Ecodyne Water Systems TB-RO, True Blue TB-RO Installation And Operation Manual
Model TB-RO
How to install, operate
and maintain your
Reverse Osmosis
TM
Drinking Water System
If you have any questions about system
operation or maintenance, call toll free:
1-800-689-4571
Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 6:00 pm EST
or Saturday 9:00 am - 3:00 pm EST
or visit us online at:
www.truebluewatersolutions.com
When you call, please be prepared to provide
the model, date code and serial number of your
product, found on the rating decal, located on
the back of the top cover.
System tested and certified by NSF International
against NSF/ANSI Standards 42 & 58.
See performance data sheet for details.
Installation and Operation Manual
Manufactured for Defender Security Company by
Ecodyne Water Systems
1890 Woodlane Drive
Woodbury, MN 55125
Printed on recycled paper
107-8400660 (Rev. 02 8/16/11)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
Specifications & Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Inspect Shipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Tools Needed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Plan Your Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Overview & Site Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Installation Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-16
How Your Reverse Osmosis System Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17-18
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19-20
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Exploded View & Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22-23
ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON REVERSE OSMOSIS DRINKING WATER SYSTEM
(Except filter cartridges and R.O. membrane)
Warrantor: Defender Security Company, dba True Blue Water Solutions, 3750 Priority Way South, Suite 200,
Indianapolis, IN 46240
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Warrantor warrants, to the original owner, that the Reverse Osmosis Drinking Water System, when installed and maintained in accordance with the instructions, will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1)
year from date of installation.
● For a period of one (1) year from the date of installation, all parts will be free from defects in materials and workmanship and will perform their normal functions.
● For a period of ninety (90) days from the date of installation, labor to repair or replace any part deemed to be defective in materials or workmanship, will be provided at no additional cost.
If, within the first year, a part proves, after inspection, to be defective, Warrantor will, at its sole option, either replace or
repair the part without charge except normal shipping (and installation charges upon expiration of the 90 day labor warranty). Labor to maintain the equipment is not part of the warranty after the first ninety (90) days. Filters and membranes,
which are expendable, are not covered by the warranty.
If you have questions regarding a warranted product, need assistance with installation or troubleshooting, wish to order a
part or report a warranty issue, we are just a phone call away. SIMPLY DIAL 1-800-689-4571, Monday - Friday, 8:30 am 6:00 pm EST, or Saturday 9:00 am - 3:00 pm EST, for assistance. This warranty applies only while this product is in use in
the United States.
General Provisions
The above warranties are effective provided the Reverse Osmosis Drinking Water System is operated at water pressures
not exceeding 125 psi, and at water temperatures not exceeding 100°F; provided further that the Reverse Osmosis
Drinking Water System is not subject to abuse, misuse, neglect, freezing, accident or negligence; and provided further that
the Reverse Osmosis Drinking Water System is not damaged as the result of any unusual force of nature such as, but not
limited to, flood, hurricane, tornado or earthquake. This warranty is void if the product is repaired, modified or altered,
unless such repair, modification or alteration is expressly authorized by the Warrantor in writing.
Warrantor is excused if failure to perform its warranty obligations is the result of strikes, government regulation, materials
shortages, or other circumstances beyond its control.
THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES ON THE REVERSE OSMOSIS DRINKING WTAER SYSTEM BEYOND THOSE SPECIFICALLY DESCRIBED ABOVE. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE DISCLAIMED TO THE EXTENT THEY MIGHT
EXTEND BEYOND THE ABOVE PERIODS. THE SOLE OBLIGATION OF WARRANTOR UNDER THESE WARRANTIES
IS TO REPLACE OR REPAIR THE COMPONENT OR PART WHICH PROVES TO BE DEFECTIVE WITHIN THE SPECIFIED TIME PERIOD, AND WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, LOSS
OF OTHER GOODS OR ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT OR DAMAGES TO ANY ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT, VALUE OF
THIS WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE PRICE PAID BY YOU FOR THE EQUIPMENT. NO WARRANTOR AGENT,
REPRESENTATIVE, OR OTHER PERSON IS AUTHORIZED TO EXTEND OR EXPAND THE WARRANTIES EXPRESSLY
DESCRIBED ABOVE.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or exclusions or limitations of incidental or
consequential damage, so the limitations and exclusions in this warranty may not apply to you. This warranty applies to
consumer-owned installations only.
Manufactured by Ecodyne Water Systems, 1890 Woodlane Drive, Woodbury, MN 55125,
for Defender Security Company, 3750 Priority Way South Drive, Suite 200, Indianapolis, IN 46240.
