There’s no denying
that having a reverse osmosis filtration system at home (or even at your
workplace) can greatly benefit everyone using it, since it’s one of the best
and most recommended filtration systems for drinking water. However, like many
other filtration systems, these also need to be cleaned in order to ensure that
your water will continue to be purified.
In general, you’ll
need to clean your RO system between 3 to 12 months, or when the system’s
normalized flux has decreased, even by a small amount, or if the normalized
salt content of your system has increased. Cleaning your RO system might take
some time, which would usually take between four to eight hours, depending on
how foul-smelling the system has become. Also remember to clean your system
using RO-filtered water or soft water to further its longevity.
Normally, you
start cleaning with a low-flow recirculation to remove clogs and dirt collected
inside the system, then slowly apply the manufacturer-approved cleaning
solution for an hour. Should there be any changes with the pH levels, this must
be readjusted until the system achieves the recommended 0.5 pH.
Remember, on the
other hand, that one slight mistake in cleaning can greatly affect your
system’s filtration capabilities, thus you must always stick to the manual to
avoid mistakes. Also exercise care in handling the parts, and keep in mind to
use only the mildest chemicals when you clean your RO filtration system.
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