INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Warning
Please read carefully before proceeding with installation. Your failure to follow any attached instructions
or operating parameters may lead to the product’s failure.
Save manual for future reference
Model: EZ-RO 4
Refer to enclosed warranty for operating parameters to ensure proper use with your water supply.
Watts Premier, Inc. 8716 W Ludlow Drive Suite #1 Peoria, AZ 85381
Phone: 800-752-5582 www.wattspremier.com Fax: 623-866-5666
P/N 199484
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Manual Edition: 08/13/2012
Thank you for your purchase of a state of the art W atts Premier Reverse Osmosis (RO) water treatment system. W ater
quality concerns are becoming more of a focus for the public. You may have heard about contaminants in the drinking water
such as Arsenic, Perchlorate, Chromium, Cryptosporidium or Giardia. There may also be some local water issues such as
high levels of Lead and Copper. This Watts Premier water treatment system has been designed and tested to provide you
with high quality drinking water for years to come. The following is a brief overview of the system.
Your Reverse Osmosis System:
Osmosis is the process of water passing through a semi permeable membrane in order to balance the concentration of
contaminants on each side of the membrane. A semi permeable membrane is a barrier that will pass only certain particles
like clean drinking water, but not other particles like arsenic and lead.
Reverse osmosis uses a semi permeable membrane; however, by applying pressure across the membrane, it concentrates
contaminants (like a strainer) on one side of the membrane, producing crystal clear water on the other. This is why RO
systems produce both clean drinking water and rinse water that is ushed from the system. This reverse osmosis system also
utilizes carbon block ltration technology, and can therefore provide a higher quality drinking water than carbon ltration
systems alone.
Your system is a four stage RO which is based upon separate treatment segments within the one complete water ltration
system. These stages are as follows:
Stage 1 – Sediment lter, recommended change 6 months.
The rst stage of your RO system is a ve micron sediment lter that traps sediment and other particulate matter
like dirt, silt and rust which affect the taste and appearance of your water.
Stage 2 – Carbon lter, recommended change 6 months.
The second stage contains a ve micron carbon block lter. This helps ensure that chlorine and other materials that
cause bad taste and odor are greatly reduced.
Stage 3- Membrane, recommended change 2-5 years.
Stage three is the heart of the reverse osmosis system, the 50GPD (Gallons Per Day) RO membrane. This semi
permeable membrane will effectively remove TDS, Sodium and a wide range of contaminants such as Percholate,
Chromium, Arsenic, Copper, Lead as well as Cysts, such as Giardia and Cryptosporidium. Because the process of
extracting this high quality drinking water takes time, your RO water treatment system is equipped with a storage
tank.
Stage 4- Carbon post lter, recommend change 12 months.
The nal stage is a high quality carbon lter. Drinking water enters this lter after the water storage tank and it is
used as a nal polishing lter.
Note: Filter & Membrane life may vary based upon local water conditions and/or use patterns.
System Maintenance
Just because you can not taste it, does not mean that it is not there. Contaminants such as Lead, Chromium and Arsenic are
undetectable to the taste. Additionally, over time if you do not replace the lter elements, other bad tastes and odors will
be apparent in your drinking water.
It is important to change out your lters at the recommended intervals as indicated in this system manual. When replacing
the lter elements, pay special attention to any cleaning instructions. Should you have any further questions please refer to
our web site at www.wattspremier.com or call our customer service department at 1-800-752-5582.
With proper installation and maintenance, this system will provide you with high quality water for years to come.
All of Premier’s water enhancement products are rigorously tested by independent laboratories for safety and reliability.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our customer service department at 1-800-752-5582
(outside USA 480-675-7995) or refer to our on-line troubleshooting guide at www.wattspremier.com.
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** Before installation, please take a moment to ll out the warranty card on page 21-22.
Table of Contents
Operational Parameters .................................................................................................................. 4
Contents of Reverse Osmosis System ............................................................................................ 4
Installation & Startup
Tools Recommended For Installation .............................................................................................. 4
Flow Diagram / Parts List ................................................................................................................ 5
Drill a Hole for the Reverse Osmosis Faucet .................................................................................. 6
How to use Quick Connect Fittings on Your RO Module ................................................................ 6
Mount the Reverse Osmosis Faucet ............................................................................................... 7
Helpful Installation Tips for the Watts Top Mount Faucet ................................................................ 8
Adapt-a-Valve Installation ...............................................................................................................9
Drain Saddle Installation................................................................................................................ 10
Drill Hole and Connect 3/8” Black Tube from RO Faucet to the Drain ..........................................10
Connections on the Back of the Reverse Osmosis Module ...........................................................11
Green Tube Connection - RO Module ............................................................................................11
Blue Tube Connections - RO Module .............................................................................................11
Reverse Osmosis Module Mounting...............................................................................................11
Green Tube Connection - Adapt-a-valve ........................................................................................11
Install Flow Restrictor .................................................................................................................... 12
Red Tube Connection - RO Faucet to the RO Membrane............................................................. 12
Tank Ball Valve Installation ............................................................................................................ 12
Blue Tube Connection - RO Module to the Tank ........................................................................... 12
Start up Instructions....................................................................................................................... 13
Maintenance & Troubleshooting
System Maintenance / Changing Filters ........................................................................................ 14
Membrane Replacement .............................................................................................................. 14
Annual Sanitization ....................................................................................................................... 15
Check Air Pressure in the Tank ..................................................................................................... 15
Procedure for Extended Non-Use (More than 2 months) .............................................................. 16
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................ 17
Product Technical & Warranty Information
Performance Data Sheet ............................................................................................................... 18
Arsenic Fact Sheet ........................................................................................................................ 19
Nitrate / Nitrite Test Information .....................................................................................................20
Warranty Registration ...............................................................................................................21-22
Service Record .............................................................................................................................. 23
Limited Warranty ...........................................................................................................................24
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Operational Parameters
Installation must comply with State and local plumbing regulations. Do not use with water that is micro
biologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system.
