TMC V2 Pure User manual

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V2
Pure
Reverse Osmosis System
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ENGLISH ...................................................................................................................................................................................................1
FRANÇAIS............................................................................................................................................................................................. 11
DEUTSCH...............................................................................................................................................................................................13
NEDERLANDS...............................................................................................................................................................................19
ITALIANO...............................................................................................................................................................................................25
ESPAÑOL.................................................................................................................................................................................................31
PORTUGUÊS....................................................................................................................................................................................37
V2 Pure 50 - su table for produc ng up to 50 US gal/425 UK gal/188 l tres per day*
V2Pure 75 – su table for produc ng up to 75 US gal/63 UK gal/285 l tres per day*
V2Pure 100 – su table for produc ng up to 100 US gal/84 UK gal/380 l tres per day*
* NB: RO w ter production c p cities nd cont min nt rejection r tes re b sed on n mbient temper ture of 25°C nd
m ins w ter oper ting pressure of 50 psi ( pprox 3.5 b r). Ple se note th t the RO w ter production c p city nd
cont min nt rejection r tes will be reduced t lower mbient temper tures nd in re s of lower m ins w ter pressures so
this must be t ken into ccount when choosing the correct RO model for your requirements.
V2 Pure 50 - L efert b s zu 188 L ter Wasser pro Tag*
V2Pure 75 – L efert b s zu 285 L ter Wasser pro Tag*
V2Pure 100 – L efert b s zu 380 L ter Wasser pro Tag*
* Hinweis: UO-W sserleistung und Sch dstoff-Entfernungsr ten b sieren uf einer Umgebungstemper tur von 25°C und
einem Leitungsw sser-Betriebsdruck von c . 3,5 B r. Bitte be chten Sie, d ss UO-W sserleistung und Sch dstoff-
Entfernungsr ten bei geringeren Umgebungstemper turen und in Regionen mit niedrigerem Leitungsw sserdruck reduziert
sein werden. Dies ist bei der W hl des korrekten UO-Modells für Ihre Anforderungen unbedingt zu berücksichtigen.
V2 Pure 50 - Appare l permettant la product on de 188 l tres d’eau par jour*
V2Pure 75 – Appare l permettant la product on de 285 l tres d’eau par jour*
V2Pure 100 – Appare l permettant la product on de 380 l tres d’eau par jour*
*N.B.: les débits de production d’e u pour l’osmose inverse et les t ux de rejet de subst nces cont min ntes sont b sés sur
une tempér ture mbi nte de 25ºC et une pression de service de l’e u de ville de 3,5 b r environ. Il convient de noter qu’en
présence de tempér tures mbi ntes inférieures, et d ns les zones à pression de service de l’e u de ville plus b sses, on
obtient des débits de production d’e u pour l’osmose inverse et des t ux de rejet de subst nces cont min ntes inférieurs :
vous devez en tenir compte lorsque vous choisissez le modèle d’ pp reil d’osmose inverse répond nt à vos exigences.
V2 Pure 50 - Adecuado para produc r hasta 188 l tros de agua al día*
V2Pure 75 – Adecuado para produc r hasta 285 l tros de agua al día**
V2Pure 100 – Adecuado para produc r hasta 380 l tros de agua al día*
*NB: L s c p cid des de producción de gu por osmosis invers y los índices de elimin ción de cont min ntes se b s n en
un temper tur mbiente de 25ºC y un presión de gu de 50 psi ( proxim d mente 3,5 b res). Observe que l
c p cid d de producción de gu por osmosis invers y los índices de elimin ción de cont min ntes se verán reducidos
temper tur s mbiente más b j s y en áre s en l s que l presión de gu se inferior. Debe tener esto en cuent cu ndo
elij el modelo de osmosis invers decu do sus necesid des.
