Kenmore 625.381560 User manual

OWNER'S MANUAL
Reverse Osmosis
System
MODEL NO. 625.381560
UltraFilter 450
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Caution:
Read and follow all safety rules and operating
instructions before first use of this product.
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•Warranty
•installation
• How It Works
• Care Of
• Specifications
• Repair Parts
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ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY ON REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEM
When installed, operated and maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product, if this
Reverse Osmosis System fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of
purchase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME to arrange for free repair (or replacement if repair proves impossible).
This warranty does not include filter cartridges or the Reverse Osmosis membrane, which are expendable
items.
This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States or Canada.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state.
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Unpack and Check Shipment ...................................................................... 4
What Your Reverse Osmosis System Will do ........................................................... 5
Plan Your Installation ........................................................................... 5-6
Overview and Site Preparation ..................................................................... 7
Step I-Install Supply Water Fitting .................................................................. 8
Step 2-Install Reverse Osmosis Drain .............................................................. 9-10
Step 3-Install Reverse Osmosis Filter Assembly ......................................................... 11
Step 4-Install Storage Tank ........................................................................ 11
Step 5-Install Reverse Osmosis Faucet ............................................................. 12-13
Step 6-Connect Tubes ......................................................................... 14-15
Step 7-Sanitize, Pressure Test, Purge System ........................................................ 16-17
How Your Reverse Osmosis Water System Works .................................................... 18-19
Maintenance ................................................................................ 20-21
Specifications .................................................................................. 22
Troubleshooting ............................................................................. 24-25
Exploded View & Parts List .................................................................... 26-27
•Read all steps and guides carefully before installing
and using your reverse osmosis system. Follow all steps
exactly to correctly install. Reading this manual will
also help you to get all the benefits from the reverse
osmosis system.
• Do not attempt to use this product to make safe drink- •
ing water from non-potable water sources. Do not use
the system on microbiologically unsafe water, or water
of unknown quality without adequate disinfection
before or after the system. This system is certified for
cyst reduction and may be used on disinfected water
that may contain filterable cysts.
• Check with your local public works department for
plumbing and sanitation codes. You must follow their
guides as you install the system. Follow your local
codes if they differ with guides in this manual.
• This system shall only be used for arsenic reduction on
chlorinated water supplies containing detectable resid-
ual free chlorine at the system inlet. Water systems
using an inline chlorinator should provide a one minute
chlorine contact time before the RO system.
This system is acceptable for treatment of influent con-
centrations of no more than 27 mg/L nitrate and 3
mg/L nitrite in combination measured as N and is cer-
tified for nitrate/nitrite reduction only for water sup-
plies with a pressure of 280 kPa (40 psig) or greater.
The reverse osmosis system works on water pressures of
40 psi (minimum) to 100 psi (maximum). If your house
water pressure is over the maximum, install a pressure
reducing valve in the water supply pipe to the reverse
osmosis system.
Do not install the reverse osmosis system outside, or in
extreme hot or cold temperatures. Temperature of the
water supply to the reverse osmosis system must be
between 40°F and IO0°F. Do not install on hot water.
• Read the other limits (pH, hardness, etc.) in the specifi-
cations and be sure your water supply conforms.
• The reverse osmosis membrane contains a preservative
for storage and shipment. Be sure to purge as instruct-
ed on page 17 before using product water.
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INSPECT SHIPMENT
Your Reverse Osmosis Drinking Water System is shipped
complete in one carton. Remove all items from your ship-
ping carton.
Check all items against the packing list below. Note any
items lost or damaged in shipment. Note any damage to
the shipping carton. Refer to the exploded view and parts
list in the back of the manual for the part names and
numbers of missing or damaged items. If problems exist,
refer to the website or the toll free number listed through-
out this manual.
Keep the small parts in the parts bag until you are ready
to install them.
NOTE: Codes in the state of Massachusetts require instal-
lation by a licensed plumber and do not permit the use of
saddle valves.
If you live in the state of Massachusetts, review plumbing
code 248-CMR of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
before proceeding with the installation.
Reverse Osmosis Assembly
Bag Assembly
Hanger Brackets
Tee, Feed Adapter
Water Storage Tank
Bag Assembly
Drain Adaptor Kit
/
Dropper
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Tank
Connector
Nitrate!Nitrite
Test Kit Thread Sealing Tape
Green supply tube
Bag Assembly
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Coin
Battery
Reverse Osmosis Faucet Assembly
with black and blue tubes attached
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Your Reverse Osmosis (RO) Drinking Water System is a
water treatment unit. It uses household water pressure to
reverse a natural physical process called osmosis. Water,
under pressure, is forced through a semi-permeable mem-
brane where minerals and impurities are filtered out.
