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Reverse Osmosis Systems

Installation & Owner’s Manual

Operating Parameters:

Water supply:

Potable water

Feed water temperature:

40º F — 85º F

Safe operating pressure:

40-80 PSI

Recommended Turbidity:

<5 NTU

Recommended pH Range:

5-8

Recommended Max. Hardness:

7 GPG (120 PPM)

Total Dissolved Solids (TDS):

2000 PPM

Tank Air Pressure:

8-11 PSI (empty)

Common System Stages

(

stages and filters will vary by model and series)

Stage 1 (SDC-25-1005)

Sediment filter 5 micron

Change: 6 months – 1 year

Stage 2 (UDF-10KDF.5)

KDF/Carbon filter

Change: 6 months – 1 year

Stage 3 (CB-25-1005)

Carbon block

Change: 6 months – 1 year

Stage 4 (TW-1812-100D)

100 gallon/day membrane

Change: 3 years – 5 years

Stage 5 (AICRO-B)

In-line carbon polishing filter

Change: 6 months – 1 year

Introduction

Our reverse osmosis drinking water systems have been designed for quick and simple installation and maintenance.

By carefully reading this instruction manual and following the operational guidelines you will insure a successful

installation and reliable operation. Routine maintenance is essential to the longevity and performance of the system.

Filters should be changed regularly, depending on the quality of the feed water supply and quantity of water used.

Liability

The installer is responsible for any leaks resulting from installation of tubing or related fittings. The installer must

check over the entire unit completely while under pressure to ensure unit is not leaking and functioning properly.

Liability resulting from failure to check for leaks while under pressure is the sole responsibility of the installer.

Maximum pressure rating is 80 PSI. If local water pressure exceeds 75 PSI, a pressure regulator must be installed,

reducing the water pressure into the system.

Starting Your Installation

Component Checklist:
1 – Storage Tank
1 – RO System
1 – Faucet, supplied by dealer (with faucet install kit)
1 – Installation Kit

Avoid installation locations where the system might come in contact

with hot water pipes or other hazards. Determine the location for the

faucet. Check to see that drilling the faucet hole will not damage pipes

or wires underneath the sink. Determine the location for the storage tank. A maximum distance of 15 feet from tank

to faucet is possible. A shorter tubing run from tank to faucet will produce a faster flow out of the faucet.

Tubing and Fittings

To insure an optimal seal, tubing should be cut with the end square. An angled cut or distortion or kink of the

tubing will not provide an efficient seal and may cause leaks.

Your system may come with quick-connect or standard compression fittings. With quick-connect style fittings, simply

push the tube into the collet ring until you feel the tubing click into place. To remove, hold the collet ring flush

against the fitting while pulling the tube out in the opposite direction. Standard compression fittings will usually

have a nut, ferrule and insert. First slide the nut over the tubing end followed by the ferrule, then slide the insert

inside the tubing end. Push the tubing into the fitting as far as possible then tighten down the nut on the threads.

Warning:

• Open the spigot to flush water from first tank.
• Unit must be connected to a municipal or well water source that

is tested on a regular basis to insure bacteriologically safe water.

• After installation check the unit for leaks.
• Do not allow unit to freeze. The membrane contains water and

will be destroyed if frozen.

• Change filters regularly.
• Do not plumb unit to hot water. Membrane will be damaged.
• Heed source water operating parameters.
• Do not use with water of unknown quality.

1. FAUCET INSTALLATION —

supplied by dealer

Drilling the Faucet Hole

The product water faucet may be installed on any flat surface at least 2” in diameter. Check the underside

of the location for interference. Drill a hole, at least 7/16” (11mm) in diameter, through the countertop

where the faucet will be mounted (most faucets will mount to a hole diameter of up to 1-1/4”). Drilling a

1/4” (6mm) pilot hole first may be helpful. Take caution when drilling the faucet-mounting hole. Different

countertops may require special drill bits and/or installation methods.