V2 Pure 50 - Própr o para produz r até 188 l tros de água por d a*
V2Pure 75 – Própr o para produz r até 285 l tros de água por d a*
V2Pure 100 – Própr o para produz r até 380 l tros de água por d a*
* NB: As c p cid des de produção de águ em OI e s t x s de rejeição de cont min ntes têm por b se um temper tur
mbiente de 25° C e um pressão de funcion mento de águ de rede de 50 psi ( proxim d mente 3.5 b r). Por f vor
not r que c p cid de de produção de águ de OI e s t x s de rejeição de cont min ntes
sofrerão um redução em c so de temper tur s mbientes inferiores e em zon s em que pressão d águ de rede sej
inferior, pelo que esses f ctores devem ser tidos em cont qu ndo d escolh do modelo de OI correcto p r s
necessid des específic s
V2 Pure 50 - Adatto per la produz one d c rca 188 l tr d acqua al g orno*
V2Pure 75 – Adatto per la produz one d c rca 285 l tr d acqua al g orno*
V2Pure 100 – Adatto per la produz one d c rca 380 l tr d acqua al g orno*
*Not : l c p cità di produzione di cqu RO e l percentu le di elimin zione dei cont min nti sono b s te su un
temper tur mbiente di 25°C e su un pressione oper tiv dell’ cqu d rete idric p ri 50 psi (circ 3,5 b r). A
temper ture mbient li più b sse e in ree nelle qu li l pressione oper tiv dell’ cqu di rete idric si inferiore i v lori
specific ti, l c p cità di produzione dell’ cqu RO e l percentu le di elimin zione dei cont min nti s r nno ridotte. Ciò v
tenuto in consider zione l momento di scegliere il modello RO degu to lle proprie necessità.
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V2
Pure
INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION AND USE
Important Safety Information - Please Read Carefully
- Installation of this V2Pure RO System and the connection of the system to the mains
water supply is a relatively simple process. However we strongly recommend that, if
you do not have experience of such installations, this work is carried out by a qualified
plumber.
- Ensure that the mains water supply is turned off before installing and connecting the
RO system to the mains water supply or before carrying out any maintenance to the
RO system.
- RO reject water IS NOT SUITABLE FOR DRINKING.
- Dispose of this unit responsibly. Check with your local authority for disposal
information.
- When cutting the RO flexible tubing always ensure that the tubing is cut straight
and cleanly. Please Note: Failure to do so could result in operating problems and/or
leaks.
Typic l Inst ll tion di gr m - to be dded
Reverse Osmosis System
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PARTS LIST - V2Pure
1. Wall mounting bracket.
2. Feed water (mains water)
inlet (to order replacement 90°
hosetail including hosetail locking
nut order code 5873).
3. 10” 5 micron sediment filter
housing (transparent housing)
(order code 5870).
4. Filter housing ‘O’ ring A (not
shown - on the threaded part of
the housing) (order code 5883).
5. Filter housing ‘O’ ring B (not
shown - inside housing lid)
(order code 5884).
6. 10” 5 micron sediment filter
cartridge (order code 5863).
7. 10” active carbon block filter
housing (white housing) (order
code 5869).
8. 10” active carbon block filter
including 2pcs of flat rubber
gaskets (order code 5862).
9. Integrated pressure gauge (order
code 5887).
10. 90° connecting elbow hosetail
including locking nuts (order
code 5873).
11. RO membrane water inlet 90°
connecting elbow hosetail
including locking nut (order code
5874).
12. RO membrane housing end cap.
13. RO membrane housing end cap ‘O’ ring (not shown - inside housing end cap)
(order code 5885).
14. RO membrane housing including end cap and ‘O rings (order code 5871).
15. RO membrane housing ‘O’ ring (not shown - on the threaded part of the housing)
(order code 5886).
16. Pure water outlet (to order a replacement 90° connecting elbow hosetail
including locking nut order code 5874).
17. Reject water 90° connecting elbow hosetail including locking nut (order code
5874).
18. Flow restrictor with combined manual flush valve (50 = order code 5879,
75 = order code 5880, 100 = order code 5881).
19. Flow restrictor connecting T piece and locking nuts (not shown) (order code 5876).
20. Reject water outlet (to order a replacement flow restrictor straight outlet
hosetail order code 5872).
21. RO membrane - not shown (50 = order code 5858, 75 = order code 5859,
100 = order code 5860).
22. Self piercing “C” clamp water connection fitting (order code 5868).
23. 2m 1/4" RO flexible tubing (WHITE feed water tubing) (order code 5866 - per
metre).
24. 2m 1/4" RO flexible tubing (BLUE pure water
tubing) (order code 5865 - per metre).
25. 2m 1/4" RO flexible tubing (RED reject water
tubing) (order code 5864 - per metre).
