Question 1

How often do I need to replace the filters in this unit?

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Each filter has a rated life and you'll have to calculate how much you're using to figure out. A good rule of thumb is to replace the sediment filter the most often (as it starts looking dirty, prob 1-6mos). Change the carbon filters on a schedule because chlorine is the most dangerous thing to let through to the membrane (usually 6-12mos). Chlorine will quickly damage the membrane(most expensive to replace, usually 1-2yrs). Letting hot water run through the system opens the pores on the membrane and let's contaminants through. Also, when you change carbon filters, let them flush to the drain before connecting output to membrane (will keep carbon dust from settling in the membrane pores). The easiest way to check if you need to replace the membrane is with an inexpensive ppm/tds meter, you should be in the 0-50ppm range, depending on your starting ppms of the tap (collect sample before it reaches the mineralizer to test). Once ppms start creeping up, you need to change your membrane. You will need a ph tester to determine if the mineralizer is exhausted. Each filter really has it's own rate it wears out. I've worked with reef tanks and hydroponics most of my life so I help these tips help.

Question 2

How much water is being wasted while filtering?

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As I did my research this one i found was about 1 to 1 so if I remeber correctly, please dont quote this but I did by this one becuase it wasted the least amount of water per gallon i looked at.  I have had it now for almost two years and still on the same filters and i use it for everything i can

Question 3

What’s the difference between this one at 100 and the one at 50 they are ten bucks difference? Thanks

Accepted Answer

The productivity rate is the difference, 100 GPD is a bit faster.

Question 4

How do I know when to change filter?

Accepted Answer

6 month to a year it depends how many people use the filter during the day most people will change it every year

ASIN	B00MU20LN2
Best Sellers Rank	#6,393 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #16 in Under-Sink & Countertop Filtration
Brand Name	EXPRESS WATER
Capacity	50 gallons_per_day
Container Type	Tank
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (2,496)
Global Trade Identification Number	00705332529525
Included Components	Alkaline Reverse Osmosis System
Installation Type	Under Sink
Item Dimensions L x W x H	15"L x 5"W x 17"H
Item Weight	29.5 pounds
LowerTemperature Range	40 °F
Manufacturer	Express Water
Material Type	Brass Faucet, Plastic System, Steel Tank
Maximum Flow Rate	0.8 gpm
Model Name	ROALK5D
Model Number	ROALK**
Number of Items	1
Operating Pressure Range	40-80 psi
Other Special Features of the Product	NSF certified
Part Number	ROALK5D
Purification Method	Alkaline, Reverse Osmosis
Supported Water TDS Level Maximum (PPM)	2000
UPC	705332529525
Unit Count	1 Count
Upper Temperature Rating	100 °F

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