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Congratulations! You are now a proud owner of the finest reverse osmosis filtration system available. 
Marine Depot has assembled a high quality water purifying system that turns ordinary tap water into 
sparkling, great-tasting, healthy drinking and aquarium water by combining filtration and absorption. 
With this unit you can be assured that your aquatic animals and your family are enjoying the highest 
quality water possible. 

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS 

Operating Pressure:

 45-85 PSI 

Optimal Input Water Temperature: 

70-77° F (21-25° C) 

Output Rating: 

Output of Marine Depot KleanWater RO and RO/DI systems are measured with a 

water pressure of 50 PSI, 75° F water and an input TDS of 125ppm. Lower water pressure, lower 
temperature and/or high TDS will result in lower output. 

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION 

The Marine Depot KleanWater Reverse Osmosis and Reverse Osmosis / Deionization Systems are 
available in many different configurations ranging from a simple 4-Stage RO-Only system to a feature-
rich 6-Stage RO/DI System.

Sediment Pre-filter

First, the incoming feed water is passed through a one micron sediment pre-filter. This filter removes 
silt and other particulate matters that may clog the TFC membrane. 

Carbon Pre-filter

The second stage of filtration is a carbon pre-filter (select models feature two carbon cartridges). This 
filtration step removes organics, chlorine, chloramine and other chemicals from the feed water that 
can damage the membrane. For the most effective chloramine removal, we recommend replacing the 
filters with our Chloramine-X GAC Carbon Filters once your current filters are exhausted.

RO TFC Membrane

The third filtration stage is a high rejection thin film composite (TFC) membrane. It removes 95%-98% 
of inorganic salts, heavy metals, bacteria and almost all high molecular weight organics in the water. 
The correct waste water to product water ratio is 3 to 4 parts of waste water for each 1 part of product 
water. 

Deionization Cartridge (on select models)

The fourth stage moves water through a Deionization Cartridge (select models feature two DI 
cartridges). As water passes through a bed of ion exchange resins, these resins attract and absorb 
ionic contaminants: cation resins absorb positively charged ions, and anion resins absorb negatively 
charged ions. Deionization cartridges are designed to reduce silica, nitrates and phosphate levels in the 
low ppb range and are capable of producing 18 meg-ohm-cm resistivity water.  This is exactly why 
RO/DI systems are the best tap water filtration method to provide ultra pure water for your aquarium.  

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Questions? Call 1-800-566-3474

Summary of Contents for KleanWater RO

Page 1: ...User s Manual www marinedepot com customercare marinedepot com 1 800 566 3474 ...

Page 2: ...rbon Pre filter The second stage of filtration is a carbon pre filter select models feature two carbon cartridges This filtration step removes organics chlorine chloramine and other chemicals from the feed water that can damage the membrane For the most effective chloramine removal we recommend replacing the filters with our Chloramine X GAC Carbon Filters once your current filters are exhausted R...

Page 3: ...ge Flush Valve kit Figure A included with Advanced models purges the TFC membrane and helps to extend membrane and DI cartridge life We recommend flushing your membrane for 30 seconds before and after each use STORAGE When the unit is not in use it is important to keep the TFC membrane hydrated The TFC membrane must not be allowed to dry out Keep the unit in a cool location and keep all inlet and ...

Page 4: ... will be space needed below the unit to accomplish regular maintenance of the filter system such as pre filter removal Additional hardware and or plumbing parts are available at MarineDepot com or your local hardware or plumbing supply stores For RO DI systems you will need to remove the DI cartridge from the far left chamber s before turning on the cold water supply Place the yellow waste water l...

Page 5: ...se osmosis membranes are packed with an anti bacterial agent to keep them sterile prior to use This agent should be flushed away to avoid human or animal consumption Turn on the water once again and allow the unit to run for 30 minutes to flush out the anti bacterial agent For RO systems allow the system to flush completely for 30 minutes and discard the initial batch of water produced Once flushe...

Page 6: ...ing The Kleanwater Economy RO DI is available in 4 stage shown above and 6 stage options Accessories and additional plumbing parts are available separately at MarineDepot com Carbon Carbon Sediment Waste water to drain Product Water Feed water from garden hose adapter Economy RO System Diagram TFC Membrane Housing 6 Questions Call 1 800 566 3474 ...

Page 7: ...rs are clogged and need to be replaced The Flush Valve is used to flush your TFC membrane for 30 seconds before and after each use Simply open the valve so the knob is parallel to the tubing to flush your system After thirty seconds close the valve and begin collecting RO DI filtered water The TDS Meter includes two probes inserted into white tee fittings These tee fittings w probe will need to be...

Page 8: ... flow restrictor dried up or damaged TFC membrane install new TFC membrane Slow water production clogged pre filters install new pre filters low water pressure 45 PSI install booster pump or use higher output TFC membrane low water temperature install booster pump or use higher output TFC membrane hard water or high TDS install booster pump or use higher output TFC membrane damaged TFC membrane in...

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