Rodi set up equipment

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I want to check that this is all the equipment that I need to get started.

We live in a city on the edge of Seattle and our water generally comes from local reservoirs. Our tank is 64 gallons total volume. We don't have a sink in our garage... Has anyone had luck setting this up with their water hose? Any issues with the pressure from the hose with the RODI unit? Our sink and laundry are in another room..

I have a rectangle stock tank in the garage that probably holds 30-35 gallons.
I'm looking at this RODI system.

4 Stage Value 75GPD RO/DI System

BRS 4 Stage Systems are perfect for reefers who have water treated with chlorine or relatively clean well water. The 4 stage systems are self-contained on a single bracket making them ideal for tight spaces or where a non-permanent connection may be required. Installing a RO/DI system only takes...

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I think I need these additional parts. The float to keep the RODI from overfilling the stock tank, the ball valve and T-connector to create a flush between the RO and DI?

Mur-lok RO Tee Union Push Connect

Mur-lok RO fittings are the only RO fittings that feature dual EPDM O-rings to ensure a straight leak free fit. These high quality American made fittings are constructed with FDA approved materials. Polypropylene construction NSF Standard 58 Certified Sizes Available: Tee Union 1/4" Push...

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Mur-lok RO Inline Ball Valve Push Connect

Why does BRS recommend this? Mur-lok ball valves are some of the highest quality ball valves for push connect style tubing on the market. With high quality parts, smoother operation, and dual O-rings they will give you a lifetime of leak free operation. Mur-lok RO fittings are the only reverse...

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Reverse Osmosis Adjustable Float Valve

Why does BRS recommend this? Float valves are simple to install and can save a lot of water from ending up on the floor. They can be installed in containers as small 1 gallon pails, sumps, and 200 plus gallon commercial storage containers to shut off the flow of water. Even if you do not have a...

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Is there any other equipment or plumbing I'm not considering?

This is my first time working with this equipment, any advice is very welcome!
Thank you!

 

[Peace River]

How far away is the closest water source (laundry, utility sink, etc.)? Can you run the RODI water line (either temporarily or permanently) from that location? For my system I was able to tap into a water line as one of my upgrades. I started out with a very basic system and have upgraded over time to a water mixing station that is comparable to what would be in a small LFS.

You may find the following thread interesting:

Let’s Mix it Up! Designing and Using a Water Mixing Station

Let’s Mix it Up! Designing and Using a Water Mixing Station Let’s Mix it Up! There is one undeniable fact in this hobby – WE ALL NEED WATER! In fact, two types of water. Clean fresh water (FW) run through a quality RODI system and the obvious saltwater (SW). Secondly, we all know what a...

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[Afkomjorgen]

How far away is the closest water source (laundry, utility sink, etc.)? Can you run the RODI water line (either temporarily or permanently) from that location? For my system I was able to tap into a water line as one of my upgrades. I started out with a very basic system and have upgraded over time to a water mixing station that is comparable to what would be in a small LFS.

You may find the following thread interesting:

Let’s Mix it Up! Designing and Using a Water Mixing Station

Let’s Mix it Up! Designing and Using a Water Mixing Station Let’s Mix it Up! There is one undeniable fact in this hobby – WE ALL NEED WATER! In fact, two types of water. Clean fresh water (FW) run through a quality RODI system and the obvious saltwater (SW). Secondly, we all know what a...

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Thank you! I’ll check out that link.

laundry room is across a hallway with a utility sink in the same room.
there is a water heater in the garage, is that usable?

 

[Peace River]

The water heater should be fed by a cold water supply (obviously you don't want to tap into the hot water line). It is a good idea to always check with a plumber and consider hiring a plumber for the work. One option could be to add a PVC T fitting to a cold water line with a PVC shutoff on the offshoot from the T followed by a fitting to reduce the new side water line to a John Gauss/Shark Byte-style quick disconnect where the RODI line could be connected. The RODI line would then head to your RODI system with recommended push connect shutoff right before your RODI and another one before your RODI container. There are likely many ways to configure this setup and this is not intend to be the only way.