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Specifications & Dimensions
11-3/8" 3-1/2"
13"
14"
9" dia.
Supply water pressure limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40-100 psi (280-689 kPa)
Supply water temperature limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40-100 °F (4.5-37.7°C)
Maximum total dissolved solids (TDS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2000 ppm
Maximum water hardness @ 6.9 pH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 gpg
Maximum iron, manganese, hydrogen sulfide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0
Chlorine in water supply (max. ppm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.0
Supply water pH limits (pH) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10
Product (quality) water, 24 hours1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18.4 gal. (69.6 liters)
Percent rejection of TDS, minimum (new membrane)1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68.5
Automatic shutoff control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . yes
Efficiency2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12.2 %
Recovery3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22.9 %
This system conforms to NSF/ANSI 58 for the specific performance claims as verified and substantiated by test data.
1
@ Feed water supply at 50 psi, 77°F, and 750 TDS --- Quality water production, amount of waste water and percent rejection
all vary with changes in pressure, temperature and total dissolved solids.
2
Efficiency rating means the percentage of the influent water to the system that is available to the user as reverse osmosis treated water under operating conditions that approximate typical daily usage.
3
Recovery rating means the percentage of the influent water to the membrane portion of the system that is available to the user
as reverse osmosis treated water when the system is operated without a storage tank or when the storage tank is bypassed.
Non-potable Water Sources: Do not attempt to use this product to make safe drinking water from non-potable water sources. Do not
use the system on microbiologically unsafe water, or water of unknown quality without an adequate disinfection before or after the
system. This system is certified for cyst reduction and may be used on disinfected water that may contain filterable cysts.
Arsenic Reduction: This system shall only be used for arsenic reduction on chlorinated water supplies containing detectable residual
free chlorine at the system inlet. Water systems using an inline chlorinator should provide a one minute chlorine contact time before
the reverse osmosis system.
Nitrate/Nitrite Test Kit: This system is acceptable for treatment of influent concentrations of no more than 27mg/L nitrate and 3mg/L
nitrite in combination measured as N. It is certified for nitrate/nitrite reduction only for water supplies with a pressure of 280 kPa (40
psig) or greater. This system is supplied with a nitrate/nitrite test kit. Product water should be monitored periodically according to the
instructions provided with the test kit.
Product Water Testing: The Reverse Osmosis system contains a replaceable treatment component critical for the effective reduction
of total dissolved solids. Product water should be tested periodically to verify that the system is performing properly.
Replacement of the reverse osmosis component: This reverse osmosis system contains a replaceable component critical to the
efficiency of the system. Replacement of the reverse osmosis component should be with one of identical specifications, as defined by
the manufacturer, to assure the same efficiency and contaminant performance.
9” dia.
14”
11-3/8”
3-1/2”
13”
FIG. 1
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Inspect Shipment
Your Reverse Osmosis Drinking Water System is
shipped complete in one carton. Remove all items
from your shipping carton.
Check all items against the packing list below. Note
any items lost or damaged in shipment.
Reverse Osmosis
Assembly with Red &
Yellow Tubes attached
Green Supply Tube
Product Water
Storage Tank
Reverse Os-
mosis Faucet
with Black & Blue
Tubes attached
Note any damage to the shipping carton. Refer to the
exploded view and parts list in the back of the manual
for the part names and numbers of missing or damaged items. If problems exist, refer to the website or
the toll free number listed throughout this manual.
Keep the small parts in the parts bag until you are
ready to install them.
Packing List
Hanger
Brackets
Drain Adapter Kit
Eye
Dropper
Tee, Feed
Adapter
Parts Bag
Tube Bends
Nitrate / Nitrite
Connector
Test Kit
Tank
Thread
Sealing Tape
Coin
Battery
FIG. 2
Tools Needed
Review the tools needed list. See Fig. 3. Gather needed tools before proceeding with the installation. Read
TOOLS NEEDED
Tape
Measure
Adjustable
Wrench
Philips
Screwdriver
Flathead
Screwdriver
and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here.
OR
Pipe Wrench
FIG. 3
Drill & Drill Bits,
if required
Adjustable
Large Jaw
Pliers
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Plan Your Installation
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 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 may be installed in a kitchen or
bathroom sink cabinet. See Fig. 4.
A suitable drain point is needed for drain water
from the Reverse Osmosis system.
REMOTE INTERIOR LOCATION
The Reverse Osmosis Filter Assembly and
storage tank may also be installed in a remote
interior location away from the Reverse
Osmosis Faucet. You will need a nearby water
source and drain point. See Fig. 5.
