Does your system remove bacteria?
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October 8th, 2008 at 11:33 am
The Aquasana Countertop will remove Cryposporidium and Giardia, which has become prevalent because these bugs have become resistant to chlorine. To remove bacteria, you would need to use a UV filter in conjunction with the Aquasana Rhino Whole of House filter.
It may be an idea to have your water tested to see if bacteria is an issue. Generally its customers who are using bore, tank or creek water who need to invest in a UV filter due to faecal pollution from local wildlife.
The initial cost of the UV filter is $990
The replacement bulb which will provide 1 year of life is $350 (with 6 months safety window built in ie. it is really good for 18 months), wattage is 22.
There is no other filtration system available that has the certification and documentation to match or even come close to the Whole of House water filter with the UV.
The Rhino uses standard fittings, so you if you prefer, you can add the UV filter of your choice or add a UV filter at a later date, as required.
Here are a couple of frequently asked questions about the UV filter…
Is the flow rate of the UV filter compatable with the Rhino?
The Rhino Whole of House filter limits the flow to 27 litres per minute and the UV is designed to work at up to 45 litres per minute. It is designed this way so that with heavy use eg. dishwasher, bath, washing machine etc all at the same time, the UV properties are not compromised.
Which way around does the Rhino and UV filter work and why?
After heavy rain, the tannins in the water which cause discolouration can compromise the reading of a UV filter and the structure of the DNA in the bacteria (faecal and viruses) won’t be killed. This is why the water is pretreated with the Rhino before it passes through the UV filter, ensuring the complete removal of all harmful substances - without risk or compromise!
To View the Certified Performance Sheet for the Rhino Whole of House Water Filter pls click here