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INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Please read carefully before proceeding with installation. Your failure to follow any attached instructions
or operating parameters may lead to the products failure and possible damage to property.
System Tested and certifi ed by NSF International against ANSI/NSF
Standard 58 for the reduction of claims specifi ed on the performance
data sheet.
Refer to enclosed warranty for operating parameters to ensure proper use with your water supply.
Flowmatic Systems Inc.
Phone: 352-465-2000
Manual #: 199365
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MODEL
FMRO5-M-MT, FMRO5-M-PT
1161 SW 147 Court
www.fl owmatic.com
Warning
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Dunnellon, FL 34432
Fax: 352-465-4898
Manual Edition: 3/3/05
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- Page 1 Save manual for future reference MODEL FMRO5-M-MT, FMRO5-M-PT System Tested and certifi ed by NSF International against ANSI/NSF Standard 58 for the reduction of claims specifi ed on the performance data sheet.
- Page 2 Thank you for your purchase of a state of the art Reverse Osmosis (RO) water treatment system. Water quality concerns are quickly becoming more of a focus for the public. Lately you may have heard about contaminants in the drinking water, such as arsenic, chromium, cryptosporidium or Giardia.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Operational Parameters ........................4 Contents of Reverse Osmosis System ....................4 Tools Recommended For Installation ....................4 Drill a Hole for the Faucet in a Porcelain Sink ..................5 Punch a Hole for the Faucet in a Stainless Steel Sink ................5 Faucet Installation .......................... -
Page 4: Operational Parameters
Operational Parameters Operating Temperatures: Maximum 100°F (37.8°C) Minimum 40°F (4.4°C) Operating Pressure: Maximum 85 psi(5.95 kg/cm2) Minimum 40 psi (2.80 kg/cm2) Parameters: Maximum 11 Minimum 3 Iron: Maximum 0.2 ppm TDS (Total Dissolved Solids): < 1800 ppm Turbidity: < 5NTU Hardness: Recommended hardness should not exceed 10 grains per gallon, or 170 ppm. -
Page 5: Drill A Hole For The Faucet In A Porcelain Sink
3/4” hole will be required. Porcelain sink surface material is extremely hard and can crack or chip quite easily. Use extreme caution when drilling. Flowmatic accepts no responsibility for consequential dam- age resulting from the installation of faucet. -
Page 6: Faucet Installation
Faucet Installation Step 6 Remove the Brass Nut, Washer, Spacer and Slotted Washer from Faucet. 1 faucet base with tubing attached 1 small washer 1 brass nut 1 White plastic spacer 1 Slotted washer Step 7 Slide tubes through the opening for the faucet until faucet base is resting on top of sink. -
Page 7: Adapta Valve Installation
Adapta Valve Installation Confi guration for 3/8” Confi guration for 1/2” compression fi ttings compression fi ttings Cold Supply Supply Step 11 Turn off cold water supply to the kitchen faucet by turning the angle stop valve clockwise. Step 12 Attach adapta valve as illustrated in the three photos above, choosing the confi... -
Page 8: Drain Saddle Installation
Drain Saddle Installation Drain Saddle fi ts standard 1 ¼” – 1 ½” drain pipes Step 14 Gather the pieces of the drain saddle found in parts bag. 1 Black compression nut 1 Semi-circle bracket with fi tting 2 Screws 1 Foam washer (Fig.A) (Fig.A) -
Page 9: Green Tube Connection
Green Tube Connection Measure the green tube coming from the port marked TAP on the Reverse Osmosis Step 20 Module over to the adapta valve attached to the Angle Stop Valve. Leaving a gentle curve in the tubing so the tube does not kink. Cut to desired length using a sharp knife. Remove a brass nut, plastic delrin sleeve and brass insert from Step 21 Step 21... -
Page 10: 3/8" Black Tube Connection
3/8” Black Tube Connection from faucet Note: The tubing must be as SHORT and STRAIGHT as possible to the drain saddle, making a downward slope from module to drain saddle to allow for proper drainage. Step 25 Measure the black tube from faucet to the black drain saddle and make a straight cut through tube. -
