Echo Pure | Whole Home Filtration System Installation and Operation Manual

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About The Echo Pure

The Echo Pure System puts you in control of your water. Choose the contaminant reduction that fits your home’s specific needs, with high-capacity filtration options designed for powerful, long-lasting performance.

Available in many different micron models (from .5 to 20 microns), Echo Pure allows you to customize your level of filtration — whether you’re targeting fine particulate and chemical reduction or broader sediment protection.

Engineered with advanced filtration technology, the system maximizes contaminant removal without compromising water pressure. Its lightweight design makes installation simple, while the long-lasting filter media reduces the need for frequent replacements and ongoing maintenance.

Built for Performance & Safety

✔ High-performance carbon with durable polyethylene outer wrap
✔ NSF 61 Certified coconut shell carbon
✔ Constructed with FDA-approved materials
✔ California Proposition 65 compliant
✔ Minimal pressure drop for strong, consistent water flow

Echo Pure delivers clean, reliable water throughout your entire home — combining customization, efficiency, and premium materials into one streamlined system.

Materials

Material safety and quality are something we take very seriously.

Tank Material: Fiberglass
Our tanks are made from high-purity polyethylene liners, which ensure the water stays clean and uncontaminated. These liners are wrapped in a fiberglass outer layer that provides added structural protection. The entire tank is tested to rigorous NSF-61 standards for physical integrity, chemical resistance, and to ensure no leaching of harmful substances into the water. All of our tanks are proudly manufactured in the USA to meet high international standards—we're genuinely proud of their quality and construction.

Control Valve, Bypasses, and Fittings: Glass-reinforced NORYL™
These components are made from glass-reinforced NORYL™, a highly durable material commonly used in potable water systems. Like the tanks, these are also tested and certified to NSF-61 standards to ensure they maintain water purity and don’t introduce any contaminants.

You can learn more about the NSF-61 standard here, and additional details can be downloaded directly from NSF if you'd like deeper insights.

Whole Home Filters

🔗Echo Pure | Whole Home Filter Specifications - Read more about the specific filters, when they need to be replaced, benefits and more

Below are the filters included with each system:

• Essential: Chlorine (20-micron) filter
• Pure: 
  • Double Pleated (50/20-micron) filter 
  • + Chloramine (3-micron) chloramine filter
• Premium: 
  • Double Pleated (50/20-micron) filter, 
  • Chlorine (20-micron filter), 
  • and PFAs / Lead (0.5-micron) filter
• Elite: 
  • Double Pleated (50/20-micron) filter, 
  • Chlorine (20-micron filter), 
  • PFAs / Lead (0.5-micron) filter 
  • and Fluoride + Arsenic filter

🔗Echo Pure Whole Home Replacement Filters - Follow this link to Purchase

Dimension Overview

Does my Whole Home need electricity?

Most of our whole home filtration systems do not require electricity to operate. However, if your system includes a water softener or a UV disinfectant unit, those components do need to be plugged into a power source to function properly.

So in short:
✅ Standard filtration = No electricity needed
⚡ Softeners & UV units = Electricity required

Initial Set up

Step 1: Filter Housing Tank Assembly using the Installation Kit:

Content in the Box:

	Part 1: Echo Filtration System / Housing
	Part 2: In/Out Head for 1.050" Riser Pipe
	Part 3: 90 Degree Vertical Elbow with/without machined drain port
	Part 4: Bypass Manifold
	Part 5: 1" MNPT Straight Connector
	Part 6: 1" MNPT 90 Degree Elbow Connector
	Part 7: 3/8" John Guest Drain Valve Kit Assembly with Shut-Off
	Part 8: Top Cover without Electronics

*Not shown in Diagram: Head and Filter Adapter

STEP 1A

• Wrap #7 (Drain Valve Assembly) with three clockwise wraps of Teflon® tape.

• Install/thread #9 (Drain Valve Assembly) into #3.

  • HAND-TIGHTEN ONLY

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STEP 1B

• Connect #3 to #2 on the bottom of Filter Housing #1.

  • The threaded Drain Valve Assembly should be on the inlet side (right side) at the bottom of the tank.

  • HAND-TIGHTEN ONLY

• 

STEP 1C

• Connect #4 (Meter Spacer Assembly) to #3

  • HAND-TIGHTEN ONLY

• 

STEP 1D

• Use either part #5 or #6 for connecting your plumbing to the system

  • HAND-TIGHTEN ONLY

• 

STEP 1E

• Connect 3/8" John Guest plumbing to Drain Valve assembly #7

  • (Not Provided)

Installing the Cartridge

Step 2: Removing the Cap

• You can view a video demonstration here

STEP 2A

• Unseat the snap ring by pushing down on the top cap with both hands.

• Remove the ring by taking the handle and pulling inward, then upward; the ring should slide completely out.

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STEP 2B

• Remove the snap ring on the top of the tank, then remove the top cap from the housing assembly.

• Lift up on the handles to pull the cap out of the top of the tank.

