iSpring Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration Systems INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS & OWNER’S MANUAL Ver 02/2020 Copyright ©2005-2020 ISPRING WATER SYSTEMS, LLC. All rights reserved.
Thank you for choosing iSpring Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration Systems! Built from quality components and delivering exceptional performance, this system has certified by WQA to NSF/ANSI Standard 58 for the reduction of TDS, as verified and substantiated by test data. Please review the attached iSpring RO System WQA Gold Seal Certification or the WQA website for details. Please keep this owner’s manual for future reference.
Table of Contents System Installation Prior to Installation ................................................................................................. 3 Component Identification ....................................................................................... 4 Understanding the Process...................................................................................... 5 Installation Tips ......................................................................................................
System Installation Prior to Installation *Installation is to comply with all local laws and regulations* Inspect the package Open the box and remove all of the components. Inspect them to ensure nothing was damaged during shipping. If any part is cracked or broken, please immediately contact iSpring Customer Support for replacement. Identify and get familiar with the components. Note, the RO membrane is a “wet” type, and it is vacuum sealed with pure water.
Component Identification RO Machine Head w/ Pump * (membrane not yet installed) ‘Wet’ RO Membrane (Vacuum sealed in moisture) 3 Pre-Filter Housings and Cartridges Storage Tank RO faucet with installation kit Feed Water Adapter (AFW43) 4-Color Tubing Set Drain Saddle ¼ Tank Valve Housing Wrenches Plumbers Tape Spare O-Rings and Fittings (Package quantity may vary) * If your system is a 6-stage or 7-stage with an Alkaline, DI or UV filter, they already pre-installed on the machine head. www.
Understanding the Booster Pump and RO Process 1) Source water enters the system and passes through the stage 1, 2, and 3 prefilters. Located between the pre-filters is the Low Pressure Switch. This switch turns on when the incoming water pressure is 7 PSI or greater. 2) The High Pressure Switch turns on when the pressure from the pressurized tank is below 20 PSI, and turns off at 35 PSI (e.g. when tank is full).
Installation Tips How to use the Quick-Connect fittings Figure 1 To connect: 1. See Figure 1. Check and cut the tubing end squarely and cleanly with utility knife or scissors. 2. Make a ⅝” mark at the end of the tube so you will be able to confirm when the tube is inserted fully into the fitting. 3. Remove the blue lock clip from the fitting with your nail. If the lock sleeve pops out of the fitting when doing this, simply pop it back in. 4.
To disconnect: 1. See Figures 2 and 3. Remove the blue lock clip from the fitting. 2. With the blue lock clip removed, use your thumb and index finger to hold down the lock sleeve. This will release the metal teeth holding the tube in place. While holding the lock sleeve down with that hand, use your other hand to remove the tube from the fitting.
Sample Installation Flow Restrictor Figure 5 A. Source water from Feed Water Adapter → B. Source water to 1st stage water inlet C. Waste water from Flow Restrictor →D. Waste water to Drain Saddle/drain pipe E. RO water from stage 5 “T” fitting → F. RO water to Storage Tank F. When the drinking faucet is opened, RO water from the tank passes through E and G → H. RO water to the drinking faucet *Note, diagram represents a faucet with non-air gap installation.
Step 1: Installing the Feed Water Adapter (AFW43) (The bushing can convert 3/8” comp. to ½” NPT. Refer to AFW43 user manual) 1.1 See Figure 5. Turn off the Cold Water Line via the Cold Water Supply Valve (CWSV) under the sink. Open the kitchen faucet to release any pressure and make sure the water has stopped before proceeding to the next step. Get a towel or bucket to catch any water drips. Disconnect the Kitchen Faucet Connector (KFC) pipe from the CWSV. 1.
Note: The installation instructions below are for your reference only. An air gap faucet is not included with this system. • Drill a hole in the kitchen sink or countertop if there isn't already a spare one. Refer to the manual of the faucet when determining the size. • Place the front plate and the rubber washer on the base of the faucet. Mount the faucet into the countertop. • From under the sink, connect the RO system pure water output line to the faucet stem.
Step 4: Installing the Vertical Filters: Stages 1, 2, and 3 4.1 Make sure the O-ring is seated inside the groove on top of the filter housing. (Figure 10). A light amount of food-grade silicone jelly may be used to help the O-ring seal better, but is not required. 4.2 The filter cartridges are preserved in shrink wrap. Note the direction sign on the sticker before removing the wrap. 4.
6.5 Before twisting the housing cap back on, make sure the O-ring is seated at the end of the membrane housing as shown in figures 8 and 9. This is very important to avoid leaking and damage to the O-ring. 6.6 Place the membrane housing cap back on and hand tighten it, then use the housing wrench to tighten it another ¼-½” of a turn. Do not over tighten. 6.7 DO NOT reconnect the tubing to the fitting on the cap at this point (will be done in system start up).
