5 common misconceptions about water purifiers that many people make

Water purifiers have become familiar and appear in daily life for every family nowadays. However, not everyone understands the product well and there are also many misconceptions or unclear understandings about water purifiers. In this article, Karofi would like to share the common misconceptions of users when choosing to buy a water purifier.

The more filter cartridges, the cleaner the water

Most customers like to have many filter cartridges in their water purifiers because they believe that the more cartridges, the cleaner the water. But in fact, the quality of the water output depends on the cleanliness of the input water source and the filter's operational capacity. In reality, water passing through the first four filter cartridges has already removed impurities (such as metals, bacteria, etc.) and can be directly consumed. From the fifth filter cartridge onwards, its only purpose is to supplement essential minerals for the body.

Therefore, do not be confused when choosing to buy a home water purifier. In the market, there are many water purifier products advertised with nearly ten filter cartridges. This will only waste your time researching the functions of each cartridge, and you may end up investing in unnecessary cartridges.

Not replacing filter cartridges regularly

Most water purifiers that are purchased come with pre-installed filter cartridges that users do not need to install or purchase separately. This will make users assume that the water purifier can be used for several years without replacing the filter cartridges.

However, this is completely wrong because according to the manufacturer's recommendations, the filter cartridges of water purifiers have a certain lifespan. When the filter cartridge has exceeded its lifespan, it will no longer function to prevent bacteria and remove harmful substances. If the filter cartridges are not replaced regularly, it will greatly affect the water quality and the lifespan of the machine.

Currently, depending on the quality of the input water, the time to replace the filter cartridges will be different. Please replace the filter cartridges regularly according to their lifespan to ensure your health!

Boil filtered water before drinking

Most people who use water filters think that the filtered water is not clean enough, so they often boil it again. The reason for this thinking is that the source water for some families is really not clean and even very dirty, so they think that the water filter can only filter out some of the existing dirt in the water.

However, the truth about water filters is that the water after being filtered from the machine is almost pure and does not contain harmful substances to health because the filter core system of the water filter can completely remove the impurities in the water. The output water after being processed through the water filter meets the direct drinking water standards of the Ministry of Health. Therefore, water from the water filter can be consumed directly without boiling it again.

When water has been processed by the filter, boiling it at high temperatures will cause the loss of beneficial minerals, making the water not as good to drink directly from the tap. Boiled water needs to be stored and used properly to ensure safety. Otherwise, bacteria can invade the water container and cause digestive problems.

Improper installation location

Avoid installing the machine in a location with direct sunlight, as exposure to sunlight at a certain level will produce harmful algae for the human body. If you cannot avoid sunlight, you need to equip the machine with additional sunshades to ensure separation from direct light.

Do not place the water filter container near a high-temperature power source such as a refrigerator condenser, gas stove, etc. The heat generated from these devices may affect the lifespan and filter quality of the product.

If the machine is installed too low and far from the water source, it may cause the input water to be unstable, leading to the machine working intermittently.

Avoid placing the machine near areas with many bacteria and dirt such as toilets, garbage cans, etc. This not only makes the water source easily contaminated but also makes the parts in the machine accumulate more dirt and algae, making the machine less efficient and more prone to damage.

It is advisable to place the water filter machine in a location with fewer insects and pests to avoid them crawling into crevices and damaging the filter core system or other parts.

Installation and improper maintenance

The input water source for the filtration machine should have a suitable temperature range of 5ºC - 45ºC. If the supplied water is too cold or too hot, the equipment will not operate efficiently.

The power source of the filtration machine is connected in series with many different electrical devices, making the power source unstable and can lead to fire or explosion when overloaded.

Before installing the water filtration machine, you should measure the water pressure. A pressure of 0.1-0.35 Mpa is appropriate to meet the requirements of the water filtration machine. If the water pressure is higher than the specified level of the filtration machine, a pressure reducing valve should be placed before the machine. If the water pressure is not enough, you should install a booster pump.

It is recommended to ask an experienced technician to install the machine instead of doing it yourself because there is a risk of connecting the filtration water line with the sewage line, which can increase the level of impurities beyond normal levels.

Keep the water drainage pipes from the machine clear and unobstructed.

In case the water filtration machine encounters a sudden malfunction, quickly disconnect the power source, lock the water source, and contact a technician to help you deal with the problem effectively.

When temporarily suspending the use of the water filtration machine, you should disconnect the power source, clean and dry the filter cores. When using it again, you need to clean the machine before using it, instead of immediately plugging it in. Check the machine, clean it thoroughly, and replace the filter cores if they have exceeded their expiration date.

The above is an article analyzing the misunderstandings when using a water filtration machine that many people may encounter. We hope that from the above information provided by Karofi, you will gain new experiences in using the water filtration machine correctly and effectively.

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