Apec Water TOTAL SOLUTION S Series User manual

QUICK SETUP GUIDE
Ver 2.1
S-Series
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Thank you for choosing the APEC Total Solution system.
You now own one of the finest and most complete whole house
water purification systems in the world.
Copyright:
This manual is copyrighted by APEC Inc. Under the copyright laws, this manual may not be reproduced in any form, in whole or
part, without the prior written consent of APEC Inc. Manual print ver. 2.1, 2021 Jul.

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1
2
3
Bypass Valve
1” Quick
Connect
Brass Sweat
Adapter Kit
Elbow
Solvent Kit
Plastic Split
Rings
X 1 X 2
X 2
X 4
X 4
Rubber
Orings
X 4
Bypass Valve
1” Quick
Connect
Brass Sweat
Adapter Kit
Elbow
Solvent Kit
Plastic Split
Rings
X 1 X 2
X 2
X 4
X 4
Rubber
Orings
X 4
Stage 1: WHOLE HOUSE MAX WATER SYSTEM
The Whole-House-Max water filter removes chlorine, chloramines, sediment and odors from the
water throughout your entire home. You will be able to remove allergy causing chemicals, pre-
vent dry sensitive skin and enjoy spa quality water at every faucet. This primary whole house filter
should be installed first, just after the main water valve to treat water at the entry point going into
your home.
Stage 2: Salt-Based Anti-Scale Water Softener
The SALT SOFTENER was designed using the most advanced technologies in the industry to provide
you with truly luxurious soft water throughout your entire home without the hassle, inefficiencies and
costs of traditional water softeners. By properly managing the salt-regeneration cycles, the SOFT-
ENER-30 will save you time, money and trouble through its smart electronics softening process.
Stage 3: REVERSE OSMOSIS DRINKING SYSTEM
APEC’s reverse osmosis system will provide you with unlimited ultra-fresh,
healthy, and great tasting water right at home. You will enjoy the best quality
water for cooking, making coffee, tea and ice while saving money, time, and
hassle of buying bottled water. As the final stage of filtration, the reverse osmosis
(RO) unit should be installed under the kitchen sink separate from the other two
systems. This system provides ultra-pure water only at one source, from a
dedicated faucet (provided) which is mounted on the sink counter.
System Includes:
System Includes:
This is only a basic introduction to the Total Solution System’s features and setup. For complete installation
information, please refer to the installation manual that is provided for each individual system.
Please see RO Manual for list of items it includes in the system.
The Total Solution is a multi-stage system made up of three specialized water purification units which include a Whole
House Max Water System, a Salt-Based Water Softener and a reverse osmosis drinking system. Please read the guide
below to get a basic understanding of the different individual systems in your Total Solution package.
GET TO KNOW YOUR SYSTEM:

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BEFORE INSTALLATION:
Please take the system and all the components out of the box. Inspect the system and all the connection fittings care-
fully, make sure nothing is damaged during shipping. If any part is cracked or broken, please do not proceed with the
installation and contact APEC or your distributor for an exchange or diagnosis.
• Use a licensed plumber to install these products.
• Check with your state and local public works department for plumbing and sanitation codes. You must follow
these guidelines as you install the whole house water filter.
• Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfecting
before or after.
• This water filter system will withstand up to 90 psi water pressure. If your house’s water pressure is higher than
90 psi, install a pressure reducing valve before the system is installed.
• DO NOT install the water filter in an outside location or anywhere it will be exposed to direct sunlight.
• Manufacturer warranty can be voided if the installation requirements above are not met.
For Whole House Max Water Filter & Salt-Based Anti-Scale Water Softener
• Variable speed drill
• Drill bit: 1/4” (for the waste line), 1/8” (as pilot, not mandatory), and 1/2” (for standard faucet hole, air-gap
faucet requires 1&1/4” hole)
• 5/8”, 9/16” open-end wrench, or adjustable wrench, pliers
• Phillips screwdriver
• Utility knife, or scissors
• Teflon Tape
For Reverse Osmosis Drinking Water System(You can install by yourself or by a licensed plumber)
Recommended tools list:
• Operating pressure: 90psi maximum
• Feed water temperature: 40 – 100 ºF (4-37 ºC)
• Do not connect this unit to hot water source
• Install the RO in a sheltered environment, avoid exposure to hot and cold weather or under direct sun light.
• 30 psi minimum of water pressure needed.
Operating Parameter:
To all Appliances
To Kitchen & Drinking Water System
1
3
2To Bathrooms
Water Heater
123
Whole House Max
Water Filter
Salt-Based
Anti-Scale Water Softener
Reverse Osmosis
Drinking Water System
Install at point of entry loca-
tion. Must be installed before
the salt-based water softener
Must be installed after whole
house water systems & before
water heater
Install at point of use location
with dedicated faucet for
purified drinking water
System Placement Guide

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QUICK INSTALLATION DIAGRAM for Whole House Max & Salt-Based Softener
Pre Installation Preparation:
Whole House Max Water Filter & Salt-Based Water Softner
The media in both the Whole house Max water filter & Salt-Based Water Softener does not have to be pre soaked,
however after both system is installed, please manually backflush both units once before use. The head has been
factory pre programmed to regenerate once a week, but you can set the regeneration time to your preference by
adjusting the time & day settings. Please refer to pages 5-6 to manually backflush the unit and general setup.
Determine Installation Location For Installing Both Units:
• An electrical outlet will be required for both the (WTS) Whole House Max System, and Salt-Based Water Softeners
• Do Not install the units with less than 5-10 feet of piping between its outlet and the inlet of the water heater.
• Do Not install the units where the location is subjected to room temperatures under 34 degrees Fahrenheit.
• The tanks should be on a firm, level surface.
• Provided the drain line is not reduced, the drain line for the WTS Max should not exceed 5 feet Vertical. It is
best to use a 1/2” ID (inner diameter) or larger drain line.
Please note: The Control head of the Whole
house max only requires 3 connections. Inlet,
Outlet and Drain Line.
You DO NOT connect the Brine Line. The Brine
line is only used when salt is needed like in a
water softener application.
Drain
line
Out In
Do Not
Use
Brine
line
*
Drain
line
Out In
To
Brine
Tank
Please note: The Control head of the
Salt-Based Water Softeners requires 4
connections. Inlet, Outlet, Brine Line and
Drain Line.
Whole House Max Water Filter
(1st Stage)
Salt-Based Water Softener
(2nd Stage)

