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D-Series Economy Reverse Osmosis Systems
Operating an Installation Manual
System Flow Rate Model Number
10 Gallons Per Day
50 Gallons Per Day
75 Gallons Per Day
100 Gallon Per Day
R 10D1
R 50D1
R 75D1
R 1XD1
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Introduction
Please read this entire service guide prior to beginning installation.
The D-Series economy reverse osmosis water system has been esigne for quick an simple installation an
maintenance. By carefully rea ing this instruction manual an following the operational gui elines you will
ensure a successful installation an reliable operation. Routine maintenance is essential to the longevity an
performance of the system. Filters shoul be change every three to six months epen ing on the quality of
the fee water supply.
Conditions for Operation
Source Water Supply
Community/Private Non-Chlorinate – or chlorinate as long
as the carbon filter is in place an
replace every 6 months.
Membranes will be amage by
chlorine.
System Pressure 40 psi minimum -100 psi maximum
Temperature 4º-38º C (40º-100º F)
Maximum Supply TDS Level 1500 ppm (mg/L)
Turbi ity <1.0 Net Turbi ity (NTU)
Chemical Parameters
Har ness (CaCO3) <175 mg/L (<10 gpg)
Iron (Fe) <0.1 mg/L
Manganese (Mn) <0.05 mg/L
Hy rogen Sulfi e (H2S) 0.00 mg/L
Chlorine (CL2) 0.00 mg/L
Warnings
Only use this system on potable water supplies. Do not use this system where the
water is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality.
Never use hot water or allow the unit to freeze.
Incorrect installation or operation will voi the warranty.
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About Your R System
Stages & Connection Points Installation Diagram
5 Stage Reverse smosis Water System
Stage Description Replacement Schedule
1st Stage Se iment pre-filter Every 3-6 months
2n Stage Carbon block pre-filter Every 3-6 months
3r Stage Carbon block pre-filter Every 3-6 months
4th Stage Reverse osmosis membrane Every 12 months
5th Stage Post carbon filter Every 3-6 months
Connection Location Tubing Color
System Fee (IN) From fee line to port at the entrance of the first filter housing. Blue
Reject Water From the flow restrictor to the rain sa le. Black
Pro uct Water – Tank From the tee on the post-carbon inlet to the tank inlet/outlet Orange
Pro uct Water – Final From the post-carbon outlet to the faucet Yellow
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Preparing For Installation
Check the following list of components to ensure that all parts are packe with your system.
RO System Storage Tank Faucet Kit Fee A apter Kit
Drain Sa le Tank Valve Filter Wrench
Tubing: Blue, Yellow,
Orange & Black
Recommended Tool List:
Have the below tools on han before beginning installation. These are not inclu e with the system.
Variable spee rill with ⅛”, ¼" & 7/16” rill bits
½” an 7/16” open-en wrenches (or a justable)
Phillips screw river
Utility knife
Teflon tape
Check Location:
Determine the location for the installation of the RO system. Avoi locations where the system might come in
contact with hot water pipes or other hazar s.
Determine the location for the faucet. Check to see that rilling the faucet hole will not amage pipes or wires
running un erneath the sink.
Determine the location for the storage tank. A maximum istance from tank to faucet of 15 feet is possible
(a itional tubing will be nee e ). The system will pro uce a faster flow at the faucet with the shortest tubing
run from tank to faucet.
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System Mounting
Determine whether mounting the system to the wall is necessary or esire . This can be optional.
Dry wall anchors an screws may be necessary (not inclu e with the system).
1. Mark screw locations at the esire positions. Use the two holes on the back of the RO System
mounting bracket for marker gui es.
2. Screw the screws into the mounting wall on the marke positions. Use an anchoring evice
appropriate for the type of material you are screwing into.
3. Hang the purification system onto the screws by the holes on the back of the unit.
Fittings and Tu ing:
Compression fittings are use throughout the system. To ensure an optimal seal, tubing shoul be cut with the
en square. An angle cut or istortion of the tubing will not provi e an efficient seal an may cause leaks.
Determine the length of tubing nee e for each connection an cut each segment of tubing to the appropriate
length.
To ensure a secure seal using quick connect fittings:
•Push the tubing into the fitting, to the pipe stop. The collet
(gripper) has teeth which hol the tubing firmly in position while
the 'O' Ring provi es a permanent leak proof seal.
•Check the Seal: Pull on the tubing to check it is secure. It is
goo practice to test the system prior to leaving site an /or
before use.
