How to Flush RO Membrane – Follow These Easy Steps for Optimal Water Filtration

Alright, so I gotta share this thing about my RO system. I noticed my water was starting to taste a bit off, and the water flow was getting slower than a snail. It got me thinking, maybe it’s time to clean this thing out.

First off, I gotta say, I’m no plumber, just your average Joe trying to keep things running smooth around the house. But I figured, how hard could it be, right? I grabbed my tools and started by turning off the water supply. Safety first, people!

Then I inspected the whole system. I’m talking about the prefilters, the membrane housing, and all the connecting tubes. I checked the cleaning tank and hoses, made sure there were no visible cracks or any weird stuff going on. Everything looked pretty standard, just a bit dirty.

• First, I disconnected the prefilters – you know, those sediment and carbon ones. They’re the first line of defense, catching all the big chunks before they get to the membrane. Mine were looking pretty nasty, definitely time for a change.
• Next, I located the RO membrane housing. This is where the magic happens, where all the tiny impurities get filtered out. I carefully opened it up.

Now, I’d read somewhere that you can use different solutions to clean these membranes. Some folks use chlorine bleach, some use acids, I even saw someone mentioning hydrogen peroxide. I decided to go with just plain water this time since it wasn’t too bad. My goal was to give it a good rinse.

So, I filled a clean bucket with tap water and carefully removed the membrane from its housing. I gently rinsed it under a slow stream of water, making sure to get rid of any loose particles.

After rinsing, I put the membrane back in its housing and reconnected everything, making sure all the tubes were tight. Then, I slowly turned the water supply back on.

At first, the water flow was still pretty slow, but then it started picking up. I let it run for a good while, maybe 30 minutes. This was to flush out any remaining dirt or cleaning solution.

Finally, I checked the water quality with a TDS meter (total dissolved solids). The reading was much lower than before, which means it was working better! And the taste? Back to normal, nice and clean. Success!

So, that’s my story of how I flushed my RO membrane. It wasn’t rocket science, but it definitely made a difference. Just remember to be careful, turn off that water supply, and give it a good flush. Your taste buds will thank you!