Do you clean the Storage Tank on your RO system?
456814
Not necessary to clean the tank because the water goes through a water softener and all of the filtration stages of this system before going into the storage tank. The whole purpose of the RO system is to provide clean filtered water out of the tank.
456815
No, there is no reason to, considering the kind and number of filters the water passes through, including the RO membrane.
1703302
Remove and wash the tank. Then flush the system with tap water (fill tank full and run a few batches without coffee), there may be some contaminants in the system from the manufacturing process or storage. Good luck.
146141
I had mine for several years before I bought a new one. I just cleaned the old one regularly
1363464
I don't think it matters what RO system you have. If it has the option for a reserve tank and the fitting works, then it should fill with water.
50597
Reset the red flashing cleaning light by touching and holding the on/off button for 5 seconds with the unit turned off. However, even if the unit needs to be cleaned, it should still operate. You may have bigger issues going on. Going forward, the cleaning light is simply a timer that goes off at 2 week intervals. Unless you are using really hard tap water, it shouldn't require cleaning that frequently. I'd recommend just checking it and resetting the timer if there's no obvious buildup of lime scale in the reservior under the tank.
453550
No. The unit has a removable tank that you must empty. Minor inconvenience.
664692
I do not believe so.. This is a separate single filter ..no back cleaning like ROs. Apparently similar as used at Starbucks..our plumber installed in pretty quickly. We have been happy with the set up.
866230
You do need to clean the tank out. I believe the instructions said once a week: You dump out the majority of the water, and then refill it with more bottled water. I did not 'clean' it any further. These are underwater frogs....I am not sure though the answer to your last question.
347437
Hi I just clean mine the same way I clean the wet container.... couple drops of soap with hot water and turn the machine on for 1 minute rinse and its good :)
2252282
Yes, simply unplug it, take off the hangers and remove. My cleanup consists of using spray on 409 cleaner and letting it soak a few minutes then it wipes clean and I rinse it.
201133
You don't! The only cleaning is surface cleaning on the outside of the unit. The manual recommends wiping with a dry cloth. It's maintenance free - plug it in and only dry wipe the shell when needed.
1392854
Cleaning the device is quite easy and requires little maintenance. We recommend a light rinsing after each use with clean water to remove salt deposits. Periodic cleaning once or twice a month with a vinegar rinse is recommended to prevent and help remove excessive buildup of mineral deposits. As mentioned by another poster a small application of Vaseline once or twice a year around the silicone O-ring located on the outside bottom of the water tank ensures a good seal and optimum flow rate at all times.
1146055
I dont wash tank every time I used it. But I do make sure I empty tank, after each use to avoid any kind growth of bacteria. I just tilt it on the sink and leave it there for awhile till it is totally empty. I then wipe it with a towel or paper towel.
993097
I believe the instructions recommend cleaning it weekly but I definitely forget about it for a month or two at a time. To clean it, just put some white vinegar into the tank with a little water, place it back on the base and let it sit. Any minerals will wipe off easily and then just rinse out the tank and base- super easy!
1555323
All you need to do is rinse it off in some of tank water you take out after a water change. If you rinse it in the sink you you wash away or kill the beneficial bacteria that grows on the media. It takes a long time for the media to deteriorate to the point it needs to be replaced but it does need to be cleaned in old tank water once a month. Maybe every other month depending on the bio load.
1599010
Not to the system itself i don't think but with the set up I have you could. I have a 275g clean water tank and a bad water tank where the system dispenses the RO water. attached to the tanks are seperate hoses one for watering plants and the other for its intended purpose. I use this water for my mobile detailing company and its the best water I have ever used in the ten years of detailing. Much better then the DI tanks I once used. Hope this is helpful.
1461115
I pulled my manual out and here are the cleaning directions.After using the device 5-6 times or 2-3 days, clean as follows:1. Unplug the power cord from the base of the unit and uncover.2. Pour out any remaining water from the "DRAIN SIDE" of the tank.3. Put 1 Tablespoon of citric acid in the water tank, add just under 100 ml of warm water.4. Leave water for 5 minutes, and then drain the solution from the "DRAIN SIDE" of the tank.5. Wipe with a soft cloth. Avoid Ultrasonic Vibration plate area, which can be gently cleaned with a cotton bud.Never use other acids, enzymes or detergents, as this may risk poisonous gas to be created or cause malfunction. I pulled my manual out and here are the cleaning directions.After using the device 5-6 times or 2-3 days, clean as follows:1. Unplug the power cord from the base of the unit and uncover.2. Pour out any remaining water from the "DRAIN SIDE" of the tank.3. Put 1 Tablespoon of citric acid in the water tank, add just under 100 ml of warm water.4. Leave water for 5 minutes, and then drain the solution from the "DRAIN SIDE" of the tank.5. Wipe with a soft cloth. Avoid Ultrasonic Vibration plate area, which can be gently cleaned with a cotton... » Read More I pulled my manual out and here are the cleaning directions.After using the device 5-6 times or 2-3 days, clean as follows:1. Unplug the power cord from the base of the unit and uncover.2. Pour out any remaining water from the "DRAIN SIDE" of the tank.3. Put 1 Tablespoon of citric acid in the water tank, add just under 100 ml of warm water.4. Leave water for 5 minutes, and then drain the solution from the "DRAIN SIDE" of the tank.5. Wipe with a soft cloth. Avoid Ultrasonic Vibration plate area, which can be gently cleaned with a cotton bud.Never use other acids, enzymes or detergents, as this may risk poisonous gas to be created or cause malfunction. « Show Less