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Installation & Instruction Manual

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REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEM REPLACEMENT FILTERS

4 stage filtration offers you 5 Stage quality with only 4 filters to replace! 

 

SEDIMENT

 

 

Replace Filter Every:

 

  

6 months - 1 year

Five Micron Sediment Prefilter reduces dirt, sand, silt, 
sediment, and rust. 

PRE-CARBON

  

Replace Filter Every:

    

6 months - 1 year

Five Micron Coconut Shell Carbon Block Prefilter  
reduces chloramines, chlorine taste, and odor.

MEMBRANE

  

Replace Filter Every:

 

  2 

years

50 Gallon Per Day  -  Semi permeable Reverse Osmosis 
Membrane for reduction of dissolved solids, including a 
wide range of toxic heavy metals like lead and Pentavalent 
arsenic, Giardia Lamblia, Cryptosporidium cysts, Barium, 
Cadmium, Copper, Hexavalent & Trivalent Chromium, 
Cyst, Fluoride, Nitrate/Nitrite, Radium 226/228, Selenium, 
TDS and Turbidity.

                                         

Patent Pending

POST-CARBON

  Replace Filter Every:

  

6 months - 1 year

Five Micron Coconut Shell Carbon Block Post/Polishing Filter 
works as a final stage filter for great tasting crystal clear water.

NOTE: The life of the filters and membrane depend on the quality of  

water supplied to the reverse osmosis system.

STAGE

1

STAGE

2

STAGE

3

STAGE

4

Replacement Filters

Summary of Contents for Hydro Guard HDGT-45

Page 1: ...Installation Instruction Manual Twist Reverse Osmosis Drinking Water System ...

Page 2: ... Hook Up 18 Troubleshooting 18 20 Liability Warranty 23 CAUTION WARNING EYE PROTECTION ELECTRICAL WARNING FRAGILE LEGEND WARNING READ ENTIRE MANUAL FAILURETO FOLLOW ALL GUIDES AND RULES COULD CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE Checkwithyourstateand orlocalpublicworksdepartmentforplumbingcodes YoumustfollowtheirguidesasyouinstalltheWaterFiltrationsystem NOTE Failuretocomplywiththeseinstallati...

Page 3: ...nk 6 LF EC23 Faucet with mounting hardware PARTS already pre installed to R O system 7 Connection Tubing 8 5 Micron Sediment Prefilter 9 5 Micron Carbon Block Prefilter 10 50 Gallon per day Membrane 11 5 Micron Carbon Block Post Filter 12 Inline Flow Restrictor 13 Fixed Elbow ACCESSORIES Included in installation packet 14 Feed Water Adapter 15 Tank ball valve 16 Drain saddle FLOWLOK USA Patent Num...

Page 4: ... severe damage to the system may result A pressure regulator MUST be installed on the feed water source which reduces the water pressure coming into the system WARNING Warranty voided and manufacturer assumes no responsibility for damage to system or property if pressure exceeds 80 PSI 5 Turbidity 5 NTU 6 pH 4 to 11 7 Recommended hardness NOT TO EXCEED 7 grains per gallon or 120 PPM If the hardnes...

Page 5: ...em may be mounted to the side of the sink cabinet or set on the floor of the sink cabinet near the facet tube to maximize flow rate SPECIFICATIONS FOR REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEM System Dimensions 3 75 w x 4 75 d x 12 75 h 349 mm x 121 mm x 318 mm System Weight 6 1 lbs 2 7 kg Tank Dimensions 11 3 d x 16 75 h 287 mm x 425 mm with valve Tank Capacity 1 9 3 2 gal 7 2 12 1L Depending on water pressure Tank...

Page 6: ...ce material of most sinks is extremely hard and brittle and can be easily chipped or cracked If you are uncomfortable performing the following procedure it is recommended that your local distributor or experienced plumber be consulted for techniques installation or other assistance The system s manufacturer accepts no responsibility for sink top damage resulting from system installation EXTREME CA...

Page 7: ...avings in sink or on the floor as they will oxidize and stain surfaces very quickly HELPFUL HINT If you notice any rust spots from dropped shavings you should be able to get rid of them by scrubbing them with a cleaning chemical 8 Coverthedrilledholewithyourfinger BE VERYCAREFULNOT TOCUT YOURSELFONSHARP EDGES Rinse sink then scrub with cleaner to prevent any rusting from shavings and to prepare fo...

Page 8: ...STOP ADAPTOR TURN OFF WATER FIRST Filter Tubing Blue Tube COLD WATER LINE 1 2 ANGLE STOP ADAPTOR 3 8 ANGLE STOP ADAPTOR 1 2 COMPRESSION NUT 1 2 THREAD 3 8 CONEXION 1 2 ANGLE STOP ADAPTOR ANGLE STOP VALVE 3 8 COMPRESSION NUT DIAGRAM D COLD WATER LINE TURN OFF WATER FIRST Filter Tubing Blue Tube 3 8 ANGLE STOP ADAPTOR TURN OFF WATER FIRST Filter Tubing Blue Tube COLD WATER LINE 1 2 ANGLE STOP ADAPTO...

Page 9: ...his type of valve Secure an adjustable wrench to the fitting on the cold water side of the sink faucet NOT THE R O Faucet Secure another adjustable wrench to the smooth corrugated riser line nut Gently undo the riser line from the sink faucet Do not be alarmed There will be water left in the line this is normal However if the flow does not stop you probably haven t shut the water off properly See ...

