Purity of drinking water is an important point. Reverse osmosis filters ATOLL - systems that provide the highest possible water purification due to multi-stage technology in which the principle of membrane processing is involved. This is the best method, therefore this product is widely demanded, including in our country.

Device and features

The main principle of reverse osmosis is the difference of pressures arising from both sides of the membrane (the main filter made of polyamide or cellulose acetate). This is a special cellular material with numerous pores, half-fiber or rolled. As a result of passing through it, the liquid is cleaned by 99, 9% of various unwanted impurities.

The membrane is very thin, but it consists of two layers with different density.Actually, this is a feature of ATOLL water filters.

The water treatment process itself is as follows:

• first, water passes through three prefilters, in which mechanically cleaned from the largest particles;
• it then enters the carbon filter, where many organic substances and chlorine compounds are getting rid;
• then repeated mechanical cleaning from the smallest fractions by dropping path;
• finally, the liquid reaches a membrane filter and is processed at the level of pressure molecules;
• at the same time, the water is divided: the net is sent to the accumulative reservoir, the rest is in drainage;
• the last stage of processing includes a doctor activated carbon.

Due to such a multi-level procedure, the fluid is obtained purified from hazardous bacteria and viruses, salts of heavy metals dissolved salts. Such water can be called drinking. It does not have odors, it has a pleasant taste, it can be used even to small children.

Advantages and disadvantages

This product is certified, has a warranty period (membrane is intended for operation for 3-5 years).

• obtaining extremely purified water enriched with oxygen and having high flavors;
• simple installation and repair (for this there is no need to apply sweater tools, and the connection with the help of tubes of different colors makes this process intuitive);
• pleasant design of models suitable for any interior;
• high quality components manufactured by a well-known manufacturer Pentek;
• the ability to acquire the necessary interchangeable details.

Cons devices concern not only atoll filters, but also similar devices using reverse osmosis:

• pretty slow generation of clean water with average performance;
• the possibility of using only the prepared water (will have to get a simple mechanical filtering device);
• high water consumption (when cleansing up to 70-75% of fluid is discarded);
• since the outlet water is cleared to such an extent that it does not have the necessary minerals, the user will also have to buy a special device capable of restoring the useful composition of water.

Despite these flaws and considerable cost, ATOLL products are highly appreciated by experts and is very popular.

Review models

The filtering equipment can be selected taking into account performance, depending on the needs in a certain amount of water, as well as based on the conditions of different pressure present in the plumbing system.

• ATOLL A-550 "Patriot" - A small compact model mounted under the sink. The feature of the device is fixation with the help of special clips. The equipment has a capacity of 120 liters of water per day. Operating temperature - from +4 to + 38 ° C, pressure - 2.8-6 atmospheres.
• ATOLL A-575P STD - Modern device suitable for apartment or private house. Works at low pressure in the plumbing (2.8 and lower). Thanks to the pump, this model increases waterproof and increases productivity up to 195 l per day.

• A-450 STD - The most popular modification with a capacity of 10 liters of fluid per hour. Of the advantages there are excellent assembly, durable plastic cartridges, fastening filters on a metal plate and high quality osmotic membrane produced in the United States.
• Atoll A-560E.This system has high performance (up to 260 liters of water per day). It can be used for large families, and also suitable for offices, cafes and other public institutions. The cumulative reservoir spares up to 8 liters of fluid. The model is equipped with an increased pressure pump, a ceramic drinking tap, built-in membrane. The device can be purchased both in the assembled form and a set of elements.

At low pressure in the plumbing pipes, modifications should be selected with the index "P", as they are equipped with a special pump.

System connection circuit

Installation of the device, if you act according to the instructions, can be implemented on your own.

In a set of filtering device, there is everything you need to do this:

• device itself with a block of replacement consumables;
• locking device for supplying liquid;
• special plastic key;
• tee;
• plastic pipes;
• mixer (for clean water);
• fasteners.

Before working, it is important to check whether the length of the pipes is enough to connect the system.

The installation process itself includes the following steps:

• at an angle of 90 degrees, cutting the tube, preventing the flow;
• then the tube is immersed in the connector of several millimeters, so that it is tightly compressed by its ring;
• so that the disconnection does not occur, the bracket is installed;
• the mixer of the purified liquid is cut into the sink;
• connect cold water supply at a temperature of +38 degrees;
• after its overlap, the mixer opens, so the pressure is reset;
• if water continues to drip, carry out the overall overlap in the room or in the entire building;
• the liquid supply assembly is assembled, connecting a tee with a crane (make it carefully, otherwise you can damage the thread);
• at this stage it is important to make sure the maximum density of the spanning gasket;
• the feed block is mounted in a liner, after which the mixer is connected to the filtering device.

