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Lubricate the O-rings on the filter.
Push the filter into the top portion of the housing
Lubricate the O-ring at the top of the sump with a small amount of the silicone included
Tighten the filter sump hand tight, then using the wrench, turn an additional ¼ turn, but do not over tighten
Lubricate the O-rings on the filter cap
Push the carbon block filter in the top portion of the housing
Lubricate the O-ring at the top of the sump with a small amount of the silicone included
Tighten the filter sump hand tight, then using the wrench, turn an additional ¼ turn, but do not over tighten
Lubricate the O-rings on the chloramine filter cap.
Push the chloramine filter in the top portion of the housing.
Lubricate the O-ring at the top of the sump with a small amount of the silicone included.
Tighten the filter sump hand tight, then using the wrench, turn an additional ¼ turn, but do not over tighten.
Once removed, clean the old Teflon tape off of threads on each fitting
BE SURE not to overtight these fittings or they may break. BE SURE no to put too much Teflon tape on the fittings. This can result in a crack in the post filter. The fittings should tighten before they bottom out in the post filter.
Stem
Elbow
Wrap with Teflon tape
Now push the tee from the tank on the inlet stem fitting of the new post carbon filter.
For Livation systems, install the new Livation filter and plug the inlet tubing in the inlet side of the Livation filter. Remove the outlet tubing from the old Livation filter and install it in the outlet of the new Livation filter. Connect the other end of the outlet tube to the post filter/tank tee fitting.
Turn off and correct leaks if leaks occur
Close the valve on storage tank
Open the RO faucet until water drips from it
Water will be flowing to the drain as well
The system will fill the sumps and the membrane with water and will ultimately shut off. This happens fairly quickly without the tank on (usually 3-5 mins). Once the water stops and the system shuts down. Check for leaks again.
If the system uses a permeate pump, the water going in the drain and the water coming the RO faucet may be intermittent or pulsate. This is normal.
The initial water from the system may be discolored. This is normal.
NOTE: BE PATIENT! It is very important that there is a steady drip or stream of water coming from the faucet before it is closed. If not, there could be air trapped in the system and it will not fill the tank properly. This can waste a lot of water.
Most systems will be full within 2 hours. The system is full when the water to the drain stops. Check for leaks with the system full and repair them accordingly.
NOTE: When the system is first turned on, water may intermittently “spurt” from the air gap opening on the side of air gap faucets. This is common and should correct itself after the air is purged from the system.
To make sure RO system is operating correctly, follow these simple procedures:
Open RO faucet handle and allow tank to completely drain
Close faucet and re-fill the system.
Allow system to process water for approximately 2-3 hours, at which point tank will be practically full.
Open faucet again and allow tank to empty for a second time. Do not use this water.
Wait another 2-3 hours to allow tank to re-fill.
NOTE: If no objectionable tastes are noticed after second tank draining, RO processed water is ready for use. Otherwise, drain tank and re-fill for a third time.
If the tank doesn’t fill, the tank tubing may have air in it. Typically, the standard startup procedure will be sufficient, but in some cases due to the water temperature and pressure, additional air bleeding must be performed. The following procedure will help bleed air from the system.
Close the tank valve
Turn off feed water valve
Open the faucet
Remove the tank tubing from the tank valve
Hold the tubing above the system with the open end facing up
Open the feed water valve
Open the faucet
BE SURE to push it in the tank valve completely or a leak could occur.
Close faucet
Open tank valve
To make sure RO system is operating correctly, follow these simple procedures:
Open RO faucet handle and allow tank to completely drain
Close faucet and re-fill the system.
Allow system to process water for approximately 2-3 hours, at which point tank will be practically full.
Open faucet again and allow tank to empty for a second time. Do not use this water.
Wait another 2-3 hours to allow tank to re-fill.
NOTE: If no objectionable tastes are noticed after second tank draining, RO processed water is ready for use. Otherwise, drain tank and re-fill for a third time.
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