Clean drinking water goes to the faucet or storage, while
minerals and impurities are sent to the drain with RO
waste water. The minerals and impurities are measured in
water as total dissolved solids (TDS).
The system includes replaceable pre and postfilter sedi-
ment-carbon cartridges. The prefilter reduces sand, silt,
dirt, rust particles, other sediments, and chlorine from the
PLAN YOUR INSTALLATION
water supply before it can enter the RO membrane. The
postfilter reduces any tastes and/or odors that may
remain in the water, after passing through the RO mem-
brane, and just before going to the RO faucet. To prevent
water waste, an automatic shutoff valve closes when the
RO faucet is closed and the storage tank is full.
Your reverse osmosis system gives you a continuous supply
of sparkling clear, delicious water for drinking, cooking
and other uses. Foods will look and taste better too.
Having high quality RO product water at your fingertips
eliminates the need to buy bottled water. The storage
tank holds over 2 gallons of RO product water for your
needs.
It is recommended to read through the entire manual
before beginning your installation. Follow all steps exact-
ly. Reading this manual will also help you get all the ben-
efits from your system.
Your Reverse Osmosis Drinking Water System can be
installed under a sink or in a remote location. Typical
remote sites are a laundry room or utility room. Review
the location options below and determine where you are
going to install your system.
NOTE: For best system performance, the feed water to
the system should be softened or less than 10 grains per
gallon hard.
UNDER THE SINK LOCATION
The Reverse Osmosis Filter Assembly and storage tank are
normally installed in a kitchen or bathroom sink cabinet.
See Figure 2.
A suitable drain point is needed for reject water from the
Reverse Osmosis filter.
REMOTE LOCATION
You can also locate the Reverse Osmosis Filter Assembly
and storage tank in a remote location away from the
Reverse Osmosis Faucet. You will need a nearby water
source and drain point.
See Figure 3.
CHECK SPACE REQUIREMENTS
Check size and position of items for proper installation
into location chosen.
TOOLS NEEDED
Review the tools needed list. See Figure 1. Gather needed
tools before proceeding with the installation. Read and
follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here.
Tools Needed
Adjustable Wrench
Phillips Screwdriver Tape Measure
Drill & Drill bits, if required
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Flathead Screwdriver
Large Adjustable Jaw Pliers or Pipe Wrench
Figure
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Typical Under Sink Installation
All install parts included in package.
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Cold Water
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Typical Remote Installation
Outside Faucet
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OVERVIEW
There are seven easy steps to installing your Drinking
Water system. They are as follows=
STEP 1 - Install Cold Water Supply fitting
STEP 2 - Install Drain Adapter
STEP 3 - Install Reverse Osmosis Assembly
STEP 4 - Install Storage Tank
STEP 5 - Install Reverse Osmosis Faucet
STEP 6 - Connect Tubing
STEP 7- Sanitize, Pressure Test, Purge System
These steps are explained in detail over the next few
pages.
It is recommended to read through the entire manual
before beginning your installation. Follow all steps exact-
ly. Reading this manual will also help you receive and use
all the benefits your Reverse Osmosis System can give
yOU.
Figure 4
PREPARE SITE FOR INSTALLATION
1. Before starting, close the hot and cold water shutoff
valves (See Figure 5).
2. Temporarily place tank and filter assembly into cabi-
net. Double check position of items and space required
for proper installation.
3. Remove tank and filter from cabinet and set aside.
NOTE: You must check and comply with all local plumb-
ing codes.
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CHOOSE TYPE OF WATER FITTING TO INSTALL
Check and comply with local plumbing codes as you
plan, then install a cold feed (supply) water fitting. Refer
to the Specifications page for supply water requirements.
The fitting must provide a leak-tight connection to the RO
1/4" tubing. A typical connection using the included water
supply fitting is shown in Figure 5.. An optional connection
using standard plumbing fittings (not included) is shown in
Figure 5B.
NOTE: Local code may dictate which type of water fit-
ting is used. Consult aplumber if you are not familiar
with local codes or plumbing procedures.
NOTE: Codes in the state of Massachusetts require
installation by alicensed plumber and do not permit the
use of saddle valves.
