Environmental Water Systems RO4-UV - Manual (Page 3)

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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:
This application or option is not applicable for reverse osmosis systems. 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.
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
(reverse osmosis systems only). 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; 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
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, refrigera-
tor, etc. Regarding flow rate, be mindful of too many (3 or more) connections. Any length of total tubing in excess of
20 feet combined to tank, faucet, and all items will 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. Any length of total tubing in excess of 20 feet combined to tank, faucet, and all items will create issues
with delivery rates**.
Note:
**Tubing in excess of 20 feet is calculated by adding the length of yellow tubing from unit to tank and the blue tubing
from the “FAUCET” on unit to dispenser and/or another device(s). 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 connec-
tions. Follow all local plumbing codes.
Dispenser/Faucet Q & A - Reverse Osmosis
Things to know:
1 - Spout pulls out from faucet body that’s why it swivels.
2 - Spout has 2 o-rings at base and is inserted completely into bottom of body to prevent leaking.
3 - Handle and tip can also be removed