System is intended to be installed using the cold water supply only.
Operating Temperatures: Maximum 100°F (37.8°C) Minimum 40°F (4.4°C)
Operating Pressure: Maximum 100 psi (7.0 kg/cm
2
) Minimum 40 psi (2.80 kg/cm
2
)
pH Parameters: Maximum 11 Minimum 2
Iron: Maximum 0.2 ppm
TDS (Total Dissolved Solids) < 1800 ppm
Turbidity < 5 NTU
Hardness Maximum 10 Grains Per Gallon *
Hardness: Recommended hardness not to exceed 10 grains per gallon, or 170 parts per million.
System will operate with hardness over 10 grains but the membrane life may be shortened.
*
Addition of a water softener may lengthen the membrane life.
Water Pressure: The operating water pressure in your home should be tested over a 24 hour
period to attain the maximum pressure. If the incoming water pressure is above 100 psi then a
water pressure regulator is required. A booster pump is needed for incoming water pressure
under 40psi.
Copper Tube: Reverse Osmosis water should not be run through copper tube as the purity of the
water will leach copper causing an objectional taste in water and pin holes may form in the tube.
Contents of the Reverse Osmosis (RO) System
Tank – White Faucet Box/Bag
RO Module with lters installed Manual
Parts Bag
INSTALLATION & STARTUP
Tools Recommended For Installation
√ 1 1/4" Diamond Tipped Hole Saw bit for faucet opening (Counter Tops/Porcelain & Stainless Sinks)
√ 1 1/4” Adjustable Wrench √ Phillips bit for electric drill
√ 1/2" Open End Wrench √ Needle Nose Pliers
√ 5/8” Open End Wrench √ Adjustable Pliers
√ Electric Drill √ Sharp Knife
√ 1/8" diamond tip bit, pilot hole √ Phillips Screw Driver
√ 1/4” drain saddle hole
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Flow Diagram / Parts List
Item # Part # Description
1 119007 TANK-3 GALLON-METAL-WHITE
2 560080 ADAPT-A-VALVE KIT
3 420060 FAUCET-AG-CHR
4 134018 TANK-VALVE-BALL-ELB-1/4QCX1/4F
5 164016 DRAIN SADDLE 3/8” - KIT
6 119028 TANK STAND
7 610109 1/4” GREEN Tube - 4FT
8 610113 1/4” BLUE Tube - 2 X 4FT
9 400048 3/8” BLACK Tube - 3FT
10 140016 1/4” RED Tube - 4FT
1 1 114104 LID ASSEMBL Y
12 114105 FILTER - SEDIMENT
13 114106 FILTER - CARBON BLOCK
14 114107 FILTER - CARBON POST
15 114110 FILTER - MEMBRANE 50GPD
15a 610092 FLOW RESTRICTOR ELBOW
16 228004 FITTING - 1/4” STEM X 3/8” QC ADAPTER
2
ADAPTA
VALVE
COLD
1/4"
GREEN
TUBE
3
3/8" BLACK TUBE
3/8"
BLUE
TUBE
16
9
11
7
SEDIMENT
SEDIMENT PRE-CARBON
PRE-CARBON
RO MEMBRANE
RO MEMBRANE
POST CARBON
POST CARBON
8
DRAIN SADDLE
5
4
10
12 13 1415
1/4"
RED
TUBE
8
1
Storage Tank
15a
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1/4"
BLUE
TUBE
6
Drill a Hole for the Reverse Osmosis Faucet
Marble Counter-top
We recommend contacting a qualied contractor for drilling a hole in a marble counter-top.
Counter Top / Porcelain & Stainless Steel Sink
Note:
Step 1
Step 2
Most sinks are pre drilled with 1 ¼” diameter hole that you can use for your RO faucet.
(If you are already using it for a sprayer or soap dispenser, see step 1)
Porcelain sinks are extremely hard and can crack or chip easily.
Use extreme caution when drilling. Watts accepts no responsibility for
damage resulting from the installation of faucet. Diamond tip bit recommended.
Determine desired location for the RO faucet on your sink and place
a piece of masking tape over where the hole is to be drilled. Mark the
center of the hole on the tape.
Using a variable speed drill set on the slowest speed, drill a 1/8“ pilot
hole through both porcelain and metal casing of sink at the marked
center of the desired location. Use lubricating oil or liquid soap to keep
the drill bit cool (If drill bit gets hot it may cause the porcelain to crack
or chip).
Step 3
Using a 1 ¼” diamond tip hole saw, proceed to drill the large hole. Keep
drill speed on the slowest speed and use lubricating oil or liquid soap
to keep the hole saw cool during cutting.
Step 4
After drilling, remove all sharp edges and make sure the surroundings
of the sink are cooled before mounting the faucet.
How to use the Quick Connect Fittings
To make a connection, the tube is simply pushed into the tting. The unique locking system holds the tube rmly in place
without deforming it or restricting ow. Use the steps below in reference to any quick connect tube connections.