If you live in the state of Massachusetts, review plumb-
ing code 248-CMR of the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts before proceeding with the installation.
INSTALL COLD WATER SUPPLY FITTING
(Included with your package)
This fitting will be installed on the cold water pipe. The
fitting must provide a leak-tight connection to the Reverse
Osmosis 1/4" tubing. Locate the cold water line in the
sink cabinet. It is recommended, but not required, that the
cold water line be soft water.
Complete the following steps to install the water supply
fitting.
1. Close the water shut off valve that is immediately
before supply fitting and open faucets to drain water
from the sink cold water pipe.
2. Remove nut that connects the cold water faucet to cold
water plumbing.
3. Thread water supply fitting onto pipe and reconnect
nut to bottom of fitting.
OPTIONAL PIPE FITTINGS
(compression type shown)
NOTE: Be sure to turn off the water supply and open a
faucet to drain the pipe.
Complying with plumbing codes, install a fitting on the
cold water pipe to adapt 1/4" OD tubing. A typical con-
nection is shown in Figure 5B. If threaded fittings are
used, be sure to use pipe joint compound or thread seal-
ing tape on outside threads.
Shutoff Valve Shutoff Valve
,. . _1 I water supply fitting
faucet stud _J (tee, feed adaptor)c°la water /• _
thread sealing
tape on threads 7__
cold water ._ _i/4" green tubing to
pipe Reverse Osmosis inlet
Cold Water Supply Connection
(using included water supply fitting) Figure 5
Hot Water Cold Water
Shutoff Valve m Shutoff Valve
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cold water
pipe
1/4" compression
j fitting insert
ferrule
f
1/4" green
tubing to Reverse
Osmosis inlet
Cold Water Supply Connection
(using compression fitting - not included) Figure 5B
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INTRODUCTION
A suitable drain point is needed for the reject water from
the Reverse Osmosis Filter. You have two options to
choose from:
• Install the Drain Adapter included with your unit
See Figures 6, 7 & 8. This is used in under the sink
installations. The drain adapter kit is installed onto
your sink drain pipe above the P-trap. See Figure 6.
•Use another existing drain in your home
This is usually used in remote location type installa-
tions. The drain tube from the Reverse Osmosis Filter
runs directly to an open drain. See Figures 9& 10.
NOTE: Local code may dictate which type of drain instal-
lation is used. Other than local code, either drain installa-
tion types may be used. Consult a plumber if you are not
familiar with plumbing procedures.
INSTALL DRAIN ADAPTER KIT
(Under sink Installation)
In an under the sink installation, you normally use the
P-trap drain adapter. A drain adapter kit is included in
your package. Review the drain adapter kit parts in
Figure 8. The drain adapter is always installed in the sink
drain pipe, above or ahead of the P- trap. See Figures 6
& 8. Be sure to comply with your local plumbing codes.
The drain adapter fits 1-1/2" sink drain pipes. Other drain
pipe fittings, purchased locally, may be needed in addi-
tion to the adapter.
1. Slowly disassemble the sink drain pipe between the sink
P-trap and the sink tailpiece. See Figures 6& 8.
2. Clean the sink tailpiece to assure a leak-tight fit.
3. Install drain adapter directly onto the sink tailpiece
using the ferrule and nut. Snug the nut, but do not tight-
en. See Figure 7.
4. Assemble the drain tubing connector to the drain
adapter using the ferrule and nut. Snug the nut, but do
not tighten. See Figure 7.
NOTE: Locate so drain tubing from the Reverse
Osmosis faucet will make a straight run to the adapter,
without dips, loops, low spots or kinks. See Figure 8.
5. Turn the connector to about 45 ° (10:00 or 2:00 posi-
tion). See Figure 7. Tighten the nut securely.
6. Assemble the P-trap to the drain adapter, and other
drain pipe fittings as required to complete the drain
run. See Figure 6.
NOTE: If needed, you can cut the unthreaded end of
the adapter to make it fit. Do not cut too short or the
adapter will not make a leak-tight seal with the con-
necting fitting.
7. Tighten all connections, but do not over tighten plastic
connections.