CHECK SPACE REQUIREMENTS
Check size and position of items for proper
installation into location chosen.
NOTE: For best system performance, the feed water
to the system should be softened or have hardness
less than 10 grains per gallon, with no iron.
Drain Adapter
for Reverse
Osmosis
Waste Water
Cold Water
Supply
HOT COLD
Storage
Tank
Shutoff Valve
Sink Drain P-Trap
Typical Under Sink Installation
All install parts included in package.
Reverse
Osmosis
Assembly
FIG. 4
Outside Faucet
(Hard Water)
Soft, Cold Water
Soft, Hot
Water
Water
Heater
Typical Remote Installation
Additional parts required.
Hard Water Line
Shutoff
Valve
Water
Softener
Outside Faucet
(Hard Water)
Soft water
to Reverse
Osmosis
System
Hard
Water
to
House
Air
Gap
Floor
Drain
(see
p. 9)
Water
Meter
To Faucet
Reverse Osmosis
System
Reverse Osmosis
Drain
Storage
Tank
Main
Shutoff
Valve
FIG. 5
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Overview and Site Preparation
OVERVIEW
Read through the entire manual before beginning your
installation.
There are seven steps to installing your Drinking Water
system. They are as follows:
STEP A - Install Cold Water Supply Fitting
STEP B - Install Drain Adapter
STEP C - Install Reverse Osmosis Assembly
STEP D - Install Storage Tank
STEP E - Install Reverse Osmosis Faucet
STEP F - Connect Tubing
STEP G - Sanitize, Pressure Test & Purge System
These steps are explained in detail over the next few
pages. Follow all steps. Reading this manual will also
help you receive and use all the benefits your Reverse
Osmosis system can give you.
PREPARE SITE FOR INSTALLATION
1. Before starting, close the hot and cold water shutoff
valves (See Figure 6).
2. Temporarily place tank and filter assembly into
planned location. Check position of items and space
required for proper installation. Ensure tubes may
be routed without kinking.
3. Remove tank and filter from planned location and
set aside.
NOTE: You must check and comply with all local
plumbing codes.
NOTE: For best system performance, the feed
water to the system should be softened or have
hardness less than 10 grains per gallon, with no
iron.
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Step A - Install Supply Water Fitting
CHOOSE TYPE OF WATER FITTING TO INSTALL
Check and comply with local plumbing codes as you plan,
then install a cold feed (supply) water fitting. Refer to the
Specifications page for supply water requirements. The fitting must provide a leak-tight connection to the RO 1/4" tubing. A typical connection using the included water supply fitting is shown in Figure 6.. An optional connection using
standard plumbing fittings (not included) is shown in Figure
6B.
NOTE: Local code may dictate which type of water fitting is used. Consult a plumber if you are not familiar
with local codes or plumbing procedures.
INSTALL COLD WATER SUPPLY FITTING
(Included with your package)
Hot Water
Shutoff Valve
cold water
faucet stud
Cold Water
Shutoff Valve
water supply fitting
(tee, feed adaptor)
This fitting will be installed on the cold water pipe. The fitting must provide a leak-tight connection to the Reverse
Osmosis 1/4" tubing. Locate the cold water line in the sink
cabinet. It is recommended, but not required, that the cold
water line be soft water..
Complete the following steps to install the water supply fitting.
1. Close the water shut off valve that is immediately before
supply fitting and open faucets to drain water from the
sink cold water pipe.
2. Remove nut that connects the cold water faucet to cold
water plumbing.
3. Thread water supply fitting onto pipe and reconnect nut
to bottom of fitting.
OPTIONAL PIPE FITTINGS
(compression type shown)
NOTE: Be sure to turn off the water supply and open a
faucet to drain the pipe.
Complying with plumbing codes, install a fitting on the cold
water pipe to adapt 1/4" OD tubing. A typical connection is
shown in Figure 6B. If threaded fittings are used, be sure to
use pipe joint compound or thread sealing tape on outside
threads.
thread sealing
tape on threads
1/4” green tubing
cold water
pipe
to Reverse
Osmosis inlet
Cold Water Supply Connection
(using included water supply fitting)
Hot Water
Shutoff Valve
Cold Water
Shutoff Valve
1/4” compression
fitting
insert
FIG. 6
ferrule
1/4” green
cold water
pipe
tubing to
Reverse
Osmosis inlet
Cold Water Supply Connection
(using compression fitting - not included)
FIG. 6B
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