Aries Filterworks HPL-RO Instruction Manual

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Aries FilterWorks

Reverse Osmosis System

HPL-RO

Installation and Service Guide

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Introduction:

Read this entire service guide before beginning installation. The Aries HPL-RO system has been
designed for quick and simple installation and maintenance. By carefully reading this instruction
manual and following the operational guidelines, successful installation and reliable operation
will be insured.

System Description:

The Aries HPL-RO system is a 4-stage filtration system designed to remove more than 93% of
dissolved solids of a potable water supply. The purpose of each stage is described below:
Stage (1) – Sediment Filter: 5.0 micron filter designed to remove suspended particles like silt,
sand, or clay.
Stage (2) – Granular Activated Carbon: 20 x 50 mesh carbon designed to remove chlorine and
organics.
Stage (3) – Membrane Pre Filter: 1.0 micron filter designed to trap carbon fines and other
smaller suspended particles.
Stage (4) – Thin Film Composite Membrane: Polyamide reverse osmosis membrane that uses a
cross flow design to produce two product streams: permeate and concentrate. Permeate is the
purified stream that has >93% of dissolved solids removed. Concentrate is the removed salt
content that is sent to drain.

Conditions for Operation - Thin Film Composite Membrane:

Source Water Supply
System Pressure – 2.1 – 6.9 bar (30-100 psi)
Temperature – 4 - 38 ºC (40 - 100 ºF)
ph Range – 3.0 to 11.0
Maximum Supply TDS level – 2000 mg/L
Turbidity - < 1.0 net turbidity (NTU)

Chemical Parameter
Hardness - < 350 mg/L (<20 gpg)
Iron (Fe) - < 0.1 mg/L
Manganese - < 0.05 mg/L
Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) – 0.00 mg/L
Chlorine (Cl2) – 0.00 mg/L

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 CHEMICAL PARAMETERS REQUIRES PRETREATMENT.

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System Installation:

Preparation:

Check the following components to ensure that all parts are packed with your system:
1 – Storage Tank
1 – Reverse Osmosis System
1 – Tubing Accessories

Determine the location for the installation of the RO system. Avoid locations where the system
might come in contact with hot water and other hazards. Make sure that a drain location is
provided for the RO system. An air gap is required to ensure that contamination is avoided from
other water sources. Determine the location of the storage tank. A maximum distance from RO
system to tank is 4.5 meters (15 feet).

All inlets and outlets are individually labeled for ease of installation:
(1/4”) FEED – Connects the feed water supply to the inlet of the sediment filter.
(1/4”) DRAIN – Connect the membrane brine port to drain.
(3/8”) TANK – Connect the membrane pure water port to storage tank.

(3/8”) SAMPLE – Connects the storage tank to the Gemini or Aries High Purity system inlet
(3/8”) OUTLET – Any additional outlets for RO water.

Fittings and Tubing:

Quick disconnect fittings are used throughout the system. To ensure an optimal seal, tubing
should be cut with the end square. An angled cut or distortion of the tubing will not provide an
efficient seal and may cause leaks.

To install a tube, push in the collet until it seats firmly. To remove a tube, push in the collet and
pull out the tube.

Secure connections are simple:

1) Cut the tube square and push past the O-ring to the tube stop

2) Tube is secured in position

3) Disconnection is just as easy
Push collet against body
Slide tube out of fitting