SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS UNDER SINK Reverse Osmosis Filtration System VRO-3 VRO-4 VRO-5 VRO-5WP Installation, Use & Care Guide CAUTION: Before using water softener, read this manual and follow all safety rules and operating instructions.
Table of Contents: Page How Reverse Osmosis Works 1 Conditions for Operation 1-2 Tools Required for Installation 2 Reverse Osmosis System Layout and Components 3-4 Specifications 5 Tapping Into Cold Water Line 5 Installation of Product Water Faucet 6-7 Installation for Saddle Drain Clamp 8 Installing the Membrane Into the Membrane Housing 8 Installing the Filter Cartridges and Filter Housing Bowl Onto Unit 9 Mounting the RO Unit Under the Sink 10 Mounting the Tank Ball Valve Onto Tan
How Reverse Osmosis Works: The Vitapur® Reverse Osmosis System uses a semi-permeable membrane to reduce dissolved salts and minerals, improving the taste and colour of your water. The RO membrane is made of layers of micronthin film wound around a hollow center core. Water molecules are able to pass through the membrane, but dissolved salts and minerals are rejected. The Vitapur® Reverse Osmosis system features 3, 4 and 5 stage filter action.
Precautions: • Do not use this system where the water is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality. RO system is for use on potable water only. Source water exceeding chemical parameters requires treatment. • This Reverse Osmosis element contains a preservative solution to prevent microbiological growth and freezing which, if ingested may cause irritation of the gastrointestinal tract, colic, diarrhea, or other similar symptoms.
Reverse Osmosis System and Components: VRO-3 Filtration Process Flow Restrictor 300ml Faucet Drain Line 2nd Stage ¼” Black to Air Gap 3/ ” Black 8 to Drain Valve 3/8” Yellow 3/ ” Blue 8 Drain Water Supply 3rd Stage 1st Stage Pressure Tank 3.2 U.S. Gallon ¼” White 1st Stage: Carbon Block Filter 5 micron, 10” 2nd Stage: TFC Membrane 50 GPD 3rd Stage: Carbon Block Filter 5 micron, 10” Auto shut off valve Operating Pressure: 40 – 100 psi (2.79 - 6.
Reverse Osmosis System and Components: VRO-4 Filtration Process Flow Restrictor 300ml Faucet Drain Line 3/8” Blue Valve 3rd Stage ¼” Black to Air Gap 4th Stage 3/8” Black to Drain 3/8” Yellow Drain Water Supply 2nd Stage 1st Stage Pressure Tank 3.2 U.S. Gallon ¼” White 1st Stage: Sediment Filter 5 micron, 10” 2nd Stage: Carbon Block Filter 5 micron, 10” 3rd Stage: TFC Membrane 50 GPD 4th Stage: Inline Carbon Filter Auto shut off valve Operating Pressure: 40 – 100 psi (2.79 - 6.
Reverse Osmosis System and Components: VRO-5 Filtration Process Flow Restrictor 300ml Drain Line ¼” Black to Air Gap Faucet 3⁄8” Blue Valve 4th Stage 5th Stage 3/ ” Black 8 to Drain 3⁄8” Yellow ¼” White Drain Water Supply 3rd Stage 2nd Stage 1st Stage: Sediment Filter 5 micron, 10” 2nd Stage: Carbon Block Filter 5 micron, 10” 3rd Stage: Carbon Block Filter 5 micron, 10” 4th Stage: TFC Membrane 50 GPD @ 60 psi 5th Stage: Inline Carbon Filter 1st Stage Pressure Tank 3.2 U.S.
Reverse Osmosis System and Components: VRO-5WP Filtration Process Faucet 3⁄8” Yellow 3/ ” Black 8 to Drain 3⁄8” Blue 5th Stage High Pressure Switch Solenoid Valve 300ml Drain Line ¼” Black to Air Gap 4th Stage Valve High Pressure Drain ¼” White Water Supply Solenoid Valve Pump Low Pressure Switch 2nd Stage 3rd Stage Pressure Tank 3.2 U.S.
Specifications: A. B. C. D. E. F. G. Input Voltage Daily Water Production Tank Size Temperature of Water Max. TDS RO Membrane Rejection Treatment Stages Tapping into AC120V - DC24V (VRO-5WP only) 50 GPD/189L 3.2 U.S. Gal/12.0L 5 - 45˚ Celsius 1000 ppm 92 - 99% 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 stage Cold Water Line: CAUTION: The water supply to your unit MUST be from the COLD WATER LINE. Hot water will severely damage your RO System.
