Watts GTS450 Installation, Operation & Maintenance Manual - Drain Saddle Installation -

Summary of GTS450

  • Page 1

    Page 1 warning: please read carefully before proceeding with installation. Failure to follow attached instructions or operating parameters may lead to the product’s failure. Refer to enclosed warranty for operating parameters to ensure proper use with your water supply. © watts 2010 m-wqp-gts-1041 i...

  • Page 2

    Page 2 thank you for your purchase of a state of the art 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. There may also...

  • Page 3: Table of Contents

    Page 3 with proper installation and maintenance, this system will provide you with high quality water for years to come. All of our water enhancement products are rigorously tested by independent laboratories for safety and reliability. Table of contents operational parameters .........................

  • Page 4: Operational Parameters

    Page 4 do not use with water that is micro biologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system. System is intended to be installed on the cold water line only. 1 tank – white (plastic or metal) 1 faucet bag 1 module – white (filters pre-installed) 1 man...

  • Page 5

    Page 5 how to use the quick connect fittings on your ro system to make a connection, the tube is simply pushed into the fitting. The unique locking system holds the tube firmly in place without deforming it or restricting flow. Use the steps below in reference to any quick connect tube connections t...

  • Page 6: Adapt-A-Valve Installation

    Page 6 make sure the surroundings of the sink are cooled before mounting the faucet to the sink after drilling and remove all sharp edges. Step 3 step 4 determine desired location for the ro faucet on your sink and place a piece of masking tape over where the hole is to be drilled. Mark the center o...

  • Page 7

    Page 7 typical ro faucet installation 3/8” blue tubing from ro module 1/4” red line to ro module 3/8” blue tubing from ro module drinking feed tube connection non air gap faucet locate the 3/8” threaded quick connect fitting in the parts bag. After the faucet has been mounted, thread the fitting on ...

  • Page 8: Drain Saddle Installation -

    Page 8 drain saddle installation - fits standard 1 ¼” – 1 ½” drain pipes step 13 step 14 step 15 the drain saddle must be mounted at least 1 ½” above the nut of the p-trap or cross bar from the garbage disposal to insure proper drainage. Assemble the drain saddle around the drain pipe at the best av...

  • Page 9

    Page 9 step 20 green tube connection - feed water step 19 connect the green tube to the ro module quick connect elbow on the left side of the unit. Remove a brass nut, plastic sleeve and brass insert from the parts bag. To assemble, place the brass nut on the green tube first, then the sleeve (small...

  • Page 10: Start Up Instructions

    Page 10 start up instructions if you have connected your ro system to a refrigerator / ice maker, make sure the ice maker is off (do not allow water to flow to the ice maker) until flushing (step 4) is complete and the tank has been allowed to fill completely. Connection from the ro to the ice maker...

  • Page 11: 6 Month System Maintenance

    Page 11 6 month system maintenance step 1 step 3 let system sit for one minute after the tank is empty to let the system depressurize before attempting to remove filter housings. Items needed: √ stage 1 - sediment filter √ stage 2 & 3 - carbon block filter - stage 3 only on the gts550s turn off the ...

  • Page 12: Annual Maintenance

    Page 12 annual maintenance step 1 √ stage 1 - sediment filter √ stage 2 & 3 - carbon block filter - stage 3 only on the gts550s √ stage 5 - 10” final polishing filter √ 1/2 cup of hydrogen peroxide or common household bleach. Note: sanitizing of unit is recommended. Perform steps 1 through 5 in the ...

  • Page 13: Membrane Replacement

    Page 13 membrane replacement step 5 step 6 step 7 step 8 this reverse osmosis system contains a replaceable component (the ro membrane) which is critical to the efficiency of the system. Replacement of this reverse osmosis membrane should be with one of identical specifications to assure the same ef...

  • Page 14

    Page 14 once all water in the tank is purged, check air pressure using an air pressure gauge, it should read between 5 - 7 psi. (digital air pressure gauge is recommended) check air pressure in the tank important: step 3 check air pressure only when tank is empty of water! Step 1 turn off the incomi...

  • Page 15: Trouble Shooting

    Page 15 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. Make sure water supply is turned on and adapta valve is all the way open. Crimps in tubing check t...

  • Page 16

    Page 16 5 stage reverse osmosis system third filter bowl on gts550s system only.

  • Page 17

    Page 17 recommended replacement parts and change intervals: note: depending on incoming feed water conditions replacement time frame may vary. Description part # change time frame sediment filter, 5 micron, 9 7/8”: #fpmb5-978 6 months carbon block, 5 micron, 9 3/4”: #wcbcs975 6 months in-line carbon...

  • Page 18: Arsenic Fact Sheet

    Page 18 arsenic (as) is a naturally occurring contaminant found in many ground waters. Arsenic in water has no color, taste or odor. It must be measured by an arsenic test kit or lab test. Public water utilities must have their water tested for arsenic. You can obtain the results from your water uti...

  • Page 19: Service Record

    Page 19 service record date of purchase:__________ date of install:___________ installed by:__________________ notes: date 1st stage sediment (6 months) 2 nd stage carbon (6 months) 3rd stage carbon (6 months) * w500s only final filter carbon (1 year) tfm membrane (2-5 years).

  • Page 20: Limited Warranty

    Page 20 limited warranty what your warranty covers: if any part of your reverse osmosis system is defective in workmanship (excluding replaceable filters and membranes), return unit after obtaining a return authorization (see below), less tank, within 1 year of original retail purchase, watts will r...