Bryant / Carrier Humidifier Water Panel 318518-762 Save 23% Off

I was able to get a pair of filters for less than the repair shop wanted for just one. Great deal. They fit perfectly, and are the exact same thing that the shop wanted a lot more for.

Great deal.

They fit and do the job. Quality of materials seems good. Price is better than from my dealer. What more can I say.

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Other than the Carrier part number difference, so I had to verify the dimensions, works like a charm. Piece price is better though you have to buy two. Got them on time...no complaints.

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After moving in to our home, I noticed that the humidifier that is connected to our furnace required this water panel. This item is identical to the old water panel that I removed from the humidifier. I couldn''t believe that I found it at Amazon. Wow.

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Very pleased with this product it is just like the original one it replaced. And it was also a very good price.

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AnyWater Mini Bio-Mineral Pot Produces Alkaline Mineral Water PLUS 3 Replacement Filters Save 13% Off

The people at Best Water Inc. in Canada (the makers of the AnyWater portable filter) are terrific. They''re friendly, they care, and they want to solve your problems. If you send them an email, they''re likely to call you, which is pretty cool. Not many companies do that. If only the product were as good as the customer service.

I love the look of the filter. It''s cute, the colors are nice, the shape is pleasing. It was easy to assemble, but after that my problems began. Though the pot claims it holds 20 oz., the funnel top (where you pour in the water), holds about 12. But not a big deal, right. So you have to fill it twice if you want to drink that much water. A bigger problem is the cartridge failed to drain completely most of the time. And if it doesn''t drain completely then you can''t fit the filter cap on, which you''re supposed to do to pour off the water. I cheated and just lifted the cartridge out of the container and held it over my glass while I poured the water out of the container. A bit awkward and challenging. But I was willing to live with it. Until I discovered that the unit leaks. At first I thought it was because I hadn''t screwed the cartridge piece on securely. But no, it didn''t seem to matter how secure it was. I''m guessing it was the cartridge itself and the fact that it didn''t drain. Customer service suggested I shake the cartridge, which I did. One time it worked. The next time it didn''t. After a while I got a bit fed up. And finally decided they really need to fix the design flaws. Customer Service even admitted that other people have problems with leaking. Faulty cartridges, I suspect.

If you decide to send back your filter beware of the warranty. The web page offers a 30-day warranty and you get a full refund (minus shipping) ONLY if you haven''t used the filter. At all. If you''ve used the filter I thought the 30 days was for trying it out then they deduct a 15% restocking fee. And if you live in the U.S., shipping to Canada can be expensive.

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Starbucks Sirena Espresso Machine

Bottom line up front: I''m happy with the Sirena.

I''m not a coffee snob and don''t really care one way or another what name comes on the outside of the machine. I like strong espresso and this machine doesn''t disappoint. There are a couple of things that I like and a couple of things that I don''t. Here they are:

Like:

Easy to use

Can grow with you, i.e. if you want to pull out the Pressurizing disc and start tamping your own shots, you can, and after some practice, will probably get a better quality of crema and espresso. Bean quality, grind, etc... dependent.

Quick heat up time (less than 2 mins in the morning) and quick steam (less than 10 seconds.

Good micro-foam on the steamer. My wife likes capuccinos and the good quality foam makes her very happy.

Dislike:

The water level sensor drives me crazy. It comes on, I refill the container, and it doesn''t go off. I have to mess with the container where it attaches to the machine to get it to turn off....eventually. I''ve read more than a few reviews about this problem. Small overall, but annoying.

Price. I purchased this machine at the X-mas special (499 w/grinder, barista kit, 1lb coffee with a 30% employee discount ($375 paid in the end). It was an incredible deal...that made it very worth the money. Full price...I don''t know. I like this machine, but I''m cheap and I''d rather pay for quality and performance than looks. This machine offers both, but without the discount it would''ve made my choice more difficult.

There is a great thread on coffeegeek.com about the Sirena. A guy named Wayne, a.k.a. roastaroma, has made it his mission in life to break this machine apart and extract every bit of usefullness out of it. For true coffee lovers looking for a great machine his insights might help make up your mind.

Happy Shopping.

6 month update (1 July 2008).

The steam knob stripped out about 3 weeks ago. One minute I was frothing milk, the next I was trying to get a scalding hot jet of steam to stop...awesome. I contacted SB and they gave me the number to their warranty dept. I called their warranty dept and they told me that SAECO not SB warranted the item. Okay, so I call SAECO and was not exactly pleased with the response. First, they confirmed that the unit was under warranty..good. Second, they sent me a form to fill out detailing the problems with the machine. They had me fax that form back to their warranty dept...okay so far. Third, they informed me that I was responsible for packing and shipping the machine back to them with no reimbursement. Fourth, they told me that if anything other than the previously faxed deficiencies were discovered that it would be repaired at my cost. Bottomline, if something breaks during shipment, you pay for it out of pocket along with the shipping and handling you''ve already spent sending a defective item back to the manufacturer.

I haven''t had a lot of problems getting things serviced in the past. SAECO''s warranty repair system seems a little too involved and isn''t user friendly in my opinion. I contacted the Starbucks that I purchased the machine from and was able to swap out the machine...but the less than ideal experience with SAECO is important to share.

