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Operation Manual
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© 2018 Avidity Science, LLC. All rights reserved.

Pico is a trademark of Avidity Science, LLC
Other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
Although Avidity Science, LLC. has taken every precaution when preparing this manual, Avidity Science, LLC
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assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions, nor does Avidity Science, LLC assume liability for damages
to your system resulting from the use of the information in this manual.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the
part of Avidity Science, LLC.
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Avidity Science, LLC.

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(262) 534-5181
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Contents

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Important Safety and Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii
RoHS/WEEE Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii
Hazard and Special Safety Notice Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii

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Product Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv
Product Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv

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Contacting Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Pico Water Purification Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

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Purification Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Feed Water Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Installation and Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

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Installation Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Mounting the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
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Install Dispenser Tap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Power and Water Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Install Pre-Treatment and RO Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Connect Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Perform Water Pressure Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Rinse RO Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
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Install DI Cartridge (for Type 2 water quality only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Rinse DI Cartridge (for Type 2 water quality only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Empty the Reservoir Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Fill the Reservoir Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
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Reset RO Quality Set Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Reset DI Quality Set Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Cover Screw Heads and Unused Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
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Control Display Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Function Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
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Set Date and Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Warning Messages and Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
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Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

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Replace Tank Vent Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Replace Pre-Treatment / RO Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Replace DI Cartridge (for Type 2 water quality only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Dispose of Used Module and Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Replace Ultraviolet (UV) Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

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Recording Monthly Operating Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

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Permeate Water Conductivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Feed Water Conductivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Concentrate Water Conductivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Feed Water Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

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Operating Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
DI Quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Percent Rejection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
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Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
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Important Safety and Service Information

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The customer should comply with their organization’s Electrical Safe Practices as recommended by the
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), or local and national safety codes.
This equipment must be operated by qualified persons who are knowledgeable and trained in its operation,
and its associated hazards.

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Use caution when operating, or servicing this equipment. It is the user’s responsibility to read and under-
stand the content of this manual before operating this equipment.

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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

RoHS/WEEE Statement
Avidity Science water treatment, automated watering, environmental monitoring, and access control sys-

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tems specified in this manual are manufactured in compliance with the RoHS Directive
(EU Directive 2011/65/EU and subsequent amendments.

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Below is a list of definitions of hazard symbols used on this product.

WARNING! Risk of electrocution or electrical shock resulting in death or severe

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personal injury.

WARNING! Could result in death or serious personal injury or equipment dam-

age.
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CAUTION! Minor or moderate injury or equipment damage

This manual may contain the following types of special notices.

IMPORTANT: Indicates information that is necessary to understanding a topic or performing a procedure.
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NOTE: Indicates information that may be helpful in understanding a topic or performing a procedure.
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Product Warnings

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WARNING! Electric shock. The electrical equipment in this system must be
connected to a ground fault interrupting circuit. Failure to do so can cause elec-
trical shock resulting in severe personal injury or property damage.

WARNING! Electrocution. Never stand in water when handling electrical equip-

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ment. Water is a conductor of electricity. Standing in water while operating this
equipment can cause electrical shock or electrocution resulting in severe per-
sonal injury.

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WARNING! Electric shock. Disconnect the main power before servicing any
electrical components. Failure to do so can cause electrical shock resulting in
personal injury.

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Product Cautions

CAUTION! Equipment Damage. Follow all nationally and locally approved elec-
trical codes when installing and operating this equipment. Failure to do so can
result in equipment damage.
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Contacting Technical Support
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For up to one year after your system installation date, you may contact Avidity Science for free technical
support. All contact information appears in the table below.

UK Support
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Phone E-mail Web Site

01844 201142 Option 2 [email protected] www.triplered.com

US Support
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Phone E-mail Web Site

833 898 3420 [email protected] www.avidityscience.com

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Introduction

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The Pico water purification system produces Type 2 (1 to 15 M/cm) or Type 3 water at a rate of 10 to
20 liters per hour with the option of ultraviolet sterilization. The processed water is stored in a 35 liter res-
ervoir (A) which can be dispensed with an included manual dispensing tap (B) as required.
All components are assembled around a reservoir chassis and are protected by a plastic housing designed

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for bench or wall-mounting. The plastic covers (C) can be removed for access to replaceable components.
Two threaded ports (D) on each side of the unit are for connecting equipment utilizing the purified water.

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All water and power connections and pressure adjustment (E) is located on the side of the unit.
All recorded data, warning messages and water quality information can be viewed from the controller
display (F).

