Drainage issue while installing my new RO system
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Evan
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Hello, I am installing an RO system in my house. It is an under the sink model. I am at the point in the process where I install the little clamp around a drainage pipe and drill a hole in it for the system to drain into. The only problem is, I don't have a drainage pipe like what they are saying I should have. I'll post a picture of what I'm dealing with. I don't have a dishwasher. I have one pipe leading away from the garage disposal. What can I do? Thanks in advance. I am desperately trying to finish this project.
6 answers
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Your "drainage" hole can be cut in above the 90. By above I mean in the first portion of the down pipe that's connected to the sink drain itself. OR.... Call the help line in the package instructions. That would be your best bet. Be careful not to void your warranty in any way.
Hope Williams
on Oct 26, 2015
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I agree with Hope, drill a hole in the topside of your white plastic pipe, insert a few inches of your RO drain tube, then silicone around the tube. I did pretty much the same thing with mine and have never had any problems.
Gary Stenzel
on Oct 26, 2015
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Why not spend the $3.00 (or less) and buy a drain kit that has a dishwasher drain made into it, and replace the whole pipe leading to the outside drain? There is already a connection at the end of the chrome pipe to the wall..
Rus1058682
on Oct 26, 2015
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Just food for thought for anyone else interested in an RO. Check out the waste issue before purchasing. An RO waste 1.5 gallons of water to fill 1 glass of water. Over a typical day it will waste 27 gallons just refilling itself. Not a great option for draught areas.
Tonia
on Oct 26, 2015
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It actually uses more water to refill the tank. The less water it needs to replace the more back pressure there is and that forces more water to be wasted. An empty tank uses less % of waste water then a tank that is topping off. I was told by a plumber/Hvac professional not to use one with my septic because it would flush too much water through my system.
Tonia
on Oct 26, 2015
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You guys are all awesome. I ended up finished the project with some advice I got. Here's a picture of the result. It's been running for 24hrs no leaks.
Evan
on Oct 26, 2015
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