Under The Sink Installation
Single trap J
Drain
! _ Adapter
P-Trap
Double Trap
P-Trap __
Ngr_ Sink Tailpiece
Ferrule O Drain Adapter
FerruLe
Figure 6
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Cut, if
needed
Nut
Drain Tubing
Connector Figure 7
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_JHOT COLD x_-J_q_'_P.Trlrl in Adapter
IMPORTANT:Locatedrain adapter so when the black draintube
from the ReverseOsmosisFaucetisinstalledlater on, it
will make a straightrun to the adapter, withoutdips,
loops,low spotsor kinks. Figure 8
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Outside Faucet
(Hard Water)
Soft, Cold Water
Soft, Hot Water
Remote Location
Installation
c_ Sump
[_ Air_ap
1-1/2"
Stand pipe Airgap
Sediment
Filter
Water Heater
Line
Floor
Drain Figure 10
Outside Faucet
(Hard Water)
Laundry Tub
GREEN
Tubing to
Reverse
Osmosis
System
BLUE Tubing to
Reverse Osmosis
Air Gap Faucet
Valve
Reverse Osmosis
System
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YELLOWTubing
toTankStorage
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Storage
Tank
Water Meter
Figure 9
INSTALL A REMOTE DRAIN POINT AND AIR GAP
(Remote Location)
You can also run the drain tubing to an existing drain in
the house. Afloor drain, laundry tub, standpipe, sump,
etc. are suitable drain points. See Figure 10. This type of
drain is the preferred over the p- trap drain adapter.
Check your local codes. Longer lengths of tubing (see
parts list in back of manual) may be needed.
Always be sure to provide an air gap between the end of
the hose and the drain point. This will prevent water from
backing up into the system. Airgaps are required code in
most areas.
To install a remote drain point, complete the following
steps:
1. Locate the 1/4" red tubing on the Reverse Osmosis fil-
ter assembly. See Figure 9.
2. Determine if this length is long enough to reach the
drain point.
3. If not, disconnect the 1/4" red tubing and replace with
an adequate length of tubing to reach the drain point.
Refer to Step 6later in the manual on how to discon-
nect and connect tubing.
NOTE: A flow control insert is located inside the
elbow fitting that the drain tube connects to. Refer to
Figure 26. Leave this fitting in place.
4. Run the tubing to the drain point and secure at the end
with a bracket (purchased locally). See Figure 10.
Provide a 1-1/2" air gap between the end of the tube
and the drain. See Figure 10.
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INSTALLREVERSEOSMOSISFILTERASSEMBLY
The Reverse Osmosis Filter Assembly is mounted on hang-
er washers. The hanger washers allow you to lift the filter
assembly from the washers without any hardware
removal. When planning your installation, you need to
leave room for changing filters. See Figure 11.
Complete the following steps to install your Reverse
Osmosis Filter Assembly-
]. Remove the cover.
2. Locate mounting slots on back of the assembly. See
Figure ]].
3. Hold the assembly up to the wall surface and mark
locations for the hanger washers. This allows room to
change filters.
4. Fasten the hanger washers to the wall using the wood
screws provided.
5. Hang assembly on washers.
6. Replace cover.
Hanger Washe_ ::
Screw (2)
11
15-1/2" Minimum up
from floor. Thisdistance
allows for space to
change filters
Figure 11
INSTALL STORAGE TANK
1. Apply thread sealing tape to the threads on the nipple
at the top of the tank (max. 2 wraps). See Figure 12.
2. Locate the tubing connector. Tighten the tubing connec-
tor with a wrench onto the tank nipple 7-8 turns, being
careful not to cross thread or overtighten. See Figure 12
3. Do not connect the tube at this time. This will occur
later in the assembly.
4. Place the storage tank next to the Reverse Osmosis
Assembly. The tank can be placed upright or on its
side.
tank nipple \
//
//
/' /
s i tubing connector
ge tank
Figure 12
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SELECT LOCATION OF REVERSE OSMOSIS FAUCET
MOUNTING HOLE
You will need to select the location of the Reverse
Osmosis Faucet. You have three options to choose from:
°Use the existing sink top hole for the spray hose or
soap dispenser (Must be 1-1/4" in diameter)
° Drill a new hole in the sink
° Drill a new hole in the countertop next to the sink
1. Determine where you are going to install your Reverse
Osmosis Faucet.
2. Check to ensure the Reverse Osmosis faucet will mount
flat against the mounting surface.
3. Visually review the routing of the tubes from the
Reverse Osmosis filter assembly to the faucet. Check to
ensure there is adequate tube routing space between
the faucet and filter assembly.
4. If drilling is needed, drill a 1-1/4" diameter hole in the
mounting surface.