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Figure 1. Pico Water Purification System

Pico Water Purification Models

The content in this manual applies to these models. Some models include an optional submersible ultravi-
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olet (UV) light for sterilization.

Table 1. Pico Models

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Water Water Flow Product Water Flow

Model Quality Rate Model Water Quality Rate

PICO10T2 Type 2 10 liters/hr PICO10T3 Type 3 10 liters/hr

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PICO10T2UV Type 2 10 liters/hr PICO10T3UV Type 3 10 liters/hr

PICO20T2 Type 2 20 liters/hr PICO20T3 Type 3 20 liters/hr

PICO20T2UV Type 2 20 liters/hr PICO20T3UV Type 3 20 liters/hr

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Purification Process

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In normal operation mode, feed water enters the system through the inlet solenoid valve activating the
production pump. The untreated water is pumped through a carbon-based, combination pretreatment and
RO module to detain larger particles greater than 5 micron and chemicals such as insecticides, pesticides,
herbicides and chlorides.
The RO membrane will reject almost all bacteria, viruses, heavy metal compounds and organics, as well as

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up to 98 percent of the salt content from the water. A percentage of the rejected concentrate water is sent
to a drain through a flow restrictor.
For Type 2 water production, the RO water will flow through a DI (de-ionization) cartridge containing

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ion-exchange resins.
The purified water is sent to the reservoir. A conductivity sensor measures the quality of the permeate
before it enters the tank. An optical sensor monitors the water level in the reservoir.

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Feed Water Requirements
The feed water used must meet these requirements.
Pressure: 0.1 to 6.0 bar [1.5 to 87 psi]
Minimum Flow: 60 liters per hour
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Free Water Conductivity: Less than 1400 s/cm
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Free Chlorine: Less than 0.1 mg/liter
Carbon Dioxide (CO2): 15 mg/liter
Silica: 15 mg/liter
Silt Density Index (SDI): Less than 3
Langelier Index (LI): Less than zero
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Iron: Less than 0.1 mg/liter

Manganese: Less than 0.05 mg/liter
pH: 3 to 9
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Temperature: 5 to 35 degrees C [45 to 90 degrees F]

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Installation Kit
Figure 2 shows the components used in the installation of all Pico models.

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Figure 2. installation kit components

Table 2. Installation Kit Components

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Item Description

A Tubing:
3/8-inch Inlet with non-return valve, 2 meters [6.5 feet] long
1/4-inch Concentrate outlet-to-drain with installed restrictor, 2 meters [6.5 feet] long
5/16-inch Permeate outlet, 2 meters [6.5 feet] long
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B Maintenance Keys for module and cartridge changes, and fittings

C Straight and Elbow Fittings for tubing connections

D Flash drive with the Pico Water Purification System Operation Manual
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E Dispenser Tap

F Plug with Washer Seal for unused tap port

G Dishwasher connection hardware

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H Feed Water Tubing Fittings

1/2-inch, 1/4-inch, and 3/8-inch male NPT

I Stickers for covering screw heads and unused connections

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J Allen Wrench (4 mm) to remove right panel

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Mounting the System

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The Pico unit can be mounted to a wall or placed on a sturdy bench. Avidity Science recommends wall-
mounting the unit to be sure that a connection to the lower dispenser-tap port is accessible. Refer to Install
Dispenser Tap on page 5 for information on placement of the Dispenser Tap.

Bench Placement

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The bench must be able to hold 60 kg [132 pounds] and located on an flat, level surface. The surface of the
bench must be resistant to applied chemicals such as disinfectants, acids, dyes, and solvents.

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Wall Mounting
The wall-mounting kit is separate. Use the included instructions as a supplement to this procedure to
mount the Pico unit. In addition to the kit, these are the tools required to mount the Pico Water Purifica-
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• Wall Mounting kit, EI #1330-3000-001 (PICOWB)
• Pozi screwdriver
• Pen/pencil for marking wall
• Level
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• Drill with 10 mm drill bit
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• 4 mm Allen Head wrench/Hex key

CAUTION! Personal injury. The reservoir must be empty when mounting the
Pico unit. A reservoir with water adds extra weight that can result in personal
injury when lifting the unit onto the mounting brackets.

IMPORTANT: It is recommended that at least two people assist in mounting the unit.
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Follow this procedure. Refer to Figure 3.

