Not sure if anyone else has this issue but every time I set up a drip for my auto top off using a 30 gallon garbage can the drip stops after a couple of days. It seems that the knot i make to adjust the speed of the dip gets too tight. Anyone have a solution other than buying an ATO system with a pump? Is there a way to use that drip adjuster that comes with the Kent Kalwasser doser?
Auto top off Drip Method
- Thread starter topmav1
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honestly, that kind of ATO system (IMHO) isn't the best, most reliable way. Think if something happened and the knot loosened or there was a back siphon created some way.
I would just look at an inexpensive ATO from autotopoff.com or something similar. I've heard nothing but great things about their dual switch model.
I would just look at an inexpensive ATO from autotopoff.com or something similar. I've heard nothing but great things about their dual switch model.
- Location
- Flushing, NY
what I do is just use a float valve and put it in my sump. You can just open the knot all the way open and put a float valve at the output to wherever you're dripping it
- Location
- Long Island
ming said:
I was considering doing the same thing. But making sure the line coming from the r/o container isn't too low down in the container just in case the float gets hung up. I'm thinking around 12" down from the waterline in the 32 brute pail?
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I have used the drip method for almost 6 years, currently on 3 systems, all you need is the plastic air line valves, which allow 'infinite' adjustment and flow!
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I think thats exactly what I was looking for. thanks!
YOU'RE WELCOME...they work great, never a problem, may have to be cleaned if you're using kalk water. I also use them for drip-acclimation
http://www.lnt.com/product/air-line-tubing-valves/46315/lees-airline-valve-control-kit.html
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