RODI substitute?

LordJoshaeus · Nov 24, 2018

Hi everyone! I have a problem...my RODI unit needs me to remove the aerator from my kitchen sink to use it, and it is really STUCK in there. None of the wrenches I bought fit it, and we could not remove it with pliers either. Also, I discovered that some of my distilled water I have been buying from the store has a TDS above zero

may explain some of my algae problems. What can I do to produce good quality water for the saltwater tanks until I find a way to get the aerator off the sink? Can I buy RO water from the store and pass it through a zerowater filter (basically a small DI unit)? Any other ideas? Thanks

Flippers4pups · Nov 24, 2018

LordJoshaeus said:
Hi everyone! I have a problem...my RODI unit needs me to remove the aerator from my kitchen sink to use it, and it is really STUCK in there. None of the wrenches I bought fit it, and we could not remove it with pliers either. Also, I discovered that some of my distilled water I have been buying from the store has a TDS above zero may explain some of my algae problems. What can I do to produce good quality water for the saltwater tanks until I find a way to get the aerator off the sink? Can I buy RO water from the store and pass it through a zerowater filter (basically a small DI unit)? Any other ideas? Thanks

In a pinch, LFS should sell RO/DI.

Post a picture of the problem your having with your unit.

LordJoshaeus · Nov 24, 2018

It's not a problem with the unit itself...it's a problem with the sink. The aerator in the aerator faucet is stuck and won't come out, and I need to get it out if I want to use the RODI unit.

Flippers4pups · Nov 24, 2018

LordJoshaeus said:
It's not a problem with the unit itself...it's a problem with the sink. The aerator in the aerator faucet is stuck and won't come out, and I need to get it out if I want to use the RODI unit.

Okay, your attaching the RO/DI unit to the faucet. Got it.

Have you tried using pliers on the aerator?

jda · Nov 24, 2018

Look at a saddle valve for the plumbing below the sink.

WVNed · Nov 24, 2018

Get a large rubber band and wrap the aerator a few times. Then use some large pliers. It should come off. Make sure you are turning it the right way.

LordJoshaeus · Nov 24, 2018

Yep...it did not budge. It's in there good

My grandfather is coming up in December and I am hoping he will be better at removing aerators.

LordJoshaeus · Nov 24, 2018

WVNed said:
Get a large rubber band and wrap the aerator a few times. Then use some large pliers. It should come off. Make sure you are turning it the right way.

I will give this a try...thanks

WVNed · Nov 24, 2018

Something

like these are handy things to have around for all kinds of things

Doesnt have to be a rubber band. You could use a rubber jar opener or even an exercise band.

Flippers4pups · Nov 24, 2018

WVNed said:
Something

like these are handy things to have around for all kinds of things

Or a small pipe wrench. If it's going to move, it will definitely move with these options.

sharpimage · Nov 24, 2018

Locking pliers on the one that is stuck. You will damage the finish, but just get a new aerator

theMeat · Nov 24, 2018

Leave the faucet alone.

jda said:
Look at a saddle valve for the plumbing below the sink.

Saddle valve will limit amount of water/psi, and works by punching a hole into your plumbing. Which relies on a piece of rubber to keep it water tight. Cheap and easy but not a good choice. Better off putting a tee onto valve that supplies cold water to faucet. 3/8 - 3/8 - 1/4”
Plumbing supply, homecheapo, whatever

Saddle valve for waste/drain which is not under pressure is fine

https://express.google.com/product/...x-3-8-x-1-4-Lead-Free/0_6332282943202426293_0

Frtdrmrose7 · Nov 24, 2018

LordJoshaeus said:
It's not a problem with the unit itself...it's a problem with the sink. The aerator in the aerator faucet is stuck and won't come out, and I need to get it out if I want to use the RODI unit.

Get a two way junction and attach to the cold water side of your washing machine.

clipperking · Nov 24, 2018

Don't use sink use plumbing under it. But why do you want your ro under sink you don't need that ro faucet. If in house use washer hose bib and tee off placing large container to collect water with auto shutoff. That little 2-5 gallon tank that comes with ro is not enough