Page 10: ... pushes the valve lever up to the closed position to stop all water flow into the drinking water system NOTE The FLOWLOK will not shut off any water leak originating from the stop valve or any other connection which feeds water to it FLOWLOK is designed to shut off water which is going into the drinking water system Please note that you can order replacement textile discs through you local dealer ...

Page 11: ...ing plastic saddle or crushing drainpipe DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN Nuts Drain Pipe Drain Clamp Front plate Screw Screw Drain Tubing Black Tube Drain Clamp Black plate Drain Saddle Diagram DIAGRAM F 6 TANK PLACEMENT 1 Wrap 4 to 5 wraps of Teflon tape around the tank threads at the top of the tank 2 Hand tighten the plastic shut off ball valve to tank stem CAUTION Hand tighten the valve only DO NOT OVERTIG...

Page 12: ...om the wall enough to hang the reverse osmosis system safely 5 Mount the reverse osmosis system onto the screws 8 TUBING CONNECTIONS IMPORTANT Be very careful not to kink any of the tubing on the reverse osmosis system If tubing is kinked the tubing can rupture and leak CONNECTING THE SYSTEM BLUE TUBING From system faucet port This is from port labeled faucet 1 Connect the blue tubing to the fauce...

Page 13: ... and 7 if not already Pre installed 6 From the out let of the Shok Blok connect one side of the white tubing to the port marked In on the flow lok leak control valve 7 From the out port on the FLOWLOK leak detector connect the white tubing to the RO system marked In CONNECTING THE TANK BLUE TUBING From system tank port Slide a white 1 4 chrome nut over the blue tubing and insert the 1 4 nylon inse...

Page 14: ...efore connecting tubing again Scores on tubing can cause failure 3 INSPECT AND TEST Push and pull the tubing toward and away from the fitting to ensure that it has been installed properly Test and inspect the installation for any leaks 4 TUBE REMOVAL Relieve pressure from the tubing and fitting Push the collet flange against the fitting body while pulling the tubing away from the fitting to releas...

Page 15: ... into the system 10 FLUSHING THE R O SYSTEM 1 The tank will fill in approximately 4 5 hours 2 After the tank has filled open the faucet and drain all the water from the tank until it is empty 3 Within 2 3 hours after draining the first tank or water the water is ready for drinking CAUTION DO NOT USE FIRST TANK OF WATER FROM YOUR SYSTEM The membrane contains a food grade preservative to protect it ...

Page 16: ...e system Note Placeatowelorragunderthesystem toavoidwaterspills STEP 7 STEP 6 STEP 8 TURN WATER ON Turn On the water supply and tank valve Blue handle horizontal position DISCONNECT Remove blackTubing with Inline Flow Restritor and Fixed Elbow from Membrane Note SeeSection8onPage14forTubing connectionanddisconnectioninstructions STEP 2 STEP 5 REPLACE FILTER Insert and twist towards the left a new ...

Page 17: ...Semi permeable Reverse Osmosis Membrane for reduction of dissolved solids including a wide range of toxic heavy metals like lead and Pentavalent arsenic Giardia Lamblia Cryptosporidium cysts Barium Cadmium Copper Hexavalent Trivalent Chromium Cyst Fluoride Nitrate Nitrite Radium 226 228 Selenium TDS and Turbidity Patent Pending POST CARBON Replace Filter Every 6 months 1 year Five Micron Coconut S...

Page 18: ...der in Holding Tank is ruptured Replace Holding Tank Holding Tank valve is closed Open valve No water to drain Drain Flow Restrictor is clogged Replace Drain Flow Restrictor No water to drain Air Gap Faucet is clogged Clear or replace Air Gap Faucet Check Valve on RO Membrane Housing is stuck Replace Check Valve The Automatic Shut Off Valve is Malfunctioning Replace Automatic Shut Off Valve Replac...

Page 19: ...ank Valve is partially closed Open Valve The Faucet is out of adjustment or faulty Repair or replace Faucet Heavy water use Holding Tank is empty Allow Holding Tank to refill Low Water Production See previous section on Low Quantity of Water From Holding Tank TASTES AND ODORS IN PRODUCT WATER POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Carbon Post Filter is exhausted Replace Filter There is foreign matter in Holding ...

Page 20: ...nded If Membrane life is unusually short find and correct the problem Average life is 2 3 years Replace RO Membrane Product water and drain water lines are reversed Correct plumbing No water to drain Drain Flow Restrictor is clogged Replace Drain Flow Restrictor No water to drain Air Gap Faucet is clogged Clear or replace Air Gap Faucet The Automatic Shut Off Valve is not closing Repair or replace...

Page 21: ...Installation Instruction Manual 21 DATE SEDIMENT FILTER 6 months to 1 Year CARBON PRE FILTER 6 months to 1 Year MEMBRANE 2 Years CARBON POST FILTER 6 months to 1 Year SERVICE RECORD NOTES Service Record ...

Page 22: ...LL OUT FOR YOUR RECORDS Purchased from Name Phone Number Street Address City State Zip Code Country Email Address Purchase Date Model Purchase Installation Date Serial Product Installed by Check One Only Installed in Kitchen Guest House Bar Area Garage Basement Break room Other Registration Record ...

Page 23: ...tem is not subject to abuse misuse alteration neglect freezing misapplication neglect alteration water pressure spikes accident or negligence and provided further that the Reverse Osmosis Drinking Water System is not damaged as the result of any unusual force of nature such as but not limited to flood hurricane tornado or earthquake Warrantor is excused if failure to perform its Warranty obligatio...

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