AquaticLife RO Buddie User Manual

OVERVIEW
The RO Buddie uses replaceable Sediment, Carbon
and RO Membrane cartridges. The Sediment and
Carbon cartridges are self-contained pre-filters that
remove particulate matter and some compounds
found in the water supply, including chlorine.
The RO Membrane is located in the center canister,
separating the water into a more purified water
and a concentrated waste water.
PARTS LIST
Micron Cartridge
Carbon Cartridge
RO Unit Housing with Mounting Brackets
and Screws
Canister Cap Wrench
Faucet Adapter
¼" Tubing
Reverse Osmosis Membrane
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TIP FOR AQUARIUM OWNERS:
Using the RO Buddie to top off evaporation or for
makeup water will significantly reduce the amount
of impurities going into your aquarium. Reduction
of impurities in your water should greatly increase
your success.
WARNING:
Please read carefully before proceeding with
installation. Failure to follow these instructions or
operating parameters may lead to the product’s
failure and possible property damage.
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REPLACEMENT PARTS
DIAGRAM
NUMBER
ITEM
NUMBER
PART DESCRIPTION
1 9000345 Cap Membrane
2 9000474 Gasket - Cap Membrane
3 9000703 Flow Restrictor
4 9000705 Bracket - Membrane to Cartridge (2 PK)
5 9000706 Bracket - Wall Mount (2 PK)
6 500255 Fitting Press Fit Elbow w Clip (6 PK)
7 500258 Fitting Press Fit Straight w/Clip (7 PK)
8 500297 Tubing Blue 1/4 IN. (50 FT.)
9 500259 Faucet Adapter (2 PK)
10 9000352 Wrench - Membrane Cap
2
6
7
8
1
3
4
5
9

AquaticLife RO Buddie Specifications

General

Type	Reverse Osmosis System
Stages	4
GPD	50
Filter Life	6-12 months
Membrane Life	2-3 years
Pre-filters	Sediment and Carbon
Included Filters	RO Membrane
Warranty	1 year

Summary

INSTALLATION

Mount the RO Buddie Unit

Secure the RO Buddie unit to a solid surface using the provided brackets and screws.

Remove Shipping Plugs

Connect Faucet Adapter

Attach the Faucet Adapter to a cold water supply and connect tubing.

Connect Supply Water Tubing

Connect Output Tubing

Flush Filter Cartridges

Install RO Membrane

Remove old membrane, insert new one into housing, ensuring plastic pipe is flush.

Connect Membrane Tubing

Flush Membrane Preservative

How to Use the Buddie Fit™ Press Fittings

Insert Tubing into Fitting

RO BUDDIE FILTER BASICS & REPLACEMENTS

TROUBLESHOOTING

Leaks at Connections

Use plumber's tape for threaded leaks; ensure tubing has "double push" for fittings.

No Water Production

Check water supply and cartridge condition; ensure water flows freely through filters.

Low Water Production

Adjust for temperature and pressure using correction factors table.

USE & CARE