1. Measure the width of the Pico enclosure. This measurement (A) will be used as the spacing
between mounting brackets.
2. Position and level the left mounting bracket (L) vertically at the location desired mounting loca-
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tion. Mark the bracket location and the four mounting hole locations on the wall.
3. Using a drill with a 10 mm masonry bit, drill four mounting holes at the marked locations deep
enough to insert wall anchors.
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4. Insert the wall anchors.

5. Position the left mounting bracket (L) holes over the anchors and secure the bracket with four
anchor screws.
6. Position the right mounting bracket (R) from the left bracket the width measurement (A) acquired
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in step 1.
7. Make sure the right mounting bracket (R) is vertically level and level with the left bracket. Mark the
bracket location and the four mounting holes on the wall.
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8. Using a drill with a 10 mm masonry bit, drill four holes deep enough to insert wall anchors.

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9. Insert the wall anchors.
10.Position the right bracket (R) slots over the anchors and secure the bracket with four anchor
screws.
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Figure 3. Align and secure left and right mounting brackets.
11.Use the level to be sure the brackets are aligned so the Pico unit will be level when mounted.
12.Using two people, place the Pico unit onto the mounting brackets. Be sure the mounting holes on
the side of the unit align with the mounting slots on the brackets.
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13.With one person holding the unit in place, secure the unit to the brackets with the 4 mm Allen
head screws.
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Install Dispenser Tap

The Dispenser Tap can be installed in either of two ports. Installation in the upper port is good for bench
placement of the Pico unit where a large container can be placed on the bench as it is filled, but there will
be no access to the remaining water in the reservoir once the level drops below the dispense port.
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Installing the port in the lower port is best if the unit is wall-mounted and all water in the reservoir will be
accessible.
Follow this procedure.
1. Remove the Dispenser Tap from its packaging.
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2. Determine which port on the reservoir to install the Dispenser Tap and remove the plug.
3. Place a washer over threaded end of the Dispenser Tap. Be sure the beveled-side of the washer
faces the threads of the tap.
4. Insert the threaded-pipe end of the tap through the hole. Hand-tighten only.
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5. Place a washer over the red plug with the beveled side facing the threads and insert the plug into
the unused port. Screw the plug into the hole until tightened. Make 1/4-turn past tight to ensure a
proper seal.
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The power and Water connections are located on the right side of the unit. The table below identifies the
power, pressure adjustment, and water connections to the Pico unit.

Table 3. Power and water connections for the Pico unit.

Power Inlet from external 24 VDC power supply unit

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Feed water inlet. Low pressure, less than 1 bar [15 psi]

Feed water inlet, High pressure, greater than 1 bar [15 psi]

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Pump pressure adjustment. Factory set to 5.5 to 6 bar [79 to 87 psi]

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Reservoir overflow connected to drain
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RO concentrate outlet connected to drain.

Fittings
The feed water, inlet and outlet tubing is inserted and secured through the fittings defined in Table 3. All
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fittings are plugged for shipping purposes. A plug must be inserted into any fitting that is not used.
To remove the plug, hold the plug in one hand and while pushing the fitting collar, pull out the plug.
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Figure 4. Fitting collar (left).

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Tubing

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These are general guidelines for connecting the tubing to the Pico connectors.
• Use a sharp blade to cut the tubing
• Be sure the tube is long enough to allow for disconnecting and reconnecting during service.
• Be sure tubing is clean and not cracked

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• Be sure there are no obstructions in the tube before connecting
• Do not use excessive force when inserting tubing. Excessive force may damage the tubing resulting in
leaks.

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• Pull on the tube only once to be sure it is secured in the fitting
• After pulling once, insert the wrench under the collet and push the tube into the fitting once more for
a secure fit.

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Connect High or Low Pressure Feed Water Tubing
NOTE: Use the provided elbow connectors as necessary.

The 5/16-inch feed water tubing can be connected to the high pressure or low pressure inlet fitting
depending on the known feed water pressure.
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NOTE: If the pressure is not known, connect the feed water tubing to the high pressure fitting. A water pressure
test will be conducted at the completion of the installation process to determine the required pressure.
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Feed water inlet. Low pressure, less than 1 bar [15 psi]

Feed water inlet, High pressure, greater than 1 bar [15 psi]
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Follow this procedure.

1. Measure and cut the length of the 5/16-inch feed water tubing needed between the water source
connection and the applicable feed water inlet fitting on the Pico unit. Add extra length to accom-
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modate removal and reconnection of the tube.

