Reverse Osmosis System Troubleshooting

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www.tier1water.com/reverse-os... Aquaman explains how to troubleshoot and fix the two most common problems with RO systems. As reverse osmosis systems age, the reservoir tanks wear out and the bladder inside the tank fails causing the symptom of no water delivered to the faucet. Checking the pressure on the tank is easy and necessary to determine if the tank is still in good condition. ASO (automatic shut off) valve failure is another common issue with under sink RO systems. The symptom is continuous flow of water down the drain. Both issues are easy to verify and repair. Follow Aquaman's advice and you can inexpensively troubleshoot and repair your reverse osmosis drinking water filter system. Aquaman is a Water Quality Association Certified Water Specialist. His training and experience have given him a deep understanding of water chemistry and water purification equipment. This enables him to provide scientifically accurate information that you can trust!
Links to replacement parts for RO Systems as referenced in video:
*Replacement Automatic Shut-Off (ASO) Valve: www.discountfilterstore.com/a...
* Replacement RO storage tank: www.discountfilterstore.com/r...
* Replacement RO filters set: www.tier1water.com/reverse-os...
* Replacement RO filters + membrane set for RO5, 50 GPD system: www.tier1water.com/reverse-os...
See video "How to identify your membrane" here - • How to Identify Your R...
See video explaining disinfection of RO system here - • Pro Products Sani-Syst...
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@dan110024 8 жыл бұрын

One of the only videos that perfectly describes how the system works. Top stuff!

@davidwilliamson8569 5 жыл бұрын

This video truly helped me solve an issue with my RO. The water wouldn't stop running, checked the tank pressure and was able to fix it within a few minutes. Thank you!

@Weedseed9of9 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the lesson. I'm going to install one of these soon and I was clueless about how they operate. It is nice to have some idea of how they work. Very good presentation.

@danharmmon6196 10 жыл бұрын

So easy to understand! I wish all info videos were by this guy,all ?s answered THANK YOU

@catsshadows 9 жыл бұрын

Great video, I am glad someone has the guts to tell us how much pressure to have when its empty.

@rosemarynolan4650 10 жыл бұрын

How amazing are you aquamanwisdom. I live in a town about 45 minutes north of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. I have been having problems with my 7 stage system for a while. Got hold of the people who sold it to me, they are about 2 hours from me south of Brisbane, and tried to sort it with emails. I was having a hard time of it, could not understand what he was wanting me to do, so then I go looking on the net and find you. You explained it so well, I got a look at the hook up and could see it better. Had the drain feed going from the white exit not the green, here it's green, same tank, the different coloured tubes is a very good idea. Anyway, I think I have done it and thank you very much. If they had done an instruction video as they said I would have been fine. Thanks again

@jules-qu6xg 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for making this video. We were going to replace the filters today. I found this video last night. We now know it is the bladder in the tank. You saved us time, money and frustration.

@Tier1Water 3 жыл бұрын

You are welcome.

@rickyparr8001 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you,i've had a culligan ro system for 18 years and i change my filters myself every year and main membrane filter every 3 to 5 years and i did not know about the aso valve,but mine is fine because the water does not continuosly run.I appreciate your video,i love learning because knowing is power.Thank You very much!

@michaelmakarevich601 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks, exactly the info I needed! I had the super slow flow after about 1-2 years after the installation. I disassembled the valve first and then the whole system wasting 2 hours of my time... After watching your videoI gave a few pumps into the tank and the system started to work fine again.! 2 min.!:)

@MathIsGreatFun 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome, awesome video! Thank you very much for this information. You not only provided abundant insight into the problem I am experiencing, but you also helped me to understand the physics of the RO system much better - all with perfect clarity. Please keep up the fantastic work!

@Tier1Water 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@dr.jacobconway9764 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video! I thought my RO just had an enlarged prostate, but you have relieved my fears.

@capnbobretired 8 жыл бұрын

Great Video. Shot well. Good sound. Excellent information and I personally thank you for publishing it.

@symonalex2152 5 жыл бұрын

thank you for this detailed explanation and the video is 1080p back in 2011, impressive!