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STEP 3: Filter Preparation

STEP 3A

• Remove the filter cartridge from the packaging.
• Place the cartridge into the tank with the O-ring facing down.
• Align the cartridge with the bottom center opening of the tank.
  • (Note: There’s a small opening in the bottom center of the tank to help with alignment.)
• Press down on the filter cartridge so the O-ring moves down into place.
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STEP 4: Reattach the Cap

STEP 4A

• Once the cartridge is placed in the house
• Place the top cap back into its original location.
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STEP 4B

• Reattach the snap ring.
• Pull up on the cap to lock in the O-rings.
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Replacing the Cartridge

Filter Replacement and Operation Guidelines

• Flushing Requirement: New cartridges must be flushed for at least 10 minutes prior to use.

• Compliance: Installation and operation must comply with all state and local plumbing codes and regulations.

• Water Safety Notice:
  Do not use this system with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without proper disinfection before or after the system.

  • Note: Systems certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected waters that contain filterable cysts.

How To Replace the Cartridge:

• Step 1: Turn off the water supply to the system by shutting off the inlet and outlet valves on the bypass.
• Step 2 (Optional): Install a 3/8" John Guest Tubing hose to the provided fitting and shut-off that connects to the inlet side of the filtration system.
  • Run the hose to a floor drain or bucket and use to drain sediment or to aid in filter removal during change-out.
• Step 3: Depressurize the system by pushing down on the red depressurization button on the top cap of the system
  • Keep the button pushed down until all the air or water pressure is completely released.
• Step 4: Push down the top cap with both hands to unseat the retaining ring.
• Step 5: Remove the retaining ring by carefully grasping the handle and pulling inward, then upward.
  • The retaining ring should slide completely out of the groove.
• Step 6: Remove the top cap of the system by lifting up on the top handles.
  • Remove the old filter.
    Note: The filter adapter (yellow/white in color) may come loose from the bottom connection when removing the filter and should be reinstalled into the bottom connection for proper installation of the new filter.
• Step 7: Open the fitting and shut-off, then flush out the bottom of the system.
• Step 8: Look down into the tank assembly and locate the small opening centered in the bottom of the tank.
• Step 9: Remove packaging from the new filter and place the new cartridge into the tank with the double O-ring facing down.
• Step 10: Position the cartridge so that it is aligned with the bottom center opening.
• Step 11: Press down on the cartridge so that the double O-ring seal moves into place within the bottom center opening.
• Step 12: Reposition the top cap into its original location.
• Step 13: Reattach the top tank snap ring.
  • Pull up on the top cap to seat the O-rings.
• Step 14 (OPTIONAL): Close the 3/8" shut-off valve.
• Step 15: Turn the water supply on and open the inlet and outlet valves on the bypass.
• Step 16: Push down on the red pressurization button on the top cap of the system. 
  • Keep the button pushed down until all air pressure is completely released and water comes out of the red depressurization button.
• Step 17: Release the red depressurization button.
• Step 18: Check for leaks.
• Step 21: Flush the new cartridge per installation instructions to drain.

Filter Replacements

Easy Filter replacements with no tools required

This filter housing uses state-of-the-art snap-ring technology to enable homeowners to easily replace the filter in their filtration system by following a few simply steps

1. Press the Red Pressure relief valve to unseat the ring
2. Remove Snap Ring	3. Lift top cap

Filter Replacement Operating Instructions:

• New cartridges must be flushed for a minimum of 10 minutes prior to use
• System and Installation to comply with state and local laws and regulations
• DO NOT USE with water that is microbiologically unsafe or unknown quality without adequate disinfection before and after the system.

Operating Specifications

Temperature & Pressure Limits

• Highly encourage having a water pressure regulator - you don't want to get to an unsafe high pressure (if you don't have one, you can easily purchase on at home depot)
• We say between 30-75 because we want a minimum for backwash. We often shoot for less because instruments aren’t really accurate and want to make sure stay in a safe range. Most will be in that 50-60 PSI

Electrical Requirements

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  • Power Supply: Grounded and unswitched 115 V outlet

  • Highly encourage having a surge protector for water softener

System Requirements & Connections

• All plumbing must follow local and state plumbing codes.

• The inlet and outlet ports are 1” male NPT threaded connections.

• Use hand-tightening only.
  Do not use tools, lubricants, or unapproved sealants—this will void the warranty.

• Connect the system to cold water only.

Testing & Filter Guidelines

• Testing was performed under standard laboratory conditions; actual performance may vary.

• Flush the system and change the filter as suggested.

• The contaminants or other substances removed or reduced by this water filter are not necessarily in all users’ water.

⚠️ Warnings & Important Notes

⚡ Electrical Grounding in Metal Plumbing Systems

• If this or any other system is installed in a metal (conductive) plumbing system (e.g., copper or galvanized metal),
  the plastic components of the system will interrupt the continuity of the plumbing system.

• As a result, any errant electricity from:

  • Improperly grounded appliances downstream, or

  • Potential galvanic activity in the plumbing system
    can no longer ground through contiguous metal plumbing.