2. Connect the check valve-end of the tubing to the applicable inlet fitting.
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Connect Reservoir Overflow and RO Concentrate Tubing

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The 3/8-inch tubing is connected between the Reservoir Overflow fitting and the drain. A check valve, to
prevent back flow, is installed in one end of the tubing.
The 1/4-inch tubing is connected between the RO concentrate outlet fitting and the drain.
NOTE: Use the provided elbow connectors as necessary.

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Reservoir overflow connected to drain

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RO concentrate outlet connected to drain.

Follow this procedure to connect the tubing to the applicable fitting.

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IMPORTANT: The tubing for both the reservoir overflow and the RO concentrate must be positioned downward
toward the drain.

1. Measure and cut the length of the 3/8-inch tubing needed between the reservoir overflow fitting
and the drain. Add extra length to accommodate removal and reconnection of the tube.
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2. Connect the check valve-end to the reservoir overflow fitting.
3. Measure and cut the length of the 1/4-inch tubing needed between the RO concentrate outlet
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fitting and the drain. Add extra length to accommodate removal and reconnection of the tube.
4. Connect the tubing to the applicable fitting.
5. Position the tubing downward and directed toward a drain.

Install Pre-Treatment and RO Module

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The Pre-Treatment and RO module are combined in one canister.

IMPORTANT: A Pico unit with a DI cartridge is shipped with a bypass tube connected between the green RO
water outlet tube and the white reservoir inlet tube. The bypass tube is required for rinsing a new Pre-Treatment
and RO module before installing the DI cartridge. Do not discard the bypass tube.

Follow this procedure.

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1. Remove the left front cover of the Pico unit.

2. Remove the combination Pre-Treatment and RO module from its packaging.
3. Insert the hooks of the canister into the slots located on the right side.
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NOTE: The location is labeled TC021 for a 10-liter unit or TC022 for a 20-liter unit.
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the cartridge. See Figure 5.

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Figure 5. Pre-Treatment and RO module connections.

Connect Power Supply

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Secure the power supply cord to connector on the Pico unit. Plug the power supply into the appli-
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cable power outlet.

IMPORTANT: Be sure the feed water supply is turned on.

Touch
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Perform Water Pressure Test

A water pressure test will assist in verifying that the feed water tubing is connected to the correct inlet fit-
ting. Follow this procedure.
1. Take one of these actions.
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If a DI cartridge is... Then...

Required Go to step 2.
Not required Go to step 3.
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2. Connect one end of the bypass tubing (A) to the open end of the green RO water outlet tube (B)

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and the open end of the white reservoir inlet tube (C) as shown in Figure 6. Use the provided
elbow fittings.

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C

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A

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Figure 6. Bypass tubing connected.

3. On the control display, press .

4. Press .
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5. Press . The inlet valve will open and begin flushing the unit.

6. When asked if RO module is installed, touch

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7. Allow the pressure to adjust and stabilize for approximately 3 minutes and then take one of these
actions.
If the pressure is Then,...
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Less than 0.5 bar Go to step 8.

Greater than 0.6 bar Press OK and got to step 13

8. Turn off the water to the Pico unit.

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9. When the pressure displayed is less than 0.1 bar, remove the feed water tubing from the high pres-

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sure inlet fitting and connect to the low pressure inlet fitting .
10.Turn on water to the Pico unit.
11.After 3 minutes check the pressure displayed on the screen. The pressure must be greater than
0.6 bar.
12.Press OK.

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13.After 2 minutes, using a flat-blade screwdriver, adjust the pump pressure screw on the right

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side of the unit until 6.0 bar (±0.2 bar).
14.Press OK.

Rinse RO Module

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The RO portion of the combination Pre-Treatment and RO module must be rinsed before first use. If a
DI cartridge is required for Type 2 water, the bypass tube must be connected between the green RO water
outlet tube and the white reservoir inlet tube
IMPORTANT: Do not connect the DI cartridge (if applicable) before the RO module is rinsed. Bypass tubing
must be connected between the green RO water outlet tube and the white reservoir inlet tube.

Follow this procedure.

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1. Take one of these actions.
If a DI cartridge is... Then...

Required Be sure the bypass tube is connected. See Figure 6.

Not required Go to step 2.

2. On the control display, press .

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3. Touch
4. Select TC021/TC022.
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5. When Remove old TC021/TC022 appears, touch

6. When instructed to insert new TC021/TC022, touch . The module will rinse for one hour.
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7. When operation is complete, touch .

