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Specifications and Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Performance Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8
Arsenic Facts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
USING THE REVERSE
Tools and Materials Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Before Beginning Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Plan the Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Feed Water Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Drain Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Storage Tank and Faucet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Faucet Electronics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Connect Tubes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Sanitize the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Test and Purge the System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Cartridge Life and Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Change Faucet Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Drain Flow Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
NSF International against NSF/ANSI
Write the model and serial numbers here:
Model # ___________________________
Serial # ___________________________
You can find them on the bracket.
GE is a trademark of the General Electric Company. Manufactured under trademark license.
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System tested and certified by
Standards 42 and 58 for the
reduction of claims as specified in
the performance data sheet,
and NSF/ANSI/CAN 372
System certified by IAPMO R&T
against NSF/ ANSI Standards
42, 53, 58, 401, P473 & P231 for
the reduction of claims as specified
in the performance data sheet.
OWNER'S MANUAL
& INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
GXRV40TBN
ENGLISH
7392741 draft 4 7-11-22

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Write the model and serial numbers here: Model # ___________________________ Serial # ___________________________ You can find them on the bracket. GE is a trademark of the General Electric Company. Manufactured under trademark license. 7392741 draft 4 7-11-22...
  • Page 2 THANK YOU FOR MAKING GE APPLIANCES A PART OF YOUR HOME. Whether you grew up with GE Appliances, or this is your first, we’re happy to have you in the family. We take pride in the craftsmanship, innovation and design that goes into every GE Appliances product, and we think you will too.

  • Page 3: Safety Information

    Intended use: The GE Appliances Reverse Osmosis system is intended for use in filtering potable water in Residential applications, and has not been evaluated for other uses. The system is typically installed at the point of use, and must be installed as specified in the installation instructions.
  • Page 4 • However, additional materials will be required. See parts list to obtain additional materials from GE Appliances. • Locating the tank on a basement floor, with the faucet at a first floor sink may result in some loss of flow rate and capacity (approximately 20%).

  • Page 5: Specifications

    Reverse Osmosis System Model GXRV40TBN Supply water pressure limits ..........40-100 psi (280-689 kPa) Supply water temperature limits .

  • Page 6: Performance Data

    Specifications Performance Data for Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration System GXRV40TBN Replacement Operating Operating Temp - Recovery Efficiency Daily Production Model Elements Pressure Range erature Range Rating Rating Rate (DPR) FQ18MN, 40 -100 PSI 40 - 100 °F 14.76 gal./day GXRV40TBN FQ18PN, 21.18%...
  • Page 7 Specifications Influent Challenge Maximum Permissible Overall % Results NSF/ANSI Standard 401 Concentration Concentration Reduction Atenolol 200 ng/L ±20% 60 ng/L 94.2% Pass Bisphenol A 2,000 ng/L ±20% 300 ng/L 96.3% Pass Carbamazepine 1,400 ng/L ±20% 200 ng/L 98.9% Pass DEET 1,400 ng/L ±20% 200 ng/L 95.4%...
  • Page 8 Specifications VOCs (by surrogate testing using Maximum Permissible Effluent/ Effluent/ Percent chloroform) Concentration Unfiltered Filtered Reduction Haloketones (HK) 1,1-dichloro-2-propanone 7.2 μg/L 0.1 μg/L 1,1,1-trichloro-2-propanone 8.2 μg/L 0.3 μg/L Heptachlor 0.4 μg/L 25 μg/L 0.01 μg/L >99% Heptachlor Epoxide 0.2 μg/L 10.7 μg/L 0.2 μg/L Hexachlorobutadiene...

  • Page 9: Arsenic Facts

    Specifications This system has been tested for the treatment of water containing pentavalent arsenic [also known as As (V), As (+5), or arsenate] at concentrations of 0.30 mg/L or less. This system reduces pentavalent arsenic, but may not reduce other forms of arsenic.