@Tier1Water 3 жыл бұрын

you are welcome.

@MegaBpop 5 жыл бұрын

Wow, I am not handyman type person. You were able to explain to me without me feeling lost. Thank You very very much. My problem is the last problem. It is a brand new system. They RO ppl came yesterday and told me for this very same model you have , that it would take 6 hours for the pressure to build and then it would be available for water . I have very little water pressure.

@jdpagent86 11 жыл бұрын

I actually got it working now. With my new confidence on how RO systems work after watching your videos, I began removing pre-filters to see if they were working properly. Turns out my Carbon Pre-Filter was defective and virtually no water was flowing through it. I replaced it and now everything is working perfectly with a huge increase in the water flow (before it was just drops) When all other likely fixes failed, I looked at the unlikely ones. Thanks for the help - it is much appreciated.

@mysticaltech 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this! So clearly explained. Keep up the great work!

@ajblythe 10 жыл бұрын

very thorough explanation on how to troubleshoot the RO system

@peggywurtz8617 3 жыл бұрын

Great video for diagnosing most problems with RO systems. Thank you Aquaman!

@Tier1Water 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@wainpoole5514 4 жыл бұрын

Rats chewed a hole in the membrane, my regular serviceman has retired, so you came to the rescue. Thank you for showing me how the system works. I think I can fix it myself now.

@aronsingletary 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you for posting this. Step number one should be the simplest which is check tank pressure, I can't tell you the amount of aggravation I have gone through trying to get my system to work again.

@svitroful 4 жыл бұрын

Waterman you're my Hero, my tank had no pressure - slow water run, took your advice and added air to the bladder everything is working perfectly. ***Great Video *** - if I saw this video before, I could off saved 40 bucks... thanks AGAIN!!!

@Tier1Water 3 жыл бұрын

Great to hear.

@lprince3884 4 жыл бұрын

Best video I have seen to explain how this thing works and now I know my issue with my water filter system. Thank you sir

@Tier1Water 3 жыл бұрын

You are welcome.

@scottmilligan1087 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I was able to identify low pressure on my tank. Pumped it up and the constant running is solved. I have a dupont 3 cartridge system

@AndreaSamadi 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent video to understanding RO systems. Thank you.

@barrigany 4 жыл бұрын

Beautifully put so Marines could understand. Thank you, sir.

@Tier1Water 3 жыл бұрын

You are welcome.

@ctigelaar 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for explaining the system, with your help I found out what’s wrong with our RO system here.

@Tier1Water 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

@johns2587 10 жыл бұрын

Hi, just wanted to say thanks. Nicely done!

@phoebeminderhoud7472 10 жыл бұрын

Aquaman u rock! Great video thanks for the great information!

@Silkcobra 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks hydro homie. Had no water coming out, no pressure in my tank, ordered a new $40 tank, got my water back.

@Tier1Water 3 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome.

@jpcloete7124 5 жыл бұрын

Explained my problems step by step. Thanks man

@PacoOtis 4 жыл бұрын

Dude! We definitely owe you a beer or two! Thanks for the video! Very well done!!! Bravo!

@Tier1Water 3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome.

@surfmike99 5 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU! I want to compliment you on your presentation; you did an excellent job explaining everything. Blessing to you for sharing.

@Johnnydontdid 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. Very clear and well-explained.

@SimpleKowalski 5 жыл бұрын

Very helpful and professional. Thank You

@strobaholic 5 жыл бұрын

I’d bet this guy didn’t know he’d be a super hero 7 years after posting this video lol.

@watercity2938 4 жыл бұрын

Bạn viết gi đó mình không hiểu gì cả

@wrightmf 3 жыл бұрын

Aqua-man has been around for decades and also member of the Justice League of America alongside Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman. Not sure why he gave up super strength, durability, control over sea life, exceptional swimming ability, ability to breathe underwater to become a plumber (still has durability). However, I liked his description of the RO system particularly constant drain of water is due to faulty ASO valve. Many other YT videos don't really mention this.

