Wateranywhere AAA-RO200W Owner's manual

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Manual for Installation, Operation and Maintenance of
5 Stage Point of Use Reverse
Osmosis Drinking Water System
Document ID #: AAARO200W
Revision: 05/13/20
AAA-RO200W

Installation and Service Manual – Under-the-Counter Point of Use 5 Stage Reverse Osmosis System
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About Your RO Water Treatment System
Thank you for your purchase of the WaterAnywhere home RO reverse osmosis water treatment system. This
drinking water system has been designed for quick and simple installation and maintenance. By carefully
reading this instruction manual and following the operational guidelines you will ensure a successful installation
and reliable operation. Routine maintenance is essential to the longevity and performance of the system.
Filters should be changed every three to six months depending on the quality of the feed water supply.
Notice: Please read this entire service guide prior to beginning installation.
5 Stages of Water Treatment
Stage1: Sediment Filter Cartridge Replace every 3-6 months
The first filter the water passes through is a five micron filter cartridge. This cartridge removes
sediment including dirt, sand, rust, grit, and other suspended matter from water. This protects the rest
of the filtration stages and equipment from damage and clogging due to buildup of sediment.
Stage 2 & 3: Carbon Block Filter Cartridges Replace every 3-6 months
Next, the water passes through two stages of carbon filters to remove chlorine and objectionable tastes
and odors from water. These filters also protect the membrane from exposure to chlorine, which would
irreparably damage the membrane.
Stage 4: (2) Reverse Osmosis Membranes Replace every 12 months
The fourth stage is the reverse osmosis membrane, which is the heart of the RO system. To achieve a
higher product water flow, the water stream is split in between two RO membranes, working in parallel.
The RO membranes substantially reduce the total dissolved solids (TDS) from the water, including
arsenic, barium, cadmium, chromium (hexavalent), chromium (trivalent), copper, turbidity, fluoride, lead,
radium 226/228, and selenium, while washing the rejected contaminants down the drain. The treated
water is directed to the storage tank.
Stage 5: Post Carbon Filter Replace every 3-6 months
The last stage of filtration occurs as the water flows from the storage tank directly before being
dispensed from the faucet. The in-line carbon post filter (also known as polishing filter) removes any
remaining tastes or odors from the water, improving the flavor.
Notice: Replacement frequency varies based upon incoming water quality and use patterns.
Generally speaking, filters should be changed when there is a loss of performance or
after an extended period of non-use.
System On/Off Valves
Your RO System is equipped with two on/off ball valves. The system feed valve (to be installed into the cold
water supply line) can be used to turn the water to the system on and off for maintenance without disrupting
the water supply to the sink. The tank valve can also be closed to prevent water in the tank from draining out
during maintenance. Both can be opened by turning counterclockwise, and closed by turning clockwise.
System Feed Valve in
OPEN Position System Feed Valve in CLOSED Position Tank Valve in OPEN Position Tank Valve in CLOSED Position

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Table of Contents
About Your RO Water Treatment System.........................................................................................................1
5 Stages of Water Treatment ............................................................................................................................1
System On/Off Valves.......................................................................................................................................1
Conditions for Operation ...................................................................................................................................3
Warnings .............................................................................................................................................................3
System Flow Diagram ........................................................................................................................................4
Preparing For Installation..................................................................................................................................5
Recommended Tool List: ..................................................................................................................................5
Check Location .................................................................................................................................................5
Assemble Filter Housings onto System Manifold..............................................................................................5
Prepare Tubing .................................................................................................................................................6
Quick Connect Fittings and Tubing Connections ..............................................................................................6
Installation Steps
Step 1 - Drill a Hole into the Sink for the Faucet..............................................................................................7
Step 2 - Faucet Installation................................................................................................................................8
Step 3 - Drain Saddle Installation......................................................................................................................9
Step 4 – System Feed Line Installation ..........................................................................................................10
Step 5 – Installing the RO Storage Tank.........................................................................................................11
Additional Point of Use Connection (Optional) .............................................................................................11
System Mounting..............................................................................................................................................12
Turning the System On for the First Time......................................................................................................12
Replacement Parts ...........................................................................................................................................13
System Maintenance........................................................................................................................................14
Membrane Replacement Instructions .............................................................................................................14
Filter Replacement Instructions.......................................................................................................................14
Sanitizing.........................................................................................................................................................14
Troubleshooting Chart.....................................................................................................................................15
Maintenance Schedule and Log……………………………………………………………………………………...20

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Conditions for Operation
Source Water Supply
Community/Private Non-Chlorinated – or chlorinated as long as the carbon filter is in place
and replaced every 6 months. Chlorine will damage membranes if not
removed properly.
System Pressure 40 psi minimum - 90 psi maximum
Temperature 4º-38º C (40º-100º F)
Maximum Supply TDS Level 1500 ppm (mg/L)
Turbidity <1.0 Net Turbidity (NTU)
Chemical Parameters
Hardness (CaCO3) <175 mg/L (<10 gpg)*
Iron (Fe) <0.1 mg/L
Manganese (Mn) <0.05 mg/L
Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) 0.00 mg/L
Chlorine (CL2) 0.00 mg/L
pH 4 to 11
*Note that system may operate with higher hardness levels, but the membrane life will be reduced. Use of a
water softener for hard water supplies will increase membrane life and efficiency.
Warnings
Only use this system on potable water supplies. Do not use this system where the
water is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality.
Never use hot water or allow the unit to freeze.
Incorrect installation or operation will void the warranty.
Excessive incoming water pressure can cause leaks, flooding and property damage. It
is highly recommended to monitor your home’s incoming water pressure over a period
of 24 hours to determine if a pressure regulator is required.
Manufacturer assumes no responsibility for damages incurred through improper
installation or use of these products.
Ensure that all tubing and fittings used for RO product water are poly material, and not
copper. Due to RO product water being very pure, it can leach the minerals from
copper tubing which will cause a metallic taste in the water or ice and cause the copper
tubing to develop pinhole leaks over time.

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SystemFlowDiagram
A Water supply to the first housing
B Water supply to the second housing
C Water supply to the third housing
D Housing with RO Membrane (2) in parallel
E Fou
r
-way Valve
F In-Line Cartridge with Activated Carbon
G Flow Restricto
r
H Tank Valve
I Tank
J Faucet
1 Clean Water Outlets
2 Pollutants Outlets
3 Water Supply to the 4-way valve from the elbow
connector “OUT” in the third housing
4 Clean water supply to the 4-way valve through the
membrane
5 Water outlet from the valve to the membrane
6 Clean water outlet from the valve to the in-line cartridge
with activated carbon
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