8. If the bypass tube was connected, disconnect the bypass tube. Store the bypass tube in a safe loca-
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9. Press firmly at the center of the 12-month timer label sticker until a thin red line appears. See Fig-

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ure 7.

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Figure 7. Red line shows RO module 12-month timer is activated.

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10.Take one of these actions.
If the required water is... Then,...

Type 2, Go to section Install DI Cartridge (for Type 2 water quality only) on page 12.
Type 3, Go to section Empty the Reservoir Tank on page 13.
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Install DI Cartridge (for Type 2 water quality only)
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Type 2 water requires de-ionization of the RO water. Follow this procedure.

1. If necessary, remove the left front cover of the Pico unit.
2. Remove the DI cartridge from its packaging.
3. Be sure the green RO water outlet tube and white reservoir inlet tube are connected according to
the color labels on the cartridge.
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Figure 8. DI cartridge tube connections.

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4. Secure the tubes into the clamps near the connections.

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5. Replace and secure the left front cover of the Pico unit.

Rinse DI Cartridge (for Type 2 water quality only)

The DI cartridge must be rinsed before first use. Follow this procedure.

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1. On the control display, press .

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2. Press .
3. Select TC023.
4. When Remove old TC023 appears, touch

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5. When instructed to insert new TC023, touch . The module will rinse for 10 minutes.

6. When operation is complete, touch .

7. When operation is complete, press firmly at the center of the timer label button until a thin red line
appears. See Figure 9.
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Figure 9. Activate DI cartridge 6-month timer.

8. Replace the left cover over the unit.
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Empty the Reservoir Tank

Some water has accumulated in the reservoir during the setup process. Empty the reservoir to ensure opti-
mum quality of the first batch of water.
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Fill the Reservoir Tank

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An optical sensor detects when the reservoir needs to fill and will issue a command to fill. Figure 10 shows
the screen indicating the reservoir is filling.

15.0 MΩ

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Figure 10. Screen displayed when reservoir is filling.

Figure 11 shows the screen indicating the reservoir is full.

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Figure 11. Screen displayed when reservoir is full.

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Reset RO Quality Set Point

The RO Quality set point is set at the factory. Circumstances may require changing the setting.
IMPORTANT: Contact Avidity Science Technical Support before changing the setting.
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Follow this procedure.

1. Touch
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2. Touch

3. Touch
4. Touch + or - for the desired RO quality setting.
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Reset DI Quality Set Point

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The DI Quality set point is set at the factory. Circumstances may require changing the setting.
IMPORTANT: Contact Avidity Science Technical Support before changing the setting.

Follow this procedure.

1. Touch

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2. Touch

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3. Touch
4. Touch + or - for the desired DI quality setting.

5. Touch

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Cover Screw Heads and Unused Connections
If desired, use the included stickers to cover exposed screw heads and connections that are not used.
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Control Display Operation

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Function Keys
Below are the main control display function keys. Other functions are available within these functions.

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Consumable Timer Q1. RO Alarm Set Point

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Replacement of Consumables Q2. DI Alarm Set Point

Menu
Alarms Pressure Test and Pump Adjustment

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Settings
Power On and Off Time and Date Adjustment

View daily operating data Language Selection

T Technician use only. Password protected.
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Set Date and Time

Follow this procedure.
IMPORTANT: the date is set in YY/MM/DD format.

1. If necessary, touch
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2. Touch

3. Touch
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4. Touch
5. On the keypad, touch the 2-digit year
6. Touch the 2-digit month
7. Touch the 2-digit day
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8. Touch
9. When the display changes to the time screen, touch the 2-digit hour.
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10.Touch the 2-digit minutes.

11.Touch the 2-digit seconds.
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Warning Messages and Solutions

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Below are warning messages that appear on the control display. Refer to Replacement Parts for the part num-
bers to order for replacement.

Message Solution

TC021 timer expired

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TC022 timer expired Replace the applicable Pre-treatment and RO Module
RO quality above set point
TC023 timer expired

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Replace the DI Cartridge
DI quality above set point
TC024 timer expired Replace the Air Vent
TC025 timer expired Replace the UV Lamp
Pump pressure LOW Check the feed water and pump

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Pump pressure HIGH Adjust pump pressure

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Maintenance

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This section contains procedures for routine maintenance of the Pico Water Purification System.

WARNING! Disconnect the main power before servicing any electrical compo-
nents. Failure to do so can cause electrical shock resulting in personal injury.

