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TROUBLE SHOOTING
Note: turn off the system before servicing
PROBLEM
CAUSE
SOLUTIONS
Milky colored water
Air in system
Air in the system is a normal
occurrence with initial startup of
the RO system. This milky look
will disappear during normal use
within 1 to 2 weeks.
Small amount of water from stor-
age tank
System just starting up
Air pressure in storage tank is low
Normally it takes 2-3 hours to fill
tank. Low water pressure and/or
temperatures can reduce production
rate.
Add pressure to storage tank. The
pressure should be 8-10 psi when
the tank is empty
Slow production
Low water pressure
Crimps in tubing
Clogged pre-filters
Fouled membrane
Add a booster pump
Make sure tubing is straight
Replace pre-filters
Replace membrane
Water taste or smell offensive
Post carbon is depleted
Fouled membrane
Sanitizer not flushed out
Replace post carbon
Replace membrane
Drain storage tank and Refill it
overnight
No drain water
Clogged flow control
Replace flow control
Leaks
Fittings are not tightened
Twisted O-ring
Misalignment of hole in drain
saddle
Tighten fittings as necessary
Replace a o-ring
Realign drain saddle
