Model WHAROS5 How to install, operate and maintain your Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration System Do not return unit to store If you have any questions or concerns when installing, operating or maintaining your water filtration system, call our toll free number: or visit 1-866-986-3223 whirlpoolwatersolutions.com When you call, please be prepared to provide the model number and date code of your product, found on the rating decal on back.
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= = = = = Things to remember! It will take time before water is available at the faucet. It may take 1-4 hours before maximum possible flow is available from the faucet. Water pressure from the Reverse Osmosis faucet will be less than your standard faucet due to the high level of filtration performed by the system. The faucet can be mounted in an existing hole in the sink (sprayer, soap dispenser etc.) or a new hole can be drilled.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Specifications & Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Performance Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8 Inspect Shipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications & Dimensions Supply water pressure limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40-100 psi (280-689 kPa) Supply water temperature limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40-100 °F (4.5-37.7°C) Maximum total dissolved solids (TDS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2000 ppm Maximum water hardness @ 6.9 pH . . . . . . .
Performance Data Reverse Osmosis Filter System - Model WHAROS5 IMPORTANT NOTICE: Read this performance data and compare the capabilities of this unit with your actual water treatment needs. It is recommended that, before purchasing a water treatment unit, you have your water supply tested to determine your actual water treatment needs. This filter system is designed to be used for the reduction of the substances listed below.
Performance Data PERFORMANCE CLAIMS FOR WHAROS5 Substance Arsenic (pentavalent)2 NSF Required NSF Max. PerInfluent Challenge missible Product Concentration Water Concen(mg/L)1 tration (mg/L)1 0.30 ±10% 0.010 Cadmium2 0.03 ±10% 0.005 Chromium (III)2 0.3 ±10% 0.1 Barium2 Chromium (VI)2 Copper2 10 ±10% 0.3 ±10% 3.0 ±10% 2.0 Average Influent (mg/L)1 2.9 0.15 ±10% 0.010 TDS2 Chlorine Taste & Odor Ammonium7 Bicarbonate7 Chloride7 Bromide7 Magnesium7 Sodium7 Sulfate7 Tannin7 Zinc7 0.
Performance Data Background ARSENIC FACTS Arsenic (abbreviated As) can occur naturally in well water. There are two forms of arsenic: pentavalent arsenic [also called As (V), As (+5), and arsenate] and trivalent arsenic [also called As (III), As (+3), and arsenite]. Although both forms are potentially harmful to human health, trivalent arsenic is considered more harmful than pentavalent arsenic. In well water, arsenic may be pentavalent, trivalent, or a combination of both.
Inspect Shipment Keep the small parts in the parts bag until you are ready to install them. Your Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration System is shipped complete in one carton. Remove all items from your shipping carton. NOTE: Codes in the state of Massachusetts require installation by a licensed plumber and do not permit the use of saddle valves. Check all items against the packing list below. Note any items lost or damaged in shipment.
Plan Your Installation Read through the entire manual before beginning your installation. Follow all steps exactly. Reading this manual will also help you get all the benefits from your system. Your Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration System can be installed under a sink or in a remote location. Typical remote sites are a laundry room or utility room. Review the location options below and determine where you are going to install your system.
OVERVIEW Overview and Site Preparation PREPARE SITE FOR INSTALLATION 1. Before starting, close the hot and cold water shutoff valves (See Figure 6). Read through the entire manual before beginning your installation. 2. Temporarily place tank and filter assembly into planned location. Check position of items and space required for proper installation. Ensure tubes may be routed without kinking. There are seven steps to installing your Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration System.
Step A - Install Cold Water Supply Fitting CHOOSE TYPE OF WATER FITTING TO INSTALL Check and comply with local plumbing codes as you plan, then install a cold water supply fitting. Refer to the Specifications page for supply water requirements. The fitting must provide a leak-tight connection to the RO 1/4" tubing. A typical connection using the included water supply fitting is shown in Figure 6.. An optional connection using standard plumbing fittings (not included) is shown in Figure 7.
Step B - Install RO Drain Under Sink Under the Sink Installation INTRODUCTION A suitable drain point is needed for the drain water from the Reverse Osmosis filter. You have two options: Single Basin Sink Double Basin Sink • Install the Drain Adaptor included with your unit As shown in Figures 8-10, the drain adaptor is installed onto your sink’s drain pipe above the P-trap. This is normally used for under sink installations.
Step B - Install RO Drain in Remote Location Outside Faucet (Hard Water) Soft, Cold Water H a rd W ater Lin e Soft, Hot Water IMPORTANT: Allow adequate open space behind the water filtration system to avoid sharp bends or kinks in the tubing.
Step C - Install Storage Tank INSTALL STORAGE TANK Tank Nipple 1. Apply Teflon® tape (2 wraps clockwise) to the threads on the nipple at the top of the tank. See Fig 13. Tubing Connector Teflon® tape on threads 2. Locate the tubing connector. See Fig. 13. Slowly tighten the tubing connector onto the tank nipple 7-8 full turns, so as not to cross thread or overtighten. 3. Do not connect the tube at this time. This will occur later in the assembly. 4.