It is essential that the outside diameter be free of score
marks and that burrs and sharp edges be removed before
inserting into tting.
Push the tube into the tting, to the tube stop. The collet
(gripper) has stainless steel teeth which hold the tube
rmly in position while the O-ring provides a permanent
leak proof seal.
To disconnect, ensure the system is
depressurized before removing the tube. Push in the col-
lect squarely against face of tting. With the collet held
in this position, the tube can be removed. The tting can
then be reused.
Fitting grips before it seals. Ensure tube is pushed into
the tube stop.
Pull on the tube to check that it is secure. It is a good practice
to test the system prior to leaving site and /or before use.
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WATTS Premier Monitored (Top Mount) Faucet Installation
A) Connect tubes to the RO faucet (Figure A)
This RO faucet is equipped with quick connect ttings for easy tube
installation. To connect tubes, simply push them rmly into their
corresponding tting on the RO faucet until fully seated.
In the parts bag, locate one 3/8” Stem x 1/4” Quick connect
tting adapter, one 1/4” red tube, one 1/4” blue tube and one
3/8” black tube.
1.
Insert the 3/8” Stem adapter into the 3/8”tting located on the
end of the toggle bolt assembly.
2. Connect 1/4” BLUE tube. (1/4” Fitting Adapter on Toggle Bolt)
The BLUE tubing has one BENT end and one STRAIGHT
end. Insert the STRAIGHT end rmly into the faucet tting.
3. Connect 3/8” BLACK tube . (3/8” Fitting on base of faucet)
Insert one open end rmly into the faucet tting.
4. Connect 1/4” RED tube. (1/4” Fitting on base of faucet)
The RED tubing has one BENT end and one STRAIGHT
end. Insert the STRAIGHT end rmly into the faucet tting.
B) Mount the RO faucet (Figure B)
(4) RED
Toggle Bolt
3/8” Fitting
3/8 Stem x 1/4” QC Adapter
(3) BLACK
(2) BLUE
(1) 1/4” Blue Tube
(2) 1/4” Red Tube
(3) 3/8” Black Tube
A
A 1.0” - 1.25” Mounting hole is required for faucet installation.
5. Feed the toggle bolt and tubes through the mounting hole in the
sink. Test t faucet placement.
6. Peel the white backing paper off the seal on the bottom of the
faucet base and press rmly over the mounting location.
7.
Insert your Phillips head screwdriver throught the spout hole of the
RO faucet and torque the toggle bolt until the faucet is secure.
Do not overtighten!
C) Pull Battery Tab and Install Spout (Figure C)
8. Insert spout into the faucet base until fully seated.
9. Pull the Battery Safety Tab out to activate faucet monitor.
Make sure that the clear drawer is rmly seated in the
faucet base. The monitor will ash briey once activated.
CAUTION!
“This product contains a button cell battery. If swallowed, it
could cause severe injury or death in just 2 hours.
Seek medical attention immediately.”
6
7
Spout Hole
8
9
B
5
C
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Helpful Installation Tips for the Watts Top Mount Faucet
During shipping/handling the toggle bolt on your new faucet may
push up out of position. Prior to the
install, hold the faucet as shown in
the picture and pull down on the
wing nut. This will ensure that the
O-rings are in their proper position
and that your faucet will have a
good seal.
Disassembling your faucet is never
recommended as this could void
your warranty. If it is necessary to
remove the fitting at the end of the
toggle bolt you must follow the following procedure for re-assembly.
Prior to re-connecting the fitting
to the toggle bolt, you must insert
the 3/8” blue tube into the fitting.
There are small O-rings inside of
the fitting that could be pushed out
of position if the blue tube is not
fully inserted first. Failure to do so
may cause the faucet to leak.
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Adapt-a-Valve Installation
Caution:
Verify contents prior to installation:
( 1 ) - Plastic Adapt-a-Valve with black collet
Water supply line to the system must be from the cold water supply line only.
Hot water will severely damage your system.
Black
Collet
( 1 ) - Brass Adapter no washer
( 1 ) - Brass Adapter with black washer
( 1 ) - White rubber washer
A
White
Washer
*White
Washer
A
3/8” Conguration
(With Brass Fittings)
* Insert White Washer
Hot
Supply
Cold
Supply
1/2” Conguration
(Without Brass
Fittings)
Hot
Supply
Cold
Supply
Step 5
Step 6
TIPS:
Do not use Teon tape with the Adapt-a-Valve.WARNING:
Turn off the cold water supply to the faucet by turning the angle stop valve completely off.
Open cold water sink faucet to relieve pressure.
Choosing the conguration that ts your plumbing, attach the adapt-a-valve as illustrated in
the four photos above.
Make sure that the black collet is installed in to the 1/4” opening on the Adapt-a-valve.
Don’t forget to install the white compression washer with the 3/8” conguration.
Brass adapter (A) does not need to be tightened with a wrench, only nger tight.
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Drain Saddle Installation
Drain Saddle ts standard 1 ¼” – 1 ½” drain pipes
Caution:
Step 7
If you have a garbage disposal, do not install the drain saddle near it.
Installation of the drain saddle must be either above the garbage disposal, or
if a second sink drain is available, install it above the cross bar on the second
drain. Installation of the drain saddle near a garbage disposal may cause
the drain line to plug. If no other installation of drain line is available, Watts
Premier offers drain line installation kit (part number 164020) that can be used
with garbage disposals.
