Reverse osmosis system draining continuously - Common causes

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

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[@kravisha1]

I really liked the video focus.. in many videos they narrate well but you cant see what is going on on where you are pointing to. So thank you for that.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@kravisha1 We are honored to read this, thank you. Many more helpful videos to come! 😁🧰

[@gushlawnews1]

I clicked on the 1st vid that came up and you have the same 1 I have. that was very informative. they should link your video in the manual because I cant find mine and even so I think like this should have a vid attached. Thanks

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@gushlawnews1 We appreciate that, we are honored to help. Check out our RO repair Playlist below if you ever run into any additional issues. kzbin.info/aero/PLjCXOz8TSkZlQnBuZZrgOiwjkvAkXc_Ov&si=E5kTZvUKklNf3l_H 😎👍🧰

[@sheilagay9374]

You are so knowledgeable.....hello from T.C. Keep up the good work...

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Hello from the snowy south. 😀 Thanks for watching & checking in. Hope you all are staying warm in T.C. Never a day off down here it seems...😁

[@scottmrushford]

I have a new unit and after setting it all up, doing the purges and everything, the tank is still not accepting water. There is a audible trickle of water out the black (drain) tube, so not sure what I am doing wrong. Any thoughts? On top of that, they turned the tank fill tube into a yellow tube instead of clear, so it's hard to see how much (if any) is making it in the tank and not.

[@danlevine2584]

I need help? I have a Watts brand 3 stage reverse osmosis system. It continues to drain water down the drain making a gurgling sound. Manual reads, to pump 4-7 PSI max. No more then 7 PSI in empty tank. I have 7 lbs PSI in tank. Still drains water with gurgling sound down the drain. Is there a way I can bypass this to stop losing water down the drain? I know to bypass has to do with the red & black water line. Can I simply, pull the red line off and plug it off to bypass it. My State doesn't have that code to have this safety thing. Thanks.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching & sharing this. Have the filters been replaced recently? Even if 1 of the 3 filters gets clogged up, it will make system perform like this. We haven’t tried that way, below is a video that shows us discussing a bypass valve. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hWqQpYCfrK57rac 😎👍

[@eldoradocaddy1236]

I have a friend that has the exact same system in this video. They didn't use the OEM faucet that came with the system. They used one that was built into their sink faucet. It only has one hose connection. They connected the red line from the flow restrictor to the drain saddle which is mounted high up on the drain like yours is. Do they need to change how they have it configured? I was thinking that they could build a small shelf on the side under the cabinet, high enough to raise the filter housing above the drain saddle, so that the waste water is going downhill into the drain. Would that be a good way to handle this? Also, should they install a one-way check valve into the red line since they're not using an air gap?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching & that’s a great question. Unfortunately we haven’t modified this unit in that way & can’t give you a confident recommendation. Lots of different ways however the best will be the one inline with keeping system to proper code so it doesn’t fail inspection if house is sold. 😎👍

[@jonathansanders281]

In the configuration you describe, if the drain is clogged at the trap (or below) and you fill the sink with water, you could backfeed the RO system with dirty water - that is why they design it to use a special faucet with an air gap. It isolates the brine line by discharging above the highest possible waterline of the sink.

[@clintonkennedy4146]

After releasing the pressure from the tank to drain it, did you add any air (pump) back in? How much pressure should an empty (or full) tank have? Any help is appreciated. Your vid is great!

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching & great question. With the tank empty, you will want to bring the air pressure to the manufacturer recommended psi which can be found in instructions manual. Below is a link to our video showing this procedure. kzbin.info/www/bejne/o5vKXqF9rdV1g5o 😎👍

[@nighttrain316]

Morning: I have seen a lot of vids and I am sort of worried I dont know what my problem is. My tank seems to not be fillig up and when I turn faucet on after about 10 seconds I hear like a vibration somewhere. Also, I notice after i turn it off, I lose water to the main drain. But, its not continuous. I am ready to change the flters on my system..just changed a year ago. Now, I see it could be the tank and pressure. Thoughts?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching, any update? Over-pressurizing the tank can cause this. It’s similar to using an air compressor that only has 10 psi in it to bring a tire psi up to 30psi…..the tire will always over-power the compressor and you’ll never be able to get the tire pressure up to 30. In this example, the tire is the tank. If the tank has far more psi then it’s supposed to have, it will always overpower the water trying to enter it…and always push the water away from tank. Keep us posted. Also, below is a link to our reverse osmosis Playlist. In this Playlist, you will find many videos that will hopefully be helpful to you. kzbin.info/aero/PLjCXOz8TSkZlQnBuZZrgOiwjkvAkXc_Ov&si=ntoM1vLat5xSEEEJ Looking forward to 2024, many more helpful videos to come! 🧰

[@nighttrain316]

I replaced 4 of 5 filters and the 5th that came in was broken...so it should arrive today. If not, Ill look at tank but i do hear water through black line going to drain and thats the filter I have not replaced yet. @@DIYwithMichaelBorders

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@nighttrain316 Thanks for the follow up, looking forward to hearing back from you after that last filter arrives and is installed. 👍🧰

[@nighttrain316]

@@DIYwithMichaelBorders well I sat down to tackle issue tonight. But initially we could not for the life of us get that last housing unit to turn to change filter. So, we ordered a new unit. It’s slightly too small and the elbow heads when turned all the way create a totally different angle and so my black n blue lines won’t reach to clip in or they will kink. I can’t win my man! So going to try to order another one that’s bigger size. Wife thinks it’s the tank somehow but I want to change last filter first

