RO/DI ? for those that uses it.

harlequinnut

harlequinnut

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I've been looking at some ro/di systems on the web and I have a few questions. Some systems come with a holding tank and some don't, do I need it? I'm a little intimidated by the thought of hooking it up to my water supply since I'm not very plumbing oriented. Can you explained to me how it's done? Something about a needle piercing fresh water feeding clamp and a saddle clamp for discharge water, what is it?:confused:
 
saltynewbie

saltynewbie

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all i use to collect my RO/DI water is a rubbermaid tub. as far as the hookups go, i am not certain if it is the same for all units, but mine came with directions that were pretty clear. it shouldnt be too hard to hook up. HTH! :)
 
david t.

david t.

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i just purchased a 6 stage reef unit on ---- new never used. from a place in california for 78.00 . they have a adapter you can get for 8.00 that allows you to hook it up to a water hose spicket. if you need there info email me at traildvd1@cs.com and i will let you know.
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reefnut

reefnut

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The holding tank is for drinking water...
Here's how mine is connected!! The waste water drains down the washer drain.
 
reefnut

reefnut

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I don't have the drinking water setup so it just fills a garbage can. Before I set up the garbage can I filled 5g buckets... It worked ok but this way the water is always readily available.
 
beckzilla

beckzilla

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Harle, the holding tank is for pressurizing a separate water system used for drinking water. IMHO it is the absolute best water for anything human or animal consumption. I use mine for mixing Koolaid-lemonade, also have it hooked up to icemaker and it makes excellent icecubes. I even give it to my 4 cats. They love it and i know they are not getting any contaminants. Nothing but the best for my babies. If you want more info on RO water email me and i can answer any question you have and give you some good web sites to check out. beckz@comcast.net
 
brianrish

brianrish

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I agree that a holding tank is a good thing. If you're going to go to the trouble to have one of these units (which you should), then you may as well drink the water yourself.
When I bought my RO/DI unit I also got a nifty little meter that checks the disolved solids in the water so you can see when it's time for a filter change. The lower the number the better.
I checked my tap water and it was a whopping 62! The RO/DI water is 2.
I like the RO/DI water so much I plan on running lines to all of the sinks in my house so no matter where I go I have the "good stuff!"
The unit I got came with very clear instructions, the holding tank and a little drinking water spout that you attach to your sink.
I like it a lot! My dog sems to like the water too :D
My Uncle is a dentist, so I should mention this. If you only drink RO/DI water, make sure you use a toothpaste that has floride in it. Most municiple water systems fortify the water with flouride for healthy teeth. The RO/DI unit will filter this out. Your pearly whites will thank you!!
 
harlequinnut

harlequinnut

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What happens when the holding tank is full and what happens to the "waste water" that everyone is talking about? Do you need a separate container to hold the waste water? Can you shut of the water when you don't need it or when the tank is full? Some filters are nontransparent and some are clear(see through). What's the difference? I am so confused. :confused:
 
reefnut

reefnut

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Many units have a auto shutoff valve. When the tank it filled or the unit is shut down the auto shutoff valve closes shutting down the waste water production.
I let the waste water drain down the washing machine's drain. If it was hooked up to a sink then it would drain down the sink's drain.
Filters starting from RIGHT to LEFT... Sediment Filter, Carbon Filter 1, Carbon Filter 2, DI Cartridge. The RO membrane housing is on top.
 
elfdoctors

elfdoctors

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Is the white tube thing in your rubbermaid container where the water was draining in the auto shutoff valve? I have not been able to run my RO/DI unit continuously because mine didn't come with a autoshutoff valve. My wife wasn't too happy when I had a minor flood when my container overflowed. I have to set mine up in the laundry room so we can keep an eye on it. Your system looks a lot better! Can you add an autoshutoff valve to an existing unit? Any sources?
 
reefnut

reefnut

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The valve in the rubbermaid is a float valve. It will stop the output of the unit.
The auto shutoff valve shuts down the flow of water with-in the unit itself.
Here is a pic.
 
reefnut

reefnut

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BTW, the two blue handle valves you see on the top of the unit is a DI ByPass Valve and a Fast Flush valve. Both very handy in maintaining the unit. Also a pressure gauge is needed to make sure the proper pressure is applied.
For all you auction shoppers, when looking on auction sites and such keep that in mind.
 
reefnut

reefnut

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Originally posted by calvindo
hey, where can i get a garden hose adapter like that? cant seem to find it anywhere.
thanks
Found mine at Wal-Mart in Home & Gardens.
Thanks elfdoctors.
 
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