7.1 See figure Sample Installation and figures of system top view, and note connection points A-B, C-D, E-F, and G-H. 7.2 Facing the front of the system, 1st stage is the see through housing located on the right hand side. Connect the RED tubing Feed Water Adapter (AFW43) (point A) to the stage 1 elbow fitting (point B). 7.3 Connect the Flow Restrictor (point C, 3-inch long cylinder with a FLOW labeled on it) to the Drain Saddle (point D) with the BLACK tubing. 7.
disconnected. Open the Feed Water Adapter Valve (AFW43) and Cold Water Supply Valve (CWSV), and flush the first three stages into a bucket until the water turns clear. 8.3 Once the water is clear, shut off the AFW43 and reconnect the tubing to the RO membrane housing cap. You will want to flush the first three stages like this whenever they are changed. 8.4 Open the RO faucet. Slowly open the AFW43 back up and check for any leaks.
OWNER’S MANUAL Please read this manual for useful reverse osmosis system maintenance information. Section 1: iSpring RO System Maintenance All iSpring RO systems are designed with ease of use and low maintenance in mind. If the filter cartridges are changed on schedule as suggested, the system will work properly for years to come. See the chart below for the filter pack model numbers for your system. The filter packs can be found on 123filter.com, Amazon, or HomeDepot.com.
Note: Stages 6 and/or 7 only exist on certain models. Stage 1 – 3 Pre-Filters Replace every 6 months or sooner if you notice a decrease in water flow or quality. The replacement frequency depends on your water usage and source water quality. To protect the RO membrane from chlorine and other damaging contaminants, it is important to change the pre-filters according to schedule. How to change the stage 1 – 3 pre-filters: 1.
How to Change the Reverse Osmosis Membrane Figure 11 Figure 12 1. The RO membrane typically lasts about 2 – 3 years. The membrane life span depends on the source water quality, your water usage, and how often the three pre-filters are replaced. To ensure the system’s performance and water purity, it is important to replace the pre-filter cartridges on schedule. Use a TDS meter to periodically check the RO water purity. 2.
Ice Maker Kit (ICEK) The Ice Maker Kit (model#: iSpring ICEK) can be purchased separately to feed RO water to your refrigerator for crystal clear ice cubes and great tasting water. If you choose to hook up the system to your refrigerator output, it can take the place of primary output over the RO faucet. www.123filter.com | (678) 261-7611 | Support@123Filter.
Section 2: Troubleshooting Guide for Newly Installed Systems w/ Booster Pump 1) Zero output water from RO faucet a) Water supply is closed. Open the water supply to the system so the valve is in line with the red tubing. b) Incorrect installation. Verify all tubing connections. c) The pump is not running, therefore not allowing water through. Make sure the pump is plugged into a live outlet that gets continuous power. d) A tubing is crimped, blocking the water flow.
a) If the membrane housing is leaking, make sure the O-ring is seated correctly as shown in 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) 11) 12) sections “Installing the RO Membrane” and “How to Change the RO Membrane”. It should be seated on the end of the membrane housing before the threads begin. The membrane cap is then screwed on over it. When positioned incorrectly, it will create a gap or damage the O-ring. When in the correct place, there will not be any pressure or tension on the O-ring.
Section 3: Glossary and Terms to Know Add-On Kit (#ACL1): Filter add on kit for adding additional in line filters to an existing system. Comes with quick-connect elbow fittings, filter clamps, and additional tubing Alkaline Remineralization Filter* (#FA15): 6th stage.
PPM: Parts Per Million, a unit used to measure TDS readings Pressurized Holding Tank (#T32M): 3.2g capacity pressurized water holding tank. The air bladder forces the water to the drinking faucet when the faucet is opened. Tank comes pre-pressurized and should read 7-10 PSI when empty PSI: Pounds Per Square Inch, a unit used to measure water pressure Quick Connect Fitting: A secure, easy to connect and disconnect type of fitting used on the system.
Warranty This Limited Warranty extends to the original purchaser of the system only. This warranty covers all Manufacturersupplied items only that prove to be defective in material, workmanship, or factory preparation. This warranty covers parts only; all labor is excluded from this warranty, including, but not limited to, services related to the removal, replacement, installation, adjustment, maintenance, and/or repair of the unit or its components items.
Warranty Registration To register your product for the warranty, visit our website at 123filter.com and go to the “Warranty Registration” tab. We provide a 30-day money back guarantee, a 1 year manufacturer warranty, and lifetime tech support for all of our products. However, we do not have the order information from websites other than 123Filter.com (Amazon, Home Depot, etc.), so please be sure to fill in that information upon registration of your system.
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