IonWays RO System Installation & Service Manual

Brand: IonWays

Model: RO System

Type: Installation & Service Manual

Thank you for choosing the

IonWays Reverse Osmosis

Drinking Water System

Includes Remineralization

System tested and certified by WQA against NSF/NSI Standard 58 for the reduction of Arsenic, Barium, Copper,

Cyst, Fluoride, Hexavalent Chromium, Lead, Radium 226/228, Selenium, TDS, and Trivalent Chromium.

Installation & Service Manual

Thank you for choosing the IonWays Reverse Osmosis Drinking Water System. With proper care your water

filtration system will produce high quality drinking water for many years.

Read carefully and follow the instructions in this manual before proceeding with the actual installation. Pay

particular attention to all warnings, cautions and notes. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or damage

to the equipment or other property. System and installation need to comply with state and local laws and

regulations. If you have any questions, please contact us at 775-324-2400 option 2.

CHECK LIST:

1.) Reverse Osmosis Unit.

2.) Water storage tank, 6 gallon capacity.

3.) Four colored tubings (black, red, yellow, blue ¼”) 4 feet each color.

4.) Installation kit: tank ball valve, drain saddle valve, feed water valve, faucet assembly.

5.) Manual and warranties.

6.) Optional: Undersink Kit (Sold Separately)

Optional Under Sink Kit

Sold Separately

RECOMMENDED TOOLS LIST:

• Variable speed drill

• 1/8” and 1/4 “ drill bit ½” and 9/16 open-end wrenches (or adjustable)

• 7/16” drill bit and 9/16 open-end wrench (or adjustable)

• Phillips screwdriver

• Utility knife

• Teflon tape

This reverse osmosis system contains a replaceable treatment component critical for effective reduction of total

dissolved solids. The product water shall be tested periodically to verify the system is performing satisfactorily.

System Tested and Certified by the Water Quality Association against NSF/ASNI Standard 58 for the reduction of

Arsenic, Barium, Cadmium, Copper, Cyst, Hexavalent Chromium, Lead, Radium 226/228, Selenium, TDS,

Trivalent Chromium. Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate

disinfection before or after the system. Systems certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected water that

may contain filterable cysts.

IonWays R/O Filtration Diagram

SPECIFICATIONS:

1st Stage: Sediment Filter, 5 micron, 10” – 6-12 months

2nd Stage: Carbon Filter, 5 micron, 10” – 6-12 months

3rd. Stage: DOW-TFC membrane, 100 GPD@ 60 PSI – 18-24 months

4th Stage: IonWays Remineralizer w/Carbon - 6-12 months

Auto shut off valve

Operating Pressure: 50-90 PSI

Operating Temperature: 40-100 F

The following table is to be used if you intend to connect the Reverse Osmosis system to your ionizer installed on

top of the counter. IonWays also offers an optional double spouted faucet that is fed from the ionizer installed

under the sink. If you are using the double spouted faucet, do not use the blue hose and connect either of the

black tubes on the faucet to the R/O system where the blue hose is located.

4 Connections Item No.

Color of

Tubing

Description

A To Ionizer FU-EDF-103-3NSF Blue

R/O Water to the Ionizer through

Countertop

B Feed Water Valve W-WWC-1, W-WNV-4 Red Feed Water to RO System

C Tank Ball Valve VV-BLP014WJG Yellow RO Water to Storage Tank

D Drain Connector VV-DSP014/3 Black Discharge Water to Drain

Please follow all plumbing codes in your area.

Remineralizer

REMINERALIZER CARTRIDGE

The water experts at IonWays have created systems and products to take advantage of the best of R/O –

contaminant free water – by installing our remineralizer as a pre-filter before the ionizer. To make it possible to

ionize “pure” water (natural or man-made), IonWays has perfected the Remineralization Technology to add a

healthy blend of bicarbonates and organic forms of calcium, magnesium and other trace elements to the water

before ionization. Our unique remineralizer is a proprietary blend of organic and inorganic minerals that also

provides over 70 trace elements. A partial list of minerals/trace elements in the organic mineral source are:

Beryllium

Calcium

Carbon

Cerium

Cesium

Germanium

Holmium

Magnesium

Molybdenum

Neodymium

Niobium

Osmium

Palladium

Potassium

Praseodymium

Rhenium

Rhodium

Rubidium

Ruthenium

Samarium

Scandium

Sodium

Strontium

Tantalum

Tellurium

Terbium

Thallium

Vanadium

Yttrium

Zirconium

Fitting Installation Instructions

Many of the connections needed on your IonWays R/O system are quick connect. Inserting and removing the

tubing is simple to do if the following instructions are followed:

MAKE A CLEAN TUBE CUT

Cut the tube squarely and if using plastic tubing, ensure that making the cut has not flattened the tube. It needs to

be round and cut squarely. Also ensure that the tube has a smooth outside diameter without any burrs or score

marks prior to inserting it into the fitting.