Page 11: Red Tube Connection
Connect the Red Tube from Faucet to RO Module Insert the red 1/4” tube from the faucet into the port on the Step 27 module marked DRAIN. Make sure the tube is pushed in all the way to the tube stop. Final Filter Installation Step 28 The Final Filter and 2 plastic connectors are in the parts... -
Page 12: Start Up Instructions
Start up Instructions Step 1 Turn on the incoming cold water at the angle stop valve. Open the needle valve on the brass Adapta Valve by turning counter clockwise. Check the system for leaks and tighten any fi tting as necessary. (Check frequently over the next 24 hours to ensure no leaks are present). -
Page 13: Month System Maintenance
6 Month System Maintenance √ One 10” sediment fi lter (part no. 104017) √ Bucket to catch water from fi lter housings. √ Two 10” carbon fi lters (part no. 101009) Step 1 Turn off incoming water supply to the RO by turning the needle valve on the adapta valve clockwise. -
Page 14: Annual Maintenance
Annual Maintenance Perform 6 month system maintenance. (previous section) Step 1 Note: Be sure water is turned off before going to step 2. Step 2 The Final Filter (should be replaced annually. Remove white nuts at both ends of the fi lter to replace the old fi... -
Page 15: Changing Flow Restrictor Changing Flow Restrictor
Step 3 Pull fi rmly on the membrane to remove from the housing and discard. Unwrap new membrane and lubricate the o-rings with water Step 4 soluble lubrication such as KY Jelly ® before inserting into housing. Insert end with the two black O-rings into the cap. Twist the membrane as you push fi... -
Page 16: Checking Air Pressure In The Tank
Checking Air Pressure in the Tank Model # FMR05-M-MT Check air pressure when tank is empty. Note: Use a digital air gauge to check the air pressure in the tank. You Step 1 should always have between 5 -7 psi on an empty tank. If you have more than 7 psi release air and recheck. -
Page 17: Trouble Shooting
TROUBLE SHOOTING Problem Cause Solution 1. Low/Slow Production Low Water Pressure Assure a minimum of 40 psi incoming water pressure. Premier sells a booster pump if home water pressure is low. Maker sure water supply is turned on and Adapta Valve is all the way open Crimps in tubing Check tubing and straighten or replace as necessary. -
Page 18: Performance Data Sheet
N and is certifi ed for nitrate/nitrite reduction only for water supplies with a pressure of 280 kPa (40 psig) or greater. If your water supply is under 40 psi, Flowmatic recommends the use of a RO booster pump for proper operation. -
Page 19: Arsenic Fact Sheet
Arsenic Fact Sheet Arsenic (As) is a naturally occurring contaminant found in many ground waters. Arsenic in water has no color, taste or odor. It must be measured by an arsenic test kit or lab test. Public water utilities must have their water tested for arsenic. You can obtain the results from your water utility contained with in your consumer confi... -
Page 20: Manifold Drawing
Parts List ITEM PART NU DESCRIPTION 100017 GAC-IL-10-1-4 F 101009 CARBON BLOCK-10 INCH-5M-CTG-WATTS 104017 SED-SPUN-10 INCH-5M-CTG 110015 MEM-TFM-50 GPD-MANIFOLD 113018 BOWL-MANIFOLD 113035 Membrane Vessel - Manifold 113041 O-RING-BOWL-MANIFOLD-341 113045 O-RING-VESSEL-MANIFOLD-233 116063 Faucet-AG-CHR-3-8-With ADPT 119007 TANK-PRESS-3 GAL WHITE 119009 Tank-Pres-Plastic-3 Gal-White 125017 CON-PL-1-4CX1-4M 131002... -
Page 21: Service Record
Service Record Serial No. _____________________ Date of Purchase:__________ Date of Install:___________ Installed by:__________________ 2 nd stage 3rd stage Final Filter 1st stage Date Carbon Carbon Carbon Membrane Sediment (6 months) (6 months) (1 year) (2-5 years) (6 months) NOTES: Page 21... -
Page 22: Warranty
In the event of such defects within the warranty period, Flowmatic will, at its option, replace or recondition the product without charge. This warranty does not cover system installation (which is not performed by the manufacturer) or return freight to the factory for inspection.