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GT1-70DI | Portable Aquarium RO System 

Contents 

WARNING:

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I. Before You Begin

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II. Important Note:

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Reverse Osmosis Filtration

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I. Overview

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II. Feed Water Conditions

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Installing Inlet Fitting

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I. Kitchen Diverter Valve

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II. ¾” Garden Tap Adaptor

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III. Washing Machine Block Adaptor

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IV. Connecting Tubing Using Compression Fittings

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System Installation/Start-Up

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I. Pre-Flushing

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II. Tubing Connections

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III. Initial Start-Up

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IV. Using the System

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V. After Use & Storage

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VI. Long Periods of no use

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Maintenance

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I. Sanitation

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II. Replacement Parts

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III. Replacement Filters

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IV. Testing Filters

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Troubleshooting

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Replacement Filters & Parts

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Diagrams

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Summary of Contents for GT1-70DI

Page 1: ...rden Tap Adaptor 3 III Washing Machine Block Adaptor 3 IV Connecting Tubing Using Compression Fittings 4 System Installation Start Up 4 I Pre Flushing 4 II Tubing Connections 4 III Initial Start Up 4 IV Using the System 5 V After Use Storage 5 VI Long Periods of no use 5 Maintenance 5 I Sanitation 5 II Replacement Parts 5 III Replacement Filters 5 IV Testing Filters 5 Troubleshooting 6 Replacement...

Page 2: ...an do an initial flush of the pre filters to prevent fouling the membrane with carbon fines When first flushing the unit remember that this tubing is disconnected and should be aimed into a sink bucket during the flushing process When flushing is finished re connect the tubing to the inlet of the membrane housing Screw Cap End Reverse Osmosis Filtration I Overview The Reverse Osmosis Membrane is t...

Page 3: ...e is designed to replace your existing aerator so should be left installed permanently Below is an example graphic The tubing is usually supplied connected to the valve but there are instructions below showing this process if required II Garden Tap Adaptor The garden tap adaptor is simple just screw it onto an outdoor tap thread III Washing Machine Block Adaptor Similar principle to the Kitchen Di...

Page 4: ...filter during the initial start up process This will ensure that the flush water from the new membrane does not load the DI filter with high TDS while it is flushing II Tubing Connections Following the above flushing process check your systems fittings and tubing to ensure everything looks sound there are no kinks damaged fittings or tubing that is not plugged in Connect the inlet filter to the in...

Page 5: ...e tubing and fittings should be periodically replaced to ensure the system remains clean and functional There is no set time frame for these items to be replaced rather you can monitor them ongoing and if they appear to be at their end of life change them As a general guideline Tubing inlet outlet and drain should be replaced every 2 years Fittings should be replaced every 3 years due to wear and ...

Page 6: ...ng If there are no obvious signs of damage apply white plumbers tape Use 6 rounds for 1 8 fittings membrane housing fittings and 8 rounds for all other fittings Water Is Leaking from My Diverter Valve 1 Damaged Missing Washer 2 Not Tight Enough 3 Thread is too Short 1 Check the diverter valve to see if the washer is inside if it is damaged it may need replacing this is a common size washer and can...

Page 7: ...ox 1 1 1 1 5 waste water ratio at 70 psi If your pressure is lower than 70 psi the production rate may decrease and cause more drain water than filtered water 2 If your inlet water quality is poor and contains higher salts and hardness the filter may produce lest water than the specified amount 3 If you have good pressure and average water quality it is possible there is a small blockage somewhere...

Page 8: ...water for 15 minutes and test to make sure there is no issues Replacement Filters Parts Filter Cartridges GT6 21S Inline Activated Carbon Filter Pre Filter 6 Months GT5 12S 350 Refill bag of DI Resin As Required GT13 59 ALP 50GPD Reverse Osmosis Membrane 1 4 years Fittings TDS Testing Required GT10 22LS Male x Tube Fitting GT10 23LS Male Elbow x Tube Fitting GT10 2LS 1 8 Male x Tube Fitting GT10 1...

Page 9: ... A plumber is not legally required for this type of installation unless a new tap or water outlet is required The system is compliant to WaterMark AS NZS 3497 and therefore is compliant with permanent installation however the units are not designed to operate that way Filter systems must be maintained as per FSA recommendations including the use of replacement filters fittings and components suppl...

Page 10: ...is extended warranty covers the below parts of the system GT8 31 Reverse Osmosis Housing GT8 0S Twin O ring White Housing GT1 39 Models Only GT8 38S Twin O ring Clear Housing GT1 39 Models Only The following components are also eligible for an extended 12 month warranty commencing no later than 12 months from sale date to provide a total warranty of 2 years This extended warranty covers the below ...

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