Please read the section regarding the proper care and maintenance of your new Anchor Water System. These systems are made with highest quality NSF approved high performance parts...
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1/2-inch & 3/8-inch Storage Plumbing Tank Shut- Fitting Off Ball Valve Drain Water Multi-colored User Guide Saddle Valve Poly Tubing Note: If any item is missing or damaged, please contact Anchor support at support@anchorfilters.com * Only for Models AF-5004 & AF-5005...
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Filter Cartridge Replacement Cycle Below is the approximate life of filter cartridges. Age of filters depends on GPD consumed and quality of feed water. Model # Name Description Service Time extracts sediment, rust, insects, AF-1001 Sediment Filter 3-6 months and other particles removes chlorine and unpleasant AF-1014 GAC Filter...
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4-Stage RO Filtration System Connections Make sure ALL the tubing is connected correctly Long Reach Faucet For filtered water Cold Feed Water Drain Connector supply to RO unit Wastewater Stage 4 To Drain Post Carbon Inline Filter Stage 3 Flow Restrictor RO Membrane Auto Shut off Valve...
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5-Stage RO Filtration System Connections Make sure ALL the tubing is connected correctly Long Reach Faucet For filtered water Cold Feed Water Drain Connector supply to RO unit Wastewater Stage 5 To Drain Post Carbon Inline Filter Stage 4 RO Membrane Flow Restrictor Auto Shut off Valve...
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6-Stage RO Filtration System Connections Make sure ALL the tubing is connected correctly Long Reach Faucet For filtered water Cold Feed Water Drain Connector supply to RO unit Stage 6 - Alkaline Filter Wastewater to Drain Post Carbon Inline Filter Stage 5 Stage 4 RO Membrane...
Preparation 1. Determine location - Determine the location for installation of RO faucet. o You may use the existing predrilled hole on the sink. Make sure the washer is big enough to cover the hole. o If you drill a new hole on the countertop or sink, make sure that drilling the hole will not damage any pipe or wiring underneath the countertop or sink.
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Faucet connection pieces mapping 3. Feed-Water Supply Installation CAUTION: The water supply to the unit MUST be from the COLD-WATER LINE. HOT WATER will severely damage your R.O. System. 1) Locate the cold water (angle) shut off valve (see picture below) underneath the sink and turn it off.
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2) Locate the feed-water adapter in the installation kit. Fits Both 1/2" NPT and 3/8" Compression Cold Water Supply Please see the following for flex line Figure 2 and solid-copper riser installation. Note: You may need to use Teflon tape on feed adapter to prevent leaks a.
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6) Connect the loose end of white tubing (that was left unconnected & marked ‘OUT’) to the OUT/third stage of the system. 4. Connecting Alkaline Mineral Cartridge Only for Models AF-5004 & AF-5005 The Alkaline Mineral Cartridge has been left unconnected to prevent damage to the cartridge’s delicate connectors.
5. Mounting the Drain Saddle Valve Drain Saddle Valve is used to make wastewater connection with the drain under the sink and is designed to fit standard 1 1/2-inch OD drainpipe. The drain saddle valve should always be installed before (above) the p-trap and on a vertical or horizontal drain.
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6) Insert black tubing to the quick fitting connector of the saddle valve. 7) Other end of black tubing should connect to flow restrictor at the end with black lock pin. The flow restrictor is connected to the waste outlet of RO TFC membrane. See fig 3 on page 11. 6.
System Start-Up DO NOT DRINK WATER FROM THE FIRST TANK PRODUCED BY YOUR NEWLY PURCHASED SYSTEM 1. Turn on both, cold-water supply and under-sink feed-water valve, but close the tank ball valve. If there is any leak, turn off supply and correct before proceeding.
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This RO system contains filters that must be replaced at regular intervals to maintain proper performance. Use only Anchor approved filters. Please see page 4 for the recommended interval for changing the filters. Local conditions may dictate more frequent changes. Use a drip pan to catch any water that may spill when the filter housing is removed.
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RO Membrane Cartridge Replacement 1) Disconnect the tubing from connector as shown in the diagram below. 2) Remove the membrane housing end cap by turning cap counter- clockwise as shown in the diagram below using the supplied blue wrench. Slide out the used membrane and discard. Turn counterclockwise to unscrew the end cap 3) Insert the New RO membrane cartridge into the housing as shown...
Cleaning Procedures The following system and tank cleaning procedures are recommended every 12-18 months. 1. Shut off the source water supply to the RO system. 2. Open the RO faucet and depressurize the RO system and storage tank. 3. Remove pre-filter cartridges, post-filter cartridges, and RO membrane.
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a.The tank should be empty. Check the air pre-charge pressure with an accurate gauge (low pressure type 0-12 lbs.) The average tank pressure should be 6–8 psi (when the tank is empty). b.Fill the tank sanitizer feeder with the recommended disinfectant dosage and connect the feeder to the water supply and RO storage tank.
Troubleshooting Note: Turn off the system before servicing or inspecting PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTIONS Air in the system is a normal occurrence with initial startup of Milky colored water Air in system the RO system. This milky look will disappear during normal use within 1 to 2 weeks.
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