Bluevua RO100DS - Under Sink Water Filter System Manual

Table of Contents

Contents

1 PREPARATION
2 INSTALLATION
3 MAINTENANCE
4 FAQ
5 WARRANTY
6 Documents / Resources
- 6.1 References
- 6.2 Download manual

PREPARATION

Precautions

Note:
All contents in this chapter are related to safety, users must comply with it.
All contents in this chapter are only for the correct use of this product.

Prohibition
Avoid installing under direct sunlight and outdoor places	Do not expose to an environment below 0 ºC	Do not store flammable items near the machine

When the machine breaks down, please cut off the water and power supply quickly		Keep out of reach of children Please do not let children operate the machine
Attention
Do not disassemble the machine by yourself as to prevent water leakage and damage to the machine		Please make sure the temperature of water source is 5-38 ºC
If the machine will be inactive for more than 24 hours, please pour out the left water and turn off its power supply		In order to run the machine smoothly, please use accessories and filter cartridges from Bluevua

Before Installation

Open the packaging and take out the entire machine, as well as all the accessories. Confirm them in accordance with the list to ensure that nothing is missing or damaged during the shipping. If there is any part broken or cracked, please stop the installation and contact Bluevua Support Team instead. To ensure a smooth installation, please watch the installation video from our website: www.bluevua.com

Tel: 1-888-637-0009 24/7 Customer Service
Email: support@bluevua.com

Required Tools

Variable speed drill
Drill bit: 1/4" (for the drainpipe), 1/4" (for faucet hole)
Adjustable wrench, pliers
Screwdriver
Utility knife or scissors
Flashlight
Towel

Specifications

Product Model	RO100DS-Bluevua
Product Size (L'W*H)	L370W202H443mm
Feed Water Pressure	0.15~0.4 MPa
Feed Water Temperature	41~100°F / 5~38°C
Feed Water Requirement	Tap Water
Pure Water Rate	100 Gallon Per Day
Power Specifications	Input 100~240V
Power Specifications	Output DC24V; 1.5A

Note: The water flow rate is affected by water pressure and water temperature. The water flow is measured under 0.2 MPa water pressure and 25°C water temperature. When water pressure and water temperature fluctuate, the water flow also fluctuates.

Product & Accessories List

Product Overview

The accessories are installed and connected as shown below. For a more efficient installation, please check and be familiar with the corresponding location, and remember to remove the trumpet-shaped cap from the port before the installation.

Product Overview - Part 1
Product Overview - Part 2

LEGEND
Step1:	A to B	RO Feed Water Adapter to Water Leakage Protector (IN)
Step1:	C to D	Water Leakage Protector (OUT) to Input Water Port
Step2:	E to F	Waste Water Port to Drain Pipe
Step3:	G to H	Pure Water Port to RO Faucet
Step4:	I to J	RO Water Storage Tank to Post Carbon Filter Connector
Step5:	K to L	Power Outlet to Power Adaptor

INSTALLATION

Install The Feed Water Tubing

Installing The Feed Water Tubing - Step 1

Close the cold water supply valve. Turn on the kitchen faucet to release the water pressure. Please make sure the kitchen faucet has remained open without any water coming out, then proceed to the next step.
Unscrew the cold water pipe from the cold water supply valve.
Unscrew the nut on the side with a pull buckle on the RO feed water adapter.
Insert one end of the white 1/4" PE tube into the same side, then screw the nut (through the PE tube) back to tighten the connection. Please make sure the tube is fully inserted and locked.
Screw the cold water pipe onto the RO feed water adapter with the original washer in between. Then tighten the pipe firmly with an adjustable wrench.
Screw your RO feed water adapter onto the cold water supply valve with washer in between. Then tighten the adapter firmly with an adjustable wrench.

Note 1: For 4 and 5, if the cold water pipe is 3/8" instead of 1/2", please use the attached 3/8" converter.
Installing The Feed Water Tubing - Step 2

Measure the needed length of the white 1/4" PE tube to reach the water leakage protector. Then use the utility knife or scissors to cut the tube.
Connect the cut PE tube to the IN port of the water leakage protector.
Open the cover of water leakage protector.
Insert a cotton and close the cover.
Tear off the double-sided tape attached with the water leakage protector, then stick the water leakage protector near the machine.

Note 2: The cotton swells after soaking up water, blocking the tubing to prevent further leaking. Please clean any water stain near the machine before installing. If the protector is accidently triggered by water stain, please replace with a new cotton.

Insert the other section of white 1/4" PE tube into the OUT port of the water leakage protector.
Connect the white 1/4" PE tube to the feed water port on the machine.

Note 3: DO NOT turn on the cold water supply valve and the RO feed water adapter before starting up the system.

