Does the filter eliminate the rotten egg odor and taste?
314691
This is not a filter. It is a UV light for sterilization. That odor and taste usually comes from sulfur in the water and this would not help that.
314692
It needs to coupled with 2micron filter and then charchol filters then it will be like pure bottled water
314693
The uv lamp kills microbes that might be in the water. That may or may not affect the smell and taste. I don't have that particular problem, but I have a catchment water supply that probably needs the uv treatment.
314694
No, it just kills the micro organisms. Might try an activated carbon filter.
314695
Sterilight isn't a filter - I use a sediment filter followed by a carbon filter before the Sterilight - the carbon filter eliminates the odor and taste. Then the Sterilight used a high intensity UV light to kill any microbes that gets through the filters.
314696
Did not have a odor or taste problem. I am on a well and want to make sure I have good water.
314697
No. This only kills the things listed in there information sheet. Activated charcoal filters should eliminate the sulfur smell. You should be running at least 2 filters before the Sterilight. Filtering eliminates the particles that other wise could shield the bad stuff from a good dose of the UV rays. I run one filter with a 5 micron string cartridge and then a 1-5 micron charcoal filter at home and do the same when I install a new system.
1273624
Yea it does, the built in filter removes a lot of sediment and chlorine smell and taste.
940716
Yes. There is a filter needed and an indicator that will let you know when it needs to be replaced. I've had mine for almost 2 months and have not needed to replace the filter. It works amazing. Has completely removed the cat liter odor.
1624958
Not sure. It depends on how much 'work' the filter has to do to remove the bad parts. So far, where we live, it still is showing no change in the filter sensor.
2145015
Yes, the odor-reducing filters should have whitish splashes or blotches on one side while the regular prefilters do not. I would guess the whitish substance to be zeolite which will attract & trap unwanted particles and odors.
833549
yes it reduces chlorine taste but not enough for our taste we stopped using it shortly after buying it and now use a different filter.
1373655
Yes, it is my understanding that this filter is cleanable. I've had it less than 6 months, so haven't had to do it yet.
178740
I would highly doubt it. I have not had any experience with the rotten egg smell since I pulled apart the lower trap and disposal portion of my dishwasher and took out all of the funky old food and other funk
1485390
Yes. Gets really gross. But I leave it in the filter compartment. Doesn't smell until I take it out to toss it!
249780
No I have not notice a sweet taste after filtering my water. Look at from this angle, it is far better having sweet water than having to drink water that has the rotten egg smell/taste. If you are really that concerned about the sweet taste of the water call up or email Sawyer and get their official say on the matter or send a water sample to a public water testing facility and see what they determine is in the water that you are filtering. That's about all I can say on the matter. Good Luck.
1619820
Yes, depending on the filter that you use. The filter that came with this housing reduced but did not eliminate the smell. I now use a Culligan level 4 fine sediment filter, which removed the surfer order. With my well I need to change it every month, but your results will vary.
1225954
No not that I know of. I had it installed by a professional but I didn't see any filter.
399079
I never use the filters and it doesn't cause a problem. I change the water daily so there's no issue with odor or smell. I disassemble and clean the device about every two weeks.
18677
It's too big for a sink. Don't know about eliminating odors but it does have charcoal in the filter.
1066116
It comes with the filter. I replaced it after about 8 - 9 months. Works great - no odor at all. DM
1194342
Interesting question. We don't have any unpleasant odor with ours. Perhaps you have ferrous iron in your water. One cause of the rotten egg smell is from dissolved hydrogen sulfides in the raw water (H2S). This is often found in waters with high iron content and a low PH. and that can create an unpleasant odor. We have well water and also a water softener that removes some of the iron and minerals but we've not had a problem with odor. Good Luck.
664166
Sorry, I can't help with this. I returned the item due to poor performance and didn't have it long enough to have to clean the filter. Good luck.