Installation & Maintenance Manual
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EVOLUTION-RO1000 Reverse Osmosis System Installation and Maintenance Manual SAFETY GUIDES THE BASIC REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEM Read and follow all steps and guides carefully before installing and using your reverse osmosis system. The included Quick Start Guide is only a basic guide to help you through the initial setup of the system. Please read this more detailed manual before running the system. Do not use this product to make safe drinking water from non-potable water sources.
THE BASIC REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEM cont.
THE BASIC REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEM cont. LOCATION OF SYSTEM Drain Point: A suitable drain point is needed for reject (waste) water from the RO system. A floor drain, laundry tub, standpipe, sump, etc. are all acceptable. If discharging into the utility sink or standpipe, an air gap of greater than 1/2-inches above the flood rim must be provided. An optional 3/8” quick connect sink p-trap drain adapter is available to install as an optional drain point where codes permit.
THE BASIC REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEM cont. Feed Pressure Gauge Feed Water Valve Cold Water Line Only Optional Pre-Evolution™ Pre-Filter Inlet-1/2" White Drain - 3/8" Black Purified Water - 3/8" Blue 1.
INSTALLATION STEP 1: Install cold water supply fitting. Use either the included garden hose connector or any of the other optional feed fittings. STEP 2: Install optional drain adapter STEP 3: Make tubing connections STEP 4: Install RO assembly STEP 5: Put system into operation NOTE: Consult a licensed plumber if you are not familiar with plumbing procedures.
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INSTALLATION cont. Recommended Placement Positions The RO assembly should be positioned in one of two ways. The first position is with the unit standing upright using the support leg with the sumps horizontal. The tubing is directed to provide the best fit. The second position, sets the unit on end so the sumps are pointing up. The tubing is directed upward and the locking bar is down to lock the tubing connections. See Figure 9 System Positions. NOTE: Ensure that the support leg is installed on the sumps.
Tested @ 77F and 500 PPM source water. Flow rates will vary depending on source water, temperature and PPM’s. The flow rate of purified water will vary depending on 3 factors: IMPORTANT NOTE: The flow rate of product water can drastically decrease due to low psi and low temperature, especially in the winter. In some cases with cold temperature and/or low pressure predicted flow rate can drop by as much as 50% or more. A combination of cold water and low pressure can drop flow rates even further.
TO CARE FOR THE RO SYSTEM The components of the RO system are designed to function with minimal maintenance. However, the membrane elements and prefilter will need to be replaced on a regular schedule. For optimal performance the system should be flushed for 2 minutes if periods of inactivity that extend past six hours. REPLACEMENT OF PRE-FILTER The carbon pre-filter reduces sediment and certain chemicals, such as chlorine, from the water.
REPLACEMENT OF THE PRE-FILTER, AND RO MEMBRANE ELEMENTS cont. 7. If changing membrane elements: a. Remove membrane sumps. Remove and discard used elements. b. Remove new elements from packaging. CAUTION: Elements contain a foodgrade preservative. The use of sterile/latex gloves is highly recommended. c. Lubricate element O-rings, brine seals, and sump O-rings with silicone lubricant. Refer to "Connection Lubrication" on page 8 for correct lubrication procedure of elements cartridge. d.
Performance Specifications Minimum and Maximum Operating Conditions Condition Minimum Maximum Inlet Pressure 40 psi (2.76 bar) 80 psi (5.52 bar) Inlet Temperature 40°F (4.44°C) 100°F (37.78°C) Inlet TDS 50 PPM 1,000 PPM Inlet Hardness 0 mg/L (0 grain) 171 mg/L (10 grain) Inlet Chlorine 0 mg/L 1.0 mg/L Inlet Iron 0 mg/L 0.1 mg/L Inlet Manganese 0 mg/L 0.
TROUBLESHOOTING Issue Low product flow rate Concentrate water runs to drain after faucet shut off Poor product water quality Possible Cause Corrective Action Low driving pressure. Increase feed pressure. Consider pump for low pressure locations. Use short tubing runs to decrease flow restriction. Increase tubing diameter for longer distances. Low water temperature or high total dissolved solids (TDS). Increase feed water temperature or feed pressure to compensate. Plugged prefilter.
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