Installing a reverse osmosis water filter from APEC 5 stage (RO-ES50)

[@michaelggood]

This is the best homemade instruction video on the web. 1) No corny talking 2) Ran in double-time 3) Text instructions at the right time

[@Michael-nr8ur]

Rock on! This video was GREAT! Thanks!

[@mitchellgodfrey2784]

Almost word for word what I was going to say. so...ditto!

[@J235304204]

Im starting to like videos that people simply just do the job instead of talking.

[@dvbdvbdvb]

I agree, and also I try to make them shorter than 10 minutes long. Thanks for stopping by!

[@mikedoingmikethings702]

Huadong Feng I agree... But I don't mind if they talk about forthcoming issues with the install that may SAVE us the headache or to suggest hacks with the install, but most of the time youtubers gets side tracked and talk about things that has nothing to do with the task at hand whatsoever and the video turns out boring and extremely long...

[@dirklerxstpratt2112]

I would prefer some talking but I would agree that too many videos have excessive talking so this is better than that.

[@markkulyas2418]

A picture's worth a thousand words.

[@Gtheexplorer_]

Agreed!

[@damnarse]

Thanks! Installed my APEC RO-ES50 and only used your video. Took me 2 hours instead of 9 minutes.

[@nickatchison]

How my guy 😂😂😂

[@beckyschwantes5287]

Did you use an appropriate air gap for your drain line?

[@traviscole7069]

That's the typical time it takes. My friend took 3 hours to get it done but he had to drill the marble countertop.

[@homerthompson2740]

I'm not even buying this thing and I find your video mesmerizing

[@crash2037]

Thank you X 100. I am not the most handy but I like to pretend I am. This was the biggest project I have done in the house and your video made it pretty darn easy. Took about two hours. For someone handy, might take an hour or less. I used it to install the RO-90. Almost identical installation!

[@hantzleyaudate7697]

hey! Crazy times we're living in now...how has your system held up? I'm about to install my RO-90 wish me luck!

[@GetLeverage]

Thank you so much for showing us your process! I appreciated the "fast forward" (to reduce the length of the video). While the Apec RO-90 did come with instructions, there is nothing like a visual to ensure you are on the right path! Thanks again!

[@howtowinincourt8277]

OMG... what a relief. Love your sped up video. I barely had to fast forward. I guess I'm impatient these days. Again, thanks for making a clear and quick video. Exceptional job.

[@vntnnguyen]

Wow, the best video showing how to do I have ever watched. You are a great guy.

[@crimsonstyles]

This helped me install my system with ease. Last thing remaining is to drill into the top for the faucet position. Thanks!

[@SteveRotheGarden]

That was awesome, the time lapse saving lots of time while clearly showing the process.

[@gospyder]

What a great video. This will save me $159 for "propfessional installation." Video LIKED!

[@Stophocles]

Perfect. Going to install this exact system when I get home tonight, and now I feel like I'm already familiar with it.

[@ChungNguyen-cl5he]

All action, no time wasting fillers. Wish more install videos are done this way.

[@kevinm8865]

Dude AWESOME video! I have been dreading installing my unit but just finished it up a few minutes ago due to your video. The paper instructions are good but few things beat watching someone actually do it! I did refer to the manual for some details though. Thanks for taking time out to do this video and for not being the typical arrogant douche. Also, thanks for just getting to the point AND for fast forwarding the longer/tedious parts. I had a leak at first and thought I eff'ed up but realized I didn't push the line in far enough into the RO faucet. After fiddling with it and tightening connections, I pushed it in harder and NO more leak. I will be checking out your other videos and may subscribe. You get a thumbs up (like) from me. Thanks again

[@treyasberry360]

Thank you for the help! Used this video alone to help install my Ro-Hi 90 Apec RAo system.

[@nicky77uk1]

If you follow this guy, you can install any ro system. To the point and great camera angles. Cheers mate

[@soulassassin4847]

Just an update. Just finished installing the filter with the help of this great vid. Works perfectly as shown. Thank you, again. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@ayoubrasheed2138]

Appreciate you putting this up.. made it a lot easier to install. The newer models are a lil different but nothing you can't figure out with some common sense! 🙏🏼

[@jonnny_]

This was incredible! We got the 6 stage filter and it was still relevant. Thank you for the awesome video. Took me a lot longer than 9 minutes though... impressive!

[@zachguerin956]

Much more straight forward than the instructions even. Thanks so much!

[@ShelbyAustinSaleAway]

Thank you - I was afraid to tackle. But you make it look possible for an amateur and love the no talking. Great help!