@Tier1Water 3 жыл бұрын

A hero shows up when they are needed.

@Mikeynuts21 5 жыл бұрын

Clear and well explained Thank you, good sir.

@martir1RM 4 жыл бұрын

Very nice job on this video. Great explanation.

@cruiser1947 10 жыл бұрын

Very helpful video. Thanks for posting it.

@dreamsamelia2176 5 жыл бұрын

What a great teacher! Thank you!

@decorosotalle2110 5 жыл бұрын

Very good presentation. Thanks for sharing this video.

@Tier1Water 12 жыл бұрын

Better. RO systems love more pressure! Though with that much of an increase you will need to be certain you are taking good care of your O-rings. They will obviously be stressed much more under the greater pressure. Having said that, you will get much better production rates and higher TDS rejection.

@TheAnuprobert 7 жыл бұрын

it works perfectly. just needed to adjust the air pressure of water tank. Many thanks!

@markouma715 6 жыл бұрын

Easy to understand. Cover the pump on this I will be very grateful, tell also why we get high volume of brine water than permeate when ASOV is ok

@keithjiron3439 6 жыл бұрын

So helpful. Just saved me a bunch of hassle and money!

@netman88 7 жыл бұрын

Very good video on troubleshooting. Thank you.

@Trully1949 9 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Very helpful video.

@balipan09 4 жыл бұрын

Fantastic work my friend. Very concise. Wonderful and helpful video 👍👍

@Tier1Water 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@j.l.haynes3522 10 жыл бұрын

You rock!! Genius...saved me a service call.

@matthewboland5598 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you. This was very helpful 👍

@vickyfox1757 8 жыл бұрын

Great video and easy to understand. Thanks

@ressyfaerie 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks this was useful and easy to undertand!

@johnworrall169 3 жыл бұрын

Really good explanation of how it works, I think I need an ASO valve!!! John. UK

@Tier1Water 3 жыл бұрын

Good luck!

@davidblue435 3 жыл бұрын

You Sir are very informative and have a gift of communicating with in- depth explanation. Thank you for educational video. I now know I need a tank and possibly a ASO valve. Hissing is only at certain times. I will change the tank and if I hear the ASO not shutting off I will replace. I just installed a PRV and had to reduce to 55 PSI from 85 PSI for Water distribution system for entire house. I believe the previous high pressure trashed the tank and possibly the ASO Valve. Question, before I replace either do you know what the PSI rating for tank and ASO Valve?

@rockyfs1 4 жыл бұрын

Great explanation. Thorough. Appreciate the information!

@Tier1Water 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@shanawaldron5817 10 жыл бұрын

Very helpful! I'm having very little water that comes out of the tap, about 1 cup. Now I am off to check the pressure.

@Mo3alim2020 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot ... You are wonderful. The system is now so clear to me.

@waltersenekal8076 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks, this was very usefull

@jesushopeforthenations 8 жыл бұрын

thanks so much it was really help full i am going to try it now

@ANCIENTWARRI0R 8 жыл бұрын

Great video I just wish you had more troubleshooting vids. These are two problems but based on the comments there's quite a few more issues out there. Including mine which is the tank isn't filling with water.. I've seen other websites that mention this problem and say check this and check that. They're not clear like this vid was.

@Tier1Water 8 жыл бұрын

+Ancient Warrior Thank you for contacting WaterFilters.NET! Our Customer Service department would be happy to assist in troubleshooting any issues you are experiencing. Please call us at 888-801-7873. We are open Monday-Friday 7AM-7PM CST. Thank you!

@audunjemtland8287 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this. You're good at explaining. I have a 10" filter with a 10" housing, but the filter became moldy because I couldn't screw it shut, it didn't go all the way down to the buttom(rounded off housing at the buttom, two different manufacturors. How is the water supposed to flow when the filter is inside the housing?

@kvinde28 11 жыл бұрын

Great explanation, thanks! We have a GE RO system and no water is coming at all. We know that what happened to it was that the water was left on here at the acreage and the well was run dry, which clogged up everything in the RO system and we figured it was just the filters that needed changing so we bought new ones and tried to install but there isn't any water coming through at all. After watching the video, can you tell me what you think might have happened? Do I need a new tank also?

