Canature WaterGroup AQUA FLO QCRO4V-50 Owner's Manual

Quick change reverse osmosis drinking water system

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Quick Change Reverse Osmosis
Drinking Water System
Models: QCRO4V-50
QCRO4V-50-PL
QCRO4V-75
QCRO4V-75-PL
QCRO4V-50 system certified by IAPMO R&T to
NSF/ANSI 58 and CSA B483.1 for the reduction
of the following substances, as verified and
substantiated by test data: Barium, Cadmium,
Copper, Fluoride, Hexavalent Chromium, Lead,
Arsenic (V) (less than 300 ppb reduction),
Radium 226/228, Selenium, TDS, Trivalent
Chromium, Turbidity, and PFOA/PFOS.
 Please read carefully before proceeding with installation. Your failure to follow any attached instructions or
operating parameters may lead to the product's failure. Keep this Manual for future reference.
 Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection
before or after the system.
 If you are unsure about installing QCRO units, please contact your dealer.
 Test the water periodically to verify that the system is performing satisfactorily.
 Discard small parts remaining after the installation.
 Failure to install the system correctly voids the warranty.
 Handle all components of the system with care. Do not drop, drag or turn components upside down.
 Be sure the floor under the water filter system is clean, level and strong enough to support the unit.
BRAND: AQUA FLO® MODELS: QCRO4V-50, QCRO4V-50-PL, QCRO4V-75, QCRO4V-75-PL
Canature WaterGroup Canada Inc.
855 Park St., Unit 1
Regina, SK, S4N 6M1
Toll Free: (877) 288-9888
Canature WaterGroup U.S.A. Inc.
6353 Commerce Drive
Whitestown, IN, 46075
Toll Free: (877) 288-9888

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  • Page 1  Be sure the floor under the water filter system is clean, level and strong enough to support the unit. BRAND: AQUA FLO® MODELS: QCRO4V-50, QCRO4V-50-PL, QCRO4V-75, QCRO4V-75-PL Canature WaterGroup Canada Inc. Canature WaterGroup U.S.A. Inc. 855 Park St., Unit 1...
  • Page 2: Safe Practices

    Attention Customer: This system is intended for use on potable water supplies or disinfected water containing cysts. Do not use where water is microbiologically unsafe or with water of unknown quality. If bacterial contamination is present, a recognized method of water disinfection is required. Check with your public works department for applicable local plumbing and sanitation codes.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    SPECIFICATIONS AND PERFORMANCE DATA SHEET DIMENSIONS FILTER CARTRIDGE SPECIFICATIONS PERFORMANCE DATA SHEET SUGGESTED INSTALLATION EQUIPMENT OVERVIEW OF THE QUICK CHANGE RO SYSTEM’S COMPONENTS PACKAGE CONTENTS PRODUCT INFORMATION PREPARATION INSTALLATION START UP PERFORMANCE AND TECHNICAL INFORMATION INSTALLING AN RO TO SERVICE OTHER WATER USING APPLIANCES SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE PARTS BREAKDOWN OTHER PARTS...
  • Page 4: Specifications And Performance Data Sheet

    SPECIFICATIONS AND PERFORMANCE DATA SHEET SPECIFICATIONS AND PERFORMANCE DATA SHEET QCRO4V-50 system certified by IAPMO R&T to NSF/ANSI 58 and CSA B483.1 for the reduction of the following substances, as verified and substantiated by test data: Barium, Cadmium, Copper, Fluoride, Hexavalent Chromium, Lead, Arsenic (V) (less than 300 ppb reduction), Radium 226/228, Selenium, TDS, Trivalent Chromium, Turbidity, and PFOA/PFOS.
  • Page 5: Dimensions

    DIMENSIONS Product Water Storage Tanks 15.8” 14.3 ” ” 2.0” 19.8" 13.7" 13.1” 13�1” 13�1” 9.2" 13.7" 2.5” 2�5” 2�5” Notes Recommended Influent Water Characteristic 1. A booster is strongly recommended to improve the reduction of TDS. Pressure 40 - 100 psi Higher pressures will help maintain the membrane’s maximum rejection Temperature 40 - 77 ºF...
  • Page 6: Filter Cartridge Specifications

    FILTER CARTRIDGE SPECIFICATIONS Working Micron Tempera- Working Rated Part # Purpose Rating Capacity Flow Rate ture Range Pressure Range Life* STAGE Sediment Filter 41407001 Sediment Reduction 2000 gallons 0.5 gal/min 4-38° C (40- 207-689 kPa 6 Months (7570 liters) (1.9 liters/min) 100°...
  • Page 7: Performance Data Sheet

    PERFORMANCE DATA SHEET Contaminant Reduction Table: Model QCRO4V-50 This system has been tested according to NSF/ANSI Standard 58 for reduction of the substances listed below. The concentration of the indicated substances in water entering the system was reduced to a concentration less than or equal to the permissible limit for water leaving the system, as specified in NSF/ANSI 58. Maximum permissible Influent challenge product water...
  • Page 8: Suggested Installation Equipment

    SUGGESTED INSTALLATION EQUIPMENT Recommended Tools 1. Utility Knife 2. Flathead Screwdriver 3. Phillips Screwdriver 4. Center Punch 5. 7/8” Stepped Drill Bit 6. Finish Hole Saw 7. Porcelain Saw 8. 1/8” & 3/8” Drill Bits 9. Heavy Duty Drill 1 0. Work Light 11.
  • Page 9: Overview Of The Quick Change Ro System's Components

    OVERVIEW OF THE RO SYSTEM’S COMPONENTS RO Manifold Assembly The manifold assembly serves as the functional hub of the system by directing the flow through each of the system’s main components. Sediment Filter The sediment filter screens out particulate material, such as dirt, sand, or rust, which may clog the other filters in the system.
  • Page 10: Package Contents

    PACKAGE CONTENTS Figure 3 1. RO Manifold with Flow Control 9. Drain Saddle (1/4” or 3/8”) 17. 4X #10 Phillips Self Tapping Screws 2. Sediment Filter 1 0. Tank Shut-off Valve 18. 1/4” Tubing (4 ft. White; 4 ft. Red) 3.
  • Page 11: Product Information

    The substances reduced by this system are not necessarily in the customer’s untreated water. Warranty A limited warranty is extended to the original end user from Canature WaterGroup. This warranty is printed on the back cover of this guide. Application Guidelines The system is designed for use on potable water supplies meeting the guidelines outlined in table on page 5.
  • Page 12: Storage Tank Preparation

    Verify Flow Control Location Flow Restrictor The RO manifold comes attached with the elbow fitting flow control. This flow control is attached to the manifold by quick disconnect fitting which allows it to be easily changed. Verify it is properly located in the outlet next to the symbol.
  • Page 13: Installation

    INSTALLATION The exact placement of the components will vary by installation. Although shown beneath a sink, it may be installed in a basement, crawl space, or in an adjacent cabinet. Regardless of where the system is installed, the flow sequence described in the diagram below must be observed. The drinking water system is designed to be mounted near a sink for easy access to cold water and drain lines.
  • Page 14: Step 1 - Select Component Installation Locations

    INSTALLATION (CONTINUED) The following steps will enable you to install the system quickly and orderly. Some variation may be necessary depending on the installation. See page 8 for a check list of tools and materials. Typical installations follow this sequence: 1.
  • Page 15: Step 2 - Faucet Installation

    INSTALLATION (CONTINUED) STEP 2 – Faucet Installation To simplify its access and installation, we suggest you install the faucet on the rear lip of the sink. It should be evenly positioned with the sink faucet and spray attachment. Should the spray faucet hole not be available for the installation, the sink must be drilled. NOTE It is recommended retaining the services of a professional counter top craft person when a hole is needed in granite or other specialty...
  • Page 16 INSTALLATION (CONTINUED) Porcelain Enamel Sink (Continued)  Use a slow speed and light pressure to cut away the porcelain.  Stop when you reach the metal under the porcelain. Remove the cutter and clean the porcelain chips from the surface. Continue cutting through the metal.
  • Page 17: Standard Faucet Installation

    INSTALLATION (CONTINUED) Non Air Gap Faucet (Optional) Faucet Small Rubber Washer Base Large Rubber Washer (Remove white protective film.) Lock Washer Plastic Washer Faucet Adapter Drinking Water Line to Faucet (3/8” Blue Tubing) Standard Faucet Installation 1. Remove white protective film from faucet base. Install faucet body, small rubber washer, metal base, and large rubber washer above sink (items 1-4).
  • Page 18: Air Gap Faucet Installation

    INSTALLATION (CONTINUED) Air Gap Faucet Installation Remove white protective film from faucet base. Verify faucet body, metal base, and rubber base washer are in place above sink (Items 1, 3, and 2, page 17). Lower faucet into mounting hole and place faucet over hole. Install slotted washer, spacer, faucet washer, and nut onto faucet nipple below sink and snug them up (Items 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8, page 17).
  • Page 19 INSTALLATION (CONTINUED) STEP 3A – Install Adapter Valve on Water Supply (Part # ASVPP5LF) CAUTION! The Adapter valve should be connected to cold water supply only. Connection to hot water supply will damage the system and will void all warranty Adapter Before installing the adapter valve onto the supply line, Cold...
  • Page 20: Step 4 - Connect System Drain

