Environmental Water Systems 5 Stage Reverse Osmosis Systems - Manual (Page 4)

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Q: I do not want to drill any extra holes or use a separate dispenser/faucet - what can I do?
A: Nothing. Reverse osmosis systems are limited to a separate dispenser.
WARNING: These systems manufacture a limited amount of water and therefore the connection to the
cold side of your sink faucet is an unavailable option. In addition, the water produced by a
reverse osmosis system is aggressive and would have adverse leaching effects on any
other metals (ie: brass, copper) other than stainless steel.
Note: Drinking water filtration systems are pass through systems and will allow this option. There
will be a diminishment in your flow rate to the cold side of the faucet (kitchen faucet has a
flow rate of up to 2.3 gallons per minute and the filtered water is delivered up to 1 gallon per
minute). To get filtered water you must be sure you have the faucet to the cold side only.
This application or option is not applicable for reverse osmosis systems.
Q: I would like to use another dispenser/faucet?
A: Based on many styles and finishes, a consumer may have another dispenser they would like to use.
No problem, all these items have universal or industry standard fittings, or if not, can be easily adapted to fit.
Always check with manufacturer for proper specifications.
Note: EWS, Inc. includes a standard chrome, long-reach, lead-free faucet with white tip, handle and
optional air gap adaptor. Be aware - an air gap may be code and required with a dispenser/
faucet installation.
Options: EWS provides the following options to match other items at an additional charge;
Change your white tip and handle to black
Change your white air gap adaptor to black
Change your faucet to the following finshes; white faucet (with white tip, handle and air gap),
satin nickel, polished nickel, polished brass, or oil rubbed bronze (all with black tip, handle and
air gap). Inquire with your local EWS, Inc. distributor, contact an authorized internet distributor
or visit us on the web (see page 4.2-25 for more details).
Q: Can we connect the filtered water up to other devices?
A: Yes, simply connect by a “T” connection, the filtered water line to any instant hot, chiller, ice-maker,
refrigerator, etc. Regarding flow rate, be mindful of too many (3 or more) connections. Also, any length of total
tubing in excess of 20 feet combined to tank, faucet, and all items may create issues with delivery rates**.
See our Point of Entry, Whole Home Appliances to filter all the fixtures within the home.
WARNING: Reverse osmosis may have warranty or restrictions with other devices, consult with other
manufacturer’s product information.
Note: **Tubing in excess of 20 feet is calculated by adding the length of tube from unit to tank
(yellow tubing) and the faucet outlet on unit to dispenser or other device (blue tubing). EWS,
Inc. supplies 5 feet of each type of tubing.
Q: Do I need to use the air gap adaptor?
A: Yes, if local code requires that an air gap be used. Since the unit is both connected to a potable water
supply and a drain, some code requires an air gap to prevent cross-contamination, similar to all
EWS point of entry systems, a dishwaher and/or washer machines. Care has to be taken with this
unit to make all the proper connections. Follow all local plumbing codes.
Dispenser/Faucet Q & A - Reverse Osmosis
Spout pulls out from faucet body that’s why it swivels. Spout has 2 o-rings at base and is inserted completely
into bottom of body to prevent leaking. Handle and tip can also be removed