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Reverse Osmosis Overall System Connections Your drinking water is going to be healthier and taste better from now on, and nothing makes us happier. Getting started is a breeze— most of your Reverse Osmosis System is already assembled and every connection is color coded. We’ve marked where the colored tubes will go with matching colored plugs in each fitting. We know life isn’t always so simple though. If you have questions during your setup we can help.
Performance Data Sheet Conditions READ THIS FIRST Please pay attention to the following installation and safety recommendations: - Read the installation manual before installing this system. NOTE! Please make sure your installation location has enough room for the RO System and Water Storage Tank Incoming Water Incoming water pressure must be between 40 PSI and 80 PSI. If your water pressure is under 40 PSI you will need a booster pump for your system.
Table of Contents Introduction Installation Notes Components List System Components Tubing Quick Connect Guide Installation Feed Water Adapter Valve RO Faucet Drain Saddle Housing Assembly Elbow Fitting Installation Gauge Installation Leak Stop Valve Water Storage Tank System Connections Page 9 Page 10 Page 10 Page 12 Page 13 Page 14 Page 16 Page 18 Page 19 Page 20 Page 20 Page 21 Page 22 Page 23 System Startup Page 24 System Maintenance Page 24 Page 25 Page 26 Page 27 FAQ Express Water Accessories
Introduction You have purchased the finest residential Reverse Osmosis Drinking Water System available for your home. When properly maintained this system will provide you with years of great tasting pure drinking water and trouble-free service. Please make sure to thoroughly read the installation manual and become familiar with the tools needed before proceeding with the installation. Also, please make sure to inspect the package for any missing components or shipping damages.
Installation Notes Tools Required Feed Water Adapter Valve Before you begin please make sure you have all of the following tools ready to use: - Box Cutter - Phillips-Head Screwdriver - Power Drill - 1/4” Drill Bit (for Drain Saddle Valve) - 1/2” Drill Bit (for RO Faucet) - Adjustable Wrench Leak Stop Valve 3 Replacement Pads 2 Mounting Screws Screws Thread RO Storage Tank Please take a few moments to check all the following components: Water Storage Tank Tank Stand Accessories and Connections 5 ft
RO Unit Top Components Inline Post Carbon Filter - FLTIN01PKQ RO Membrane Filter - FLTMEME50 / FLTMEME100 Tubing Quick Connect Guide Inline Post Carbon Filter The tubing in your RO System uses a Quick Connect locking mechanism to lock the Color Coded Tubing in place. Be careful not to damage your tubing as you unpack it. RO Membrane NOTE! Make sure to remove any plugs before attempting to insert tubing.
Feed Water Adapter Valve 2. As shown below, the Feed Water Adapter Valve can be used for 3/8” or 1/2” feed line plumbing. CAUTION! 1/2” Connection The water supply to the unit MUST be from the COLD WATER LINE. Using HOT WATER will severely damage your RO System. 3/8” Connection Adapter Nut Simply switch the Adapter Nut (see left image) from one side of the Adapter Valve to the other.
RO Faucet The RO Faucet may be installed on any flat surface. Check the underside of your install location for interference by making sure that drilling a hole will not damage any pipes or wiring underneath the countertop or sink. Check to be sure there is enough room for the Threaded Faucet Stem. Open and Closed Position NOTE! For drilling you must use an appropriate drill bit and drilling method for the material of your sink and counter top.
Drain Saddle Housing Assembly The Drain Saddle is used to connect the Black Drain Line to the drain pipe under the sink. The Drain Saddle is designed to fit around a standard 1.5 inch OD (outer diameter) drain pipe. The Drain Saddle should always be installed above (before) the P-Trap and on a straight vertical or horizontal section of pipe. Prepare Prefilters To avoid clogging the drain line with debris do not install the Drain Saddle after the drain pipe meets a garbage disposal or dishwasher drain.
Elbow Fitting Installation 1. Screw a Male Elbow Fitting into the rightmost Filter Housing (Sediment) marked “IN”. Screw until tightened and the arm of the Elbow is facing downward. 2. Secure the White Tubing into the Male Elbow Fitting. Push hard enough on the tubing to make sure the Quick Connect has locked before moving on. Leak Stop Valve 1. Position the RO System in the desired permanent location. 2.
Water Storage Tank System Connections B NOTE! Do not tamper with the air valve on the lower side of the Water Storage Tank. It has been preset at 7-10 PSI. A You may have already completed some or all of these connections in previous steps. Make sure to remove any plugs before installing Tubing. Use the provided Lock Clips to secure any Tubing connections. 1. Open the Water Storage Tank box and unscrew the Tank Stand from the threaded stem at the top of the Tank. 2.
System Startup Filter Change Instructions Time Estimate: 8-12 hours (We recommend running 4 full tanks of water through your new system. Each tank should take 2-3 hours, depending on your home’s water pressure levels). This RO System contains Filters that must be replaced at regular intervals to maintain proper performance. Use only authentic Express Water filters. NOTE! Do not drink water from your new system until you have completed System Startup.
Restarting The System 1. Fully open the Feed Water Adapter Valve, Cold Water Supply, and the Tank Valve. 2. Open the RO Faucet handle and fully empty the tank before turning the Faucet handle off. Troubleshooting Note! Turn off the system before servicing or inspecting 3. Let the system refill with water (this takes 2-3 hours). You can open the RO Faucet briefly to release any air trapped inside the system while it’s filling. (Be sure to check for new leaks during the first 24 hours after restarting.
FAQ’s Does this system filter Fluoride, Lead, Pharmaceuticals, and Arsenic? Yes, as well as Cyanide, Phosphate, Pesticides, Sodium, Cadmium, Sulfates, and many other contaminants up to certain levels. You may need other changes to media for high levels of these substances. What PSI do I need? What is the operating pressure? The minimum PSI for the system is 40 and the maximum PSI is 80. If your PSI is too low you can purchase a Booster Pumps to aid your system.
Upgrades and Accessories 1 Year Limited Warranty Add additional stages or features to your RO System. Visit expresswater.com for more information. Water Chiller Pressure Regulator Pressure Gauge The easy to install compact Power Chiller allows you to have cold refreshing water on demand from your RO Faucet. If your water pressure is too high for the RO System the Pressure Regulator will reduce your incoming pressure.