Other than that the machine is still working well and am still happy that I purchased it. Starbucks customer service made up for the problems with SAECO.

The Sirena has a bit of a learning curve but once you realize that you do so much better without the "self-tamper" you''ll be on your way. My problem was the machine backed up all the time until I read that I should remove the disk and the rubber self tamper -it made all the difference between HATING this machine and loving it. I can now pack a lot of coffee into the basket without the thing blowing up. Also, I did not realize there was a whole world of tampers. Now that I have a good tamper, not a plastic one!, my espresso has changed considerably.

The good:

1) Once you remove the tamper the coffee is great.

2) You can reprogram the coffee levels

3) Looks great

4) Easy clean-up

5) Decent foaming

The bad:

1) Sprays a little too much water while steaming milk

2) If you have your machine under the counter, it''s a little hard to pull the water tank out

3) A learning curve

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I bought this machine from a local Starbucks as a replacement to our Solis Crema sl70. We had the Solis for 10 years and loved it. The Sirena was at the same price point and looked great so we opted to change. What a disappointment. The Sirena has a plug, rubber gasket and basket, all of which are challenging to remove for cleaning. There is also wait time to which we were not accustom; wait for the machine to heat up, make espresso, wait again for the espresso to heat so you can select steam and wait for that to heat up. The steam pump would produce a good amount of water before actually pumping steam. We allowed time for us to get used to the new machine however after 10 days of use, we took it back for a refund. Positive note about Starbucks; they took it back without any hassles stating they stand behind their products.

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Ok I spent hours pouring over reviews of machines before purchasing the Sirena. Because I wanted to do everything just right, I took an hour after the purchase to set it up following the extended instructions word by word. (For more experienced users, the quick setup would work and you would have your drink quick!) My first latte was amazing! I didn''t even use syrup it tasted great.

My initial concern: long time to brew espresso/confusion as to the purpose of the "self-tamper". It took a long time for my shots to pull, mostly just dripping. So, I reread thoroughly all the Amazon reviews (much better than those on the SB website) and found that:

FIRST those with major issues probably had faulty machines or it was user-error. (no offense)

SECOND there is some trial and error required for grind, etc.

MOST IMPORTANT if your shots pull slowly (drip) simply POKE A LARGER HOLE IN THE RUBBER GASKET (self tamper).

Although I tried removing the self-tamper completely as some suggested it produced zero creme. By simply using a sewing needle to open the hole a bit more, my espresso flowed smoothly out of the portafilter in seconds and it had the most beautiful creme. I AM THRILLED! I tested the heat of the straight shot and it was quite warm but when added to frothed milk at a temp of 160 or more it was the most delightful latte I have ever had definitely rivals that of SB!

This machine is great for quality espresso, quality froth and good looks.

Oh one more thing I do agree with other reviewers that the need to drain the excess water from the steam wand before steaming is annoying, however, I have a system. Here is my method:

1. Turn on and warm up, meanwhile warm your mug with hot water

2. Once machine is ready, run 2 shots of water through to heat up the portafilter (I have the two most perfect glasses I use to hold the shot they are tall slender juice glasses that fit perfectly under the portafilter)

3. Leave the portafilter connected while steaming/frothing milk

a. use one of the juice glasses (or another tall glass) to collect the excess water from the steam wand before steaming milk in stainless steel pitcher.

b. steam/froth milk to at least 160 degrees. I am able to steam first, then froth the top or visa versa. The frother is great!

4. Set milk aside or on warmer (the warmer isn''t that warm, so don''t count on it for "heat")

5. Remove hot portafilter, wipe out extra water/grounds and fill for one or two shots

6. Replace portafilter and choose your shot size (the time it took to add your espresso grounds is exactly enough to rewarm the machine)

7. Pull your shots, pour into mug and add milk immediately.

**Starbucks trains that you should add your milk to shots within 10 seconds for best results. That is why frothing first is important!

I have it down to a science now after just owning the machine for 4 days. If I learn anything new, I will update/edit my review. I think reviews are so important for others considering a product or having problems. They sure helped me and I hope I helped someone else!

God Bless and Happy Latte!

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The machine was easy to unpack and the quick-start guide had me up and running in a few minutes. With my old machine, I could never get the coffee tamped right in the filter. Now I just grind the coffee, scoop it into the portafilter, attach it to the machine, and push a button to pull the shot. The machine gets up to temp quickly, especially the steam wand. I''m really pleased with the performance (consistent espresso shots and quick, easy steaming) of this espresso maker, and would certainly recommend it to others. And the clean design looks fantastic on my counter-top...

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Berkey PF-2 Fluoride / Arsenic Filter (Set of 2) Save 20% Off

• *** IMPORTANT *** The PF-2 is for use with Black Berkey Purifiers - If you use ceramic filters, you will need the PF-4
• Primarily Filters Fluoride and Arsenic
• Attaches to the bottom of a Black Berkey Purifier - Used as a Post-Filter
• For use with Big Berkey, Travel Berkey, Berkey Light, Royal Berkey, Imperial Berkey, Crown Berkey
• *** NOT FOR USE WITH CERAMIC FILTERS ***

HI, I bought a 3M FluoriCheck(tm) Water Analysis Service at to see what my Fluoride PPM is.. I got the disappointing results back of 1.1 ppm.. so I went onto my city''s water analysis page and their results show 1.25 ppm.. This PF-2''s with the Black Berky''s hardly work!

