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WR2
Residential Water Filtration System
INSTALLATION AND OWNER'S MANUAL
For all WR2 series residential filter systems
THIS MANUAL IS TO BE LEFT WITH THE OWNER OF THE EQUIPMENT FOR
REFERENCE PURPOSES AND TECHNICAL GUIDANCE.
IT IS STRONGLY
RECOMMENDED THAT QUALIFIED DEALER SERVICE PERSONNEL BE CONTACTED
IN THE EVENT OF AN UNKNOWN INTERRUPTION OF SERVICE OR APPARENT
PRODUCT
MALFUNCTION.
AN
ANNUAL
PREVENTATIVE
MAINTENANCE
INSPECTION BY A WATER PROFESSIONAL IS RECOMMENDED TO ENSURE
TROUBLE-FREE AND CONTINUOUS OPERATION.
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- Page 1 Residential Water Filtration System INSTALLATION AND OWNER’S MANUAL For all WR2 series residential filter systems THIS MANUAL IS TO BE LEFT WITH THE OWNER OF THE EQUIPMENT FOR REFERENCE PURPOSES AND TECHNICAL GUIDANCE. IT IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED THAT QUALIFIED DEALER SERVICE PERSONNEL BE CONTACTED...
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Page 2: Section 1. Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How does the WR2 system work? WR2 systems use 2 stages of treatment to produce your drinking water. The raw tap water first flows through a 5-micron particle filter to remove dirt, rust and other sediment. The second stage is a carbon filter that is used to reduce chlorine, many chemicals and remaining traces of taste and odour from the plumbing system. -
Page 3: Section 2. Unpacking And Installation
Q: Can the WR2 filter system be connected to an extra faucet? Yes. Many installations will include an optional ¼” line to refrigerator icemakers or additional sink faucets. - Page 4 Step 1. Selecting the System Location 1. This filter system is designed for installation under a sink. It can however, be mounted anywhere within 20 feet of the faucet, such as the basement or adjoining utility room. Keep in mind that filter housings will need periodic replacement and that easy access must be maintained.
- Page 5 Tighten, reseat or reinstall if necessary. Step 4. Install the Sink Faucet Installation (Quick Faucets are standard equipment with Waterite WR2 filter Quick Faucet systems. Dealers may substitute standard faucets in your kit – see Step 4B below for standard- mount faucet installation instructions.)
- Page 6 Faucet base mounting screws Faucet shank Faucet base Locking set screw Quick Faucet mounting base Faucet supply tube Figure 2. B. Standard Faucet Installation (At the request of your dealer, a standard-mount faucet may have been included in your RO system, instead of the top-mount Quick Faucet. In this case, use the directions below.) Tools required for this step: An electric drill, a 5/8”...
- Page 7 11. The sink faucet may now be assembled to the sink or countertop using the assembly procedure shown in Figure 2. Your faucet may have the poly tube factory pre-attached. If so, do not connect the tube to anything at this time. If the tube is not pre-attached, do not attach the poly tube to faucet at this time.
- Page 8 Step 8. Connect the System Tubing Making and securing a push on connection is simple. First, the tubing should be cut square and burrs rough edges removed. Insert the tube firmly and push until the tube end contacts the stop. Gently tug the tube backwards to assure a secure connection.
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Page 9: Section 3: Operation And Maintenance
Section 3: Operation and Maintenance Operation of your filter system is simple and easy. Be sure to follow the cartridge replacement schedule to ensure peak performance. Changing Filter Cartridges and Sani-Purge Procedure The filter cartridges should be changed, as a rule of thumb, every three months. It is critical that this be done, to ensure that your drinking water remains fresh. -
Page 10: Section 4: Troubleshooting Guide
Section 4: Troubleshooting Guide Trouble Shooting Guide Possible Cause Solution Low Water or No Water Water supply valve closed or tank valve closed. Open valves Crimped poly tube Repair or replace tube Filters or membranes plugged Replace filters Combo filter(s) upside down Install with rubber gasket up Tubes installed to wrong fitting... - Page 11 RESIDENTIAL FILTER SYSTEM FLOW LAYOUT...
- Page 12 As additional protection for the RO from over-pressure and water hammer, your kit has been equipped with a combination water pressure reducer and water hammer arresting device, Waterite p/n REGP1414E. This device is installed on the cold water inlet tube that feeds the RO system. See figure 2.
- Page 13 1.0 Install the REGP1414E device 1.1 Turn off the water supply to the cold water supply adapter. 1.2 Using a sharp knife or tube cutter, cut the ¼” tube between the Leak Stop device and the cold water inlet to the RO system. Make sure the cut is straight and without burrs. 1.3 Insert the tube from the cold water supply adapter into the inlet of the REGP1414E device.
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Page 14: Installation Instructions
ADDENDUM 2 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR LEAK STOP FLOW INTERRUPTOR Waterite now includes a non-electric leak detection device, with all residential RO systems. This LEAK STOP is easy to install and will automatically shut off the incoming water being supplied to the RO unit if any water comes in contact with it. - Page 15 (LEAK STOP refill tablet part number HDJMF0 REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT ONLINE AT WATERITE.COM OR FILL OUT THE INCLUDED PRE-PAID, SELF ADDRESSED POSTCARD.
- Page 16 WATERITE, INC. Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada www.waterite.com...
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