•To Disconnect: Ensure system is epressurize before
removing fittings. Push in the collet against the face of the
fitting. With the collet hel in this position the tube can be
remove . The fitting can then be re-use .
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Starting Your Installation
1. Shut ff the Water
a. Locate the valve in the col water fee line you use for the supply.
Accidentally hooking up the system to the hot water supply line will permanently
damage the membrane (see conditions for operation). To assure you are using the
cold water line, turn on both the hot and cold faucet. After the water is warm to the
touch, feel the pipes under the sink. It will be easy to identify the hot and cold pipes.
b. Close the col water valve. Turn on the col water faucet only to assure that the line is completely
shut off an the line is raine . If no shut off valve is locate un er the sink, or if water continues to
come out of the faucet, turn off the main supply at the entry to the house.
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Feed Adapter Installation
For this, step, you will need:
oWrench
oTeflon Tape
Feed Adapter Kit Blue Tubing
Slip Joint A apter (with washer) Ball Valve (with nut)
1. Install the ball valve into the slip joint adapter.
Wrap the threa s on the ball valve with Teflon tape, approximately 3
wraps. Screw the ball valve into the slip joint a apter.
2. Install the Supply Feed
Wrap the slip joint a apter with Teflon tape, approximately 3 wraps.
a. Flex Line : Loosen nut an separate col water riser tube
from faucet shank. Gently ben riser rube so that slip joint
fits onto faucet shank. Make sure the flat washer is on top
an the cone washer is on the bottom. Reinstall riser tubes
onto slip joint a apter an tighten.
b. Solid Copper Riser Tube : Same proce ure as flex tubing
except you must cut a piece of the riser tube about ¾” to 1”
so the slip joint a apter can fit between faucet an riser tube
3. Connect the feed line to the ball valve.
Unscrew the nut from the ball valve. Sli e the nut onto the tubing,
threa e si es facing the en of the tubing. Fee the nipple on the
ball valve into the tubing, pushing the tubing until it sli es over the
lip. Sli e the nut to the threa s on the ball valve, an tighten the nut
own over the tubing. Use a wrench to tighten ¼ turn past finger-
tight.
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4. Connect the other en of the blue tubing to the fee port on the RO
System.
Feed alve OPEN Position Feed alve CLOSED Position
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Drain Saddle Installation
For this step you will nee :
oVariable spee rill w/ ⅛” an ¼" rill bits
oPhillips Screw river
Drain Sa le Assembly Black Tubing
1. Drill a ¼” hole in the drain pipe
a. Select a location for the rain hole base on the esign of the plumbing. It shoul be installe
above the trap an on the vertical or horizontal tail piece. Locate the rain connection away from the
garbage isposal to prevent potential contamination an system fouling.
b. Starting with the ⅛” rill bit, rill a ⅛” hole in the rain pipe. Use the ¼” rill bit to enlarge the
hole. Clean the ebris from the pipe an the hole before continuing.
2. Install the drain clamp
a. Remove the black plastic nut from the front of the rain
sa le assembly an set asi e.
b. Place one half of the plastic rain sa le assembly on
each si e of the rain pipe with the fitting, an clamp loosely using
the nuts an bolts inclu e .
c. Align the hole rille in the rain pipe with the hole in the
rain sa le. A rill bit or other long narrow object may be use
to help align correctly.
. Use Phillips screw river to tighten the clamp. Avoi over-
tightening.
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3. Install the drain tubing.
a. Sli e the black nut onto the en of the black plastic tubing,
threa s facing outwar .
b. Insert the en of the black tubing into the fitting on the rain
sa le.
c. Secure the connection by tightening the nut onto the threa e
fitting.
4. Connect to the R System
Connect the other en of the black tubing to the ‘out’ si e of the flow
restrictor on the RO System.
NOTE: Some states require the use of an air gap faucet. Check your local plumbing code to assure
compliance.
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Mounting the Tank Ball Valve & Connecting the Tank
For this step you will nee :
Tank Valve Assembly Storage Tank Orange Tubing
Note: Do not tamper with the air valve on the low si e of the storage tank. It has been factory charge an
covere with a black cap.
1. Locate the in/out port on the front of the tank near the top.
Connect the tank ball valve by threa ing onto the fitting. Do not
over-tighten.
