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RO Alkaline 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.
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 Page 9 Page 10 Page 10 Page 12 Page 13 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 14 Page 16 Page 18 Page 19 Page 20 Page 20 Page 21 Page 22 Page 23 System Startup Page 24 System Maintenance Filter Change Instruction How to Sanitize your RO Drinking Water
Introduction You have purchased the finest residential Reverse Osmosis Alkaline 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 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 Components List Your new Reverse Osmosis Water System should include the following items. If any item is missing please contact Express Water.
Feed Water Adapter Valve Teflon Tape Filter Housing Wrench Leak Stop Valve Components Leak Stop Valve 3 Replacement Pads 2 Mounting Screws Pads Leak Stop Valve Screws Thread RO Storage Tank Water Storage Tank Tank Stand NOTE! In the package you will find the Tank Stand screwed to the top of the tank. Unscrew it and place it underneath for a steady position. Storage Tank Air Valve Tank Stand RO Faucet Kit Components 1. Rubber Washer (Large) 2. Base Plate 3. Plastic Washer 4.
RO Unit Top Part Components Inline Post Carbon Filter - FLTIN01PKQ Alkaline Filter - FLTALK10Q RO Membrane Filter - FLTMEME50 / FLTMEME100 Inline Post Carbon Filter Alkaline Filter RO Membrane Bottom Part Components Filter Housings - PRTHSF10DB14 Sediment Filter - FLTSED0501 GAC Filter - FLTGAC0501 Carbon Block Filter - FLTCAR0501C Filter Housing System Components Carbon Filter GAC Filter Sediment Filter 1. Feed Water Adapter Valve 2. Leak Stop Valve 3. Sediment Filter 4. GAC Filter 5.
Tubing Quick Connect Guide 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. NOTE! Make sure to remove any plugs before attempting to insert tubing. Plug Collet Locking Clip Fitting Release Tubing/Plugs If there is a Locking Clip on the Collet it must be removed before the Tubing can be released. Push and hold the Collet in to release the lock while pulling out on the Tube/Plugs.
Feed Water Adapter Valve CAUTION! The water supply to the unit MUST be from the COLD WATER LINE. Using HOT WATER will severely damage your RO System. NOTE! If your Cold Water Valve is too old or weak to connect to directly Option A you can connect at the top of the line where the faucet connects Option B (if applicable, some sinks do not have this connection point). B 1. Locate the Cold Water Valve underneath the sink and turn it off completely.
2. As shown below, the Feed Water Adapter Valve can be used for 3/8” or 1/2” feed line plumbing. 1/2” Connection 3/8” Connection Adapter Nut Simply switch the Adapter Nut (see left image) from one side of the Adapter Valve to the other. Adapter Nut Next, use an adjustable wrench to secure the Adapter Valve either directly to the Cold Water Valve Option A or further up in the line before the faucet Option B (if applicable). Make sure your Adapter Valve is in the closed position when installing it.
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. NOTE! For drilling you must use an appropriate drill bit and drilling method for the material of your sink and counter top. Different drill bits are required for stainless steel, porcelain, granite, etc.
Open and Closed Position Closed Open *Faucet Design May Vary Small Rubber Washer (If Applied) Base Plate Counter Top Plastic Washer Large Rubber Washer (If Applied) Lock Washer Hex Nut Insert Sleeve Threaded Faucet Stem Faucet Adapter Compression Nut Connection Type A 1/4”Blue Color Tube Connection Type B 17
Drain Saddle 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. 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.
Housing Assembly Prepare Prefilters Leave the filters wrapped until you need them. When installing be careful not to touch the filter portion with your hands. Remove the plastic wrap from the 3 Filter Housings and stand them upright. Make sure each Housing has two O-Rings firmly in place at the top of the Housing and in the Housing’s lower groove.
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. 3. Screw the other Male Elbow Fitting (with red plug) into the leftmost Filter Housing (Carbon Block) marked “OUT”.
Leak Stop Valve 1. Position the RO System in the desired permanent location. 2. Position the Leak Stop Valve on the floor of the same cabinet (so any leaking water will make contact with the valve) beside the system and use the two screws to secure the Valve to the cabinet floor. (Place Leak Stop Valve in the lowest possible location beside the RO System). White Tube OUT Red Tube IN 3.
Water Storage Tank 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 1. Open the Water Storage Tank box and unscrew the Tank Stand from the threaded stem at the top of the Tank. 2. Wrap the threaded stem 8-10 times with Teflon Tape. 3. Screw the Tank Valve onto the threaded stem. Make sure it is tight, but do not over tighten. 4. Place the Water Storage Tank near the RO System in the desired location.
System Connections 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. K I L G H E F D J A C B A to B Connect the RED Tubing to the Feed Water Adapter Valve (point A), then to the hole marked as “IN” on the Leak Stop Valve (point B).
System Startup 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). NOTE! Do not drink water from your new system until you have completed System Startup. The flushing process is needed for your filters to begin working. NOTE! Do not send water through your fridge until flushing is complete, carbon fines flushed during startup will clog your refrigerator. 1.
Filter Change Instructions This RO System contains Filters that must be replaced at regular intervals to maintain proper performance. Use only authentic Express Water filters. How to Change the Sediment, GAC, and Carbon Block Filters (Prefilters) (Recommended about every 6 months) 1. You will need a clean cloth, dish soap, filter housing wrench and appropriate Sediment, GAC, and Carbon Block Filters. (We also recommend a bucket or bin large enough for the system to sit in.
How to Change the Alkaline Filter (Recommended about every 6 months) NOTE! Make sure you have shut down the RO System (Step 2 in the filter change section). 1. First disconnect the Stem Elbows from each side of the Alkaline Filter. 2. Note the orientation of the old filter, install the new filter in the same orientation. Remove the old filter from its holding clips and discard it.
Troubleshooting Note! Turn off the system before servicing or inspecting Vacation Mode When you plan to not use your RO System for 2 weeks or more it should be Turned Off. Locate the red Feed Water Adapter Valve connected to your Cold Water Supply (refer to page 15). Turn Off System: Turn the red Feed Water Adapter Valve to point away from the Red Tubing connection (in the Closed position, page 15) to close the water supply to the system.
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.
Can I reuse discharge water? Never consume discharge water. With proper installation it is possible to utilize your discharge water. Contact Express Water to speak with a qualified representative who can give you more information based on your situation. How long does the system last? How long does the tank last? With proper maintenance and average water quality an RO System should last 5-10 years. The water storage tank usually lasts 3-5 years before we recommend replacing it.
Upgrades and Accessories Add additional stages or features to your RO System. Visit expresswater.com for more information. Water Chiller 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. A Quick Connect optimized 160 PSI Pressure Gauge for monitoring incoming water pressure from your RO System.
1 Year Limited Warranty We Cover This warranty covers any defects in the parts or manufacturing of your Express Water Reverse Osmosis Water System. We will give you new replacement parts in exchange for any defective parts. What to Do Give us a call at 1-800-992-8876 or send an email to support@expresswater.com and describe the problem to our support. Be sure to have a copy of your purchase confirmation email or receipt.
