TM Model WHER12 Model WriER18 How to install, operate and maintain your Reverse Osmosis Drinking Water System Do not return R.O. to store If you have questions or concerns when installing, operating or maintaining your R.O. call our toll free number: 1-866-986-3223 Monday - Friday, 8 am - 9 pm EST System tested and certified by NSF International against NSF/ANSl Standard 58. See performance data sheet for details, 7263942 (Rev. D 8/18/04) Product No.
Table of Contents Before You Start ...................................................................... Inspect Shipment ..................................................................... Reverse Osmosis Information .......................................................... How the RO System Works ............................................................ Prefilter ........................................................................... Reverse Osmosis (RO) Cartridge ..............................
Before You Start For installations in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts: Installation by a licensed plumber is required. Plumbing code 248-CMR of Massachusetts must be used for installation. of the Commonwealth Read all steps and guides carefully before installing and using your reverse osmosis system. Follow all steps exactly to correctly install. Reading this manual will also help you to get all the benefits from the reverse osmosis system.
Inspect Shipment The parts required to assemble and install the reverse osmosis system are included in a parts bag, located inside the shipping carton. Water supply fitting Drain adaptor RO product water faucet (Model WriER12) (Model WHERI 8) Teflon tape Tank valve Monitor Hanger washers and screws RO product water faucet (Model WriER 18) "AA" batteries (Model WriER 18) KZZZ3 KZZZ3 Check the reverse osmosis system tk)r possible shipping damage and parts loss.
Reverse Osmosis Information The Reverse Osmosis (RO) Drinking Water System is a water treatment unit. It uses household water pressure to reverse a natural physical process called osmosis. Water, under pressure, is forced through a semi-permeable membrane where minerals and impurities are filtered out. Clean drinking water goes to the faucet or storage tank, while minerals and impurities are sent to the drain with Re waste water.
Faucet Electronics If so equipped, the Re system will monitor the total product flow of the reverse osmosis system and also length of time the filters have been installed. The faucet base has an indicator light that flashes to inform you of the status of the Re membrane and filters. This indicator light will flash only when water is flowing. • Green - Re membrane and filters are good. • Amber - Warning, pre and post filters will need replacing shortly.
Reverse Osmosis Dimensions T T 13" 15" Plan the Installation Tools and Parts Needed Assemble the required tools be*k_restarting installation. Read and follow the instructions providedwith any tools listed here. • Pliers • Adjustable wrench • Larger adjustable jaw pliers • Pipe wrench • Screwdrivers • Plumbers putty (for sink, if necessary) • Electric drill and drill bit Location Requirements Consider all of the following when selecting an installation location for the reverse osmosis.
The RO assembly and storage tank is designed for installation under the sink, usually in the kitchen or bathroom. The RO assembly mounts on a wall surface, or can lay on the cabinet floor next to the storage tank. Hanger washers and wood screws are included fk)r cabinet wall mounting. The RO product water faucet installs on the sink, or on the countertop next to the sink. NOTE: Tubing lengths allow for the removal of the assembly from the hanger washers for servicing.
Installation Install Cold Water Supply Fitting Check and comply with local plumbing codes as you plan, then install a cold teed (supply) water fitting. The fitting must provide a leak-tight connection to the RO 1/4" tubing. A typical connection using the cold water supply fitting (provided) is shown in Figure 3A. An optional plumbing fittings (not provided), is shown in Figure 3B. connection, using standard Cold water supply fitting: 1.
Install Drain Adaptor Running the drain tubing directly to a floor drain, sump, standpipe, laundry tub is preferred. See "Air Gap Requirements" section. This can also help eliminate noise in the faucet. However, if that is not possible or practical, the drain adaptor (provided) installs in the sink drain pipe, always above or ahead of the p-trap. The drain adaptor fits 1-1/2" sink drain pipe. Other drain pipe fittings, in addition to the adaptor, may be needed.
Install Faucet Prepare mounting hole: 1. Select one of the *\_llowing places for the faucet. Be sure it will fit fiat against the surface, and there is space underneath for tubing (see Figure 9). • Use an existing sink top hole for a spray hose or other faucet. A 1- 1/4" diameter hole is needed. • Drill a new hole in the countertop • Drill a new hole in the sink top. IMPORTANT: next to the sink.
Assemble Faucet (Model WHER18): 1. Slide the electronics ring onto the faucet stud. 2. Route the 1/4" red tubing through the sink or countertop 3. Route the 3/8" black tubing through the sink or the countertop hole, connect to 3/8" barb on faucet. 4. Lower faucet and electronics ring into place on the countertop. On the underside of the countertop or sink, loosely assemble the large spacer, small spacer, washer and brass nut onto the faucet stud.