26. Filter housing tool (order code 5882).
27. Drain saddle clamp (order code 5867).
28. Dust prevention plugs (if installed).
DIMENSIONS - V2Pure and V2Pure Advanced
1
2
Feed
Water
IN
Pure Water
OUT
Reject Water
OUT
3
6
7
9
10
11
12
14
16
201
17
350mm wide x 385mm high x 150 deep
26
2
22
27
25
24
23
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1. Wall mounting bracket.
2. Feed water (mains water)
inlet (to order replacement 90°
hosetail including hosetail locking
nut order code 5873).
3. 10” 5 micron sediment filter
housing (transparent housing)
(order code 5870).
4. Filter housing ‘O’ ring A (not
shown - on the threaded part of
the housing) (order code 5883).
5. Filter housing ‘O’ ring B (not
shown - inside housing lid) (order
code 5884).
6. 10” 5 micron sediment filter
cartridge (order code 5863).
7. 10” active carbon block filter
housing (white housing) (order
code 5869).
8. 10” active carbon block filter
including 2pcs of flat rubber
gaskets (order code 5862).
9. Integrated pressure gauge (order
code 5887).
10. 90° connecting elbow hosetail
including locking nuts (order code
5873).
11. RO membrane water inlet 90°
connecting elbow hosetail
including locking nut (order code
5874).
12. RO membrane housing end cap.
13. RO membrane housing end cap ‘O’ ring (not shown -
inside housing end cap) (order code 5885).
14. RO membrane housing including end cap and ‘O rings
(order code 5871).
15. RO membrane housing ‘O’ ring (not shown - on the
threaded part of the housing) (order code 5886).
16. Pure water outlet.
17. Reject water 90° connecting elbow hosetail including locking
nut (order code 5874).
18. Flow restrictor with combined manual flush valve (50 = order
code 5879, 75 = order code 5880, 100 = order code 5881).
19. Flow restrictor connecting T piece and locking nuts (not
shown) (order code 5876).
20. Reject water outlet (to order a replacement flow
restrictor straight outlet hosetail order code 5872).
21. RO membrane - not shown (50 = order code 5858,
75 = order code 5859, 100 = order code 5860).
22. Self piercing “C” clamp water connection fitting (order code 5868).
23. 2m 1/4" RO flexible tubing (WHITE feed water tubing) (order
code 5866 - per metre).
24. 2m 1/4" RO flexible tubing (BLUE pure water tubing) (order
code 5865 - per metre).
25. 2m 1/4" RO flexible tubing (RED reject water tubing) (order
code 5864 - per metre).
26. Filter housing tool (order code 5882).
27. Drain saddle clamp (order code 5867).
28. Dust prevention plugs (if installed).
29. TDS Monitor (order code 5857).
PARTS LIST - V2Pure Advanced
1
Reject Water
OUT
3
6
7
9
11
12
14
20
17
29
1
BACK VIEW
Feed
Water
IN
Pure Water
OUT
10
10
10
2
16
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PARTS REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION (NOT SUPPLIED)
1. Additional connection fittings (depending on individual installation requirements). If connecting to
a garden or washing machine tap a threaded tap connector must be purchased.
2. Additional ¼” RO flexible tubing (depending on individual installation requirements).
3. In areas of low mains water pressure (below 50 psi/3.5 bar approx) or in low ambient
temperature conditions (below 25°C) a booster pump may be required to achieve optimum
RO water production capacity.
4. Container or similar vessel for collection of pure water.
5. Suitable means for disposing of reject water.
6. Scissors or knife to cut the RO flexible tubing to the required length.
7. A spanner or similar tool for securing the “C” clamp water connection fitting to your mains
water supply pipe and the drain saddle clamp (if used).
8. Under optimum working conditions the RO membrane will remove approx. 93-98% of
contaminants from mains water. However, in areas where there are higher levels of total
dissolved solids (TDS) contaminants the percentage removal rate may be lower. Under such
conditions we would recommend the installation of additional components such as the
V2Pure De-Ionising Pod (order code 5861) which will further enhance and improve the TDS
contaminant removal efficiency of the RO system.
RO SYSTEM ASSEMBLY
Ple se Note: if inst lled, remove the dust prevention plugs (28) from the inlets nd outlets.
