Aqua Systems AQLP Series Setup guide

AQLP Series
Light Commercial Reverse Osmosis System
7785 E. US Hwy. 36
Avon, IN 46123
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Reverse Osmosis System
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Maintenance Manual
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The AQLP Series reverse osmosis system is designed to provide an
ample supply of high purity water in larger household and small institutional
applications. The system operation is fully automatic when used with pres-
surized storage tanks. AQLP series reverse osmosis systems are not sup-
plied with faucets, storage tanks or post filters since these items vary due to
application needs. This design allows the AQLP to be customized to each
individual application.
The AQLP Series RO units also serve many other applications such as
office drinking water systems, lab make up water, restaurant ingredient water,
ice - maker systems, plant watering systems, and any application requiring
up to 100 gallons per day of high quality water (The model number indi-
cates the rated capacity).
This manual is designed primarily for use by the water treatment pro-
fessional and / or equipment installer who is already familiar with RO sys-
tem installation and sound plumbing practices.
Introduction

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Application Guidelines
The performance of the AQLP is in direct proportion to the characteris-
tics of the feed water. When sizing and installing a reverse osmosis system
it is important to test and record the pressure, temperature, and the TDS of
the feed water as these are the factors that will affect the production of the
system. Equally important is the quality of the feed water, so testing of the
feed water is essential to verify the feed water is within the parameters listed
below, or so that the proper pretreatment can be prescribed. Note that mem-
brane failure due to fouling is not covered under the system warranty.
Operating Parameters
Feed Chemisty
Feed TDS Up to 2000ppm
Feed pH 4 - 11
Chlorine < 2 ppm*
Hardness < 10 gpg**
Iron 0.1 ppm
Hydrogen Sulfide None
* The pre carbon filters must be maintained to protect the membrane.
** Soft water feed is recommended.

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Operating Parameters (con't)
Operating Specifications
Membrane Type TFC
Typical Rejection > 96%
Feed Temperature 40 - 80°F
Feed Pressure 40 - 90 psi
Production (gal/day)* up to 100
Recovery* Appr. 30%
Full Tank Pressure 60% of Feed
* Rated membrane production is based on industry standards of 60 psi., 77°F,
and 500 ppm TDS feed water. Actual production may vary according to local
water conditions and variations in membranes.
Note: The Permeate Pump model's production will be greater than the ASO
model's production due the pump eliminating back pressure on the membrane
as the pressurized storage tank fills.
Storage Tank Preparation
Storage tanks generally are not sanitized from the factory. The tank should be
sanitized prior to installing the tank by intoducing one teaspoon of household
bleach per 5 gallons of storage capacity into the tank.
Check the air precharge in the storage tank with a tire pressure gauge. The
pressure in an empty tank should be 7 - 12 lbs. depending on the feed pressure
and the application.
TFC
> 96%
40 - 80°F
40 - 90 psi
up to 100
Appr. 30%
90% + of Feed
AQLP 100
ASO
AQLP 100
w/ Perm Pump

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Installation Procedure
Use a ball valve or a
gate valve for this
connection.(Not included)
Never use a needle or a
self-piercing valve
Front View
Feed water
connection
3/8"
Product water
connection
Top View
Reject water
connection
3/8"
1/4"
Make sure the drain
connection has an
approved air gap.
If the drain line is
longer than 10 feet,
convert the 1/4"drain
line to 3/8".
To Storage
Tank
3/8"
Feed water
connection
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Use a ball valve or a
gate valve for this
connection.(Not included)
Never use a needle or a
self-piercing valve
Feed water
Connection
3/8"
Front View
Top View
Product Water
Connection
3/8"
DrainWater
Connection
3/8"
To Storage
Tank
Make sure the drain
connection has an
approved air gap.
Note:
Outlet connections on
the Permeate Pump
must always be at the
top of the pump.
Feed water
Connection
3/8"
Installation Procedure (con't)
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Installation Procedure (con't)
Inspect the area that the AQLP RO system will be installed. Note where
the feed and drain connections will be, also where the storage tank(s) will set.
Then place the AQLP in a suitable place that is easily accesible for service.
Note that drinking water applications require the addition of a post filter after
the storage tank sized to the requirements of the product service flow.
Feedwater Connection
Make the connection on a cold water suppy line (< 80°F) with a ball valve
or a gate valve. Never use a needle or self-piercing valve. Connect and use 3/
8" O.D. tubing to the feed connection on the AQLP system. On a long tubing
run it is beneficial to install a ball valve on the feed line near the RO to aid in
filter changes.
Drain Connection
Connect 1/4" O.D. tubing (3/8" on the Permeate Pump model) to the drain
connection on the AQLP and run it to the appropriate drain to be used.
Note: Make sure an approved air gap exists between the RO system and
the drain opening to meet local plumbing codes.
If the tubing run on the drain connection is longer than 10 feet, convert the
1/4" tubing to 3/8" tubing to the drain connection. This will eliminate any
backpressure due to the drain tubing and also will help in preventing the drain
from plugging.

