Puricom CT8 User manual

RO DRINKING SYSTEM
CT8
USER MANUAL
/ Standard 5 Stage Version

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION ..............................................................................1
2. WHAT IS REVERSE OSMOSIS (RO)...............................................2
3. SAFETY INFORMATION ..................................................................3
4. SPECIFICATION...............................................................................5
5. INLET WATER REQUIREMENT.......................................................5
6. HOW QUICK CONNECTORS WORK ..............................................5
7. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION...............................................................6
8. FLOW CHART ..................................................................................7
9. ACCESSORIES ................................................................................8
10. FILTER FUNCTION DESCRIPTION & RECOMMENDED FILTER
REPLACEMENT...................................................................................9
11. INSTALLATION DIAGRAM .............................................................10
12. INSTALLATION...............................................................................11
13. HOW TO MOUNT THE WATER PURIFIER ON WALL...................14
14. FILTER REPLACEMENT ( for 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 5th stage ) ..........15
15. RO MEMBRANE REPLACEMENT.................................................17
16. TROUBLESHOOTING....................................................................19

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INTRODUCTION:
We sincerely thank you for purchasing Puricom CT8-R3 RO system. To
ensure your safety and satisfaction, please read through this manual before
use.
As the environment continues to deteriorate, it is increasingly difficult to
obtain a reliable source of clean, pure, healthy drinking water. That is why
PURICOM chooses to use RO membranes with the highest quality and
other relevant technologies to develop series of versatile and economical
RO water purifiers, and thus able to provide pure and healthy water.
You will find Puricom CT8-R3 RO system very easy to maintain, with
its quick, simple, sanitary filter replacements. The good tasty water flows
directly a special is also perfect for beverages such as coffee, tea and
lemonade.
Please read this manual carefully, paying attention especially to
maintenance procedures and safety information. With all gratitude, we
assure you a constant, sustainable supply of pure healthy water.

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WHAT IS REVERSE OSMOSIS (RO):
To fully understand the technology of Reverse Osmosis, it is a must to
understand normal osmosis. Osmosis is a natural process that occurs in all
living things. For instance, osmosis permits water and nutrient absorption
through the root system of plants; similarly, nutrition is assimilated from
blood to cells in the human body. The drawings below help further explain
the principle of reverse osmosis.
As water exerts pressure on the semi-permeable membrane, the purified
(or filtered) water passes through the pores of the membrane, while the
rejected (or concentrated) is diverted to the drain. When the diameter of
the pores is less than 0.0001 microns, only pure water and a balanced
quantity of minerals (sodium, potassium, calcium, and magnesium, etc) can
pass through; while other substances (such as bacteria, viruses, metals,
pesticides, chemical products, etc) are eliminated during the process.
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0.0001μm 5μm
1μm
0.4-1μm
0.02-0.4μm
Common filter diameter
Precise filter diameter
Bacteria diameter
Virus diameter
RO membrane pore
Water
pressure Feed water
RO
membrane
Drain water
Pure
water
Antitelescoping
Device
Perforated Central Tube
Feed Solution
Feed Channel Spacer
Feed Channel Spacer
Membrane
Outer Wrap
Permeate Collection
Material
Concentrate
Permeate

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SAFETY INFORMATION:
Please read this information to prevent property loss and to ensure your
safety.
INSTALLATION SAFETY
1. Keep the product away from inammable gas or burnable materials.
2. Do not install the unit near heaters.
3. Do not spray with water. Use a damp cloth to clean.
4. The length of the water inlet hose must be shorter than 5m.
If longer;product performance may be degraded.
5. Do not use with hot water. Optimal inlet water temperature is 5℃- 45℃.
6. Inlet water pressure is 15 - 45 PSI.
7. Water analysis TDS should not exceed 1000 PPM . Hardness should not
exceed 250 PPM.
8. Ensure the inlet, outlet and drain connections are correct and that the drain
point is not blocked.
9. The filtration system installation shall comply with state and local laws
and regulations. Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe, of
unknown quality, or without adequate disinfection before or after the system.