Install The Pure Water Tubing

Installation - Installing The Pure Water Tubing

Place upper-cap and mounting-washer on the faucet rod.
Insert the RO faucet into the hole on the countertop. If there is no existing hole, please refer to the later Note.
Under the sink, place the bottom-cap and the nut on the faucet rod. Tighten them up until the faucet stands firmly on the counter.
Place the Quick-Connect Fitting to the bottom of faucet rod. Pull it few times to make sure it is connected firmly.
Push the blue 1/4" PE tube into the other end of the Quick-Connect Fitting.
Measure the needed length of blue 1/4" PE tube to reach the machine. Then use the utility knife or scissors to cut the tube.
Connect the blue 1/4" PE tube to the pure water port on the machine.

Note: If there is no existing hole on the countertop, please refer to the following procedures to drill a hole. When drilling the hole, please remember to wear safety goggles to protect your eyes.

Choose matching drill bits for the material of the counter: use diamond core for granite, and use a carbide drill bit for stainless steel. Avoiding using a hammer drill on natural stone, glass or ceramic.
Stick the bottom of the faucet rod on the sink or countertop. Start drilling at the lowest speed, and hold the drill straight with firm pressure to prevent the bit from slipping.
Drill a suitable hole according to the size (1 ³/₈") of the faucet rod.
Once the drill bit breaks through the surface, slightly swirl the drill to apply pressure in a circle evenly.

Install The Waste Water Tubing

Installation - Installing The Waste Water Tubing

Choose a preferred location on the drainpipe to install the drain saddle. We highly suggest to install the drain saddle on the vertical-directed drainpipe.
Drill a 1/4" hole on the side of the drainpipe. Be careful not to penetrate the other side of the drainpipe.
Place the front plate on the end of the remaining black 1/4" PE tube, and insert the tube into the drilled hole for about 1" deep.
Place the back plate on the other side of the drainpipe to combine to the front plate. Use the adjustable wrench to tighten the plates with screws and nuts evenly.
Connect the black 1/4" PE tube to the waste water port on the machine.

Install The RO Water Storage Tank

Take off the blue top cap of the RO water storage tank, then screw the storage tank valve onto the tank. Keep the valve sealed by turning the blue handle 90 degree in clockwise direction.
Insert the white 1/4" PE tube into the storage tank valve, then connect the other end of the tube to the post carbon filter connector on the machine.

Plug In The Power and Start Up System

Make sure the storage tank valve has been turned off so the flushing water does not flow into the storage tank.
Use the filter adjustable wrench to twist off the RO filter housing in counterclock direction. Insert the reverse osmosis membrane into the filter housing. After inserting the filter, twist the filter housing back in counter-clockwise direction.
Turn on the cold water supply valve and the RO feed water adapter.
Plug in the power adapter and turn on the RO faucet to flush the filters. Let the faucet runs for 15 minutes to release water, which could be black due to carbon particles being flushed out. Please wait for 5 more minutes until the water turns clean, then turn off the RO faucet. Be aware that the water is NOT drinkable during the flushing.
Turn on the storage tank valve to fill the RO water storage tank, which will take 60 minutes to be filled up. Make sure the RO faucet is turned off during the process.
After filling the RO water storage tank, turn on the RO faucet to let the water in the storage tank flow out. The flushing is finished when the storage tank is drained.
Note: We highly recommend you to operate 5 and 6 for twice before using any water. During the flushing process, please double check and make sure all tubing is installed correctly and there is no leakage at any joint, fitting, valve, or PE tube connection.
Turn off the RO faucet and let the storage tank to be filled up for daily drinking.

Congratulations! You have finished the Installation!

MAINTENANCE

Filter Replacement Cycle

Pre-filters	PP Polypropylene Sediment Filter	12 Months.
	GAC Granular Activated Carbon Filter	12 Months
	CTO Coconut Carbon Block Filter	12 Months
RO Filter	RO Reverse Osmosis Membrane Filter	24 Months
Post-filters	PCF Post Carbon Fiber Filter	12 Months
Post-filters	MIN Mineral Ball	12 Months

Note:

Actual lifetime of the filters varies from different regions, water quality, season and usage. Please replace the filters according to the water pressure meter.
If the filters expire, please purchase and replace the filters as soon as possible. Otherwise, the filtration efficiency will be greatly reduced.

Water Pressure Gauge

Water Pressure Gauge Indication

	0~3.5 kg/cm³	When one or more of the front three pre-fiers (PP, GAC and CTO) are blocked, or the feed water pressure is too low, the pressure gauge points at yellow section. Please purchase and replace the blocked filters.
	0~50 psi
	3.5~8.5 kg/cm³	When the machine works at standard status, the water pressure gauge points at blue section.
	0~120 psi
	8.5~15 kg/cm³	When the RO membrane is blocked, the water pressure gauge points at red section. Please purchase and replace the blocked membrane.
	120~200 psi

Pre-filters Replacement Steps

Before replacing the filter, please turn off the feed water adapter and the storage tank valve, then tum on the RO faucet to drain out water in the machine.
Twist the filter housing clockwise to detach it from the machine. The filter housing wrench should come in handy: simply hoop the filter housing with the filter housing wrench for easier twisting.
Remove the old filter cartridge inside and replace it with the new one. Make sure the filter cartridge aligns with the top of housing.
Locate the white spiked-ring and place it on top of the cartridge; this prevents the cartridge from shaking during operation. Meanwhile, make sure the black rubber ring outside the housing is tightened, or the water may leak when passing through.
Use the filter housing wrench to install the housing back by hooping and twisting it in a counter-clockwise direction. Check and make sure the filter housing is firmly screwed to finish filter replacement.

