Reverse osmosis tank not making water - FINALLY figured it out

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  • @DIYwithMichaelBorders
    @DIYwithMichaelBorders  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

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  • @madcolor
    @madcolor ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for posting this. Saved me a bunch of troubleshooting. In my case, there was no freeze on my side. I'm guessing that my filters were stored in a freezing warehouse somewhere or something else happened to them that I had no control over. Nevertheless, after re-pressuring my tank (which made no difference), I watched this vid and immediately ordered new filters from another source. Re-followed all of the installation steps and bammo.. works like new. Thanks much.

  • @sheilagay9374
    @sheilagay9374 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hey there Mike, that was great, your ideas and helpful hints are welcomed. From the North...S&B

  • @taimitillinghast6580
    @taimitillinghast6580 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you for sharing this. I have the same exact system and have been trying to figure out what to do with it.

    • @DIYwithMichaelBorders
      @DIYwithMichaelBorders  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@taimitillinghast6580
      We are honored to help, thank you for writing us. 😁👍☕️

  • @socalpal8416
    @socalpal8416 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a very frustrating story. Who would of thought? Glad you finally got it working.

  • @LillieMarshall
    @LillieMarshall 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Woooow -- that's crazy! Mine has been broken on and off and this isn't the reason, but it's good to know this happens. Thanks for your videos! They've been helpful.

    • @DIYwithMichaelBorders
      @DIYwithMichaelBorders  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Good morning Lillie, thanks for watching. This is very kind of you to share. Have you figured out what’s wrong yet?

    • @LillieMarshall
      @LillieMarshall 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@DIYwithMichaelBorders I’m at the point where I just want to switch it out for something simpler. I’m in Boston with good water quality already and this system is overkill. Do you have a suggestion for a more user-friendly, easy system? I’ve heard good things about Aquasa

    • @DIYwithMichaelBorders
      @DIYwithMichaelBorders  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@LillieMarshall
      Thanks for the follow up, there’s a few options to choose from however we have found this one to be best for our mission.
      Lowe’s has a cool RO option as well as Menards. 😎👍

    • @albowrx
      @albowrx 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@LillieMarshall Fluoridated water is good water? It is banned all over Europe.

  • @Jay_Shrimp_Master
    @Jay_Shrimp_Master ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Have you done a video on using a remineralization filter for the GE 5 stage RO system?

    • @DIYwithMichaelBorders
      @DIYwithMichaelBorders  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for watching, don’t have a video on that yet. We may add it to the list.
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    • @davidgleason6323
      @davidgleason6323 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes, looking to add a remineralizer and not sure which line I should splice it in to!
      Any advice?

    • @DIYwithMichaelBorders
      @DIYwithMichaelBorders  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@davidgleason6323
      Thanks for watching, we haven’t done that in the past. Can’t really give you a solid recommendation. 🤔
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    • @amandafernandez5126
      @amandafernandez5126 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@davidgleason6323blue

  • @TerryFoss
    @TerryFoss 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What about staying out in the heat?

    • @DIYwithMichaelBorders
      @DIYwithMichaelBorders  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@TerryFoss
      Thanks for watching…possible…🤔…however much less likely compared to what freezing temperatures can cause.
      Any update on your system?

  • @brunotravelchannel
    @brunotravelchannel ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m on the same boat but no freeze over😢 I think your case was very specific.

    • @DIYwithMichaelBorders
      @DIYwithMichaelBorders  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Good morning ☕️
      Any update? We are here to help answer questions. Below is a link to our (Reverse Osmosis Playlist) which has several videos that you will hopefully find helpful.
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  • @johntran3131
    @johntran3131 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can you make a video showing how the water is purified as it goes through the three-stage filter?

    • @DIYwithMichaelBorders
      @DIYwithMichaelBorders  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for watching, we may add that to the list. Thanks for sharing this.
      😎👍

  • @davidgleason6323
    @davidgleason6323 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If I wanted to splice in a remineralizer into this system, which line would I do that into?

    • @DIYwithMichaelBorders
      @DIYwithMichaelBorders  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for watching David, we haven’t altered or reconfigured this unit before. Don’t really have concrete advice on that specific mission.
      👍

    • @amandafernandez5126
      @amandafernandez5126 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I added it on my blue line.

  • @xxcooldudexx0631
    @xxcooldudexx0631 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I had just recently purchased a 5 stage reverse osmosis ro system and after setting it up trouble shooting a couple leaks or fittings I got everything to work but now there's a slow leak coming from the filters themselves and/or the main system I believe it could be the filters but before I purchase them I was wondering if anyone could have any idea if it's something else I should be looking at

    • @DIYwithMichaelBorders
      @DIYwithMichaelBorders  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thanks for watching, that’s no fun. Being brand new, the filters shouldn’t be leaking…🤔
      Are the filters and membrane screwed all the way in and firmly secured?

    • @xxcooldudexx0631
      @xxcooldudexx0631 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@DIYwithMichaelBorders yessir even unscrewed em and screwed them back in I just ended up returning in and I'm thinking of getting a nu aqua and seeing if that works better for the price the reviews are not bad for em so one can only hope for the best. Thanks for the fast response and the advise.!

    • @xxcooldudexx0631
      @xxcooldudexx0631 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@DIYwithMichaelBorders and it was as secure as I could get it but there was way more give an play than in other videos and photos I had picked it up from home Depot if that has anything to even do with it but I'm saving up some more money bc of it just in case now

    • @DIYwithMichaelBorders
      @DIYwithMichaelBorders  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@xxcooldudexx0631
      Thanks for the follow up, did you purchase the new aqua system yet?

    • @xxcooldudexx0631
      @xxcooldudexx0631 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@DIYwithMichaelBorders no not yet I'm either going to wait a week or just purchase a 6 stage instead of a 7 stage

  • @Oneklickmedia
    @Oneklickmedia ปีที่แล้ว

    I just bought second hand brand new from a guy who bought it but never installed it once he moved. Been I garage for 2 years and then 1 year for me before I install it. Right now I’m not getting any water into the tank/ faucet. Water go straight out the faucet waste line into the drain and that’s it.
    Pressure 7psi. I’m wondering if I should just buy new filter? I have WATT PREMIER RO SYSTEM

    • @DIYwithMichaelBorders
      @DIYwithMichaelBorders  ปีที่แล้ว

      Good morning, just poured a ☕️ and am sitting down to answer any and all questions for the DIY community.
      We 100% recommend replacing both filters and membrane. If they ever experienced freezing temperatures while stored in garage, they are unfortunately ruined…ask us how we know…😬🤣…Keep us posted.
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  • @danielglidden9290
    @danielglidden9290 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My GE RO system just stopped working 😔 😠 no idea why. Could have something to do without our handyman messing with it and putting it upside down

    • @DIYwithMichaelBorders
      @DIYwithMichaelBorders  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for watching, was system actually installed upside down?

  • @worldcupjunkie2659
    @worldcupjunkie2659 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ok well I’m not In freezing temp but thanks

    • @DIYwithMichaelBorders
      @DIYwithMichaelBorders  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You are welcome, thank you for watching. Let us know if you have any questions.

  • @ridgehall1612
    @ridgehall1612 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Well that didn’t help me…

    • @DIYwithMichaelBorders
      @DIYwithMichaelBorders  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@ridgehall1612
      Please let us know if you have any questions.