for the effective reduction of Total Dis-
solved Solids, and that product water shall be tested periodically to verify that the system is performing
properly.
“This reverse osmosis treatment system contains a replaceable component critical to the efficiency of the
system. Replacement of the reverse osmosis component should be with one of identical specification, as
defined by the manufacturer, to assure the same efficiency and contaminant reduction performance.”
To check the performance of your Good Water Machine, it is necessary to measure the total dissolved
solids (TDS) level of the filtered water. This simple test can be done quickly by your dealer.
The Good Water Sentry™ Water Quality Monitor is another way to keep track of your system’s perfor-
mance. This optional accessory checks your drinking water each time you
use the special faucet, and signals when the membrane filter may need to be replaced.
AC-30 Plus, AC-30L Plus, and AC-30M Plus come with the Good Sentry Water Quality Monitor.
The Good Water Machine® Models are supplied with a nitrate test kit. Product water must be tested
frequently according to the instructions provided with the kit.
If the water quality of your system seems to have declined, drain the storage tank and allow the system to
refill. If the problem persists, call your Culligan Man™ for service.
Suggested Installation Equipment
Sink Cutting Tools
Porcelain Cutter Kit, 1-1/4 inch diameter,
P/N 00591625
Greenlee Hole Punch, 1-1/4 inch diameter
Plumbers Putty
Heavy Duty Drill with speed control to
400 rpm
Tools
Screwdriver, blade and Phillips (#1)
1/8 inch diameter pilot drill for #10 screws
Center Punch
Razor Blade Knife
Faucet Installation Tool, P/N 00403375
Aqua-Cleer H Series or “System” series
filter housing
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Installation
This Owner’s Guide provides visual assembly reference only. Since specialized skills are required in the
assembly of the drinking water system, we recommend that you contact your local independently operated
Culligan dealer to complete this installation.
Please refer to the Aqua-Cleer/Good Water Machine Drinking Water Systems Technical Manual (P/N
01018587) for installation guidelines on the following topics:
• Faucet Installation • Flushing Procedure for Pre-Filters
• Storage Tank Settings • Post Installation Performance Measurements
Application Guidelines
The Good Water Machine is designed for use on potable water supplies meeting the guidelines outlined
in Table 1. The system should be installed on your home’s cold water line. The flushing stream should
discharge through an approved siphon break as illustrated in Figure 1 on page 6. Installation of this
system must comply with state and local laws and regulations.
The Good Water Machine may also be used to provide crystal-clear Culligan water to other drinking wa-
ter using appliances such as an icemaker or refrigerator. Installing the unit to supply filtered water to other
appliances may be complicated and require additional components for proper use. We again recommend
that you contact your local independently operated Culligan dealer to complete this type of installation.
Use of the Good Water Machine with these and other appliances must follow the guidelines set forth in
the Aqua-Cleer/Good Water Machine Drinking Water Systems Technical Manual (P/N 01018587).
Installations that do not follow these guidelines run the risk of working improperly or even causing damage
to the appliances.
Table 1. Influent Water Characteristic
Pressure 40 - 120 psi (280 - 827 kPa)
Temperature 33 - 100°F (1 - 38°C)
Total Dissolved Solids (TDS)
1
0 - 2500 ppm ( 0 - 2500 mg/L)
pH 5 - 10
Chlorine
2
0 - 3 ppm ( 0 - 3 mg/L)
Chloramine 0 - 3 ppm ( 0 - 3 mg/L)
Turbidity 0 - 10 NTU
Hardness
3
0 - 10 gpg
Iron 0 - 1 ppm (0 - 1 mg/L)
Bacterial Quality Potable
1
See the Technical Manual for all applications where TDS exceeds 1000 ppm (1000 mg/L). A booster
pump is strongly recommended.
2
The reverse osmosis membrane filter used in this system may be damaged by chlorine. This system
includes activated carbon which protects this element by reducing chlorine. Influent chlorine should not
exceed 3 mg/L.
3
A softener is strongly recommended for water over 10 gpg.
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The exact placement of the components will vary by installation. Although shown beneath a sink, it may
be installed in a basement, crawl space, or in an adjacent cabinet. Regardless of where the system is
installed, the flow sequence described by (Figure 1) must be observed.
