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WATER - Q. & A. of R.O. (Reverse Osmosis)

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ABOUT REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEMS FOR HOME WATER TREATMENT: Q. WHO SHOULD CONSIDER PURCHASING REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEMS? A. Anyone concerned about the quality of there drinking water-particularly if there home drinking water-particularly if they notice taste or odor problems or are aware of high levels of dissolved minerals in there water supply-should consider an RO system. Additionally, RO systems often are recommended for immune-comprised individuals who could be especially susceptible infection from various waterborne contaminants. The center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends reverse osmosis as a method for removal of dangers microorganism cyst called Cryptosporidium. Reverse Osmosis systems, which generally include both an RO membrane and pre-and post filters, offer a comprehensive means of potentially harmful contaminants in home drinking water. Q. SPECIFICALLY WHICH CONTAMINANTS DOES REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEMS REMOVE? A. CONTAMINANT INORGANIC: Aluminum 90% Arsenic 98% Arlum 95% Cadmium 95% Calcium 98% Chromium III 98% Copper 90% Fluoride 95% Iron 98% Lead 90% Magnesium 98% Manganese 90% Mercury II 85% Nitrate 90% Potassium 95% Senenlum 95% Silver 98% Sodium 95% Strontlum 90% Sulfate 90% Zinc 98% Total Dissolved Solids 95% Asbestos 99% Organic: Chlorine 98%+ Herbicides 98%+ Pesticides 98%+ DDT 98%+ Endrin 90%+ Undane 98%+ Aldrin 98%+ Benzene 98%+ V.O.C.S. 98%+ Adrazin 98%+ Fluoranthene 98%+ Phenole 98%+ Trihalomelthanes 98%+ Toxaphene 98%+ Dichloromethane 98%+ Chloroform 98%+ Trichlorethlene 98%+ Perchlorethylene 98%+ Tannic Acid 98%+ Metoxychlor 98%+ PCB 98%+ Reproduced with the kind permission of the Water Quality Association. For further invormation visit there website an www.wqa.org Q. BEYOND REDUCING HEALTH RELATED CONTAMINANTS, WHAT ARE SOME OTHER BENEFITS OF INSTALLING A REVERSE OSMOSIS WATER SYSTEM? A. There are many benefits to installing a reverse osmosis system beyond greatly reduced concentrations of contaminants. Cleaner, sparkling drinking water is probably the most noticeable. Because there is little to alter the RO-treated water’s natural state, the flavor of food can come through without any “chemical” taste. Brewed items such as coffee, tee, or soups may have a richer. more robust flavor, and fruit juices and powdered drinks mixed with RO-treated water may taste better, too. Even ice cubes can take on a crystal clear appearance. Q. DOES A REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEM REMOVE BIOLOGICAL CONTAMINATES? A. RO systems are capable to removing certain biological chemicals such as Criptosperidium and Giardia. The pore size of the RO membrane along with the amount of pressure applied to the water will generally determine the rate of reduction of such contaminants. The Water Quality Association (WQA) cautions, however, that while RO membranes are reliable for treatment of a range of health contaminants, design considerations such as tiny leaks or manufacturing imperfections may prevent a unit from offering foolproof protection against biological contaminants for consumer drinking water systems. Therefore, WQA suggests that absolute disinfections (a reduction of contaminants greater then 99.9% be ensured with cyst-rated and certified products and post-disinfections systems such as ultra violet light. Q. HOW DO I PROPERLY MAINTAIN MY REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEM? A. The filter of your RO system should be changed periodically. In general, both the pre-and post-filters should be replaced every six month, or at least annually: however, the maintenance schedule may vary due to the local water conditions, the quantity of water being filtered, and the manufacturers recommendations. The reverse osmosis membrane normally lasts between 3 to 5 years. WQA suggests you close4ly follow the maintenance schedule provided by you water treatment specialist or the manufacturer to ensure that the system is in proper working order. www.info@royalsprings.com.au

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