Will this coffee maker operate without the charcoal filter? (we have filtered water on tap)
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Absolutely. It essentially sits like a tea bag in a plastic holder in the water tank. No need for either the carbon pad or the holder to be used. Btw, I am very pleased with this machine. We used water from our reverse osmosis and the coffee is very good.
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Yes, of course it will. The charcoal filter is just in case you want to have a cleaner water (free of fluoride I mean).
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I have not done it but I am sure it would. It is between the water reservoir and the thing that heats it up. I can't see how it would effect anything. BTW - It makes great coffee. Nothing like fresh ground beans.
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I use filtered water too. I guess the charcoal filter is just to filter out the water from sitting there for a while. Sometimes water that's been sitting a while, even if it's running water, can grow bacteria so the charcoal is a precaution. I'd rather be safe than sorry. I keep my charcoal filter in for 2 months before I change it out. I only have one cat. I also use the foam filter cause sometimes, my long hair magically appears inside the fountain and the foam filter actually traps it from going into the pump.
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If you do not use these you will be consuming Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) such as chlorine. VOCs turn into a gas at a lower temperature than water does, therefore if the filters are not used they will condense back into your drinking water. The filters are there to capture these VOCs in the charcoal.
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The filter only works for those coffee makers that are made for it, like my Braun coffee pot with the filter well in the bottom of the water tank. The filter is just inserted into the well. It is simply activated charcoal that filters the water and makes really good coffee. I change it every few months and it does make a difference in the coffee taste. Hope this is of help...
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Yes, I installed mine without a filter. Been running great for 10 years. Besides, I didn't think I needed a filter for boiling water.
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lizb3th, I purchased the charcoal filtering system for my household Keurig and works very well. I have not had a commercial Keurig and do not know if they work the same as household units. I would suggest contacting Keurig Customer Service.
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To the best my knowledge, I taste no charcoal or other filter flavors. You never taste water so good! You do have to maintain the dome ( scrub it with a light brush once a month) and you do have to replace the mineral filter cartridge as well as the dome at some point.
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Hi Mary - no you don't have to use the filter but I do because even pure water has minerals that can build up and clog the water inlet. This is my second one - the first lasted over 15 years. makes the best coffee - enjoy
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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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Yes, it has a charcoal filter, and it is easy to remove and replace. It requires removing two #2 Phillips head screws and a plastic cover.
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Yes. Use ours without as we're not beer making, or such, that would require filtering.
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I have not used the charcoal filter and have been able to use it just fine.
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No, there is no water filter that I am aware of, just the water reservoir. The instructions recommend using filtered water for the best taste, but we use tap water and the coffee tastes just fine. About the only problem I have noticed....and it's an annoyance, but not a deal breaker.....if I make more than a couple of cups, I have to hold the "brew" button down for a few seconds in order to make the unit start the cycle again. Other than that, nothing.
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Hello, Yes, the filter filters out nasty tap water. I have not had a bad cup of coffee with this machine. I also think the very best and probably cheaper in the long run is to only use filtered water in the first place. We have a Brita and I refill from that all the time. I do use the charcoal filters also, but, I bought them so I should use them, right. Hope this helped.
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This unit does not have a carbon filter cartridge. However, you can use a separate product like a PUR Pitcher to filter the water before filling the coffee maker. This works great and we're very happy with Waring Pro Coffee Maker.
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http://www.amazon.com/Replacement-Charcoal-Filters-Cuisinart-Machine/dp/B009UN7CX6/ref=pd_bxgy_k_text_y This is the link that appeared when looking at the DCC-500 coffee maker.
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not positive, but i think the charcoal is there less to filter the impurities from tap water and more to filter the water as it sits and gets used-like from your pets' saliva, tiny hairs, dust, etc. So it can remain fresher longer and gets less buildup. just my opinion.