THE PERFECT WATER VL3SB1G Value Line 3 Stage Water Filter Owner’s Manual

Perfect Water Technologies
Value Line Filter
Installation & Service Manual

Model: Value Line 3 Stage Water Filter # VL3SB1G
Model: Value Line 2 Stage Water Filter #VL2SB1
Model: Value Line 2 Stage Water Filter #VL2SG55
Model: Value Line Single Stage Water Filter #VL1SB1
Model: Value Line Single Stage Water Filter #VL1SG55

Value Line Filter Contents:

1 Instruction book: detailed descriptions, photos, and troubleshooting guide.
1 10” Sediment pre-filters: 5 microns bonded spun poly with high holding depth, 6 months –1-year service life.
1 10” Carbon filter: 1-micron carbon block (coconut shell carbon), 6 months – 1 year or 2500 gallon service life. (VLF3SB1G, VLF3SB1, VLF1B1 only)
1 10” Carbon filter: 10-micron granular activated carbon (coconut shell carbon), 1-year or 2500 gallon service life. (VLF3SB1G only)
1 10” Carbon filter: 5-micron granular activated carbon (coconut shell carbon), w/ KDF with bacteriostatic effect to prevent bacteria, algae, and scale build-up. 1-year or 4000
gallon service life. (VLF2SG55 VLF1G55 only)
1 Chrome long reach sink faucet (or upgraded faucet); with mounting hardware.
1 Nylon Feed water adapter 3/8” compression fittings (2) and 1/4” push-in fitting

Maintenance Schedule

Sediment filter
Carbon filters
Canister housings| 6 month – annual replacement
annual replacement
5-year replacement
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General System Specifications

• Feedwater: PSI 20 – 125 PSI
• Feedwater Temperature: 40˚ – 100˚(F)
• pH limits: 4 – 10

System Location

The Value Line Filter may be installed under a sink, or in a basement as long as it is not subjected to freezing temperatures. The Value Line Filter should be mounted vertically, or allowed to stand.

Installing The Value Line Filter System

Tools Required
Safety glasses
Towels
Phillips screwdriver
Scissors
Medium Crescent wrench
Medium pliers (not required if using Speedfit® faucet connector)
Teflon tape
Felt tip pen or marker
Variable speed corded power drill (3/8” for the sinkhole, ¼” for the remainder)
¼” metal drill bit w/ cobalt tip
½” metal drill bit w/ cobalt tip (not required if the sink has a pre-drilled hole)
½” masonry drill bit (not required if the sink has a pre-drilled hole, or if a sink is not porcelain)
NOTE: SYSTEM MUST BE FLUSHED PRIOR TO USE – ALLOW THE VALUE LINE FILTER TO RUN UNTIL WATER RUNS CLEAR AND AIR IS PURGED.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY PRIOR TO INSTALLATION

• Drilling hole for RO sink spigot – porcelain sinks (drilling time – up to ¾ hour) WARNING: Serious cracking and damage may occur to your sink even if instructions are followed exactly due to age and the imperfections inherent in natural materials. Instructions may not apply exactly to your sink. Use caution – the sink may be slippery.

Remove the base cover plate from the RO sink spigot packaging. Line up the base cover plate with other sink faucets. See Fig 1. Check the underside of the sink for spacing from trim, curvatures,  and other obstacles. See Fig. 12. Don’t place the spigot too close to obstacles – leave yourself enough room under the sink to use hand tools. The either right or left side of the sink is OK provided previous conditions are met. Mark the center of the base cover plate with a marker. See Fig 2. Place a towel underneath the sink, below the drilling site, to collect fillings. Always wear protective eyewear and gear while drilling, and while under the sink.

Using ½” masonry bit and variable speed corded power drill, slowly begin drilling through the porcelain. The drill bit should be perpendicular to the sink. Failure to do so may cause the drill bit to slip and cause bodily injury, and/or property damage. Rinse & dry drill bit tip and sink area with cool water every 20 seconds of drilling to prevent drill bit overheating and sink damage. Small localized flaking or chipping may occur. Use caution – the drill bit may be very hot. DO NOT touch the drill bit. Electrical hazard! DO NOT  allow power drill electrical components to come into contact with water. Use caution – the sink may be slippery.

When metal is struck, switch to ¼” metal bit with cobalt tip. The drill bit should be perpendicular to the sink. Failure to do so may cause the drill bit to slip and cause bodily injury,  and/or property damage. Begin drilling to drill a hole all the way through the sink. Rinse & dry drill bit tip and sink area with cool water every 20 seconds of drilling to prevent drill bit overheating and sink damage. Small localized flaking or chipping may occur.

When the ¼” hole is completely drilled through, switch to a ½” metal drill bit w/a cobalt tip. The drill bit should be perpendicular to the sink. Failure to do so may cause the drill bit to slip and cause bodily injury, and/or property damage. Begin drilling to enlarge the ¼” hole to ½” all the way through the sink. Use caution when the hole is near completion to avoid damaging the sink surface. Rinse & dry drill bit tip and sink area with cool water every 20 seconds of drilling to prevent drill bit overheating and sink damage. Small localized flaking or chipping may occur.

