How to Service a Reverse Osmosis system & Reverse Osmosis Troubleshooting Guide

How Reverse Osmosis Works

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Accumulator Water Tank

Air Gap

Air Pressure Gauge

ASV Auto Shutoff Valve

Biofilm

Concentrate Water

Drain Saddle

Faucets

Flow Restrictor

Compression Fittings

Micron Rating

Mineral Water Filter

Permeate Water

Post Filters

Pre Filters

Pressure Pumps

Quick Connectors

RO Membrane

Sanitizing

Screen Filters

Tank Inversion Stand

UV Ultraviolet Sterilizer

Water Softeners

Water Testing DIY

Well Water Problems

Whole House Filtration

Typical Standard 5 Stage Reverse Osmiosis Drinking Water System

Concentrate Water - aka Waste Water

Concentrate Water - aka Waste Water Down the Drain.

Impurities that are removed from the Permeate drinking water by the process of RO Reverse Osmosis are concentrated into the waste water sent to the drain.  This drain water is referred to as the Concentrate water. The impurities are concentrated for disposal.