{"product_id":"50gpd-compact-domestic-ro","title":"50GPD Compact Domestic RO","description":"\u003ch2\u003e50GPD Compact Domestic RO\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 50 GPD (gallons per day) compact domestic RO (reverse osmosis) system is a water purification system designed for home use. Here’s a brief overview of its features:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity\u003c\/strong\u003e: Produces up to 50 gallons of purified water per day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Design\u003c\/strong\u003e: Space-saving, ideal for under-sink installation or small spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStages of Filtration\u003c\/strong\u003e:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePre-Filters\u003c\/strong\u003e: Typically includes sediment and carbon filters to remove larger particles, chlorine, and other contaminants before the water reaches the RO membrane.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRO Membrane\u003c\/strong\u003e: The core of the system, where water is forced through a semi-permeable membrane, filtering out a high percentage of dissolved solids, heavy metals, bacteria, and other impurities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePost-Filter\u003c\/strong\u003e: Often a carbon filter is used to polish the water, improving taste and odor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEfficiency\u003c\/strong\u003e: Designed to provide a balance between water purification and water usage, with a moderate recovery rate to minimize water waste.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEase of Use\u003c\/strong\u003e: It usually includes a faucet for dispensing purified water directly, and often comes with easy-to-replace filter cartridges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrinking Water\u003c\/strong\u003e: Provides clean, safe drinking water, free from contaminants commonly found in tap water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCooking\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ideal for cooking, where purified water can enhance the taste and quality of food.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppliances\u003c\/strong\u003e: Can be connected to refrigerators, ice makers, or coffee machines for pure water supply.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorking pressure: 3-5 bar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInlet Temperature: 20-30 ˚C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMax. Input TDS: 1000 ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Steps:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrepare Your Workspace\u003c\/strong\u003e:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear out the space under your sink and have all the components laid out for easy access.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurn off the cold water supply valve under the sink.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstall the Feed Water Adapter\u003c\/strong\u003e:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisconnect the cold water line from the shutoff valve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttach the feed water adapter between the cold water line and the shutoff valve. Use Teflon tape on the threads to prevent leaks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReconnect the cold water line to the adapter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttach the 1\/4″ white tubing to the feed water adapter and then connect it to the inlet on the RO system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMount the Filters\u003c\/strong\u003e:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount the pre-filter housing assembly to the wall or the side of the cabinet under the sink using the provided bracket and screws.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect the blue tubing from the pre-filters to the inlet of the RO membrane housing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstall the RO Membrane\u003c\/strong\u003e:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe RO membrane is typically pre-installed in the membrane housing. If not, insert the membrane into the housing, ensuring it’s fully seated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect the red tubing from the RO membrane output to the post-carbon filter inlet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstall the Post-Carbon Filter\u003c\/strong\u003e:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the mounting clips to attach the post-carbon filter to the side of the RO system or under the sink.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect the other end of the red tubing from the RO membrane to the post-carbon filter inlet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect the black tubing from the post-carbon filter outlet to the faucet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstall the Faucet\u003c\/strong\u003e:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a suitable location on your sink or countertop for the RO faucet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrill a hole (usually 1\/2 inch) if there isn’t one available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the rubber washer and base plate over the hole, then insert the faucet stem.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrom underneath, secure the faucet with the provided nut and washer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect the blue tubing from the post-carbon filter to the faucet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstall the Drain Saddle\u003c\/strong\u003e:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a spot on the drainpipe above the P-trap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrill a 1\/4-inch hole in the drainpipe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttach the drain saddle to the pipe using the provided screws, aligning the hole in the saddle with the hole in the pipe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect the black tubing from the RO membrane to the drain saddle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnect the Storage Tank\u003c\/strong\u003e:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttach the tank ball valve to the tank (use Teflon tape on the threads).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect the yellow tubing from the RO system to the tank valve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the tank in a location where it can easily be accessed if needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurn On the Water Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlowly turn on the cold water supply valve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck all connections for leaks. If any leaks are found, tighten the connections or reapply Teflon tape as needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen the RO faucet and let the water run for about 5 minutes, then close the faucet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlush the System\u003c\/strong\u003e:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow the tank to fill completely, which may take 2-3 hours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce full, open the RO faucet and let the water run until the tank is empty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepeat the filling and flushing process at least twice before using the water for drinking. This ensures any preservatives or debris from the installation process are removed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinal Setup and Use\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonitor Water Quality\u003c\/strong\u003e: Use a TDS meter to check the quality of the water produced. The TDS levels should be significantly lower than the input water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank Pressure\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ensure the storage tank is properly pressurized (typically 7-8 psi when empty).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePost-Installation Check\u003c\/strong\u003e: After a few days of use, check all fittings and connections again for any signs of leaks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegular Filter Replacement\u003c\/strong\u003e:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSediment, carbon block, and granular activated carbon filters: Replace every 6-12 months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRO Membrane: Replace every 2-3 years, depending on water quality and usage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePost-Carbon Filter: Replace every 12 months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSanitizing the System\u003c\/strong\u003e:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnnually, or when replacing the RO membrane, sanitize the system by flushing it with a mild bleach solution, following the manufacturer’s instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Quality Monitoring\u003c\/strong\u003e:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a TDS meter to periodically test the water. If the TDS levels begin to rise, it might indicate that the RO membrane needs replacement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck for Leaks\u003c\/strong\u003e:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegularly inspect the system for leaks, especially around the fittings and the RO membrane housing. Tighten connections if necessary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Tank\u003c\/strong\u003e:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf the water flow from the RO faucet slows down, it might be due to low pressure in the storage tank. 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