Step 8 Refrigerator Ice Maker Hook Up; Step 9 Recommended Filter Service Life - Krystal Pure KR5 Manual Del Propietário

2. Open the tank ball valve by turning handle a ¼
turn toward the tubing. Let tank fill for 4 to 6
hours (if you are changing filters, your tank may
already be full, so you would not need to wait).
Then turn on R/O faucet and drain tank com-
pletely, (approx. 5 minutes). Shut R/O faucet
off, allow tank to refill, and drain again in 4 to
6 hours. The R/O system is shipped with a food
grade preservative and must be flushed out pri-
or to use. DO NOT DRINK THE R/O WATER
UNTIL TANK HAS BEEN DRAINED TWICE.
3. Shut R/O faucet off and let system fill again.
R/O water is now ready for use.
IMPORTANT: Check carefully for small leaks every
few hours for the first few days to assure there are
no leaks. It is wise on any R/O system to inspect for
leaks since the system sits unseen underneath your
sink and a small leak may not be detected with-
out close inspection. Check for leaks occasionally
thereafter and make adjustments as necessary
STEP 8 REFRIGERATOR ICE MAKER
HOOK UP
1. If there is not an ice-line from the R/O to the
refrigerator, you may choose to run an ice-line
so that your ice and water dispenser will have
filtered water. If the distance from the refrig-
erator to the R/O is more than 50 ft., we rec-
ommend 3/8" polypropylene or polyethylene
tubing for best results. DO NOT USE COPPER
(Be sure you have the recommended water
pressure to your ice maker according to the
refrigerator manufacturer's specifications.) 3/8"
tubing, a supplemental storage tank, more R/O
air pressure, or different usage patterns, may be
required to supply adequate pressure!
2. Connect tube (not included) to appropriate re-
frigerator connection and to a plastic "T" fitting
(not included) spliced into the 3/8" blue tube
between the post filter and faucet. It is recom-
mended to install a ball valve on the tube to the
refrigerator for service and start up purposes.
Keep ball valve off until start up procedures are
completed and R/O tank is completely full after
the second tank draining.
IMPORTANT: Never turn on icemaker before
R/O tank is full of water to avoid damaging refrig-
erator solenoid. If your refrigerator has a water
dispenser in the door, upon initial start-up you
will need to depress the water supply lever 2 to 3
minutes before the water will dispense.
STEP 9 RECOMMENDED FILTER
SERVICE LIFE
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The types of filters listed below vary depending
on R/O system style. The manufacturer provides
very high capacity carbon filters and replace-
ment intervals are based on our filters. Other
filters may not have the same capacity as origi-
nal factory filters and may not last as long. Water
conditions vary greatly by region and can affect
filter change intervals. For filter change interval
recommendations, follow the guidelines below.
If in doubt, contact the manufacturer.
Sediment Pre-filter: These are the only filter(s)
that you can visually inspect. They are white
when new and will turn dark with dirt and sedi-
ment when changing is necessary. A water soft-
ener will extend the life of the filter(s). Inspect ev-
ery 6 months or sooner in bad water conditions.
Carbon Pre-filter: These filters should be
changed at least once a year. Changing these fil-
ters is necessary to help insure membrane life and
water quality. Use of high capacity carbon block
filters is recommended. Granular carbon filters
are not recommended because they release ex-
cessive carbon fines at initial start-up, which can
reduce the life of the membrane element.
R/O Membrane: The R/O membrane element is
a replaceable component critical for effective re-
duction of TDS (Total Dissolved Solids). The R/O
membrane should be changed when TDS rejection
rate falls below 75%. The rejection rate should be
tested periodically to insure optimal performance.
The membrane typically lasts 2-5 years depending
on influent water quality and hardness. See perfor-
mance indicator information listed below.*
Carbon Post-filter/Carbon M.A.P.™ Filter: These
filters need to be changed at least every 12
months to insure quality water. Do not wait until
taste is a problem.
*Performance indicator. The R/O system contains
a replaceable treatment component critical for ef-
fective reduction of TDS (Total Dissolved Solids).
The product water shall be tested periodically to
verify that the system is performing properly. Test-
ing can be accomplished by contacting the service
company that installed your R/O system or an au-
thorized dealer. If a service company is not avail-
able in your area a water sample may be sent to
AmeriFlow™ for a free TDS test of your R/O water.
Additionally a water quality monitor is available
for purchase from the manufacturer that will allow
the product water to be tested at home.
To send water samples for TDS testing to the man-
ufacturer do the following. Using 2 clean contain-
ers put approximately ½ cup of tap water in one