Reverse Osmosis (RO) system is an excellent way to purify water in various commercial settings. Like any other complex water purification system, the RO system has several parts that work in harmony to provide you with an uninterrupted water supply. Sometimes these parts fail to work due to various reasons.
Therefore, we highly recommend regular maintenance to catch any potential issues before they transform into serious problems that are more expensive and complicated to fix. If your commercial RO system has slow water flow rates than usual, there can be one or more of the following main five reasons:
Clogged Filters
We recommend that you change your RO system filters after every 6-24 months. This depends on the type of water input and the specific RO system model. If you leave the filters unattended for a long time, contaminants accumulate and clog the membrane of the RO system. The membranes inside the filters are fragile and are likely to foul over time. The RO system with a fouled membrane takes about 4 to 6 hours to clean the water, while a clean filter membrane takes just 2 to 4 hours. To prevent this issue, you can set a reminder in your calendar to replace the clogged filters.
Air Pressure inside the Tank
Another reason your RO system may not provide you with optimal water flow is air pressure inside the tank. The standard air pressure should be around 7 to 8 psi without water inside it. There is a Schrader Valve located on the water tank side under a blue cap that helps you to check air pressure.
Empty the water tank and measure air pressure using a pressure gauge. If it’s lower than required, you can use the air pump to add air inside the tank until it reaches 7 to 8 psi. Be careful while adding air, as excessive air pressure can damage the air bladder.
Ruptured Bladder of RO Tank
When taking water from your RO system faucet, if you get one cup at standard pressure and afterward, the water starts trickling, then it is probably a sign of a ruptured RO tank bladder. Unfortunately, it is not possible to repair a ruptured bladder. You need to get in touch with professionals to replace it with a new RO system water tank.
Temporary Water Pressure Loss
In some situations, your RO system may experience a temporary water pressure loss, impacting its capacity to produce purified water. The minimum water pressure that most commercial RO systems require is 40 psi for proper functioning, while 90 psi is the maximum pressure. If there is some issue in your main water supply, there can be a drop in the RO system’s water pressure. This can be temporary and normal operations resume when the pressure restores. If the normal water pressure doesn’t restore even after a long wait time, get in touch with the experts who check your main water supply line. We can also install an electric booster with your RO system to boost water pressure when required.
Kink in Your Water Line
A kink in your water supply line can also result in a slow water supply from your RO system. Check all your water supply lines to ensure correct orientation. Also, inspect and ensure that your main water supply valve is working and is fully open.
If you’re unable to find the actual cause of the slow water supply from your RO system, you should immediately get in touch with an expert water treatment company like ours. We will help restore your RO system functions to normal.