When ½” hole is completely drilled through, install RO sink spigot with provided mounting hardware. For more details, see mounting instructions enclosed with hardware. See  Fig. 3. Connect Value Line Filter™ to RO sink spigot using Speedfit® adapter as outlined later.
• Drilling hole for RO sink spigot – stainless steel sinks
WARNING: Read all instructions before attempting to install. The user assumes all liability.
Use caution – the sink may be slippery.

Remove the base cover plate from the RO sink spigot packaging. Line up the base cover plate with other faucets. See Fig 1. Check the underside of the sink for spacing from trim, curvatures, and other obstacles. See Fig. 12. Don’t place the spigot too close to obstacles – leave yourself enough room under the sink to use hand tools. The either right or left side of the sink is OK provided previous conditions are met. Mark the center of the base cover plate with a marker. See Fig 2. Place a paper towel underneath the sink, below the drilling site, to collect fillings. Wear protective eyewear and gear while drilling and while under the sink. Place ¼” metal bit with cobalt tip on the marked spot. The drill bit should be perpendicular to the sink. Failure to do so may cause the drill bit to slip and cause bodily injury, and/or property damage. Begin drilling a hole all the way through the ink. Rinse & dry drill bit tip and sink area with cool water every 30 seconds of drilling to prevent drill bit overheating. Use caution – the drill bit may be very hot. DO NOT touch the drill bit. Electrical hazard! DO NOT allow power drill electrical components to come into contact with water. Use caution – the sink may be slippery.

When the ¼” hole is completely drilled through, switch to ½” metal drill bit w/a a cobalt tip. Begin drilling to enlarge the ¼” hole to ½” all the way through the sink. Use caution when the hole is near completion, because the drill may lock up and cause injury. The drill bit should be perpendicular to sink.
Failure to do so may cause the drill bit to slip and cause bodily injury, and/or property damage. Rinse & dry drill bit tip and sink area with cool water every 30 seconds of drilling to prevent drill bit overheating and damage.
When ½” hole is completely drilled through, install RO sink spigot with provided mounting hardware. See Fig. 3. For more details, see mounting instructions enclosed with hardware. Connect Value Line Filter to RO sink spigot using Speedfit® adapter as outlined later.

Installing The Value Line Filter System under the sink

1. Install feed valve adapter for main water line – Always wear protective eyewear while under the sink. Locate the cold water angle-stop (the main water lines under the sink –  ne hot water, one cold water), and turn clockwise to shut off the water. See Fig. 4. Locate 3/8” fitting, typically found on the line out of the angle stop. See Fig(s).4-6. Fee valve adapter with ball valve may be fitted to either angle-stop or line out – as shown in Fig. 6. If the angle stop is damaged and cannot be shut off, then replace it before continuing.  connect feed valve adapter with ball valve to cold 3/8” female line. See Fig. 6. Use Teflon tape on ALL metal male threads. Check for water pressure & leaks. Turn ON water by rotating angle-stop counterclockwise to check flow then close. Have a bowl or cup nearby to catch water. Dry all parts, check for leaks, and snugness.
2. Mount the Value Line Filter – Identify a location for installing the Value Line Filter unit. The location should allow for connecting and disconnecting the unit, and enough room for performing general service on the unit. Typical locations are on either right or left side, near the back wall. Use the attached mounting bracket as a template to mark mounting screw locations. Value Line Filter should be mounted horizontally. brass nut with collar over tubing marked “LINE IN” then insert brass insert into tubing end. Apply Teflon tape to piercing valve ¼” threaded fitting. Connect brass nut onto piercing valve ¼” threaded fitting and tighten snugly. Screw down the red “T” handle on top of the piercing valve until a copper line is punctured, then unscrew until water begins to flow at a fast rate. Have a bowl or cup nearby to catch water. Dry all parts, check for leaks, and snugness.
3. Install refrigerator kit (optional) – Installation may vary according to the make, model, age, and equipment level of your refrigerator. Make sure the refrigerator ice maker and water center are turned OFF. The clean area below and around the refrigerator thoroughly. Use care when rolling out the refrigerator. The flooring may become scratched, gouged, or damaged from moving the refrigerator. Consult your local licensed contractor or plumber for trimmed-in refrigerators, or refrigerators without rollers. Roll out the refrigerator. Unplug the refrigerator electric plug. Locate water line in for refrigerator. (Yours may already be connected to a water line from the wall. If so use a local angle- stop to shut off the water. Disconnect female fitting.) Plan the route for the water line from the Value Line Filter. Drill ¼” holes through the lower cabinetry, high along the back wall just below the drawers. See Fig. 8. Make sure cabinet contents are removed, prior to drilling, and ¼” tubing does not come into contact with drawers, doors, or sharp objects. Smooth the holes free from splinters and sharp edges. [Alternate route for refrigerator line — run ¼” refrigerator tubing along the baseboard, and enter the  kitchen sink cabinet by drilling a ¼” opening in the bottom board of your kitchen sink cabinet, towards the front baseboard.] Connect the female metal fitting from the refrigerator kit to the male metal fitting on the refrigerator. Make sure all male metal fittings are thoroughly Teflon taped to prevent leaks. Push tubing through the cabinetry holes from the refrigerator to the Value Line Filter. Allow 2-4’ of extra tubing at the refrigerator, and tie it up so that it cannot be crushed or otherwise damaged. Make sure the cut is straight, the edge is completely smooth, and the tube is rounded. A scratched, gouged, damaged, or oblong end will leak.  Insert the line marked “to refrigerator” into the blue and white shut-off valve connected to the Value Line Filter. Push tubing all the way in, then pull back gently, to check fit.  Most push-pull fittings take about a ½” of tubing inserted into them. Do not roll back the refrigerator until the Value Line Filter is fully installed and operational. Make sure the shut-off valve is in the OFF position, where the blue handle will be perpendicular to the body.
4. Install water outline to RO sink spigot – Tighten brass compression nut onto the bottom of the RO sink spigot located under the sink until it is snug. Pull back gently to check for snugness.
5. Pressurize the Value Line Filter – Double check to make sure all valves are in the OFF position, except for the main angle-stop valve or piercing valve, which should be ON.  Make sure the unit is dry. Water should flow normally from your sink’s cold and hot faucets. Turn the feed valve adapter ball valve or the shut-off valve from the piercing valve to the ON position. You should hear water rushing through the system. Check for leaks at all fittings. Allow 5-10 minutes for system pressure to build. Turn the valve on the RO sink spigot to the ON position by depressing and holding the lever down, or by flipping the lever up, where it will lock open. Some blackening of the water may present ue to loose carbon being flushed out. Run until the water becomes clear and free from any trapped air. The system must be flushed prior to use. Plugin refrigerator electric plug; turn ON refrigerator line shut off valve so that the blue handle is parallel with the white body. Make sure the refrigerator ice maker and water center are turned ON. Check for leaks. Check for pressure at the refrigerator’s water center if applicable. Use caution when rolling the refrigerator back into place. DO NOT crimp or crush the waterline, as a leak will likely develop. Enjoy!

