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    RO/DI question??

    I purchased an RO/DI filter online over a year ago, but can't remember where I purchased it from. If I remember correctly, it was supposed to produce about 60gallons/day and did so. I haven't used it in several months, but it now produces that in a few hours. Would lack of use cause the filter media to go bad? Would replacing the filter correct this? Thanks in advance for your help.

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    It is possible that the membrane could have dry rotted, but I would think that would take longer than a few months. But, if water is just flying through the unit, it does not sound like the membrane is working right. I would probably replace the membrane, prefilters, and DI cartridge.

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    test your TDS that will tell you how the filter is

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    N2deep, Tds?????

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    TDS=total dissolved solids... there are cheap meters to test this. One of the sponsors, Aqua Fx sells them, if you're interested.
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    Did you get your RO system issue worked out?
    http://www.BuckeyeFieldSupply.com RO and RO/DI supplies and systems.
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    Yeah I did, found a model number of the DI filter. It was a Spectra-Pure filter. I ordered all new inserts and it works like it was supposed to. I haven't tested for TDS yet, but will shortly. In the meantime, I did a large water change the other night and everything looks great. Thanks for asking.


 

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