I''m switching back to Reverse Osmosis and adding a mineralization filter to put the good minerals back in and also make the water PH neutral. Don''t waste your money on the Berky if you want to get the fluoride out!

I put this review on 5/1 and it was removed, so I''m putting it back on here so other''s don''t get suckered into the Berky scam.. They are obviously moderating reviews.

I came back on here to let you all know that I installed my RO setup and had the water tested again with the same kit.. 0.08 ppm of flouride. much better results than Berky.

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We''ve had our Berkey for over a year. The fluoride filters are the main reason we purchased a Berkey. They are only good for six months. I tested my water twice to verify this. Our water comes from a well and is naturally fluoridated at about .9 ppm (parts per million). I tested a filter by purchasing a kit through 3M (about $20) after seven months of use and the water tested at 0.79 ppm. I replaced the filter and tested after about a month and the water came back to 0.06 ppm. Hardly any fluoride! I am curious to test my water again at the five month mark but not sure I want to spend an additional $20. I think I will just stick to the manufacturer''s recommendation of changing out ever six months. Overall, this is the way to go if you want to remove fluoride from your drinking water.

After seeing multiple reviews state that their water tested so high for fluoride I would be curious to ask when they tested their water. They might have misunderstood the directions and be using their filters after six months. The black filters can be used indefinitely, but the fluoride filters lose effectiveness after six months of use. Another possibility is the ph of their tap water. I think the ph of your water can affect the effectiveness. I am not a scientist but have read that the filters work better with slightly acidic water (pH range of 5.5 6.5 and generally don''t work well if the water is neutral (pH = 7) or more alkaline (higher pH). So if you want to be sure that your filter will work to filter out fluoride you could test the ph of your tap water first.

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If you''re not filtering the fluoride out of your water, you''ll never know how GOOD it can taste!!! I won''t drink any water that hasn''t been through my Berkey. It makes the clearest ice cubes too! In this day and age when you don''t really know what''s coming out of your tap, why would you take a chance? I used to drink Evian bottled water exclusively because most bottled water tasted just like it came from the tap (found out later, that it did!), and was able to transition to Berkey water easily. Saves me TONS of money too! You can''t go wrong with a Berkey.

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I am very disappointed to say that this product did not filter flouride at all. After reading some skeptical reviews, I invested in a flouride test myself. The water from our municipal tap was tested, and compared to water that was run through my Berkey system with flouride filters. The same amount of flouride was present in the Berkey filtered water, as the tap water. The manufacturer states that the flouride filters are good for approximately 1000 gallons. The filters tested had gone through about 300 gallons. So, I couldn''t say if they work in a brand new state or not, but definitely weren''t working after 300 gallons, which is only 1/3 the capacity stated by Berkey. Will be asking for my money back on this product. Very unfortunate, and disappointing. The Berkey system did seem to filter chlorine (tested that too), but the flouride filters did not do their job. I will be ordering further tests to see if the black filters indeed do what they say they do too.

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I purchased a fluoride test to make sure these filters worked and it came out to 1.12 ppm fluoride. My water supply said that they fluoridate between .7 and 1.0 ppm. It did not remove any!!

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Pentek 160168 BBFS-222 1" #20 Big Blue Three-Housing Filter System Save 9% Off

• Three-housing water filtration system for residential, commercial, and industrial applications
• Reinforced polypropylene housings and powder-coated carbon steel bracket for strength and chemical resistance
• Maximum flow rate of 40 gpm
• Maximum pressure of 90 psi
• Maximum temperature of 100 degrees F (37.8 degrees C)

Bought the 3-housing setup from amazon. Sediment, iron reduction, and carbon filters bought elsewhere only because amazon did not offer all 3 kinds. The 3-housing system comes pre-assembled which saves time and hassle. I supplemented the two mounting holes on the bracket with an angle bracket, one end mounted under one of the center filter attach screws and the other end attached to my floor joist. The whole 3-filter setup is a bit heavy and since the two supplied mounting holes are off-center of the center of gravity, the assembly tends to swing one way a bit when everything is installed and filled with water. Overall the system is great, very stout construction and my water is now clear of iron.

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Breville BES820XL Die-Cast 15-Bar Programmable Espresso Machine

LOVE this machine! I do not claim to be an espresso junkie or aficionado, but I am addicted to lattes and my morning habit was getting to be expensive so we bought this machine for Christmas. It''s AWESOME! One of my main criteria, besides great espresso, was a frothing wand that would really do the job, and this one does. It texturizes the milk beautifully and creates delicious, creamy froth for my lattes and cappuccinos. We''re still working to get the right grind and tamp combination, but I love that you can also use pods in the machine, which is fantastic for decaf! We drink regular espresso in the morning or afternoon, but every once in a while I want a cappuccino at night but it''s not worth keeping the decaf beans or emptying my grinder to replace with decaf so we keep decaf pods on hand for those rare evening cravings. Perfectly convenient! You have to be willing to experiment to get the right tamp/grind combination or your espresso won''t taste too yummy, but if you have some patience and try various combinations it really pays off. And I love the hot water wand heats very quickly and great for hot tea! Super easy to use, pretty easy to clean and maintain, and entirely worth the cost!

