Q: Is a single 1*400GPD system superior to a dual 2*200GPD setup?
A: Choosing the 200GPD system is beneficial due to its reduced use of adhesives during production, which enhances salt rejection and improves water flow efficiency.
Q: When should membrane elements undergo cleaning?
A: Membrane elements should be cleaned when any of the following conditions occur:
A noticeable 10-15% decrease in normalized permeate flow.
A marked 10-15% increase in normalized permeate total dissolved solids (TDS).
A significant 10-15% rise in the normalized pressure drop between the feed and reject streams.
Q: What are the steps to resolve RO membrane blockage?
A: 1. First, verify whether the home RO System's membrane is genuinely blocked.
2. Examine the regional water quality, focusing on calcium and magnesium salts as primary scaling components.
3. Prepare a solution with 10% hydrochloric acid or a diluted commercial descaling detergent, combined with a specialized RO membrane cleaning agent based on the scale composition. Soak the RO membrane for 24 hours.
4. After soaking, rinse the RO membrane using ultrafiltration-produced water. Ensure the pure water outlet is closed and the wastewater outlet is open for effective flushing.
Q: Why does RO membrane blockage occur within one to two months?
A: 1. High salt content in the raw water leads to excessive scaling.
2. Elevated levels of organic matter in the water exceed standards, causing RO membrane fouling and blockage.
3. The RO film has a high recovery rate.
4. The purifier lacks a flushing function, resulting in long-term high-concentration brine buildup in the RO membrane shell.