How To Re-Pressurize Reverse Osmosis Tank - SO EASY - ( PART 1 )

DIY Part 1 of 3 Reverse Osmosis Water System MX

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching, below are links to PART 2 & PART 3. PART 2: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iKqqiKB_htVjbcU PART 3: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oWPKqHubhaqBqsU 😎👍

[@alinaiqbal362]

This video helped out so much, and your baby in the background sounds absolutely adorable ! 😍

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

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[@mechadebzilla]

Thanks for posting this! We just repressurized our tank and it works. :D

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

D Jenney Thanks for watching & you are very welcome. That’s as easy as it gets! Great job. Us fellow DIY’ers need to stick together. 😀 Please subscribe to the channel and Ring your KZbin Bell 🛎 that would be awesome thanks again! 😎👍🔧🔩

[@MrTiggerr84]

I love videos like this I just purchased a Culligan Osmosis System it's going to be hooked up later this week so I'm really excited if I have to refer to this video in the future

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

King Philip We appreciate you watching. Happy to hear you enjoyed the video. Let us know if you have any questions as you work through your project. Please subscribe to the channel and Ring your KZbin Bell 🛎 that would be awesome thanks again! 😎👍🔧🔩

[@sallydeppe8575]

I can't remove my tank to take it outside. so I'm very glad to find your video where you are doing everything while it is still under the sink..... thank you.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

You are very welcome, how’s your DIY project going? Let us know if you have any questions, us DIYers need to stick together!!! 😎👍

[@jusflims7129]

You just save my life bro.

[@TheWorld_2099]

Thanks so much for that video. You explained it so clearly and straightforward. Can’t wait to fix my pressure issue.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

We appreciate that, thanks for watching. Looking forward to hearing back from you. 👍

[@myinnerthoughtz7477]

i liked the video/ also i just purchased one of you sweatshirts.

[@larrywang9512]

Your video is perfect. When the tank is full, if the psi is about 25 PSI, the restrictor valve will automatically open, waste drain almost stop. Before I watched your video, the waste drain is always gushing, I thought it is a bad product. Then I added the pressure into the tank, and the waste drain suddenly stop. haha, thank you.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching & we appreciate your kind words. Welcome to the DIY Raptor Club Larry. We are always here to help, hope all is well with you and your family. 😎👍

[@larrywang9512]

I tested many times. When the tank is full should read 50 PSI, the pressure makes sure the waste drain stops when the tank is automatically refilled.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@larrywang9512 Thanks for the reply, are you back up & running properly?

[@wstt4]

Ok. Still no success with my 1 yr old GE RO system after changing filters. Water now drips out one drop every few seconds with faucet open. My water shutoff valve below sink is stuck so I removed top filter to turn off water. I can’t drain the tank bc it drips one drop every few seconds. I bought tire gauge and it says 29 psi. I haven’t ever touched the air valve. Any clue what to do? I am so frustrated. I also removed and checked the restrictor valve the other day and it was clear. Thank you so much for your help with this.

[@montymanuel9101]

If, when you put the pressure gauge on the tank, water comes out of the valve, you will need to replace the tank because the diaphragm has ruptured allowing water into the air chamber. It is not repairable.

[@shaunkrabill2531]

Not 100% sure if I agree w this statement. I did this a year and a half ago on a home system (same system as my current home, just a different address) - I had water on the back side and it ran fine after this process… at least for a year

[@jeffkyle6910]

Thanks for this video! Is the 5 to 7 PSI pressure recommendation for a specific size of tank? I have a 4 gallon tank.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching & great question. In most cases, the 4 gal tank is more toward 7psi. There should be a placard or sticker somewhere on tank referring to psi. Keep us posted. 😎👍🔧🔩

[@uk8919]

Thanks for sharing this video. I understand that to remove all water from tank, faucet need to remain open while pumping air to make tank completely empty. However, after tank empty do I need to close faucet and then add air in to tank upto 5-7 PSI? Reason why I asked because yesterday I follow these steps to empty out water from tank and then kept faucet opened while I was filling air in it. Therefore, when I was using car air pump, I see 8-10 PSI but while I stopped to check pressure it shows 0 again. Does it mean my tank has no air due to I kept faucet opened while adding air? Please advise. Thank you in advance.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching, first you want to make sure that your cold water supply valve is turned to the fully closed & off position. Next, you will want to ensure that your faucet is open & you allow the tank to fully empty. Once tank is empty, you can close handle on faucet and use your air pump to pressurize your tank. We recommend checking your service/owners manual to verify the proper psi to alleviate harm or damage to the inner bladder. After tank is re-pressurized, you can turn water supply back on to allow system to fill.