Mounting the Faucet

Insert the faucet shank down through the drilled hole. Be sure the faucet body, faucet base, and the rubber

faucet base washer are in place above the sink as shown in Diagram A. Install the star lock-washer and nut,

and then tighten firmly while faucet is aligned in the desired location. Do not over tighten.

Tip: This step may

be easier with two people. One person holds the faucet in place from above, while the other tightens the

faucet from underneath.

Note:

To connect an additional point of use outlet (icemaker, extra faucet, etc.) place a tee-fitting connector

along the line between the faucet and the RO system. A line can then be run from the tee to the outlet device.

Additional fittings and/or connectors may be required. Icemakers may have proprietary connections and/or

specific pressure requirements. Check with your manufacturer for details.

Air Gap Faucets

1. Attach 1/4” black

waste line from R.O.

to smaller 1/4” barb

fitting under faucet.

2. Attach the 3/8”

waste line from

drain saddle to the

larger 3/8” barb.

Note: Some states require the use of an air gap faucet.

Check your local plumbing code to assure compliance.

Note: Faucet may differ from illustration.

Note:

It is recommended that the system’s expendable filters and membrane be thoroughly rinsed at the

shop prior to installation, and if practical the holding tank should be filled with treated water. If this rinsing
procedure is performed at the installation site, the consumer should take note that it is recommended that
the first tank of water not be consumed. Additionally, carbon filters may leach carbon dust fines on startup.
This may discolor the water initially, but should clear up quickly.

2. FEED WATER ASSEMBLY

Turn off cold water supply to the sink using the supply valve

located under the sink. Different systems will come with different

adapters types and styles. Shown below are a few of the most

common options. Only install to cold water supplies and do not

over tighten fittings.

Note:

Some shut off valves have an extra port or a separate

valve plumbed for an icemaker or filter system. In either of these

cases you will not need the feedwater adapter, just hook the

feed line directly to this access point.

Scenario 1: Plastic Feed Water

Make sure the black washer is seated in the feedwater adapter.

Tighten feedwater adapter to the valve with an adjustable

wrench. Tighten until snug but do not over tighten. Connect the

tubing feed line (usually red in color) by plugging the tubing

end into the feed water connector collet, cut the tubing line

anywhere along it, and install the inline ball valve, again by

pushing the tubing ends securely into the collets.

Installation of Feed Water Supply

1. Shut off water supply at brass/chrome supply valve.

2. Disconnect riser from brass/chrom supply valve.

3. Ensure that the sealing gasket is fully seated into the Angle Stop Valve female thread.

4. Install Angle Stop Valve on supply valve.

5. Connect the riser to the Angle Stop Adapter Valve.

6. Fully insert tubing into the Sppedfit side of the valve.

7. Open valves and check for leaks.

3. DRAIN INSTALLATION

Peel the protective film off of the foam gasket and apply to

inside of drain saddle, using care to align foam gasket hole with

drain port. Position the drain saddle on the vertical or horizontal

drainpipe from your sink. Position as far away from the garbage

disposal as possible and after the P-trap. Drill 1/4” (6mm) hole

into the drainpipe where the drain saddle will be mounted. Do

not drill all the way through—stop after piercing the first wall

of the pipe. Mount the drain saddle and align the hole using a

small drill bit or other small straight object. Gently tighten the two

screws evenly on both sides of the clamp until the clamp is snug

on the pipe. Do not over tighten.

4. STORAGE TANK INSTALLATION

The storage tank may be placed in either the vertical or horizontal position without affecting system performance. Put

four to five wraps of Teflon tape around the metal stem at the top of the tank. Hand tighten the plastic shut off ball

valve found in the installation packet down on to the tank stem. Do not over tighten.

Note:

Tank air pressure can be measured at the air stem on the opposite side of tank. It may be covered with a blue

cap. Tank air pressure should be between 8-11 PSI when empty.

