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Section 7: Start-Up Procedure
With the sediment/carbon pre-filter cartridges installed, and all tubing and tank connections in place, your RO System is ready for
start-up! During start-up, it's crucial to thoroughly flush the system before the water is ready for consumption. Please follow these
steps closely to ensure a proper start-up:
1) Slowly open the feed water shut-off valve that you installed on the cold water supply line.
2) Check the system carefully for any initial leaks.
3) Open the water storage tank shut-off valve.
4) Open the dispenser faucet. The RO System should now begin making water.
5) Close the dispenser faucet as soon as water begins to flow and do not open again until the storage tank is full. Check the
system for leaks once again.
6) After the tank is full (you will hear the water stop), open the dispenser faucet and completely drain the tank and RO System.
7) When the faucet is first opened, expect air and carbon fines (very fine black powder) from the carbon filters to be rinsed
out. This is completely normal for the first tank of water or after carbon filters are changed.
8) After the system has been drained, close the faucet and repeat this flush cycle two more times. DO NOT DRINK THE WATER
UNTIL THE TANK AND SYSTEM HAVE BEEN FLUSHED AT LEAST THREE TIMES.
9) Test the product water at this time to ensure that the system is operating properly.
10) The RO System is now ready for use!
You may notice that the water is milky colored during the first week. It is due to the air bubbles in the water. It is normal and safe.
IMPORTANT: This RO System contains replaceable treatment components critical for effective performance. Replacement of the
system components should be done with one of identical specifications, in order to attain the same efficiency and contaminant
reduction as originally designed. It is the user's responsibility to periodically test the product water to verify the system is
performing satisfactorily.
We recommend opening the dispenser faucet for at least 10 seconds prior to using the water. This is especially important if the RO
water is not used daily. After periods of non-use, such as a week of vacation, it is better to empty the storage tank and allow the
system to produce fresh water for use. If the RO System is not used for 3 to 4 weeks, we recommend you sanitize the system and
change the filter cartridges. Longer periods of non-use may require additional service from a water treatment professional in your
area.
Check for leaks daily for the first week, and periodically thereafter.
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