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WHAT THE DRINKING WATER SYSTEM WILL DO
COMPONENTS OF THE SYSTEM
The RO system consists of:
(1)
RO Assembly.
(2)
Color coded tubing.
(3)
Storage Tank.
(4)
Parts bag containing storage tank shutoff valve, drain
flow control insert, high recovery flow control, mounting
washers and screws.
(5)
Hydrolink Plus
®
RO Module, with batteries and
cable, in its own box (Model HERO-385Plus only).
(6)
Faucet, packaged separately.
INSTALLER PROVIDES: (1)
fittings to tap the cold
water pipe for a feed water source to the RO . . . must
adapt to 1/4" tubing; and
(2)
a drain point for RO dis-
charge water . . . must adapt to 3/8" OD tubing. Both
items must comply with state and /or local codes.
Optional fittings are available from EcoWater for use in
areas where codes permit.
THINGS TO CHECK BEFORE YOU START TO
INSTALL:
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FEED WATER -
The water supply to the Drinking
Water System must have the qualities listed in the speci-
fications. If not, it will not make product water as it
should and life of the RO membrane is shortened. City
water most often will have these qualities. Well water
may need conditioning. Have the water tested by a water
analysis laboratory, and get their recommendations for
treatment. Check and comply with local plumbing codes
when providing a water supply to the RO. Refer to Pages
22 and 25.
NOTE:
Codes in the state of Massachusetts require
installation by a licensed plumber, and do not permit the
use of the drain clamp. For installation, use plumbing
code 248-CMR of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
CAUTIONS:
Feed water must have chlorine reduced (prefilters reduce
up to amount shown in specifications, Page 4). Chlorine
will destroy the RO membrane cartridge. Be sure to serv-
ice the prefilters, Page 17.
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DRAIN POINT -
A suitable drain point (check your
local plumbing codes) is needed for reject water from the
RO membrane cartridge. Running the RO drain tubing
directly to a floor drain, laundry tub, sump, standpipe,
etc., is preferred. If that is not possible or practical, using
the sink p-trap drain pipe is suggested. A drain clamp
(drilling required), or a special drain adapter are avail-
able from EcoWater to use where codes permit. Refer to
Pages 22 and 25. These options install on the sink drain
pipe tailpiece, above the p-trap.
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RO FAUCET -
The RO product water faucet installs
on the sink, or on the countertop next to the sink. Often,
it's installed in an existing sink spray attachment hole.
Space is required underneath for tubing to and from the
faucet, and for securing it in place. Refer to Pages 7 and
10.
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MOUNTING SURFACE -
The RO assembly mounts
on a wall surface under the sink, or you can lay it on the
bottom of the cabinet. Special washers and screws are
included for wall mounting.When the storage tank is full
of water, it weighs about 30 pounds. Be sure to set on a
surface that will support this weight.
The drinking water system is a REVERSE OSMOSIS
(RO) water treating unit. Reverse osmosis is a way of
reducing dissolved solids and organic matter from water
by passing it through a special membrane. The mem-
brane separates minerals and impurities from the water,
and they are flushed to the drain. Good tasting, high
quality product water goes directly to the drinking water
faucet, or to the storage area. The system makes a good
supply of drinking water each day (see specifications).
How much it will make depends on the feed water sup-
ply pressure, temperature, and quality.
Pre and postfilters are replaceable cartridges. The carbon
prefilter reduces some chlorine (see specifications) while
also filtering sediments. The postfilter reduces any other
undesirable tastes and odors before you use the water.
The RO system also includes a standard faucet assembly
to vend the drinking water, and a storage tank.
NOTE:
A performance data sheet is included listing
what the system will reduce from the water supply. See
performance data sheet for individual contaminants and
reduction performance.
The drinking water system fits under the kitchen or bath-
room sink. However, you can install it where most con-
venient. You do need a COLD water supply pipe and
drain point within a few feet (6' tubing lengths included).
You can buy longer lengths of tubing if needed to reach
more distant points. Be sure tubing is acceptable for use
on potable water supplies.