Notable stuff:

heats up quickly

advertises that the top of the machine serves as a warming station for your espresso cups, but it doesn''t get nearly warm enough to actually warm the cups (warm by filling with hot water from the hot water dispenser instead)

does not require the use of distilled or filtered water (in fact, the instructions say NOT to use distilled water) just use tap water and decalcify with vinegar occasionally

the drip tray is nice and large-was able to make 6 lattes, including rinsing in between each one, and drip tray still wasn''t full

water reserve is very large and holds plenty of water

"programmable" just means that you can program how large your single shot is and how large your double shot is so that once it''s programmed, you just have to push a button to make a shot of espresso eliminates the guess work that results in inconsistent shots

the pod attachment only works for single shots, as far as I can tell there are no double pods on the market and even if there were, I don''t think they would fit in the pod attachment

This is a review about the quality of the espresso the machine makes, and not about

the short or long term reliability of the machine, since I have only had it for about a month.

I bought coffee beans from a starbuck coffee shop and asked the barista to grind the beans for an espresso maker. Decided not to buy a grinder (since reviews on grinders seem to indicate nothing but trouble). The first results I got were disappointing. No matter how well I packed the 2 shot coffee filter, or how much coffee I packed into it, the pressure on the indicator dial never reached even the beginning of the "optimum" range.

Then I decide to ask the barista if they had a finer espresso grind. They said their finest was # "2". With that grind, I filled the 2 shot filter with coffee to the top of the filter, and packed the grinds as hard as I could. Started the machine. The needle started to rise, reached the optimum range, went all the way up the optimum range and beyond it before finally stopping when the machine stopped pouring coffee! I also noticed that the amount of coffee poured was somewhat less than 2 shots of coffee. Removing the filter holder from the machine, it was clear that the filter had water, that had not pressed through the coffee, mixed in with the spent grinds.

The next cup of espresso I made, I did not pack the coffee as hard, or fill as high. I left about an 1/8" between the coffee and the filter rim . That did it. After starting up the scale the needle stopped 3/4 up the optimum level scale, and the coffee it made looked like 2 full shots and, when I removed the filter holder the coffee filter was mostly dry! The espresso had a nice layer of crema, added a little Milk, lots of foam...perfect!

What did it for me was 1) the right grind, 2) the right packing pressure, 3) the right amount of coffee.

I hope this helps some fellow home baristas!

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Forgive me if the tone of this review is a little grouchy, but I''ve gone without my morning latte for 3 weeks now, with two more to go, and that''s just the way it''s going to have to be.

I got my first Breville machine, a caffe roma, about a year and a half ago, and was very happy. It was a big upgrade from My Gran Gaggia in terms of design, quality and taste and I wrote a glowing review at the time of my purchase on Epinions. Unfortunately, it died about 4 months ago, and since they were no longer making the Roma, Breville replaced it with the BES820XL. I was really enjoying my 820 big step up from the Roma and I appreciated that Breville was willing to stand behind its product in that way. There was a little bit of a wait for the new machine, but not much. The 820 was a much more sophisticated machine and it took a little bit more Unfortunately, the 820 started to fail after about two months the water was leaking from the spout, and the coffee stopped pressurizing properly.

Again, I called Breville, and again they told me they''d upgrade the machine because the 820 was being discontinued and replaced by the 830. Unfortunately, The 830 was on backorder. At first I was told the delay would be three weeks; then I called back and was told it would be two weeks; and finally I was told 5 weeks! I made what I thought was a very reasonable request to Breville, which is that they upgrade me to the next model (same as the 830 except with a grinder) and I''d pay the difference between the two. Request denied, with no explanation as to why.

Breville, perhaps this sort of customer service policy makes sense for other products but sorry, not for coffee. I think that given the situation, there should have been a little less policy and a little more concern about making your customer happy. The good news is that you make a very good product for the money and you''re constantly working to improve them; the bad news is that your products are still a work in progress. Wouldn''t it make a little more sense to go the extra yard to keep your customers happy?? We''re talking coffee here.

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I have had this machine for about 4 weeks and love it. It''s easy to learn, is made of high quality parts, and looks beautiful on the counter. Be careful with grind fineness, as we had some problems when coffee ground at Starbucks with their machine on "espresso" setting. Once you find the right grind consistency, the results are delicious and consistent. The steamer wand works extremely well and is easy to maneuver with the 360 degree swivel arm. This is a great espresso maker for the coffee/espresso lover.

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This is a great espresso machine. Easy to use, AFTER you read the instructions. Cleaning is simple, the indicator on the spill tray lets you know when it''s full with "Empty Me!" I use the hot water function to warm up the cups and to make tea. I have never used a cappuccino milk steamer before, but this one is extremely simple to get a good milk froth. The mug warmer on the top of the machine works well, but only if you plan of having multiple uses as it takes a while to get the heat up to the mugs. The pressure gauge on the front gives you a good indication how well you are grinding the coffee, and tamping. I normally have the pressure gauge in the lower optimal range and it tastes very good. It does take practice to create the perfect method, so be patient. The water tank holds enough water to serve many people without refilling.