[@eduardocastelvi3009]

Spot on. Thank you so much. More simpler than the instruction

[@RogerBurdette]

Best how-to vid I've seen. I was about to return it, but after seeing this, I will install. Thanks!!

[@brendamontgomery4115]

Exactly, what I been looking for, a no nonsense video...straight to the point...how to install..I believe I can do it myself...other then the drilling 😀. Thank you much

[@yimingzou97]

Thank you ! I'm a chinese . I bought a RO-90,but I still think your video is very helpful !

[@ozziedagreat835]

Thanks for taking the time to make the video. It helped me a lot. I appreciate it

[@casper6030]

Thanks for video. I just received APEC system yesterday. Will put it on this weekend.

[@laurahoward8907]

Thank you so much! This helped greatly in installing my system! Even though the written instructions are pretty detailed, actually seeing it was even better!

[@mlibb2]

Excellent instructional video! I wish they were all like this.

[@ltepepa]

Hey thanks alot for this video. I was able to install my water system with just watching your video and following along. This is very helpful.

[@stretch1807]

What about the point where you install the red tubing into the needle valve and you're supposed to hear a click, according to the instructions, and then slide the sleeve up to the valve connection, and tighten the compression nut? I'm not hearing a click, nor can I figure out what that means, and the tube just keeps sliding out... Do I have to have the valve open? Closed? A sweet spot?

[@corey333p]

2:20 - Installing the water supply line onto the needle valve was the part I needed to see. The paper instructions weren't clear on this. I also put it on .25x speed to see it better

[@IamChucky_]

corey333p yes they were you over looked it lol

[@LogansRun314]

My god you work fast! Thanks for the inspiration!

[@katyroberts5886]

thank you for video, I would like to know what size wrench you used to tighten the nut under the faucet? Thank you.

[@fanofbt]

Thank You! I'm looking at buying and installing this by myself. I wanted to gauge how difficult it would be. If ALLLLL the parts come in the package?? And what tools are necessary before I even start. Looks doable. I'll watch several more times just to feel prepared. GOOD JOB!!!

[@NotQyteNeo]

Great Video man! I think this is the filter system I will put in my new home after closing. I think I can handle the install after watching this video.

[@dvbdvbdvb]

Steve Kemper after a year I am very happy with it, I already replaced the first 3 phases cartridges and the old ones are incredibly dirty. Have a good one!

[@skym3295]

Great video, very helpful.

[@jmiguelortiz5430]

This video gave to me all the information need it for get this item, thanks

[@nelsoncarvalho1400]

this video made it easy for me to install my filter. .. thanks brother much appreciated

[@ndoghouse6853]

Dude! You seriously need a new set of drill bits! ..Or sharpen them. I just bought an Apec six stage system so thanks ahead of the install for the post. Looks pretty easy. Hope it actually works.

[@osamatalib866]

Thanks for the video. But you forgot to flush the main three filters first before they go to RO filter otherwise will damages it

[@arcanestudio]

Nice video, but I could not help but notice that there is a nice horizontal drain pipe that is accessible. Installation of the drain saddle at the top of the horizontal pipe would make the installation quieter.

[@kingofrannoch]

Do you have to use the faucet it comes with? Need to use the aquarium water change vacuum that attaches to the sink faucet

[@deadairconversion]

I learning by watching. I accomplish by doing.

[@salvatorelivreri]

This has helped so much. Quick question.... how does the system know when to stop feeding water? Once the tank is filled, it would seem that any further water trying to push through the membrane would not be able to and thus the water would just keep running through the waste line.

[@dvbdvbdvb]

It has no mechanical or electronic switching parts, it's all based on pressure, if the tank is empty then the pressure differential will favor the system filling out the tank, once filled it will pressure equalize and will stop since there is no pressure differential. In other words: once tank is filled it will stop.

[@MarioR23]

Not sure but I think the drain hose should be attached to the horizontal drain pipe on the top side to avoid any leaks just saying not sure

[@msaudiosystems]

Nice video. I have a question . Is always draining water ? I mean all the time ?. Thanks

[@dvbdvbdvb]

not really. only when it's filling the tank, usually after using it

[@johnnykim9413]

Thank you SO much!! :)

[@michaelkim8452]

Thank you for the video. I'm deciding between this on and the Express water filter due to ratings and price. I think I'll go with this one.

[@santiagoescalambre4738]

At 7:58, It seems that he applied the Teflon tape in reverse (counterclockwise) instead of clockwise, which is the correct way since the tank nipple thread is a right hand thread. I know this because I have just installed one of my own.

