Can I drink the water directly which is filtered by this product? Or is it still recommended to boil the water before drinking?
308021
Technically yes, you can drink the water but still not 100% free of residues I personally used mainly to cook and for drinking water I still buy it at the grocery store
308022
If your running water thru filter...... why would you need to boil it. ..... do you live in America? ??
308023
We drink it directly from the filter and it taste great. My kids tried it first then I tried it and we are hooked.
308024
This does not stop virus or bacteria in any way, so you would still need to boil it if you are drinking unsafe water. You would need some kind of UV (ultraviolet) Light filter in order to kill live pathogens. This does stop heavy metals, prescriptions drugs and some other stuff though.
1139610
you can use filtered tap water (like from a brita) . it works better than just tap water.
2167807
I don't know about boiling water but you can put hot water directly in the glass
1157410
NO, this is boil your water sep. in nice stainless steel pot, then steep your tea in this. It's a great pot I love it and it gets used every night.
1858739
You can pour in water right off the boil. Just don't put it on a stove burner. :)
70666
I drink it straight-I'm not an expert on molecular structure but mixing it is probably not advisable. I drink a tablespoon in the morning-swishing it around in my mouth for a couple minutes then swallowing. There's no foul taste so really no need to mix it with anything. Hope this helps!
605821
In my opinion and what I have done thus far is use the filter. Notice I said filter and not filters. I have used one filter since I have owned the machine. I never change the filter and I doubt I would ever have to since it filters the freshly distilled water. Taste has not been affected and the only reason I can see for the filters is to ensure no particulates from the machinery would ever enter the water. That said, it should be impossible during the life of the machine for any particulates to break loose. These are copper pipes used for the distillation so the filters are either a money maker or just a fail safe is all. In my opinion and what I have done thus far is use the filter. Notice I said filter and not filters. I have used one filter since I have owned the machine. I never change the filter and I doubt I would ever have to since it filters the freshly distilled water. Taste has not been affected and the only reason I can see for the filters is to ensure no particulates from the machinery would ever enter the water. That said, it should be impossible during the life of the machine for any particulates to break loose. These are copper pipes used for the distillation so the filters are either a money... » Read More In my opinion and what I have done thus far is use the filter. Notice I said filter and not filters. I have used one filter since I have owned the machine. I never change the filter and I doubt I would ever have to since it filters the freshly distilled water. Taste has not been affected and the only reason I can see for the filters is to ensure no particulates from the machinery would ever enter the water. That said, it should be impossible during the life of the machine for any particulates to break loose. These are copper pipes used for the distillation so the filters are either a money maker or just a fail safe is all. « Show Less
1186414
I don't know why you need to replace the filter, but if it's because of calcium build-up as mine were, soaking it in vinegar does wonders. I'm not an expert, but I don't think you must use a filter anyway. If you feel you must use one for your water, perhaps you can use a fine mesh filter such as those for coffee makers, and hold that over your mug? I now have a reverse osmosis unit, so my pot is spotless.
1994963
I have never done this. I take it every morning with warm water. It may not be good to have it in hot water.
783524
Water boils very quickly...under 5 minutes! I ALWAYS use filtered or bottled water...I think that improves the life of the kettle.
2081856
Either distilled water or water that has been recently boiled. Of course if you boil the water then cool it down to room temp before using it. The reason for this is to ensure there are no microbes or pathogens in the water.
545073
Yes, its a very fine mist though. You're not suppose to use filtered or distilled water. If I accidentally use filtered water I can't see anything.
808213
I put it in my coffee pot before I brew it. If I put too much it leaves some behind. I don't mind though it tastes good and is good for you. I have never tried plain water.
1864983
yes to both questions - can use distilled water & not use direct water hook up
111962
I've had my machine for two years, so it's been a while since I read the booklet, but I thought this was covered there. From personal experience and Food Safety Certification class, I know *I* wouldn't drink from a pot of water that had been sitting around for hours or days unless it had been boiled and thus sterilized first.
33422
You really should boil any water first to kill any pathogens. There are brain-eating amoeba (Naegleria fowleri) that live in tap and bottled water.
605823
In my opinion and what I have done thus far is use the filter. Notice I said filter and not filters. I have used one filter since I have owned the machine. I never change the filter and I doubt I would ever have to since it filters the freshly distilled water. Taste has not been affected and the only reason I can see for the filters is to ensure no particulates from the machinery would ever enter the water. That said, it should be impossible during the life of the machine for any particulates to break loose. These are copper pipes used for the distillation so the filters are either a money maker or just a fail safe is all.