@slingshotkid77 5 жыл бұрын

Good job Aqua-man!

@robertcastro5892 6 жыл бұрын

Great video aqua man!

@andybobnolen 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you, very helpful!

@hereiam911 12 жыл бұрын

Wow, you provided great information in the video! I have a Watts ZRO-4 and the Recirculation Pump seized. Then modified it with a ASO valve, and check valve between the membrane and GAC filter. The task piqued my interests, now I'm considering adding another housing at the end of pre-filters. E.g. a 5 micron coconut shell carbon cartridge, or a VOC Filter block. I just wonder if doing all that is unnecessary, considering the membrane does it too. Hope you can help. Thanks for the helpful video!

@rg2027x 11 жыл бұрын

Excellent video! Thank you so much for making it

@thumdar 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the helpful video!

@whtahtefcuk 9 жыл бұрын

Nice work... Great video.

@DracoAquarian1 12 жыл бұрын

Very good and important video ! Thanks !

@hariyonosoedjono932 5 жыл бұрын

thank you, your explains answered my question

@Tier1Water 3 жыл бұрын

you are welcome.

@trudysimon8359 10 жыл бұрын

Wow, great video. Lots of good information. I changed the filters and everything seemed ok for a week or two. Then the pressure in the tank was low and we pumped it up and the pressure is good. But now the taste is off. I did not change the finishing filter when I changed the other four filters. I did not change the finishing filter because all of the other filters were very clean. Do you have any suggestions? Change the finishing filter? Flush the system? Or what? Thanks so much.

@HadEnough745 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info!

@vbaccess11 10 жыл бұрын

Great video. Thanks for the info.

@queenidog1 10 жыл бұрын

Aquaman, I love your videos! After a number of tests, i found I had water going INTO the RO membrane but NONE coming out. Taking it apart I found the membrane packed with carbon material. (I have a 5-stage system. It wasn't granules, but "brittle film" that broke up when I rubbed my finger over it. It was also in the last stage of the carbon filter. I cleaned the filter chambers and buying a new membrane. Any idea what caused this?

@andrewswilliam67 9 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much.

@tayoscowley6088 7 жыл бұрын

very helpful, many thanks

@ronholm7547 7 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. It didn't address my questions, but it's very helpful for understanding how reverse osmosis systems work. I have two questions. First, unlike the problem depicted in the video (continuous discharge), my system never discharges any more. Second, after more research, I don't think I need reverse osmosis anyway. I wonder if my water is still being filtered in four stages and if so, is this as good as a high-end four-stage non-RO filtration system, or should I ditch the system I have and replace it?

@JM-kf8on 5 жыл бұрын

RO or Distillation are the ONLY methods that can achieve ideal drinking water- under 50ppm of Total Dissolved Solids. If the new equipment can bring your water to less than 50ppm then yes, this is the standard for ideal drinking water. It can be measured using a TDS Meter. Email Solutions@ecocarelifestyle.ca to purchase your TDS Meter. Or PM Ecocare Lifestyle on FB or Instagram. Your support helps us to continue our awareness campaigns on plastic, air, and water pollution, as well as many other environmental campaigns.

@jacobbrown3996 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! You gave me the answer I needed. Thanks!

@Tier1Water 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it!

@PhilBrown28 12 жыл бұрын

Thank you. That makes sense. i gave it a try and it still leeks. Probably just going to buy a new system. It's a pretty old system. One more question. If I keep the tank from this one do you think i could hook it up in addition to the new tank to have two reservoirs? If so, this would be great. We have a family of seven and deplete a small tan pretty quickly sometimes.

@povrtsux1 4 жыл бұрын

Great Video! My tank was about empty in the morning. Checked the water going into it and it's drops and not a flow or stream of water. What is the normal flow into the tank coming from the system? Just changed all filter, so they're all brand new. Is there another issue or blockage causing this? If so, where? Thanks!

