Can I use these to see if my water filter is filtering chlorine (drinking water)?
238449
These test strips are for chlorinated pools. Drinking water has a much lower chlorine level, even before filtering. I'd check something for use in an aquarium where the desired level of chlorine is zero
238450
isn't the best way to test that to test the already filtered water afterwards?
238451
That's really not the purpose of these. You might want to check aquacheck's website.
93528
I can't say for sure. Are the particles black? If so, they could be particles of carbon from the filter. If that's the case, and if you have run water through the filter before using it, the filter may well be defective. I haven't personally encountered this problem.
178882
The filters are designed to remove particulate matter and bacteria.They are not designed to desalinize water.
1410153
I would say yes BUT you should wash them out and only use them maybe 1 or 2 time more and then just buy filters. Try one out and see.
355186
Depends which filters are in use...also whether you are adding tap water, or pond water...
2042092
Not really. It's most useful for chlorine levels that are in the goal range for a pool. It does give a rough estimate of PH and CYA (a pool thing) content. Doesn't test for bacteria etc, and not even that precise at what it does measure.
1651515
Yes it will remove the chlorine and other contaminants from water so your water will have no taste the way it should be.
1812310
i have only used them for testing drinking water and they do not work. the ph level does not change colors. you should go to a home depot type store and get a soil testing kit from their garden department. i should have returned this product but since i forgot too now it's wasted money.
1512091
Kdf gac will filter hot water as used in shower filters but it will reduce life of the filter. I suggest buying a chlorine test kit from home depot with OTO to check it
1521587
You will probably want to inquire from the manufacture if Chloramine is filtered. I had our water chemically tested and that's not something that was found in our water. I installed the filter last April and so far it's performing very well.
2078586
I believe they will: But due diligence tells you to note the dimensions of these filters first, measuring across the bottom of both the unit and the filter and then making your decision. Now my unsolicited opinion regarding these filters are that they filter very very well and briskly, but they DO NOT FILTER OUT PESTICIDES AND FLUORIDE? I have trouble knowing model numbers and what they may filter. I needed to purchase the 9 inch tall filters as they in fact filtered superbly! I made my own filtration unit using stainless steel stock pots, drilling holes and found a spigot drilled a hole for that and have been thrilled ever since! Good luck, but since Big Berkey got your money: Call them! I believe they will: But due diligence tells you to note the dimensions of these filters first, measuring across the bottom of both the unit and the filter and then making your decision. Now my unsolicited opinion regarding these filters are that they filter very very well and briskly, but they DO NOT FILTER OUT PESTICIDES AND FLUORIDE? I have trouble knowing model numbers and what they may filter. I needed to purchase the 9 inch tall filters as they in fact filtered superbly! I made my own filtration unit using stainless steel stock pots, drilling holes and found a spigot drilled a hole... » Read More I believe they will: But due diligence tells you to note the dimensions of these filters first, measuring across the bottom of both the unit and the filter and then making your decision. Now my unsolicited opinion regarding these filters are that they filter very very well and briskly, but they DO NOT FILTER OUT PESTICIDES AND FLUORIDE? I have trouble knowing model numbers and what they may filter. I needed to purchase the 9 inch tall filters as they in fact filtered superbly! I made my own filtration unit using stainless steel stock pots, drilling holes and found a spigot drilled a hole for that and have been thrilled ever since! Good luck, but since Big Berkey got your money: Call them! « Show Less
505274
I use it to remove fluoride and chlorine. Some contaminants are particles that are too small for this filter to remove.
1624205
I recommend the manufacturer filters and I think they offer several options. I use the carbon filter to knock out the chlorine primarily
1187979
I don't know. I stopped using them a long time ago and just use my own filtered water.
242886
Yes on the chlorine, and maybe on the fluoride. They actually say they are not certified for fluoride, but if the tester reads 000 then it has removed the fluoride as well.I have to say this is the best filter we have ever used and when I first bought the pitcher, we lived in a city with really nasty and heavily chlorinated water. Even my dog would get diarrhea when he drank the city water. After filtering with this system it was clear and tasteless! And mine always last way more than 2 weeks!!
2167665
No they are not, they are made out of very thin paper, not great. Ok, If you can't find the original filters, Good luck on your quest :)
2214707
Yes, you can. If you like the taste of the water from your refrigerator, go for it! These filters are optional.