How to Replace an Elkay EZH20 Filter with Neo Pure NP-EWS

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1 How to Replace an Elkay EZH20 Filter with Neo Pure NP-EWS Here is a step-by-step guide to replacing Neo Pure NP-EWS/Elkay EZH20 filter. Step 1: Determine when filter needs to be changed A common question that arises when it comes to filters is how often a replacement should be installed. Changing the filter is all part of basic Elkay EZH20 maintenance. Within the EZH2O family, each filling station has three colored lights that indicate each stage of the filter s life cycle. Think of each of the indicator lights as your water filter s traffic light; when the light is green, go right ahead and enjoy your purified water. When the light changes to yellow, the water will still be safe to drink but you should keep in mind that the filter has only 10% life left. Finally, at red, it's time to pump the brakes and replace the filter. ** NOTE** - Elkay s Enhanced Model Series (LZS Models Only) will not disperse water once the filter light indicator has turned red. This model was introduced in 2015, ALL Elkay models installed prior to 2015 do not require RFID chipped water filters.

2 Step 2: Remove Cooler Base Panel (Shroud) After you ve determined Elkay EZH20 filter replacement is necessary, begin by removing the panel at the base of the fountain, otherwise known as the shroud. This can be done with a manual screwdriver to remove the four flat head screws under the filler that secure the shroud to the base. **NOTE** For bi-level filling stations, such as this Elkay LZSTL8WSLP, the filter s position can be slightly different from a single filler station. Both fillers use the same filter but the filter itself can be housed at the base of either cooler. Unless you are certain where the filter is located, you may need to remove both shrouds to find it. Once you locate the filter, the process for switching it out is the same as a single filler station.

3 Step 3: Shut off flow from water source With the shroud removed, you should have full access to the inside of the cooler. The filler s anatomy should include some type of piping or valve that connects to the wall behind the filler. This indicates the filler s water source. To remove the filter, you ll need to first shut this source off to prevent any messy slip-ups. This should only require a simple counter-clockwise turn but if it proves more difficult, you may need to contact whoever originally installed the filler. Step 4: Locate and replace filter After the water is shut off, you ll be ready to remove the old filter. This filter can be found at the far-left side of the filler and should look somewhat like a ¼ gallon milk container. The only exception to this can sometimes be found in the bi-level filters, as mentioned above. To remove the original Elkay EZH20 filter, grab the top of the filter, closest to the filler, and give it a firm twist counterclockwise. This should loosen the filter from the filler and allow you to fully remove it. Remove the filter carefully, as it will likely contain slimy residue. Dispose of the filter appropriately. With the older filter removed, you ll now be able to replace the filter with a new one. Nearly all EZH20 models use an NP-EWS/ Elkay 51300C Replacement filter. The only exception to this is the LMASMB Elkay Battery which uses a 56192C

4 filter. For your convenience, you can purchase these 56192C filters at After unpacking the new NP-EWS replacement Filter, remove the filter s red top. Make sure to keep the now open portion facing up. Next, take the opened filter and push it up and into the filter housing space where you removed the old filter. Once inside, begin to move the filter into place by twisting it clockwise until the filter is securely fastened. You ll know the filter is in place when the label is visible, meaning that it faces out as opposed to facing the wall. If this is not the case, turn the filter around 180 so that you are able to see the label. Step 5: Test the waters When the filter is in place, turn the filler s water source back on. Then, before reaffixing the shroud to the base, run about two gallons of water through the filler s tap to activate the new filter. Sometimes, water pressure may cause an irregular flow. This is nothing to worry about and should normalize on its own.

5 Step 6: Wrap it up After running enough water through the filler s spout, re-attach the shroud to the base of the filler, screwing it back into place. Note: If an older Elkay model, you will likely have to follow up the Elkay EZH20 filter replacement process by manually resetting both the bottle counter and filter indicator light. This requires that you remove the head panel of the bottle filler (this is the flat, plastic portion directly above the filling area that covers the inside of the filler s upper portion). Using a manual screwdriver, remove the two screws located on either side of the head panel. Once unfastened, lift panel up to expose the inside of the fountain. There, you should be able to see a small grey box on the right-hand side of the filler. On this box, there is a small button. This button is responsible for adjusting the visual components of the filler such as the bottle counter and filter indicator lights. By pushing the button for two seconds, you ll notice that the front display will change. When the display reaches RST FLTR, push the button again. When you see FLTR =, press the button one more time so the display reads FLTR=0. This should automatically change the filter indicator light from red to green. Assuming you would also like to reset the bottle counter, press the button down again until the display reads "RST BCNT". Push the button again to display the current bottle count number, for example BC , and then depress the button once more to zero-out the bottle counter, resetting it. Your bottle filler is now reset! Just reattach the head panel and screw it back into place.

6 And that s all there is to it! Your Elkay EZH20 filter replacement is complete. That wasn t so bad, was it? Now that you ve changed an Elkay filter once, you ll complete all future Elkay EZH20 filter replacements with ease. But, if you do run into any issues with Elkay EZH20 maintenance or have any questions, don t hesitate to contact us for any clarification. Happy filtering! Fresh Water Systems ***NOTE*** Counter keeps track of disposable plastic bottles, to calculate actual gallons used, take meter count and divide by 8. New filter life: Elkay EWF3000 (3,000 Gals) meter 24,000 bottles saved, NP-EWS (4,200 Gals) meter 33,600 bottles saved.

7 GUIDE: How to Navigate Elkay EZH20 Specs When it comes to installing, maintaining, or troubleshooting an Elkay EZH20, it is critical to know the correct name for the parts in your water bottle filling station. The first time you encounter an Elkay EZH20 spec sheet, all the industry jargon can be extremely overwhelming. However, in this guide, we ll help you break through the confusing terminology and translate your Elkay EZH20 spec sheet into easy to understand definitions.

8 Filter Indicator Light: Definition: Indicates when the filter needs to be changed Alternative names: Traffic light Bottle Filler: Definition: Upper portion of the bottle filling station. This is what disperses water into a reusable bottle. Alternative names: Tower Gasket: Definition: Seals the water line between the water cooler and bottle filler Alternative names: bottle filler gasket Water Cooler: Definition: Bottom portion of the bottle filling station containing the filter (if applicable) and compressor (also known as refrigeration or chiller). Alternative names: Cooler body, cooler, fountain Bottle Count Display: Definition: Keeps track of how many plastic bottles have been saved through the system s use Aerator: Definition: Tap where water is dispersed into a water bottle

9 Alternative names: Spout Sensor Eye: Definition: Sensor that activates water flow through aerator Alternative names: Activation sensor Bottle Mount: Definition: Area where bottle sits while being filled Alternative names: Filling area Bubbler: Definition: Dispenses water directly into sink basin -- no need for bottle. Alternative names: Spout Sink Basin: Definition: Rounded basin where water from bubbler and aerator drains Alternative names: Draining area Push Bar: Definition: Lever on front and both sides of the filler that prompts water flow in bubbler Alternative names: Touchpads, Upper shroud

10 Shroud: Definition: Paneling that wraps around cooler, protecting it Alternative names: Wrapper, Cooler Cabinet Vent: Definition: Spaces on sides that regulate the water cooler s temperature Alternative names: Air vents