Membrane maintenance – Purenex Multipure Aqua RO System User Manual

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Depressurize the system by turning off the water supply at the adapta valve and

turning valve on tank 1/4 turn.

Step

1

To change the membrane, use a 5/8” wrench to remove the Green

tube on the left side of the membrane housing (the end with only

one elbow).

Step

2

Remove the cap from the white horizontal membrane housing.

Use the hand tool shipped with the unit to loosen. Turn cap

counter-clockwise to loosen.

Step

3

Using a pair of pliers, grip and pull firmly on the membrane to

remove from the housing and discard in your normal refuse.

Step

4

Unwrap new membrane and lubricate the o-rings with water soluble

lubrication before inserting into housing. Insert end with the two

black O-rings into the membrane housing.

Step

5

Once membrane has been inserted into the housing, you must take

your thumbs and give a firm push to properly seat the membrane. Replace membrane

housing cap and tighten. Use the hand tool to tighten, but do not OVERTIGHTEN.

NOTE:

To be properly seated, the tip of the membrane must be below the housing edge.

Step

6

After replacing membrane housing into clips, attach the green tube to the elbow on cap

using a 5/8” wrench.

Step

7

The flow restrictor must be changed each time you change the membrane. Replace the

existing flow restrictor with the new one by removing the white compression nuts. Be sure

to orientate the flow with the arrow pointing toward the faucet.

Step

8

Follow Start Up instructions to restart your system.

Membrane Maintenance

Membranes have a life expectancy of between 2 and 3 years, depending on the incoming water conditions

and the amount of water processed through the RO membrane.

Normally, a membrane would be replaced during a semi-annual or annual filter change. However, if at any

time you notice a reduction in water production or an unpleasant taste in the reverse osmosis water, it

could be time to replace the membrane.

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