As a rule, the first flask during the assembly is already installed, so the rest is installed.To do this, the container is spinning using a plastic key (to twist it by hand). It remains to open the flow of fluid and the mixer for purified water. If the leaks are not detected, the crane is closed.

Works are recommended to be carried out in rubber gloves to prevent infection in equipment. Several days after installation monitor the presence of leaks. Initially, water will have a milk shade due to the presence of air bubbles, but this should not be a reason for the experience, after a while the liquid will acquire its natural color.

Replacing filters

Unfortunately, the periodic replacement of some elements will not be avoided, but it does not represent any particular difficulties.

To do this, make the following actions:

• to begin with, it is necessary to disconnect the device under the sink, after making the overlap;
• then, by means of a plastic key, the lower container is unscrewed, it should be emptied and rinsed;
• the seal must be lubricating silicone paste incoming equipment;
• the new consumator is mounted in the container that is installed back;
• so consistently connected all the device.

After turning on the feed, it is important to carefully check the system for leakage.

Replacing items should be replaced with a certain frequency:

• coal cleaner - once every six months;
• mechanical sump - every 60-90 days;
• polypropylene - every 6 months;
• membrane filter - every 24 months;
• coal ionizing layer - every 12 months.

If you regularly optimize the system, the device can be used for many years.

Equipment malfunctions

Systems in the system can occur for various reasons.

Several major faults can be distinguished.

1. Leaks. The reason can be the fact that the pipes are cut irrigated, there is no tightness, there are pressure drops or a thread is not fully tightened.
2. Water flows into drainage. This is possible when the shut-off valve is faults, clogging by replaceable parts, fault damage or low pressure.
3. Insufficient amount of water in the accumulative tank. This situation may be observed at the beginning of the device. So that the tank is filled, must pass at least 1.5 hours. Also, the cause of the membrane, other filters or high pressure in the tank may be the cause.
4. Small productivity. This is due to ground tubes, low pressure at the inlet, clogging of the membrane and other cartridges, too cold water.

Another common problem is an unpleasant taste and smell of water. This happens connected with clogging of filters or improperly connected tubes. Noise occurs due to high inlet pressure or drainage break. If the pump is not turned off, you need to adjust the high pressure regulator or find out why there is not enough water in the reservoir.

Tsugunov Anton Valerevich

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According to the degree of water purification, the system that uses the principle of reverse osmosis is considered the best. Despite the considerable cost, it can often be found in modern apartments. Like other filtering devices, it requires periodic replacement of cleansing elements. Many owners call the masters, without suspecting that the replacement of cartridges in the reverse osmosis filter can be performed independently, without high time and strength.

What will required for replacement?

The list of necessary devices is small:

• A set of new cartridges suitable for the cleaning system model installed in the apartment.
• Plastic keys to unscrew the flask filters included in the device kit. You can do without them, but then the replacement must be performed together.
• Tazik and rag - to prevent the formation of puddles and leaks due to the water spilled out of the water system.
• Silicone lubricant - to process seals.

A new set of filters must be installed in the same way as old. In order not to confuse anything, it is better to pre-fix the position of each part to the mobile phone camera before you remove it. This will significantly simplify the replacement of replaceable cartridges: it will not be necessary to painfully remember how one or another item was installed.

Disassembly and cleaning device

Procedure Next:

• In place of connecting the filter to the water pipeline, a crane is usually installed. It must be overlap to stop the flow of water into the device. If the valve is missing, it will have to completely overlap the flow of cold water in the apartment.
• So that the pressure in the system does not interfere with the unscrewing cassettes with filters, water is descended from it: open the valve and leave in this position. Fully liquid can go about five minutes.
• To prevent leakage, we substitute a basin under the filter, if it is too large - for the splash flask. A rag, which will need to quickly collect water spilled from the flask will be suitable for extreme.

Filter replacement frequency of different models of cleaning systems

Each manufacturer indicates the operating time of the elements of its filtering system. In case these data are lost, we give recommendations for the most common models.

HELPFUL INFORMATION: Connecting a water filter for water supply: installation order

For the reverse osmosis system, Aquaphor OSMO-50 modules EFG63-250-20C and EFG63-250-5C will be replaced after 3 months, B510-03 - after 6 months. The coal filter will serve the year, the membrane replacement is provided after 1.5-2 years.