2. Unscrew the nut from the ball valve. Sli e the nut onto the tubing
with the threa e si e facing the en of the tubing. Insert the
tubing insert into the en of the tube. Insert the tubing into the ball
valve an tighten the nut onto the threa s to secure.
3. Connect the other en of the orange tubing to the tee on the inlet
of the post-carbon filter.
Tank Valve in PEN Position Tank Valve in CL SED
Position
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Faucet Installation
For this, step, you will need:
oWrench
oVariable spee rill w/ ⅛” an 7/16” rill bits
Faucet Assembly Kit Yellow Tubing
1. Determine the desired location for your R Faucet
The pro uct water faucet may be installe on any flat surface at least 2” in iameter. Check the un ersi e of
the location for interference. The stan ar faucet that is supplie with the system requires a ½” iameter hole.
The optional air-gap faucet requires a larger hole of ¾” to allow for the a itional tubing connections require .
•Stainless Steel Sinks
Begin by placing a piece of masking tape or uct tape on the etermine location where the hole is to be
rille . Make a small in ent to mark the esire rilling location using a center punch. Drill a pilot hole with
a ⅛” metal rill bit. Enlarge the hole using a ¼” metal rill bit, using factory approve metho or approve
plumbing practice.
•Porcelain/Enamel Sinks or Tile Countertop
Sinks of this type are very easy to amage ue to the nature of the materials of construction. A successful
installation into these sinks requires a knowle geable technician with the proper cutting tools. We strongly
recommen the use of a “Relton” type evice. Follow the irections that accompany the tool carefully.
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2. Faucet Installation
Above the Countertop
1. Small Rubber Washer
2. Metal Faucet Hole Cover
3. Large Rubber Washer
Below the Countertop
4. Plastic Locating Washer
5. Metal Lock Washer
6. Brass Nut
Installed in/on tubing:
7. Plastic Tubing Insert
8. Plastic Ferrule
(recommended)
9. Brass Ferrule (included only
for those who prefer to use
brass instead of plastic)
10. Brass Compression Nut
•Sli e the small rubber washer, then the metal cover, then the large rubber faucet over the mounting
tube onto the faucet base, in that or er so that the small rubber washer is on top.
•Insert the mounting tube into the hole in the sink an position the faucet correctly.
•From un er the sink, install the plastic locating washer followe by the metal lock washer onto the
threa e mounting tube, an secure them with the brass nut. Screw on the brass nut an tighten.
•Fee the brass compression nut onto the yellow tubing, threa e si e facing the en , then fee the
plastic ferrule an install the tubing insert into the en of the tubing. Insert the en of the tubing into the
faucet mounting tube as far as it will go then tighten the nut with a wrench.
Note: Only one ferrule is require . We recommen using the plastic ferrule. The brass ferrule is inclu e
only for those who prefer to use brass instea of the plastic. The unuse ferrule may be iscar e .
Note: Non-Air Gap Faucet – Comes with the system. (Air Gap may be purchase separately - part number H-
T5022.) Some states require the use of an air gap faucet. Check your local plumbing co e to assure
compliance.
Additional Point of Use Connection ( ptional)
Note: To connect an a itional point of use (icemaker, extra faucet, etc.), place an a itional “T” connector
in the ¼” line between the faucet an the RO system. Ensure that all tubing an fittings use for RO pro uct
water are poly material, an not copper. Due to RO pro uct water being very pure, it can leach the minerals
from copper tubing which will cause a metallic taste in the water or ice an cause the copper tubing to evelop
pinhole leaks over time.
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Turning the System On for the First Time
Make sure all water supply / rain lines are secure an free from leaks.
Slowly turn the fee valve counterclockwise until fully open (the han le shoul be in line with the tubing as it
enters the connection). Check the stem seal for leakage. If necessary, tighten stem nut lightly.
Turn storage tank valve one quarter turn counterclockwise to open the valve (the han le shoul be in line with
the tubing as it enters the connection).
Open the pro uct water faucet an let the water flow until all the air has been expelle from the system. This
will take about an hour.
Close the pro uct water faucet. In 30 minutes, check the connections for leaks an correct if necessary.
Do Not Use the First Two Reservoirs of Water
Allow the reservoir to fill for 4-6 hours. Dispense this water to rain. This process
removes the factory installe sanitizing solution from the entire system an sen s it to the
rain. Repeat this process one more time. Allow the tank to fill for 4-6 hours an
ispense this water to the rain. Do not rink this water!
