This is normal. DO NOT drink the first 6.5 gallons of water. Drinking from un-flushed system may cause gastrointestinal discomfort, colic and/ or diarrhea. Consult a physician if discomfort persists. Running out the first two tanks will effectively flush out the system, and make it ready for use. The tank is full when the hissing stops. Using Quick Connect Fittings To remove the tubing from the fitting – push down the seal ring to the fitting body with the thumb and forefinger while simultaneously pulling on the tubing. Some mild resistance to pulling out the tubing is normal. Removing the tubing will be impossible without first fully depressurized the fitting as described in previous sections. Make sure tubing end is smooth and round before inserting it into the fitting. NOTE: A rough or oblong tube end will leak. Insert the tube end about a .” into the fitting then pull back gently to ensure a sung fit. Tap Master Owners Manual Tap Master Contents: 1 Instruction book: detailed descriptions, photos and troubleshooting guide. 1 10” Sediment pre-filter: 5 micron bonded spun poly with high holding depth, 1year service life. 2 10” IRON/Carbon pre filter1: 5 micron granular activated carbon (coconut shell carbon) with IRON filtration, 6-month or 1500 gallon service life. 1 10” Carbon pre filter2: 5 micron granular activated carbon (coconut shell carbon), 1-year or 3900 gallon service life. 1 10” Carbon post filter: 5 micron granular activated carbon (coconut shell carbon), 1-year or 3900 gallon service life. 1 10” Artesian post filter4: 5 micron granular activated carbon (coconut shell carbon) with advanced remineralization media, 1-year or 2500 gallon service life. 1 Thin Film Composite membrane 0.001 micron ultra-fine pore, 50 gallon per day, 4-5 year service life. 1 UV filter3 1-year service life, with universal electronic transformer (50/ 60Hz, 110-240v) featuring audible alert. 1 Flow restriction architecture: integrated flow restrictor and water check valve, central auto shut-off valve. 1 Drain saddle; all fittings and connecting hardware. 1 Reserve tank: 3.2- gallon capacity, mounting stand, ball valve, quick connect fittings and hardware. 1 Chrome long reach sink faucet (or custom faucet); quick connect fittings and hardware. 1 Easy Adapter, Self- piercing valve; all fittings and connection hardware. Maintenance Schedule Sediment filter annual replacement Carbon filter(s) annual replacement IRON/ carbon filter1 6 month replacement UV filter3 annual replacement Membrane (50 gpd TFM) 4-5 year replacement Artesian filter annual replacement General System Specifications • Feed water: PSI 40 - 125 PSI • Feed water Temperature: 40° - 100° (F) For more information please visit or contact customer service at • Max. Total Dissolved Solids (TDS): 2000 ppm 1-800-453-4206. We will be happy to assist. • Max. Hardness: 10 gpg • pH limits: 4 - 10 1 Included with Tap Master IRON and ULTRA only. 4 Included with Tap Master Artesian only. 2 Included with Tap Master standard and UV only. 3 Included with Tap Master UV and ULTRA only. Page 14 Page 3 Customer Hotline 1-800-453-Customer Hotline 1-800-453- Tap Master Owners Manual System Location The Tap Master may be installed under a sink, or in a basement within 20’ feet of the RO sink faucet as long as the Tap Master is not subjected to freezing temperatures. The Tap Master should be mounted vertically where the drain line out is at the bottom. Mount the reserve tank on a sturdy shelf, because it will weigh over thirty pounds when full. Installing The Tap Master® Advanced Reverse Osmosis 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 sink hole, .” for the remainder) .” metal drill bit w/ cobalt tip .” metal drill bit w/ cobalt tip (not required if sink has a pre-drilled hole) .” masonry drill bit (not required if sink has a pre- drilled hole, or if sink is not porcelain) NOTE: SYSTEM MUST BE FLUSHED PRIOR TO USE - ALLOW THE TAP MASTER™ TO RUN FOR 3.5 HOURS, THEN DRAIN COMPLETELY. REPEAT. INITIAL WATER OUTPUT MAY BE DISCOLORED DUE TO FLUSHING OF LOOSE CARBON FROM THE CARBON FILTERS. DO NOT DRINK UNTIL SYSTEM HAS BEEN FLUSHED COMPLETELY. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY PRIOR TO INSTALLATION • Drilling hole for RO sink spigot – porcelain sinks (drilling time – up to . 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 – sink may be slippery. Remove base cover plate from RO sink spigot packaging. Line-up base cover plate with other sink faucets. See Fig 1. Check underside of sink for spacing from trim, curvatures, and other obstacles. See Fig. 15. Don’t place spigot too close...