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OPERATION SAFETY
1.If water leaks from the product, cut off the supply valve and call Customer
Service.
2.Use or place the unit on an even surface and do not apply force to the
unit.
3.When water is stored or the product is not in use for a long time, drain all
water from the storage tank before use.
4.Periodical filter replacement is prerequisite for clean water. If filters are
overused, the performance of lters is degraded.
5. Use with Puricom lter products to maintain expected product lifespan and
performance.
6. After activated carbon lter replacement, a certain amount of carbon nes
may be introduced to the water. It is food grade activated carbon particles
and is harmless to the body.
7. Before using the lter for the rst time or after replacement of the carbon
filter run water for a few minutes, till the water runs clear, to rinse any
carbon nes from the lter.
8.Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight or high humidity environment.
The optimal room temperature for the unit is 4℃- 40℃.

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SPECIFICATION:
INLET WATER REQUIREMENT:
Model CT8-R3 without PUMP
Capacity 50 GPD
Storage Tank 13L
Size D14cm × W34cm × H44.5cm
Inlet water TDS < 1000 ppm
Inlet water pressure 15 - 45 psi
Total hardness < 250 ppm
Temperature 5- 45
HOW QUICK CONNECTORS WORK:
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Collet (Do not remove)
Insert tubing
Push collet in
and pull tube out
1.
2.
safety clip
1. Remove the safety clip from under the collet, push in the collet, and
pull the tube out.
2. Ensure the tube is clean and free of burrs. Push the tube into the
connector until it stops. At last, pull tube out a little bit and replace the
safety clip.
To disconnect To connect

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:
A
1
C
B
4
2
3
5
A Lighten Bracket 1 1st Stage Pre-lter
B Shut-off Valve 2 2nd Stage Pre-lter
CQ-PACK Storage Tank 33rd Stage Pre-lter
4 4th Stage RO Membrane
5 5th Stage Post Filter

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FLOW CHART:
OUT
IN
1 2 3
TANK
Drain
Shut-off Valve
RO
Feed Water In To Faucet
5
4

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ACCESSORIES:
Accessories Pack ( * for optional )
A. PE tube B. Drain clamp C.Feed water ball valve
D. Feed water connector E. Faucet F. PVC plug and screws
Filters ( * for optional )
G. 1st Stage- PP 5μ lter H. 2nd Stage- Carbon lter
I. 3rd Stage- Carbon / CTO / PP 1μ lter J. 4th Stage- RO membrane
K. 5th Stage- Carbon / Remineralizing / Silver Carbon
A B C D
EF G H
FT-82 FT-83
I-1
*
FT-83
I-1
*
FT-84
I-1
*
FT-92
*
K-1
*
FT-86
K-2
*
FT-87
K-3
*
FT-88
J

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FILTER FUNCTION DESCRIPTION & RECOMMENDED
FILTER REPLACEMENT:
STAGE FILTER FUNCTION REPLACEMENT
INTERVAL
FT-82 PP 5μ Traps dirt, rust, and other impurities. 3~6 months
FT-83
(G.A.C.)
Carbon
Removes chemicals and odors, such
as chlorine and chemical fertilizer.
Set before the RO membrane can
protect it from being damaged.
3~6 months
FT-82 PP 1μ
Fine traps dirt, rust, and other
impurities.
3~6 months
FT-92
Carbon
Block
Removes fine particles and harmful
pollutants.
Set before the RO membrane can
protect it from being damaged.
3~6 months
RO Membrane
This high technology, semi permeable
membrane effectively takes out TDS,
viruses, bacteria, slime, heavy metal,
pesticides, and chemicals etc. Harmful
impurities separated by the RO
membrane are diverted to the drain.
1~3 years
FT-86
Post
(G.A.C.)Carbon
Drinking water enters this filter after
the storage tank and is used as final
polishing lter before the faucet.
It removes objectionable tastes and
odors.
12 months
FT-87
Post
Remineralizing
Drinking water enters this filter after
the storage tank. Remineralize
drinking water and raises its pH level.
12 months
FT-88
Post
Silver Carbon
Drinking water enters this filter after
the storage tank and is used as final
polishing lter before the faucet.
Silver ion adds good antibacterial
property and high safety.
12 months
Note:
Water analysis by qualied dealer is required to determine optimal lifespan.
Frequent use or bad quality feed water shortens lter lifespan. If water pressure
and water quality are not within limits, please contact your distributor to make
proper modications.
1
2
3
3
5
4

