R-Can RO-QC3 User manual

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Please read this manual carefully
before attempting installation.
Part #: RO-QC3, RO-QC4, RO-QC4P
System Conforms to ANSI/NSF
Standards 58 for Performance Class
(see data sheet)
R.O. Installation & Service Guide

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In tro duc tion
The R-Can
Advanced Water Products
reverse osmosis drinking water system is designed for easy installation and
maintenance. You will insure a successful installation as well as reliable operation by carefully reading this manual and
following the operational guidelines. Please note that routine maintenance is essential to the longevity and performance
of the system.
Recommended Filter and Membrane Replacement Schedule.
Filters should be changed every six to
twelve months depending on the quality of the feed water supply.
.
The R-Can
Advanced Water Products
installation
should comply with all local laws and regulations. Manufacturer recommends a TDS test every six months.
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Please read this entire instruction manual prior to installation!
Please read this entire instruction manual prior to installation!
The R-Can Advanced Water Products R.O. System
conforms to ANSI/NSF Standards 58 for performance claims as
verifi ed and sustained by test data. All pre and post fi ltration demands
were removed prior to contaminant reduction performance testing
by the Water Quality Association laboratory.
Preparation
Preparation
Check the following list of components to ensure that all parts are packed with your system:
1 - RO System
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1 - Storage Tank
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1 - Faucet
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1 - Installation Kit
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Determine the location for the installation of the RO system, including system, faucet, and storage tank. Avoid
locations where the system might come in contact with hot water pipes or other hazards. Inspect the location
for the faucet hole to prevent damaging any underlying pipes or wires.

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Starting Your Installation
STEP 1: Drilling the Faucet Hole
STEP 1: Drilling the Faucet Hole
The product water faucet may be installed on any fl at
surface at least 2” in diameter. Check the underside of
the location for interference.
Porcelain/Enamel Sinks
A 3/8” variable speed drill is rec om mend ed for this
procedure. A spring loaded Relton style drill set is
strongly recommended to prevent chipping.
The plastic sleeve supplied on the pilot drill is to be
positioned on the drill bit against the drill chuck. This
prevents the chuck from contacting the porcelain after
the pilot hole has been completed.
Avoid high motor RPM during the initial cutting of the
porcelain as this can cause chipping.
Using a carbide tipped drill bit, drill a pilot hole
completely through the porcelain and the material
underneath.
Place the spring loaded por ce lain saw into the drill
chuck. Make sure the pilot guide is in sert ed tightly.
Insert the pilot guide into the pilot hole. Push down
gently on the drill motor to apply light pressure to the
por ce lain surface. Start the drill motor turning as slowly
as possible.
After the initial cut has started, motor speed may be
gradually increased. The cut may require three to
four minutes to com plete. Going faster could result in
excessive chipping.
Be sure a complete ring has been cut through the
porcelain to the ma te ri al underneath.
Place the fi nish hole saw into the drill chuck. Make sure
the pilot guide is inserted tightly. Insert the pilot guide
into the pilot hole. Begin cut using a slow speed
and light pressure until the porcelain has been penetrated
to the material underneath.
Stainless Steel Sink
Make a small indent to mark the desired drilling location
using a center punch. Drill a pilot hole with a 1/8” met al
drill bit. Enlarge the hole using a 1” metal drill bit.
Tile Counter Top
Tile Counter Top
Follow the procedures outlined in the Porcelain/Enamel
Sinks section.
Faucet Installation
Once the hole has been drilled in the sink, the faucet may
be located in the hole. Be sure the faucet body, faucet
base, and the rubber faucet base washer are in place
above the sink (See illustration on page 5).
Install the star lock washer and nut, then tighten fi rmly
while aligned fau cet in the desired direction. Once the
faucet is installed, screw the connector fi tting provided
onto the bottom of the faucet stem and tighten.
Drilling with the recommended
Relton cut ter
Caution: Do not use this system where the water is microbiologically unsafe or
of unknown quality. This system is for use on potable water only. Source water
exceeding the chem i cal perimeters (listed above) requires pretreatment.