Installation of Product Water Faucet: Drilling the Faucet Hole The drinking water faucet should be positioned with function, convenience and appearance in mind. An adequate flat area is required to allow faucet to rest securely. Check the underside of the location for interference. Most sinks have a pre-drilled 11/2” or 13/8” diameter holes designed for spray hoses. The drinking water faucet may be installed using one of these holes, despite their larger size.
Installation of Product Water Faucet: To Bypass the Air Gap Faucet A 3/8” to 1/4” quick connect fitting is supplied if you want to by pass the air gap connection on the faucet. In this case the 1/4” black drain tubing connects to one end of the quick connect and the 3/8” black tubing connects to the other end of the quick connect. The 3/8” line then goes to the saddle drain clamp connection. Some provinces/states have a requirement for connection of drain line to air gap faucet.
Installation of Saddle Drain Clamp: Step 1 Attach the drain clamp to the vertical section of the drain pipe, about 6 inches above the trap. Make sure the opening on the drain clamp is facing towards the drinking water faucet. Step 2 Using the fittings hole of the drain clamp as a guide, drill a ¼” hole through one side of the drainpipe. Step 3 Remove the drain clamp from the drainpipe and enlarge the hole with a ½” drill bit. Use a file to remove rough edges from the drilled hole.
Installing the Filter Cartridges and Filter Housing Bowl Model VRO-3 onto Unit: RO Membrane Filter Housing Step 1 Insert a Carbon Block Filter into the 1st filter housing bowl which is the one on the water inlet side (white tubing) of the RO system and install housing bowl onto the housing head by screwing in the clock wise direction. Tighten using the wrench supplied.
Mounting Step 1 Step 2 the RO Unit Under the Sink: Locate the RO unit on the back or right wall under the sink. Make sure to allow ample space for the installation and plumbing connections. To change the filter cartridges, a minimum of 4 ” of clearance is required underneath the filter housings. A minimum of 4 inches of clearance from the left bracket mounting screw hole. Install mounting screws at least 17 1/8” inches from cabinet floor.
Connecting the Tubing: CAUTION: Before cutting the supplied tubing measure the distance between the components. All tubing is colour coded for ease of installation. All connection points are colour coded with a tab block: white, yellow, blue and black.
Icemaker Hook-Up (optional): Install 1/4” polypropylene plastic tubing if your refrigerator is within 25 ft. of your RO unit. Do not use copper tubing since an objectionable taste can result in the ice cubes. If the refrigerator is over 25 ft from the RO Unit it is recommended to use 3/8” tubing. Install a tee in the blue tubing between the final post filter and the faucet.
6 Month System Maintenance: Depending on which model was purchased the chart below will assist with placement of filter cartridges.
Step 3 Insert a 5 micron Carbon Block filter (white end cap and plastic netting) into 3rd filter bowl and re-install housings. Continue to Step 6. Step 6 Turn water supply on by turning the needle valve on the slip joint counter clockwise. Step 7 Open the RO faucet and leave open until water begins to trickle out (it will come out very slowly). Allow to drip for 5 minutes Step 8 Close the RO faucet. Step 9 Open valve on the storage tank.
For Model VRO-5 and VRO-5WP: Step 1 Remove filter housings at stages 1, 2, and 3 and empty the water. Step 2 Insert a 5 micron Sediment filter (cloth like appearance) into the 1st filter housing which is the one on the water inlet side (white tubing) of the RO system and re-install housings. Step 3 Insert a new 5 micron Carbon Block filter into 2nd filter bowl and re-install housings.
Inline Post Carbon Filter Replacement (VRO-4, VRO-5 & VRO-5WP only) The inline post carbon filter has a life expectancy between 6 to 12 months. The inline post carbon filter is an effective filter in removing any post odor and taste. Step 1 Turn off the incoming water supply to the RO by turning the needle valve on the slip joint connection clockwise until it stops. Step 2 Close the tank valve on top of the holding tank. Step 3 Open the RO faucet for 10 seconds.
Check Air Pressure in the Tank: Important: Check air pressure only when the tank is empty of water! Check air pressure in the storage tank when you notice a decrease in available water from the RO system. Air can be added with a bicycle pump using the valve that is located on the bottom of the tank cover by a black cap. Step 1 Turn off the incoming water supply to the RO by turning the needle valve counter clockwise until it stops.
Drinking Water Contaminants and Treatment: The RO membrane conforms to NSF/ANSI Standard 58 for component material safety and may reduce the following substances listed below. The Vitapur® RO systems use a TFC-Thin Film composite membrane.
Limited Warranty: DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE: Please contact Customer Service at: 1-866-253-0447 or support@greenwayhp.com Greenway Home Products warrants its Vitapur® Reverse Osmosis system to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use within the operating parameters listed below in the tables.
