As a user of a service DI water system, what data should I collect?
Whether you are considering a new vendor, a new installation or trouble shooting your current system, its important to have the following information on hand: • Keep a log of the incoming TDS Why? Weather can affect the quality of the water being treated. If the TDS (total dissolved solids) in the water goes down fewer tanks may be used. If the TDS goes up, more tanks may be used. If the TDS hasnt changed and more tanks are being used, talk to your vendor, as there may be a problem. Some Reasons for More Tanks: • Snow and ice – the local department of transportation or municipality is putting brine or salt on one the roads. As snow and ice melt, the salt runoff enters the water sources and causes the TDS to increase. • Drought During periods of little rain the water sources are evaporating, and reservoirs are low, which causes the ratio of total dissolved solids to increase. Some Reasons for Fewer Tanks: • Rain During periods of increased rain, the reservoirs, rivers, streams and lakes
