For how long can the water be kept in storage free of contamination? and How many inches tall is this container?
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The container is 35 " tall. Storage time depends on the way the water is prepared before storage. In my case I have Reverse Osmosis filtered water that I then Distill lol one gallon at a time to fill the drum after sterilizing with Food Grade Hydrogen Peroxide. To top all that off to ensure that no little buggers are growing I use MMS1 (Chlorine Dioxide) accordingly. MMS1 breaks down into a small amount of salt upon it's expiration. That sealed drum will insure purified water of a quality better than you can find in any town or grocery store or handed out in emergencies for sure. I have done a lot of research on this and you can search the clues I have left here. Another thing my Distiller is Stainless Steel Not Aluminum. After three years I plan to use the water and start the process over again.
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Get a long term water storage treatment and it can last 5 years or more if stored correctly. I believe this comes with one. It's around 3 1/2 ft tall.
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It depends on the water you are putting in it. Where I live in Utah, I do nothing to it because the city water is treated sufficiently. I just have to change it out about semi-annually. When I change it out after a year or so (or more), it still tastes great. If your water is not chlorinated from your city though, it may be different. I would check with the local water department.
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calibration solution is about 1oz and storage is very little I made up the calibration and stored it in the refrigerator for about a month then it became unstable and i got rid of it as for storage solution it was maybe 10cc and I have been using filtered water to store it in seems to be working very well...Good Luck
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I agree with the concern about storing drinking water in a plastic container of this type, not to mention the possible confusion as to whether it is gasoline. Otherwise, there is no reason that I can think of, which would prevent storing such a liquid in the container.
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I am not sure, we are no longer using and it is stored. I believe about 4 inches.
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6 1/4" ID. and the height is 10 1/4" ID Full to the brim would be about 1.3 gallons. Hope this helps.
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The packaging doesn't say how long it can be stored, but most of what I've read says about 6 months for tap water. Since this is an emergency supply, I would use this first. I have 2 55 gallon drums that comes with an additive to last up to 5 years. I change that about every 3. So, this should at least keep for 6 months, but I suspect around that time period some of the plastic taste will leach into the water... it's safe, but the taste might be off.
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I also keep some in my car, I live in Florida. They will not contaminate unless they are punctures or the seal is broken. However, if you keep the water in their or in changing temperature environments for over 4-5 years the water will go flat and somewhat stale. However still safe to drink.
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In my opinion, (college chemistry for two years) the solution is stable for a week and is fine. Just shake it and replace and evaporated water. Please feel free to correct me, anyone with more chemistry training.
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I am not sure about the first two questions...but yes, you can take the water container off to empty it completely. I wouldn't store it with water standing there anyway!
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I store mine in 5 gallon buckets with sealed lids in a cool dry place, it keeps great for 1 year as its used up by then.
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FYI: My 9 quart pail is 10-3/16" O.D. at the top and 7-5/8" O.D. at the bottom. It is 8-3/4" tall. My bucket is still rust free after two years. I use it, rinse it, let it air dry, and store it under roof.
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Should be fine for a month for drinking etc. Use for cooking maybe a little longer. Use for flushing until it is gone. If you are looking for long term storage of water you need to consider other methods of storage and different containers that would provide you quality water for longer periods of time, barrels, bricks, bottles, or five gallon jugs.
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Depending on the plant, I have large indoor palms, size 6 to 7 feet tall the water sphere would last up to a week, seven days time. Hope this helps.
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If you are trying to fit it into the box for storage I would not because it bends and deforms the edges. I put store mine in a Rubbermaid tube approximately 10 gal I think. This way if there is a little bit of water in it, it will not damage the tub can withstand water.
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I don't measure a Storage Box by Gallons!! However, it is 21"w, 15" deep & 15" high...These are approx, inside measurements. It is sturdy, best set on a sold foundation and slid, don't pick up or bottom will come off. I am happy with it, no water leaks. Doris
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Because the water is stored in a water bottle, there is no holding tank to clean like a larger unit. The area the water flows into is very small, and I've never cleaned it! I just lifted the top of the unit to inspect since you asked and it's as white and clean inside as when I got it months ago and I use it almost every night. I do only use distilled water in it though which may be why.I buy "simple truth vapor distilled water" in the 33.8 oz(1liter) size, but refill it from one gallon jugs which are inexpensive.I just pulled out the instructions and it shows to clean with included brush and to soak with a solution of "EZ Cal" (I assume this is a commercially available mineral deposit cleaner) for 30 minutes. But like I said, its like new inside.
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I leave it on the counter. I don't know why it would have to be refrigerated unless you were letting it sit for days and days. Remember, this water is highly filtered. It shouldn't have a problem with bacterial growth that sometimes occur with poorly treated municipal water. I will sometimes fill up a pitcher from the filter and put it in the refrigerator to have it ready for filling glasses at dinner. But I've been keeping mine on the counter for quite a while and haven't have any problems. Every couple of months, you have to clean the ceramic filters by giving them a gentle scrubbing. You'll know when it's time to do this because the filtration rate will really slow down. One thing I have noticed is that I don't like the taste of the water that's left below the spigot--not sure why. When the water doesn't come out of the spigot because the level is low, I don't tilt the container to get the last bit. I dump that on my house plants because it is better for them than the tap water. Our main problem is with too much chlorine in the tap water and this filter completely solves that. I don't need it as a purifier so the white ceramic filters are fine for us. We've been very happy with it.