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===Flush valve=== | ===Flush valve=== | ||
A flush valve temporarily allows a higher flow of water through the system to flush minerals and organic contaminants (including microbes) away from the RO membrane. Periodic flushing | A flush valve temporarily allows a higher flow of water through the system to flush minerals and organic contaminants (including microbes) away from the RO membrane. Periodic flushing increases the longevity of the RO membrane and can improve system performance (see the maintenance section below). Therefore a flush valve is recommended to ultimately reduce maintenance costs, either manual or automatic. However, it is an optional component and a system will certainly function without regular flushing. | ||
As the name implies, a manual flush valve must be opened and closed by hand whenever you need to flush the system. It's easy—just turn the valve 90°, but you need to remember to do it. | As the name implies, a manual flush valve must be opened and closed by hand whenever you need to flush the system. It's easy—just turn the valve 90°, but you need to remember to do it. | ||