  • Page 10: Osmosis System

    Using the Reverse Osmosis System How the Reverse Osmosis System Works Reverse Osmosis reduces Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) and organic matter from water by diffusing it through a special membrane. The membrane separates minerals and impurities from the water and they are flushed to the drain.
  • Page 11 Using the Reverse Osmosis System PRODUCT WATER FAUCET Air Gap PRODUCT WATER BLUE Gravity Drain DRAIN WATER REMINERALIZATION/ ANTIMICROBIAL Drain Flow AUTOMATIC Check FILTER Control SHUTOFF Valve WATER GREEN BLUE PRODUCT PREFILTER POSTFILTER WATER STORAGE TANK MEMBRANE YELLOW Reverse Osmosis Water Flow Schematic Water Flow Description 1.

  • Page 12: Installation Instructions

    Instructions Reverse Osmosis Filtration System Model GXRV40TBN Questions? Call 800.952.5039 (US) or visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com/ge/service-and-support/contact.htm Read entire manual. Failure to follow all guides and rules could cause WARNING personal injury or property damage. ■ Check with your state and/or local public works department for plumbing codes. You must follow their guides as you install the Reverse Osmosis system.

  • Page 13: Before Beginning Installation

    Installation Instructions THINGS TO CHECK BEFORE BEGINNING INSTALLATION FEED WATER RO FAUCET The water supply to the Reverse Osmosis system The RO product water faucet installs on the sink or must have the qualities listed in the specifications. on the countertop next to the sink. It may be Municipal water supplies most often will have installed in an existing sink spray attachment hole, these qualities.

  • Page 14: Plan The Installation

    Installation Instructions PLAN THE INSTALLATION The Reverse Osmosis System can be installed under a sink or in a remote location. Typical remote sites are a laundry room or utility room. Review the location options below and determine where to install the system. UNDER THE SINK LOCATION Drain Adapter Reverse...

  • Page 15: Feed Water Supply

    Installation Instructions FEED WATER SUPPLY Check and comply with local plumbing codes as you plan, then install a cold water supply fitting. A. PREFERRED INSTALLATION B. OPTIONAL INSTALLATION A typical connection using the included water A typical connection using a compression type supply fitting is shown in the illustration below.

  • Page 16: Drain Adapter

    Installation Instructions REVERSE OSMOSIS DRAIN ADAPTER (for under sink installation) INTRODUCTION INSTALL DRAIN ADAPTER (Cont.) A suitable drain point is needed for the drain water from the Reverse Osmosis system. Options are: Faucet • Install the included Drain Adapter As shown below, install the included drain adapter onto the sink’s drain pipe above the P- trap.
  • Page 17 Installation Instructions ALTERNATIVE DRAIN INSTALLATION (for a remote location) Outside Faucet BLUE Tubing (Hard Water) Outside Faucet to R.O. (Hard Water) Faucet Soft, Cold Water Remineralizer/ Antimicrobial Filter Soft, Hot Water Soft Water - Shutoff GREEN Tubing Valve to R.O.System Reverse Osmosis System Reverse Osmosis...

  • Page 18: Storage Tank And Faucet

    Installation Instructions STORAGE TANK AND FAUCET STORAGE TANK INSTALLATION INSTALL THE FAUCET (Cont.) 1. Apply thread sealing tape (2 wraps clockwise) to 1. If drilling is needed, drill a 1-3/8" diameter hole the threads on the nipple at the top of the tank. in the mounting surface.

  • Page 19: Faucet Electronics

    Installation Instructions FAUCET ELECTRONICS FAUCET ELECTRONIC TIMER POWER UP THE FAUCET TIMER Inside the faucet handle is a battery operated 6 1. On the faucet handle, locate the battery cover. month timer. On a new Reverse Osmosis system, There should be a thin plastic strip that sticks the product water faucet is shipped with a battery out from the battery cover.

