REVERSE OSMOSIS WATER FILTER SYSTEM Installation & Setup Guide Model#: AF-5001, AF-5002, AF-5003, AF-5004, AF-5005
Congratulations, you have purchased one of Anchor Water Filters’ finest Reverse Osmosis Water Purification Systems available for homes. When properly maintained, this system will provide you with years of great tasting, pure drinking water and troublefree service. Please read the section regarding the proper care and maintenance of your new Anchor Water System.
Water Storage Pressure Tank Filter Housing Wrench Alkaline Mineral Cartridge + Mounting Clips* Long-Reach Faucet Package RO Membrane Housing Wrench Quick Fitting Elbow Connectors Quick Connect Feed Water Valve for both 1/2-inch & 3/8-inch Plumbing Fitting Multi-colored Poly Tubing Drain Water Saddle Valve Angle Connectors for Alkaline Mineral Cartridge* Spare RO membrane Housing Elbow Storage Tank ShutOff Ball Valve User Guide Note: If any item is missing or damaged, please contact Anchor suppo
Filter Cartridge Replacement Cycle Below is the approximate life of filter cartridges. Age of filters depends on GPD consumed and quality of feed water.
4-Stage RO Filtration System Connections Make sure ALL the tubing is connected correctly Long Reach Faucet For filtered water B A Drain Connector Cold Feed Water supply to RO unit D C Wastewater To Drain Stage 4 Post Carbon Inline Filter Stage 3 Flow Restrictor RO Membrane Stage 1 Sediment Filter Storage Tank Stage 2 Carbon Block Auto Shut off Valve
5-Stage RO Filtration System Connections Make sure ALL the tubing is connected correctly Long Reach Faucet For filtered water B A Cold Feed Water supply to RO unit Drain Connector D C Wastewater To Drain Stage 5 Post Carbon Inline Filter Stage 4 RO Membrane Flow Restrictor Stage 2 GAC Filter Stage 3 Carbon Block Storage Tank Stage 1 Sediment Filter Auto Shut off Valve 5
6-Stage RO Filtration System Connections Make sure ALL the tubing is connected correctly Long Reach Faucet For filtered water B A Drain Connector Cold Feed Water supply to RO unit D Stage 6 - Alkaline Filter Wastewater to Drain Post Carbon Inline Filter C Stage 5 Stage 4 RO Membrane Storage Tank Stage 1 Sediment Filter Stage 2 GAC Filter Auto Shut off Valve Stage 3 Carbon Block Flow Restrictor
Preparation 1. Determine location - Determine the location for installation of RO faucet. o You may use the existing predrilled hole on the sink. Make sure the washer is big enough to cover the hole. o If you drill a new hole on the countertop or sink, make sure that drilling the hole will not damage any pipe or wiring underneath the countertop or sink. o Make sure the faucet base fits flat against the surface at the selected location so the gasket will seal.
Faucet connection pieces mapping 3. Feed-Water Supply Installation CAUTION: The water supply to the unit MUST be from the COLD-WATER LINE. HOT WATER will severely damage your R.O. System. 1) Locate the cold water (angle) shut off valve (see picture below) underneath the sink and turn it off. Open the cold-water faucet to release the pressure. On single-handle kitchen faucets, the hot water may have to be turned off to prevent any hot water cross over.
2) Locate the feed-water adapter in the installation kit. Fits Both 1/2" NPT and 3/8" Compression Cold Water Supply Please see the following for flex line and solid-copper riser installation. Figure 2 Note: You may need to use Teflon tape on feed adapter to prevent leaks a. Flex Line: Loosen nut and separate the cold-water riser tube from faucet shank. Gently bend riser tube so that feed adapter fits into faucet shank. Reinstall riser tube onto feed connector and tighten. b.
6) Connect the loose end of white tubing (that was left unconnected & marked ‘OUT’) to the OUT/third stage of the system. 4. Connecting Alkaline Mineral Cartridge Only for Models AF-5004 & AF-5005 The Alkaline Mineral Cartridge has been left unconnected to prevent damage to the cartridge’s delicate connectors. Refer page 6 for right connection flow. Use the ‘angle connectors’ to connect cartridges to the tubing.
