Watts Premier Ro-pure Plus User Manual
INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Please read carefully before proceeding with installation. Your failure to follow any attached instructions
or operating parameters may lead to the product’s failure.
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Model: RO-PURE Plus
System Tested and certied by WQA against NSF/ANSI Standard
58 for the reduction of the claims specied on the performance
data sheet, and NSF/ANSI 372 for “Lead Free” compliance.
Refer to enclosed warranty for operating parameters to ensure proper use with your water supply.
Watts Premier 8716 W Ludlow Drive, Suite 1 Peoria, AZ 85381
Phone: 800-752-5582 www.premierH2o.com Fax: 623-866-5666
Manual: 199519 Manual Date: 07/20/2016
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Thank you for your purchase of a state of the art Premier Reverse Osmosis (RO) water treatment system. Water
quality concerns are becoming more of a focus for the public. You may have heard about contaminants in the drinking
water such as Arsenic, Chromium, Cryptosporidium or Giardia. There may also be some local water issues such as
high levels of Lead and Copper. This 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 5 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 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- VOC Block lter, recommend change 12 months.
Premier RO-Pure Plus system conforms to NSF/ANSI 58 for VOC reduction. Through the specialty (VOC)
like MTBE’s, Atrazine, Benzene, 2,4-D,Lindane and others from your drinking water. It is estimated that
VOC’s are present in one-fth of the nation’s water supplies. These water contaminants can enter ground
water from a variety of sources including localized use of herbicides and pesticides, gasoline or oil spills,
leaking underground fuel tanks, septic system cleaners, and chemicals used in the dry-cleaning industry.
See performance data sheet for individual contaminants and reduction performance.
Note: Filter & Membrane life may vary based upon local water conditions and/or use patterns.
System Maintenance
Just because you cannot 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.premierH2o.com or call our customer service department at 1-800-752-5582.
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** Before installation, please take a moment to ll out the warranty card on page 23.
Table of Contents
Operational Parameters ................................................................................................................... 4
Contents of Reverse Osmosis System ............................................................................................ 4
Installation & Startup
Tools Recommended For Installation .............................................................................................. 4
Plumbing diagram and parts list ...................................................................................................... 5
Drill a Hole for the Reverse Osmosis Faucet .................................................................................. 6
How to use Quick Connect Fittings on Your RO System ................................................................ 6
Faucet Installation .......................................................................................................................... 7
Adapt-a-Valve Installation ...............................................................................................................8
Drain Saddle Installation.................................................................................................................. 9
Drain Saddle Tube Connection........................................................................................................ 9
Blue Tube Connection ................................................................................................................... 10
Red Tube Connection .................................................................................................................... 10
Green Tube Connection .................................................................................................................11
Reverse Osmosis Module Mounting...............................................................................................11
Tank Ball Valve Installation .............................................................................................................11
Blue Tube Connection (From The Storage Tank to Shut Off Valve) ...............................................11
Start up Instructions....................................................................................................................... 12
Maintenance & Troubleshooting
Changing The Filter Cartridges ..................................................................................................... 13
Membrane Replacement .............................................................................................................. 13
Annual Sanitization ....................................................................................................................... 14
Check Air Pressure in the Tank ..................................................................................................... 15
Procedure for Extended Non-Use (More than 2 months) .............................................................. 15
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................ 16
Product Technical & Warranty Information
Performance Data Sheet ................................................................................................................ 17
VOC Performance Data Sheet ....................................................................................................... 18
Arsenic Fact Sheet ......................................................................................................................... 19
Service Record ............................................................................................................................... 21
Limited Warranty ............................................................................................................................22
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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)
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Operating Pressure: Maximum 100 psi (7.0 kg/cm
pH Parameters: Maximum 11 Minimum 2
Iron: Maximum 0.2 ppm
TDS (Total Dissolved Solids) < 1800 ppm
) Minimum 40 psi (2.80 kg/cm
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 undesired taste in water and pin holes may form in the tube.
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Contents of the Reverse Osmosis (RO) System
1 Tank
1 Module – (Filters Pre-Installed)
1 Parts Bag
1 Faucet Box
1 Manual
If any of the items are missing please contact Premier prior to installing.
