Bodyguard Whole House

Chemical Removal Filter

117-BGS-XXX
Table of Contents
Unpacking and Inspection ......................................................................................... 3
Safety Guide ...................................................................................................... 3
Proper Installation .............................................................................................. 3
Specifications ............................................................................................................ 4
System Dimensions .................................................................................................. 5
Plumbing View ........................................................................................................... 7
Installation ................................................................................................................. 8
Maintenance Schedule ............................................................................................ 17
Warranty .................................................................................................................. 18

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Unpacking and Inspection

Be sure to check the entire unit for any shipping damage or lost parts. Also note damage
to the shipping cartons. Contact US Water Systems at 1-800-608-8792 to report any
shipping damage within 24 hours of delivery. Claims made after 24 hours may not be
honored. Small parts, needed to install the unit, will be in a parts bag. To avoid loss of the
small parts, keep them in the parts bag until you are ready to use them.

Safety Guide
• Check and comply with your provincial / state and local codes. You must follow these
guidelines
• Use care when handling the system. Do not turn upside down, drop, drag, or set on
sharp protrusions
• WARNING: This system does not remove biological contaminants. US Water Systems
recommends that bacteria levels be checked periodically to ensure there is no bacteria
present. Coliform and E.coli most importantly.

Proper Installation
This water system must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installa-
tion Instructions before it is used or the warranty will be void.

• DO NOT install or store where it will be • System must be operated in a vertical

exposed to temperatures below freezing position. Do not lay it down during opera-
or exposed to any type of weather. Water tion.
freezing in the system will break it. Do • Place the system on a smooth, level sur-
not attempt to treat water over 100°F face. Because the system operates in an
• DO NOT install in direct sunlight. Exces- UP-Flow, fluidized bed mode, having a
sive sun or heat may cause distortion or level surface is more important than with
other damage to non-metallic parts. a softener or media filter.
• MAXIMUM allowable inlet water pressure • A bypass valve should be installed on
is 100 psi. If daytime pressure is over 80 every system to facilitate installation and
psi, night time pressure may exceed the service.
maximum. Use a pressure reducing valve • Observe all local plumbing and building
to reduce the pressure. codes when installing the system.

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Specifications

Please review operating pressures, temperatures and water chemistry limitations to en-
sure compatibility.

Specifications BGS-10 BGS-15 BGS-20

Tank Size 9" x 48" 10" x 54" 12" x 52"
Plumbing Connections 1" MNPT
Gravel Quantity - Pounds 3 4 5
KDF 55 - Pounds 3 4 5
GAC Carbon - Cubic Feet 0.33 0.5 0.66
Catalytic Carbon - Cubic Feet 0.33 0.5 0.66
Maximum Flow Rate 10 GPM 15 GPM 20 GPM
Continuous Flow Rate 8 GPM 12 GPM 16 GPM
Approximate Flow Rate @ 15 PSI Pressure Drop 8 GPM 12 GPM 16 GPM
Approximate Flow Rate @ 25 PSI Pressure Drop 10 GPM 15 GPM 20 GPM
Dry Weight (lbs) 40 47 65
Service Weight (lbs) 90 115 175
Pre-Filter Size 4.5" x 20" / 5 Micron
Pre-Filter Part Number 361-USP-MF-4520-05-222
Electrical Requirements No Electricity Needed
Water Pressure Min. 20 - Max 125 PSI
Temperature 40°F - 110°F
pH 6.5 - 8.5
Chlorine < 3 mg/L
Ferrous Iron, Max* 0.3 mg/L

Due to the unique properties of this product, there are some requirements for using this
product in conjunction with other filtration or forms of water treatment.

• Do not inject phosphate, sequesterant or any other anti-scalant before this product.
• Iron or other "blinding" contaminants should be removed prior to this product.
• Do not use the Bodyguard filter on water with chlorine concentrations higher than 3
mg/L (ppm)

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System Dimensions

Dimensions BGS-10 BGS-15 BGS-20

A 9" 10" 12"
B 52.5" 58.5" 56.5"

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 A B C D E F G H
28.25" 6" 5.625" 4.625" 7.25" 4.5" 3" 3"

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Plumbing View

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Installation

1. Remove the tank from the shipping carton.

2. Verify the riser tube is centered in the bottom of the tank. There is an indentation in
the bottom of the tank that will allow the distributor tube to be centered. A flashlight
may be needed to verify the tube is in the center of the tank.