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Tapping into the Cold Water Line
STEP 2: Shut Off the Water
Locate the water shut-off valve for the cold water feed line
that you have chosen to use for the supply.
Accidentally
hooking up the system to the hot 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 faucets. After the water is
warm, feel the pipes underneath the sink to identify the
hot and cold.
Close the cold water valve. Turn on the cold water faucet
only to assure that the line is completely shut off and the
line is drained. If no shut off valve is located under the
sink, turn off the main supply at the entry to the house.
Place the clamp over the cold water supply line. The
aluminum spacer has two sides to adapt to different tubing
sizes. Use the small radius for 3/8” tubing and the large
radius for tubing through 5/8”. Use the clamp screw to
attach the saddle to the copper pipe. Tighten the brass
clamp screw with a 7/16” wrench.
Do not over tighten the clamp. The clamp should be
secure and resist a slight twisting force. Turn the saddle-
tapping valve clockwise until the needle fully pierces the
tubing and the valve seats. For maximum fl ow, back the
handle out all the way. Adjust as required.
Check for Leaks
Turn on the cold water supply. Check the saddle-tapping
valve for leaks. Allow the water to run for a minute
to clear any possible debris from the saddle-tapping
device.
If fl ow from the faucet is reduced, remove, clean, and
reinstall the faucet aerator.
STEP 4: Installing the Drain Clamp
STEP 4: Installing the Drain Clamp
Select a location for the drain hole based on the design
of the plumbing. Position the drain outlet saddle on the
drainpipe. Allow adequate space for drilling. Tighten
the bolts evenly on both sides. Avoid over tightening.
Using the opening in the drain outlet saddle as a guide,
drill a 1/4” hole in the drainpipe. Clean debris from the
saddle and threads.
NOTE: Some local laws and regulations require
the use of an air gap faucet. To assure compliance
check your local plumbing code. Locate the drain
con nec tion away from the garbage disposal to pre vent
potential contamination and system fouling.
Note: Do not tamper with the air valve on the storage
tank. It has been preset and screwed on with blue cap
by the manufacturers.
(1) Wrap the threads on the top of the water storage tank
3 times with plumbers (Tefl on) tape only. Make sure it is
tight, but not over tight.
(2) Connect the tank ball valve assembly to the top of
the water storage tank.
(3) Connect the tube from the RO module to the water
storage tank.
STEP 3: Mounting the Tank Ball Valve
STEP 3: Mounting the Tank Ball Valve

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Mounting the Filters & Membrane
STEP 5: Mounting the Filters &
STEP 5: Mounting the Filters &
Membrane
Screw the fi lters onto the mounting head starting from
left to right in the order listed below, match ing the fi l ter
label to the respective position la beled on the mount ing
head.
Important: Remove the black protective cap from the
mem brane before screwing in place.
Model
PreFilter
Carbon
Membrane
PostFilter
RO-QC3
AWP5621
RO-QCM50
AWP5633
RO-QC4
AWP5605
AWP5633 RO-QCM50
AWP5633
RO-QC4P
AWP5605
AWP5633 RO-QCM50
AWP5633
STEP 6: Tubing Connection
STEP 6: Tubing Connection
For RO Systems, determine the location for the storage
tank. A maximum distance from tank to faucet is 15
feet. The fastest fl ow at the faucet can be achieved
by minimizing the length of the tubing from tank to
faucet.
For ease of installation all tubing is
individually labelled and colour coded .
1/4” Red -
Connects the feed water valve to the
pre-fi lter.
3/8” Blue -
Connects the RO membrane
product port to the stor age tank.
1/4” Black -
Connects the membrane brine port to
the drain connector.
3/8” White -
Connects the postfi lter to the
faucet.
3/8” Black -
Connects faucet to drain saddle under
sink.
Fittings and Tubing
Fittings and Tubing
John Guest™ fi ttings are used throughout the system.
To insure an optimal seal, tubing should be cut with the
end square. An angled cut or distortion of the tubing will
not provide an effi cient seal and may cause leaks.
To install a tube, push it through the collet until it seats
fi rmly. To remove a tube, push in the collet and pull out
the tube.
STEP 7: Activating System for the First
STEP 7: Activating System for the First
Time
Make sure all water supply/drain lines are secure and
free from leakage.
Slowly turn the saddle valve counterclockwise until fully
open. Check stem seal for leakage. If necessary tighten
stem nut lightly.
Turn storage tank valve one quar ter turn counterclockwise
to open the valve (the handle should be in line with the
tubing as it enters the connection).
Open the product water faucet and let the water fl ow until
all the air has been expelled from the system. This will
take about an hour for an RO system.
Close the product water faucet. In 30 minutes, check the
con nec tions for leaks and correct if necessary.

