- What is the filtering
media?
- Enhanced KDF, Crystalline
Quartz and Zeolite
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- How does KDF work in
removing chlorine?
- As chlorinated water flows
through the unit the dissimilar metals in KDF (copper and Zinc) create a
galvanic or electrolytic reaction which causes the two chlorine ions to
combine with a zinc ion to form a harmless zinc chloride. KDF does
not hold the chlorine, it changes chlorine from an element into a harmless
compound.
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- What is enhanced KDF?
- Enhanced KDF is a special
formulation of two different types of KDF unique to the CQ-1000. It
is 10% more effective per ounce than granular KDF alone. This combination
provides a better performance per ounce of media than other shower
filters.
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- How much KDF is in the
filter?
- There are 14 ounces of
enhanced KDF in each CQ-1000 cartridge. The enhanced formula gives
the performance effectiveness of 15 1/2 ounces of non-enhanced media.
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- What is the advantage of
Crystalline Quartz?
- Specially washed and
sun-dried quartz crystals help "energize" the water by reducing
the water's surface tension. This allows for an increase in sudsing
and lathering of soaps and shampoos.
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- Are any ingredients
harmful or toxic?
- No. KDF is commonly used in
drinking and water treatment systems. The virgin crystalline quartz
is washed and sun-dried.
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- How much chlorine will
the filter remove?
- The CQ-1000 will typically
remove more than 90% of free chlorine. Reduction levels of 95% or
above are not uncommon. Temperature and water flow variations prevent
shower filters from consistently removing 95% of chlorine.
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- What about the water
quality of the incoming water?
- The cleaner the incoming
water into the shower filter the longer the filter will last and the more
efficient it will operate. If heavy levels of sediment and particulate
matter are present in the water the KDF media can become clogged making it
more difficult to create the electrolytic reaction required for
dechlorination. Some sediment and turbidity will inevitably enter the
CQ-1000, however it is specifically designed to minimize their effects
through the use of its exclusive, cleanable sediment trapping
screen. Simply, turn the water off, remove the filter cartridge and
wipe away any sediment buil-up at the cartridge surface.
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- Do you have to back flush
the filter?
- No. The CQ-1000 has been
designed to eliminate the need for back flushing.
- Will the CQ-1000 remove lead
or other heavy metals?
- There is no conclusive data
to date that KDF can remove lead or other metals when used in shower
filters. While KDF has been proven to remove lead and other metals under
specific conditions, those conditions are very different from what is
present in shower filters. No tests have yet been done on high flow
rates in short bodied filters, such as with a 2 - 3 inch shower filter.
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- How Long will the CQ-1000
last and how many gallons will it filter?
- The ability of any KDF
shower filter to reduce chlorine is a function of the quality of the
water. As a result it is difficult to measure precisely in gallons of
water. Estimated average usefulness is nine to twelve months for a family
of four or approximately 15,000 to 20,000 gallons of water usage.
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- How many gallons will the
CQ-1000 filter per minute?
- This depends on the
showerhead attached to the shower filter. The CQ-1000 was designed to work
most effectively with high quality low-flow shower heads. If flow rates
exceed 2.25 gallons per minute, the contact time between the incoming
water and the filter media will be reduced and this will reduce the
capability for dechlorination.
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- Can I use my own
showerhead with CQ-1000?
- Yes. Use only a high
quality, low flow shower head that does not exceed 2.25 gallons per minute
at 80 psi. Usually, showerheads purchased after 1995 meet this U.S.
Energy Policy Act requirement.
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- Is the CQ-1000 easy to
install?
- Yes. Simply screw the filter
onto your existing shower arm. It does not require the use of plumber's
tape for leak sealing. Hand tighten only.
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- Is the CQ-1000 filter
cartridge easy to replace?
- Yes. Simply unscrew the
filter body cap, remove the existing filter cartridge, check for proper
sealing of the "O" rings, insert the replacement cartridge and
screw the filter body cap back on.
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- Is the CQ-100 replacement
cartridge recyclable?
- You may mail your used
replacement filter cartridge prepaid to the manufacturer's address.
Unfortunately, there is no discount on filters when they are returned for
recycling. There are costs to the manufacturer for recycling the
cartridges.