IMPORTANT: Drilling holes into countertops and sinks
should only be performed by a qualified installer who
is certified for drilling such materials. Drilling of sur-
faces made of stone or solid surface materials such as
granite, marble, Corian TM or other plastic resin products
or sinks made of porcelain and stainless steel may
cause permanent, irreparable damage to the sink or
countertop surface.
INSTALL REVERSE OSMOSIS FAUCET
1. Locate and organize your RO faucet install parts. Refer
to Figure 14.
2. Mount faucet base to sink hole until the faucet base is
square against the sink surface. The rubber gasket
should be between the sink surface and the faucet
base.
3. Tighten the toggle bolts until the base is firmly mounted
to the sink surface. Do not overtighten.
4. Locate the faucet base. The black and blue tubes are
already connected to the faucet. Insert these tubes into
the sink hole until approximately one foot of tube
length and the faucet base are left above the counter
surface. Do not bend or kink the tubes in the process.
See Figures 15 and 21.
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black
red
Figure 13
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5. Locate the 1/4" red tubing. One end is connected to
the RO Filter assembly. See Figure 21. Locate the loose
end.
A. Route red tube through countertop to faucet.
B. Cut the loose end of the red tube square and to
length. See Figure 21.
NOTE: Tubing lengths should allow for the removal of the
assembly from the hanger washers for servicing. If tubing
lengths are shortened for neater appearance, it may be
necessary to keep the assembly on the hanger washers
for service.
C. Insert all the way onto the 1/4" faucet barb fitting
on faucet. See Figure 15.
D. Pull on the tubing to be sure it is held firmly in the
fitting.
NOTE: If you ran the red reverse osmosis drain tubing
directly to a remote drain point, disregard step 3 and
refer to instructions on page 10.
6. Mount the faucet body on to the faucet base, 1/4 turn.
FAUCET ELECTRONICS
Inside the faucet base is a battery operated 6month
timer. See Figure 14.
An amber LED indicator is also located in the front of the
faucet base. This LED will flash continuously after 6
months has passed. This indicates that it is time to replace
the battery, prefilter and postfilter.
INSTALL BATTERY
To install battery, complete the following steps.
1. Loosen the screw on the right side of the faucet base.
See Figure 14.
2. Press the battery housing upwards from the front faucet
base until it releases from the faucet base. See Figure
14.
3. Replace the battery (Maxell CR 2032 or equivalent).
Place battery into the holder with the positive (+) side
facing the back of the holder.
4. When the battery is first replaced it will flash six times
and turn off. This indicates the battery is fully charged.
After the six flashes the timer enters the 6month time
cycle.
NOTE: If the LED repeatedly flashes just two times, it is
not a fully charged battery and will need to be replaced.
5. Re-install the timer housing and firmly tighten the
mounting screw. See Figure 14.
faucet body
timer housing
amber LED_/._E_:_faucet base
screw holding_-
the battery _rubber gasket
housingin place __
,_ U " [F'_toggte bolts
battery f\
housing /x_ ......
negative (-)
side facing
the front
faucet ""'_
base screw
Figure 14
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iBLACK TUBE
3/8" barb fitting
for the black tube
BLUE TUBE
3/8" quick connect
fitting for the blue tube
TUBE
1/4" barb fitting
for the red tube
Figure 15
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HOW TO CUT AND CONNECT THE TUBES
Your Reverse Osmosis Water System includes push-in fit-
tings for quick tubing connection. Review the following
instructions before connecting the tubes in the next step.
Cut tubes to length
1. Use a sharp cutter or knife to cut the end of tubing.
Always cut the tubing square. See Figure 17.
2. Inspect the end (about 1") of the tubing to be sure there
are no nicks, scratches or other rough spots. If needed,
cut the tubing again. See Figure 17.
NOTE: Tubing lengths should allow for the removal of
the assembly from the hanger washers for servicing. If
tubing lengths are shortened for neater appearance, it
may be necessary to keep the assembly on the hanger
washers for service.
Connect tubes
NOTE: Remove protective foam plugs before connecting
tubes (See Fig. 16). Discard foam plugs.
1. Push tubing through collet, until it engages the o-ring.
See Figure 18A. Continue pushing until the tube bottoms
out against the back of the fitting. See Figure 18B. A
common mistake is to stop pushing when the tube
engages the o-ring. This will lead to future leaks. When
a 1/4" tube is fully engaged, 11/16" of the tube has
entered the fitting. When a 3/8" tube is fully engaged,
3/4" of the tube has entered the fitting. See Figures
18A & 18B.