In the filter, the barrier K OSMOS cartridges change once every six months, the membrane is designed for 3-4 years of operation. The same periods of replacement of the working elements are also provided for the reverse osmosis system Geyser Prestige 2.

The manufacturers of the ATOLL A-450M STD Compact series created a detailed filter change algorithm:

Received the first American company "Atoll" very first on the market. Filters "Atoll" for water operate at the molecular level. For more than 20 years, this company works in the Russian market. In Russia, this company organized on the release of such filters.

Such products may be the following categories:

• household;
• trunk;
• industrial.

Some products can mitigate

Quality filters

Filter for water "Atoll" is the most reliable in our market. To achieve excellent product quality, several methods are used:

1. Accessories for these goods are purchased only from proven and reliable suppliers. Multistage tests pass all the details entering the conveyor.
2. In such an enterprise there is no selective quality control check. Products coming from the conveyor are tested for tightness.

High water quality

Excellent water quality can be checked by special devices or order an independent examination that will help learn all the advantages of such filters.

The filters "Atoll" are made according to the most innovative technologies, so water coming out of them is sufficiently high quality. This parameter is achieved as follows:

• all parts of the filters are created by manufacturers with great experience in world market and brought to perfect cleansing technologies;
• they do not have artificially created compositions, and the products work with the water that goes out of the tap.

The classic, tested by time and people, is present in each technological process. Each person can easily understand the principle of such goods. The best specialists in the industry worked on the design of these filters. Filter for water "Atoll" is enough to use and install.

Design of filters "Atoll"

Many modern people prefer to buy a filter "Atoll". The instruction that is attached to each product fully describes the entire design.

Its features are:

1. All filter connections are quick-release. This design contributes to the rapid disconnection and connection of the device, which allows not to use additional tools. The service service becomes comfortable.
2. Connecting tubes of different colors, allowing attaching the "Atoll" filters without errors. Inside the box there is a passport of the product in which it is described in detail how to mount the water purification system.
3. Cartridges that are replaceable filtering elements are known all over the world. It helps to acquire such products anywhere in the world, with the purchase of interchangeable cartridges there will be no problems. Each replaceable element must be selected based on the characteristics of the water.
4. For the convenience of users, a compatibility table is attached, as well as instructions for replacing the used cartridges. Thanks to the table, you can easily find the desired item and replace it.

Original design

This product has a strict classic design. In colorful packaging there is a crane with elegant lines. By choosing this product, you will not regret, as you get a really high-quality product.

Connecting this product

Connecting the "Atoll" filter can be done by itself, but if it is not for you, contact the service centers that work with these goods. Included these filters there is a crane through which the purified water is already. It is embedded in a worktop or washing and used on economic purposes regardless of the total water flow.

The entire filtration system is placed under the sink. Multicolored tubes make it possible to install such a system without much difficulty. There are 12 liters with a cumulative tank volume. Sometimes there is a situation where the consumption of pure water increases. With such a situation, clean water is used from this drive.

No need to look for a familiar plumbing, which will help you to attach or repair them. Service centers for servicing these filters will help not only install them, but also perform the repair of this filter process.

Replacing cartridges in ATOLL drinking filters.

The cost of replacing cartridges in the reverse osmosis filter. Repair filters atoll.

Selection of cartridges required for replacement in the kitchen drinking filter.

If you have ATOLL A-445, A-450 / A-460

• Since the installation 6 months passed. You need to replace the cartridges in the two lower flasks (prefilters) and the cardridge, from the top. The cost of cartridges 1300. rubles.
• If from the installation it took 2 years. It's time to replace all four filters (including membrane). The cost of cartridges will be 3550 rubles. Discount on a complete set -10% (3200 rubles)

If you have ATOLL A-550 / A-560

• Since the installation 6 months passed. It is necessary to replace the filters in the three lower flasks (prefilters) and the tongue cartridge. The cost of interchangeable elements will be 1400 rubles.
• If passed two years. It's time to replace all filter elements. The cost of the kit will be 3650 rubles.

Discount on a complete set -10% (3300 rubles)

Works by replace cartridges Atoll in reverse osmosis filters (ATOLL A-450, Atoll A-560) in any modifications 1100 rubles ( within the Moscow Ring Road. ) We use only original ATOLL cartridges.

Works on the diagnosis of faults and repair In ATOLL filters of any modifications 1100 rubles Plus the cost of replaced parts.

