Home > Blog

Blog

Max Water Flow Blog - Expert Water Purification Guides and Troubleshooting Tips
  • blog

    What is Reverse Osmosis and what types of contaminants does the Reverse Osmosis system remove?

    Reverse Osmosis (RO) water purification systems can reduce and eliminate TDS‡ like salts and minerals from your drinking water.

    By Max Water July 12, 2023

    Read More clickhere
  • blog

    How can I connect and/or disconnect the tube from a quick type fitting?

    Please make sure you follow these instructions in full detail to avoid any leaking problems. Prepare the connection: Cut the tube square ensuring...

    By Max Water July 17, 2023

    Read More clickhere
  • blog

    Why Does the Water From My Reverse Osmosis System Seem Cloudy or Milky?

    This is generally caused by trapped air within the RO system. However, it will not affect the quality of your water. The cloudiness should disappear...

    By Max Water July 17, 2023

    Read More clickhere
  • blog

    How do I convert my aquarium system into a drinking system?

    To convert an aquarium into a drinking water system, follow these steps for safety and suitability.

    By Max Water July 17, 2023

    Read More clickhere
  • blog

    How to Replace the O-Rings in a Quick Connect Fitting?

    These instructions for repai—ring quick connect fitting such for John Guest fitting. Turn off the incoming feedwater inlet line and open a...

    By Max Water July 18, 2023

    Read More clickhere
  • blog

    Where should I go to test my water sample?

    Please click on this link to show you all Ontario-licensed laboratories

    By Max Water July 18, 2023

    Read More clickhere
  • blog

    I am getting weird sounds from my RO system?

    Usually, the sound presents for many reasons. High pressure, low pressure, and auto shut failer after 5 years. * Hi, pressure more than 75...

    By Max Water July 18, 2023

    Read More clickhere
  • blog

    Adding Air to the Reverse Osmosis Storage tank?

    When water stops running out from the faucet; check the tank weight, if it's more than 10 Lbs, that means that the tank air pressure is down.

    By Max Water July 19, 2023

    Read More clickhere
  • blog

    Why did my filter housing(s) crack?

    There are many reasons that caused the filter housings to be cracked: the most common reasons are freezing or hitting the housing on the floor...

    By Max Water July 19, 2023

    Read More clickhere
  • blog

    Why is my membrane fouling or clogged too fast?

    Membrane fouling can significantly impair the effectiveness of filtration processes by causing particle build-up in the membrane's pores...

    By Max Water July 20, 2023

    Read More clickhere
  • blog

    Maple Syrup to Sap steps guides

    As a maple syrup producer, you can improve the efficiency and quality of your production process by using a 4040 commercial reverse osmosis...

    By Max Water July 20, 2023

    Read More clickhere
  • blog

    What Causes filter house Plastic Shrinkage / Cracking?

    Plastic shrinkage cracking almost always occurs because the surface dries too quickly before it has time to strengthen. Rapid evaporation...

    By Max Water July 20, 2023

    Read More clickhere
  • blog

    Why my RO PPM is high?

    For a newly installed system, you have to check the following, make sure that you insert/load the membrane inside the membrane...

    By Max Water July 21, 2023

    Read More clickhere
  • blog

    How do you change your whole house's pressure gauges?

    If you would like to install or exchange the old gauges with new pressure gauges, please remove all the old Teflon tape from the pressure gauges...

    By Max Water July 21, 2023

    Read More clickhere
  • blog

    I purchased a whole house filter set and installed it, but then my flow rate dropped.

    First, make sure that you install the filters in the correct flow direction (ie. if your system flow is Right to Left, make sure to install the Sediment filter...

    By Max Water July 21, 2023

    Read More clickhere
  • blog

    What’s the Difference Between POU and POE Water Filtration Systems?

    POU (Point-of-Use) and POE (Point-of-Entry) water filtration systems are two different types of water treatment systems that serve distinct...

    By Max Water July 27, 2023

    Read More clickhere
  • blog

    How do I correctly apply Teflon Tape to threading?

    For a newly installed system, you have to check the following Make sure that you insert/load the membrane inside the membrane...

    By Max Water July 27, 2023

    Read More clickhere
  • blog

    Why Sediment filter required before Iron Manganese filter.

    In most cases with Iron Content in the water, the water itself will usually contain different types of contaminants/sediments/dirt, etc. When your...

    By Max Water July 27, 2023

    Read More clickhere
  • blog

    My RO system is not producing enough water or the tank is not filling.

    It could be any of the following: Check your tank pressure Check your pre-filters quality, if the sediment filter is clogged with dirt...

    By Max Water July 27, 2023

    Read More clickhere
  • water filter vs water softener

    Water Softener vs Water Filter: Which One is Right for you?

    When it comes to ensuring the quality of your water supply, understanding the difference between...

    By Max Water May 18, 2024

    Read More clickhere
  • How to remove chlorine from tap water

    How to remove chlorine from tap water?

    Chlorine is a highly reactive chemical. Chlorine is commonly added to drinking water and swimming pools to prevent the spread of disease...

    By Max Water May 31, 2024

    Read More clickhere
  • Do You Know the Difference Between Alkaline And Purified Water?

    Do You Know the Difference Between Alkaline And Purified Water?

    Drinking water is essential, a fact that everyone knows. But are certain types of water better for you than others? The properties of water can change...

    By Max Water June 24, 2024

    Read More clickhere
  • The Effects of Hard Water on Your Hair and Skin

    The Effects of Hard Water on Your Hair and Skin

    The term “Water hardness” is a chemical parameter determined by the amount of minerals dissolved in the water, especially magnesium...

    By Max Water Aug 1, 2024

    Read More clickhere