Installation and Service Manual – Under-the-Counter Point of Use 5 Stage Reverse Osmosis System
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Introduction
Please read this entire service guide prior to beginning installation.
The Applied Membranes reverse osmosis drinking water system has been designed for quick and simple
installation and maintenance. By carefully reading this instruction manual and following the operational
guidelines you will ensure a successful installation and reliable operation. Routine maintenance is essential to
the longevity and performance of the system. Filters should be changed every three to six months depending
on the quality of the feed water supply.
Conditions for Operation
Source Water Supply
Community/Private
Non-Chlorinated – or chlorinated as long
as the carbon filter is in place and replaced
every 6 months. Membranes will be
damaged by chlorine.
System Pressure
40 psi minimum -100 psi maximum
Temperature
4º-38º C (40º-100º F)
Maximum Supply TDS Level
1500 ppm (mg/L)
Turbidity
<1.0 Net Turbidity (NTU)
Chemical Parameters
Hardness (CaCO3)
<175 mg/L (<10 gpg)
Iron (Fe)
<0.1 mg/L
Manganese (Mn)
<0.05 mg/L
Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S)
0.00 mg/L
Chlorine (CL2)
0.00 mg/L
Warnings
Only use this system on potable water supplies. Do not use this system where the
water is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality.
Never use hot water or allow the unit to freeze.
Incorrect installation or operation will void the warranty.