Note: Air bubbles may be present in the pro uct water after initial system startup, causing a milky color in the
water. This is normal an safe to rink. The air bubbles will isappear within a few ays of regular use.
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System Maintenance
Membrane Replacement Instructions
The membrane should be replaced every 1-2 years, depending on the water quality.
Before starting, shut off the col water supply to the unit. Lift the han le on the faucet to rain out the storage
tank completely an allow the system to stan for 10 minutes in or er to fully ecompress the tank. Leave the
faucet open until the membrane change is complete.
1. Unscrew the fitting to the cap of the membrane housing.
2. Using pliers, pull out the ol membrane from the housing.
3. Remove the new membrane from its bag.
4. Insert the membrane in the housing in the same irection as the ol membrane.
5. Push the membrane firmly into the housing until it seats on the far en .
6. Screw the housing cap back on, making sure the o-ring is positione correctly.
7. Screw the fitting (with tubing) back onto the housing.
8. The system is rea y. Turn on the water supply. Check for any leaks.
9. Drain the first two tanks of water before rinking.
Filter Replacement Instructions
All pre-and post filters should be replaced every 6 months.
Before starting, shut off col water supply to unit. Lift the han le on the faucet to rain out the storage tank
completely an allow the system to stan for 10 minutes in or er to fully ecompress the tank, reserving some
of the RO water to use to rinse the filter housings. Leave the faucet open until the filter change is complete.
1. Remove pre-filters from filter housings. Use a filter wrench if the housings are too tight.
2. Discar use filters, but save o-rings for re-use.
3. Clean insi e of all housings with a mil soap solution, an then rinse with RO water.
4. Lubricate the o-ring an replace in filter housing.
5. Insert the new filters into the appropriate housings an replace the housings onto the system.
6. Disconnect the post-filter by removing the fittings on either en . Replace with new post-filter an re-use
the existing fittings.
7. Follow the normal Start-up Proce ures. (Drain the first tank of water after changing the filters before
rinking.)
Sanitizing
We recommen sanitizing the system at least once a year. This can be one while changing your filters. Shut
own the system. If you have an icemaker hook-up installe , be sure the ball valve in the line to the
refrigerator is in the close position uring this proce ure. Open the faucet to rain the system, inclu ing the
tank. Remove the pre-filter cartri ges an RO Membrane from the system, leaving the ol post-filter cartri ge
in place. Wash the internal filter housing & membrane housing areas with warm soapy water an rinse well to
remove the soap. Pour about ¼ teaspoon of Hy rogen Peroxi e or househol bleach into each filter housing
an replace housings on the RO system. Open the fee water valve an open the RO faucet until water flows
freely from the spout. Close the faucet an hol the solution in the system for a minimum of 10 minutes. Drain
the tank completely, close the faucet to allow tank to fill again, an then rain again. Replace filters an
membrane as in icate in the replacement instructions. The post filter shoul be change after sanitizing the
system.
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Trou leshooting Chart
Symptom Possible Cause Remedy
No water in the storage tank Filter Cartri ges have faile . Replace filter cartri ges as in icate in
maintenance section.
Cartri ges are out of
sequence.
Install cartri ges in proper sequence as
in icate in system components.
Cartri ges are upsi e- own. Install carbon block filter right-si e-up as
in icate on the filter.
No pressure in storage tank. Check pressure with gauge. Refill or re uce
pressure to max 8 psi.
Automatic shut-off valve
malfunctioning.
Check lines to valve for correct hook-up an
check water running into the rain. Replace if
necessary.
Kinke lines. Straighten lines if necessary.
Getting low flow Incoming water pressure too
low.
Check source of fee water (city water, well
water, etc.) for pressure. A booster pump may
be require .
Change in fee water
temperature.
The reverse osmosis membrane use in your
unit is rate at 77ºF an 60psi. Water
pro uction will ecrease approximately 1.5%
for each egree that your incoming water is
below 77ºF. It may be necessary to change to
a higher flow membrane (an flow restrictor).
Storage tank pressure is too
low.
Check pressure with gauge an refill to
maximum 8 psi.
Filters are clogge . Replace Filters.
Water leakage at filter bowls Filter bowls are loose. Retighten.
Burr on e ge of filter bowl. Remove burr with emery cloth or san paper.
O-Ring in filter bowls is
missing, amage , or not
seale properly
Replace or position correctly.
Water backing up to air gap
in faucet (Systems w/ air
gap faucets only)
Line is clogge . Clean out the line.