The Aqua-Cleer
®
/Good Water Machine
®
drinking water system is designed to be mounted near a sink
for easy access to cold water and drain lines. Lengths of 1/4-inch and 3/8-inch OD plastic tubing will
be required to make this installation. A length of Culligan
®
drain tubing is required to install the air gap
siphon break.
Evaluate the installation site to determine the easiest path for the plumbing to follow. Take care to make
the installation as neat as possible.
Aqua-Cleer
Faucet
Monitor
Sensor
Monitor
Drain
Cold Water
Supply
Post
Filter
1/4" Tubing
to Faucet
Air Gap
Feed Line
1/4" Tubing
AC-30
Manifold
3/8" Tubing to Faucet Product Port
Ball Valve
Tank
3/8" Tubing
to Faucet
Product
Port
Tubing From Faucet
Air Gap - 3/8” Tubing
Figure 1.
NOTICE Install the drain line so that it runs downward with no loops or low spots.
Otherwise the unit will overflow at the air gap siphon break built into the
faucet, or make irritating gurgling sounds. The concentrate line that leads
to the faucet should be installed in a straight vertical path to avoid mak-
ing a gurgling noise.
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Servicing Your
System
Service Schedule
When properly maintained, your Good Water Machine will give you years of dependable service. Use
the following as a guide to get the most out of your system. Service frequency may vary depending on
your local water conditions. High sediment, chlorine, turbidity, or hardness levels may require more fre-
quent service. Refer to Figure 3 & Figure 4.
At Least Once Per Year
Replace:
Particle Filter (1)
Activated Carbon Filter (2)
Polishing Filter (4)
Check:
RO Membrane Filter (3)
- TDS Reduction Performance
- Flow Rates
Capillary Assembly
Sanitize the System.
Use the convenient chart inside the back cover of this booklet to keep track of your system’s maintenance.
Filter Replacement
Culligan recommends that you have your Good Water Machine serviced by your local Culligan Man. You
can rely on his or her experience and expertise to keep your system in top operating condition.
If you wish to service your system, the filters are available from your Culligan dealer. For replacement
components, or to measure the Total Dissolved Solid (TDS) Reduction Performance please contact your
local Culligan Dealer or 1-800-CULLIGAN (1-800-285-5442) for the dealer near you. See the “Parts List”
on page 11 for replacement numbers.
Cartridge Conditioning
The activated carbon, reverse osmosis, polishing filter, and particle filter cartridges must be conditioned
as follows prior to installation into the Good Water Machine. Your Culligan Man can do these important
procedures at the time of purchase.
Activated Carbon Cartridge —10-minute flush to remove carbon dust
RO Membrane Filter—Minimum 24-hour flush to remove preservative solution
Polishing Filter—2-gallon flush to remove carbon dust
Particle Filter—10-minute flush
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Tubing Connectors
The Good Water Machine features easy-to-use push-in tubing connec-
tors (Figure 2) on the manifold assembly and the polishing filter.
To disconnect the connector, hold the collar against the fitting body
and pull the tube from the fitting.
To assemble lubricate the tubing end with water and push the tubing
into the connector until it bottoms out. Be sure the tubing is smooth and
free of abrasions, otherwise a leak may result.
Figure 3.
Filter Replacement and Sanitizing Procedure
Use the following procedure and the reference in Figure 3 when servicing the Good Water Machine.
NOTICE Cleanliness is essential in the filter replacement procedure. Be sure to
wash your hands thoroughly before handling filters. The use of protective
gloves is strongly recommended.
Materials:
Pre-flushed activated carbon cartridge and polishing filter cartridge
Particle filter
Household (5.25%) bleach—hydrogen peroxide is not recommended
Clean 1-gallon plastic container with cap
100-ml graduated cylinder
Plastic pan to hold manifold assembly
Tubing connector, 3/8” tube x 3/8” tube
Flat-blade and #2 Phillips screwdrivers
Paper towels
Disposable plastic gloves (like those used in the food service industry)
Figure 2.
Flow
Fittings
Figure 4.
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Preparation
1. Locate the system’s supply valve and turn off the system’s water supply.
2. Using the graduated cylinder, add 5 ml (about 1 teaspoon) of bleach to the 1-gallon container.
Open the dispenser faucet and fill with one gallon of product water. If there is not enough RO
water, fill the container the rest of the way with soft water. Cap the container and shake to mix.