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Installation Procedure (con't)
Product Water Connection
Connect 3/8" O.D. tubing to the product water connection on the AQLP
system and run to a tee at the inlet of a pressurized storage tank. The tee
should be above the inlet valve to the storage tank so the tank can be isolated
from the system in servicing situations.
End Use Connections
Run the lines from the storage tank to the final points of use.
Make sure the tubing size from the storage tank is of sufficient size to
provide adequate flow and pressure to each point of use.
The tubing used must be of non metal material, i.e. PVC or polyethene,
and if the system is for drinking water, the tubing must be FDA approved.
Drinking water applications also require that a carbon post filter be in-
stalled after the storage tank or before each point of use.

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Start Up Procedure
Check that all tubing connections have been made. Close the valve to the
storage tank. This will allow the lines to pressurize without waiting to fill the
tank.
Turn on the feedwater valve and allow the system to start up. Wait several
minutes for the air to escape from the system and for the system to pressurize
the product tubing.
Check all the fittings for leaks and make repairs if necessary. If a leak is
discovered at one of the John Guest™ fittings, simply remove the tubing from
the fitting and cut 1/4" off the end of the tubing. Replace the tubing into the
fitting, turn the system back on, and recheck for leaks.
Turn on the valve to the storage tank (with sanitizer in the tank, see page
4) and allow the system to fill the tank. After the tank is full, the system should
be fully drained one time to flush the sanitizer from the system. When the tank
refills, it will be ready to use.
Check all applicable operating parameters (feed pressure and tempera-
ture, hardness, feed TDS, pH, free chlorine, etc.) and record for future refer-
ence. This will be of help in future maintenance and in troubleshooting.

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Maintenance
Regular maintenance is essential to the performance and longevity of the
AQLP system. The maintenance consists of changing the pre filters, changing
the post filter if so equiped, and sanitizing the system. The filters should be
changed every 3 months to 1 year, depending on the quality of the feed water.
The system should be sanitized at least annually. Contact your dealer or the
factory for information in detemining the frequency of maintenance.
Prefilter Replacement
Turn off the feedwater and the storage tank valves. De-pressurize the
system by opening one the point of use faucets until the flow stops.
Locate the sediment filter sump and unscrew the sump by turning it clock-
wise (top view) until it is off. Empty the water from the sump and discard the
filter. Clean the sump with warm water and soap, inspect the o-ring, and put 1/
2 teaspoon of household chlorine bleach into the sump. Set a new sediment
filter into the sump and screw the sump onto the filter head until snug. Be
careful not to overtighten the sump.
Next, locate the pre carbon filters (if so equiped) and unscrew the sumps
clockwise (top view) until they are off. Empty the water from the sumps and
discard the filters. Clean the sumps with warm water and soap, inspect the o-
rings. Put new carbon filters into the sumps and then put 1/2 teaspoon of
household chlorine bleach into the center of each carbon filter. Screw the
sumps onto the filter heads until snug. Be careful not to overtighten the sumps.