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WARNING! Electrocution. Never stand in water when handling electrical equip-
ment. Water is a conductor of electricity. Standing in water while operating this

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equipment can cause electrical shock or electrocution resulting in severe per-
sonal injury.

WARNING! Equipment damage. do not open the enclosure unless you are
trained in the operation and service of the electrical equipment. Failure to do so

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can result in equipment damage and personal injury.

Table 4 specifies the recommended service procedures and performance frequency.

Table 4. Recommended Service. T

Recommended Service Parts Required Frequency of Service
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Preventive maintenance by trained Avid- As necessary. See section Every12 months
ity Science Technical service personnel Replacement Parts

Pre-Treatment and RO module replace- Once a year

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DI Cartridge replacement No longer than six months.

May be sooner depending
See section Replacement Parts on feed water quality and
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usage.

Ultraviolet (UV) Lamp replacement Once a year

(if applicable)

Tank Vent Filter replacement Once a year

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Replace Tank Vent Filter

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The tank vent filter is located in a compartment on the left side of the back wall of the unit. The filter is
located behind the DI cartridge if installed.

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Figure 12. Tank vent filter.

Follow this procedure.

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1. Remove the left cover from the Pico unit.

2. On the control display, press .

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3. Press .
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4. Touch TC024.
5. Touch TC024. Wait for the pressure to be released which will take approximately 4 minutes.
6. When Remove TC023 appears, carefully lift the DI Cartridge out of the way, to expose the tank
vent filter.
NOTE: Appears for Type 2 water models only.
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7. Touch
8. When instructed to remove the tank vent filter, pull the tank vent filter from the silicone tube.
9. Touch
10.Remove a new tank vent filter from its packaging.
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11.Insert the barbed fitting of the tank vent filter into the silicone tube and place it in the slot.
12.Touch
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13.When instructed to Refit TC023, carefully mount the DI cartridge back into its mounting slots.
Be sure all tubing and fittings are secure.
NOTE: Appears for Type 2 water models only.
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14.Touch . The DI cartridge will rinse for 10 minutes.

15.While the DI cartridge is rinsing, replace the left cover over the unit
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16.When Change Complete appears, touch

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17.Replace the left cover.

Replace Pre-Treatment / RO Module

The Pre-Treatment and RO module are combined in one canister. Once the Pre-Treatment/RO Module
has been replaced it will have to be rinsed.

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CAUTION! De-pressurize the system before disconnecting the Pre-Treatment

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and RO module. Failure to do so can result in personal injury and equipment
damage.

IMPORTANT: If a DI cartridge is required for Type 2 water production, the bypass tube will need to be con-
nected between the green RO water outlet tube and the white reservoir inlet tube.

Follow this procedure.

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1. Remove the left cover from the Pico unit.

1. On the control display, press .

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2. Press .
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3. Select TC021/TC022. Pressure is relieved from the module.
4. Disconnect the Blue inlet tubing from the top of the module
5. Disconnect the Red permeate and Black concentrate tubing from the module.
6. Lift the module from the mounting slots on the back wall of the unit.
7. Remove the new Pre-Treatment and RO module from its packaging.
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8. Insert the hooks of the canister into the slots located on the right side.
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9. Connect the color tubing to the fitting with the corresponding color label on the cartridge. See Fig-

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ure 13.

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Figure 13. Pre-Treatment and RO module connections.
10.Secure the tubes into the clamps near the connections.
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11.Touch .
12.Take one of these actions.
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If a DI cartridge is... Then...

Required Go to step 13.
Not required Go to step 21.

13.Connect one end of the bypass tubing (A) to the open end of the green RO water outlet tube (B)
and the open end of the white reservoir inlet tube (C) as shown in Figure 14. Use the provided
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B
C

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Figure 14. Bypass tubing connected.

14.On the control display, press .

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15.Press .
16.Select TC021/TC022.
17.Press until Rinse is displayed.
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18.Press OK. The unit will run for one hour and automatically stop when complete.
19.Disconnect the bypass tube.
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20.When operation is complete, press firmly at the center of the timer label sticker until a thin red line

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appears. See Figure 15.

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Figure 15. Red line shows RO module timer is activated.
21.If a DI cartridge is not used, replace and secure the left front cover of the Pico unit.
IMPORTANT: If applicable, replace the DI cartridge for Type 2 water production.
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Replace DI Cartridge (for Type 2 water quality only)
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CAUTION! De-pressurize the system before disconnecting the DI cartridge.