NOTICE If any RO water remains after filling the container, you may want to fill a
pitcher with the drinking water as it will take several hours for the system
to refill after servicing. In any case, leave the faucet open until the storage
tank is empty and then, close the faucet.
3. Remove the polishing filter (Figure 4) and discard. Connect the tubing ends together with the
tubing connector.
4. Lift the filter assembly from the mounting bracket and place it in the plastic pan to catch any
dripping water.
5. Using the flat-blade screwdriver, pull the u-clips from all three housings. Insert the u-clip into the
two square holes at the bottom rear of the manifold and push up to release the filter housings.
Remove the housings with a downward twisting pull.
6. Remove the particle filter cartridge and the activated carbon cartridge and discard. If the RO
membrane filter will be reused, clean the outside with a wet paper towel and place the mem-
brane filter in a clean, unused plastic bag.
7. Wet some paper towels with the diluted bleach solution. Clean the inside of the housings and
the underside of the manifold with the paper towels.
Sanitizing the Storage Tank and Faucet
1. Add 15 ml (about one tablespoon) of bleach to the particle filter housing (#1, Figure 3).
Replace all three housings on the manifold and insert the u-clips.
NOTICE The weight of the storage tank will increase by 8 to 16 pounds. Turn off
the water supply valve.
2. Turn on the supply valve and fill the storage tank with 1 to 2 gallons of water.
3. Wait ten minutes before opening the faucet and draining the storage tank. Do not rinse any
remaining solution from the tank.
NOTICE During this time, proceed to the “Sanitizing the Manifold Assembly” on
page 10.
Wait to do step 4 until indicated.
4. Remove the temporary tubing connector and replace it with a new polishing filter. Make sure
the flow arrow on the polishing filter points to the faucet (Figure 4).
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Sanitizing the Manifold Assembly
1. Using the flat-blade screwdriver, pull the u-clips from all three housings. Insert the u-clip into the
two square holes at the bottom rear of the manifold and push up to release the filter housings.
Remove the housings with a downward twisting pull. Discard any solution remaining in the hous-
ings.
2. Open the particle filter cartridge bag half way, being careful not to touch the filter element.
Lubricate the particle filter cartridge o-rings with water and insert the cartridge into position #1
in the manifold.
3. Fill housing #1 about 2/3 full of the diluted bleach solution from the 1-gallon container.
Assemble the housing to the manifold and replace the u-clip.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for housing #2 (activated carbon cartridge) and housing #3 (RO mem-
brane filter).
NOTICE For RO membrane filters that have a single open-end, pour diluted bleach
solution into the center tube.
CAUTION! The solution should remain in contact with the RO membrane
filter for at least five (5) but no longer than ten (10) minutes.
Longer contact time will shorten the life of the membrane.
NOTICE While waiting for the filters to be sanitized, complete step 4 of the “Sani-
tizing the Storage Tank and Faucet” on page 9. Then complete step 5
below.
5. Using the #2 Phillips screwdriver, loosen the capillary assembly retaining screws, then twist and
remove the assembly. Inspect the tubing for plugging and kinks and replace the tubing as need-
ed. Reinstall the capillary assembly, but leave the screws 1/4 turn loose.
6. In this step, you will need to observe water flowing to the drain. If the drain flow is not visible
with the current tubing connections, install a temporary drain tube in the waste port of the man-
ifold. Turn on the supply valve. When water is seen flowing to the drain, carefully loosen the
capillary tube assembly retaining screws until the flow to the drain increases.
NOTICE When the assembly is about 3/16” out of the manifold, the o-ring seal for
the capillary tube is bypassed, but there should be no external leaks.
7. Rinse the manifold assembly for five minutes or until no chlorine is detected in the water passing
to the drain. Tighten the capillary assembly retaining screws.
8. Check the performance of the system according to the procedure outlined in the “Performance
Check” on page 4. Replace the RO membrane if necessary.
9. Instruct the customer to discard the first glassful of water from the system to flush out any resid-
ual chlorine that might remain in the polishing filter tubing and faucet. The polishing filter will
remove any chlorine remaining in the storage tank.