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INCOMING WATER SUPPLYOUT GOING WATER TO HOUSE
CONNECT DRAIN LINE
Shut o Valve (Optional)
INPUT
OUTPUT
CONNECT DRAIN LINE
INPUT
OUTPUT
TO BRINE TANK
This is an overview for system installation.
Whole House Max Water Filter
(1st Stage)
Salt-Based Water Softener
(2nd Stage)
SHUTTING OFF WATER TO THE SYSTEM FOR MAINTENANCE
To shut off water to the system, please position arrow handles as shown in the bypass operation diagram below. If
your valve doesn’t look like the diagram below, simply pull up on the RED ARROWS and turn them to match what it is
shown on the below figures.
Normal Operation Bypass Operation
Treated Water Exits Supply Water Enters
Supply Water Exits
Supply Water Enters
Please Set Time of Day on both the Whole House Max & Salt Softener’s Control head once installation is
completed.

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For initial set-up or to make adjust-
ments, please complete the steps
as shown. Access this mode by
pressing SET and for approxi-
mately 3 seconds. The number of
days between regenerations may
need to be varied based on usage
and water conditions. (This step
will not appear if the 7-day clock
option is selected.)
1. Accessed by pressing SET and simultaneously
for about 3 seconds.
2. Set Regeneration Time Hour. Set the time for re-
generation to start. Press SET to go to the next
step.
3. Set Regeneration Time Minutes. Press SET to go to
the next step.
4. Set number of Days between regeneration cycles.
5. Press SET to complete and return to normal opera-
tion.
TO SET TIME OF REGENERATION AND DAYS BETWEEN REGENERATION
SET
SET
SET
SET
Rege
n
Min. Fill
Rege
n
Ti
me
Time
PM
Days
To
Regen
Rege
n
Min. Fill
Rege
n
Ti
me
Time
PM
Days
To
Regen
Rege
n
Min. Fill
Rege
n
Ti
me
Time
PM
Days
To
Regen
SETTING UP TIMER CONTROL VALVE
When the system is operating one
of two displays will be shown: time
of day or days until next regenera-
tion. Pressing or button will
toggle between the two choices.
GENERAL OPERATION
TO SET TIME OF DAY
SET
Regen
Min. Fill
Regen
Ti
me
Time
PM
Days To
Regen
Regen
Min. Fill
Regen
Time
Time
PM
Days
To
Regen
SET
or
Arrow will point to Regen
if a regeneration is
expected “Tonight.”
In the event of a prolonged power
outage, time of day flashes, indi-
cating that it needs to be reset. All
other information will be stored in
memory no matter how long the
power outage. Please complete
the steps as shown to the right.
To access this mode, press “Set.”
SET
Regen
Min. Fill
Regen
Ti
me
Time
PM
Days To
Regen
Regen
Min. Fill
Regen
Ti
me
Time
PM
Days To
Regen
1. Accessed by pressing SET for approximately 3 sec-
onds.
2. Adjust hour with or . With 60 Hz line fre-
quency detection on power-up, timekeeping is 12
hour with PM indicator. With 50 Hz line frequency
detection on power-up, timekeeping is 24 hour
without the PM indicator. Press SET to go to the
next step.
3. Adjust minutes with or .
4. Press SET to complete and return to normal opera-
tion.

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For Immediate Regeneration:
Press and hold and simul-
taneously until valve motor starts
(typically 3 seconds).
MANUAL REGENERATION
NOTE: If you need to initiate
a manual regeneration, either
immediately, or tonight at the
pre programmed time (typically
2 a.m), complete the following
steps.
Arrow will point to Regen if a
regeneration is expected “Tonight.”
SET
Regen
Min. Fill
Regen
Time
Time
PM
Days To
Regen
For Regeneration Tonight:
Press and release and simul-
taneously (notice that arrow points
to Regen).
ERROR MESSAGES
If the display shows “E1,”
“E2,” “E3”, or “E4” (for er-
ror), call a service technician.
SET
Regen
Min. Fill
Regen
Ti
me
Time
PM
Days
To
Regen

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Point A to X: Using the provided Male and Female feed water adapter provided. Connect RO feed water line to
COLD water supply — Red tubing.
Point G to Y: Connect product water from 5th-stage filter to tank — Yellow tubing. This tubing is a 2-way line,
Product water enters and leaves the tank via this line.
Point H to Z: Connect product water from 5th-stage output to RO faucet — Clear tubing.
Drain line to W: Connect drain water from 4th-stage membrane to drain outlet — Black tubing.
Please Note: The diagram below is for our Non Pump RO-45 and RO-Hi. If you are installing the RO Perm or
RO Pump, please refer to the diagram in the addendum.*
There are 4 main connections:
SYSTEM INSTALLATION: RO (Reverse Osmosis) Drinking Water System
*The quick setup guide should only be used as a summary. Please refer to the manual that
is included with each individual unit for proper installation.

Please refer to individual system manual for warranty coverage and details.
WARRANTY POLICY

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City of Industry, CA 91789
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