Line is too long. Must be as short an straight as possible.
Drain line is clogge . Disconnect 3/8” ia. Line an clean out with
probe or by flushing.
Faucet spout is ripping Han le sticking or worn. Replace the faucet
Milky colore water Air in the system Air in the system is normal after startup of the
RO. Water shoul lose the milky look within a
few ays of normal usage.
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Replacement Parts
Replacement Filter Cartridges
Se iment Pre-Filter,
5 Micron.
Stage 1
Model: PF10D1
Qty. 1 Per System
Replace every 3-6 months
Carbon Pre-Filter,
Extru e Carbon
Stage 2 & 3
Model: CF10D1
Qty. 2 Per System
Replace every 3-6 months
Carbon Post-Filter,
GAC Inline
Stage 5
Model: CF08T1
Qty. 1 Per System
Replace every 3-6 months
Replacement Membranes & Flow Restrictors
System
Flow Rate
Model
Number
Replacement
Membrane Model
Replacement
Flow Restrictor
10 GPD RO10D1 TLC-10 H-R2051QC
50 GPD RO50D1 TLC-50 H-R2065QC
75 GPD RO75D1 TLC-75 H-R2069QC
100 GPD RO1XD1 TLC-100 H-R0950QC
ther Replacement Components
Part #/
Description
Image
FH10S1
Filter Housing,
White
R-A519
O-Ring for Filter
Housing
PV2012PME
Membrane
Housing
PB0801
Storage Tank,
White, 4.4 Gallon
(3.2 Gal Usable)
Bla er Tank
H-J2021KW
Clip - Membrane
Housing to Inline
Filter
H-J2028PW
Membrane
Housing Clip
Part #/
Description
Image
H-T5019
Faucet, Non-Airgap,
Long- Reach, Chrome
H-V1050W-QC
Shut-Off Valve, QC
Connection
H-S4044K
Tank Shut-Off Valve
H-D3000M
Drain Sa le
H-V1003
Check Valve, in elbow
fitting (membrane reject)
H-C9200
Filter Wrench
H-B2030W
Filter Bracket
Part #/
Description
Image
H-TU6025W (white)
H-TU6025YW (yellow)
H-TU6025 R (orange)
H-TU6025BU (blue)
H-TU6025BK (black)
Sold in 1000’ Rolls Only
F-0725-015
¼” Hex Nipple (connects
filter housings)
F-4UT44QC
¼”Union Tee Fitting (for
fee en of post filter)
F-4SA4QC
¼”Stem A apter Fitting
(for fee en of post
filter)
F-4ME2QC
¼”x ⅛”M Elbow Fitting
For Membrane Housing
(Membrane Housing)
F-4ME4QC
¼”T x ¼”M Elbow
Fitting, Quick Connect
(Filter In/Out)
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ptional Deionizer Add n Products
DI A on (or stan alone)
Inclu es :
Filter Housing
2 ea ¼” Tubing Fittings
Mounting Bracket
MB1001 Deionizer Filter
DI1041
QC Light Kit
Inclu es :
200K Resilite
1/2” Tee
2 ea. ¼” X ½” re ucer bushings
2 ea. ¼” Tubing Fittings
QCKT41
DI A on Kit With QC Light
Inclu es :
Filter Housing
2 ea ¼” Tubing Fittings
Mounting Bracket
MB1001 Deionizer Filter
200K Resilite
1/2” Tee
2 ea. ¼” X ½” re ucer bushings
2 ea. ¼” Tubing Fittings
DI10K1
DI Faucet Kit
Inclu es :
1 ea.GNPV-.37 PVC Faucet
1 ea NG-375-PVC Nee le Valve
1 ea ½” Male x ¼ “ Tubing Fitting
DIFCK1
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ptional Add on Deionizer Hook Up Schematics
When using a metal faucet on eionize water please be aware that it is better to use a plastic PVC faucet (DIFCK1) ue
to recontamination of the water by the minerals from the faucet.
Important
All Filter Housings are marked “IN” and “ UT” on the top”. This is intended for sediment filters and not for
deionizer filters or other granular filters. You must reverse the flow for granular filters so it is
important to connect the feed line to the port marked “ UT” on the housing and the tubing going to
the QC Light needs to be connected to the “IN” port on the filter housing. This will allow the granular
filter to flow from “top to bottom”. If it is hooked up backwards it will not make quality due to media
separation.
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