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Posted by EXT on April 6, 2008, 3:41 pm
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> "Jack Allen" <> wrote in message
>> Can someone give me info on home water filters? I need one big enough
>> for the kitchen sink and ice cube maker. I was thinking of a reverse
>> system then I read that I shouldn't use it. I have well water. Please
>> answer either here or off list. Thanks much.
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> Most icemakers recommend against RO systems as they drop the pressure and
> can create problems with the fill vales working properly.
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> What you want is a whole house style filter with a carbon block element to
> eliminate bad taste. It is best if you can mount it in the cold water
> line that feeds the kitchen and refrigerator. The elements are good for
> about three months depending on use and how bad your water is.
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> Most brands are easily installed with minimal cutting and no soldering.
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> Ed
> http://pages.cthome.net/edhome/
To avoid constant filter changes go for the largest size you can install,
cartridges come from very small at about 1 1/2 x 8 inches up to 4 1/2 x 20
inches. If you have a basement, install it there, that way water spillage
resulting from changing filters will not damage your kitchen cabinets.
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