Reverse osmosis filters, while being some of the most effective at filtering, are quite hard to maintain if you don’t know what you are doing. Here are some of our top tips to help ensure that your water filter is kept clean!
Change Your Filters Regularly
Whether you use sediment filters, carbon filters, or pool filters, you can’t avoid the reality that they will need a replacement at some point. Unfortunately, nothing lasts forever. One thing you should do is change them when the time comes. It will be a waste of money to replace them too soon. Similarly, leaving them in your water for too long can cause difficulties—imagine the taste! So, what is the maximum amount of time you should go without changing the filter? There isn’t a definitive solution to this question. Some commenters from one source claim that updating them every few weeks is sufficient. Maybe once or twice a month.
Have a Regular Cleaning Routine
You must ensure that contaminants do not accumulate in your filter system. Keeping it clean on a regular basis is the simplest way to achieve this. Many systems, fortunately, will come with instructions on when and how to clean them. You may be fortunate enough to have one that already includes a cleaning kit. In any case, you should clean them regularly to keep them in good working order so that they can continue to give the output you require for longer.
Let the Water Settle
Check to see if there is any sediment in your water before pumping it. If there is, one suggestion is to wait for it to settle. Apart from not drinking contaminated water, one of the benefits of doing so is that it prevents dirt from clogging your filters. Having a little patience is the key to keeping your water and system clean. Before you use it, wait for the water to settle and become clearer.
Store Out of Sunlight
You do not want your filters exposed to direct sunlight for too long. This appears to contradict the earlier remark about allowing it to air dry after cleaning. It’s fine to leave it out in the sun for a short while. However, exposing it to the sun for an extended period will shorten the filter’s life. Anyone who has ever left a plastic item out in the sun for an extended period knows what can happen. The same goes for your filters.
We hope you have enjoyed our recap of our top tips to help ensure that your water filter is kept clean. While it can be hard to know how to maintain your UV water filter or RO water filter, learning how to properly support its functions will ensure that your water purification system stays in working condition for a long time!
