5 Most Common Problems With An RO System and Their Solutions

5 Most Common Problems With An RO System And
Their Solutions
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January 25, 2018
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The RO (reverse-osmosis) system is ideally a healthy way to achieve a level of water

purity that makes it fit for drinking and cooking purposes, as compared to general tap
water. Reverse-osmosis filters remove unwanted pollutants from general tap water and
flush impurities away.
A reverse-osmosis system contains a cold-water valve that takes water from an external
source and supplies water for the system. The cold water then goes through a pre-filter
which gets rid of sediments and impurities. The RO membrane is the most important
part of the system – it allows the filtration process to take place. The water, after leaving
the storage tank, gets deposited into the post-filter which is usually made of carbon. The
odour is completely removed after going through this filter. The shut-off valve conserves
water when the storage tank is full. The storage tank can hold up to 3 gallons of water at
a time. After going through the complete filtration process, the water comes out of the
faucet.
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However, after some years of constant use, the RO system wears down and some faults
arise. Not only does an RO system need to be periodically maintained and cleaned, the
storage tank also needs to be cleaned as the water would taste unpleasant even after you
take the precautionary maintenance with your RO system. You also should get regular
water purifier service done. Some common problems exist in all RO systems – you
might have already faced them. Or there may be defects that you may now have begun
to notice. But there are also solutions to troubleshoot these problems, as mentioned
below.
5 Common RO Problems and Their Solutions!
1. A noisy faucet or drain

This is one of the most common problems of an RO system. Generally, this is caused
when you are installing a new system or after you have changed the filter cartridges,
and the air gets pushed out. There’s no need to worry as the noise will gradually reduce
in a week. You can also seek help from UrbanClap RO experts to help you out. Regular
water purifier service will also help maintian the life of your RO.
Pro Tip: One more thing that you could do is to set the tubes straight. You can check
again for gaps in the system if the noise problem persists.
2. Leakage in the faucet

If the system parts are fitted loosely, there will be some amount of leakage. Also, try to
locate where the leakage is originating from. Sometimes, it comes from the bottom of
the faucet stem. So you can tighten all the fittings again and push the tubing further into
the valves, drain saddle and ports. This will improve the joint.
3. Foul odour or bad taste of water

Stagnant water is the source of foul odour. Also, depleted filters and worn-out
membranes are the major reasons why the water in your house tastes bad. You simply
need to replace the depleted components and the water will start tasting good again.
The storage water needs to get changed periodically so that air and bubbles are reduced.
4. A system that runs without stopping

This happens if the shut-off valve doesn’t close properly or the check valve is broken.
Wrong installation of a membrane also makes the system continue to run. In order to
stop the continuous flow of water, you need to measure the pressure in the storage tank.
Ideally, the pressure needs to be 35-40 psi. If the check valve is broken, simply replace
it.
5. Water flows slower than usual
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Again, this problem is related to pressure, and more often than not, the volume of water
is less. You need to check if the water pressure in the RO tank is optimal. If it’s not, then
raise the value to 6 – 8 psi carefully by using a pressure gauge. Sometimes, the bladder
inside the tank cannot hold the pressure and then the whole tank must be replaced.
So, by now you have learnt how to fix your RO system and we hope that you are able to
troubleshoot whenever the time comes.
However, if you do not want to go through the painstaking process of fixing your RO
system yourself, RO experts from UrbanClap are here to your rescue.
Repairing an RO system can be quite a tedious process as opening the entire system for
problems and then reassembling it would take a lot of time. You can try the services of
professionals on our platform and be free from any worry, in the comfort of your own
home.
You might also want to read: 4 Best Tips And Ways To Maintain Your Water Purifier
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January 25, 2018

The RO (reverse-osmosis) system is ideally a healthy way to achieve a level of water

5 Common RO Problems and Their Solutions!

1. A noisy faucet or drain

2. Leakage in the faucet

3. Foul odour or bad taste of water

4. A system that runs without stopping

5. Water flows slower than usual

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