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@nighttrain316 Thanks for the update, bummer. You’re getting tested my friend, however we have a good feeling you’re going to come out on-top and have a great running and reliable system. Keep us posted. 🧰

[@angelegend]

I’m having an issue where I’m hearing a constant trickle of water down the drain. Is there a fix for this?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching, have you replaced filters and membrane in the last 12 months? It may be as simple as that to get your system running as new again. Check out the link below, it takes you to our Reverse Osmosis PlayList, which contains a large amount of DIY videos that you may find helpful. kzbin.info/aero/PLjCXOz8TSkZlQnBuZZrgOiwjkvAkXc_Ov&si=9CFtDMPjmYCUMaKn Let us know if you have any questions and hey if you’re into crypto trading, join our DIY ecosystem and help us grow an exclusive group of DIYers. toolboxtoken.com Reach out to us any time! 🧰

[@emmarobbieus9107]

If you unhook the water line running to the reservoir tank. Will there be a lot of pressure. I want to shorten the line after I’ve hooked everything up.

[@GetToThePointplz123]

If there's no shutoff on top of the tank you'll have to shut water off and drain tank to let pressure off

[@emmarobbieus9107]

@@GetToThePointplz123 thanks!

[@josephkrueger3712]

Where do you buy replacement parts?

[@abbyboyone]

If my tank leaks water from the air spigot when I try to add air into the tank does this mean my tank is shot? Ive had it for ten years.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning, just poured a ☕️ and am sitting down to answer any and all questions for the DIY community. In that case, that’s an indication that the internal bladder has ruptured and the tank will need to be replaced. If interested in purchasing this product, visit our Amazon affiliate link below. I earn from qualifying purchases. amzn.to/3vwmyRj In addition, below is a link to our video tutorial showing the internal bladder of an RO tank. You might find this helpful. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oYPVnoaVbdR9e9Usi=n5KHvCG7k_rS7u3p 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! 🧰

[@abbyboyone]

@@DIYwithMichaelBorders thank you for the reply. It is much appreciated.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@abbyboyone We are happy to help. The DIY community is the greatest community in the world to us. 😁👍🧰☕️

[@santismommy1]

Hello. I installed mine a couple a days ago (new). But the water is still going down the drain and it makes weird noises. Help please

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning, just poured a cup of coffee and am sitting down to answer any and all questions for the DIY community. That’s a bummer you’re experiencing issues with your new system. By chance did you check the psi on the tank? A tank that’s over-pressurized will actually overpower system and not allow water to flow into tank…leading to continuous draining through drain line. Please keep us posted. 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! 🧰

[@lawrencem3012]

Thanks for the narrative

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning ☕️ you are welcome. Please let us know if we can help answer any questions.

[@donkeyrider]

I got a system always draining via black tube. Water coming out of the faucet just fine so its not trapped. Its just constantly draining via black tube.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching & welcome to the DIY Raptor Club. Any recent maintenance done to the unit? This will help us pinpoint whether or not any recent maintenance is tied to your issues.

[@donkeyrider]

@@DIYwithMichaelBorders No. I changed basic large water filters in it about 2 years ago. No issues. It did have weird sound for a bit, like a vacuum knocking. But it gone away after a month. This is new. Just started running non stop. into the pipe. I hear it all day. So I shut off the main tank by twisting the top blue knob.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@donkeyrider Thanks for the reply, depending on the age of your filters... it’s possible that they need to be replaced. With our specific unit, the manufacturer recommends replacing filters every six months & membrane once a year.

[@mightymight365]

Soooooo, did it work?! What a cliffhanger. But, I did learn how to remove one of those hoses. It seems to me that these damn things give people a lot of problems. It looks like you had a bunch of leaks all over the place. I see a home for mold and a higher water bill not knowing if you're system is continually draining. Headache if you ask me.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Thanks for watching & this will be many peoples issue. Please keep us posted on your project, us DIYers need to stick together!!! 👍

[@jetme8815]

well done!

[@miketobin2324]

Ok, first you said the tank was empty, very light.... Then you said the tank was waterlogged. Then you closed the main water feed valve and next you said it was open.... Very confusing video, and I'm not stupid.

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning Mike, we appreciate you reaching out to us. This video focuses on the common causes of a RO system draining continuously. The items you listed are common causes that lead to an RO system falling into the unfortunate configuration of constant drain. As you know, this is not normal configuration or operation so we go through the items to help get you more familiar with the possible causes. Please let us know if we can help answer questions, we DIYers need to stick together! We won’t stop helping you until you get your system back up and running properly. Let’s do this, please keep us posted on updates and questions. Looking forward to hearing back from you. 😎👍🧰

[@daywzy]

@@DIYwithMichaelBorders Hi, i have a different system and i had replaced both the ASO and check valve, but the water keeps draining. The water does stop if i shut off either of the main line or the tank valve, but with both open, it will just drain. Any reason?

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

@@daywzy Thanks for watching, have you replaced both filters and membrane? Clogged filters and membrane cause this as well. Keep us posted and hey if you have any additional questions and hey if you’re into crypto trading, check out our newly launched DIY ecosystem. Toolboxtoken.com Reach out to us any time! 🧰

[@Duckfit]

Dont waste your money on these RO cheap chinese crap none of them are efficient

[@DIYwithMichaelBorders]

Good morning ☕️ We appreciate you watching and sharing your thoughts, always welcome here. This system has been great for us, we still really like it and it performs very well. 👍🧰