Gather the pieces of the drain saddle:
1 Black compression nut 1 Semicircle bracket with opening
2 Screws 1 Foam gasket
2 Nuts for screws 1 Semicircle bracket
Step 8
The small square black foam gasket with a circle cut out of the middle
must be applied to the inside of the drain saddle. Remove sticky tape
backing and stick to the drain saddle as shown.
Step 9
The drain saddle must be mounted at least 1 ½” above the nut of the
P-trap or cross bar from the garbage disposal to insure proper drainage.
Assemble the drain saddle around the drain pipe at the best available
location. Using Phillips screw driver tighten screws evenly and securely
on both sides of the drain saddle. Keep the plastic compression nut off
at this time.
Caution:
Do not over tighten the screws. It may crack the drain saddle.
Drill hole and Connect 3/8” Black Tube from Faucet to the Drain Saddle
IMPORTANT:
The black 3/8” drain tube must be as SHORT and STRAIGHT as possible to the drain
saddle, making a downward slope from faucet to drain saddle to allow for proper
drainage. This is a gravity fed line and if there is any bend or dip in the tube, the rinse
water will not ow into the drain properly. Water may back up and come out the air
gap hole in the back of the faucet.
Step 10
Caution:
Step 11
Step 12
With the drain saddle secured onto the drain pipe, using a 1/4”
drill bit installed in your electric drill, insert the drill bit through the
opening in the drain saddle and drill into the drain pipe.
It is very important to keep the drill centered to prevent
damage of the drain saddle while drilling.
Measure the 3/8” black tube from faucet to the drain saddle on the
drain pipe and make a straight cut to the correct length.
Slip black tube through black compression nut. Insert black tube
into the opening in the drain saddle and hand tighten the black nut,
and add 1/4 turn with a wrench.
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Connections on the back of the RO Module
NOTE
1/4” Blue Tube Connection -
to RO Faucet
* Remove Red rubber plugs before tube installation!
1/4” Green Tube Connection -
to Adapt-a-Valve
FAUCET COLD
RO TANK
1/4” Blue Tube Connection - to RO TANK
Green Tube Connection
Step 13
Locate the 1/4” green tube in the box. Connect one end of the 1/4” green tube to the quick
connect tting (COLD) located on the back side of the RO system behind the Sediment
lter head (Red Label) by pushing it rmly into the tting. (See Picture Above)
Blue Tube Connections
Step 14
Connect the 1/4” blue tube from the RO Faucet to the 1/4” quick connect tting (FAUCET)
located on the back side of the RO system behind the Post-Carbon lter head (Blue Label)
by pushing rmly into the tting. Locate the second 1/4” blue tube in the box. Connect this
1/4” blue tube to the 1/4” quick connect elbow tting (RO TANK) located on the back side of
the RO system directly behind the Pre-Carbon lter head (Yellow Label) by pushing rmly
into the tting. (See Picture above)
Reverse Osmosis Module Mounting
Step 15 Determine best location for the RO module to be mounted to allow
for future system maintenance. Using the mounting holes on the
bracket, mark the location for the mounting screws on the cabinet
wall under the sink. In the parts bag, locate the two self tapping
screws. Using an electric drill with a Phillips bit, screw them into
the cabinet at the marked location. Hang the module on the screws
using the mounting holes in the bracket
Connect Green tube to the Adapt-a-Valve
Step 16
Connect the green tube attached to the RO to the ¼” Quick Connect
opening on the adapt-a-valve by pushing the green tube rmly into
the tting. Approximately 3/4” of the tube should insert into the
adapt-a-valve tting.
Green Tube
Adapt-a-Valve
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Install Flow Restrictor
Locate the blue ow restrictor elbow in the parts bag. Step 17
Step 18
Red Tube Connection (RO Faucet to the RO Membrane)
Step 19
The reverse osmosis membrane cartridge (Green label) has
a quick connect tting on the bottom of it. Remove the rubber
plug from the tting. Insert the blue ow restrictor elbow stem
rmly into the quick connect tting as pictured.
Locate the red tube attached to the RO faucet and connect
it to the ow restrictor elbow quick connect tting installed on
the RO membrane lter (Green label) by pushing the red tube
rmly into the tting.
Tank Ball Valve Installation
Step 20
Step 21
Teon tape must be applied in a clockwise direction. Wrap
(7 to 12 turns) around the male pipe threads (MPT) on the
stainless steel tting on top of the tank.
Thread the quick connect ball valve (supplied in the parts bag)
onto the stainless steel connector on the tank.
Note: Do not over-tighten plastic connections.
Blue Tube Connection (From the RO Module the Tank)
Step 22
Position tank in desired location. Stand it upright or lay it on
its side (using the black plastic stand). Locate the open end of
the 1/4” blue tube attached to the TANK connection on the RO
module. Insert the tube into the quick connect tting on the tank
ball valve making sure the tube is pushed in all the way to the
tube stop. (See Picture to the Right)
Note: Set the blue ball valve knob in-line with the blue tube, this is the “open” position.
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Congratulations!
You have completed the installation of new your Reverse Osmosis system.
Start up Instructions
Step 1
Turn on the incoming cold water at the angle stop valve and the
Adapt-a-Valve. Check the system for leaks and tighten any ttings
as necessary. (Check frequently over the next 24 hours to ensure
no leaks are present).
Please Follow the Startup Instructions.