Troubleshooting

IMPORTANT NOTE : Before performing service on the Value Line Filter at any time, and for any reason: first switch to the OFF position on all under- sink water valves, except for the RO sink spigot which you should switch ON to relieve system pressure and drain away excess water from the lines. Push-pull and Speedfit® fittings are nearly impossible to remove when under pressure. Leaks from metal fittings Unscrew fittings and re-tape male fitting. Tape should be wound 5-7 times around male thread. Tape should not cover the opening. Use only Teflon tape. Re-tighten fitting securely. Over tightening can crush the tubing insert and cause a water blockage.
Leaks from push-pull or Speedfit® fittings Disconnect fitting by pushing in the tubing with one hand and depressing the collet ring on the fitting with the other hand. Then pull out tubing while the ring is still depressed. Tubing cannot be pulled out without depressing the fitting ring, and relieving system pressure. Make sure the tubing is cut is straight, the edge is completely smooth, and the tube is rounded. Scratched, gouged, damaged, or oblong tubing end will leak. Re-insert the tubing into the push-pull fitting.  Push tubing all the way in, then pull back gently, to check fit. Most push-pull fittings take about a ¼” of tubing inserted into them.
Leaks from plastic fittings should be firmly finger tightened. Under tightening can result in leaks, over tightening can crush the tubing and result in a water blockage. For plastic fittings only; make sure the plastic tubing has an insert in the tube end and a feral (o-ring which compresses the tubing around the insert) in the plastic female fitting.

No water from Value Line Filter System Make sure all valves are in the ON position. Check for over-tightening of fittings. Eliminate possible blockage points by disconnecting each system component and checking for pressure. Have a bowl and towel at hand.
No water or ice from the refrigerator water center Makes a sure line from Value Line Filter™ RO to the refrigerator has to pressure. Make sure the refrigerator water center and/or icemaker are turned ON, and the refrigerator is plugged in. If the water center works, but the ice maker does not then defrost the freezer as the line in may have frozen.

Weak pressure at RO sink faucet

1. Make sure the angle stop is wide open. (see Fig.4 on the instructions enclosed with your Value Line Filter.)
2.  Check all tubing for kinks or sharp bends – this can impede the flow of water.
3. Check the water flow to the filter from the Feed valve adapter or piercing valve. Turn off the water at the feed valve adapter or piercing valve and tank, and briefly turn on the RO faucet at the sink to relieve any system pressure. Disconnect the tube from the sediment filter fitting after the Feed valve adapter or piercing valve. Point the tube you have just disconnected into a pitcher and turn on the Feed valve adapter valve. The flow should be strong.
4. If the flow from the Feed valve adapter to the sediment filter is strong, but the flow to the RO sink spigot is weak, it indicates a clogged filter, and a filter change is needed.
5. If the flow to the sediment filter is weak (#7), then disconnect the EZ adapter and check the rubber grommets and o-ring for proper seating and to ensure the flow is unimpeded.
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