3. Ensure that the supplied clear, plastic cap is installed on the distributor tube. No
media should enter this tube.

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4. Use the Blue Funnel provided to pour the media into the tank. The order the media is
poured in is important. Begin by pouring the media labeled as Quartz Gravel into the
bottom of the tank. Pour it evenly around the hole to ensure it is well distributed in
the tank and pour slow enough to keep from plugging the hole. Then proceed to pour
the media labeled KDF, followed by the granular activated carbon media and finally
the catalytic carbon media . A helper may be needed to hold the funnel during the
filling process.
NOTE: It is recommended that a dust mask and safety goggles be worn to prevent
possible injury.

5. When media is installed, move the tank side to side to settle the media. Remove the
funnel and cap from the distributor tube.
6. If possible, pour enough water to cover the media inside the tank and allow it to soak
for 30 minutes.

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7. Lubricate the inner and outer O-ring of the in/out head. Install the upper basket on
the bottom of the head by lining up the tabs then turning the basket clockwise to lock
it in place.

8. Place the upper basket over the distributor tube and push the head on the tank.
Thread the head on the tank by turning it clockwise. Be sure not to cross-thread the
head on the tank. DO NOT use tools to tighten. Hand tight is sufficient.

9. Place the filter tank in the desired location. Typically this is at the water inlet of the
home.

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10. Lubricate the O-rings on the supplied bypass with silicone grease. Then proceed to
apply a small amount of grease to the inside of the in/out head. Install the bypass
on the tank and begin to tighten the retaining nuts. Once they have been partially
tightened, push the bypass into the in/out head to fully seat the o-rings. Proceed to
tighten the bypass retaining rings until tight. The bypass will move slightly once
tight. It is made to flex and move and will not be rigid. Be sure the O-rings
are lubricated on the elbow connectors. Install the elbows in the bypass valve and
tighten the retaining nuts.

11. Shut off the main water supply feeding the house and open a faucet to drain the
water from the system.

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12. Prepare the filter housing by mounting the housing to the bracket using the supplied
screws, orienting the housing to match the applications desired flow direction. Be
sure to use the supplied washers.

13. Level the filter housing and install wall fasteners (not included) to secure the filter
housing to the wall. If this is to be mounted to a studded wall, a mounting board
can be used. A shelf board or plywood can be mounted to the studs then the filter
housing can be screwed to the plywood or shelf board.

BE SURE to use fasteners compatible with the wall material. The filter needs to
be secured to studs or a backing board. It will be very heavy once it is filled
with water.

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14. Connect the Cold Water supply to the "IN" port of the pre-filter.

15. Remove the sump from the filter housing. Remove the wrapping from the 5 micron
pre-filter and lubricate the double O-ring seal on the top of the filter. Lubricate the
O-ring on the filter housing sump as well as the Sump Threads. This will make the
sump easier to remove when replacing the filter.

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16. Push the filter into the wall mounted housing. Make sure it is completely seated in
the housing. Install the sump and tighten it hand tight.

17. Proceed to connect the outlet of the filter sump to the inlet (marked Upflow Inlet) of
the Bodyguard Filter.

NOTE: The BodyGuard Whole House Chemical Removal Filter system operates in
the UPFLOW mode which is the opposite of a conventional water softener or water
filter.

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18. Thread tape the provided garden hose fitting and insert it into the smaller port of the
provided reducing coupling. Tighten the fitting hand tight. Then proceed to tighten it
further with an adjustable wrench.

19. Thread tape the outlet fitting of the system (Marked Downflow Inlet) and attach the
open port of the reducing coupling. Connect a garden hose to the fitting and run it to
a bucket or drain nearby. Place the Upflow inlet handle in the service position. Place
the Downflow inlet handle in the bypass position. Rotate the Downflow inlet handle
back open 5-10 degrees. This will allow air to flow for a better flushing process.