ON
Note:
Step 2
If you have connected your RO system to a refrigerator / ice maker, make sure the ice maker is
off (do not allow water to ow to the ice maker) until ushing (Step 4) is complete and the tank
has been allowed to ll completely. Connection from the RO to the ice maker system should
have an in-line valve installed before the ice maker so it can easily be closed to prevent water
owing to the ice maker during start up and periodic maintenance. Your storage tank must be
allowed to ll up fully in order for the ice maker system to work properly.
Open the RO faucet and leave it open until water begins to trickle out (this may take a few
minutes and the water will come out slowly).
Step 3
Close the RO faucet allowing the storage tank to ll with water. It may take 3 to 6 hours to
ll the tank completely depending on the production capability of the membrane, local water
temperature and water pressure.
Note:
Step 4
During the ll period you may hear water trickling which is a normal occurrence.
After the storage tank has lled (the water trickling has stopped), open the RO Faucet to
ush the tank completely. You will know that the tank is empty when the ow rate from the
RO faucet is down to a trickle. Repeat this step two more times. The fourth tank can be
used for drinking.
The ushing process should take about a day to complete.
Note:
Flushing of the tank 3 times is only necessary during the initial startup and after replacing the
membrane.
Don’t Forget To Register!
Register by phone, fax, mail or internet. Watts Premier uses this information only to provide
you with a lter change reminder service. Pre-lters should be changed every 6 months and
the nal in-line lter annually. You may register your system via our web site at
www.wattspremier.com or call 1-800-752-5582 (within USA only) / FAX#: 623-866-5666.
For Warranty card Please see page 21-22.
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MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING
Your RO module is equipped with valved heads which will automatically turn off the water
supply to each lter when the lter is released, thus you do not need to turn off the incoming
water supply at the Adapt-a-Valve. The RO faucet must be off when filters are replaced. To
make the removal of the filter cartridges easier, the heads & cartridges may be swiveled up.
6 Month System Maintenance
Replace:
One sediment lter (Red Label P/N: 114105)
√
√ One carbon pre-lter (Yellow Label P/N: 114106)
Annual Maintenance -
Replace:
Tip:
Note:
This is a good time to check the air pressure in your storage
tank. For instructions please see page 15.
Flush rst tank full after completing the annual maintenance.
One sediment lter (Red Label P/N: 114105)
√
√ One carbon pre-lter (Yellow Label P/N: 114106)
√ One carbon post-lter (Blue Label P/N: 114107)
Changing The Filter Cartridges
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Note:
Place a towel under the RO module to catch any excess water that
may drip out from the lters during the changeover.
To remove a lter cartridge: Twist lter cartridge counter
clockwise until cartridge pops out of the lter head.
To install a lter cartridge: Remove the seal cap and insert the
cartridge into the valved head twisting it clockwise until full seated.
To reset the electronic monitor during replacement of lters, simply
slide out the battery from the base of the faucet and reinsert.
(Sanitization Recommended See Page 15)
This reverse osmosis system contains a replaceable component (the RO membrane) which is critical to the
efciency of the system. Replacement of this reverse osmosis membrane should be with one of identical
specications as dened by to assure the same efciency and contaminant reduction performance.
Membrane Replacement (2 - 5 Years)
√ One Membrane (50 GPD Green Label P/N: 114110)Replace:
Membranes have a life expectancy between 2 and 5 years, depending on the incoming water conditions
and the amount the RO system is used. This reverse osmosis membrane is critical for effective reduction of total
dissolved solids (TDS). The product water should be tested periodically to verify that the system is performing
satisfactorily.
Normally, a membrane would be replaced during a semiannual or annual lter change. However, if at any
time you notice a reduction in water production or an unpleasant taste in the reverse osmosis water, it could be
time to replace the membrane. Premier recommends replacing the membrane when TDS reduction falls below
75%.
A water sample may be sent to Premier for a free diagnosis of your membranes performance. To send
a water sample, use 2 clean containers and ll 1/2 cup of tap water in one container and 1/2 cup of RO water in
2nd container. Clearly label each sample. Send the samples to the address listed on the cover of this manual
attention “Water Samples”. Premier will test the water and mail or call you with the results.
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Annual Sanitization
7
PSI
Note:
Step 1
Step 2 Disconnect the blue tube from the ball valve on the storage tank (see
Sanitization procedure should be performed before a lter change.
Turn off the water supply to your RO at the adapt-a-valve and open
the RO faucet to drain the storage tank.
8 for quick connect tting use instructions).
Step 3
IMPORTANT
Using a clean eye dropper insert 1 teaspoon of hydrogen peroxide or
common household bleach into the blue tube. This will ow into the
tank once water is turned back on to unit. Reattach blue tube to the
ball valve. Follow start up procedure and drain the rst two full tanks
of water.
Carbon Post-Filter (Blue Label) MUST be replaced after
system sanitization.
Check Air Pressure in the Tank
Important:
Check air pressure in the storage tank when you notice a decrease in available water from
the RO system. Air can be added with a bicycle pump using the schrader valve that is located
on the lower side of the tank behind the blue plastic cap.
Step 1
Turn off the incoming water supply to the RO at the adapt-a-valve
(Follow the green tube away from the RO system to nd the adapt-
a-valve.)
Step 2
Open the RO Faucet and allow water to drain from the tank until
it is completely empty.
Tip:
Step 3
When water from the RO faucet slows to a trickle, with the faucet still in the open position add
air to the tank to purge any left over water, this will ensure that the tank is completely empty.
Once all water in the tank is purged, check air pressure using an air pressure gauge, it should
read between 5 - 7 PSI. (Digital air pressure gauge is recommended)
Check air pressure only when tank is empty of water!
