Dupont WFRO60X-1 User Manual

Installation Instructions
Reverse Osmosis Drinking Water Filtration System
Instrucciones de instalación Sistema de filtración de agua potable por ósmosis inversa
Water Filtration
Model Series WFRO60X-1
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Package Contents
Installation Instructions
Reverse Osmosis Drinking Water
Filtration System
Parts & Hardware Included
RO Filter System Head with
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Built-in Bracket
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Filters
C Mounting Screws D Tank Connector E Water Storage Tank
F Kitchen Faucet Adapter
G Eye Dropper H Plumber’s Tape
I Restrictor
J Nitrate Test Strip
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Drain Connector
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Drain Connector Screws Nuts
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Foam Seal
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RO Faucet Spout
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RO Faucet Body
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RO Faucet Base
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(RO Faucet Body to RO Membrane Filter)
6’ of 3/8” White Tube
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(RO Faucet Body to RO System Head)
2.5’ of 3/8” Red Tube
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(RO Faucet Body to Drain Connector)
6’ of 1/4” White Tube
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(Kitchen Faucet Adapter to RO System Head)
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Plumber’s Tape
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To ols & Materials Required
Phillips Screwdriver 1/8" Drill Bit Center Punch Adjustable Wrench Utility Knife File Tape Measure
Optional Materials
Drill with 1/4" & 9/16" or 5/8" Drill Bits Hollow-Wall Anchor Bolts or Toggle Bolts
Safety Glasses Masking Tape Newspaper or Towels Pencil Pan or Bucket
Compression Cap (Optional­For Kitchen Faucet Spray Hose Connector)
Digital Air Pressure Gauge
Information & Assistance
For Service Requests & Product Information Hours of Operation: 24 Hours/Day, 7 Days/Week
800-441-7515
For Safety & Health Questions
For installations in Massachusetts, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing Code CMR248 shall be adhered to. Codes in the state of Massachusetts require installation by a licensed plumber and do not permit the use of saddle valves.
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email us at: waterfiltration@mail1.dupont.com
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DuPont™Water Filtration would like to thank you for your recent purchase of the DuPont™Reverse Osmosis Filtration System.
We greatly appreciate your business and the opportunity to assist you. Your satisfaction is the greatest importance to us. We hope that you will inform us if there is ever anything we can do to improve our products. Please contact us if you have any questions or if there is anything we can do to assist you with your new product. Reverse Osmosis, also known as hyper filtration, is the most com substantially are 0.2 to 1 micron & viruses are 0.025 to 0.4 microns).
reducing a very wide array of contaminants. The pores in a reverse osmosis membrane are approximately 0.025 micron in size (bacteria
mon treatment technology used by premium bottled water companies. It is effective in
How Reverse Osmosis works –
Your new Reverse Osmosis (RO) system is composed of a 3-stage system manifold, a 3000 series pre-filter, the reverse osmosis membrane, a storage tank, a 3000 series post-filter and a faucet to deliver the filtered water to your countertop. First the water goes to the pre-filter, which is a replaceable cartridge that reduces chlorine, odor, sand, silt, dirt, and other sediments to improve the taste of your water. Next, the water flows to the Reverse Osmosis into the storage tank. A diaphragm inside the tank keeps the water pressurized to about 30 psi when the tank is full. This is what provides the fast flow to the faucet. When the tank is empty, it final
Your system also has an automatic shutoff valve to conserve water. When the storage tank is full and the faucet is not open, pressur valve system drops and the shutoff valve opens to allow the tank to be re-filled.
Reverse Osmosis uses a membrane that is semi-permeable, allowing cleaner water to pass through it, while rejecting the contaminants that are too large to pass through the tiny pores in the membrane. This quality reverse osmosis system uses a process known as cross-flow to allow the membrane to away from the membrane and down the drain. The process of reverse osmosis requires a driving force to push the water through the membrane - the pressure provided by your home’s water supply is sufficient: 40 to 100 psi.
cartridge, which is a tightly wound membrane that reduces the total dissolved solids and organic matter. The water goes from the membrane
filter. This is a replaceable cartridge that reduces any remaining tastes and odors to provide cleaner great tasting drinking water to the faucet.