5. Mounting the Drain Saddle Valve Drain Saddle Valve is used to make wastewater connection with the drain under the sink and is designed to fit standard 1 1/2-inch OD drainpipe. The drain saddle valve should always be installed before (above) the p-trap and on a vertical or horizontal drain. To avoid clogging the drain line with debris, do not install the drain saddle near a garbage disposal. See below.
6) Insert black tubing to the quick fitting connector of the saddle valve. 7) Other end of black tubing should connect to flow restrictor at the end with black lock pin. The flow restrictor is connected to the waste outlet of RO TFC membrane. See fig 3 on page 11. 6. Install Tank Ball Valve NOTE: Do not tamper with the air valve on low side of storage tank. It has been preset at 8–10 psi by the manufacturer. 1) Apply Teflon tape on the valve thread on top of the tank. 2) Connect ball valve to the thread.
System Start-Up DO NOT DRINK WATER FROM THE FIRST TANK PRODUCED BY YOUR NEWLY PURCHASED SYSTEM 1. Turn on both, cold-water supply and under-sink feed-water valve, but close the tank ball valve. If there is any leak, turn off supply and correct before proceeding. 2. Check system for leaks; tighten when necessary. 3. Open RO faucet and keep it in ON position. 4. After 5 minutes, the water will start to drip out of the RO faucet. Let it drip for about 10 minutes and then close the faucet.
a. Once used, run the RO system every day for at least 10–15 minutes (about 1 gallon or 4 liters of drinking water). This helps maintain the membrane performance. b. If you will not be using the RO system for weeks, drain the storage tank completely. Fill the tank and drain it twice before using the RO system again. 3. Filter and membrane change procedures: This RO system contains filters that must be replaced at regular intervals to maintain proper performance. Use only Anchor approved filters.
RO Membrane Cartridge Replacement 1) Disconnect the tubing from connector as shown in the diagram below. 2) Remove the membrane housing end cap by turning cap counterclockwise as shown in the diagram below using the supplied blue wrench. Slide out the used membrane and discard. Turn counterclockwise to unscrew the end cap 3) Insert the New RO membrane cartridge into the housing as shown in the diagram below.
Cleaning Procedures The following system and tank cleaning procedures are recommended every 12-18 months. 1. Shut off the source water supply to the RO system. 2. Open the RO faucet and depressurize the RO system and storage tank. 3. Remove pre-filter cartridges, post-filter cartridges, and RO membrane. Discard or prepare for cleaning.
a.The tank should be empty. Check the air pre-charge pressure with an accurate gauge (low pressure type 0-12 lbs.) The average tank pressure should be 6–8 psi (when the tank is empty). b.Fill the tank sanitizer feeder with the recommended disinfectant dosage and connect the feeder to the water supply and RO storage tank. c.Turn on water supply and force water and disinfectant solution into the RO storage tank. The storage tank should feel heavy when filled. d.
Troubleshooting Note: Turn off the system before servicing or inspecting PROBLEM Milky colored water Noise from faucet Small amount of water from RO drinking faucet. CAUSE Air in system SOLUTIONS Air in the system is a normal occurrence with initial startup of the RO system. This milky look will disappear during normal use within 1 to 2 weeks. Air gap faucet Will disappear after system shut down. Location of drain saddle Relocate the drain to above water trap.
Cartridge Information Image Stage Compatible Model Cartridge Model #, Name, URL Stage 1 All RO Models AF-1001 - Sediment Filter Cartridge https://www.anchorfilters.co m/products/af-1001 Stage 2 AF-5002, AF-5003, AF-5004, AF-5005 AF-1014 - GAC Filter Cartridge https://www.anchorfilters.co m/products/af-1014 Stage 2/3 All RO Models AF-1000 - Carbon Block Filter Cartridge https://www.anchorfilters.
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