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Q: Does reverse osmosis remove bacteria? Cryptosporidium? Viruses?
Reverse osmosis membranes will virtually eliminate most chemicals, bacteria, viruses and
parasites such as Cryptosporidium from the water. Where these conditions exist, pre-filters and
other system components located before the membrane will become contaminated from
exposure to them. Cross contamination of the entire system may occur when the membrane or
filters are changed or disturbed. It is recommended to clean and sanitize your system including
kitchen faucet at least once per year or every time you do a filter change.
Make sure that you
carefully follow the maintenance instructions provided.
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THIS REVERSE OSMOSIS WATER SYSTEM IS DESIGNED ONLY TO IMPROVE
AESTHETIC PROPERTIES AND IS NOT DESIGNED TO ACT AS A PRIMARY BARRIER TO
WATERBORNE MICROBIOLOGICAL OR TOXIC CHEMICAL CONTAMINATION. WHERE
THESE CONDITIONS MAY EXIST CONSULT A WATER PROFESSIONAL TO ENSURE
SUFFICIENT RAW WATER PRE-TREATMENT AND DISINFECTION.
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WATERITE RO SYSTEMS ARE TO BE OPERATED ONLY WITH A SAFE, CHLORINATED
RAW WATER SOURCE
. THIS IS NECESSARY TO PERIODICALLY PURGE AND FLUSH
THE SYSTEM WITH WATER THAT HAS A CHLORINE RESIDUAL TO SANITIZE PARTS OF
THE SYSTEM THAT NORMALLY ARE EXPOSED TO WATER THAT HAS BEEN
DECHLORINATED AND MAY BE SUSCEPTIBLE TO BACTERIAL CONTAMINATION.
FOLLOW CLEANING & SANITIZING INSTRUCTIONS AND CHANGE FILTER CARTRIDGES
AT RECOMMENDED INTERVALS.
Q: What other contaminants does reverse osmosis remove?
The combined filtering and RO processes in your system will remove more than 98% of many
organic compounds, including THMs (chloroforms), DBCP, lindane, TCE (trichloroethylene),
PCE (tetrachloroethylene), carbon tetrachloride and chlorine. Conservatively, Vectapure™ TFC
membranes will remove the following percentages of contaminates: Barium 97%, Potassium
92%, Bicarbonate 94%, Radium 97%, Cadmium 97%, Selenium 97%, Calcium 97%, Silicates
96%, Chromium 92%, Silver 85%, Copper 97%, Sodium 92%, Detergents 97%, Strontium 97%,
Fluoride 90%, Sulphates 97%, Lead 97%, PCBs 97%, Magnesium 97%, Insecticides 97%,
Nickel 97%, Herbicides 97%, Nitrates 80%, Total Dissolved Solids 97%.
Q: What does RO treated drinking water taste like?
As most of the chemicals, organics and minerals are removed, your water will taste similar to
distilled water or low-mineral bottled water. Most people enjoy the natural flavour and the soft
texture. You will immediately notice that brewed coffee and juices from concentrate have a
greatly enhanced taste and aroma.
Q: Where is the system installed?
Typically, the system is installed under the kitchen sink. Some homeowners or installers prefer
the basement or crawlspace, as this conserves storage in the kitchen and may allow for easier
access to the system for maintenance purposes.
If you install the system more that 20’ from your faucet, you may need a product water booster
pump to ensure adequate pressure at the faucet. Your dealer can provide you with this
optional equipment.