to stop flow of water with contaminants to the drain. After enough drinking water is drawn from the faucet, the pressure in the Reverse Osmosis
continually clean itself. As some of the fluid passes through the membrane the rest continues downstream, sweeping the rejected contaminants
should be pressurized to 5 – 7 psi. As water is drawn to the faucet, it flows from the storage tank through the
e closes the shutoff
What it removes –
Your Reverse Osmosis (RO) unit will reduce Chlorine, Odor, Particulates, Sediment, and improve taste, according to NSF 42 standards. It will also reduce Total Dissolved Solids (TDS), Pentavalent Arsenic, Hexavalent Chromium, Lead, Cadmium, Cysts, Nitrate Plus Nitrite, Nitrate, & Nitrite according to NSF 58 standards.
Thanks again for your purchase
~ The DuPont Water Filtration Team
CAUTION CAUTION
This filter must be protected from freezing, which can cause cracking of the filter and water leakage.
Because of the product’s limited service life and to prevent costly repairs or possible water damage, we strongly recommend that the housing be replaced every five years. If the head of the filter has been in use for longer than this period, it should be replaced immediately. Date the top of any new head to indicate the next recommended replacement date.
Plan Your Installation
It is recommended to read through the entire manual before beginning your installation. Follow all steps exactly. Reading this manual will also help you get all the benefits
from your system. Your Reverse Osmosis Drinking Water System can be installed under a sink or in a remote location. Typical remote sites are a basement or laundry room or utility room. Review the location options below and determine where you are going to install your system.
Under The Sink Location
The Reverse Osmosis Filter Assembly and storage tank are normally installed in a kitchen or bathroom sink cabinet. See Fig. 1. A suitable drain point is needed for reject water from the Reverse Osmosis Filter.
Remote Location
You can also locate the Reverse Osmosis Filter Assembly and storage tank in a remote location away from the Reverse Osmosis Faucet. You will need a nearby water source and drain point. See Fig. 2.
OTE: E nsu re the loc atio n is h e ated. Co ld incomin g w ater w ill a d verse ly affec t RO flo w rate .
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Check Space Requirements
Check size and position of items for proper installation into location chosen.
Overview and Site Preparation
There are seven easy steps to installing your Drinking Water system. They are as follows:
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STEP - Install Kitchen Faucet Adapter
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STEP - Install RO Drain Connector
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STEP - Install RO Filter Assembly
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STEP - Install Water Storage Tank
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STEP - Install RO Faucet
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STEP - Connect Tubing
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STEP - Connect Tubing Continued
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STEP - Install RO System and Drain in Remote Location
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STEP - Sanitize, Pressure Test, Purge System
for Water Supply Line from Kitchen Faucet Adapter to RO System Head
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NOTE: DO NOT CONNECT 3/8” RED DRAIN TUBING TO DRAIN WITH A GARBAGE DISPOSAL.
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Prepare Site For Installation
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Before starting, close the cold water shut-off valves.
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Temporarily place tank and filter assembly into cabinet. Double check position of items and space required for proper installation.
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Remove tank and filter from cabinet and set aside.
OTE: Y ou must ch ec k and c omply w ith a ll lo c al p lum bin g c o d e s.
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Install Kitchen Faucet Adapter
CHOOSE TYPE OF WATER FITTING TO INSTALL
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Locate the cold water line in the sink cabinet. Turn off the cold water supply to the sink.
NOTE: If uncertain about which line supplies the cold water, turn on the hot water to the faucet. Allow the water to heat up and carefully feel the pipes under the sink. The pipe that remains cool to the touch is the cold water supply.
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Turn on the kitchen faucet to release pressure and allow water to completely drain from the line.
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Disconnect the cold water line from the 1/2" threaded stem on the bottom of the kitchen faucet.
NOTE: If rigid plumbing pipe (metal or plastic) is used, you may need to shorten the supply pipe using a hacksaw or pipe cutter to accommodate the Kitchen Faucet Adapter.
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Holding the Kitchen Faucet Adapter in an upright position (see diagram), screw onto the threaded faucet stem.
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Screw the cold water supply line to the male threads of the Kitchen Faucet Adapter using the nut that was connecting the cold water line to the kitchen faucet previously. For a secure fit, tighten the nut using an adjustable wrench.