@fadifanous 12 жыл бұрын

@aquamanwisdom it is a white residue that appears on top of the water in a glass and stays on the glass when it is empty, it is somewhat grainy and thought it looked like bubbles but its isnt.

@jumples1 10 жыл бұрын

Thank you, very usefull.

@novaelhen5926 8 жыл бұрын

it is a very helpful video thank you

@psalm162 10 жыл бұрын

Excellent vid, Aquaman! Thank you so much. :-)

@beatweezl 4 жыл бұрын

Very well explained. Thank you.

@Tier1Water 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@carriemerlino6479 9 жыл бұрын

thank you sooooooooo much! That was so helpful and well put!!!

@Tier1Water 9 жыл бұрын

Carrie Merlino Thank you for the comment! Glad to hear the video helped you out :)

@AperiOculos1 11 жыл бұрын

brilliant info, cheers

@basimfara 10 жыл бұрын

Thanks for explanation

@thomasmulcahy9238 9 жыл бұрын

Great video!

@johnnyappleseed79 4 жыл бұрын

Solved my gurgling issue. Needed pressure added. Ty

@Tier1Water 3 жыл бұрын

You are welcome.

@MrRentgould 7 жыл бұрын

Nicely done.

@troynellermoe3030 9 жыл бұрын

Wise Aquaman - Excellent video. I'm in the process of troubleshooting my newly installed system (slightly different from the system you are talking about), but now I believe I do have a defective ASO valve. The instructions say to allow the tank to fill 6-12 hours and it has been discharging for at least 18 hours. I am getting ~42 psi at the Schrader valve on the 3.5 gallon storage tank, so this back pressure should be bringing silence and rest to the system. Right? Many people are asking about the amount of water wasted from RO systems. I can say that my manual specifies a ratio of 7:1 (7 parts wasted to 1 part filtered water). Prior to connecting my discharge line (coming from the air gap faucet) into a drain pipe, I ran the line to 5 gallon buckets. I filled about 8 of these (40 gallons), of wasted brine water. This is more than 11 wasted for every filtered gallon. I'm hoping your advice is true and this is a defective ASO valve, because if these systems are truly this wasteful, then they should be outlawed. I'll also mention that I do have a water softener, so what could be challenging the filter to work so slowly? I'll let you know if the problem gets resolved from a call to the manufacturers. Thanks!

@totolovesunsun 9 жыл бұрын

Troy Nellermoe "then they should be outlawed", RO with less waste water should be built. We should waste no water at CA

@delxmax 8 жыл бұрын

+li sun To get less waste water with an RO system, you put a second membrane fed by the first membranes waste water and you may need a booster pump. You cut your waste water in half this way.

@arthurwaring8970 7 жыл бұрын

good information thank you

@jasonSuu1921 11 жыл бұрын

thanks aquaman!

@Tier1Water 13 жыл бұрын

@wooderson92 8-10 psi when empty, 35-40 when full of water.

@paulmaxwell8851 5 жыл бұрын

Very well made video.

@EnergyAndLightAwakening 4 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU This has been very helpful in some cases but I'm still having an issue. PLEASE HELP!!! I just changed all of the filters and the membrane but when I turn on the water there is no brine water coming out of the black tube nor can I flush the membrane even after I remove flow restrictor. I've checked and cleaned the membrane tube to make sure there was no clogging but it didn't help. UGH in tears!! Thank you.

@tazmo66 6 жыл бұрын

Could you explain which filter choices are best for filtering surface water with a 4 stage RO system. I have had sediment, Carbon Carbon. But was recently told to do Sediment, Carbon, Sediment...

@RVFanatic 9 жыл бұрын

Exceptional video, never seen so many comments on a video. I am having a purging sound coming out of the faucet vent hole. Going to check my tank pressure, but wondering if this is the sound of water draining out the black tube you described? System works fine other than this annoying sound. THANKS AGAIN!

@Tier1Water 9 жыл бұрын

RVFanatic Good Afternoon,Yes, the sound you are probably hearing is the brine water draining out from your faucet.Please let us know if you have any additional questions!

@jamesbriski749 9 жыл бұрын

RVFanatic