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20. Slowly open the main supply valve (user supplied) to the system. Allow the tank to fill
with water. When a trickle of water is coming out of the outlet, shut the Bypass outlet
and let the system sit for 30 minutes to allow the media to soak. This will allow for a
better initial flush. Once 30 minutes have passed, slowly turn the outlet handle back
open 5 to 10 degrees. When a steady stream of water comes out of the outlet port
and is running clear, close the outlet of the system by putting it into Bypass.
NOTE: The water may have a black tint until the carbon filter is flushed. This is
normal.
21. Once the system is flushed and the outlet is in Bypass, let the system sit for 5
minutes to pressurize. Then proceed to check for leaks on the system and the inlet
plumbing.
22. Once the system has been checked for leaks, remove the flushing fittings and con-
nect the Outlet (marked Downflow Inlet) of the tank to the cold water supply feeding
the rest of the home. Open a faucet downstream of the system and slowly turn the
Downflow Inlet handle on the bypass to Service.
23. Check for leaks. Repair as needed.
24. The system is now ready for service.

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Maintenance Schedule

Media Pack Replace every 5 - 7 Years

(600-BGS10-REBED) 9" x 48" 10 GPM

(600-BGS15-REBED) 10" x 54" 15 GPM

(600-BGS20-REBED) 12" x 52" 20 GPM

4.5" x 20" Magna Cartridge Replace every 6 - 12 months or as needed.

(361-USP-MF-4520-05)

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Warranty

For the lifetime of the original purchaser, at These warranties are in lieu of all other
the original residential place of installation warranties expressed. or implied, and we
of this Bodyguard Upflow System, US WA- do not authorize any person to assume for
TER SYSTEMS, INC. warrants the follow- us any other obligation on the sale of this
ing: water conditioner. No responsibility is as-
sumed for delays or failure to meet these
LIFETIME COVERAGE: Media Tank - warranties caused by strike, government
Free of all costs to you except transporta- regulations or other circumstances beyond
tion and labor charges, we warrant that we the control of US WATER SYSTEMS, INC.
will replace or repair the fiberglass media
tank and the control valve body, if for any To obtain warranty service, call or
reason it is found to be defective, because write: US WATER SYSTEMS, INC. 1209
of faulty materials or workmanship. Country Club Road Indianapolis, IN 46234
(800) 608-USWA.
LIFETIME COVERAGE: Head Assembly -
We warrant that, for life from the date of ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF FITNESS
purchase, we will replace the head assem- OR MERCHANTABILITY ARE LIMITED TO
bly at no charge to you except for transpor- THE TERMS OF THIS EXPRESSED WAR-
tation and standard labor charges. RANTY AND THERE ARE NO WARRAN-
TIES WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THOSE
5 YEAR WARRANTY: Media Warranty HEREIN. US WATER SHALL NOT BE
- We warranty that from the date of pur- LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CON-
chase, we will warranty the media in the SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
Bodyguard for five (5) years, inclusive of
shipping or transportation charges. Some states do not allow the exclusion
or limitations of incidental or consequential
GENERAL PROVISIONS - This warranty damages so the above limitation may not
does not apply to any commercial or indus- apply to you. This warranty gives you spe-
trial installations or to any part of the wa- cific legal rights, and you may also have
ter conditioner which has been subjected other rights which vary from state to state.
to misuse, neglect, alteration or accident;
or to any damage caused by fire, flood, THIS WARRANTY MAY BE TRANSFER-
freezing, Acts of God, or any other casualty, RED TO A SUBSEQUENT OWNER WITH
or if the original serial numbers have been WRITTEN APPROVAL OF US WATER
removed. Fouling or damage to the media AND PAYMENT OF STANDARD TRANS-
caused by iron, sulfur, bacterial iron, silt, FER FEE.
sand, tannins, organics, bacteria, hot water
or chlorine voids the warranty on media.

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