5. TUBING CONNECTIONS

(systems may not have color-coded tubing or different color codes)

Feed (Red) – connects main water supply feed to elbow fitting on right side of unit
Drain (Black) – connects drain saddle to bottom fitting on membrane housing

(inline flow restrictor necessary on this line)

Tank (White) – connects tank ball valve to tee fitting on inline filter
Faucet (Blue) – connects faucet to elbow fitting on left side of inline filter

6. UNIT STARTUP

The RO unit may be mounted on the wall though not necessary. To mount, use the bracket holes on the RO unit

as a guide, and with the screws provided in the install pack, mount the system in the desired location. With all

tubing connections complete, turn on the cold water supply to the RO unit and open all ball valves. Ball valves are

open when the handle runs parallel to the tubing. Immediately check the entire system for leaks. If you notice any

leaks turn off water supply and tighten where necessary. With the RO system on, lift the drinking faucet handle

until water begins to drip out. Next, close the faucet to allow the tank to fill. This may take 3-4 hours depending

on size of system. Once the tank is full it is recommended to flush completely. Open and leave open the drinking

water faucet until the water coming out again slows to a dribble. This signifies the tank is empty. The drinking

faucet can then be closed to allow the tank to fill again. At this point the water is ready for consumption.

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Part Number

Description

Qty.

Part Number

Description

Qty.

SDC-25-1005

10” 5 micron sediment filter

PR-CV1364

Quick connect 3/8” tank ball valve

FH4200W

White filter housing, 1/4” ports

Aqua-4

4 gallon R.O. tank

PR-ME0404

Quick connect 1/4” elbow

SC500B-14

Drain clamp

PE-08-BI-0500F-R

1/4” red tubing

7 ft

SV-6

Self-piercing feed valve

CB-25-1005

10” carbon block

PR-CV0201W

Automatic shut off valve

PR-HN0404

1/4” hex nipple

FR-***

Flow restrictor

FM-60

Triple bracket

PR-MRT0604

Quick connect 1/4” x 3/8” x

3/8” male run T

C-2500W

Single clip membrane housing

TW-1812-100D

100 GPD TFC membrane

PR-CV3142

Quick connect 1/4” tube x

1/8” thread with check valve

PE-12-BI-0500F-Y

3/8” yellow tubing

5 ft

DC-2500W

Double clip membrane housing

to inline

PE-12-BI-0500F-B

3/8” blue tubing

6 ft

MH18

Membrane housing, 1/8” ports

PE-08-BI-0500F-E

1/4” black tubing

6 ft

AICRO-B

10” in-line carbon post filter

PR-FA06-716

Quick connect 3/8” faucet adapter

PR-MC0604

Quick connect 3/8” tube x

1/4” thread male connector

UDF-10KDF.5

10” KDF/carbon filter

WDF103B

Long reach chrome faucet

Wrench

Part No. FWW25UNA

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CFRO-PLUS

Part Number

Description

Qty.

Part Number

Description

Qty.

SDC-25-1005

10” 5 micron sediment filter

SC500B-14

Drain clamp

FH4200W

White filter housing, 1/4” ports

SV-6

Self-piercing feed valve

PR-ME0404

Quick connect 1/4” elbow

PR-CV0201W

Automatic shut off valve

PE-08-BI-0500F-R

1/4” red tubing

7 ft

FR-***

Flow restrictor

CB-25-1005

10” carbon block

PR-MRT0604-B

Quick connect 1/4” x 1/4” x 3/8”

male run T

PR-HN0404

1/4” hex nipple

TW-1812-100D

100 GPD TFC membrane

FM-60

Triple bracket

PE-12-BI-0500F-Y

3/8” yellow tubing

5 ft

C-2500W

Single clip membrane housing

PE-12-BI-0500F-B

3/8” blue tubing

6 ft

PR-CV3142

Quick connect 1/4” tube x

1/8” thread with check valve

PE-08-BI-0500F-E

1/4” black tubing

6 ft

DC-2500W

Double clip membrane housing

to inline

PR-FA06-716

Quick connect 3/8” faucet adapter

MH18

Membrane housing, 1/8” ports

UDF-10KDF.5

10” KDF/carbon filter

AICRO-B

10” in-line carbon post filter

28-31 PM-EC-203-100A

Low-flow booster pump kit

PR-MC0604

Quick connect 3/8” tube x

1/4” thread male connector

(part of booster kit)