The V2Pure RO System is supplied almost fully assembled. After unpacking and before
installation you must:-
1. Use the filter housing tool (26) to ensure that both the 10” 5
micron sediment filter housing (transparent housing) (3) and
the 10” active carbon block filter housing (white housing) (7)
are fully tightened and secure (see photo 1).
Please Note: Failure to do so could result in operating
problems and/or leaks. DO NOT over-tighten.
2. Carefully unscrew the hosetail locking nut on the RO membrane
water inlet 90° hosetail (11) and remove the RO tubing.
3. Unscrew and remove the RO membrane housing end cap (12).
4. Carefully unpack the RO membrane (18) from its sealed
packaging.
5. Slide the RO membrane (18) into the RO membrane housing (14) ensuring that the end
with the two black sealing rings is inserted into the membrane housing (14) first.
6. Ensure that the tip/end of the RO membrane (18) is correctly located in the recess in the
end of the RO membrane housing.
7. Ensuring that the RO membrane housing end cap ‘O’ ring (13) and the RO membrane
housing ‘O’ ring (15) have not moved and are located correctly, replace the RO membrane
housing end cap (12) and fully secure.
Please Note: Failure to do so could result in
operating problems and/or leaks.
8. Carefully insert the RO tubing into the RO membrane
water inlet 90° hosetail (11) and tighten and secure the
hosetail locking nut. Please Note: Failure to do so
could result in operating problems and/or leaks.
9. Ensure the flow restrictor/manual flush valve (19) is in
the fully closed position (please see photo 2). Please
Note: Failure to do so could result in operating
problems and/or leaks.
2
1
CLOSED
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INSTALLATION
1. Position the V2Pure RO System in a location where it can be easily mounted and secured
(ideally to a vertical surface such as a wall) and where it can be easily connected to a cold
water mains supply. Please Note: the RO system must not be positioned in a location
where the temperature may fall below 0oC.
2. Ensure it can be easily accessed for cleaning and maintenance and in a position that allows
the pure water to run into a suitable collecting container or directly into your aquarium
sump, and the reject water to be disposed of or collected for other purposes.
Caution: The reject water will contain a high concentration of contaminants which should
be directed to a drain and disposed of, or be collected for use in processes that do not
require pure water, e.g. watering plants.
Caution: Reject water is NOT suitable for use as drinking water.
3. Turn off the mains water supply.
4. Ensure the surface of the cold water mains supply pipe is clean and free from dirt or
corrosion. Please Note: Failure to do so could result in operating problems and/or leaks.
5. Attach the self piercing “C” clamp water connection
fitting (22) to your cold water mains supply pipe, using
whichever side of the metal compression fitting fits your
pipe best and secure it by turning the securing bolt at the
side of the clamp in an anti-clockwise direction. Securely
tighten using a spanner or similar tool (see photo 3).
Please Note: Failure to do so could result in
operating problems and/or leaks.
6. Unscrew the hosetail locking nut (see photo 3) from the
outlet hosetail on the “C” clamp water connection fitting
(22).
7. Thread one end of RO flexible tubing (WHITE feed water
tubing) (23) through the hole in the end of the locking nut,
slide the white plastic compression ring over the end of
the tubing and then push the white insert fitting into the
end of the tubing (see photo 4).
8. Re-attach the hosetail locking nut to the outlet hosetail of
the “C” clamp water connection fitting (see photo 5) and
then securely tighten using a spanner or similar tool.
Please Note: Failure to do so could result in operating problems and/or leaks.
9. Carefully cut the RO flexible tubing (WHITE feed water
tubing) (23) so it is a suitable length to successfully connect
to the feedwater (mains water) inlet 90° hosetail (2) without
any kinks.
Caution: When cutting the RO flexible tubing always
ensure that the tubing is cut straight and cleanly. Failure to
do so could result in leaks.
Double-sided
metal
compression
fitting
Securing Bolt
White plastic
compression ring
White insert
fitting
Hosetail
locking nut
Hosetail
locking nut
3
4
5
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11. Carefully unscrew the hosetail locking nut on the feedwater (mains water) inlet 90° hosetail
(2) and thread the end of the RO flexible tubing (WHITE feed water tubing) (23) through
the hole in the end of the locking nut, and insert this end into the feedwater (mains water)
inlet 90° hosetail (2) (see photo 6).