[@gonzalezjoel82]

I was about to say that. I was looking to see if anyone caught it. haha.

[@arineey4538]

Excellent video. Thanks for sharing

[@iraqiboy]

thank man , right to the point straight forward.

[@madsmax7317]

ty for the the video, made the job simple.

[@johnbutner2570]

Thank you for the video!

[@hacktron1]

Awesome video! Extremely efficient. TY

[@PizzaProphet]

Fantastically Produced. Subbing just to support you.

[@DA-rf7zj]

Well done!

[@sirmrdresqmd9200]

Nice! This was super helpful. Thanks dude.

[@Norseman2]

What’s the drain for?

[@mikelute77]

Thank you for making this video. It was a huge help

[@wde4657]

Damn you need some new drill bits. A drill should cut through PVC like butter haha. Good video. Also should get a step drill bit to go through a stainless sink. Stainless is quite hard to drill and will tear up most household level bits.

[@luisVargas-ux9qj]

Awesome....excellent way to teach...thanks brother!

[@angelking607]

Do I need to install the little tank? Or installing hose straight to the faucet will work?

[@markbaker8400]

I used your video to assemble and install. Unfortunately, I'm in a move situation and now want to take it apart. What is the trick to disassemble these connectors so I can make it easy to transport. Thanks.

[@badgoy8439]

nice video but damn bro sharpen your frickin drillbits lol

[@OmarValenzuela1975]

I bought this system, but I also bought a permeate pump. Is there a video or guide out there that shows how to install these two together? I couldn't find one? :(

[@lydialuna2505]

Thanks, simple and instructive.

[@dangandres]

Bravo best video

[@Rotaris1]

whats with the concrete bits?

[@ahaua1]

Great video!!! Thanks for posting! I'm installing mine today.

[@yndiramora2088]

Thank you 🙏

[@stephentt]

This video helped me a lot, thank you!

[@victorvek5227]

No Teflon tape at any of the joints?

[@alenkasumian6286]

Can somebody please inform me when there water is leaking from one of the fitting line coming from fauc

[@cya3651]

PLEASE HELP-----I just learned that i need to replace the Membrane and the 5th stage carbon filter on my RO system. my questions ARE: 1. will any standard membrane fit my RO system {AQUASKY ROT-4}? 2. my 5th stage carbone model is = CL10R0 T33, can i use any replacement with this model number? 3. My ASO {automatic shutt off valve} also needs replacing, can i use any standard ASO from EBAY with 1/4'' fitting- same fitting as mine? I contacted Home Depot, i was told i must get one from the manufacture for my RO system {AQUASKY ROT-4}. is this true? Thank you for your help in advance.

[@ejr2001]

Thanks for your video my friend! Just installed my filter so my pregnant wife (and soon my son) could have clean water that doesn't come from a plastic water bottle. If not for your video I would not have even bought the thing! Much appreciated! Quick question: did you use a 1/4" drill bit for the waste line as the manual instructs? You showed us the 1/4" bit before you began the saddle installation but then it looks like you used more than one drill bit to make that hole. Thanks again! God bless!

[@dvbdvbdvb]

Emilio José Rodríguez Yeah, I could not get the drill bit to engage so I went with a smaller diameter

[@ejr2001]

dvbdvbdvb Makes sense. Thanks again!

[@s0methingrarer]

Very helpful vid. Thanks for posting.

[@zzubuzz]

I just put one in, I don't get what I'm seeing at about 4:30 with all the drill bit changing, it's supposed to be 1/4", I used brad point bit that is sharp.

[@out2burn]

Thanks a lot!!

[@zatara5299]

great video. thank you very much.

[@alenkasumian6286]

Do I need to change the faucet if there is water leaking out of one of three fitting lines coming from faucet ? Please someone answer .

[@dvbdvbdvb]

not sure I follow, by faucet you mean the faucet that comes in the kit or your main sink faucet? not sure how you have three lines coming from the faucet but nothing shouls leak, if something leaks from the kit you bought I would contact the manufacturer

[@Johnlee0513]

Where did I miss you pre charging the reservoir to 5-7 psi????

[@garyscottwatson123]

Thanks, this video was great help.

[@hahahanvm]

Wait this system will waste 3-4 gallon of water per clean gallon? Can you switch back to the normal water for dish washing?