2. If using tubing other than tubing supplied with the sys-
tem, be sure it is of high quality, exact size and round-
ness with a smooth surface.
To Disconnect Tubes
1. Push the collet inward with a finger tip. See Figure 20.
2. Continue holding collet inward while pulling the tubing
out. See Figure 20.
Foam Plug \Push In Fitting_l k
Remove and Discard Foam Plugs Figure 16
Push In Fitting_k
Tube
Cut tubing square with end of tubing round,
smooth, with no cuts, nicks or flat spots.
Tube Correctly Cut Figure 17
O-Ring
TubePartially EngagedWithFitting
Figure 18A
O-Ring
TubeFullyEngagedWithFitting
Figure 18B
Collet
Collet and O-Ring
Fitting
Collet (Depress to
Remove Tubing) _
Disconnect Tubing
Figure 19 Figure 20
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water supply
fitting
HOT COLD /
sink p-trap
NOTE: Tube colors match
Caltet colors
3/8" black
tubing
NOTE: Tubing lengths should allow for the removal
of the assembly from the hanger washers for servic-
ing. If tubing lengths are shortened for neater
appearance, it may be necessary to keep the assem-
bly on the hanger washers for service.
NOTE: Codes in the state of Massachusetts require
installation by a licensed plumber and do not permit
the use of saddle valves. If you live in the state of
Massachusetts, review plumbing code 248-CMR of
the Commonwealth of Massachusetts before pro-
ceeding with the installation.
3/8" yellow tubing
tubing
onnector
Tube Connections
Figure 21
CONNECT YELLOW TUBE TO STORAGE TANK
1. Locate the yellow tube. One end is attached to the Reverse
Osmosis filter assembly.
2. Run the other end of the yellow tube to the fitting on top of
the storage tank. See Figure 21.
3. Cut tube square and to length. See Figure 17.
4. Do not connect at this time. This will occur in the sanitizing
step.
CONNECT GREEN TUBE TO COLD WATER SUPPLY PIPE
1. Run one end of the 1/4" green tube to the fitting on the water
supply pipe. See Figure 21.
2. Cut tube square and to length. See Figure 17.
3. Connect to cold water supply fitting. See Figure 5.
4. Run the other end of the green tube to green collet to the fit-
ting on the left side of the Reverse Osmosis filter assembly.
5. Cut tube square and to length. See Figure 17.
6. Insert all the way into the fitting. See Figures 18A & 18B.
7. Pull on the tube to be sure it is held firmly in the fitting.
CONNECT RED TUBE TO REVERSE OSMOSIS FAUCET
The red tube connection was completed in the faucet assembly
steps.
CONNECT BLUETUBETO REVERSEOSMOSIS ASSEMBLY
1. Locate the blue tube. One end is attached to the faucet.
2. Run the other end of the 3/8" blue tube to the blue collet on
the right side of the Reverse Osmosis filter assembly.
3. Cut tube square and to length. See Figure 17.
4. Insert all the way into the fitting. See Figures 18A & 18B.
5. Pull on the tube to be sure it's held firmly in the fitting.
CONNECT BLACK TUBE FROM REVERSE OSMOSIS
FAUCET TO DRAIN ADAPTER
1. Locate the 30" length of 3/8" black tube. One end is
attached to the faucet. Figure 21.
2. The other end needs to be attached to the black collet on the
sink drain adapter.
3. Cut this tube as needed to route in as straight of a run as
possible, without loops, dips, low spots or kinks.
4. Cut the end of the tube square. See Figure 17.
5. Insert all the way into the fitting. See Figures 18A & 18B.
6. Pull on the tube to be sure it is held firmly in the fitting.
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SANITIZETHESYSTEM
Sanitizing is recommended immediately after installation
of the Reverse Osmosis system. It's also recommended
after servicing inner parts. It is important that the person
installing or servicing the system have clean hands while
handling inner parts of the system.
Complete the following steps to sanitize the system.
See Figure 22.
1. Turn off the water supply to the Reverse Osmosis sys-
tem.
2. Open the Reverse Osmosis faucet. If the tank is not
already empty, allow the water to empty.
3. Locate the eyedropper that is included in package and
common household bleach (5.25%).
4. Add 3 ml. of bleach into open end of yellow tank tub-
ing. Handle bleach according to bleach manufacturer's
recommendations. See Figure 22.
