Abundant Flow Water Systems ROFK5, Installation & Service Manual

Page 1: ...Reverse Osmosis System Installation Service Manual 2261 Schoenchen Rd Pfeifer KS 67660 www afwfilters com 785 735 9769 ...

Page 2: ...ons on system maintenance can be found in the maintenance section recommended maintenance intervals are as follows Filters Every 6 months for most homes at least once a year UV Bulb Every 12 months on systems equipped with a UV light Sanitization Once a year more often if bacteria present Membrane Varies from 2 4 years at least every 4 years Date Filters Replaced Sanitized UV Bulb Membrane System ...

Page 3: ...TALLATION CHECK LIST 2 PARTS CHECKLIST 2 SYSTEM INSTALLATION 3 FAUCET INSTALLATION 3 STORAGE TANK 4 FEED WATER INSTALLATION 5 DRAIN SADDLE INSTALLATION 5 CONNECTING THE SYSTEM 6 EXAMPLE OF CONNECTED SYSTEM 7 SYSTEM START UP 8 SYSTEM MAINTENANCE 9 FILTERS 9 MEMBRANE 10 O RINGS 11 SYSTEM SANITIZATION 11 TROUBLESHOOTING 13 QUICK TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 13 TRACING WATER FLOW 14 CONNECTION DIAGRAM 15 REV...

Page 4: ...NOTES ...

Page 5: ...oving 99 of contaminants The post filter gives a final polishing to ensure clean tasting water The optional inline pH mineral filter ensures a neutral pH and adds beneficial minerals back into the water Water Purification Summary Stage 1 Sediment Filer Traps dirt sediment particulates Stage 2 GAC granular activated carbon Filter Chloramines Tastes Chemicals Odors Stage 3 Carbon Block Filter Chlori...

Page 6: ...is usually easier to install any upgrades before installing the system 6 Check to ensure there are no missing parts Use the parts checklist on the following page to make sure all the parts listed are present If anything is missing call us and we will get replacements out as soon as possible 7 Assemble the tools you will need Depending on where the system is being installed and the plumbing the too...

Page 7: ...ayer the RO faucet may be installed in the hole used for the sprayer simply disconnect the sprayer and plug the sprayer connection If the sprayer hole is not an option you will need to drill a hole To drill a hole determine where it will be located before starting You will need a 2 flat surface no more than 2 thick Ensure the chosen location will not interfere with anything below and position the ...

Page 8: ...lled you can hook up the product line to the faucet The best way to do so is to wrap the bottom of the faucet shank with 6 7 wraps of Teflon tape then attach the quick connect faucet fitting The product line will then push directly into the fitting An alternate method of attaching the line is to slide the line nut over the product line followed by the ferrule then push the insert into the end of t...

Page 9: ...n nut and separate cold water line from faucet shank You will need to cut a piece of the copper tube about 3 4 to 1 measure to determine the exact cut needed so the slip joint adapter can fit between faucet and the copper line Insert the flat washer into the slip joint adapter and tighten onto cold water faucet shank Insert the cone washer into the slip joint adaptor and push the copper pipe into ...

Page 10: ...stem will not have to be unhooked Using the following pictures and descriptions and the color coded tubing to make the connections to the system Note The pictures show blue plugs to make the connection easier to see your system should have color coded tubing inserted in them Please Note Pictures are for reference only actual fitting design and location may vary The connection is described and colo...

Page 11: ... Abundant Flow Water Systems Inc 2009 Revised 9 09 7 Example of Connected System System may differ from the one shown ...

Page 12: ... helps work the air out of the system 7 Allow the system some time to start producing water from the faucet depending on the system and water pressure this may take up to 30 minutes When the water first comes out it may be black as the carbon fines in the post filter rinse out this is normal Once you are getting a steady flow of water anything from a steady drip to a small stream depending on memb...

Page 13: ...lve 2 Shut the ball valve on the tank The valve is closed when the handle is at a 90 angle to the tubing when the handle is NOT parallel to the tubing 3 Open the faucet to release any remaining pressure 4 Pull the system out to where it can be easily worked with If the system was installed with enough tubing to do so simply pull it out to where it can be worked on If the system does not have enoug...

Page 14: ...use again Membrane The RO membrane will last an average of 2 4 years depending on water quality water usage frequency of filter changes and quality of filters used Reduced water quality reduced production rate or no production can be an indication of a fouled membrane but there may not always be these signs to tell you the membrane is bad The best way is to monitor the rejection rate of the membra...

Page 15: ...cet allowing all the water to drain until flow from the faucet is down to the slow drip or stream seen in step 14 This flushes the system cleaning the membrane and preparing it for use 17 Repeat steps 15 16 at least once to ensure thorough flushing of the new filters 18 Your membrane is now changed and the system is ready to use again O rings The filter housings on the system utilize O rings black...

Page 16: ...way it was 5 Remove all filters and the membrane from their housings leave the inline filter s the post filter as well as the DI pH Mineral filter if the system has them in place 6 Add one capful 2 tsp or 10ml of 5 bleach any household bleach such as Clorox will work to each filter housing and the membrane housing 7 If the system was unhooked hook it back up now 8 Open the feed water supply and al...

Page 17: ...d if less add booster pump Clogged filters Replace filters Fouled Membrane Replace membrane Defective Check Valve Replace Check Valve Defective Auto Shut Off Replace auto shut off valve Defective Flow Restrictor Replace flow restrictor Obstruction In Line Ensure all valves are open and lines are not kinked Trace flow of water to pinpoint cause Tank Not Holding Water No Pressure in Tank Check press...

Page 18: ... the line coming from the check valve on the membrane to the auto shut off valve refer to the connection diagram if you are unsure where the check valve is You should get a steady drip or a slow stream If there is no flow remove the check valve simply unscrew counterclockwise and test again If flow is achieved by removing the check valve replace the defective check valve If removing the check valv...

Page 19: ... Abundant Flow Water Systems Inc 2009 Revised 9 09 15 Connection Diagram Arrows indicate flow direction Not to scale ...

Page 20: ...een 40 and 80 pounds per square inch Incoming water temperature cannot exceed 105 F 40 5 C Incoming TDS Total Dissolved Solids not to exceed 2000 PPM Use of Vaseline or petroleum based lubricants will also void the warranty How Do I Receive Warranty Service If your system is found to be defective first call for a returned merchandise authorization number RMA Please provide a reason for the return ...