Mark I don't understand Merlin system but sounds like its defo round the wrong way. Your waste should be quite high. Test the water before it goes into your Di if its coming out your tap at around 350 depending on your area then it should come out after going thru your filters and membranes around between 15 - 33 before going in your Di if its lower then great. 😳👍👳🇬🇧