10. Record your service on the chart on page 12.
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Parts List
3
1
6
9
11
10
2
4
5
8
7
Item Description Part Number
1 Mounting Bracket 01004081
2 Faucet - Chrome 01018401
Faucet - White 01018402
Faucet - Chrome w/ Light 01018468
Faucet - White w/ Light 01018469
3 Polishing Filter GAC, 10 Pack P1004291
Polishing Filter GAC, 50 Pack 01007468
Polishing Filter Block, 10 Pack 01014612
Polishing Filter Block, 50 Pack 01014613
4 Plastic Ball Valve 01004550
5 Storage Tank - Std. 01005095
Storage Tank - Medium 01004776
Storage Tank - Large 01004765
6 Screw, #10.9 x .625” Pan Head Phil., 25 Pack P0401016
7 Sediment Filter, 10 Pack 01000120
Sediment Filter, 50 Pack 00402809
8 Capillary Assembly 01009025
9 Reverse Osmosis Membrane Element AC-30 Non-Nitrate, 25 Pack 01007408
Reverse Osmosis Membrane Element AC-30 Non-Nitrate, 10 Pack 01007409
10 Drain Adapter Assembly, 10 Pack P1004292
11 Activated Carbon Filter, 12 Pack P1012580
Activated Carbon Filter, 50 Pack 01012600
*
Service Kit (contains a Sediment Filter, an Activated Carbon Filter, a RO Membrane, a Polishing Filter
GAC and a Capillary Assembly)
01007411
* Service Kit (contains a Sediment Filter, an Activated Carbon Filter and a Polishing Filter Block) 01021561
* Icemaker Tee -3/8 x 3/8 x 1/4, 10 Pack P1004728
* Tubing, Blue - 1/4” O.D. 00402184
* Tubing, Blue - 3/8” O.D. 01000287
* Good Water Sentry Monitor 01019619
* Aqua-Cleer Booster Pump 01009334
* Not Illustrated
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Culligan
®
Good Water
Machine
®
Service Log
Model: Serial No.:
Date Installed: For Service Call Culligan At: ( )
Date
Serviced
Filter(s) Changed
Sanitized
Particulate
Filter
Activated
Carbon Filter
RO Membrane
Filter
Polishing
Filter
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Performance
Data Sheet
Important Notice: Read this Performance Data Sheet and compare the capabilities of the unit with your
actual water treatment needs. Culligan recommends that you have your water supply tested to determine
these needs before purchasing a water treatment unit.
Culligan knows the more informed you are about your water treatment systems, the more confident you
will be about its performance. It’s because of this and more than seventy years of commitment to customer
satisfaction that Culligan is providing this Performance Data Sheet to its customers.
Manufacturer: Culligan International Company,
9399 W. Higgins Rd, Suite 1100, Rosemont, IL 60018 USA
(847) 430-2800
www.culligan.com
Product: Culligan Good Water Machine Reverse Osmosis Drinking Water System
MODELS: • AC-30 • AC-30 Plus
AC-30M AC-30M Plus
AC-30L AC-30L Plus
Use Guidelines
Working Pressure: 40-120 psig (280-827 kPa)
Do not allow exposure to temperatures below 33°F (1°C)
Maximum operating temperature: 100°F (38°C)
This system must be installed according to local plumbing codes on the cold water line.
This system requires regular replacement of all filters to maintain proper operation. Depending
on usage and influent water quality, the carbon and particulate filters should be changed at least
annually and the reverse osmosis membrane should be replaced every 3-5 years. Varying chlorine,
sediment or TDS levels may affect replacement frequency.
MSRP
Particulate Prefilter Element.....................00-4015-38...............................................30.00
Activated Carbon Prefilter Element..........01-0125-80................................................40.00
Activated Carbon Postfilter Element.........01-0042-91................................................20.00
RO membrane......................................01-0074-02................................................95.00
If water production decreases or a noticeable taste change occurs, contact your local Culligan
Dealer. A Culligan professional can determine if your drinking water system requires servicing.
Optional water quality monitors are also available to monitor the performance of the reverse osmo-
sis membrane.
Caution! Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without
adequate disinfection before or after the system.