I also purchased a knock box, which I think completes the set. Removing the grounds from the filter can be frustrating without this specially made knock box. I bought the: RSVP Espresso Knockout Box and it works very well at a good price RSVP Espresso Knockout Box.

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12" Sediment 5 Micron Filter

I like this product as pre filter for carbon filters and reverse osmosis systems built in water coolers. In many cases, removing dirt is important from water to protect the next elements.

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Honeywell HAC504 Replacement Humidifier Filter Save 11% Off

Thought I purchased the Honeywell 504HAC replacement filter as listed on Amazon, but instead received a generic version that I could have purchased for significantly cheaper. I phoned the company but got no answer. I emailed the company and got no response. Would avoid any transactions with this company. I placed a complaint with Amazon and hope that this problem can be remedied.

OK, so I should have read the reviews before purchasing. I would have seen from the first review that this is not made by Honeywell itself.

The product details says "Item model number: HAC504", the Honeywell model number.

I received a "Best Air HW500 Humdi-Wick". Best Air Humidifier Filter (HW500)

I don''t like being bait & switched, so I am dropping the rating down to 1.

But the price for the HW500 with a few minutes of online searching was, at it''s cheapest, $1.50 more, and even on amazon from a non-misleading item search, was $3.50 more. And the company did ship pretty quickly; it arrived 3 days after the order was placed. For that, I am raising the rating to 2.

I have no review on how well the HW500 will work in the Honeywell humidifier yet. I am going to go ahead and use one for a couple of weeks to see how well it works. I will say that the diameter is smaller the the HAC504, but I am not sure if that will make a difference. If it works OK, I will come back and raise the rating to a 3.

To the seller: To get any higher, I would need to see some indication in the main product item page that this is a GENERIC filter instead of a Honeywell brand item.

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AS others have said, this is a very cheap knock-off even though it says "by Honeywell". IT IS NOT! And mine didn''t have to easy to remove handle as stated. Too much trouble to return so I''ll just keep and know better for next time.

DON''T BUY!

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Works Great. The handle that they put on the filter is really just a gimmik, but they also changed the outer most layer from paper to a tough plastic. It lets you soak the filter in hot water to get the minerals out. It looks like you can reuse it at least a couple of times.

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We ordered these filters without reading the reviews. Generic filters that came from Lillian Vernon. They had wire around the outside instead of the soft mesh that is usually on the Honeywell HAC504. The price is too high for something so cheaply made. Never again will we purchase these. Save your money and look elsewhere.

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Everpure H-1200 Water Filtration System EV9282-00

We purchased the everpure complete kits with hot and cold in an appliance store and brought the replacement unit online every other years since it''s more convenience for us . We have been using this home unit for almost ten years with no problems. Our household size is small and we purely use it as drinking water and not for cooking. For cooking, it''s fine to use tap water since its boiling temperature will do the work. It''s very convenience than buying bottle water. The only thing I like Everpure unit to improve is that instead of packing with a battery indicator reminder, it''s better to come with something such as paper test strips to simply testing the water condition periodically so I can tell exactly when to replace the filters.

I use these for filtering the city''s water for my soda fountain. They do a good job. Soda tastes good and no more build up on the fountain heads. Easy to change out yourself.

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Received the system within a week of ordering, but I haven''t had it installed yet as I am waiting for the countertops to be installed. The product was packed with newspaper in a box but there were no installation instructions and all the fittings and parts were in a ziploc bag. Only one of the filter cannisters was shrink wrapped and the other was damaged.

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The product is excellent. Been using Everpure for more than a decade. In this case, I liked the dealer (through this page) who sold it, but now we seem to have other dealers who are charging way too much. Price for these should be around $150.

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Ceramic Dome Replacement Filter for Zen Water Systems

• Replaces your Zen Water Systems Ceramic Dome Filter
• Keeps dirt, sand, particles and bacteria such as typhoid, cholera and amoeba from getting into Zen''s drinking water
• Pore diameter of 0.2 micron while most bacteria range from 0.5 to 1.0 micron in size
• Made of highly compressed ceramic with diatomic properties resistant to extremely high temperature.

For all you Zen Water System owners, there is apparently another vendor called Purenex selling similar item on this page. If you own a Zen Water Filter System and you need to purchase replacement filters, be sure you watch which vendor you purchase from. Purenex products won''t fit in the Zen Water Systems so be wary.

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RE: .3 MICRON Filter!!! This is absolutely the Lowest Pore Size for a Filter on the INTERNET (No Kidding, I researched the whole damn day !!!)

USE: With my Zen Water Gravity System

I SEARCHED and RESEARCHED LITERALLY EVERYWHERE ON THE INTERNET FOR THE BEST FILTER AND BESIDES A FEW OTHER CATEGORIES, THE MINIMAL PORE SIZE IS ONE OF THE TOP CONSIDERATION FOR THE BEST FILTRATION!!

.3 Micron ==> That''s 3/10 ''ths folks not 3 Microns AND is the lowest compared to most of the top filters like PUR,BRITA or most Counter Top brands. Even the Best Systems in the Hundreds of Dollars use 1 Micron (which I have also) size pores.