Works by installation of drinking filter In the kitchen under the sink, including the installation of a standard drinking crane for a washing or countertop 1500 rubles

We carry out the repair and replacement of cartridges in similar filters with SL-10 Standard flasks (geyser, barrier, etc.)

In flow filters (which without accumulative tank), cartridges are installed, not functionally not as in osmotic systems. The cost of cartridges will depend on the filter model. Work on the replacement of 1,100 rubles in the Povages of the Moscow Ring Road.

The most expensive element in the kit, when replacing filters, in the installation of the reverse osmosis is a membrane. The manufacturer recommends changing the membrane once every two years. It is possible to estimate the degree of membrane performance by the device, TDS meter. If the mineralization of water at the outlet is more than 10-15% of the mineralization of the source water - the membrane requires replacement. The last time the filters began to set the cranes with the built-in light indicator. If the control light caught fire up with a red light, it's time to replace the filter elements.

When replacing the full set discount on cartridges -10%

When replacing the full set discount on cartridges -10%

If you have a filter installed ATOLL in a single case (ATOLL A-575CMB, A-550 Sailboat, Atoll A-575 Box Max) The cost of filters (prefilters + postfilter) will be 1900 rubles. The recommended period of replacement is 6 months. According to the instructions, the membrane replacement should be made once every two years. The cost of the membrane TW30 1812-75 is 2650 rubles. Used in installations, in the title of which there is a number 75 (for example and 575). The cost of the membrane TW30 1812-50 2250 rubles. Used in filters, in the title of which there is a digit 50 (for example A-550).

The reverse osmosis filter is put in the latter in the filter chain and provides final water purification from the most difficult pollution. Filter cartridge elements are preliminary and final phases. For the main cleaning, a membrane with microscopic through holes is used. The effectiveness of the membrane is enough to say that it passes the water molecules, but delays bacteria and viruses, and, of course, larger pollution. At the outlet of the osmotic filter, you get absolutely clean drinking water.

Depending on the model, there may be a different number of cartridge filtering elements and membranes. The most common variants of reverse osmosis filters contain 3-4 cartridge elements and one membrane. In the model without a cumulative tank can be 2 or 3 membranes. Cartridge elements provide pre-purification of water to protect the membrane from damage to solid particles and sediments.

The design of the reverse osmosis filter is quite simple and admits not only an independent replacement of cartridges and membranes, but also installation of the product. With proper connection and operation, the reverse osmosis filter does not require frequent maintenance. However, over time, the effectiveness of any filter falls and the need for cleaning work appears.

Membrane contamination is the reverse side of its high efficiency. Separated pollution particles delayed on the surface of the membrane, scoring microscopic holes. For efficient operation of the water treatment system, periodic cleaning or replacement of reverse osmosis filters is required.

To reduce the degree of contamination of the membrane, it is recommended to use pre-water preparation filters. In the five-speed atoll A-560 filter before the membrane, there are three cartridge filtering elements that are sequentially removing from water: solid particles in size 15-30 μm, organic and chlorine compounds, particles with a diameter of 1-5 microns. Preliminary cleaning prolongs the service life of the membrane and increases its mechanical safety. The replacement of the atoll filters is made by the specialists of the Unified Service of Bikes. The replacement kit includes a membrane and four cartridge elements. Filter cartridges are changed at a frequency of 1 time in half a year / year, membrane - 1 time in two years. Another schedule for replacing the filter elements is possible.

To restore the filter properties of the membrane, washing with clean water under pressure, as well as acid or alkaline reagents. The selection of the reagent depends not only on the type of membrane, but also on the nature of pollution. Acid reagents are used to remove inorganic mineral sediments, alkaline - to remove organic contaminants and oils. Before conducting cleaning procedures using acid reagents, make sure that the parts and materials of the filter are resistant to the corrosion exposure to the acidic environment.

With the rarely use of the sewage treatment equipment, the bacteria colonies, the membranes ragged on the wet surface, are actively developing and can worsen its operation by blocking the holes. The disinfection of the reverse osmosis filter is carried out using alkaline reagents. Circulation flushing or membrane shutter speed is used as a cleaning method. In addition to microbiological pollution, the holes in the membrane can be clogged by ultra-thin colloid stigs.

Conducting measures for installation, replacement and cleaning of the osmotic filter quickly and efficiently perform specialists of the BIX single service service. To ensure long and efficient operation of the water treatment system, enter into a maintenance contract.