Step D - Install RO Faucet (cont.) INSTALL REVERSE OSMOSIS FAUCET 1. Locate and organize your RO faucet install parts. Refer to Fig. 15. 2. Mount faucet base to sink hole until the faucet base is flat against the sink surface. The rubber gasket should be between the sink surface and the faucet base. 3. Tighten the toggle bolts (use a screwdriver to tighten from above) until the base is firmly mounted to the sink surface. Do not overtighten. 4. Locate the 1/4" red tube and cut one end square. See Fig. 17.
Step E - Connect Tubes HOW TO CUT AND CONNECT THE TUBES Tube Cut tubes to length Cut tubing square with end of tubing round, smooth, with no cuts, nicks or flat spots. Your Reverse Osmosis system includes push-in fittings for quick tubing connection. Review the following instructions before connecting the tubes in the next step. Failure to follow these instructions may lead to future leaks. 1. Use a sharp cutter or knife to cut the end of tubing. Always cut the tubing square. See Fig. 17.
Step E - Connect Tubes (cont.) NOTE: Codes in the state of Massachusetts require installation by a licensed plumber and do not permit the use of saddle valves. If you live in the state of Massachusetts, review plumbing code 248-CMR of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts before proceeding with the installation. E 4” 1/ Sink P–Trap U BL HOT COLD 1/4” RE D Drain Adaptor 8” 3/ Water Supply Fitting 3/8” BLACK Tubing R G OW ELL Y ” 3/8 N EE NOTE: Tube colors match collet colors.
Step F - Sanitize, Test and Purge System SANITIZE THE SYSTEM Sanitizing is recommended immediately after installation of the Reverse Osmosis system. It’s also recommended after servicing inner parts. It is important that the person installing or servicing the system have clean hands while handling inner parts of the system. Complete the following steps to sanitize the system. See Fig. 23. 1. Make sure that the water supply to the Reverse Osmosis system is off. 2. Open the Reverse Osmosis faucet.
Step F - Sanitize, Test and Purge System (cont.) PRESSURE TEST THE SYSTEM NOTE: Complete the sanitizing procedures on the preceding page before pressure testing. Kitchen Faucet To pressure test the system, complete the following steps. 1. Open the water supply valve to the Reverse Osmosis system. 2. Purge air from the house plumbing by opening several house faucets. Close faucets when water runs smooth, with no spurting. Reverse Osmosis Faucet Cold Water Supply 3.
How Your RO Water System Works HOW YOUR REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEM WORKS Reverse Osmosis Faucet: The sink or countertop faucet has a hand operated knob to dispense drinking water. See Fig. 25. An air-gap is built into the faucet drain water connection to comply with plumbing codes. Introduction: Your Reverse Osmosis (RO) Water Filtration System uses your household water pressure to force water through three filters. Minerals and impurities are filtered out.
How Your RO Water System Works PRODUCT WATER FAUCET BL AC K Air Gap PRODUCT WATER Gravity Drain DRAIN WATER AUTOMATIC SHUTOFF WATER IN 6 Drain Flow Control Check Valve BLUE GREEN 1 POSTFILTER PREFILTER RED 5 8 RO MEMBRANE 2 3 7 PRODUCT WATER STORAGE YELLOW 4 Reverse Osmosis Water Flow Schematic Water Flow Description FIG. 25 1. Water enters prefilter. Sand, silt and other sediments are reduced. Chlorine is also reduced. See Fig. 25. 2.
Maintenance PREFILTER / POSTFILTER MAINTENANCE Register for reminders to change filters at whirlpoolwatersolutions.com NOTE: It is recommended to replace the battery, prefilter and postfilter cartridges at least every 6 months of product water use. Replace more often if they begin to plug with sediment. REVERSE OSMOSIS CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT The prefilter and postfilter are replaceable sediment cartridges with activated carbon in their composition. See Fig. 26.
DRAIN FLOW CONTROL Maintenance The flow control is required for proper operation of the Reverse Osmosis system. See Fig. 27. The flow control, located inside the push-in elbow fitting on the drain port of the Reverse Osmosis filter assembly, keeps water flowing through the membrane at the required rate. This ensures that the system produces the best quality product water.
Troubleshooting Problem: Chlorine taste and/or odor in the RO product water. Cause: The level of chlorine in your water supply Correction: If the water supply contains more than 2.0 ppm of chlorine, exceeds maximum limits, and has destroyed additional filtering of the water supply to the Reverse Osmosis the Reverse Osmosis membrane. is needed. Contact your local water supplier. Correct this condition before doing maintenance on the Reverse Osmosis system.
Exploded View 1 4 3 5 2 6 15 17 16 18 1/4” red tubing 7 14 8 9 10 20 19 Manufactured and warranted by Ecodyne Water Systems 1890 Woodlane Drive Woodbury, MN 55125 26 12 11 22 21 To order repair parts call toll free 1-866-986-3223.
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EXTEND YOUR WARRANTY: Register your Whirlpool® replacement filter and R.O. membrane purchases You can turn your R.O. system’s one year factory warranty into a lifetime warranty by registering your purchases of Whirlpool® replacement R.O. membrane and filter cartridges. See “Lifetime Warranty” below for details. WARRANTY REVERSE OSMOSIS WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM - MODEL WHAROS5 (not including filter cartridges and R.O.