INSERT TUBE INTO FITTING

Push the tubing through the collar and dual o-rings until it bottoms out against the tube stop.

TEST AND INSPECT

Push and pull the tubing toward and away from the fitting to ensure that it has been installed properly (tug it to test

the connection). Test and inspect the installation for any leaks.

TUBE REMOVAL

Relieve pressure from the tubing and fitting by shutting off the water supply. Push uniformly around the collar

flange against the fitting body while pulling the tubing away from the fitting to release it.

RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE

It is recommended that installations are inspected at least annually and parts replaced as needed.

Tapping Into Cold Water Line

Caution: The water supply to your unit MUST be from the COLD WATER LINE. Hot water will severely

damage your R.O. System.

1.) Locate the cold water angle shut off valve underneath the sink and turn it off. Open cold water faucet to

release the pressure. On single handed faucets, the hot water may have to be turned off to prevent any

hot water cross over. If water continues to come out of faucet with angle valve turned off, the house main

will have to be turned off. Care must be taken for appliances that may be damaged by an interrupted

water supply.

2.) Easy Connector (Cold Water Supply Connector )

Your R/O system and the optional Undersink Faucet both come with a cold water connector. The style

that comes with the optional faucet is the most convenient to use. The Cold Water Supply Connector is

1/2" male x 1/2" female NPT, which is the size of most cold water lines under the sink. Under most sinks

is a flexible braided stainless steel line attached to the hard copper tubing that is part of your faucet.

Simply disconnect water lines where the braided hose connects to the hard copper and install the cold

water connector shown below. Make sure to reinstall any gaskets on both sides of the Cold Water

Connector. Insert the Red Tube from the R/O system into the ¼” quick connect on this cold water supply

connector.

Standard Connector w/R/O Optional Connector w/Faucet Kit

Mounting the Tank Ball Valve

Note: With the tank empty, use the valve on the tank to check the air pressure. Set it at 11-13 psi.

1.) Unplug the plastic cap on the top of the tank.

2.) Wrap the thread 3 times with plumbers (Teflon) tape only.

3.) Connect the ball valve to the thread. Make sure it is tight but not over-tight.

4.) Connect the yellow tubing to the tank ball valve.

5.) Turn the tank ball valve off.

Mounting the Drain Clamp

The drain clamp (VV-DSP014/3) will fit most standard drain pipe 1-1/4”. It should be installed above the trap and

on the vertical tailpiece.

1.) Position the drain saddle in desired location, mark spot through thread outlet, and remove saddle.

2.) Drill ¼” (6.3mm) hole into the drain pipe above the water line of trap.

3.) Align the hole drilled in the drain pipe with the drain saddle using a drill bit or other narrow straight object

and tighten clamp.

4.) Make sure to align drain saddle to drilled hole. Attach drain saddle to drain pipe and tighten the two

screws evenly.

5.) Connect black tubing to drain clamp.

Installation of IonWays UnderSink Kit (Optional)

Included in your new under sink kit is:

1.) (1) Patent Pending double spouted faucet

2.) (1) Metal Cold Water Connector w/ Shut off

(Connect to Cold Water) ASVPP1

3.) (1) Alternate Color Faucet Base

4.) (1) Light Grey 90o Fitting

(Connect to Acidic Spout)

5.) (1) Dark Grey Threaded Fitting

(Connect to Alkaline Spout)

Attaching to cold water pipe:

1.) You will want to maintain access to the Control Panel on the ionizer. Place the ionizer close to the front of

the cabinet. A template is included for installation on the cabinet wall if you desire.

2.) Attach the threaded fitting for the Alkaline Spout (see drawing above) into the top of your ionizer as a

replacement for the flexible stainless steel tube. (Do not over-tighten, if needed use Teflon tape)

3.) Push the larger sized opening on the 90o Acid Spout fitting onto the Acidic Water Outlet.

4.) Install the faucet into an existing hole, or by cutting an inch and a half hole in your counter top, or sink.

(be sure that the faucet will clear the sink)

5.) Turn off your cold water supply line

. Attach the cold water connecter to the cold water supply line.