12. Tighten and secure the feedwater (mains water) inlet 90° hosetail (2) hosetail locking nut.
Please Note: Failure to do so could result in operating problems and/or leaks.
13. To pierce the cold water mains supply pipe, carefully turn the T bar on top of the “C” clamp
in a clockwise direction so that it pierces through the wall of the pipe as far as it will go (see
photo 7).
USEFUL TIP: The V2Pure RO System can also be connected to a garden or cold water
washing machine tap by purchasing an optional threaded tap connector.
14. Carefully unscrew the hosetail locking nut on the pure water outlet 90° hosetail (16).
15. Thread one end of RO flexible tubing (BLUE pure water tubing) (24) through the hole in
the end of the locking nut, and insert this end into the pure water outlet 90° hosetail (16)
(see photo 8).
16. Tighten and secure the pure water outlet 90° hosetail (2) hosetail locking nut. Please
Note: Failure to do so could result in operating problems and/or leaks.
17. Carefully cut the RO flexible tubing (BLUE pure water tubing) (24) so it is a suitable length
to successfully run the pure water exiting the RO system to a collecting container or
similar vessel or direct to your aquarium sump without any kinks in the tubing.
18. Carefully unscrew the hosetail locking nut on the reject water outlet hosetail (20).
19. Thread one end of RO flexible tubing (RED reject water tubing) (25) through the hole in
the end of the locking nut, and insert this end into the reject water outlet hosetail (20)
(see photo 9).
20. Tighten and secure the reject water outlet hosetail locking nut. Please Note: Failure to
do so could result in operating problems and/or leaks.
21. Carefully cut the RO flexible tubing (RED reject water tubing) (25) so it is a suitable length
to successfully run the reject water exiting the RO system to a collecting container or
direct to a drain for disposal.
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USEFUL TIP: The V2Pure RO System is supplied with a drain saddle clamp (27) which can be
installed on a suitable section of 11/2” (40mm) waste pipe (i.e a section that is not flooded with
water and drains away easily for example a section of waste pipe beneath a kitchen sink) and
used to make a permanent connection for the RO reject water tubing.
To install the drain saddle clamp follow the steps below (see photo 10):-
a. Position the saddle clamp on a suitable section of 11/2” (40mm) waste pipe and mark the
waste pipe where the RO flexible tubing (RED reject water tubing) will be entering the
waste pipe.
b. Using a 6mm drill bit, carefully drill a hole in the waste pipe.
c. Re-position and secure the saddle clamp ensuring that the foam seal in the saddle clamp is
located correctly. Please Note: Failure to do so
could result in operating problems and/or leaks.
d. Carefully unscrew the hosetail locking nut on the
drain saddle clamp reject water inlet hosetail and
thread the end of the RO flexible tubing (RED reject
water tubing) (25) through the hole in the end of the
locking nut, and insert this end into the saddle clamp
reject water inlet hosetail.
e. Tighten and secure the drain saddle clamp reject
water inlet hosetail locking nut.
Please Note: The RO system MUST be stored at
temperatures above 0° C. Temperatures below 0° C
will destroy the RO membrane and filtration components.
OPERATION
1. Ensure all connections have been made correctly and
are tight and secure.
2. Turn on the mains water supply.
3. Carefully unscrew the T bar on the “C” clamp water
connection fitting (see photo 11) to allow mains water
to enter the RO system.
4. Check to ensure that there are no leaks. If leaks are
found, immediately tighten the T bar on the “C” clamp
water connection fitting to stop the water supply to
the RO system and then turn off the mains water supply.
5. Rectify any leaks and then repeat steps 1 to 4 above.
6. Once the water enters the RO system, water may
initially only be seen to exit through the RED reject water tubing (25) - this is perfectly
normal. However, after a few moments water should start to exit through the BLUE pure
water tubing (24).
Caution: For the first 30-60 minutes of operation all water collected should be disposed
of and not used because the pure water may still contain contaminants in this early stage
of operation.
Please Note: You may hear a faint hissing sound from the flow restrictor fitted on this
RO System. It is perfectly normal and the noise occurs due to the flow restrictor reducing
the water flow through the RO membrane to ensure that the RO membrane is not
overburdened and the flow through the membrane is at its optimum.
