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What causes white particles to appear in CB Tech water when it is frozen or boiled?
Because the CB-VOC does not reduce any natural minerals present in water, these
minerals may solidify when the water is frozen and appear as white flakes or specks
when the water is melted or boiled.
Many natural minerals in water are beneficial to your health, and their existence in
drinking water (in normal quantities) is not cause for alarm. Minerals can be removed
by reverse osmosis technology, which is available through the CB Tech AquaRO
Drinking Water System.
Why does the CB Tech system reduce Volatile Organic Chemicals, but not
natural minerals?
Minerals are dissolved in solution and do not have an actual physical size; thus, the
minerals pass through the system unfiltered.
Should sediment be removed with a standard filter first?
In areas with excessive sedimentation, pre-filtration can help extend the operational
efficiency of the CB Tech filter; however, in most areas it is unnecessary.
CB Tech Drinking Water Systems utilize a double-filter mechanic. The outer material is
a pre-filter that protects the solid carbon block from prematurely clogging with large
sediment.
Why is the compressed solid carbon block filter more efficient than (loose) granular
activated carbon filters?
CB Tech’s densely compacted solid carbon block filters force water through
microscopic pores of carbon – much smaller than those of granular activated
carbon – thus more effectively reducing particulate matter and contaminants that
affect the quality, taste, and odor of the water.
What is the difference between a “water softener” and a CB Tech Drinking Water
System?
Water softeners are not designed to treat drinking water for contaminants; instead,
they are designed to adjust the hardness (mineral content) of the water. CB Tech
systems do not remove dissolved minerals from the water, because natural minerals
often found in water are considered beneficial to good health.
Soft water is often desirable for bathing and laundering purposes, and may extend
the life of hot water heaters and boilers. However, soft water is not recommended for
use on plants or lawns. CB Tech recommends that you bypass a water softener when
installing your CB Tech Drinking Water System.
Can the CB Tech Drinking Water System be used with untreated water?
CB Tech systems are designed to be used with municipally treated water; they are
not intended to be used where the water is microbiologically unsafe or with water
of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the unit. Systems
certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected waters that may contain
filterable cysts. To disinfect questionable source water, add 1/4 tsp of household
bleach per gallon of source water; the CB Tech system will remove this solution from
the water during the filtering process.