The Good Water Sentry Water Quality Monitor is another way to keep track of your systems per-
formance. This optional accessory checks your drinking water each time you use the special faucet,
and signals when the membrane filter may need to be replaced.
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These systems have been tested and certified by WQA according to NSF/ANSI 372, and CSA
B483.1, and NSF/ANSI Standard 58 for the 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 water leaving the system, as
specified in NSF/ANSI 58.
Substance Removal
1
Substance Influent
Challenge
Concentration
(mg/L)
Max. Permissible
Product Water
Concentration
(mg/L)
Minimum
Percent
Removal
Average
Percent
Removal
Barium 10.0 +/- 10% 2.0 89.10% 95.20%
Cadmium 0.03 +/- 10% 0.005 92.20% 99.20%
Hexavalent Chromium 0.30 +/- 10% 0.1
67.90% 75.10%
Trivalent Chromium 0.30 +/- 10% 0.1 94.70% 98.60%
Copper 3.00 +/- 10% 1.3 85.30% 85.30%
Lead 0.15 +/- 10% 0.010 93.50% 98.40%
Radium 226/228
2
25 pCi/L +/- 10% 5 pCi/L 89.10% 95.20%
Selenium 0.10 +-/10% 0.05 79.90% 91.90%
1
While testing was performed under standard laboratory conditions, actual performance may vary de-
pending on water pressures, temperatures, and other substances which may be found in your water.
2
Based upon testing methods using Barium as a surrogate. All concentrations in pCi/L: Pico curies per
liter.
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Output (Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) Reduction and Output Production)
1
Tank Size 2 Gallon 3 Gallon 9 Gallon
Product system daily prod. rate to pressur-
ized storage tank
14.5 gpd (54.8 L) 14.5 gpd (54.8 L) 14.5 gpd (54.8 L)
Prod. rate w/o storage tank to atmosphere 30 gpd 30 gpd 30 gpd
Efficiency rating
2
17.9% 17.9% 17.9%
Recovery rating
3
30.8% 30.8% 30.8%
Influent challenge concentration (mg/L) 750 +/- 40 mg/L 750 +/- 40 mg/L 750 +/- 40 mg/L
Max. permissible product water concentra-
tion (mg/L)
187 187 187
Minimum percent removal 76.6% 76.6% 76.6%
Average percent removal 81.6% 81.6% 81.6%
1
This is a factory specification for membrane production. Actual production rate and TDS rejection will
depend on temperature, water pressure, TDS level, membrane variation and usage pattern.
2
Efficiency rating means the percentage of the influent water to the system that is available to the user as
reverse osmosis treated water under operating conditions that approximate typical daily usage.
3
Recovery rating means the percentage of the influent water to the membrane portion of the system that is
available to the user as reverse osmosis treated water when the system is operated without a storage tank
or when the storage tank is bypassed.
Testing Conditions (Complete Systems)
Temperature: 77° F ± 2° F pH: 7.5 ± 0.5
Pressure: 50 psi Turbidity: < 1 NTU
This system has been tested and shown to operate at its calculated recovery rating under standard test conditions.
Dimensions
Filter Assembly 7.5” W x 3” D x 16.5” H (20 cm W x 8 cm D x 42 cm H)
Storage Tank Standard 9” Diameter x 15” H (23 cm Diameter x 38 cm H)
Medium 11” Diameter x 15” H (28 cm Diameter x 38 cm H)
Large 15.5” Diameter x 22” H (40 cm Diameter x 56 cm H)
The Good Water Machine models listed above have been tested and certified by WQA ac-
cording to NSF/ANSI 372, and CSA B483.1, and NSF/ANSI Standard 58 for the effective reduc-
tion of TDS, Barium, Cadmium, Hexavalent and Trivalent Chromium, Lead, Radium 226/228,
Copper and Selenium as verified and substantiated by test data. 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 water leaving the system as specified in NSF/ANSI 58.
Refer to your Installation and Operating Instructions and printed limited Warranties for more specific product
information. To avoid contamination from improper handling and installation, your system should only be
installed and serviced by your Culligan Man. Performance will vary based on local water conditions. The sub-
stances reduced by this system are not necessarily in your water.
NOTE To maintain product certification and ensure uniform performance, the product is retested on a
consistent basis.