Step 4
Follow startup procedure on page 13.
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Procedure for Extended Non-Use (More than 2 months)
Turn off the water supply to your RO system at the adapt-a-valve
and open the RO faucet to drain the storage tank. Once the storage
tank is empty, remove all lter cartridges (order not important), place
them into a sealed plastic bag and store in your refrigerator.
DO NOT FREEZE!
OFF
To Restart System:
Step 1
Reinstall all lters on to the RO unit. Filters are color coded to
match the lter heads they twist into. Refer to page 14 step three
for cartridge installation procedure.
Step 2
Note:
Turn on the water supply to your RO system at the Adapt-a-V alve.
If you have connected your RO system to a refrigerator / ice maker, make sure the ice
maker is off (do not allow water to ow to the ice maker) until the tank has been allowed
to completely ll.
Step 3
Step 4
Open the RO faucet and leave it open until water begins to trickle out (it will come out slowly).
Close the RO faucet allowing the storage tank to ll with water. It may take 3 to 6 hours to
ll the tank completely depending on the production capability of the membrane, local water
temperature and water pressure.
Step 5
After the Tank has lled, open the RO Faucet to ush the tank completely. You will know that
the tank is empty when the ow rate from the RO faucet is down to a trickle. The second tank
can be used for drinking.
ON
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TROUBLE SHOOTING
Problem Cause Solution
1. Low/Slow Production Low Water Pressure Assure a minimum of 40 psi incoming water pressure.
Watts sells a booster pump if home water pressure is
low. Make sure water supply is turned on and Adapta
Valve is all the way open.
Crimps in tube Check tube and straighten or replace as necessary.
Clogged pre-lters Replace pre-lters.
Fouled membrane Replace membrane.
2. Milky colored Water Air in system Air in the system is a normal occurrence with initial
start up of the RO system. This milky look will
disappear during normal use within 1-2 weeks. If
condition reoccurs after lter change, drain tank 1 to 2
times.
3. Water constantly Low water pressure See #1 Above
running, unit will not
shut off Crimp in supply tube Check tube and straighten or repair as necessary.
High water pressure Check incoming water pressure to make sure it does
not exceed 80 psi. A pressure relief valve may be
necessary.
High pressure in Tank Empty storage tank of water. Set tank air pressure
between 5-7 psi. See page 15.
Low Pressure in Tank Use a Digital Air Gauge for best results. The empty
tank pressure should be 5-7 psi. See page 15.
4. Noise / Water from faucet Crimp or restriction Check tube and straighten or repair as necessary.
vent hole or noise from in drain line Straighten all drain lines. Clear blockage. Cut off any
drain. Excess tube
Drain tube clogged Caused from dishwasher or garbage disposal.
Disconnect the 3/8” black line at the drain, clean the
3/8” black line out with a wire, then reconnect. Blowing
air through the line will not always remove the clog.
5. Small amount of water in System starting up Normally it takes 3-5 hours to ll tank. Note: low
storage tank incoming water pressure and/or temperature can
drastically reduce production rate.
Low water pressure See #1 above.
To much air in tank Tank air pressure should be 5-7 psi when empty of water.
If below 5 psi add air or bleed if above 7 psi.
Check only when tank is empty of water.
See page 15.
6. Water leaks from the lter / Not properly seated Re-insert the lter / membrane cartridge.
membrane cartridge.
7. Low water ow from faucet Check air pressure in tank Use a Digital Air Gauge for best results. The empty
tank pressure should be 5-7 psi. See page 15.
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TECHNICAL & WARRANTY INFORMATION
Watts Premier
8716 W. Ludlow Drive Suite #1
Peoria, AZ 85381 USA
531418
GENERAL USE CONDITIONS:
1. System to be used with municipal or well water sources treated and tested on regular basis to insure bacteriological safe quality. DO NOT use with water that
is microbiologically unsafe or unknown quality without adequate disinfection before and after the system. Systems certied for cyst reduction may be used on
disinfected water that may contain lterable cysts.
2. This system is acceptable for treatment of inuent concentrations of no more than 27 mg/L nitrate and 3 mg/L nitrite in combination measured as N and is certied
for nitrite/nitrate reduction only for water supplies with a pressure of 280 kPa (40 psig) or greater. If your water supply is under 40 psi Watts recommends the use of a
RO booster pump for proper operation.
3. Operating Temperature: Maximum: 100°F (40.5°C) Minimum: 40° (4.4°)
4. Operating Water Pressure: Maximum: 85 psi (6.0kg/cm2) Minimum: 40 psi (2.8kg/cm2)
5. pH 2 to 11
6. Maximum Iron present in incoming water supply must be less than 0.2 ppm.
7. Hardness of more than 10 grains per gallon (170 ppm) may reduce RO membrane life expectancy.
8. Recommend TDS (Total Dissolved Solids) not to exceed 1800 ppm.
Description Change time Frame Cost
Sediment Pre-lter: #114105 6 Months $ 9.95
Carbon Pre-lter: #114106 6 Months $15.95
Post Carbon lter #114107 12 Months $15.50
50 GPD R.O. Membrane: #114110 2 to 5 years $99.00
* All Prices Subject to change without notice
This system has been tested according to ANSI 58 for reduction of the substances listed below. The concentration of the indicated substances in water entering
the system was reduced to a concentration less than or equal to the permissible limit for water leaving the system as specied in ANSI 58. This system has been
tested for the treatment of water containing pentavalent arsenic (also known as As (V), As (+5), or arsenate) at concentrations of 0.30 mg/L or less. This system
reduces pentavalent arsenic, but may not remove other forms of arsenic. This system is to be used on water supplies containing a detectable free chlorine residual
at the system inlet or on water supplies that have been demonstrated to contain only pentavalent arsenic. Treatment with chloramine (combined chlorine) is not
sufcient to ensure complete conversion of trivalent arsenic to pentavalent arsenic, Please see the Arsenic Facts section of the Performance Data Sheet for further
information.