3/8” tank pressure shut-off switch

WDF103B

Long reach chrome faucet

(part of booster kit)

Y-splitter cable

PR-CV1364

Quick connect 3/8” tank ball valve

(part of booster kit)

Low-flow transformer

Aqua-4

4 gallon R.O. tank

Possible Cause

Solution

Feed water valve is plugged or closed.

Open valve or unclog.

Sediment/Carbon filter(s) clogged.

Replace filters.

Low incoming water pressure.

Incoming water pressure must be above 40 PSI. Install booster or permeate pump.

Reverse osmosis membrane is fouled.

Make sure incoming water pressure is within operating limits. Make sure drain line is not

clogged. (See High TDS) Correct cause of fouling and replace R.O. membrane.

Air pressure in holding tank is incorrect.

Empty water from holding tank. Air pressure in valve stem should be between 6-8 PSI.

Air bladder in holding tank is ruptured.

Replace holding tank.

Holding tank valve is closed.

Open valve.

No water to drain. Drain flow restrictor is clogged.

Replace drain flow restrictor.

No water to drain. Air cap faucet is clogged.

Clear or replace air gap faucet.

Check valve on R.O. membrane housing is stuck.

Replace check valve.

Automatic shut-off valve malfunctioning.

Replace automatic shut-off valve.

Possible Cause

Solution

Air pressure in holding tank is incorrect.

(This is the #1 reason for low flow from reverse

osmosis faucet.)

Open faucet and empty water from holding tank. Shut off feed water to system and remove

holding tank from under sink. Locate the air valve stem (just like on a car or bicycle tire) and

add air. If there is still water in the tank, continue to add air until all the water is removed.

Once all the water is removed, continue to add air and pressurize to 6-8 PSI. Re-install the

tank under the sink, turn on feed supply to the system and allow the tank to fill.

Carbon post filter is clogged.

Replace post filter.

Holding tank valve is partially closed.

Open valve.

Faucet is out of adjustment or faulty.

Repair or replace faucet.

Heavy water use. Holding tank empty.

Allow holding tank to refill.

Low water production.

See previous section on “Not Enough Water From Holding Tank.”

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Not Enough Water From Holding Tank

Possible Cause

Solution

Clogged prefilter.

Replace filter.

Low incoming water pressure.

Incoming water pressure must be > 40 PSI. Install booster or permeate pump.

R.O. membrane is not correctly sealed in Housing.

Check that R.O. membrane is correctly installed.

Reverse osmosis membrane is expended.

If membrane life is unusually short, find and correct the problem. (Average life is 2-3 years.)

Replace R.O. membrane.

Product water and drain water lines are reversed.

Correct plumbing.

No water to drain. Drain Flow Restrictor is clogged.

Replace Drain Flow Restrictor.

No water to drain. Air Gap Faucet is clogged.

Clear or replace Air Gap Faucet.

The Automatic Shut-Off Valve is not closing.

Repair or replace Automatic Shut-Off Valve.

New Carbon Postfilter has not been rinsed completely. Drain Holding Tank twice to rinse new Carbon Postfilter.

The incoming feed water TDS has increased.

An increase in feed water TDS will also give an increase in Product Water TDS.

Product Water is High in Total Dissolved Solids (TDS)

Low Water Pressure From Dispensing Faucet

Possible Cause

Solution

Air gap is clogged.

Clear air gap.

Drain line is clogged.

Clear tubing.

Drain flow rate is too high.

Replace flow restrictor.

