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Old 11-22-2009, 09:24 AM   #1
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Hi all

I finally got to the conclusion that I must have a RO filter with my tap water coming out with 600ppm.
I have one question which I couldn't find an answer for anywhere.

The filter I want to buy comes with a shutoff valve.
What exactly does it do, and do I need it if I just want to connect the filter directly to my regular faucet?

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Old 11-22-2009, 10:07 AM   #2
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most people hook the r/o up to a separate "water dispenser" spout

that way you don't wash the dishes with it
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depends on the filter, some filters can hook up to the faucet, others require hooking up to the pipes below the sink. A shutoff valve seems pretty necessary to me, you dont want it running constantly.

Drinking Water Filters- Reverse Osmosis Water Purifiers & Water Softeners That company makes a filter that hooks up directly to your faucet, you just unscrew the aerator and screw in their attachment and your off n' running. They're a bit pricier but thats what you gotta pay for stuff made in the USA these days.
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Thanks guys. I guess I should go to the store and see what exactly they offer and how it will work with my setup.

GreenDragon, that filter you linked to seems exactly what I need. Hopefully I can find something like that around here.
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they make float valves for the r/o systems. drilll a hole in a garbage can and itll shut off the water when the can fills
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the shut off valve on my system is to change the filters i just installed my filter last friday.
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Hey Chuck do you know how often the filters need changing?
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After visiting the shop, I think I'll just connect it to a valve like this one, and open it only when I need water for my plants, and
have a float valve to make sure my tank doesn't overflow.

The shut off valve is like 1/4 the price of the R/O filter, and I'm trying not to spend too much.
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i think it said twice a year depending on the amount you use and the hardness of you water
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I was thinking... as long as the PPM says 0 and it is putting out enough water? Why change it?
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