RO Filter Replacement Steps

Before replacing the filter, please turn off the feed water adapter and the storage tank valve, then turn on the RO faucet to drain out water in the machine.
Locate and detach the tubes from both sides of the RO filter housing by pressing the circle unlocking ring and pulling the tube simultaneously (Figure 20).
Detach the RO filter from the frame, then twist off the filter housing cap in a clockwise direction. The small housing wrench can be used to hoop the filter housing cap for easier turning.
Remove the old RO membrane and replace it with the new one. The O-ring of the new RO membrane should be placed on the end of the RO filter housing as shown.
After replacing, twist the filter housing cap back in a counter-clockwise direction. Check and make sure the filter housing cap is firmly screwed to prevent leaking.
Put the filter back on the frame. Remember that the printed arrow on the sticker of the RO filter housing should aligns with the flow direction (Figure 19).
Insert both sides of the tubes back to finish the RO filter replacement. Check and make sure the tubes are fully inserted and locked before restart the system.

Post-filters Replacement Steps

Before replacing the filter, please turn off the feed water adapter and the storage tank valve, then turn on the RO faucet to drain out water in the machine.
Locate and detach the tubes from both sides of the post filter by pressing the unlocking ring and pulling the tube simultaneously (Figure 20).
Remove and replace the old filter. Remember that the printed arrow on the filter sticker should aligns with the flow direction (Figure 19).
After replacing, insert the detached tubes back to finish post-filter replacement. Make sure the tubes are fully inserted and locked before restart the system.

Tube Detachment

To detach the PE tube from the machine, use the adjustable wrench to press the circle unlocking ring of the quick-connect fitting then pull out the tube (Figure 20).

FAQ

Why the system does not function
Low Pressure Switch(LPS) or High Power Switch(HPS) is out of work or has loose connection: Replace the LPS and HPS. Diaphragm Booster Pump does not work: Replace the booster pump according to the model specification on the sitcker. Power adapter failure: Replace the power adapter. If you are unsure about the model of adapter, please contact our Customer Service for further assistance Leakage protector activated: The swelled cotton in the water leakage protector blocks the tubing. Check and make sure all tube joints and filters are tightened, and check if the protector is accidently triggered by moisture/liquid near the machine. Either way, remove the swelled cotton and clean up the water. After cleaning, insert a new cotton and close the cover to restart the system.
Why there is no water dispensing from the RO faucet or the water output becomes weaker?
Excessive bending of water tube: Check and straighten out the tube. Flow Restrictor(FR) is blocked: Check up the position of the FR, make sure it is laying flat, or replace the FR. Water outage occurred: Check if there are any water outage in the area. If yes, please wait for the local water supply to be fixed. Filters are clogged: Check filters to see if they are properly inserted. Make sure all the filters are replaced and have not expired yet. Feed water pressure lower than rated value: Check and make sure the tubing is properly connected and no leakage on the pipe(s). Temperature of feed water is low: Check and make sure the system runs at water temperature between 41-100°F.
Why the pure water looks dirty
Activated carbon particles: It is normal that the pure water turns black with activated carbon particles in the new CTO filter. Do not drink until the flushing process is completed.
Why the pure water smells abnormal
Filter protective liquid remained: Brand new filter is embedded with protective liquid that needs to be washed off. Turn on the RO faucet for 30 minutes to flush out the liquid after replacing filters. Expired filters remain unchanged for a long period: Replace the filters The machine has remained unused for a long period: Restart the machine and turn on the RO faucet to run for 10 minutes. If the smell remains, please replace the filters.
Why the filters are clogged shortly after filter replacement
Actual lifetime and condition of a filter may vary due to different quality of water supply or different water usage. Poor water quality and high operating frequency might lead to the shorter lifetime.
Why the machine makes loud noise during operation
The vibration generated by the pump: Remove the machine from the side wall. Do not place the machine against the side wall or on the uneven ground. Unstable feed water pressure: Check and confirm the water pressure is between 21.7-58 PSI/ 0.15-0.4 MPa. Abnormal power voltage: Contact our support team for assistance. Do not attempt to repair as there may be electrical leakage.

WARRANTY

Please visit website https://www.bluevua.com/warranty for 1 year manufacturer warranty registration. Please also feel free to reach out to us if you have any questions or concerns about your RO drinking water system. Your health iis our priority! We sincerely hope our product will bring health to you and your family!

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