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Install RO Drain Connector
WARNING CAUTION
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Be sure that all electrical appliances and outlets are turned off at the circuit breaker before working in cabinet area.
Drain Connector Installation
Choose the drain outlet location. See Fig. 1 (page 3)
NOTE: Extra care should be taken when entering drains near dishwashers or food waste disposals, as backflow may occur through the air gap and cause flooding.
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Remove protective cover from back of Foam Seal Knock out center hole and align holes then attach to Drain Connector front plate .
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Position the Drain Connector on the sink drain pipe above the drain trap. Allow room for drilling. Tighten Screws and
Nuts securely.
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Use a battery powered or properly grounded drill. Using the Drain Connector port as a drill guide, drill a 7/32” hole through
the wall of the drain pipe. Do NOT penetrate the opposite side of the pipe and be careful not to damage the side of the drain port fitting.
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If you wish to install your drain in a remote location refer to page 10.
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Install RO Filter System Assembly
The Reverse Osmosis Filter System Assembly Head is mounted on Mounting Screws . The Mounting Screws allow you to lift the RO Filter System Assembly without any hardware removal.
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Choose an easy-to-access area under the sink to mount the RO Filter System Head .
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NOTE: Mount the Filter System Head to a solid cabinet wall or wall. If a solid surface is not available, use hollow-wall anchor bolts or toggle bolts (not included) to secure to the wall.
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Using the Built-in Bracket on the back of the RO System Head , mark the holes for the Mounting Screws on the wall surface.
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Using a 1/8" drill bit, drill two pilot holes for the Mounting Screws . Insert Mounting Screws into the wall with a Phillips screwdriver, leaving approximately 3/8" of each Mounting Screw exposed.
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Hang the RO System Head on the Mounting Screws .
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Install Water Storage Tank
Before you begin, check pressure in tank. Adjust to between 5 and 7 psi.
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TO INSTALL WATER STORAGE TANK:
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Apply 2-3 wraps of Plumber’s Tape to the threads on the nipple at the top of the Water Storage Tank
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Locate the Tank Connector . Hand tighten onto the Water Storage Tank nipple 3-4 turns, being careful not to
cross thread or over tighten.
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Do not connect the tube at this time. This will occur later in the assembly.
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Place the Water be placed upright or on its side. Use provided mount stand.
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Install RO Faucet
SELECT LOCATION OF REVERSE OSMOSIS FAUCET MOUNTING HOLE
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ou will need to select the location of the Reverse Osmosis Faucet . You have three options to choose from:
Use an existing sink top hole. This may be blank. This is for the spray hose or soap dispenser (Must be between 1-3/8” and 1-5/8” in diameter) Drill a new hole in the sink Drill a new hole in the countertop next to the sink
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Determine where you are going to install your RO Faucet Body .
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Check to ensure the RO Faucet Body will mount flat against the mounting surface.
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Visually review the routing of the tubes from the RO System Head to the RO Faucet Body . Check to ensure there is adequate tube routing space between the RO Faucet Body and RO System Head .
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If drilling is needed, drill a 1-3/8" diameter hole in the mounting surface.
IMPORTANT: Drilling holes into countertops and sinks should only be performed by a qualied installer who is certied for drilling such materials. Drilling of surfaces made of stone or solid surface materials such as granite, marble, Corian™ or other plastic resin products or sinks made of porcelain and stainless steel may cause permanent, irreparable damage to the sink or countertop surface.
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Install RO Faucet (continued)
INSTALL REVERSE OSMOSIS FAUCET
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Locate and organize your RO Faucet install parts. See packing list on page 1.
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Route the 3 tubes , attached to the RO Faucet Body through the RO Faucet Base , but don’t connect the RO Faucet Body to the RO Faucet Base yet. Then route the 3 tubes through the hole in the sink until 12” of tubing remains above the sink. Lay RO Faucet Body on the counter top.
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Mount Faucet Body to the sink hole by pushing the toggle bolts through the hole until the RO Faucet Body is flat against the sink surface. Position the toggle bolts to catch under the lower surface of the sink or counter, but ensure that they will not obstruct the faucet stem from sitting in place. Loosely tighten the toggle bolts until the RO Faucet Base is mounted loosely to the surface.
