I dont have a filtration system. I just want to raise the water from my lower level water tank to my upper level ice maker . Does this work for me the pressure from my water tank is extermly low. (the height of tank from the ground is not more tham 30 cm)
203479
No it won't work. The pump does not work in your situation. It's lack of an on off switch, instead it uses the pressure of a water tank to turn on and off the pump.
1780790
For tall tanks like yours, I would take the tube down to within three or four inches of the bottom if you can. This will give a better top to bottom turn over of the water. I agree that going to the bigger filter (#60) would be a good idea. It's hard to over filter a tank. If this will be the only system working, I would go to the #60 filter. If you are running an under gravel filter also, then the #40 will be fine.
1048830
Yes it will hook to the ice maker. This system works great. It has worked without a problem and getting water and ice from bottled water is a lot better than the water we have here. You can hear the motor while it's pumping but I don't see it as a problem. Very easy to hook up. You shouldn't use a filter. Most manufactures have either a plug or in my case, I just had to take the filter out and it automatically bypassed it.
1143744
I elevated mine. Is it necessary? Prob not. I put an extra spigot below the original one because the original one is quite hi. It leaves a lot of unused water in barrel.
134664
Yes, I will recommend pump in the system. I bought one system from iSping without pump and returned it because the very slow in producing water. If you want to split some water to refrigerator, a system with pump will be better.
1287671
I find the skimmer works best with water level half way up at minimum. I am running 1hp Hayward Superpump which seems to need additional water.
1149440
Sorry can't really help as my setup is small - 30lit tank. I use my Maxi-Jet inside the tank to filter my tank water. It's not the best setup but after spending Au$100+ I'm determined to use the pump for something.
134665
I would definitely get the booster. I did the same thing with a splitter and it works great. The refrigerator doesn't have a problem making ice. The water seems to dispense a little slower, but that may be because of the extra filter in the refrigerator. Either way, it's not really enough to notice and we are very happy with the system.
1224052
That shouldn't be a problem. Set the unit on a higher alkaline level and don't run the water real fast. It gives the machine more time to raise the pH.
1534182
You should be able to. It will help with the filtration process. Hope this helps answer your question. Happy ponding!!!!!
1796713
The more precisely level the better, but I only had an almost-level spot and it still works. The problem is just that the water is leaning to one side and putting extra pressure on one side. If it's slightly off-level, it is still workable.
2071490
With the items you have yes. I have been reading that the filter top part breaks or the filter explodes ..... but i have been using one for over 6 months no issues yet. If i do I will update my answer. Have a great day. If for water or ice I recommend the lvl 4 filter. I have crappy water and it makes my ice taste much better.
1548837
I have the tall model for more than a year now, it seems to be holding up fine. However, you're better off using some better filtration system before feeding the water to the bottleless tank. The included filter cartridge system doesn't do a good job of filtering, thus leaving a strange taste to the water. I ended up using a 5 stage RO system for water filtration before sending the water to the bottleless unit. I hope that my reply will help with your purchase
1969370
Robert is correct, I was wrong. It seemed at the time I had a little more of flow but it is impossible. If you have a pressurized tank there should be a shrader valve on the tank to check the air pressure of the bladder inside of the tank to boost water pressure, you may be low on pressure in the bladder. You may need to use an air pump to raise the air pressure but be careful, I don't remember what the pressure should be. Check with Watts Premier web site.
505333
On the right side of the ice maker is a wire that acts as a sensor. In the UP position it tells the ice maker to stop producing ice. In the down position it signals the ice maker to make more ice. It often gets stuck in the up position. Just reach back and pull it down. The water filter does not have to be in the refrig for the ice maker to work. I assume that you are able to get water through the water dispenser; because no water, no ice.
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No. The rising/expanding air bubbles in the tube sucks water through the sponge filters. So, I would say you want the top of the tube no higher than the surface, so water actually pours out of the tube. (too high above the water, and possibly only air is expelled, and there is no filtering.) I suspect that the lower the tube is submerged under water (and the longer the tube is extended), the more water is drawn through the filter, and the cleaner your tank. But, one advantage of this kind of filter is that you can place the tube at the surface, and so limit how much the surface of the water is perturbed. No. The rising/expanding air bubbles in the tube sucks water through the sponge filters. So, I would say you want the top of the tube no higher than the surface, so water actually pours out of the tube. (too high above the water, and possibly only air is expelled, and there is no filtering.) I suspect that the lower the tube is submerged under water (and the longer the tube is extended), the more water is drawn through the filter, and the cleaner your tank. But, one advantage of this kind of filter is that you can place the tube at the surface, and so limit how much the surface of the water... » Read More No. The rising/expanding air bubbles in the tube sucks water through the sponge filters. So, I would say you want the top of the tube no higher than the surface, so water actually pours out of the tube. (too high above the water, and possibly only air is expelled, and there is no filtering.) I suspect that the lower the tube is submerged under water (and the longer the tube is extended), the more water is drawn through the filter, and the cleaner your tank. But, one advantage of this kind of filter is that you can place the tube at the surface, and so limit how much the surface of the water is perturbed. « Show Less
1458701
I don't think so. The filter creates a water flow through the clear tubes by displacing the water on it towards the top with the air bubbles that grow in size due to lowering the column pressure. This flow suck the water from the gravel and filter the water through it. All the garbage stay in the gravel till you clean it. The problem is that 3 or 4 inches doesn't provide enough pressure column to make the principle works. But that is just my opinion. Good Luck!