Drain Water Overflows at the Air Gap Faucet

Possible Cause

Solution

Water leaks from faucet spout.

Adjust faucet by turning the tee bar located under the handle to provide a small amount of

free play in the handle when shut off. Should this not work, repair or replace the faucet.

Leaks from beneath the handle.

Repair or replace the faucet.

Faucet Leaks or Drips

Possible Cause

Solution

Carbon post filter is exhausted.

Replace filter.

There is foreign matter in holding tank.

Clean, flush and sanitize the holding tank. Replace filters.

Product water and drain water lines are reversed.

Correct plumbing.

Dissolved gases in feed water.

Pre-treat feed water to remove gasses.

Increase in product water TDS.

See high TDS in product water section.

Tastes and Odors in Product Water

Serial Number

Installation Date

Model Number

Service Record (Last Service Date)

Important Information

Usage Guidelines

• Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate

disinfection before or after the equipment.

• Water supplies that exceed limits for hardness, iron, manganese and hydrogen sulfide

require pretreatment.

• Do not allow exposure to temperatures below 33°F (1°C).
• Maximum operating temperature: 85°F (38°C).
• Operating pressure: 40-80 pounds per square inch (PSI).
• This system must be installed according to local plumbing codes.
• For optimal performance, this system requires the regular replacement of all filters to operate

properly. This system’s carbon and particulate filters should be changed at least annually and the

reverse osmosis membrane should be replaced every 3-5 years*. Fluctuation in chlorine, sediment

and TDS levels may affect the frequency of replacement.

* Chlorine may damage the reverse osmosis membrane used in this system. Your drinking water system includes

granular activated carbon which protects the reverse osmosis membrane by reducing or eliminating the presence of
chlorine. Influent chlorine should not exceed 3 mg/L. It is recommended that a water softener is used for water over
7 grains per gallon (GPD).

Reverse Osmosis Drinking Water System

Five/One Year Limited Warranty

Congratulations. You have purchased one of the finest water treatment systems available. In the unlikely event
of a problem due to defects in material and workmanship, we proudly warrant our reverse osmosis drinking water
system to the original owner, at original installation location, when installed within recommended parameters from
the date of original installation as follows:

For a period of FIVE YEARS:

The entire reverse osmosis drinking water system with the
exception of the reverse osmosis membrane and disposable
sediment and carbon filters.

For a period of ONE YEAR:

The reverse osmosis membrane.

Any part found defective within the terms of this warranty will be repaired or replaced by the dealer at the
manufacturer’s discretion. You pay only freight from our factory and local dealer charges. To obtain local warranty
service, contact original dealer. If original dealer is unknown, contact Water-Right for authorized service dealer in
your area. If no authorized dealer is located in your area, please ship defective part or component freight prepaid to:

Water-Right, Inc.

1900 Prospect Ct.

Appleton, Wisconsin 54914

Water-Right, at its discretion, will repair or replace the part or component at its expense and return part freight collect.

The above provisions of the warranty are valid as long as the system is connected in compliance with local plumbing
codes and in an equivalent manner and condition of the original installation and is owned by the original owner.

This warranty does not cover damages due to accident, fire, flood, freezing, or any other Act of God. Water-Right
is not responsible for damages due to change in water conditions, misapplication, misuse, neglect, vacuum,
oxidizing agents, alteration, or lack of maintenance. No responsibility is assumed for loss of use of the system,
inconvenience, loss or damage to real or personal property or any incidental or consequential damages.
Furthermore, we assume no liability and extend no warranties, express or implied, for the use of this product with
a non-potable water source.

To the extent permitted by law, Water-Right disclaims all implied warranties,

including without limitation warranties of merchantability and fitness for particular purpose; to the extent
required by law, any such implied warranties are limited in duration to the period specified above for the
specified components.

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply
to you. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above
limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state.

Manufactured at:

1900 Prospect Court • Appleton, WI 54914

Phone: 920-739-9401 • Fax: 920-739-9406

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