[@angelmerritt4834]

Can you please add links to part 2 and 3 in the description area? I cannot find them.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching, below are links. PART 2: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iKqqiKB_htVjbcU PART 3: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oWPKqHubhaqBqsU 😎👍

[@buszkenep]

HI ! I GOT THE RIGHT PRESSURE BUT NO WATER COMES TO THE FUCET AFTER TANK FILED BOTH VALVES ARE OPEN WONDER HOW LONG TAKES TO GET THE WATER TO DRINK t sink valve ? tHANKS FOR YOUR INFO !

[@Vertikala-pc5ig]

I have same problem Did you fix it?

[@Cloud9551]

Have same issue. Can't pump any air. Pump will not inject. Tank was only bought 2 years ago. It's the newer exterior plastic and air valve at the bottom (Tank PAC TP-12P). POS.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for checking out the video and sharing your experience! I had experienced this in the past. I grabbed a Valve stem kit from AutoZone. The kit consist of the required tools for a car tire Valve Stem & its core. My Valve Stem as well as core was very loose & not aligned...which led to not allowing me to pressurize tank. Below is a video that shows more info on the kit! Check it out, keep us posted! Please Subscribe to the channel and turn on your KZbin notifications that would be awesome! Here’s the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nJ2mhoNpeLyIps0

[@mmustho7740]

I’m having the same problem. How did you solve the issue?

[@jrm2383]

Possibly a ruptured bladder

[@TheThreekeys]

Did you shut off the water filter spigot on the countertop before you depressurized?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching, you will need to open faucet and empty tank. Once tank is empty, you can close faucet. After carefully pressurizing tank, you can then return system to normal configuration. Please keep us posted on your project. Also if you’re into crypto trading, we just launched our new project website. Toolboxtoken.com We DIYers need to stick together! 🧰

[@atifkm09]

Do i have to do nothing if my tank has no pressure issues. Is this procedure only required if water pressure is too low? Thanks

[@danlevine2584]

I'm confused, Other KZbin videos say, Tank should be 35-40 PSI. I have a Watt's H2O 3 stage system. My Manual say's 5-7 PSI when tank is empty. Considering, the system has a 35-40 PSI automatic shut off. When tank is full should read 35-40 PSI. When empty should read 5-7 LBS. Is that correct? My system continues to drain water. I'm told because, I don't have enough PSI to activate the automatic shut-off valve. The confusing part is, do I check the tank when full or empty?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching & if your manual says 5-7psi, that the psi you want to go with. As you mentioned, it’s important to mention that the 5-7 psi is when tank is 100% empty. Any recent maintenance performed on your RO system? This will help us pinpoint if any recent maintenance is tied to your issue. Keep us posted, us fellow DIY’ers need to stick together Dan! 😎👍🔧🔩

[@danlevine2584]

@@DIYwithMichaelBorders They claim, the automatic shut off valve is a 35 -40 PSI shut-off valve. Meaning, when tank is full. line pressure should reach 35-40 PSI to activate the automatic shut-off valve. (My issues is, drain water continues to slowly flow. Cause, automatic shut-off, not enough pressure to activate shut-off.) I just Re-Pressurize my system last night. With empty tank I pumped 7.5 PSI. Yes, 1/2 PSI more then manual say's. After tank reached Full. I checked the PSI. PSI reads 17.6 PSI when tank is Full. My question is,,, What should the tank PSI read when Full?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@danlevine2584 Thanks for the reply & we don’t have an exact psi reading for a full tank. How old is system? If it’s less than a few years old, it’s very unlikely that the auto shut off valve has failed. Keep us posted so we can help you get it figured out.