Failure to do so can result in personal injury and equipment damage.

Follow this procedure.

1. Remove the left cover from the Pico unit.
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1. On the control display, press

2. Press
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3. Select TC023 for the DI cartridge. The pressure is relieved from the cartridge.
4. Disconnect the green tubing from the bottom of the cartridge.
5. Disconnect the white tubing from the top of the cartridge.
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6. Lift the cartridge from the mounting slots on the back wall of the unit.
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7. Remove the DI cartridge from its packaging.

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8. Be sure the green and white tubes are connected according to the color labels on the cartridge.

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Figure 16. DI cartridge tube connections.
9. Secure the tubes into the clamps near the connections.
10.Touch
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11.On the control display, press .
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12.Press .
13.Select TC023.
14.Press until Rinse is displayed.
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15.Press OK. The unit will run for 10 minutes and automatically stop when complete.
16.When operation is complete, press firmly at the center of the timer label sticker until a thin red line
appears. See Figure 17.
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Figure 17. Activate DI cartridge timer.

17.Replace and secure the left front cover of the Pico unit.
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Dispose of Used Module and Cartridge

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Dispose of the used Pre-Treatment and RO Module and the DI cartridge according to local environmental
disposition requirements.

Replace Ultraviolet (UV) Lamp

The UV lamp socket is located behind the right panel above the tap dispenser. The lamp is located in the

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tank. The water level must be lowered below the UV lamp for access.

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WARNING! Disconnect the main power before servicing any electrical compo-
nents. Failure to do so can cause electrical shock resulting in personal injury.

You will need these tools.

• 4 mm Allen Head wrench

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• UV lamp (see Replacement Parts for part number)
Follow this procedure.
1. Disconnect the power supply.
2. Lower the reservoir water level below the UV lamp.
3.
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Remove the left cover of the unit.
4. Remove the four hex head screws that secure the right cover and carefully remove the cover.
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IMPORTANT: When removing the right cover be careful not to pull the cables from the display circuit board.

5. Unscrew the cap from the top of the reservoir and look to be sure the water level is significantly
below the UV lamp socket. Drain additional water as necessary.
6. Disconnect the UV lamp at the adjacent power connector.
7. While holding the socket on the outside of the tank, insert your hand into the reservoir and loosen
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and remove the nut that secures the UV lamp.

8. Pull the lamp socket from the tank.
9. Unscrew the nut from the new UV lamp and insert the socket through the hole into the tank.
10.Secure the nut to the lamp socket from inside the tank. Hand-tighten only.
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11.Connect the UV lamp to its power connector.

12.Place the right front panel into position.
13.Reconnect the power supply.
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14.On the control display, press

15.Select TC025.
16.When prompted to remove the UV light, select
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18.Check for leaks from the UV lamp connection at the reservoir.

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19.Take one of these actions.
If a leak is... Then...

Not present, Go to step 27.

Present, go to step 20.

20.Drain the reservoir until the water level is below the UV lamp.

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21.Disconnect the power supply.
22.Remove the right front panel.

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23.Disconnect the UV lamp from its power connector.
24.While holding the socket on the outside of the tank, insert your hand into the reservoir and loosen
and remove the nut that secures the UV lamp.
25.Again, while holding the lamp socket in place, secure the nut to the socket from inside the reser-

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voir.
26.Repeats steps 11 through 19.
27.Secure the cap to the top of the reservoir.
28.Secure the right cover with the four hex head screws and replace the left cover.
29.Secure the left cover into position.
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Recording Monthly Operating Data

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This section describes the parameters that are to be monitored monthly and recorded on the Pico Water
Purification System Monthly Log Sheet is located at the end of this chapter. Copy the log sheet as necessary and
post it near the system.
IMPORTANT: To view the parameters, the system must be operating.

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Permeate Water Conductivity

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The conductivity of water that has successfully passed through the membrane and before chemical treat-
ment. Permeate water conductivity is measured in micro-siemens per centimeter (S/cm). To view the
permeate water conductivity, press from the power display.

Feed Water Conductivity

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Feed water conductivity is the conductivity of the facility supply water. The reading can be checked by
using a hand-held conductivity meter. A meter is included in the Avidity Science Water Quality Monitoring
Kit 2400-0100-100.

Concentrate Water Conductivity

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Conductivity of the concentrate water can be determined by drawing a sample of the water before it goes
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to drain using a hand-held conductivity meter.

