When using a pump with this specific item to filter tinctures, is all sediment removed?? I cant seem to find a good method to remove all the sediment
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If the sediment is composed of particles large enough to be stopped by the filter paper yes. If not then you might look into other filter mediums like activated carbon.
1097757
That's what the directions say, and we happen to have a nozzel in the kitchen for filtered water, but once when I forgot and used regular it was fine. I think it's just suggested because if you have particularly hard water, the minerals would build up in the unit, and be difficult to clean.
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Alex,I installed the pre-filter. Unfortunately it didn't solve the problem and even with the pre-filter the main filters clogged up in about three weeks. I live in NYC and our water is consistently rated very highly. I've never heard that it is high in sediments. I was happy with the old filters for a few years and was on the Water for Life program. After my recent experiences I cancelled WFL and am searching for a non-Aquasana replacement system.
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If you use the smaller attachment you can simply hook up to intake with vacuum hose and suck out the algae. I have a sand filter pump, and it works great. Do not know about the standard filters that come with the above ground intex pools.
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Don't waste time and money with the Muck Vac. The best solution I have found is using an Intex filter pump model 637R with the intake hose connected to a triangular pool brush and using an aluminum pole to push the brush around. I've debated about getting an inline filter to capture leaves and large debris so that I don't have to clean the cartridge filter as often. I used this system for 2 years and it works great. Hope this helps.
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No, there is a filtration system hooked up to it, to keep sediment from entering the pump. I used a 5 gallon bucket and leave the hose on inside the bucket. Be careful not to turn the hose on too high, as the pressure from the hose will fill the bucket faster than the shower pump will drain it
570487
It does not have a way to filter sediment. To clean it is very easy - you don't need to take it apart. just run it under warm water for a few seconds as let air dry.
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There's a video on YouTube from Pioneer showing you how to take apart the pump to clean it. I haven't tried this yet but it looks pretty do-able. Before finding this video today, I've always just rinsed the pump and cleaned the exterior with a brush every time I changed the filter (once a month). Here's a link to the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TYyTFv_u3Sw
370773
My filtering out the chorine, it definitely softens as well though I don't know if it claims to do that. We still use a water softener for the mineral issue.
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It doesn't remove all the minerals, but it is much softer then most water. I think it will take much longer time for humidifier to build up as I have the same problem with my tea pot - residue. It took much longer time for the residue to be seen then with other water.
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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.
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I have a canister pump/filter with an in-line UV sterilizer and use peat in a filter bag to keep the granules out of the impeller and sterilizer housing, no issues since I've started using it(about 6 months). As long as you use a medium bag you should have no problems. Just for reference the granule sizes are ~2-7mm in diameter
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How do you judge effectiveness of a filter? I have a very healthy 55 gallon saltwater set up but this filter is only a part of my filtration. I wish they offered a larger one. I am certain this contributes to the success of my aquarium. The filter cartridge comes apart so you can change the filter media without constantly buying new cartridges. I don't have an issue with mineral build up, I'm sure if you have any kind of a serious build up it would impact the effectiveness, how could it not?
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There are funnel type filters that say they don't need changed like the other machines you change after 4 sessions. There is a cup that collects debris and can come off. I don't use the filter because the power of suction gets diminished w it in. I will just remove entire cup when full.
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Exactly... I figured it's settled product in the tincture but it's kind of gross. I actually have not bought this product in a while because I feel it has stopped working. Disappointed. And what ARE those floaties?! :/
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Its not really a filter because it just uses the air bubbles to lift water to the charcoal canister and out the top. The charcoal canister ideally should be below the water line to promote more water flow. Your gravel ultimately becomes a biological filter as water is pulled up the tube.
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The large debris is caught by the in-line strainer/basket before your pump. Small particles are captured on your filter.