[@dvbdvbdvb]

You need to install a new faucet, in parallel to the existing one, so for dish washing you use the normal faucet you have been using so far and only for drinking water you use the new faucet. Keep in mind this system is NOT a whole house water filter, it is intended only for drinking water. You can redirect the waste water for watering your plants.

[@hahahanvm]

Thank you very much for the tips. Will ask my folk about this idea of using it to water plants.

[@sailingbrewer]

The dishwasher only uses hot water so the filter wouldn't be used. But I the age of drought why on earth would you install a filter that waste 3-4 times the amount of water you use.

[@markbaker8400]

Your video was excellent and helpful. Two hour install. I'm guessing that takes 3-4 hours to get initial first water. You simply showed you dumping the water load but it took hours to let it filter the water first? Thanks man.

[@dvbdvbdvb]

Mark Baker not really, I don't recall exactly but it was maybe 30 mins tops

[@markkulyas2418]

Could you pipe the discharge line through the wall and outside into a barrel to water plants with instead of wasting all that water?

[@dvbdvbdvb]

yes! you can do that, I am planning on rerouting it.

[@GiovaniPena-zu4yk]

Did you notice cloudy water at first?

[@sixtorelucio6828]

I don’t understand why need a tank for, why just the filter? When the faucet is off it should be just stop running from the source.

[@dvbdvbdvb]

the filter works on pressure differential, without the tank you would also get a low stream that would take a few minutes to fill a glass of water, the tank provides a buffer and holding tank, total processing rate per day is 50 gallons, with the tank you can get over 1 gallon within a minute, then it takes some time to fill back the tank

[@sersanchez70]

thank you very much it was very helpful

[@rchavez5056]

Are the filters for the system expensive and how often do you change them?

[@dvbdvbdvb]

Stages 1-2-3 are something like 20-30 bucks, the company recommends changing them every year or so, I usually stretch it some. Stages 4-5 once every 5 years I think. They sell all the filters for 60-70 bucks. You can probably find them cheaper, honestly, I have not done my homework and usually buy them online to the first one that shows up.

[@rchavez5056]

@@dvbdvbdvb I may consider buying this set up.

[@accaciaasher1497]

What sizes were the drill bits you used?

[@dvbdvbdvb]

not sure, I was increasing the size until you get to the manufacturers recommended one, sizes are not that important as long as you drill a pilot hole and start increasing it. You can always drill directly with the final one but I had dull bits, even for PVC, so that was not really an option for me, also you can reduce the bit walking off by doing a pilot first, the smalles bit you have will work.

[@gnuPirate]

Awesome video ! Thank you for making it ! I wish there was an alternative to Teflon. Maybe there is ?

[@gonzalezjoel82]

Teflon paste

[@errorerror1337]

Thanks so much for posting this! What did you use to spray on the sink and drill bit to keep them cool while you were drilling?

[@dvbdvbdvb]

Thanks, I was using WD40, but it would be better if you use 3 in one oil. Drill at a low speed, wear eye protection and lubricate the bit using any oil if you cannot find WD40 or 3 in one or similar lubricants. Let me know if I can help you further down the road, good luck, stay safe

[@Noeman2009]

The sink is thin, I think its thickness is less than 0.7 mm. Heat generated from drilling process can be 'ignored', it won't affect the drilled hole precision and drill bit sharpness. If you can't find a coolant, water is adequate. Just my 2 cents.

[@dvbdvbdvb]

You are probably correct, but it is good measure always to use something to cool the bit always when cutting metal. If not you risk burning the bit and it becomes a brittle hazard as it can shatter easily hence the eye protection.

[@elhassanmohamed8373]

hello what is the best tank air pressure!!!

[@khangxiong1162]

Hello, I’m ordering one on it’s way. What size of the hole I have to drill for the faucet ?

[@MichaelNwatu212]

1/4"

[@thepi_explorer495]

will this system work for the aquarium water?

[@NO-wf4nb]

No 1 Best video thanks!!!

[@DocCinn]

Great video! Thank you!

[@soulassassin4847]

Great vid!! I just bought my system. Im gonna use this to help me build it. 1 question...The on and off nozzle on the 4gal tank, can it stay on always? Or does one have to manage it and turn it off when the tank is full?

[@dvbdvbdvb]

SAN MAN it's always on, mine is still working great. Very low maintenance.

[@soulassassin4847]

dvbdvbdvb awesome! Thank you.

[@spaceboysloth]

Really wanted this but I live in apartments so drilling holes in pipes probably a bad idea

[@michaelrodriguez6979]

Dont think ima ever buy dewalt drill bits seeing how difficult it was drilling in to pvc🤣🤣