Reverse osmosis, also known as hyperfiltration, is the finest means of filtration available today. It is the most common treatment technology used by premium bottled water companies. Reverse osmosis refers to the process of forcing water through a semi-permeable membrane under pressure.

Reverse osmosis uses a semi-permeable membrane, allowing pure water to pass through it, while rejecting the contaminants that are too large to pass through the tiny pores in the membrane.

RO is the most convenient and effective method of water filtration. It filters water by squeezing water through a semi‐permeable membrane, which is rated at 0.0001 micron (equals to 0.00000004 inch!). This is the technology used to make bottled water, it is also the only technology capable of desalinating sea water, making it into drinking water.

Non‐RO water filters typically use a single activated carbon cartridge to treat water. They are much less effective, and the pore size on these filter media are much bigger, generally 0.5 ‐ 10 micron. They can filter out coarse particles, sediments and elements only up to their micron rating. Anything finer and most dissolved substances cannot be filtered out. As a result, water is far less clean and safe compared to reverse osmosis filtration.

Yes, RO is generally an excellent choice for homeowners with well water. However, it is important to note that reverse osmosis does not provide foolproof protection against all microorganisms. You should have your water tested for bacteria and virus contamination before relying solely on reverse osmosis. If microbiological contamination is present or suspected, you should combine reverse osmosis with an ultraviolet system for maximum effectiveness and protection against bacteria and viruses. A water softener or whole-house iron filter may also be advisable (depending on the level of relevant contaminants in your well water) to prevent membrane fouling, thereby ensuring maximum membrane life and effectiveness.

SThe reverse osmosis system removes up to ninety-eight percent of all minerals from the water. We at Budget Water, believe that you should get pure, clean drinking water and then add whatever you want to it. Your diet should provide the minerals your body needs, not your water, but for those that are concerned about lacking the good minerals, we offer a mineral pH cartridge that puts the good minerals back in as well as raising the pH.

Reverse osmosis filtration may or may not reduce the pH level of water at a noticeable amount. The pH difference after the RO depends on the quality of your input water source as well as the amount of gases such as CO2 in your local water supply.

People that wish to increase the pH of their RO water can also easily add an optional calcite filter to increase the alkalinity of their drinking water.

Reverse osmosis (RO), uses the same technology as other major water bottling plants to filter water. Using our RO systems is more beneficially as it provides a refreshing taste with a touch of minerals. Using our RO systems to purify water daily in your home will provide your family with naturally fresh and healthy water compared to stagnant water that has been sitting in plastic bottles for many months.

The RO system allows you to manage the unit's performance and delivers the most stable and complete RO process for home. This eco‐friendly solution also protects the environment from plastic waste as RO users will have no need to purchase bottled water.

This sometimes happens when you first install your new filter cartridge. The cloudiness is harmless, compressed air. To remove it, the cartridge needs to be flushed for 5-9 minutes. If your water pressure is low then it may need to be flushed for longer.

Nothing’s wrong with the filter. It’s just that the filter cartridge hasn’t been flushed for long enough and there’s some leftover carbon powder from the manufacturing process. It’s harmless and easy to fix. Just open the tap for 5-9 minutes. This will fully activate the system and clear it.

Brine tank usually does not require cleaning unless it contains large amounts of salt (insoluble in water) or due to the system breakdown. However, if the resin deposited insoluble substances, the tank must be cleaned periodically to prevent the failure of the device.

Pressure regulator should be installed at a time when water pressure in your plumbing water system is significantly larger than the one at which water filtration system can be operated safely. For example, if User's Manual indicates that the filtration system that you about to install operates at maximum pressure of 3.5 bars (50.75 psi) and you plumbing systems operates at 4 bars (58 psi), then you must install a pressure regulator.

Booster pressure pump should be installed between the first and second filter stage (filter housing) of the system. Do NOT install the pump before the filter housing due to the contamination of raw (inlet) water. That could damage the pump. Do NOT install the pump before RO membrane. The pump boosts water pressure in a way of pressure spikes which can damage the membrane. When the pump is installed between the first and second filter, the filter installed right the pump reduces and equalizes water pressure before entering into RO membrane. Do NOT install the pump when unsuitable parameters inlet of water (high concentration of calcium, magnesium and iron) are not corrected. Basic parameters must be met by inlet water for RO systems - refer to "Required water parameters for RO systems" section. Ions of calcium, magnesium and iron negatively influence operation of RO filtration system and may lead to its damage.

System tank should be installed no more than 3 or 4 meters (10 to 13 feet) from the system. Pressure of filtered water drops by 0.1 bar with each meter (3 feet). With all the underground pressure water drawn from the tap will be reduced by about 0,1 bar in relation to the pressure in the tank. The container can be mounted up to a maximum of 8 m from the system, be careful that the hose connecting the tank system is not affected by the collapse, friction or breakage.

Such cases are very rare but can happen. It might be caused when the system is moved or by sudden changes in water pressure. Solution: immediately shut off water supply by closing kitchen or main water supply valve and notify your product distributor or a plumber who installed your system.

Yes, if during system assembly appropriate hygienic conditions are not maintained bacteria can develop inside RO system.

Therefore, it is recommended to disinfect RO system once a year. To carry out the disinfection process properly use the product PDEZYN2.

"System sweating" occurs with a large difference in temperature between water supply and premises in which the RO system is installed.

We suggest securing the base on which the system is set up. Not securing the base can lead to moisture accumulation and penetration (into the structure) and consequently to its damage (decay).

The most important steps to ensure proper and long-term operation of Reverse Osmosis system is its regular maintenance (ie replacement of cartridges and RO membrane).We also suggest completely emptying system's water tank at least twice per two weeks. This will ensure the good performance of RO membrane and significantly extend its life. Clean water can be used not only for drinking but also for washing face, bathing babies and children, watering flowers, etc.