5. Connect yellow tank tubing to tank connector. See
Figures 12 and 22.
6. Sanitizing the system will be completed during the
pressure test and purging steps on the following page.
NOTE: The bleach must be removed from the system
before drinking the water. See purging instructions on the
next page.
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PRESSURETESTTHESYSTEM
NOTE: Complete the sanitizing procedures on the preced-
ing page before pressure testing.
To pressure test the system, complete the following steps.
1. Open the water supply valve to the Reverse Osmosis
System. See Figure 23.
2. Open the main water supply valve and several house
faucets. This will purge air from the house plumbing
and system. Close faucets when water runs smooth. See
Figure 23.
3. Pressure will start to build in the RO system in about 2
hours Carefully check all fittings and connections as the
system builds pressure. Check for water leaks. Fix leaks
if any are found. If problems exist, refer to the trou-
bleshooting chart or call the toll free number.
NOTE: When the system is first pressurized, water may
"spurt" from the faucet air gap hole until air is expelled
from the RO system.
Please review fhe following operating feafures before
using your Reverse Osmosis Sysfem:
You will not have filtered water immediately. It may
take 1-3 hours to completely fill the storage tank and
create maximum flow from the Reverse Osmosis faucet.
Water Pressure from the Reverse Osmosis faucet will be
less than your standard faucet.
Water will run to the drain while the Reverse Osmosis
system is producing water, even if you are not drawing
water from the Reverse Osmosis faucet. You may hear
a small quantity of water going to the drain for a cou-
ple of hours. Water going to the drain will automati-
cally shut off when the storage tank is full.
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NOTE: Codes in the state of Massachusetts require
installation by alicensed plumber and do not permit the
use of saddle valves.
If you live in the state of Massachusetts, review plumb-
ing code 248-CMR of the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts before proceeding with the installation.
PURGING THE SYSTEM
To purge the system, complete the following steps.
1. Open the Reverse Osmosis Faucet and let water
through the system for a 24 hour period.
NOTE: Water flow will be a slow trickle at this time.
2. Close the Reverse Osmosis faucet after the 24 hour
purging period is complete.
3. When the purging is finished, your Reverse Osmosis
system is ready for use.
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HOW YOUR REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEM WORKS
Introduction: Your Reverse Osmosis (RO) Drinking Water
System uses your household water pressure to force water
through three filters. Minerals and impurities are filtered
out. Delicious tasting drinking water goes to the storage
tank-ready for your use. Minerals and impurities are sent
clown the drain. The following paragraphs will explain in
detail how your Reverse Osmosis Drinking Water System
works.
Prefilter: Water from the cold supply pipe enters the pre-
filter. See Figure 24. The prefilter is a replaceable sedi-
ment cartridge with activated carbon in its composition.
The cartridge reduces taste, odor, sand, silt, dirt, other
sediments, and up to the amount of chlorine shown in the
specifications.
Reverse Osmosis Cartridge: Filtered water flows from the
prefilter, to the Reverse Osmosis membrane cartridge. See
Figure 24. The Reverse Osmosis cartridge is a tightly
wound special membrane. The membrane reduces the dis-
solved solids and organic matter. High quality product
water (about one ounce per minute) exits the Reverse
Osmosis cartridge. The product water flows to the storage
tank, postfilter or Reverse Osmosis faucet. See Figure 24.
Reject water, with the dissolved solids and organic matter,
is routed to the drain. See Figure 24.
Storage Tank: The storage tank holds product water. See
Figure 24. A diaphragm inside the tank holds water pres-
surized to about 30 psi when the tank is full. This provides
fast flow to the Reverse Osmosis faucet. When the tank is
empty of water, it is pressurized to 5 - 7 psi.
Postfilter: Before going to the Reverse Osmosis faucet,
product water goes through the postfilter. See Figure 24.
The postfilter is an activated carbon type filter. Any
remaining tastes and odors are reduced from the product
water. Clean, high quality drinking water is available at
the faucet.
Reverse Osmosis Faucet: The sink or countertop faucet
has a hand operated knob to access drinking water. See
Figure 24. An air-gap is built into the faucet drain water
connection to comply with plumbing codes. See Figure
24.
Faucet Electronics: Inside the faucet base is a battery
operated 6 month timer. See Figure 14. An amber LED
indicator is also located in the front of the faucet base.
This LED will flash continuously after 6 months have
passed. This indicates that it is time to replace the bat-
tery, prefilter and postfilter.