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Maintenance (Con't)
Postfilter Replacement (if equipped)
If the AQLP is installed with a post filter (carbon filter after the storage
tank), change the post filter at least annually.
When replacing the post filter it is highly recommended to sanitize the
storage tank. Before sanitizing the tank, make sure the tank is empty of water.
Then check the air precharge and add air if necessary. The normal precharge
is 7psi to 12 psi depending on the application. Call your dealer or the factory
for recommened precharge pressure. Sanitize the tankby introducing 1 tea-
spoon of household chlorine bleach for every 5 gallons of storage capacity into
the tank.
To replace the filter, turn off the storage tank valve and open a point of use
faucet until the flow stops. Leaving the faucet open, unscrew the filter sump
clockwise (top view) and remove the sump. Empty the water from the sump
and discard the filter. Clean the sump with warm water and soap, and inspect
the o-ring. Put a new carbon filter into the sump and then put 1/2 teaspoon of
household chlorine bleach into the center of the carbon filter. Screw the sump
onto the filter head until snug. Be careful not to overtighten the sump.
Turn the system on, open the storage tank valve, and after 5 minutes
close the faucet that was left open. Let the tank fill, then drain the system
through a faucet one time. When the systems fills again, it will be ready for
use.

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Parts Diagram
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Parts List
* Not Shown in Diagram
Item Part Number Description Models Qty
121902000 Automatic Shut Off (ASO) ASO Models 1
201330065 System Bracket All Models 1
322146070 100gpd TFC Membrane All Models 1
421002500 Membrane Housing Assy All Models 1
501120050 Filter Housing Assy All Models 3
601220151 Pre Sediment Filter All Models 1
701220170 Pre Carbon Filter All Models 2
821002220 Membrane Check Valve All Models 1
908703507EP 3/8" x 1 1/2" Nipple All Models 2
10 20050091 3/8" x 3/8" Male Connector All Models 1
11 20050101 1/4" x 3/8" Male Ell All Models 1
12 2005011.5 1/4" x 1/8" Male Ell All Models 3
13 20930150 Reject Flow Control All Models 1
14 20050104 1/4" x 1/8" Male Connector ASO Models 3
15 20050105 3/8" x 1/8" Male Connector ASO Models 1
16 21201009 Permeate Pump Perm Pump Model 1
17 20050206 1/4"Tube x 1/4" Tube Stem Ell Perm Pump Model 2
18 22302018 3/8"Tube x 1/4" Tube Stem Ell Perm Pump Model 2
*21201010 Permeate Pump Mounting Clip Perm Pump Model 1
*21002501 Membrane Mounting Clip All Models 2
*21902100 ASO Mounting Clip ASO Models 1

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Warranty
• One Year OnAll Parts
• Ninety Days on the Membrane Element
Aqua Systems, Avon, Indiana warrants this water treatment system as stated
herein:
From the date of installation, when we receive any part (or parts) described
below, during the specified period below, which we find defective because of faulty
materials or workmanship we will repair or replace the part (or parts) and retum it to
the customer. The customer pays only freight to and from our repair facility and local
labor and / or service charges.
General Conditions:
The performance of the RO system is directly related to the quality of the feed
water. The feed water must meet the operating parameters for the feed water quality.
Filter cartridges are warranted for defects in material and workmanship only, as the
service life of the cartridges varies due to local water conditions. System or mem-
brane failure due to fouling is not warranted. The customer is responsible to provide
pretreatment to meet feed water quality parameters.
Damage to any part of this water treatment system because of misuse, misap-
plication, neglect, alteration, accident, installation or operation contrary to our printed
instructions, or damage caused by accident, freezing, flood, fire or Acts of God, is not
covered by this warranty. In all such cases, regular parts and service charges apply.
We assume no warranty liability in connection with this water treatment system
other than specified herein. This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed
or implied, including warranties of fitness for a particular purpose. We do not autho-
rize any person or representative to assume for us any other obligations on the sale
of this water treatment system.
This warranty becomes effective on the installation date of the covered system.
Should a malfunction occur, contact Aqua Systems or an authorized dealer. War-
ranty Returns must be accompanied by a copy of the original sales order showing
the dealers name and the purchasers name and address. This warranty applies to
the original owner at the original location.