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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Plumbing Diagram and Parts List
6
10
BLUE - 1/4” TUBE
TANK
1
3
TANK
2
AUTO SHUT-OFF VALVE
5
FAUCET
FAUCET
BLUE - 1/4” TUBE
10
BRINE
12
RED - 1/4” TUBE
11
BLACK - 3/8” TUBE
DRAIN
7
DRAIN
SADDLE
8
ADAPT
COLD WATER
ANGLE-STOP
4
-A-
VALVE
13 14 15 16
9
GREEN- 1/4” TUBE
FEED
Part No. Description
1 115304 FILTER MODULE
2 134003 AUTOMATIC SHUT OFF VALVE
3 119007 STORAGE TANK - 3 GALLONS
4 560080 ADAPT-A-VALVE KIT
5 420102 FAUCET - TMT - BRUSHED NICKEL
6 134018 TANK VALVE - 1/4F X 1/4” QC
7 164056 DRAIN SADDLE - 3/8” QC - KIT
8 119028 TANK STAND
9 142000 1/4” GREEN TUBING WITH 90° BEND - 4FT
10 142001 1/4” BLUE TUBING WITH 90° BEND - 4FT
11 400048 3/8” BLACK TUBING - 3FT X 1
12 142002 1/4” RED TUBING WITH 90° BEND - 4FT
13 105311 SEDIMENT PRE-FILTER (RED)
14 105351 CARBON PRE-FILTER (YELLOW)
15 105331 REVERSE OSMOSIS MEMBRANE 50GPD (GREEN)
16 105381 VOC CARBON POST FILTER (SILVER)
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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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Premier Monitored (Top Mount Twist) Faucet Installation
Connect tubes to the RO faucet (Figure A)
This RO faucet is equipped with quick connect ttings for easy tube
installation.
1. In the parts bag, locate one 1/4” red tube, one 1/4” blue tube and one
3/8” black tube.
2. Connect the STRAIGHT END of the 1/4”-BLUE tube to the corresponding
tting at the base of the faucet. Make sure the tube is inserted the full
3/4” into the tting.
3. Connect the STRAIGHT END of the 1/4”-RED tube to the corresponding
tting at the base of the faucet. Make sure the tube is inserted the full
3/4” into the tting.
4. Connect the 3/8” BLACK tube to the tting at the base of the faucet with the
black ring. Make sure the tube is inserted the full 3/4” into the tting.
Mount the RO faucet (Figure B)
NOTE: A 1.25” mounting hole is required for faucet installation.
5. Make sure the Locking Tabs are “tucked”. Feed the tubes and the lower
faucet assembly through the mounting hole in the sink. Test t faucet
placement.
6. Make sure the lower faucet assembly is seated properly inside of the rubber
washer groove
NOTE: Arrow on base indicates FRONT of faucet.
6. Using a Phillips screwdriver, tighten the two screws until snug. Then, tighten
each screw alternately until faucet is secure. Do not overtighten!
7. Inspect O-rings on lower faucet assembly. Lubricate with water-soluble
lubricant if needed.
Assemble Faucet (Figure C)
7. Align the release button on the back of the upper faucet assembly
approximately 45° left off the back of the lower faucet assembly.
8. Press the upper faucet assembly rmly on-to the lower faucet assembly
and twist clockwise until locked into place. Remove battery cover on faucet
handle, pull battery tab and replace battery cover.
To Remove Upper Assembly:
Press in the release button and twist upper faucet assembly counter-
clockwise.
Do not remove upper faucet assembly until all water has been
drained from the system and system has been fully depressurized.
L.E.D. FAUCET MONITOR INDICATOR
This faucet is equipped with a lter change indicator. The indicator light will
ash BLUE while the water is being dispensed. After approximately six months
or 2000 gallons of ltered water used the light will change to RED, indicating
that lters should be changed. After lter change you must reset the monitor
(Follow the Faucet Indicator Battery Replacement procedure on page 8).
DANGER
This product contains a button cell battery. If swallowed,
it could cause severe injury or death in just 2 hours. Seek
medical attention immediately.
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INSERT
1/4”-BLUE TUBE
Figure A
LUBRICATE
O-RINGS
FRONT
Figure B
BATTERY
TAB
RELEASE
BUTTON
TWIST
UPPER
ASSEMBLY
45° ONTO
BASE
BACK
Figure C
INSERT
1/4”-RED TUBE
INSERT
3/8”-BLACK TUBE
RUBBER
WASHER
LOCKING
TABS
UPPER
FAUCET
ASSEMBLY
LOWER
FAUCET
ASSEMBLY
FRONT
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