7. The RO system should be operated as and when pure water is required but in order to
prevent contamination of the filter components, it is recommended that the RO system is
operated at least every 1- 2 weeks.
8. It is also advised, if the RO system is switched on after an extended period of not being in
operation, that the membrane is immediately flushed for approximately 15-20 minutes (see
procedure 2 in ‘maintenance’ below) and that all water collected in the first 30-60 minutes
after flushing should be disposed of and not used.
9. Never allow the RO membrane to dry out as this will result in damage to the RO membrane.
10. It is strongly advised not to leave the RO system running unattended for any length of time
in case leaks or other operating problems occur.
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MAINTENANCE
1. Regularly check to ensure that the RO system is operating correctly, all connections are
tight and secure and there are no leaks in the installation.
2. To prolong the life expectancy of the RO membrane,
the RO membrane should be regularly flushed to clear
any residue that may have settled inside the membrane.
We advise that the membrane is flushed out at least
every 1-2 weeks and this is simply achieved by turning
the flow restrictor/manual flush valve (19) to the open
position (see photo 12) for approximately 15 20 minutes
which will allow a greater flow of water to pass through
the RO membrane and flush out any residue and
particles that may have settled.
3. Following a manual flush of the membrane, the flow restrictor/manual flush valve (19) must
be returned to the fully closed position (see photo 2). Please Note: Failure to do so
could result in operating problems and/or damage to the RO membrane.
Please Note: During a manual flush of the RO membrane there will be a higher
percentage of reject water created so ensure that this water can be suitably collected or
drained to waste without any problems.
Please Note: All pure water collected during a flush of the RO membrane should also be
disposed of and not used because the pure water may contain contaminants due to the
flushing process.
4. Periodically check and replace the 5 micron sediment pre-filter, the active carbon block
filter and the RO membrane, as they will gradually become blocked and the RO water
production capacity and performance will be reduced.
USEFUL TIP: The 5 micron sediment pre-filter is enclosed inside a transparent filter housing
which provides a good visual indicator of when the filter is dirty and needs to be changed,
so at this stage it is also advisable to check the active carbon filter.
5. The following provides a simple guideline to when the components should ideally be
replaced:-
5 micron sediment pre filter Every 6 months*
Active carbon block filter Every 6 months*
RO membrane Every 2-3 years*
Flow restrictor/manual flush valve Replace periodically according to functionality
*Please Note: The lifesp n of the 5 micron sediment filter, the ctive c rbon block filter nd the
RO membr ne is dependent on sever l v ri bles such s the levels of cont min tion (Tot l
Dissolved Solids) in the m ins w ter supply nd how frequently the RO system is used. To ensure
optimum results the filter components must be regul rly checked nd repl ced s required.
USEFUL TIP: The V2Pure RO System incorporates an integral pressure gauge which is fitted
in-line after the RO membrane. The pressure gauge provides a good visual indicator of
when the RO membrane needs to be flushed or replaced. It is good practice to note the
pressure reading on the pressure gauge when the RO system is first installed because as
the filters and/or RO membrane start to become blocked, the reading on the pressure
gauge will start to drop, indicating that the filters need replacing and/or the RO membrane
need to be flushed or replaced.
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USEFUL TIP: An increase in the pressure reading on the pressure gauge indicates that the
flow restrictor (18) is blocked and needs cleaning or flushing through (see 2 in
‘maintenance’ above).
USEFUL TIP: A V2Pure TDS (Total Dissolved Solids) Monitor (sold separately) can be simply
installed in-line on the RO system to measure and provide a highly accurate ‘real-time’
display of total dissolved solids levels in the water, before and after going through the
V2Pure RO membrane. This will detect any elevated TDS levels within the pure water
exiting the RO membrane indicating that the membrane is no longer operating at an
optimum level and needs to flushed or replaced (replacement RO membrane order code 5857).
USEFUL TIP: For optimum performance, and as an approximate guideline, we would
recommend that the RO membrane is replaced when the TDS level of the pure water
exiting the RO system reaches a maximum level of 10% of the feedwater (mains water).
For example if the TDS level of the feedwater (mains water) is 250ppm we would
recommend that the RO membrane is replaced when the TDS level of the pure water
reaches a maximum of 25ppm.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem: Reject water flow rate is too high.