Hooking up the faucet:

1.) Drill 1 ½” hole in countertop if one does not already

exist. Typically the hole for a soap dispenser can

also be used.

2.) Install the faucet and base plate on top of counter

3.) One BLACK line goes to the Remineralizing

Cartridge (Stage 4 in R/O diagram, page 3)

4.) The other BLACK one goes to the water inlet on the

ionizer. The two black lines are interchangeable.

5.) The BLUE goes to the alkaline top spout.

6.) The RED goes to the acidic outlet.

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System Start Up

1.) Turn on the cold water supply and the under sink feed water valve (VV-WNV-4) but close the tank ball

valve (VV-BLP014WJG).

2.) Open double spouted faucet (FU-WDF-103-3NSF) for continuous flow.

3.) Check system for leaks. Tighten as necessary.

4.) After 10-30 minutes, the water will start to drip out of the RO faucet. Let it drip for about 10 minutes and

then flip the handle to the closed position. TURN ON THE TANK BALL VALVE NOW. It will now take

several hours (2-3) for the storage tank to fill, depending on the local water pressure.

DO NOT DRINK THE WATER FROM THE FIRST TANK PRODUCED BY YOUR NEWLY PURCHASED

SYSTEM!

5.) After the tank is full, you will notice that the water stops. Flush the system by placing the double spouted

faucet in the open position until the water is completely discharged (leave ionizer turned off).

6.) Upon complete discharge of storage tank, flip handle to closed position of the faucet and let the refilling

process begin. This process could take 2-3 hours to complete.

7.) After the second tank is filled, turn on the ionizer and allow it to purge by running it for one minute before

getting a glass of water.

8.) Check for leaks daily for the first week and periodically thereafter.

9.) You may notice that the water may be milky colored during the first week. It is the air bubbled in the

water. It is normal and safe.

NOTE:

1.) Do not use RO System with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without

adequate disinfection before or after the system. Systems certified for cyst reduction may be used

on disinfected water that may contain filterable cysts.

2.) This reverse osmosis system contains a replaceable component critical to the efficiency of the

system. Replacement of the reverse osmosis component should be with one of identical

specifications, as defined by the manufacturer, to assure the same efficiency and contaminant

reduction performance.

3.) IonWays accepts no responsibility for any consequences that arise due to the installation

process.

Item #

Description

802

RO Tank

803

RO Sediment Cartridge

804

RO Carbon Cartridge

805

RO Membrane

806

RO Remineralizer Cartridge

WARNING: Never use hot water or allow unit to freeze.

WARNING: Incorrect installation will VOID the warranty.

PERFORMANCE DATA SHEET

Function:

Arsenic Reduction

Cadmium Reduction

Cyst Reduction

Hexavalent Chromium Reduction

Radium 226/228 Reduction

TDS Reduction

Barium Reduction

Copper Reduction

Fluoride Reduction

Lead Reduction

Selenium Reduction

Trivalent Chromium Reduction

While testing was performed under standard laboratory conditions, actual performance may vary.

General Installation /Operation/Maintenance Requirements

• Installation needs to comply with state and local laws and regulations

• Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection

before or after system. Systems certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected water that may

contain filterable cysts.

• This reverse osmosis system contains a replaceable treatment component critical for effective reduction

of total dissolved solids. The product water shall be tested periodically to verify that system is performing

satisfactorily.

PERFORMANCE DATA SHEET REQUIREMENTS

Substance

Influent challenge

Concentration mg/L

Maximum permissible product

Water concentration mg/L

Average Percent

Reduction

Arsenic

(pentavalent)

0.30 ± 10%

0.010

99.3%

Barium

10.0 ± 10%

2.0

98.5%

Cadmium

0.03 ± 10%

0.005

98.1%

Chromium

(hexavalent)

0.3 ± 10%

0.1

97.7%

Chromium

(trivalent)

0.3 ± 10%

0.1

99%

Copper

0.3 ± 10%

1.3

98.7%

Fluoride

8.0 ± 10%

1.5

95.5%

Lead

0.15 ± 10%

0.010

98.1%

Radium 226/228

25 pCi/L ± 10%

5pCi/L

80%

Selenium

0.1 ± 10%

0.05

>94%

TDS

750 ± 40 mg/L

187

System tested and certified by WAQ against NSF/ANSI

Standard 58 for the reduction of Arsenic, Barium, Copper,

Cyst, Fluoride, Hexavalent Chromium, Lead, Radium

226/228, Selenium, TDS, Trivalent Chromium

Conforms to NSF/ANSI 58 for pentavalent arsenic

Reduction. See performance data sheet and Arsenic Facts

section for an explanation.

