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Page 2 - SAFETY GUIDES; hot; . This flush removes the preservative. The

2 SAFETY GUIDES Rev B SAFETY GUIDES Read and follow all steps and guides carefully before installing and using your reverse osmosis system. Do not use this product to make safe drinking water from non-potable water sources. Do not use the system on microbiologically unsafe water, or water of unknown...

Page 3 - THE BASIC REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEM; BEFORE INSTALLING THE RO SYSTEM; For optimal system performance, use the system for at least; DO NOT; connect a pressurized storage tank to

THE BASIC REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEM 3 Rev B THE BASIC REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEM Your Merlin™ Reverse Osmosis (RO) Drinking Water System is a water treatment unit. It uses water pressure to reverse a natural physical process called osmosis. Water, under pressure, is forced through a semi-permeable membrane...

Page 4 - REVERSE OSMOSIS PACKAGE; included in the standard package. Contact your system supplier.

4 THE BASIC REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEM Rev B REVERSE OSMOSIS PACKAGE The reverse osmosis system is purchased as an installation kit. Before starting installation check that the following components are available: Quantity Item Part Number 1 Manifold 1244617 1 Support Leg 1239708 1 Locking Bar 1239731 1 ...

Page 5 - LOCATION OF SYSTEM; Water Supply

THE BASIC REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEM 5 Rev B LOCATION OF SYSTEM The reverse osmosis system is designed for installation under a sink, usually in the kitchen or bathroom. The RO assembly can be placed on the cabinet floor in any position that does not apply pressure on the disconnect elbows. The RO produ...

Page 6 - Drain Connection; - Depending on plumbing codes, the waste water

6 THE BASIC REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEM Rev B Drain Connection - Depending on plumbing codes, the waste water may need to go to drain through an anti-siphon air gap. A detachable faucet air gap is included with the system. If discharging into the utility sink or standpipe, an air gap of greater than 1.5 ...

Page 7 - Figure 2 Typical Basement Installation

THE BASIC REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEM 7 Rev B Figure 2 Typical Basement Installation

Page 8 - REQUIRED TOOLS AND MATERIALS; STEP 1: INSTALL COLD WATER SUPPLY VALVE

8 THE BASIC REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEM Rev B REQUIRED TOOLS AND MATERIALS • Adjustable wrench, and larger adjustable jaw pliers or pipe wrench to fit sink drain • Saw for cutting drain pipe • Slotted and Phillips head screwdrivers • Tubing cutters • Electric drill and bits for cutting the faucet mountin...

Page 9 - STEP 2: INSTALL DRAIN ADAPTER; The adapter installs directly to the sink tailpiece.; STEP 3: INSTALL FAUCET; or counter and that there is space underneath for tubing.

THE BASIC REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEM 9 Rev B STEP 2: INSTALL DRAIN ADAPTER Follow the instructions in the Appendix for installation of the Drain Boa™. The drain adapter is designed to fit 1-1/2-inch (3.8 cm) sink drain pipe. The adapter installs directly to the sink tailpiece. STEP 3: INSTALL FAUCET A. ...

Page 10 - STEP 4: MAKE TUBING CONNECTIONS

10 THE BASIC REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEM Rev B B. Assemble Faucet The tubing and fasteners are assembled to the faucet before the faucet is placed in position. If not using the air gap module, skip to step #3. 1. If the air gap feature is used, place the gasket in position on the faucet. 2. Add the air g...

Page 11 - Figure 4 Side View and Cutaway of Tubing Fitting; Postfilter; For optimal system performance, we recommend using

THE BASIC REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEM 11 Rev B Figure 4 Side View and Cutaway of Tubing Fitting Postfilter Install the postfilter inline with the blue permeate tubing. Secure tubing with collet lock clips. Drain Adapter The drain adapter has a rubber inlet that accepts the 3/8-inch black drain tube or th...

Page 12 - STEP 5: INSTALL RO ASSSEMBLY; Figure 5 Merlin RO Assembly

12 THE BASIC REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEM Rev B Feed Water Valve (Not Supplied) The feed water valve attaches to a nearby cold water supply line. The installer will determine the type and size of valve that will be installed. This valve connects to the 1/2-inch natural tubing. Flush Tank (Optional) If the...