    INSTALLATION (CONTINUED) STEP 4 – Connect System Drain Plumbing codes require that the drain from reverse osmosis drinking water systems be discharged through an air gap siphon break. The faucet incorporates an air gap into its body. The discharge from the air gap must be connected to the plumbing system for proper drainage. This connection can usually be made beneath the sink.
  • Page 21: Step 5 - Install Reservoir Tank

    INSTALLATION (CONTINUED) STEP 4 – Connect System Drain (continued) Double basin sink with disposal, single trap  The fitting which joins the drains from the disposal and second sink should be directional. If not, then we recommend that it be replaced. ...
  • Page 22: Start Up

    INSTALLATION (CONTINUED) Connect System When cutting plastic tubing, use a sharp utility knife. Cut the tubing squarely. See page 11 for cutting and connecting tubing. White Blue 1. Connect quick connect elbows to the three open 2. Connect 1/4-inch OD white plastic tubing from 3.
  • Page 23: Performance And Technical Information

    PERFORMANCE & TECHNICAL INFORMATION The performance of the system can be characterized and judged by the quality and quantity of the water produced by the system. By measuring the contaminant removal performance and flow rates of the system, its operating status can be easily evaluated. Factors Which Affect Performance Performance of the reverse osmosis membrane is affected by several factors which must be considered when judging the condition of the system.
  • Page 24: Installing An Ro To Service Other Water Using Appliances

    INSTALLING AN RO TO SERVICE OTHER WATER USING APPLIANCES Pressure, Pressure, Pressure If you are installing a service line from an RO storage tank to an appliance with a minimum pressure requirement then you may need to consider the following options so as not to operate below the operating limits of that appliance. Installation of a booster pump (92317) Placing this pump before the RO will increases overall pressure to the system.
  • Page 25: Service And Maintenance

    SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Service Schedule To keep the Aqua Flo system operating properly, it is necessary to change the filters and sanitize the system periodically. Typically, this should be done on an annual basis. Service frequency may vary depending on local water conditions. High sediment, chlorine, turbidity, or hardness levels may require more frequent service.
  • Page 26: Metal Tank Sanitization Procedure

    SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE (CONTINUED) Metal Tank Sanitization Procedure Tank Pressure Check 1. Turn off water supply to your RO system by 3. Using a clean eye dropper insert 1/2 1. Turn off incoming water supply to RO. turning off the adapter valve. Open the teaspoon of hydrogen peroxide or common 2.
  • Page 27: Parts Breakdown

    PARTS BREAKDOWN Item # Description Qty. 134040R Manifold, Quick Change RO, 4 Stage 92223 Valve, Auto Shut-off 41407553 Fitting,Check Valve,QCRO 41407552 Fitting, T-Connector, QCRO 41407001 Cartridge, Quick Change Sediment Filter - Stage 1 41407002 Cartridge, Quick Change Carbon Block - Stage 2 & 4 41407003 Cartridge, Quick Change 50GPD TFC Membrane - Stage 3 33501064...
  • Page 28: Other Parts

    OTHER PARTS 1. Storage Tank – Part # 92371 2. Faucet & Hardware – Part # 92192 3. Drain Saddle – Part # 92160 4. Tank Shut-off Valve – Part # PPSV501222W 5. T Adapter Part # 60010643 6. 2x Locking Clip (3/8") – Part # 92346 7.
  • Page 29: Troubleshooting Guide

    TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE If a problem cannot be corrected through the use of this troubleshooting guide please have the following information ready prior to calling the 1-800 number on the back of this manual:  Serial #  Model # Problem Possible Cause Remedy Insufficient quantity...
  • Page 30 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (CONTINUED) Problem Possible Cause Remedy External leakage. Tubing not fully seated in fitting Check all fittings for tightness. Tubing abraded in seal area. Recut tubing and redo connection. Overflow at faucet air Concentrate tubing plugged. Clean concentrate tubing of debris. gap (gurgling sounds).
  • Page 32: Warranty Information

    WaterGroup™. If any part is found defective, Canature WaterGroup™ also reserves the right to replace the drinking water appliance with a compar- able Canature WaterGroup™ drinking water system of equal or greater quality. You pay only freight for repaired or replaced parts from our factory.

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