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System and Faucet Diagrams
R-CAN System
R-CAN System
(RO-QC4)
STEP 8: Ice Maker Hook-Up (Optional)
STEP 8: Ice Maker Hook-Up (Optional)
If your refrigerator is less than 25feet to your RO unit, 1/4” polypropylene plastic tubing is recommended. If your
refrigerator is greater than 25 feet from your RO unit, 3/8” tubing is rec om mend ed.
Do not use cop per tub ing as an
objectionable ice cube taste can re sult
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To begin, install a tee in the white tubing between the fi nal fi l ter and the faucet. Next, it is recommended to in stall a
ball valve in the line to the ice maker. This will al low storage tank pressure to in crease suffi eiently for the ice mak er
so le noid to op er ate prop er ly. Leave the ball valve in the closed po si tion un til the tank is full after start up
procedure is completed.
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R-CAN System
R-CAN System
(RO-QC4P)

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R-CAN System
R-CAN System
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Troubleshooting & Maintenance
Filter Maintenance
Filters should be changed every six to twelve months depending on the quality of the feed water supply.
RO System Maintenance
RO System Maintenance
1) Open the RO faucet and let the tank drain completely. Leave the faucet open until the fi lter change is complete.
2) Remove the pre-sediment cartridge - Sim ply turn the pre-fi lter cartridge counterclockwise and remove it. This will
automatically shut off the water supply at the RO.
3) Remove the pre-carbon cartridge - Simply turn the pre-fi l ter counterclockwise and re move it.
4) Remove the membrane cartridge - The membrane may be reused indefi nitely as long as the TDS level and other
troubleshooting guidelines are met.
4) Remove the post-carbon cartridge - Simply turn the post-carbon cartridge counter-clock wise and re move it.
5) Install the new fi lters in the opposite order from removal.
6) Install the new pre-fi lter cartridge last. This will automatically turn on the system.
7) Drain the fi rst tank of water after changing the fi lters before drinking. When the membrane is changed, drain the
fi rst two tanks of water before drinking.
Do Not Use the First Two Reservoirs of Water.
Do Not Use the First Two Reservoirs of Water.
Allow the res er voir to fi ll for 4-6 hours. Dis pense this wa ter to drain. This process removes the factory
installed sanitizing solution from the entire system and sends it to the drain. Repeat this process one more
time. Allow the tank to fi ll for 4-6 hours and dispense this water to the drain.
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Conditions for operation TFC - Thin Film Com pos ite
R-CAN warranties the reverse osmosis system to be free from defects in ma te ri als and work man ship
under normal use within the operating pa ram e ters listed below. For a period of three years from
the date of purchase, we will repair or replace any part of the reverse osmosis system with the
exception of the fi lters, membrane and battery. The RO membrane carries a one-year warranty.
Conditions of Warranty
The above warranty shall not apply to any part of the reverse osmosis system that is damaged due
to neglect, misuse, alteration, accident, misapplication, physical damage, fouling, and/or scaling
of the membrane (by minerals, bacterial attack and/or sediment), fi re, frozen water, hot water, or
an Act of God.
R-CAN assumes no warranty liability in connection with this reverse osmosis system other than
as specifi ed herein. We shall not be liable for consequential damages of any kind or nature due
to the use of R-CAN products.
R-CAN will provide warranty service under the fol low ing conditions:
1)
Contact your local dealer who will obtain authorization and return instructions from R-CAN.
2) Ship the unit or part freight prepaid to R-CAN for warranty evaluation or service. Unit must be
returned in the original carton or packaged to prevent possible damage. Systems or parts covered
under the warranty shall be repaired (or, at our option, replaced) and returned without charge.
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Limited War ran ty
425 Clair Rd. W. P.O. Box 1719
Guelph, Ontario Canada N1H7X4
TEL: [phone] FAX: [phone]
R-CAN Enviromental Inc