[@danlevine2584]

@@DIYwithMichaelBorders I have the Watt's 3 Stage system that I purchased from Menard's about 8 months ago for around $300. I have rusty Well water. This system works amazing giving clean/clear water. About a month ago, I started hearing water draining into the plumbing. Tank still fills, just hearing draining continually. Sound comes from that tiny, little hole at the faucet. Manual state's, 5-7 PSI Max. No more then 7 PSI max. I pumped 7.5 PSI into the system. No longer hearing the drain issue. After the tank filled I checked the PSI reading. With tank full I'm reading 17.6 PSI. Sounds about right considering, Water is 10 lbs per Gallon with a 1 Gallon water tank. 7.5 PSI plus 10 lbs = 17.5 PSI. Your not gonna get a lot of water pressure with Ice-Maker line. I was asking what is the PSI reading with a full water tank?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@danlevine2584 Thanks for the reply. The little hole on the faucet is your Air Gap. This is required by most state law code. The system uses that Air Gap to properly ventilate the flow as it feeds dirty water upstream to the lower bowl of faucet where it then flows out of drain line. It’s very normal and common to hear crackling and suction sounds coming from that Air Gap as the system circulates water while creating RO quality and clean water. If your tank is filling to its capacity, that’s a good thing.

[@RaulTorrens]

My tank does not have a valve anywhere. What should I do, the pressure is very low and I only get about a glass of water at a time?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Raul Torrens Thanks for watching. How old is system. Do you still have owner’s manual for the RO system. It may have the pressure management steps in it. Keep us posted, we are curious what it says. Us fellow DIY’ers need to stick together. 😎👍🔧🔩

[@acemad1]

5-7 psi = 0,34-0,48 bar, less that half a bar. I pumped mine up to 6,5 bar which is 94 psi and was wondering why it didn’t work 😂 It’s really just a few pumps with a bicycle pump, maybe even just 1 pump.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning, just poured a cup of coffee and am sitting down to answer any and all questions for the DIY community. 94 psi is an ox of an amount…😁…glad to hear you got it back down to the proper and safe psi. 😎👍 Let us know if you have any questions and hey if you’re into crypto trading, join our DIY ecosystem and become part of an exclusive group of DIYers. toolboxtoken.com Reach out to us any time! 🧰

[@drgelfound]

what if there is water coming out of the valve during pressure check?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Craig Gelfound Thanks for checking out the video and sharing your comment Craig! If your valve is leaking during your re-pressurization process, it’s very possible that your valve has weakened over the years & may need to be replaced. Replacing these valves are very DIY friendly and are very inexpensive. Below are a few links to videos that shows the Step-By-Step process of: 1. Test it before Replacing it kzbin.info/www/bejne/gIGXYZaeirWLipI 2. Replacing valve kzbin.info/www/bejne/b6TMc4lme9qsndU 3. Awesome Quick Connect Valve kzbin.info/www/bejne/ep_IhoRpoJmXkKs Keep us posted! Please subscribe to the channel and turn on your KZbin notification Bell that would be awesome thanks again! 😎👍🔧🔩

[@MrMugenwii]

DIY With Michael Borders i thought it meant the inside bladder of the tank had punctured causing water to leave the tank

[@Linda-ot1ss]

@@MrMugenwii no, that is incorrect. If you don't have enough pressure in the tank, when you add correct pressure water will squirt out like it should have all along.

[@gedionsamuel2256]

I believe there was a misunderstanding between the question and the answer. I think Craig meant water leaking out of where the pressure is being checked (not the valve where water goes in/out on top). I read somewhere that if when checking for pressure at the shrader valve and water comes out that the bladder is shot and thus the tank needs replacement. Am I correct?

[@1111comment]

Will this restore getting full 3 gallons output?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

1111 Thanks for watching & this is an awesome system. This should bring your system back up to its proper & efficient state. We hope the video helped. Please subscribe to the channel and turn on your KZbin notification Bell 🛎 that would be awesome thanks again! 😎👍🔧🔩

[@syfodias-jedimaster]

i remember replacing the filters then after that no pressure. You think it just needed air? (How often as average you have to add air?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching & we always ensure that our tank shows between 5-7 psi when empty. In all honesty, tanks hold their pressure for a few years in most cases.