Basically if you have a Bacteria that sizes at 1 Micron and you have a filter that has pores as big as 5 Microns or 10 Microns, the Bacteria is obviously going to slip into your drinking cup. Well this is the lowest and it''s a huge PRO to say the least.

This translates into the percentage reduction factor as well obviously:

Like a 1 Micron filter will block 99% bacteria vs. 5 Micron filter will block 95 to 97%, you get the drift.

Here is the BAD:

When used with the Zen Water Gravity system, because of the very small pore size, this means it''s Very Slow going down the filter, but this means that obviously and translate into my being assured that the water quality will be that much better. So I guess you gotta take the good with the bad.

I didn''t time it, but for about a gallon of water that passes through this thing, it takes about 1 hour, you heard (read) that right, about an hour.

But for the water quality around here, or more appropriately, the lack of water quality around here, I''ll take Clean-Wait-for-1-Hour water over the water that got me sick. Actually I have a distiller that takes 4HOURS! for One Gallon and this one hour is actually a plus, so I guess it''s all relative.

I''m not sure how the Korean company comment(that I noticed here) has anything to do with anything unless it''s a really bad product, but overall whether US or Korean made, this filter is AWESOME!

(along with the Zen Water system: Way too cheap here so I definitely got the whole system)

Buy an extra one on hand, but these are supposed to last about a year easily by scrubbing off layers of the ceramic media.

It goes without saying, it''s definitely worth the purchase.

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This filter does have very small pores, as another reviewer mentioned, and it does take quite a long time to filter the water. We like to pour the tap water into the top tank at night before we go to bed, and then we have fresh, clean water to use in the morning.

The biggest problem we have with this filter is in cleaning it. Our well water is NOT pretty it''s orange and full of sediments that clog the filter in days. We''ve learned to first put the water through a Pur faucet filter before pouring it into the top tank of the Zen unit. This extra step helps to prevent the filter''s pores from clogging as quickly. But even with that extra step, the filter needs cleaning at least once a week. At first, this wasn''t terribly difficult, but as the filter aged, it became harder to clean. The only way we can really get it clean now is to remove the filter and let it set out to dry overnight. Then the surface can be sanded down, literally, to remove the sediments that are clogging the pores. Either that or replace it every few weeks, which would get expensive. We are on our 2nd filter now and in the process of ordering a 3rd one.

All in all, it''s a fairly high maintenance system, requiring frequent filling, weekly system cleaning, and periodic filter replacement. But the water tastes great, the price of the system is relatively low overall, and I feel good about serving the water to my family.

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I purchased this filter to make a homade water filter system. This filter is cheaply made from Korea. It only has one seal instead of two. As I was screwing on the wing nut, the entire drain spout broke off from the base with little pressure being applied. Once that broke off, I got a good look at the inside and it was empty. Don''t buy this filter. Get a Berkfeld or Monolithic are sturdy and contain other filtrations inside the main filter. The company did ship this very fast.

THIS GOES ALONG WITH THE ZEN WATER FILTER, THE ZEN WATER FILTER IS WORKING

GREAT! HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT FOR ANYONE WANTS TO HAVE GREAT WATER.

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MultiPure Water Guardian Drinking Water System Model

Overall I''ve been very impressed with the product. It is super easy to set up and works great. The only reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 is that one tip of diverter valve that attaches to the faucet and diverts the water to the filter broke. I called the company and they were aware of the manufacture defect. They were very friendly and helpful. They put a whole new "diverter valve attachment" in the mail that same day. After changing out the part we have had no other problems at all after several months of substantial use.

This unit was easy to setup and works well. The water taste changed for the better and the smell of the water is changed. I use this in conjuction with a brita water filter. I try not to buy bottled water and the combination of the brita and water guardian help in reducing the number of disposable plastic bottles. Considering bottled water quality is questionable and water quality locally is good, using local tap water to satisfy thirst is considerably cheaper using this beefy filter.

In terms of water filtration, it is difficult for a laymen to tell the difference between filters but using the filter definitely reduces oder and changes taste.

The reason for the 4 is like the previous reviewer, I had one of the attachments that diverts water fail on me. I will have to try and call them to get that fix, but overall water quality is improved.

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I''ve been using my system for 6 months.

It does a great job. We''ll see how long the filter lasts. Supposed to be for a year. This kind of technology solid carbon block is supposed to be the best.

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This is the best filter on the market according to NSF (the non-profit certification organization) this filters out the most contaminants. While the price may be high, it does the job well and replacement filters are cheaper. But I got mine at a discount do a search for choosing a water filter or whats the best water filter, to get a discount.

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This is my 2nd multi-pure. The stainless steel ones were much better. The Hand Tool won''t open housing unit to change filter. It''s supposed to fit into these grooves to form a tight seal and nudge the unit open but the hand tool is too loose and the knobs just slide right out of the grooves. Basically, I just bought a $70.00 filter replacement and I can''t open the unit. Incredibly frustrating. Bad design like this makes me wanna go postal.

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AeroPress Coffee and Espresso Maker (700 Total)

This is a great coffee maker especially for someone like me who wants to make only 1 mug at a time. I''ve tried all different kinds of coffee makers, but they don''t seem to be optimized for making a single ~8 oz mug of coffee. I always ended up brewing multiple cups of coffee and throwing the extra away to get the one good cup I wanted.