NOTE The system must be installed and maintained according to the manufacturer’s recommendations,
including replacement of filter cartridges. Please see the product installation manual (P/N
01018588) for more details.
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Table 2. Influent Water Characteristic
Pressure 40 - 120 psi (280 - 827 kPa)
Temperature 33 - 100°F (1 - 38°C)
Total Dissolved Solids (TDS)
1
0 - 2500 ppm ( 0 - 2500 mg/L)
pH 5 - 10
Chlorine
2
0 - 3 ppm ( 0 - 3 mg/L)
Chloramine 0 - 3 ppm ( 0 - 3 mg/L)
Turbidity 0 - 10 NTU
Hardness
3
0 - 10 gpg
Iron 0 - 1 ppm (0 - 1 mg/L)
Bacterial Quality Potable
1
See the Technical Manual (P/N 01018587) for all applications where TDS exceeds 1000 ppm (1000
mg/L). A booster pump is strongly recommended.
2
The reverse osmosis membrane filter used in this system may be damaged by chlorine. This system
includes activated carbon which protects this element by reducing chlorine. Influent chlorine should not
exceed 3 mg/L.
3
A softener is strongly recommended for water over 10 gpg.
Application Guidelines
The Good Water Machine is designed for use on potable water supplies meeting the guidelines outlined
in Table 2. The system should be installed on your home’s cold water line. The flushing stream should
discharge through an approved siphon break as illustrated in Figure 1 on page 6. Installation of this
system must comply with state and local laws and regulations.
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®
AC-30 Model Series
You have just purchased one of the finest drinking water systems made. As an expression of our con-
fidence in Culligan products, your drinking water system is warranted to the original end-user, when
installed in accordance with Culligan International Company specifications, against defects in material
and workmanship from the date of original installation, as follows:
For the LIFETIME of the
original end-user
The entire reverse osmosis water conditioning unit, EXCLUDING THE
EXPENDABLE FILTER CARTRIDGES AND REVERSE OSMOSIS
MEMBRANE FILTER USED IN THE UNIT.
For a period of ONE YEAR The Culligan brand reverse osmosis membrane filter.
If a part described above is found defective within the specified period, you should notify your inde-
pendently operated Culligan dealer and arrange a time during normal business hours for the dealer to
inspect the drinking water system on your premises. Any part found defective within the terms of this war-
ranty will be repaired or replaced by the dealer. You pay only freight from our factory and local dealer
charges.
Damage caused by accident, fire, flood, freezing, Act of God, misuse, misapplication, neglect, alteration,
installation or operation contrary to our printed instructions, or by the use of accessories or components
which do not meet Culligan specifications, is not covered by this warranty.
Our product performance specifications are furnished with each drinking water system. TO THE EX-
TENT PERMITTED BY LAW, CULLIGAN DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING, WITHOUT
LIMITATION, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE; TO THE
EXTENT REQUIRED BY LAW, ANY SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE
ONE-YEAR PERIOD SPECIFIED ABOVE FOR THE PARTS DESCRIBED IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. As
manufacturer, we do not know the characteristics of your water supply or the purpose for which you are
purchasing a drinking water system. Please understand that the quality of water supplies may vary season-
ally or over a period of time, and that your water usage rate may vary as well. Water characteristics can
also change considerably if your drinking water system is moved to a new location. For these reasons, we
assume no liability for the determination of the proper equipment necessary to meet your requirements,
and we do not authorize others to assume such obligations for us. Further, we assume no liability and
extend no warranties, express or implied, for the use of this product on a non-potable water source. OUR
OBLIGATIONS UNDER THIS WARRANTY ARE LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE
FAILED PARTS OF THE DRINKING WATER SYSTEM, AND WE ASSUME NO LIABILITY WHATSOEVER
FOR DIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, GENERAL, OR OTHER DAMAGES, WHETHER
FROM CORROSION OR OTHER CAUSES.
CONSUMERS:
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may
not apply to you. Similarly, some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damag-
es, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights,
and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Consult your telephone directory for
your local independently-operated Culligan dealer, or write Culligan International Company, for warranty
and service information.
Culligan International Company
9399 W. Higgins Road, Suite 1100
Rosemont, Illinois 60018
www.culligan.com
Culligan Lifetime
Limited Warranty
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