1. Possible Cause: The flow restrictor/manual flush valve has not been correctly and
sufficiently closed.
Solution: Check and close the flow restrictor/manual flush valve accordingly.
2. Possible Cause: The flow restrictor/manual flush valve has a limited life span and may need
replacing.
Solution: Check the flow restrictor/manual flush valve and replace accordingly.
Problem: Reject water flow rate is very low or has stopped.
1. Possible Cause: RO membrane has become dirty and clogged and needs flushing or
replacing.
Solution: Check and manually flush the RO membrane and/or replace accordingly.
2. Possible Cause: The flow restrictor/manual flush valve has become blocked or faulty.
Solution: Manually flush the RO membrane to dislodge any blockage in the flow
restrictor/manual flush valve.
Solution: Replace flow restrictor/manual flush valve accordingly.
3. Possible Cause: There may be a kink in the RO tubing
Solution: Check the RO tubing and rectify any kinks accordingly
4. Possible Cause: A leak may have occurred somewhere in the installation.
Solution: Check for leaks and rectify accordingly.
5. Possible Cause: The mains water pressure may have dropped.
Solution: Check with your water supplier and install a booster pump if required.
6. Possible Cause: Ambient temperature may have dropped.
Solution: If necessary move the RO system to a location with a higher ambient
temperature.
Problem: Pure water flow rate is very high but there is very little reject water.
1. Possible Cause: The RO membrane has not been correctly and properly installed in the RO
membrane housing.
Solution: Check that the RO membrane has been installed correctly and that the tip of the
RO membrane has been correctly located in the recess inside the end of the RO
membrane housing.
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Problem: Pure water flow rate is too low.
1. Possible Cause: If the reject water flow rate is also too low, the 5 micron sediment filter,
active carbon block filter and RO membrane could be dirty.
Solution: Check the 5 micron sediment filter and active carbon block filter and replace
accordingly. Flush the RO membrane and/or replace accordingly.
2. Possible Cause: The mains water pressure may have dropped.
Solution: Check with your water supplier and install a booster pump if required.
3. Possible Cause: There may be a kink in the RO tubing.
Solution: Check the RO tubing and rectify any kinks accordingly
4. Possible Cause: A leak may have occurred somewhere in the installation.
Solution: Check for leaks and rectify accordingly.
5. Possible Cause: Ambient temperature may have dropped.
Solution: If necessary move the RO system to a location with a higher ambient
temperature.
FAQ
Can I upgrade my V2Pure RO System to a higher GPD (gallon per day) water
capacity by just installing a different RO membrane with a higher GPD capacity?
No. In each RO unit the flow restrictor is specific to the RO membrane that is supplied with
the unit. This flow restrictor determines an RO unit’s GPD production and prevents
overburdening the membrane. To increase your GPD production, a larger rated RO membrane
along with the correct size of flow restrictor must be installed.
Is there any way to increase the removal efficiency of my V2Pure RO System?
Yes. Although the RO membrane removes approx. 93-98% of contaminants in the water, the
removal efficiency of the RO system can be further enhanced by installing the V2Pure De-
Ionising Pod in the RO system. This is simply installed after the RO membrane and will help
ensure the removal of any remaining contaminants that may have passed through the RO
membrane, providing optimum water quality for your aquarium.
Can a TDS Monitor be installed in my V2Pure RO System
Yes. A V2Pure TDS (Total Dissolved Solids) Monitor (sold separately order code 5857) can be
simply installed in-line on the RO system to measure and provide a highly accurate ‘real-time’
display of total dissolved solids levels in the water, before and after going through the V2Pure
RO membrane. This will detect any elevated TDS levels within the pure water exiting the RO
membrane indicating that the RO membrane and other components (5 micron sediment filter
cartridge and active carbon block filter cartridge) are no longer operating at an optimum level
and need to be replaced or flushed accordingly.
Can a booster pump be Incorporated into my V2Pure RO System?
Yes. To achieve the optimum efficiency of the V2Pure RO System, mains water pressures should
be at least (50 psi/3.5 bar approx). In some areas, household water pressures can drop below
this so, by simply installing a V2Pure Booster Pump in-line between your cold water mains
supply and the V2Pure RO System, the RO membrane pressure can be increased and the unit
can work at optimum efficiency.
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