Hi,
I have a Kent Marine model.
Not sure about the bacteria thing. Maybe true since the chlorine has been removed. Not a concern I guess as long as we're not drinking it. As for the fishes, don't know leh.
I only run my RO when I need to make salt water or just keep some as fresh top up water. In between when I have no need for it I will just run it for a minute or 2 every alternate day to prevent the membrane from drying out.
The thing with RO is that the purified water is only a small fraction compared to the "dirty" water (which I collect for other washings) it discharges.
Take note of the following: -
When operating the unit for the 1st time, remove the deionizer cartridge & store it in an air tight container to prevent the resin from drying out. Then run and discard the 1st 10 - 12 gallons of the product water. This is to flush the membrane of its protective fluid. Quite siong! You may need to run it continuously for abt 10 days before the membrane is completely hydrated, at which point, you will get the max. output of RO water. After that reinstall the deionizer cartridge and your unit is ready.
Once hydrated, NEVER LET THE MEMBRANE DRY OUT. When it dries, it is no longer able to purify the water and would need to be replaced. You may keep it wet by running it for 1 to 2 minutes every alternate day or keep the output tubing above the membrane housing to prevent draining. If the unit is not used for more than a month, remove the membrane & store it in a plastic, air tight bag with 2 tablespoons of RO water and placed it in a refrigerator to prolong its life span. DO NOT let the membrane freeze though.
Good luck