Shutoff Assembly: The unit has an automatic shutoff sys-
tem to conserve water. When the storage tank has filled
to capacity, and the drinking water faucet is closed, pres-
sure closes the shutoff to stop flow to the drain. After
enough drinking water is used, pressure in the system
drops, and the shutoff opens to allow the tank to be
refilled. See Figure 24.
Check Valve: A check valve is located in the Reverse
Osmosis manifold, above the center sump. The check
valve prevents a backward flow of product water from
the storage tank to drain. A backward flow could dam-
age the Reverse Osmosis Membrane. See Figure 24.
Flow Control: Water flow to the drain is restricted by the
flow control. It maintains the desired flow rate to obtain
the highest quality drinking water. The flow control is
located inside the elbow fitting on the Reverse Osmosis
manifold drain port. See Figure 24.
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PRODUCT
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1. Water enters prefilter. Sand, silt and other sediments are reduced. Chlorine is also reduced.
2. Water leaves prefilter and proceeds to the Reverse Osmosis Cartridge.
3. Water enters the Reverse Osmosis membrane. Dissolved solids are reduced.
4. Processed water leaves the Reverse Osmosis Membrane and flows to the storage tank.
5. Waste water with dissolved solids leave the Reverse Osmosis membrane and flows to the drain.
6. Faucet is activated.
7. Processed water leaves the storage tank and flows to the post filter filtered to ensure fresh taste.
8. Water flows to the Reverse Osmosis faucet.
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PREFILTER/POSTFILTER MAINTENANCE
NOTE: It is recommended to replace the battery, prefilter
and postfilter cartridges at least every 6months of prod-
uct water use. Replace more often if they begin to plug
with sediments.
The prefilter and postfilter are replaceable sediment car-
tridges with activated carbon in its composition. See
Figure 25. You must periodically replace the prefilter and
postfilter cartridge. This will protect the RO membrane
from being destroyed by chlorine. It will also prevent the
filters from plugging with sediments.
You may notice a slower output of product water as the
prefilter and postfilter build up with sediments. Replace
the prefilter and postfilter cartridges when this occurs. You
should replace the battery whenever you replace the car-
tridges.
RO MEMBRANE CARTRIDGE MAINTENANCE
The Reverse Osmosis cartridge is a tightly wound special
membrane. See Figure 25. The membrane reduces the dis-
solved solids and organic matter. The life of the Reverse
Osmosis membrane cartridge depends mostly on the pH
and hardness of the supply water. (see specifications).
Cartridge life is shorter with higher pH. For example, if
supply water pH is from 6.8 to Z7, the cartridge may last
for well over one year. However, cartridge life may be as
short as 6months if the pH is as high as 8.5 to 10. Higher
pH weakens the cartridge membrane and causes pin-hole
leaks. It's time to replace the Reverse Osmosis cartridge
when the production rate and/or quality of product water
drops. Product water may begin to taste different or bad,
indicating solids and organics are passing through the
Reverse Osmosis membrane. See Reverse Osmosis car-
tridge replacement.
REVERSE OSOMOSIS CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT
Complete the following steps to replace the cartridges.
1. If possible, turn off the water supply to the RO system.
2. Remove (turn to the left) the pre filter cartridge from
the filter head to relieve pressure on the Reverse
Osmosis cartridge.
3. Remove the Reverse Osmosis cartridge.
4. Remove the postfilter cartridge.
5. Discard the cartridges in a proper manner.
6. Install new cartridges in reverse order (postfilter,
Reverse Osmosis and then prefilter). Turn cartridges to
the right to re-attach to the filter heads.
Z Remove and replace the timer battery. See Figure 14.
8. Turn on the water supply to the RO system.
9. Purge the Reverse Osmosis membrane cartridge. See
page 17 for instructions.
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PREFILTER/POSTFILTER CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT
Complete the following steps to replace the cartridges.
1. If possible, turn off the water supply to the RO system.
2. Remove the pre filter cartridge (turn to the left) from
the filter head. Then remove the post filter cartridge.
3. Discard the cartridges in a proper manner.
4. Install new cartridges in reverse order (postfilter first,
then pre filter). Turn cartridges to the right to re-attach
to the filter heads.
5. Remove and replace the timer battery. See Figure 14.
6. Turn on the water supply to the RO system.
7. Purge the Reverse Osmosis membrane cartridge. See
page 17 for instructions.
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