• Some homes may have been built in accordance with building codes that encouraged grounding electrical appliances through the plumbing system.

• Therefore, prior to using your system, you must install one of the following to reestablish electrical continuity:

  • A bypass consisting of the same material as the existing plumbing, or

  • A grounded jumper wire bridging the equipment.

🚫 DO NOT USE:

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  • Extra lubricants

  • Unapproved sealants

  • Tools to tighten hand-tighten only parts

• Use of tools other than hand-tighten only parts voids the warranty.

Recommended Water Chemistry Limits

🔧 Note: Water with a pH > 8 may require pH adjustment for optimal performance. Elevated levels of silica or phosphate may interfere with media function.

Installation of the Filters

Proper Installation Sequence:

Before you begin installation, it’s important to identify the correct water flow direction. When facing the drain ports, the right side is always the incoming water line, and the left side is always the outgoing water line.

System Flow Order by Model

When our Enhanced water softener is purchased, this will actually be the first in line, the rest of the filters will go in the order presented below (highest micron to lowest micron)

Pure | Essential

Incoming Water Line → 20-Micron Carbon Block Filter (inside filter housing) → Water Softener (Pro)→ Water Heater → Main Home Water Line

Pure | Plus

Incoming Water Line → Water Softener (Pro) → 50 Micron/20 Micron Double Pleat Cartridge (inside filter housing) → 3 Micron Carbon Block Filter (inside filter housing) → Water Heater → Main Home Water Line

Pure | Premium

Incoming Water Line → 50 Micron/20 Micron Double Pleat Cartridge → Water Softener (Pro) → 20-Micron Carbon Block Filter (inside filter housing) → 0.5 Micron Carbon Block Filter → Water Heater → Main Home Water Line

Pure | Elite

Incoming Water Line → 50 Micron/20 Micron Double Pleat Cartridge →  Water Softener (pro) → 20- Carbon Block Filter  → 0.5 Micron Carbon Block Filter → Fluoride Filter → UV Disinfectant → Water Heater → Main Home Water Line

Additional Installation Resources

For full setup instructions, please review the appropriate manuals below:

• 2025 Echo Water Softener Owner Manual
• UV Disinfection System Operation and Installation Instructions
  • UV Flow Meter Operation and Installation Instructions

Where to Install:

Installation Overview

Step 1: Choose the Right Location

• Install the system before the main water line reaches your water heater, ideally near where the line enters your home.

• Ensure at least 3 feet of open space above the system to allow for easy cartridge replacements.

Step 2: Prepare the Plumbing before Install

• Turn off the main water supply.

• Open a faucet inside your home to relieve pressure and drain water from the lines.

Step 3: Maintain Electrical Grounding

• If your home has metal plumbing (like copper), ensure grounding is preserved by installing a ground clamp or jumper wire on the cold water line.

Step 4: System Requirements & Connections

• All plumbing must follow local and state plumbing codes.

• The inlet and outlet ports are 1” male NPT threaded connections.

• Use hand-tightening only.
  Do not use tools, lubricants, or unapproved sealants—this will void the warranty.

• Connect the system to cold water only.

⚠️ Important Notes

• If your water conditions exceed the system’s specified limits, filter life may be shortened, and warranty could be void.

• To activate and properly flush the cartridge:

  • Run water through the system at 7 GPM for 60 minutes.

  • Follow all installation flushing instructions closely.

System Startup and Testing

Manual Steps:

1. Secure all fittings by hand—no tools needed.

2. Turn on cold water in a tub to flush any plumbing debris.

3. When water is running clear, Slowly open ONE filter system at a time - don't test all filters simultaneously (easier to identify if one or all are installed properly)

   1. inlet first, then outlet (arrows on valves).

4. Rinse the system for 5 minutes.

5. Observe for:

   • Minor yellow/gray tint = normal (carbon dust)

   • Microbubbles = normal for 1 week

   • Chunks of resin or carbon = BAD → bypass immediately and report

6. Close inlet first, then outlet (arrows on valves).
7. Repeat and test the next system.

Need Help? Contact Support

If you encounter any issues or have questions about your Echo Pure™ Whole Home Filtration System, our dedicated support team is here to assist you. Whether you're experiencing technical difficulties, need replacement parts, or just have a general inquiry, don't hesitate to reach out.

Email Support

Send a detailed description of your issue to: techsupport@echowater.com
Please include:

• Your Order Number

• Photos (if applicable) to help us better understand the issue
  Our team will respond promptly to assist you.

Phone Support

Call Tech Support at: +1 (855) 737-1114
Available: Monday–Friday (Closed weekends & major US Holidays)
Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (MST)

Book Installation Assistance 

You can use the link above to schedule installation assistance with our tech support team, who will guide your plumber through the setup process.

Online Support:

Visit our website at www.echowater.com/support to access FAQs, and troubleshooting guides, and to submit a support request directly. We also offer chat support between 9 AM and 5 PM MST, Monday through Friday.

We are committed to ensuring you have the best experience with your new Echo Pure™ Whole Home Filtration System. Your satisfaction is our top priority!

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