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Aquathin Corporation. Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this manual is accurate. Aquathin Corporation is not responsible for printing or clerical errors. Aquathin Corporation Aquathin Business Centre...
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High- est quality water treatment systems and support good enough for my home...my family. And that is my promise to you! I love my Aquathin!! FOR THE BEST TASTE IN LIFE & 35 Years Pure Excellence ...and another Quarter Century re-inventing the water industry!
1990's after successful lab testing and 20 year field experience of the Aquathin Platinum 90 and our original Aquathin manual flush PSS90, both of which are still in production and used by Dealers and Consumers around the world. This user’s manual serves for the installation of both Platinum 90 and the PSS 90 models.
IMPORTANT NOTE: For private well owners we recommend that you choose the Aquathin RO/DI water purification system with a PBA-G booster pump system which includes a booster pump and is completely configured at the factory. This...
Review the following instructions completely before proceeding. (See installation diagram on page 49.) Aquathin RO/DI systems are comprised of several compact components which fit easily beneath most kitchen sinks. We encourage you to establish the desired location of each of the components before proceeding.
9. Connecting Tubing to John Guest Speedfit® Fittings Aquathin systems make extensive use of John Guest Speedfit® fittings. These high quality components provide secure, leak free seals and make it easy to connect and disconnect tubing without the use of tools.
Aquathin RO/DI with PBA-G booster pump system which includes a booster pump and is completely configured at the factory. (The amount of water stored is a function of line pressure).
Close the faucet and allow the tank to fill a second time. You are now ready to enjoy the great taste of 100% pure, Aquathin drinking water. (The RO Module contains a preservative solution that will be flushed after the first tank of water is produced.)
If the leak persists, trim ¼" – ½" off the end of the tubing and try again. OPERATION PROCEDURE Your Aquathin Auto Power Panel Subsink Reverse Osmosis / Deionization Water Purification System is self operational. The exclusive patented power panel does all...
Reverse Osmosis Module produces up to 45gallons (≈170 liters) of purified water per day. The Aquathin RO Module utilizes the unique properties of a semi-permeable material which allows passage of pure water molecules while not allowing dissolved salts, heavy metals, organics and disease causing water-borne microorganisms to pass through.
-borne microorganisms. EPA EST. NO. 52531-FL-01 The Aquathin Reverse Osmosis Module used in this system can tolerate significantly higher concentrations of oxidizing contaminants like iron and manganese than RO modules found in other systems, as well as a much higher degree of hardness.
OPERATING PARAMETERS To insure proper operation of your Aquathin system, it is advisable to collect the following information about your water supply. This information is generally available from your municipal water department, and in many cases is available from the website of your local Department of Public Works.
TFC Reverse Osmosis Module. Therefore, it is essential to remove chlorine from your feed water before it reaches the RO Module. Your Aquathin RO/ DI system includes a pre-filter containing a special grade of grade of Granular Activated Carbon (GAC) which will very effectively remove chlorine and chloramines from your tap water.
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It's like this: we would rather explain price once than apologize for poor quality and service the rest of our life. In 1980 Aquathin made the decision at the onset; that we would never sacrifice or lower quality for price… too much depends on it.
These simple steps will insure your unit consistently produces ultra-pure water meeting Aquathin standards. Take care of your Aquathin system and it will provide many years of healthy drinking and cooking water for your entire family. 1. Exterior Cleaning...
This simple operation has been automated in the Platinum 90. If you possess the Aquathin PSS90, it is recommended to manually flush your system every two weeks. If your unit has not been used for more than one week (e.g.
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Aquathin CARB 12 pre-filter. It is supported by two “Double C” clamps which are attached to the Aquathin RO Module. At one end of the CARB 12 pre-filter the feed water tube enters from the feed assembly. At the other end a piece of tubing connects to the feed water inlet of the RO Module.
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After removing the CARB 12, you can easily remove the two “Double C” clamps and set them aside. With the CARB 12 pre-filter removed, you now have access to the Aquathin DI Module and the RO Module. (5) remove tubing from...
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“FLOW” arrow. You will need to install the new DI module in the same orientation. One end of the Aquathin reverse osmosis module has two connections—one blue tube connects to the Aquathin DI Module, and one black tube connects to the Aquathin drain valve assembly.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUE STIONS Q: How long will my Aquathin CARB 12 pre-filter last before it needs to be replaced? A: Under most normal city water conditions, the Aquathin Carb 12 is designed to function properly for 12 months, and should be replaced annually. Sediment...
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You can invest in a reliable and inexpensive resistivity meter available from your Authorized Aquathin Dealer or you can send them samples for analysis. (Poor rejection rates may also be an indication of a clogged pre-filter, so check that filter first.) A large...
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This false claim was probably first made by companies wanting to boost sales of filters incapable of removing dissolved minerals and dangerous heavy metals. ASK your Authorized Aquathin Dealer for a copy of “5 Functions of Water”. Q: Will hot water ruin my RO module? A: YES! Hot water over 100°...
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(TDS). We rate our modules very conservatively, and the Aquathin systems come with a up to 45 gallons of water per day module. Q: When system enters flush mode, it makes noise. Is...
LIMITED WARRANTY Aquathin Corporation warrants to the original owner of each Aquathin water purification system to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for as long as you own the product. What The Warranty Covers Full Lifetime Warranty on all parts (excluding normal module changes or abuse).
Upon notice, we will repair or replace covered defective parts, free of charge. If it is necessary to return the prod- uct to an Aquathin Dealer for service, the buyer must pay for any shipping or travel costs. Aquathin Dealer will pay for any return shipping charges in the U.S.
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You can obtain specifics about your water supply from either your local water department or your local Author- ized Aquathin Dealer. If the parameters of your water do not fall within the specified ranges as noted above, please contact your local Aquathin Dealer for further options.