5-Stage Reverse Osmosis System WM5-50 41840 McAlby Court, Suite A Murrieta, CA 92562 800-451-9343, FAX 951-894-2801 www.nimbuswater.com 41840-A McAlby Court, Murrieta, CA 92562 (800) 451-9343, email: sales@nimbuswater.
Introduction to the WaterMaker Five Congratulations on your purchase of the WaterMaker Five reverse osmosis system. When properly maintained, this system will provide you with years of trouble-free service. The next sections contain important information on the proper care and maintenance of your system, please take a few minutes to read through this information. The cartridges in this system must be replaced on a regular basis to maintain efficiency and to safeguard water quality.
Warranty The Limited Warranty extends to the original purchaser of the system. This warranty covers all parts and factory labor needed to repair any Manufacturer-supplied item that proves to be defective in material, workmanship or factory preparation. The above-mentioned warranty applies for the first full calender year from date of purchase.
System Specifications Performance Specifications Membrane Production 50 GPD (189 LPD) TDS Rejection 95% Recovery1 35.4% Brine to Product 1.8:1 Feed Water Requirements System w/Tank Pressure Temp TDS Chlorine Turbidity SDI pH 27 GPD (102 LPD) 95% 22.8% 3.4:1 The percentage of the feed water available as reverse osmosis treated water under normal operating conditions. 1 40-80 psi (275 kPa - 552 kPa) 40°F - 100°F (4°C - 38°C) <2000 mg/L <1.
Push Handle Airgap Faucet 1. Insert polished faucet base and rubber seal onto base of faucet and insert base assembly down through the sink hole. 2. From underneath the sink, push the 1/4” black drain tubing attached to the system onto the 1/4” fitting located on the faucet base. 3. Locate the extra piece of 3/8” white tubing and push one end onto the larger 3/8” fitting located on the faucet base. 4. Slide white plastic spacer open-end-up onto the threaded faucet stem (2). 5.
Feed and Drain Connection Feed Connection 1. Locate and turn off the angle stop valve on the cold water line feeding the sink. This valve will usually be located under the sink on the pipe coming out of the wall. 2. When the angle stop valve is closed, relieve pressure in the line by opening the cold water tap on the sink. 3. Disconnect the cold water faucet feed line at the angle stop valve. 4. Install the feed adapter into the angle stop. (Fig. 1) 5.
System Activation and Flushing System Activation and Inspection 1. Check all tubing connections to ensure they are firmly seated. CHECK TO SEE THAT THE CARTRIDGE RETAINER CLIP IS PROPERLY ENGAGED AND LOCKED. Failure to keep the retaining clip in place will result in accidental leaks and flooding. 2. Open the dispensing faucet at the sink. Close the tank shut-off valve. 3. Open the feed water valve to the system. Observe all tubing and connections for several minutes to detect any leaks.
Installation Checklist 1. System is located where it will not be subject to physical impacts or rough contact by heavy objects. 2. Feed water pressure to the unit is no less than 40 psi and no greater than 80 PSI. 3. Ensure the plastic retainer clip that holds the desalinator cartridge in place is fully engaged and locked in place. The slide locks must snap into place in the slots.
Maintenance Cartridge Replacement 1. Close the feed water shut-off valve. 2. Close the tank shut-off valve. 3. Open the dispensing faucet to relieve system pressure. Close dispensing faucet when flow has stopped. 4. Remove the cover from the front of the system. Remove the retaining clip. Pull the cartridge off the system evenly at top and bottom. Dispose of used cartridge. 6.