RO-MAN Reverse Osmosis Systems - Frequently Asked Questions
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Im a fish keeper, I have been told I need RO unit, WHY AND WHATS ALL THE PARTS DO?
Where do I use an R.O. system?   Possibly the question should be where do I NOT use an R.O. system.  An R.O. system is not used to filter water ......
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The Flow Restrictor
First, to create pressure throughout the membrane element.Second and more importantly, to maintain a desired ratio of reject flow (to drain) and permeate (product) flow. Residential membranes require a reject flow ......
Not Rated Last Update: 2007-02-20 Views: 94
Booster pump
A booster pump is used to increase inlet pressure to the Reverse Osmosis (RO) membrane. RO membranes require a minimum of about 35 PSI to operate efficiently. Most water supplies meet ......
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How simple is an R.O. unit to install for drinking water? I am especially interested in how to tap into the water supply.
It is fairly simple. You have a small attachment that you place on the cold water pipe under the sink, you then \"twist\" a little butterfly type nut (called a saddle ......
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Waste a lot of water
It depends on what you mean by waste. A home RO unit uses water to clean itself and wash away impurities. It\'s like a lot of other water-using appliances. We use ......
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Importance Of Water Pressure To The System
It is the pressure of water that forces the water through the membrane for purification and flushes the rejected solids away. Low water pressure will result in reduced production and premature ......
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Are membrane-flushing and built-in TDS meters really necessary?
The filters of your RO system should be changed periodically.   In general, both the pre- and post-filters should be replaced about every six months, the maintenance schedules may vary due ......
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Water Wasted Down The Drain
There is a certain percentage of water from the system that goes to the drain. This water is carrying away the impurities. These particles are too small to be caught by ......
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Flow Restrictors
The Flow Restrictor has two functions:First, to create pressure throughout the membrane element.Second and more importantly, to maintain a desired ratio of reject flow (to drain) and permeate (product) flow. Residential ......
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Membrane need to be replaced
With proper maintenance of your sediment and activated carbon pre-filters, your reverse osmosis membrane should last 2-5 years....
Not Rated Last Update: 2008-05-07 Views: 49
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I am worried about Cryptosporidium
Cryptosporidium has recently (25/06/08) been reported in tap water in Northamptonshire by the news media. Cryptosporidium has caused several large waterborne disease outbreaks of gastrointestinal illness, with symptoms that include ......
Not Rated Last Update: 2008-06-26 Views: 2
What is the physical size is a RO-Man system
36 Gallon Per Day 2 Stage Reverse Osmosis SYSTEM Dimensions 14cm High x 35cm Wide x 13cm Deep   50 Gallon Per Day 3 Stage Reverse Osmosis System Dimensions 39cm High ......
Not Rated Last Update: 2008-06-09 Views: 1
Waste a lot of water
It depends on what you mean by waste. A home RO unit uses water to clean itself and wash away impurities. It\'s like a lot of other water-using appliances. We use ......
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What filters will fit my NON RO-Man.com system
Other Manufacturers RO Systems Aqua Pure drinking water system AP-DWS1000 Can use RO-Man.com 3 stage RO system filter set http://www.ro-man.com/shop/product_info.php/cPath/24_52/products_id/192 Aqua Medic :- 300,  Easy Line 90,  Premium Line 90/150  Can ......
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What Filters do I require for my RO-Man.com system?
50 Gallon Per Day 4 Stage  Requires - RO-Man.com 4 stage RO system filter set http://www.ro-man.com/shop/product_info.php/cPath/24_52/products_id/193  75 Gallon Per Day 3 Stage Reverse osmosis Unit Requires - RO-Man.com 3 stage RO ......
Not Rated Last Update: 2008-05-21 Views: 1
Why is the pH of my RO water so low, I'm worried about my Reef Aquarium?
If you measure the pH of Reverse Osmosis water directly from a RO system you will typically find that the pH reads around 6 to 6-5. This might seem like a problem to ......
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WHY IS IT SO HARD TO GET THROUGH TO A PERSON ON THE TELEPHONE?
We are an Internet trading company, we deal with pretty much everything online – including all of our orders, payments and our technical support.  By not having constant telephone support we ......
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Why do your professional systems have a DI and what is the life of the DI resin
The life of DI is dictated by the quality of the water that comes out of the RO systems, this quality  depends on the feed tds, water temp and pressure. For instance ......
Not Rated Last Update: 2008-05-12 Views: 12
Why do your (RO-MAN) systems have twin o rings and why do you need such high speculations on filter housings?
Our 50, 75,100, 200 300 and 450 gpd systems have twin housing  that are rated at 160psi They basically withstand more pressure and water mains hammering than standard housing  In fact ......
Not Rated Last Update: 2008-05-12 Views: 10
Why do you supply Pressure gauges as standard on your RO systems?
Basically because they are a MUST if you going to know if you systems is working correctly..   Operational pressure is a good indication of the expected production rates… (Lower the ......
Not Rated Last Update: 2008-05-12 Views: 14
RO-MAN Systems are high quality at a reasonable cost. Our membranes are made in America under license for us by one of the leading membrane manufacturers in the country. Our systems are made in the UK and are pressure tested to 100 psi (7 bar). Our company ethos is to provide the best service that we can whilst maintaining low prices and high quality.