Water Factory Systems SQC 4 - Manual (Page 5)

INTRODUCTION
This manual explains the installation, operation and maintenance of the Water Factory
Systems
™ SQC Series Reverse Osmosis (RO) Drinking Water Appliances. Please read each
section of this manual carefully. The specific model chosen should be appropriate for the
local water conditions and the customer’s needs. Check the Performance Data Sheet for the
performance characteristics and the conditions of use.
The Water Factory Systems undercounter RO drinking water appliances are designed to
connect permanently to a home plumbing system. To ensure that the installation conforms to
your state and local plumbing codes, it is recommended that the installation be performed by a
qualified installation specialist for RO drinking water appliances or a licensed plumber. Failure
to install the system as instructed will
VOID the warranty.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. Installation Instructions
A. Determine the appliance location ................................................................................... 3
B. Prepare the area for installation ..................................................................................... 3
C. Prepare the appliance for installation ............................................................................. 4
D. Make the faucet mounting hole ...................................................................................... 4
E. Mount the faucet ............................................................................................................. 5
F. Install Stem Adapter With 1/4” Feedwater Tube Outlet ................................................. 6
G. Prefill and sanitize the storage tank ............................................................................... 6
H. Install the drain connection............................................................................................. 7
I. Install the filtration assembly and storage tank .............................................................. 7
J. Make the tubing connections.......................................................................................... 8
K. Install the icemaker hookup (optional) ........................................................................... 8
L. Start up the appliance .................................................................................................... 8
M. Flush the appliance of the preservative and check the operation .................................. 9
N. Cleanup & paperwork ..................................................................................................... 9
O. Appendix for basement installations............................................................................... 11
P. Installation troubleshooting ............................................................................................. 12
II. Operation & Maintenance Instructions
A. Important water quality assurance requirements ........................................................... 13
B. Replacing the filter cartridges ......................................................................................... 13
C. Replacing the RO membrane cartridge .......................................................................... 13
D. Sanitizing the RO appliance ........................................................................................... 14
E. Long term non-use ......................................................................................................... 15