Watts Premier WP-4 BVC Installation, Operation And Maintanance Manual

Watts Premier WP-4 BVC Installation, Operation And Maintanance Manual

Watts premier wp-4 bvc; wp4-50 bvc microbiological water purifier

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INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Please read carefully before proceeding with installation. Your failure to follow any attached instructions
or operating parameters may lead to the products failure and possible damage to property.
MICROBIOLOGICAL WATER PURIFIER
System Tested and certifi ed
by NSF International against
NSF/ANSI Standard 58 for
the reduction of the claims
specifi ed on the performance
data sheet.
Refer to enclosed warranty for operating parameters to ensure proper use with your water supply.
Watts Premier, Inc.
Phone: 800-752-5582
P/N: 199218
Warning
Save manual for future reference
MODEL
WP-4 BVC
WP4-50 BVC
System has been tested by Bio Vir as
a Microbiological Water Purifi ers based
on the recommendations set forth in the
USEPA Guide Standard and Protocol for
Microbiological Water Purifi ers (OPP Task
Force Report, 1987).
1725 W. Williams Drive C-20
www.wattspremier.com
Page 1
Phoenix, AZ 85027
Fax: 623-931-0191
Manual Edition: 09/30/05

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  • Page 1 Save manual for future reference MICROBIOLOGICAL WATER PURIFIER MODEL WP-4 BVC WP4-50 BVC System has been tested by Bio Vir as System Tested and certifi ed a Microbiological Water Purifi...
  • Page 2 Thank you for your purchase of a state of the art Watts Premier Reverse Osmosis (RO) water treatment system. Water quality concerns are becoming more of a focus for the public. You may have heard about contaminants in the drinking water, such as Arsenic, Chromium, Cryptosporidium or Giardia.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    With proper installation and maintenance, this system will provide you with high quality water for years to come. All of Watts Premier’s water enhancement products are rigorously tested by independent laboratories for safety and reliability. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our customer service department at 1-800-752-5582 (outside USA 623-931-1977) or refer to our on-line trouble shooting at www.wattspremier.com.
  • Page 4: Operational Parameters

    Operational Parameters Operating Temperatures: Maximum 100°F (37.8°C) Minimum 40°F (4.4°C) Operating Pressure: Maximum 85 psi (6.0 kg/cm Minimum 40 psi (2.80 kg/cm pH Parameters: Maximum 11 Minimum 2 Iron: Maximum 0.2 ppm TDS (Total Dissolved Solids) < 1800 ppm Turbidity <...
  • Page 5: Drill A Hole For The Faucet In A Porcelain Sink

    Drill a Hole for the Faucet in a Porcelain Sink Most sinks are predrilled with 1 ½” or 1 ¼” diameter hole that you can use for your RO faucet. Note: (if you are already using it for a sprayer or soap dispenser, see step 1). Porcelain sinks are extremely hard and can crack or chip easily.
  • Page 6: Wave Faucet Installation

    Wave Faucet Installation - Part# 116022 Note: If using the Wave Air Gap Faucet (pictured), a 1 1/4” hole will be required. Step 6 Gather and identify the Wave faucet pieces. • Faucet assembly • Black Shank Nut Air Gap Faucet •...
  • Page 7: Watts Top Mount & Top Mount Monitored Faucet Installation

    The battery life is expected to last one year, however, for heavy use the battery may need to be replaced sooner. For replacement, look for battery number CR2354 (Watts p/n:116082) which is available at your local battery store or contact Watts Premier at 800-752-7782. You can also order online at www.wattspremier.com.
  • Page 8: Adapta Valve Installation

    Adapta Valve Installation - Part# 134007 Confi guration for 3/8” Confi guration for 1/2” compression fi ttings compression fi ttings Cold Supply Supply Step 11 Turn off the cold water supply to the faucet by turning the angle stop valve completely off. Attach adapta valve as illustrated in the three photos above, choosing the confi...
  • Page 9: Drain Saddle Installation

    Drain Saddle Installation - Part# 164016 Drain Saddle fi ts standard 1 ¼” – 1 ½” drain pipes Step 14 Gather the pieces of the drain saddle 1 Black compression nut 1 Semicircle bracket with opening 2 Screws 1 Foam washer 2 Nuts for screws 1 Semicircle bracket Step 15...
  • Page 10: Blue Tube Connection

    Connect Blue Tube from TANK port on RO Module to the Tank Position tank in desired location. Stand it upright or lay it on its Step 19 side (using the black plastic stand). Measure the blue tube from the RO module port marked TANK over to the tank and cut it to desired length.
  • Page 11: 3/8" Black Tube Connection

    3/8” Black Tube Connection from faucet Note: The tubing must be as SHORT and STRAIGHT as possible to the drain saddle, making a downward slope from module to drain saddle to allow for proper drainage. Step 24 Measure the black tube from faucet to the black drain saddle and make a straight cut through tube.
  • Page 12: Red Tube Connection

    Step 6 Register warranty by mail, phone, or internet. Watts Premier uses this information only to provide a fi lter change reminder service. Pre-fi lters should be changed every six months. You may register your warranty via our website at www.wattspremier.com or call 1-800-752-5582 (within USA only).
  • Page 13: Month System Maintenance