I got this aeropress for Christmas 2006 and it is great. I followed the initial instructions, but preferred my coffee a bit different. So, I experimented with grind, water temperature, amount of coffee/water, etc., until I found the right combination for *my* personal preference. I use this to make a cup of coffee, not espresso (that is, I add water to the result to get "regular" coffee), so I can''t comment on the quality of espresso taste. I have noticed that coffee beans/grind from different sources have their own "sweet spots" for best grind and coffee/water quantity to get the taste I prefer. So, now that I know how I like to brew a couple different types, I try to stick with those so that I don''t have to go through the experimenting stage needed if I try a completely new coffee bean/grind. That works for me. This coffee tastes great. :)

Oh, I should mention that I have also used french press coffee makers. I really like the taste of french press coffee, but got sick of the grinds and/or sediment that always ends up in the bottom of the coffee and made the bottom of the cup taste gross. True to its advertising, the aeropress doesn''t seem to leave grinds or sediment. I sip my cup kind of slowly and end up zapping it in the microwave to heat it up again several times. The coffee does not get bitter from sitting in my mug because there is not coffee grind sediment soaking at the bottom. That is a huge plus for me!

A few folks mentioned that the plunger can be hard to press. I have to agree. I''ve had 2 shoulder surgeries and it does take some extra effort to manage to push the plunger straight down. I can still do it, although I only have 2 scoops of coffee grind in at a time. I think it would be extremely difficult to press with too much coffee in it.

All this time of daily use, including travel, and there are no problems, no parts wearing out from stress, no cracks in the plastic. It still looks like new.

I donated my drip coffee machine, french press and espresso machine to Goodwill. :)

PS I noticed the aeropress is available via third party vendor and Amazon. I can''t comment on the vendor, as I put it on my wishlist for Xmas and got it as a gift. I noticed there are separate reviews for each device/vendor, so will post my review under each.

I may try a video review of this later because I think this is hands down one of the greatest ways to make a single cup of coffee.

I bought this because I was tired of the coffee at the office giving me heartburn and generally making me want to immolate myself every time I drank another cup.

There are some things about the AeroPress that blow my mind.

1) The coffee is outstanding; better than MoreBucks and definitely a lot more affordable and convenient.

2) Cleanup is very easy

3) You feel like a cubicle alchemist which is always a good thing.

4) You can customize you level of flavor/density very easily.

The process for me is pretty cool. Check it out.

(I bring in espresso ground coffee from home but you can use regular grind if you like a lighter brew)

1) Fill my cup with hot water from the filter (or whatever; can''t say I recommend regular tap water as you want it about 170 degrees)

2) Put a filter on the endcap and add a scoop of coffee

3) Put the AeroPress on my second cup (or I suppose if you like you could bring the whole contraption over to your water source and skip the 1st step)

4) Pour water in and mix; some coffee will begin draining right away depending on how fine a grind you''re using.

5) Attach the press and press down slowly

6) Over a trashcan remove the endcap and press out the ''puck''

Enjoy the coffee. If it''s too strong, add more hot water for "Americana Style". No cleanup is really needed. No kidding. Just pure, concentrated awesome.

It''s better coffee than a French Press and way, way, WAY easier to clean.

Can you tell I''m excited. Aerobie. The flying disk people. Crazy, but it''s true.

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Ok...I read all the reviews and was expecting a good cup of coffee. But, this thing makes a GREAT cup of coffee! Smooth, rich and not a trace of bitterness.

As a long time Keurig user, I was very used to having a decent cup of coffee in under a minute (if it was always left turned on and filled with water). The Aero Press does takes longer, having to use the microwave to heat the water.

Then, I purchased an electric kettle to make the process easier. Oh man, what difference! I can make a double espresso in under 2 minutes, which includes heating the water (that kettle is FAST), assembling the Aero Press and pressing the coffee through! If I want a regular cup of coffee, I just add more boiling water to the espresso (which is great as it gets nice and hot now).

My expensive Keurig brewer has now been decommissioned.

My suggestion: Buy the Aero Press, and get a cheap electric kettle to save some time.

Great product!

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As you can tell from the other reviews, the aeropress is awesome! My video covers some of the features and process in making a cup.

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I started home roasting coffee about a year ago and was looking for a way to make coffee when I''m away from the house. There are several things that make a good cup of coffee: good beans, a good even grind, proper extraction time, and proper water temperature. What''s nice about the Aeropress is that you can control all of these to produce an excellent cup. All of these factors contribute to the final cup of coffee. This product won''t make bad coffee taste good, but it will help you make the most of what you have.

The included directions instruct you to use water that is a bit colder than a typical coffee infusion at 170F. Traditional pour-over methods usually are around 200F. I''ve tried both temperatures and find it easier to use at 200F because water comes to a boil at around 203F where I live and I don''t have to wait for it to cool. There are plenty of web tutorials with pictures and video of how to use this product.