Avg. In. Avg. Eff. % Reduction pH Pressure Max Eff. Inf. challenge Max Allowable
(mg/L) (mg/L) mg/L concentration concentration
mg/L mg/L
Arsenic (Pentavalent) .310 0.001 99.6% 7.24 50psi 0.002 0.30±10% 0.010 mg/L
Barium Reduction 9.2 0.08 99.0% 7.64 50psi 0.12 10.0±10% 2.0
Cadmium Reduction 0.031 0.0004 98.0% 7.49 50psi 0.0008 0.03±10% 0005
Chromium (Hexavalent) 0.30 0.002 99.0% 7.24 50psi 0.004 0.03±10% 0.1
Chromium (Trivalent) 0.30 0.001 99.0% 7.64 50psi 0.002 0.03±10% 0.1
Copper Reduction 3.2 0.02 99.0% 7.40 50psi 0.04 3.0±10% 1.3
Cysts 92,000#/ml 3 #/ml 99.99% 7.44 50psi 18 minimum 50,000/mL N/A
Fluoride Reduction 8.7 0.19 97.0% 7.24 50psi 0.3 8.0±10% 1.5
Lead Reduction 0.15 0.002 98.8% 7.39 50psi 0.005 0.15±10% 0.0107
Nitrate 27 3.8 86.0% 7.24 50psi 4.3 27.0 ±10% 10.0
Nitrite 3.1 0.41 86.0% 7.24 50psi 0.46 3.0 ±10% 1.0
Nitrate + Nitrite 30 4.2 86.0% 7.24 50psi 4.8 30.0 ±10% 10.0
Perchlorate 0.14 0.003 97.0% 7.39 50psi 0.005 mg/L 0.10±10% 0.006
Radium 226/228 25pCi/L 5pCi/L 80.0% 7.24 50psi 5pCi/L 25pCiL±10% 5pCiL
Selenium 94.85 <0.2 97.0% 7.24 50psi <0.2 0.10±10% 0.05
TDS 741 22 97.0% 7.28 50psi 26.0 750±40mg/L 187
Turbidity 11.3 0.1 99.0% 7.43 50psi 0-1 11±1mg/L 0.5NTU
RECOMMENDED REPLACEMENT PARTS AND CHANGE INTERVALS:
Note: Depending on incoming feed water conditions replacement time frame may vary.
Recovery - 15.77% Daily Production Rate - 18.43 GPD Efciency - 8.82%
Depending on water chemistry, water temperature, and water pressure Watts Premier’s R.O. Systems production and performance will vary.
Efciency rating means the percentage of the inuent water to the system that is available to the user as reverse osmosis treated water under
operating conditions that approximate typical daily usage. Recovery rating means the percentage of the inuent 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. There is an average of 4 gallons of reject water for every 1 gallon of product water produced.
REFER TO OWNER’S INSTALLATION/SERVICE MANUAL FOR FURTHER MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS AND WARRANTY
INFORMATION.
Phone: (480) 675-7995 Fax: (623) 866-5666 Email: wpmail@watts.com
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Arsenic Fact Sheet
Arsenic (As) is a naturally occurring contaminant found in many ground waters. Arsenic
in water has no color , taste or odor. It must be measured by an arsenic test kit or lab
test.
Public water utilities must have their water tested for arsenic. Y ou can obtain the results
from your water utility contained with in your consumer condence report. If you have
your own well, you will need to have the water evaluated. The local health department
or the state environmental health agency can provide a list of test kits or certied labs.
There are two forms of arsenic: pentavalent arsenic (also called As (V), As (+5))
and trivalent arsenic (also called As (III), As (+3)). In well water, arsenic may be
pentavalent, trivalent, or a combination of both. Although both forms of arsenic are
potentially hazardous to your health, trivalent arsenic is considered more harmful than
pentavalent arsenic.
RO systems are very effective at removing pentavalent arsenic. A free chlorine residual
will rapidly convert trivalent arsenic to pentavalent arsenic. Other water treatment
chemicals such as ozone and potassium permanganate will also change trivalent
arsenic to pentavalent arsenic. A combined chlorine residual (also called chloramine)
where it does convert trivalent arsenic to pentavalent arsenic, may not convert all the
trivalent arsenic in to pentavalent arsenic. If you get your water from a public water
utility, contact the utility to nd out if free chlorine or combined chlorine is used in the
water system.
This reverse osmosis system is designed to remove up to 98% of pentavalent arsenic.
It will not convert trivalent arsenic to pentavalent arsenic. Under laboratory standard
testing conditions, this system reduced 0.30 mg/L (ppm) pentavalent arsenic to under
0.010 mg/L (ppm) (the USEPA standard for drinking water). Actual performance of the
system may vary depending on specic water quality conditions at the consumer’s
installation. In addition to the independent laboratory standard testing conditions has
conducted additional eld testing on our reverse osmosis units to determine trivalent
arsenic reduction capabilities. Based upon eld testing, it has been determined that
the RO units are capable of reducing up to 67% of trivalent arsenic from the drinking
water.