    6 Month System Maintenance Stage 3 Membrane System Type of Filter Part Number Stage Stage 1 Sediment Filter (Change every 6 months) 104017 Stage 1 Stage 2 Stage 4 Stage 2 Carbon Block Filter (Change every 6 months) 101009 Stage 3 RO Membrane 110009 or 110019 (Change every 2-5 years)
  • Page 14: Annual Maintenance

    A water sample may be sent to Watts Premier for a free test or a TDS (total dissolved solids) monitor can be purchased from Watts Premier to test the incoming and reverse osmosis water at home.
  • Page 15: Cleaning Flow Restrictor

    Pull fi rmly on the membrane to remove from the housing and Step 3 discard. Unwrap new membrane and lubricate the o-rings with water soluble Step 4 lubrication such as KY Jelly ® before inserting into housing. Insert end with the two black O-rings into the cap. Twist the membrane as you push fi...
  • Page 16: Checking Air Pressure In The Tank

    Check Air Pressure in the Tank Note: Check air pressure when tank is empty of water! Check air pressure in the tank when you notice a decrease in available water from the RO system. It is recommended that you drain the tank of water, and then pump Step 1 up the RO tank in order to ensure all water is out of the tank.
  • Page 17: Trouble Shooting

    TROUBLE SHOOTING Problem Cause Solution 1. Low/Slow Production Low Water Pressure Assure a minimum of 40 psi incoming water pressure. Premier sells a booster pump if home water pressure is low. Maker sure water supply is turned on and Adapta Valve is all the way open Crimps in tubing Check tubing and straighten or replace as necessary.
  • Page 18: Arsenic Fact Sheet

    fi nd out if free chlorine or combined chlorine is used in the water system. This Watts Premier reverse osmosis system is designed to remove up to 98% of pentavalent arsenic. It will not convert trivalent arsenic to pentavalent arsenic. Under laboratory standard testing conditions, this system reduced 0.30 mg/L (ppm) pentavalent arsenic to under 0.010...
  • Page 19: California Certifi Cation

    California Certifi cation Page 19...
  • Page 20: Performance Data Sheets

    *independantly tested and verifi ed by Bio Vir Laboratories Depending on water chemistry, water temperature, and water pressure Watts Premier’s R.O. Systems production and performance will vary. Effi ciency rating means the percentage of the infl uent water to the system that is available to the user as reverse osmosis treated water under operating conditions that approximate typical daily usage.
  • Page 21: Performance Data Sheets

    2. This system is acceptable for treatment of infl uent concentrations of no more than 27 mg/L nitrate and 3 mg/L nitrite in combination measured as N and is certifi ed for nitrite/nitrate reduction only for water supplies with a pressure of 280 kPa (40 psig) or greater. If your water supply is under 40 psi Watts Premier recomends the use of a RO booster pump for proper operation.
  • Page 22: One Piece Manifold Drawing

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  • Page 23: Other Products

    Other Products from Watts Premier Watts Premier has other fi ne water fi ltration products and accessories to enhance your water and to compliment your existing RO System. Listed on the next several pages are only a few of the items we offer.
  • Page 24 Wave Faucets by Watts Premier allow for a variety of choices to match your kitchen decor. Available colors include: Part No. 116026 Stainless Steel Part No. 116022 Chrome Part No. 116010 White Part No. 116002 Black on chrome Top Mount Faucets by Watts Premier These attractively designed faucets feature a long reach spout to compliment all styles of kitchen decor.
  • Page 25 Removing chlorine from your shower Special Chlorgon & KDF media – More effective then carbon medias with hot water applications in the removal of the following. √ Iron oxide (rust water) √ Free Chlorine (CL-) √ Dirt, sediment √ Combined Chlorine (Sodium Hypochlorite) √...
  • Page 26: Warranty Registration

    Watts Premier Inc. is concerned for the safety of your personal information. Watts Premier collects personal information when you register with Watts Premier. This information is stored in our data base and we do not rent, sell, or share personal information with other people or nonaffi liated companies.
  • Page 27: Warranty Registration

    Date of Install: _______________________ Installed By: SELF Plumbing Professional Where Purchased: ____________ Model Number: _______________________ Serial Number: ____ - __________ XXXXXX XXXXX Insert into envelope and return to Watts Premier Watts Premier 1725 W. Williams Dr. C-20 Phoenix, AZ 85027 Page 27...
  • Page 28: Service Record

    Service Record Serial No. _____________________ Date of Purchase:__________ Date of Install:___________ Installed by:__________________ 2 nd stage 3rd stage 4th stage 1st stage Date Carbon Membrane Sediment Microbiological (6 months) (2-5 years) (1 year) (6 months) NOTES: Page 28...
  • Page 29: Limited Warranty

    What your Warranty Covers: If any part of your WATTS PREMIER Reverse Osmosis System is defective in workmanship (excluding replaceable fi lters and membranes), return unit after obtaining a return authorization (see below), less tank, within 3 year of original retail purchase, WATTS PREMIER will repair or, at WATTS PREMIER’S option, replace the system at no charge.

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