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INSTALLATION DIAGRAM:
B
D
A
A
D
C
B
B
C
CFeed Water
Drain
Pressure Tank
Pure Water

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A. Feed Water Assembly
4
3
2
1
INSTALLATION:
1.Turn off the feed water supply, and
disconnect the existing cold water line
from the existing cold water supply
valve.
2.Wrap several turns of seal tape on the
new feed water connector and install
it with the black washer on the existing
cold water supply valve.
3.Reinstall the existing cold water line on
the new feed water connector. Wrap
several turns of seal tape on the ball
valve and install it on the new feed
water connector.
4.
Refer to p.10 . Connect the PE tube
and complete the feed water assembly.

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B. Drain Clamp Assembly
1 2 3
1.Drill a 6mm hole on the existing drain pipe.
2.Tighten the drain clamp evenly on both sides.
3.
Refer to p.10 .
Connect the PE tube and complete the drain clamp
assembly.
C. Storage Tank Assembly
1 2
1.Connect the PE tube to the quick connector.
2.Refer to p.10 . Connect the other end of the PE tube to the lter unit’s
“to tank” outlet.
※How quick connectors work can refer to p.5.

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1.Make sure all connections and filters are
properly installed.
2.Allow a tank of water to rinse through system
before first time use.
E. Notice Before Using
1
4
2 3
D. Faucet Assembly
2 centimeters from the end of the tube. Place the spacer into the end
of the tube.
4.Put the end of the tube into the bottom of the faucet and tighten the nut
to complete the faucet assembly. Refer to p.10 .
1.Drill a 12mm hole on the right or left hand side of
the sink.
2.Install the new faucet in the sink hole, and
from below the sink, assemble the mounting
hardware.
3.Slide the nut from the bottom of the faucet onto
the end of the tube. Then place the seal on the
end of the tube and slide down to about

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HOW TO MOUNT THE WATER PURIFIER ON WALL:
1 2 3
4 5 6
1.Drill 6mm holes.
2.Hammer in PVC plugs into the wall.
3.Use a screwdriver to screw the screws into the PVC plugs. The depth of screw
protrusion must be uniform (10mm)to avoid damage to unit body.
4.Aim at the hole of the bracket.
5.Hang up the purier and nish.
6.Or it can be placed on the counter leaning against the wall.
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FILTER REPLACEMENT (FOR 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 5th STAGE ):
1 2 3
4 5 6
LoosenLoosen TightenTighten
1. Turn off feed water at the feed water valve.
2. Turn off the storage tank ball valve.
3. Turn on the faucet to release pressure from the tubing.
4. Follow the arrow direction to unscrew the old lter.
5. Replace the lter.
6. Follow the arrow direction to screw the new lter.

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7 8 9
7. Turn on feed water at the feed water valve.
8. Turn on the storage tank ball valve.
9. Allow a tank of water to rinse through the system before use.

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RO MEMBRANE REPLACEMENT:
5 6 7
1 2 3
1. Turn off feed water at the feed water valve.
2. Turn off the storage tank ball valve.
3. Turn on the faucet to release pressure from the tubing.
4. Pull the disposable RO lter from the bracket.
5. Remove the elbow connector out the top and bottom of the RO cartridge.
6. Remove the protection caps from the top and bottom of the new RO
cartridge.