  • Page 20: Connect Tubes

    Installation Instructions HOW TO CONNECT TUBES The Reverse Osmosis system includes push-in 2. If additional tubing is required, see parts list at fittings for quick tubing connection. Review the the end of this manual. following instructions before connecting the tubes Collet O-Ring in the next step.
  • Page 21 Installation Instructions MAKE TUBING CONNECTIONS (Cont.) RO Product Water Faucet 3/8” Blue Tubes 3/8” Black Drain Tube Adapter Water Supply Fitting 1/4” Green INLET Tube HOT COLD Sink Tank P–Trap Connector Remineralization/ Antimicrobial Filter 1/4” Red Tube OUTLET 3/8” Yellow Tube Red Collet Green Collet...

  • Page 22: Sanitize The System

    4. Add 3 ml. of bleach into open end of yellow Osmosis system. tube. Handle bleach according to bleach manufacturer’s recommendations. To order, call toll-free GE Appliances Parts and 5. Connect yellow tube to tank connector. Services at 800.952.5039 (US). 6. Sanitizing the system will be completed during the pressure test and purging steps on the following page.

  • Page 23: Test And Purge The System

    Installation Instructions TEST AND PURGE THE SYSTEM PRESSURE TEST THE SYSTEM PURGE THE SYSTEM NOTE: Complete the sanitizing procedure on the To purge the system, complete the following steps. preceding page before pressure testing. 1. Open the Reverse Osmosis faucet and let water To pressure test the system, complete the flow through the system for a 24 hour period.

  • Page 24: Care And Cleaning

    Reverse Osmosis cartridge when page for instructions. To obtain replacement filters, call toll-free GE Appliances Parts and Services at 800.952.5039 (US), or visit the store where you purchased your reverse osmosis system. Prefilter / Postfilter Cartridge Replacement FQ18PN...

  • Page 25: Change Faucet Battery

    Care and Cleaning CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT (Cont.) Manifold Prefilter Cartridge Cartridge Turn filter cartridges counterclockwise to remove from manifold Turn filter cartridges clockwise to attach to manifold Postfilter Cartridge CHANGE FAUCET BATTERY WARNING Chemical Burn Hazard: ■ Keep batteries away from children. This product contains a lithium button cell battery. If a new or used lithium button cell battery is swallowed or enters the body, it can cause severe internal burns and can lead to death in as little as 2 hours.

  • Page 26: Drain Flow Control

    Care and Cleaning THE WATER TEST KIT To obtain an independent laboratory water test kit, please call Legend Technical Services at 1.800.949.8220 and leave your contact details. They will contact you to find out what water tests you are interested in, and inform you of the cost of the testing.

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting Tips

    This reduce the pressure below 80 psi. may be associated with high pressure water supply, generally 80 psi or greater. If you are still having trouble, please visit www.GEAppliances.com/ge/service-and-support/contact.htm or call us at 800.952.5039 (US).

  • Page 28: Parts List

    Parts List GXRV40TBN...
  • Page 29 Parts Catalog GXRV40TBN REF. GE APPLIANCES PART NO. PART DESCRIPTION QUANTITY 0001 WS19X21938 CABINET ASSEMBLY, LEFT HALF, RIGHT HALF, AND DRIP TRAY 0002 FQ18PN PRE AND POST FILTER CARTRIDGE SET, INCLUDING BATTERY (NOT SHOWN) 0003 FQ18MN RO CARTRIDGE 0004 WS19X21937 MANIFOLD ASSEMBLY (INCLUDES REF.

  • Page 30: Warranty

    USA. If the product is located in an area where service by a GE Appliances Authorized Servicer is not available, you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Appliances Service location for service.
  • Page 31 All sales in Iowa require the following signature before consummation of sale. These signatures must be retained by seller/renter for 2 years minimum. Buyer/Renter __________________________________________________________ Date _________________ Seller ________________________________________________________________ Date _________________ Seller’s Address _______________________________________________________________________________ Seller’s Phone No. _____________________________________________________________________________ Product: GE Appliances Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration System: Models GXRV40TBN...

  • Page 32: Consumer Support

    Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day, any day of the year! You can also shop for more great GE Appliances products and take advantage of all our on-line support services designed for your convenience.

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