Page 14 - STEP 6 SYSTEM STARTUP

14 THE BASIC REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEM Rev B When all of the connections have been made, use the locking bar to hold the fittings in position. Match the symbols on the locking bar to the corresponding symbols on the manifold. Figure 6 Locking Bar STEP 6 SYSTEM STARTUP 1. Inspect all connections. 2. If ...

Page 15 - TO CARE FOR THE RO SYSTEM; REPLACEMENT OF PREFILTER AND POSTFILTER

TO CARE FOR THE RO SYSTEM 15 Rev B 3. Check for leaks. 4. Purge the system. Open the faucet and run the water through the RO system for one hour. The RO system is now ready for use. TO CARE FOR THE RO SYSTEM The components of the RO system are designed to function with minimal maintenance. However, ...

Page 16 - Rev B

16 REPLACEMENT OF THE PREFILTER, POSTFILTER, AND RO MEMBRANE ELEMENTS Rev B REPLACEMENT OF THE PREFILTER, POSTFILTER, AND RO MEMBRANE ELEMENTS 1. Turn off the water supply to the RO System. 2. Reduce system water pressure by opening the faucet. 3. Disconnect locking bar and place the fittings (with ...

Page 19 - The RO system is now ready for use.

REPLACEMENT OF THE PREFILTER, POSTFILTER, AND RO MEMBRANE ELEMENTS 19 Rev B 16. Check for any system leaks. The RO system is now ready for use. NOTE: If the two RO membrane elements were replaced the system should be flushed for one hour. This flush removes the food grade preservative from the eleme...

Page 20 - APPENDIX

Page 21 - MERLIN COMPONENTS

MERLIN COMPONENTS 21 Rev B MERLIN COMPONENTS OnDemand R O

Page 22 - MERLIN PARTS LIST; REPLACEABLE CARTRIDGES; Part Number

22 MERLIN PARTS LIST Rev B MERLIN PARTS LIST REPLACEABLE CARTRIDGES Spare parts are available through your installing water treatment dealer. Part Number Description 1255052 Complete Merlin system 1239705 Sump - interchangeable for all 3 positions 1244617 Manifold - complete 1239708 Support Leg 1240...

Page 23 - ACCESSORIES

MERLIN PARTS LIST 23 Rev B ACCESSORIES NON-STOCKED INDIVIDUAL COMPONENTS Spare parts are available through your installing water treatment dealer. Part Number Description 1261345 Merlin Flush Kit (Accumulator tank and 1/4-inch tubing) 1240619 1/4-inch Blue Tubing - 500 foot roll - John Guest Brand 1...

Page 24 - DIMENSIONS; Performance Specifications; Minimum

24 DIMENSIONS Rev B DIMENSIONS Performance Specifications 1 , 2 Minimum Maximum Average Permeate Flow Rate 0.33 gals/min (1.25 Lpm) 0.75 gals/min (2.84 Lpm) 0.50 gals/min (1.89 Lpm) TDS Rejection (NaCl) 3 90% 99% 93% Minimum and Maximum Operating ConditionsCondition Minimum Maximum Inlet Pressure 40...

Page 26 - SPECIFIC CONTAMINANT PERFORMANCE; Contaminant

26 DIMENSIONS Rev B SPECIFIC CONTAMINANT PERFORMANCE Testing performed under standard laboratory conditions. Actual results may vary. Contaminant Influent (avg. mg/L) Effluent (ave. mg/L) Effluent (max. mg/L) Ave % Reduction Arsenic a a. This system has been tested for the treatment of water contain...

Page 27 - SYSTEM PERFORMANCE RATING:; Minimum and Maximum Operating Conditions; System manufactured by:; Inlet Water Condition

DIMENSIONS 27 Rev B SYSTEM PERFORMANCE RATING: Average System Recovery means the percentage of the influent water to the membrane portion of the system that is available to the user as reverse osmosis treated water when operated as designed (without a pressurized storage tank). Average System Effici...

Page 28 - Contact your installing dealer for spare parts or service: