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DRINKING WATER SYSTEM
TFC-35M (WITH OPTIONAL MONITOR)
INSTALLATION, OPERATION & SERVICE MANUAL
IMPORTANT NOTICES:
This reverse osmosis system contains replaceable treatment components critical for effective performance. It is the user's
responsibility to, and the manufacturer strongly recommends that the user, periodically test the product water to verify the
system is performing satisfactorily. See the test kit for sampling instructions.
This system conforms to NSF/ANSI Standard 58 for pentavalent arsenic reduction. See the Performance Data Sheet and
Arsenic Facts section for an explanation of reduction performance.
DO NOT USE WITH WATER THAT IS MICROBIOLOGICALLY UNSAFE OR OF UNKNOWN QUALITY,
WITHOUT ADEQUATE DISINFECTION BEFORE OR AFTER THE SYSTEM. Systems certified for cyst reduction
may be used on disinfected water that may contain filterable cysts.
REVERSE OSMOSIS
MODELS TFC-35 AND
Tested and Certified by NSF International against
NSF/ANSI Standard 58 for the reduction of the
claims specified on the Performance Data Sheet.
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Summary of Contents for Micro TFC-35
- Page 1 REVERSE OSMOSIS DRINKING WATER SYSTEM MODELS TFC-35 AND TFC-35M (WITH OPTIONAL MONITOR) INSTALLATION, OPERATION & SERVICE MANUAL Tested and Certified by NSF International against NSF/ANSI Standard 58 for the reduction of the claims specified on the Performance Data Sheet. IMPORTANT NOTICES: This reverse osmosis system contains replaceable treatment components critical for effective performance.
- Page 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page SECTION I. INTRODUCTION ................... 3 SECTION II. SPECIFICATIONS ..................5 SECTION III. PREPARATION ....................6 A. Major System Components ............... 6 B. Tools Recommended for Installation............6 C. Site Selection For Major System Components ......... 6 SECTION IV.
- Page 3 SECTION I. INTRODUCTION product water (the Permeate). The excess minerals Your new Reverse Osmosis (R.O.) Drinking Water are rinsed to drain (the Reject Water). System uses a combination of filtration technologies The membrane is specially constructed, fully to reduce unwanted contaminants in a water supply. aromatic polyamide film and is classified as a Thin The following steps combine to give you the best in Film Composite (T.F.C.).
- Page 4 OPTIONAL TFC–35 AND TFC–35M BASEMENT INSTALLATION DIAGRAM DISPENSING FAUCET NOTE: FOR BEST FLOW RATE, KEEP TUBING FROM R.O. MANIFOLD TO DISPENSING FAUCET AS SHORT AS PRODUCT POSSIBLE (3/8" Blue) HOLDING TANK SHUTOFF VALVE (Open Position) FLOOR TANK (3/8" Yellow) NOTE: FOR BEST FLOW RATE, KEEP TUBING FROM HOLDING COVER WITH OPTIONAL TANK TO R.O.
- Page 5 system cover for instant monitoring at the touch operate best while the system is making water, of a button. The monitor compares the level of the a false reading may occur if tested when your total dissolved solids in the incoming (feed) water R.O.
- Page 6 SECTION III. PREPARATION 10. Phillips head and flat blade screwdrivers. 11. 1⁄2", " and " open end wrenches. A. Major System Components 12. 10" Crescent wrench with jaws taped to hold The following components comprise the R.O. faucet. Drinking Water System. (Refer to Fig. 1, page 3 for 13.
- Page 7 can weigh up to 30 pounds when full of water; body and should be mounted so that the “CL” line a firm, level area is required. is at least one (1) inch (26mm) above the flood rim of the sink. 3.
- Page 8 LONG REACH AIR GAP FAUCET water feed line. If you are not sure of the supply, WITH 3/8" CONNECTOR run the hot water and feel the supply piping. Water over 100°F may cause permanent damage to the R.O. Membrane. (Refer to Fig. 3 below.) FEED WATER SADDLE VALVE Spout Cold Water...
- Page 9 •The supply line should now be drained. Use a the sink drain pipe. (Refer to Fig. 1, page 3.) battery powered or properly grounded drill to 1. Position the Drain Clamp on the sink drain avoid shock hazard. pipe above the drain trap. Allow room for •Drill a "...
- Page 10 to Hose Barbs. Route the tubing to the Drain inserted into the “Drain” port will have a green Clamp and trim to length. drain restrictor in it. Run the tubing along its course to the 1⁄4" Hose Barb on the Dispensing •Refer to Fig.
- Page 11 F. Start Up •Remove the Activated Carbon Filter Housing (the closest of the three to the At time of start up and each time the filters are In–Out Ports), empty, and install the changed the system should be sanitized (also see Activated Carbon Post Filter.
- Page 12 2. R.O. systems produce drinking water at to empty. relatively slow rates; it can take up to 5 hours 2. Loosen and remove the Sediment/Carbon or more to fill the Holding Tank. Normal Filter and the Activated Carbon Filter operation is to let the Holding Tank fill with Housings.
- Page 13 •Do not open the Faucet for at least 8 hours. cylinder to the 150 ml mark in one minute. •Discard the first three full tanks of water 150 ml/min. x 0.38 = 57 gpd produced; they will contain chlorine. If the container available measures ounces, use •When the Faucet if first opened, expect air the following conversion: and carbon fines (very fine black powder),...
- Page 14 the pressure in the Holding Tank, which tries to push the water backwards and the osmotic pressure, which also tries to push the water backwards. The Osmotic Pressure is in proportion to the dissolved minerals in the water and can be approximated by 1 psig for each 100 ppm of TDS.
- Page 15 D. WATER PRODUCTION RATE CHART Estimated Water Production Rate Feed Water in Gallons Per Day (gpd) and Liters Per Day (lpd) for Line Pressure of: 40 psig 50 psig 60 psig 70 psig 80 psig 90 psig 100 psig Temp TDS* (280 kPa) (345 kPa)
- Page 16 SECTION VII. TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Problem Possible Cause Solution Low quantity of Product Water Feed Water Saddle Valve is plugged or Open Valve or unclog. from Holding Tank closed. Clogged Sediment/Carbon Prefilter or Replace filters. Activated Carbon Post Filter. Low water pressure. Feed Water pressure must be above 40 psig.
- Page 17 Problem Possible Cause Solution The Product Water and Drain Water Correct plumbing. High Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) lines are reversed. in the Product Water No drain flow, Drain Restrictor is Clear or replace Drain Restrictor. (continued) clogged. No drain flow, the drain orifice in Clear or replace Air Gap Faucet..
- Page 18 EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST 20A..Water Quality Test Kit MADE IN USA...
- Page 19 DRAWING NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1...... S2009 ........Self Tapping Screw 2...... S2005 ........ASO Cap 3...... S2013 ........ASO Cap O–Ring 4...... S2011 ........ASO Diaphragm – Large 5...... S2007 ........ASO Piston 6...... S2006 ........ASO Piston Ring 7......
- Page 20 R.O. DRINKING WATER SYSTEM FIVE/ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY What Does This Warranty Cover? This warranty covers any defects in materials and workmanship of the Marlo R.O. Drinking Water System when in- stalled and operated within recommended parameters, with the exceptions stated below. How Long Does The Coverage Last? Marlo will warrant its R.O.
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