TIP: Make sure to keep the “wings” of the toggle bolts free to allow all tubing and faucet stem room TIP: Instal
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Hold the RO Faucet Base firmly and mount the RO Faucet Body to the RO Faucet Base by turning 1/4 clockwise to lock. Ensure the RO Faucet Body Handle is positioned to your liking.
TIP: If there is not enough clearance for the tubing and the stem, the toggle wings may need to be adjusted to create more clearance.
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Turn the RO Faucet Body 1/4 turn counter-clockwise and remove the faucet enough to tighten the RO Faucet Base toggle bolt screws firmly. Do not over-tighten.
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Mount the RO Faucet Body to the RO Faucet Base and turn 1/4 turn clockwise until it locks.
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Mount the RO Faucet Spout to the RO Faucet Body by screwing spout nut to body.
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Connect Tubing
Install 1/4" Plastic Tubing for Water Supply Line from Kitchen Faucet Adapter to System Head Inlet
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Determine the length of the 1/4" White Plastic Tubing that will be necessary to connect the RO System Head Inlet (labeled “INLET”) to the Kitchen Faucet Adapter .Make sure to allow enough Plastic Tubing to prevent kinking in the line. Do not discard the remaining tubing for it will be used in Step 7.
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Cut the 6’-1/4" White Plastic Tubing squarely on both ends with a utility knife, making sure not to crimp the Plastic Tubing during cutting.
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Wet one end of the 6’-1/4" White Plastic Tubing with water and push it into the Kitchen Faucet Adapter approximately 5/8" until it stops.
NOTE: Do not bend or crimp 6-1/4" White Plastic Tubing when inserting.
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Wet the other end of the 6’-1/4" Clear Plastic Tubing with water and push it into the RO System Head Inlet approximately 5/8" until it stops.
NOTE: The 1/4" Plastic Tubing does not need to be disconnected for general routine maintenance and filter replacement. However, Plastic Tubing may be easily disconnected if necessary. Simply turn off the water supply to the Filter System and press in the white collar around the fitting while pulling the Plastic Tubing out with the other hand
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Locate the 3/8" White Plastic Tubing (s(see page 7 Step 2) attached to RO Faucet Body ee page 7 illustration).
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Determine the length necessary to connect to the RO System Head Outlet (labeled “FAUCET”).
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Cut the tubing squarely with sharp utility or exacto knife.
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Connect Tubing (Continued)
AIR GAP FROM FAUCET TO RO ASSEMBLY
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Locate 1/4" Red Plastic Tubing already attached to the air gap barb on the
RO Faucet Body .
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Determine length necessary to connect to the drain outlet on the RO Membrane Filter .
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Cut 1/4" Red Plastic Tubing square and to length with sharp utility or exacto knife.
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nsert Restrictor into end of 1/4" Red Plastic Tubing .
NOTE: SYSTEM WILL NOT OPERATE WITHOUT RESTRICTOR.
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Remove black plug fr
pulling plug with other hand. Discard plug.
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Insert 1/4" Red Plastic Tubing all the way into the fitting on bottom of RO Membrane
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Filter approximately 5/8” until it stops.
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Pull on the 1/4" Red Plastic Tubing to be sure it is held firmly in the fitting.
CONNECT 3/8” RED TUBE FROM REVERSE OSMOSIS FAUCET TO DRAIN ADAPTER
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Locate the 3/8” Red Plastic Tubing already attached to the RO Faucet Body .
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Cut 3/8” Red Plastic Tubing as needed to route in as straight of a run as possible, without loops, dips, low spots, or kinks.
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Cut the end of the 3/8” Red Plastic Tubing square with a sharp utility or exacto knife.
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Insert all the way into the fitting approximately 1” until it stops.
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Pull on the tube to be sure it is held firmly in the fitting.
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ONNECT TUBING FROM RO SYSTEM HEAD TO WATER STORAGE TANK
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Use the remaining 3/8” White Tubing from Step 6 and determine length necessary
to connect the Tank outlet (labeled “TANK”) on RO System Head to the Water Storage Tank .