Install RO Assembly Hang the assembly on the included hanger washers, or lay on the cabinet floor, as desired. 1. Refer to Figure 8 for wall mounting. Hold the assembly up to the wall surface and mark locations for the hanger washers. Distance needed is 7.2" (approx. 7-7/32") apart. 2. Install hanger washers at least 15-1/2" up from the cabinet floor, allowing room to remove sumps from filter heads. Wood screws are provided, or obtain other fasteners as needed. hanger washer (2)_ "-__ _ _ screw 7.
RO product water faucet (Model WriER12) % RO product water faucet (Model WriER18) H water supply fitting d_ @ HOT @ adaptor COLD telephone style extension 3red models only) sink p-trap tubing adap_ yellow co!let Prefilter RO membrane Post filter Figure 9 Sanitize, Pressure Test & Purge Sanitize: NOTE: Sanitizing is recommended upon installation of the RO system, and after servicing inner parts.
6. Flush the prefilter sump with fresh water, if needed the top. Add 2 tablespoons of household bleach Concentrated, chlorine could attack plastics. NOTE: Add bleach replace to water 7. Carefully 8. Slowly 9. Open the RO faucet. open the sump the water in sump to avoid in the prefilter supply to clean. Next, fill with water to about 1" from to water in sump. Do not add chlorine first. plastic location damage. and turn to the right ((__) to lock. to the RO. 10.
Routine Maintenance To keep your reverse osmosis system operating and producing high quality water, you must make sure supply water is always within the limits shown in the specifications. Good supply water helps to assure longer life from the RO membrane cartridge, prefilter and postfilter cartridges. However, each of these will wear out in time and need replacement. This reverse osmosis system contains a replaceable treatment component critical for effective removal of total dissolved solids.
(_j- mounting washers (2) prefilter cartridge (cartridge o-ring seals on this end) RO Cartridge (cartridge o-ring / _ _ seals on this end) o-ring seal postfilter cartridge (cartridge o- ring seals on this end) sump Turn sumps in the direction of the arrow to remove. Turn opposite way to install and tighten. Figure 10 RO Membrane Cartridge The life of the RO membrane cartridge can be maximized by a water softener on the incoming water supply and performing regular filter changes.
Flow Control The flow control is vital for proper operation of the RO membrane cartridge. The control keeps water flow through the membrane at the needed rate to obtain the best quality product water. Periodically check the flow control to be sure the small hole through it is clean and unrestricted.
Changing Collet and O-ring: 1. With a small screwdriver remove the collet and o-ring from the fitting. Be careful not to scratch the internal walls of the collet port. 2. Be sure the port is clean, then lubricate and insert the o-ring seal to the bottom of the port. 3. Push the collet inward until it locks in place. IMPORTANT: NOTE: Automatic using vinegar or other acid based cleaners on this RO system can degrade some RO system parts. Use only soap and water for cleaning.
Troubleshooting REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEM Guide CARE GUIDE MODEL NOs. WHER12 and WHER18 1, AT LEAST every 6 months, replace the prefilter and postfilter cartridges or when yellow LED flashes. 2. Replace the RO membrane cartridge when the percent rejection of total dissolved solids (TDS) is less than shown in the specifications (see B, below) or when red LED flashes. 3, Replace the batteries once per year. If any of the following occur before the 6 months, replace as directed. A.
Specifications Water Specifications WHER12 WHER18 Metric Supply water pressure limits 40 - 100 psi 40 - 100 psi 280 - 690 kPa Supply water temperature 40 - 100 °F 40 - 100 °F 5 - 40°C 2000 ppm 2000 ppm - 10 gpg 10 gpg - 0 0 - 2.0 2.0 - 4 - 10 4 - 10 - Product (quality) water, 24 hours 14 gallons 22 gallons 53 liters/ 83 liters Product Specifications WriER12 WriER18 Metric Percent rejection of TDS, minimum (new membrane) 90 - 95 90 - 95 - 2.3 gallons 2.3 gallons 8.
Repair Parts Manifold Housing PUSH - IN FITTINGS 25-_,, 1/4" 3/8" 24 10 11 20 4 3 r-m-1 I I I I I I @ @ 21 23s t 22 J@ I 8 19 16 22 18 15
Repair Parts Key No. Part No. 1 7221128 2 [] Description Key No. Part No. Description Sump (3 req.) 16 7205326 Storage Tank 7223633 O-Ring, 2-1/4" x 2-1/2" (3 req.) 17 7251034 Connector, 1/4 NPT x 3/8 Tube 3 9006062 Screw (2 req.) 18 7208489 Drain Adapter 4 9041700 Ilanger Washer (2 req.
Product Schematic PRODUCT WATER BLUE _ PRODUCT I RED WATER drain flow control SHUTOFF i ,t' _ AUTOMATIC _ I valve , .. It ]check " gravity drain .Q PREFILTER Figure ] I _ RO MEMBRANE POSTFILTER 14 Warranty ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON REVERSE OSMOSIS DRINKING WATER SYSTEM (except filter cartridges and R. O. membrane) Warrantor: Warrantor guarantees, with the instructions, Ecodyne Water Systems Inc.