Osmo from Aquaphor: models and subtleties of their installation

In terms of modernity, the problem of ecology is particularly acute. Houses are getting higher, but the quality of ordinary drinking water is only getting worse. At the same time, health and life expectancy of any person directly depend on water. Therefore, in every city apartment should be a filter for water purification.

New water purifiers can not only remove all harmful impurities from a liquid, but even enrich it with useful minerals. One of these devices is the Osmo filter from the popular domestic company Aquaphor.

The principle of operation of all types of filters "Aquaphor Osmo" for water treatment is based on a reverse osmosis system. The equipment has the highest filtration rate of all water purifiers of this type.At the same time, the treated water becomes not only clean and safe, but also useful, thanks to the work of the built-in mineralizer. This water is recommended to use even for baby food.

The structure includes a special semi-permeable membrane with a coal module Aqualene. This ensures ultra-fine fluid handling. It removes all harmful substances down to the smallest particles: nitrates, pesticides, rust, chlorine, heavy metals. Also, the device makes water softer.

Installation of the system does not require much time and effort; anyone can handle it. Replaceable cartridges are removed instantly, in one motion. Such a simple system ensures efficiency, minimum breakdowns and time spent on maintenance. Also, the membrane design assumes the presence of a storage tank with a capacity of approximately 10 liters. So, in your house there will always be tasty and healthy purified water.

We list the main types of structures "Aquaphor Osmo", which the company offers today:

• Osmo-Crystal 100 isp. 4M ";
• Osmo-Crystal 50 isp. 4M ";
• Osmo-Crystal 100 isp. 5M ";
• Osmo-Crystal 50 isp. 5M.

These are newer and improved models of the Aquaphor Osmo Classic filter.

Devices differ in maximum performance. For "Osmo-Crystal 50 isp. 4M "and" Osmo-Crystal 50 isp. 5M ”it is 7.8 l / h (at a fluid temperature of + 25 ° C and a pressure of 4 atmospheres). For Osmo-Crystal 100 isp. 4M "and" Osmo-Crystal 100 isp. 5M "productivity is equal to 15.6 l / hour. The rest of the characteristics for all 4 types of filters are the same:

• length of the device - 390 mm, height - 420 mm, width - 100 mm, weight - 10 kg;
• cumulative tank height - 360 mm, diameter - 270 mm;
• the maximum pressure of the water supply network is 6.5 atm., the minimum is 3.5 atm .;
• the proportions of purified and drainage water 1: 10;
• productivity - 46-170 ml / min.

The design of the Aquaphor Osmo filter is extremely simple. It consists of 5 basic elements.

• Pre-treatment unit. It is necessary to prepare the liquid for further processing. It removes active chlorine, phenols, pesticides, heavy metals, etc. from the water.
• Reverse osmosis unit. It includes a housing with a reverse osmosis membrane and a regulating unit.Here the fluid is purified from organic and inorganic substances, as well as viruses and bacteria.
• Storage tank for purified liquid. This structural element is necessary so that you have access to fresh water at any time, regardless of the performance of the water purifier.
• Water conditioning unit. It includes a removable cleaning cassette. In this block, any foreign smell and taste are removed from the water. Also, the liquid is enriched with minerals and becomes not only safe, but also beneficial to health.
• Block collectors. It is a design with 4 collectors for connecting replaceable filter cartridges with automatic valves, as well as openings for the installation of a water purifier.

The connection scheme of the filter is quite simple, but you need to strictly follow the instructions and avoid errors. Otherwise, in the future, this may adversely affect the quality of the purified water, lead to leakage or complete replacement of the structure. Therefore, the filter must be installed by a specialist.

First you need to decide on the place where you will install the equipment.Usually, the water purifier is mounted in the kitchen, on the inner surface of the cabinet under the sink. It is convenient, saves space and does not spoil the interior.

Also before installation work it is necessary to measure the pressure in the water mains. If it is more than 6.5 atm., Then you need to put a pressure regulator, which is sold separately. It is important to shut off the cold water supply before installation to relieve pressure in the system.

• Connect the JG tubes. To do this, remove the locking clip from under the plastic sleeve and insert the end of the tube pre-wetted with water into the fitting approximately 15 mm deep. Then you need to return the clip to its previous position.
• Install the connection node. Check the seal in the union nut, install the assembly in the pipeline. If the external thread needs to be additionally sealed, use a FUM tape for this.
• Mount the tap for clean water. Using a drill, make a hole in the worktop with a diameter of 12 mm. Then put on the decorative stand, rubber gasket and washer on the threaded shank of the valve.Insert all this into the prepared hole.

At the bottom of the tabletop, you must also put 2 lock washers on the shank and fasten them with a nut. Next, insert the tube, the end of which is enclosed in a metal sleeve, into the shank. Secure the connection with the cap nut and check its strength.

• Install the drain clamp. Make a 7 mm hole on the drain line in front of the siphon. Secure the sealing gasket, after removing the protective film from the inner side of the clamp. It is important that the hole in the fitting and gasket match. Install the clamp and evenly tighten the bolts so that both parts of the clamp are parallel.
• Navigate to the filter modules. Install the modules on a clean surface by removing the shrink film from them beforehand. Install a red drain tube with a built-in flow restrictor and a square into the membrane module. The latter must be installed in the housing fitting from the side of the membrane module. Attach the structural elements in series, then rotate the module until it clicks.
• Collect the storage tank. Connect the tap and fitting at the top of the tank, fasten the connection with a FUM tape.Do not allow the structure to fall; the tank must be stable.

After completion of the main part of the installation work, it is necessary to proceed to connecting the supply tubes to start the system. To do this, connect a plastic tube from a clear water tap to the fitting on the liquid conditioning unit. Also connect the appropriate tubing to the drainage clamp, storage tank and connection point. Check the strength of the connection.

Water purification system is ready. However, do not immediately drink water from the tap. First you need to skip the water to rinse all the elements of the system. To do this, open the cold water tap for 10 minutes. Then close, wait another 10 minutes. Then re-open the cold water, but at least 40 minutes. Then close the valve and proceed to filling the storage tank. At the same stage, once again check the reliability of the connection and the presence of leaks.

The time of the first filling of the tank directly depends on the type of membrane; on average, the process takes about 5 hours. At that moment, when liquid stops flowing from the drainage tube, the tank is completely filled.

Now open the tap for clean water and wait until the storage tank is completely empty. Then close the tap and proceed to refilling the tank, then also drain all the water. And only after the third filling, you can drink water directly from the tap.

Trust the connection of equipment to professionals or people with experience of similar work.

Always use only replaceable cartridges for filters that are specifically designed for the specific device. Installing an unsuitable cassette may result in poor filter performance.

Choose the volume of water purifier, focusing on the number of family members. The more of them, the larger should be the tank.

Domestic brand "Aquaphor" for many years exists on the market and during this time won the location of many buyers. According to the analysis of reviews, there are several key points.Most of all, users appreciate the optimal combination of cost and quality of equipment.

Water filters for this brand are available for each family. So, anyone can afford to drink healthy water, thereby maintaining their health. At the same time, it is easy and quick to install and maintain a water purifier. Replace cartridges do not have too often.

How to install the filter "Aquaphor" OSMO ", see the video below.