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Cut 3/8" White Plastic Tubing square with a sharp utility or exacto knife.
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Wet the end of tubing and Insert into compression nut of Tank Connector fitting. Which
was connect to tank previously.
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Tighten compression nut to secure tubing to Tank Connector .
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Insert the other end of 3/8" White Plastic Tubing into the outlet of the RO
System Head (labeled “TANK”) approximatley 5/8” until it stops.
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Install RO System and Drain In Remote Location
INSTALL A REMOTE DRAIN POINT AND AIR GAP (Remote Location) You can also run the drain tubing to an existing drain in the house. A floor drain, laundry tub, standpipe, sump, etc. are suitable drain points. This type of drain is preferred over the drain connector. Check your local codes. Longer lengths of tubing (see parts list in manual) may be needed.
Always be sure to provide an air gap between the end of the hose and the drain point. This will prevent wat
er from backing up into the system. Air gaps are required code in most areas.
TO INSTALL A REMOTE DRAIN POINT, COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING STEPS:
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Remove the 1/4" Red Plastic Tubing from the RO Faucet Body by pulling gently.
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Determine if this length is long enough to reach the drain point. If it is, then insert Restrictor in end of tubing and then insert this end of tubing into drain port on RO Membrane Filter .
If not, replace the 1/4" Red Plastic Tubing with an adequate length of tubing to reach the drain point.
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Then insert Restrictor in end of tubing and then insert this end of tubing into drain port on RO Membrane Filter . Refer to Step 6 in manual on how to disconnect and connect tubing.
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Run the tubing to the drain point and secure at the end with a bracket (purchased locally).
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Sanitize, Test and Purge System
SANITIZE THE SYSTEM
Sanitizing is recommended immediately after installation of the RO Filter System Assembly. It’s also recommended after servicing inner parts. It is important that the person installing or servicing the system have clean hands while handling inner parts of the system. Complete the following steps to sanitize the system.
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Make sure the water supply to the RO Filter System Assembly is off.
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Open the Reve
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Find the eyedropper G included in package and common household bleach (5.25%).
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Disconnect the 3/8” White Plastic Tubing U from the Water Storage Tank E by unscrewing the nut from the Tank Connector
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Add 3 ml. of bleach into the open end of Water Storage Tank White Plastic Tubing S . Handle bleach according to manufacturer’s instructions.
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Re-connect Water Storage Tank and White Plastic Tubing S to Tank Connector D fitting.
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Sanitizing the RO Filter System Assembly will be completed during the pressure test and purging following steps below.
NOTE: The bleach must be completely removed from the system before drinking the RO water. See purging instructions below.
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IMPORTANT: Complete the sanitizing procedures above before pressure testing.
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Open the cold water supply valve to the RO Filter System Assembly. See page 3, Fig. 1
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Open the kitchen faucet. This will purge air from the plumbing system. Close kitchen faucet when water runs smooth.
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Ensure RO Faucet is closed.
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Pressure will start to build in the RO Filter System Assembly in about 2 hours. Carefully inspect all fittings and connections while the
RO Filter System Assembly buil inserted. Also ensure tubing doesn’t have a scratch, dent, or notch at the end. If so, cut 1” off squarely and re-insert. If problems exist, refer to the troubleshooting chart or call the toll free number.
NOTE: When the RO Filter System Assembly is first pressurized, water may “discharge” from the faucet air gap hole until air is passed from the
RO Filter System Assembly.
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URGING THE SYSTEM
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Open the Reverse Osmosis Faucet and let water flow through the system for a 24 hour period. Water will flow heavily until tank becomes empty, and then it will be a slow drip for the balance of 24 hours.
NOTE: The flow rate will be very slow during the purge.
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Close the Reverse Osmosis faucet after the 24 hour purge is complete.
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Your Reverse Osmosis system is ready for use when the purge is complete.
Review the following operating features before using your Reverse Osmosis System: You will not have filtered water immediately. It will take 1-3 hours to completely fill the storage tank to create liberal flow from the faucet. The flow rate from the Reve Reverse Osmosis is filtering water, even when you are not using it. You may hear a water going to the drain – this is normal. Water going to the drain will automatically stop when the storage tank is at capacity.
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