This reverse osmosis system contains a replaceable component critical to the efciency
of the system. Replacement of the reverse osmosis component should be with one of
identical specications, as dened by the manufacturer, to ensure the same efciency
and contaminant reduction performance. Specic component identication and ordering
information can be found in the maintenance section of this manual, by phone at
1-800-659-8400 or online at www.watts.com
California Proposition 65 Warning
WARNING: this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. (Installer: California law requires
that this warning be given to the consumer). For more information: www .wattsind.com/
prop65.
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Nitrate / Nitrite Test Instruction
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WARRANTY REGISTRATION
Thank you for selecting Watts Premier for your water ltration needs.
4 Ways to Register
Watts Premier Inc. is concerned for the safety of your personal information. Watts Premier collects personal information when you register with
Watts Premier. This information is stored in our database and we do not rent, sell, or share personal information with other people or nonafliated
companies. We reserve the right to send you certain types of communications such as direct mail, email, or by telephone relating to our products
or products that you have purchased. We limit access to your personal information to those employees who will directly provide you with services
or products in order to do their jobs. We want to offer you four ways to communicate with us. 1.Online, 2.Fax, 3.Telephone, and 4. Mail the form
below. By registering your product you will receive the full benet of our warranty. Watts Premier will also send you a semiannual lter change
reminder beginning six months from date of installation. To ensure the highest quality of your water, lters should be replaced every 6 months. If
you have any questions or comments please give us a call at 1-800-752-5582 M-F 8:00am -5:00pm MST.
1. Online at www.wattspremier.com
Register your product online and receive a 5% discount on your next on-line order.
2. Call in your information 1-800-752-5582
Call and we will enter your information.
3. Fax in your information 623-866-5666
Fax this form directly to us.
4. Mail in the information.
Please complete the form below. Mail to: Watts Premier
8716 W Ludlow Dr. Suite #1
Peoria, AZ 85381
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Service Record
Model Number:__________ Serial Number:___________
Date of Purchase:__________ Date of Install:___________ Installed by:_____________
Date
Sediment
Filter
(6 months)
Carbon
Pre-Filter
(6 months)
Membrane
(2-5 years)
Carbon
Post-Filter
(12months)
NOTES:
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Limited Warranty
What your Warranty Covers:
If any part of your WATTS PREMIER Reverse Osmosis System is defective in workmanship (excluding replaceable
lters and membranes), return unit after obtaining a return authorization (see below), less tank, within 3 years of original
retail purchase, WATTS PREMIER will repair or, at WATTS PREMIER’S option, replace the system at no charge.
How to obtain Warranty Service:
For warranty service, call 1-800-752-5582 for documentation and a return authorization number. Once the return
authorization number has been created, ship your Reverse Osmosis unit (less tank) to our factory , freight and insurance
prepaid, with proof of date of original purchase. Include a note stating the problem experienced and include your name,
address and your return authorization number. No returns will be accepted without the proper return authorization
number. Premier will repair it, or replace it, and ship it back to you prepaid.
What this warranty does not cover:
This warranty does not cover defects resulting from improper installation, (contrary to WATTS PREMIER’s printed
instructions), from abuse, misuse, misapplication, improper maintenance, neglect, alteration, accidents, casualties, re,
ood, freezing, environmental factors, water pressure spikes or other such acts of God.
This warranty will be void if defects occur due to failure to observe the following conditions:
1. The Reverse Osmosis System must be hooked up to a potable municipal or well cold water supply.
2. The hardness of the water should not exceed 10 grains per gallon, or 170 ppm.
3. Maximum incoming iron must be less than 0.2 ppm.
4. The pH of the water must not be lower than 2 or higher than 11.
5. The incoming water pressure must be between 40 and 85 pounds per square inch.
6. Incoming water to the RO cannot exceed 105 degrees F (40 degrees C.)
7. Incoming TDS/Total Dissolved Solids not to exceed 1800 ppm.
8. Do not use with water that is micro biologically unsafe or of unknown quality without
adequate disinfection before or after the system.
This warranty does not cover any equipment that is relocated from the site of its original installation.
This warranty does not cover any charges incurred due to professional installation.
This warranty does not cover any equipment that is installed or used outside the United States of America and Canada.
LIMIT ATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS:
W ATTS PREMIER WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF
MERCHANT ABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A P AR TICULAR PURPOSE. PREMIER WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE
FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING TRAVEL EXPENSE, TELEPHONE
CHARGES, LOSS OF REVENUE, LOSS OF TIME, INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OF USE OF THE EQUIPMENT , AND
DAMAGE CAUSED BY THIS EQUIPMENT AND ITS FAILURE TO FUNCTION PROPERL Y. THIS W ARRANTY
SETS FORTH ALL OF PREMIER’S RESPONSIBILITIES REGARDING THIS EQUIPMENT.
OTHER CONDITIONS:
If PREMIER chooses to replace the equipment, WATTS PREMIER may replace it with reconditioned equipment. Parts
used in repairing or replacing the equipment will be warranted for 90 days from the date the equipment is returned to you
or for the remainder of the original warranty period, whichever is longer. This warranty is not assignable or transferable.
YOUR RIGHTS UNDER STATE LAW:
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, and some states do not allow the exclusion
or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply. This warranty
gives you specic legal rights, and you may have other legal rights which vary from state to state.
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