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CONNECTION POINTS For installation videos go to youtube.com/expresswatervideo (See page 16 for more information.) A to B Connect the RED Tubing to the Feed Water Adapter Valve (A), then to the connection marked as “IN” on the Leak Stop Valve (B). C to D Connect the WHITE Tubing to the connection marked as “OUT”...
How to Sanitize your RO System P. 17 Filter Change Instructions P. 18-19 P. 19 Restarting The System FAQs P. 20 Troubleshooting P. 21 Express Water Upgrades & Accessories P. 22 P. 23 Warranty Replacement Filters / Replacements Table P. 24...
5-38°C Express Water RO5DX and RO10DX have been tested according to NSF/ANSI 58 for reduction of the substances listed below. The concentration of the indicated substances in water entering the system was reduced to a concentration less than or equal to the permissible limit for water leaving the system, as specified in NSF/ANSI 58.
Your new Reverse Osmosis Water System should include the following items. If any item is missing please contact • Phillips-Head Screwdriver • Teflon Tape Express Water. Please take a few moments to check all • Adjustable Wrench • Box Cutter the following components: Color Coded Tube ¼”...
TUBING QUICK CONNECT GUIDE Plug Locking Collet Clip Fitting Make sure to remove any plugs NOTE! before attempting to insert tubing. The tubing in your RO System uses a Quick Connect locking mechanism to lock the Color Coded Tubing in place. Be careful not to damage your tubing as you unpack it.
FEED WATER CAUTION! CAUTION! The water supply to the unit MUST be from the COLD ADAPTER VALVE WATER LINE. Using HOT WATER will severely damage your RO System. If your Cold Water Valve is too old or weak to connect to directly NOTE! Option A you can connect at the top of the line where the faucet connects Option B (if applicable, some sinks do not have this connection point).
RO FAUCET The RO Faucet may be installed on any flat surface. Check the underside of your install location for interference by making sure that drilling a hole will not damage any pipes or wiring underneath the counter top or sink. Check to be sure there is enough room for the Threaded Faucet Stem.
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COMPONENTS Under (Deluxe Only) (Deluxe Only) (Deluxe Only) (Modern Only) Rubber Washer Base Plate Rubber Washer Base Plate & Rubber (Small) (Large) Washer (Pre-Assembled) Plastic Washer Lock Washer Hex Nut Insert Sleeve Compression Nut Deluxe Modern RO Faucet RO Faucet Rubber Washer (Small) Base Plate &...
DRAIN SADDLE The Drain Saddle is used to the Foam Gasket (the foam connect the Black Drain Line to circle at the center of the Gasket the drain pipe under the sink, is disposable). Make sure to align the Foam Gasket hole with to allow the system to flush contaminants down the drain.
HOUSING ASSEMBLY Top Part Of The Unit Prepare Prefilters Leave the filters wrapped until Filter you need them. When installing be careful not to touch the filter portion with your hands. Housing Remove the plastic wrap from the O-Rings 3 Filter Housings and stand them upright.
GAUGE Not all RO Systems include a Pressure Gauge. If NOTE! NOTE! INSTALLATION your system does include a Gauge we will install it now. 1. Put the end of 2. Put the small the Pressure Gauge bottom end of into one of the top the Stem Tee arms of the Stem into the Male...
LEAK STOP Helps detect water leaks if coming from the RO System - if textile pad is activated by a VALVE leak, incoming water is shut off, preventing any additional water entering the system. 1. Position the RO System in the desired permanent location.
SYSTEM SYSTEM CONNECTIONS STARTUP You may have already completed some or all of these Do not send water through your NOTE! fridge until flushing is complete, carbon connections in previous steps. Make sure to remove any particles flushed during startup will clog plugs before installing Tubing.
SYSTEM These recommendations are intended for MAINTENANCE maximum efficiency of your RO System. Filter and RO Membrane Storage position, page 9) to open the water supply to the system (for UV Systems, plug the power cord back into the power outlet). •...
FILTER CHANGE This RO System contains Filters that must be replaced at regular intervals INSTRUCTIONS to maintain proper performance. Use only authentic Express Water filters. Prefilters (ACB, GAC, SED) RO Membrane Change about every 6 months Change about every 12 months 1.
Ultraviolet Alkaline Deionization Inline PAC Change about every 6-12 months Change about every 6 months Change about every 6 months Change about every 12 months Make sure you have Make sure you have Make sure you have Make sure you have NOTE! NOTE! NOTE!
Demand Delivery Pump. Contact Refrigerator Kit to do so. In some cases, your to release any extra carbon before the water Express Water and we’ll help you find your situation may require a separate tank or is safe to drink.
TROUBLESHOOTING Turn off the system before servicing or inspecting. NOTE! NOTE! PROBLEM POSSIBLE REASON SOLUTIONS 1. Milky colored water Air in system Air in the system is a normal occurrence with RO System startup. 2. Air bubbles in water This milky look will disappear during normal use within 1-2 weeks. 3.
UPGRADES & Add additional stages or features to your RO System. ACCESSORIES Visit expresswater.com for more information. Water Chiller Pressure Regulator Pressure Gauge PRTPR80Q PC2000 PRTG1402 If your water pressure is too high The easy to install compact Power A Quick Connect optimized 160 for the RO System, the Pressure Chiller allows you to have cold PSI Pressure Gauge for monitoring...
Be sure to have a copy of your purchase confirmation email or receipt. Our support will verify that the product and problem are under warranty and help you arrange to send your defective part back to Express Water with your receipt and contact information (name, address, phone number, email address).
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