Feed Water Temperature

The permeate temperature is the temperature of the permeate (product) water after it passes through the
membrane. A rapid increase in permeate water temperature may damage the membrane. To view the per-
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feed water temperature, press from the power display.

Operating Pressure
The pressure of the source water entering the Pico machine. To view the permeate water pressure, press
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from the power display.

DI Quality
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DI Quality is the quality of the water after passing through the De-ionization cartridge. To view the DI
water quality, press from the power display.
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Percent Rejection

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A percent rejection setting of 95 percent is used to rate the performance of a reverse osmosis water
machine. A noticeable decrease in the percent of rejection is an indication that a membrane should be
replaced. Membrane fouling and/or scaling, hydraulic plugging, membrane hydrolysis (degradation), and
mechanical failures can plug up the membrane and the percent of rejection can increase.
Membrane fouling and/or scaling is the presence of organic or biological foulants and/or mineral scale buildup

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directly on the membrane surface.
Hydraulic plugging is the presence of material (foulant, scale or particles) that obstructs the flow-channel
spacing between the membrane leaves of a spiral wound membrane.

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Table 5 lists some of the issues that can be identified by a change in the percent rejection rate. In addition
to these issues, a drop in the percent of rejection may be a sign of an improper pH level, a sign the percent
recovery rate is set too high, or a sign the composition of the feed water has changed.

Table 5. The Effect of Various Problems on Percent Rejection.

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Problem Percent of Rejection Rate of Change

Biofouling initial increase, decrease after cleaning gradual

Chemical scale decrease, especially in last membrane rapid

Colloidal fouling
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initial slight decrease, much greater later gradual
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Aluminum sulfate scale little to no change gradual

Leaking o-rings decrease immediate

RO unit pump pressure too low decrease immediate

Below are the formulas required to calculate the Percent Rejection.

FeedWaterConductivity + ConcentrateConductivity
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AverageConductivity = -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2

AverageConductivity – PermeateConductivity
PercentRejection = ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Monthly Log Sheet
US Standards

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NOTE: RO machine operating data descriptions are located in chapter Recording Monthly Operating Data.

Pico Operating Data Normal Sun Mon Tue Wed Thurs Fri Sat

Permeate Conductivity
µS/cm

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0 to 80

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Feed Water Conductivity
µS/cm
Less than
Obtain from hand-held meter using 1400
a sample drawn from the feed
water sample valve.

Feed Water Temperaturea

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C [°F] 5° to 35°
[45° to 90°]
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Operating Pressure
bar [psi] 5.5 to 6.0

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[14.5 to 87]
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DI Quality
(Type 2 water only)
M/cm 1 to 15

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Percent Rejection
Greater
See section Percent Rejection on than 95
page 30.
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a. For every one degree below 15° C [59° F], expect a 3 percent reduction in the permeate production.
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Replacement Parts

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Below are the replacement parts for the Pico Water Purification Systems.

CAUTION! Use only original factory-supplied replacement parts. Failure to do

can result in equipment damage and will void product warranty.

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Manufacture
Item Description Pico Model EI Number

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Number

Combination Pre-Treatment and RO Module (10 lph) PICO10T2 TC021 7120-3000-101

PICO10T2UV
PICO10T3
PICO10T3UV
1

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Combination Pre-Treatment and RO Module (20 lph) PICO20T2 TC022 7120-3000-102
PICO20T2UV
PICO20T3
PICO20T3UV

DI Cartridge PICO10T2 TC023 7120-3000-103

PICO10T2UV
2
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PICO20T2UV
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3 Tank Vent All TC024 7120-3000-104

Ultraviolet (UV) Lamp PICO10T2UV TC025 7120-3000-105

PICO10T3UV
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PICO20T2UV
PICO20T3UV

5 Power Supply Unit POWE00002 7120-3000-106

6 Pump Assembly PUMP00006 7120-3000-107

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7 Pressure and Temperature Sensor w/ T-fitting SENS00013 7120-3000-108

8 Wire Harness LOOM0010 7120-3000-109

9 Tank Level Sensor SENS00011 7120-3000-110

All
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10 DI Quality Sensor SENS00003 7120-3000-111

11 Check Valve VALV00002 7120-2200-106

12 Inlet Solenoid Valve VALV00004 7120-2200-107

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13 Permeate Water Conductivity Sensor SENS00005 7120-2200-111

14 Flow Restrictor (green) REST00002 7120-2200-115

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