ARSENIC FACTS

Arsenic (abbreviated As) is found naturally in some well water. Arsenic in water has no color, taste or odor. It

must be measured by a lab test. Public water utilities must have their water tested for arsenic. You can get the

results from your water utility. If you have your own well, you can have the water tested. The local health

department or the state environmental health agency can provide a list of certified labs. Information about arsenic

in water can be found on the internet at the US Environmental Protection Agency website:

www.epa.gov/safewater.aresenic.html.

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). In well water, arsenic may be pentavalent, trivalent or a combination of

both. Special sampling procedures are needed for a lab to determine what type and how much of each type of

arsenic is in the water. Check with the labs in your area to see if they can provide this type of service.

Reverse osmosis (RO) water treatment systems do not remove trivalent arsenic from water very well. RO

systems are very effective at removing pentavalent arsenic. A free chlorine residual will rapidly convert trivalent

arsenic to pentavalent arsenic. Other water treatment chemicals such as ozone and potassium permanganate will

also change trivalent arsenic to pentavalent arsenic. A combined chlorine residual (also called chloramines) may

not covert all the trivalent arsenic. If you get your water from a public water utility, contact the utility to find out if

free chlorine or combined chlorine is used in the water system.

The IonWays RO Systems are designed to remove pentavalent arsenic. It will not convert trivalent arsenic to

pentavalent arsenic. The system was tested in a lab. Under those conditions, the system reduced 0.3 mg/L to

0.05 mg/L (pentavalent arsenic to 0.01 mg/L) (the USEPA standard for drinking water) or less. The performance

of the system may be different at your installation. Have the treated water tested for arsenic to check if the system

is working properly.

The RO components of the IonWays systems must be replaced (see service life for the filters) to ensure the

system will continue to remove pentavalent arsenic. See component list below.

Item #

Description

802

RO Tank

803

RO Sediment Cartridge

804

RO Carbon Cartridge

805

RO Membrane

806

RO Remineralizer Cartridge

Reverse Osmosis Water Purification System

LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY

1. WHAT YOUR WARRANTY COVERS

Our manufacturer warranties this system for the original owner to be free of defects in material and workmanship

from the date of manufacture for two years as follows:

1.) Within two years of purchase, replace the defective parts (excluding the replaceable filters) at no charge.

2.) The replaceable filters are warranted for defects in material and workmanship only. Service life of

replaceable filter varies with local water and is thus not warranted.

2. CONDITIONS OF WARRANTY

1.) System must be maintained and serviced with approved replacement parts and filters. The performance

and function of your drinking water system is directly related to the quality of the water being treated and

the particular application in which it is used. Therefore, IonWays’ liability is limited to consequential

damages of any kind. This warranty gives you special legal rights and you may also have other rights

which vary from state to state.

2.) Systems must be installed and operated in accordance with recommended procedures and guidelines.

3. WHAT IONWAYS REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEMS WILL NOT DO:

1.) Warranty is void if product failure or damage result from freezing, neglect, misapplication, fouling with

sediment or scale or failure to operate the system in accordance with the instructions contained in the

owner’s manual.

2.) The following operating conditions must also be followed for this warranty to be valid.

• Operating pressure between 50-90 PSI

• Operating temperature between 40-100ºF

• The hardness of the water cannot exceed 15 grains per gallon or 256 ppm

• Iron must be less than 0.3 ppm

• The pH of the water must not be lower than 3 or higher than 11

• Incoming Total Dissolved Solids not to exceed 1000 ppm

4. OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE

To obtain warranty service, please call (775) 324-2400, Option 2 to have a Return Merchandise Authorization

Number (RMA#) assigned to your return. No return can be accepted without our prior authorization. Ship

your Reverse Osmosis unit (less the tank) with freight and insurance prepaid along with proof of the date of

original purchase and RMA # clearly identified on shipping box to:

IonWays Returns Dept.

8745 Technology Way Ste. C,

Reno, NV 89521

5. LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS:

IonWays will not be responsible for any implied warranties, including those of merchantability and fitness for a

particular purpose. IonWays will not be responsible for any incidental or consequential damages, including travel

expense, telephone charges, loss of revenue, loss of time, inconvenience, loss of use of the equipment and

damage caused by the equipment and its failure to function properly. This warranty sets forth all of IonWays

responsibilities regarding this equipment.

IonWays RO System Installation & Service Manual

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Model: RO System

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