[@syfodias-jedimaster]

@@DIYwithMichaelBorders where is the best place to buy a new storage tank? Or should I just a new system.. mines has been out for 6-7 yrs I just didn't get around to it till now I finally starting to look into it

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@syfodias-jedimaster Great question & we can help. We will show you a tank we just purchased. If interested in purchasing this tank, visit our Amazon affiliate link below, I earn from qualifying purchases. amzn.to/3og24Xr 😎👍🔧🔩

[@syfodias-jedimaster]

@@DIYwithMichaelBorders cool thanks for the link .. the only problem is i dont know if thats the problem... how can i trouble shoot it to know narrow it down to that?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@syfodias-jedimaster Thanks for the reply, we recommend closing cold water shutoff valve & opening up RO faucet. Allow all water to drain out into a pitcher or several glasses. Once water stops, tank is empty. Test psi while tank is empty. Keep us posted. 😎👍🔧🔩

[@Tales0925]

I can't pump any air... a closed all the lines... I drained all the water also, including the one that goes to my refrigerator.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Tales0925 Thanks for checking out the video and sharing your comment Tales0925! That's no fun. When you have the pressure pump hooked up to the stem, do you hear any hissing?...It's possible that your inlet valve stem has gone bad! However most of the time you experience these symptoms, your internal air bladder has a slow leak...leading to not allowing you to fill air bladder...annoying for sure! I recommend purchasing a brand new tank "which is pretty cost affordable" and you will have a new Air Bladder as well! Keep me posted! Please Subscribe to the channel and turn on your KZbin notifications that would be awesome thanks again 😎👍

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Deena Nickles, PLLC HomeSmart Realtor Thanks for watching, you may find it more convenient & cost friendly to just purchase new tank. We haven’t ever just replaced Stem. Keep us posted. Many more helpful videos to come! 😀 Please subscribe to the channel and turn on your KZbin notification Bell 🛎 that would be awesome thanks again! 😎👍🔧🔩

[@me6737]

My water wont empty when I follow the directions???

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Hey there, thanks for watching. Any update? Have you properly turned off water supply? Please keep us posted. Let us know if you have any questions and hey if you’re into crypto trading, check out our DIY ecosystem. Toolboxtoken.com Reach out to us any time! 🧰

[@woodfamily5229]

My tank will NOT fully empty. Stays about half full then the flow stops.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching & welcome to the DIY Raptor Club. How old are filters?

[@PerroWero]

So you said between 5 and 7 PSI, but do you really mean between 0.5 - 0.7 PSI?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning, our manual states 5-7psi. 👍 Let us know if you have any questions and hey if you’re into crypto trading, check out our newly launched DIY ecosystem. Toolboxtoken.com Reach out to us any time! 🧰

[@fredd4438]

How can install two pressure tanks instead of one ?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Fred D Thanks for watching & we hope the video helped. We haven’t seen that. We really enjoy making these helpful videos for our fellow DIY’ers. Many more helpful videos to come! Let us know if you have any questions. Please subscribe to the channel and turn on your KZbin notification Bell 🛎 that would be awesome thanks again! 😎👍🔧🔩

[@alejandrorojas5853]

What is the pressure with full tank?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching. On average, a full tank of water can have upwards of 15-25psi.

[@omarrosas7502]

I'm LIKE #1K "I wanna thank Y'ALL for making this possible." 😂

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning, hope you’re having a good start to your weekend. Just poured a cup of coffee and am sitting down to answer any and all questions for the DIY community. We greatly appreciate you taking the time to leave a comment. Many more helpful videos to come, we promise.😁👍 Let us know if you have any questions and hey if you’re interested, join our DIY ecosystem and help us grow an exclusive group of DIYers. toolboxtoken.com Reach out to us any time! 🧰

[@barrelbean]

Exactly what I needed to know my dude!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Great to hear & we appreciate you sharing this. Hope all is well. 😎👍🔧🔩

[@claudeborders7034]

Hey my last name is Borders! Wonder if we’re related?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching & welcome to the DIY Raptor Club. Probably. Great name! 😀 Hope all is well, let us know if you have any questions. Enjoy your night. 😎👍🔧🔩

[@VikSembhiViKSMB]

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[@jeffgoesrandom4217]

Good choice to have our Apec water filter system installed. Check out the video I made about it... kzbin.info/www/bejne/eGTaYaNvdsShm8U -Jeff Goes Random

[@Vention1MGTOW]

Darn! I bought a new pressure tank before I discovered that you can just repressurize the thing. 30 bucks wasted.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Vention1MGTOW Thanks for checking out the video and sharing your comment...bummer! Well, a new Tank is a definite step up! Should last a long time. Let us know if you have any additional questions. Please subscribe to the channel and turn on your KZbin notifications that would be awesome thanks again 😎👍