Despite the product description, it does not make a true espresso as other reviews have mentioned. It does make a concentrated dose of coffee and you can add water to make it closer to what typical drip coffee produces. In terms of taste, I find that usually a trace amount of sediment gets through usually, but not nearly as much as done with a French press. The paper filter sits at the bottom and I find that rinsing it before adding the grounds helps reduce paper taste and reduces the amount of grounds that gets through. It looks a bit like lab equipment, but does a great job at what it does. It is made with a thick plastic and is not not flimsy. Mine came with a nylon tote bag which I thought was neat, but it is in my opinion too large.

I am a grad student and this makes it easy to make a cup of coffee while out studying. It is easy to clean and is small and light enough to throw in my backpack for when I want coffee and don''t want to pay several dollars at a coffee shop. I wouldn''t recommend the Aeropress for serving a large group of people as it only makes at most 16-24oz of coffee at a time depending on how much water you add to it. It is good for single serving use and is very convenient. I also find that since it makes a concentrated coffee, it is great for making iced coffee at home. It should be noted that this uses a non-traditional paper filter size and may be difficult to find in a traditional brick and mortar store. I''ve heard some people just cut them out themselves from larger filters. I''m a bit lazy and just ordered extras. Hope this helps.

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White Countertop Superior Water Filter System WC001

I have been using this water filter for about 1 year. It delivers the best tasting water...period. I did not want the Pitcher type or faucett type since they do not yield enough water. This attaches directly to your faucet via a diverter valve and the water then passes through the filter container. If you do not have room on your countertop, they have an under-sink model. I have been using this for one year and my cartridge still does not need replacing.

The other products you would have to replace a lot more often.

Great product.

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Venta Airwasher Save 32% Off

At low speed you won''t even know it''s on and it''s still quiet at med. and high speed too. We normally run it on medium or high speed when the weather is 35 or colder here in New England and turn it down to low if the temperature outside goes up or it''s raining out. Doing this keeps the humidity in the house a pretty constant 40-45 per cent. We have a Colonial house and keep the upstairs bedrooms closed so the unit is just taking care of aboout 1100 ft. downstairs. I fill it in the morning and just before bedtime. They only hold a few gallons of water, but what a difference they make. We have had hardly any colds since we bought ours a couple of years ago, and we''re not constantly having to put on lip balm or hand lotions like we used to. Your skin will thank you for it. But wait...there''s more...hehe...Wait til you empty and clean it like I do every 2 weeks. The water you dump in the sink...unbelieveable what this unit takes out of the air. Remember, it''s an air purifier too. It''s amazing to see the junk that''s in the dirty water. Stuff you would normally be breathing in.

It''s light weight and small enough to be unobtrusive. I had a problem with mine the second year...called the company and within 3 days had a replacement part that was a snap to install, free of charge of course. Fantastic 10 year warranty.

Proof of how much we love this unit...the day it broke was a Sunday and dry as a bone...temp in the teens. Within an hour I was home from Bed and Bath with a new unit. Didn''t even want to go 3 days without one running. Now we run them both on low speed most of the winter.

Check out their website...commercial buildings all over Europe use them as well as musicians with expensive wooden instruments to protect. Little known product just introduced to the US a couple of years ago. Highly recommended.

My family owns two Venta Airwashers: this one and the Venta #5014436 LW14 Grey Airwasher. I am writing this after having used them for about two years. We live in a dry apartment, and we are also musicians with wood instruments, so it is important for us to keep our apartment well humidified. We are also sensitive to sound, so we need to make sure that whatever machines we purchase work quietly.

Before we purchased these, we measured our apartment to make sure we were purchasing the appropriate models for the space we live in. I think this is crucial, as you cannot expect a model that is too small to properly humidify a space that is too large, and vice-versa. This seems obvious, but I think a lot of people overlook this and purchase the wrong model.

I think people are missing the point when they complain about the level of humidity and whether it reaches an optimum level or not. Ventas humidify and purify at the same time, and once a room has a certain level of moisture, it will essentially stay that way if you leave it set to a certain level. It''s not like it ill keep ramping up the moisture until you are living in a rainforest. It can only humidify so much, unless you use the largest model in a closet-sized space.

Regarding the noise issue with the fan, I found that when it starts making that subtle clicking noise that some reviewers mention, it is because the fan mechanism has lost lubrication. A few drops of light oil (such as lemon oil) clears up the noise immediately.

As long as you follow their directions--and we all know how much Germans love accuracy and directions--these will last a long time and provide and work excellently.

The reason I am giving this four stars is because I am convinced that they could have designed these with less hard-to-clean crevices. There are many hard-to-clean spots, and a few spaces that are almost impossible to clean. Granted, you won''t see them as they are deep inside, but I like to know that I can clean every bit of gunk that I see. You really need to thoroughly clean the Venta every month or so, which should only take a few minutes, but there are an awful lot of crevices.

Another tip: the way to clean the rotating disc assembly inside the Venta is to use a soft brush, and scrub in-between the discs, and it can also be washed in the top rack of a dishwasher. They offer a special substance that also cleans gunk from inside and off the bottom half of the Venta, but vinegar works just as well.

Also, as mentioned by others, you need to use their additive in order to allow the water to sheet off the rotating plastic disc assembly. Some folks mention using a few drops of dish washing soap instead, but I haven''t tried that yet. When you consider that other models by other companies require you to purchase filters and the like, I think buying a few bottles of this additive is not so bad. Each bottle lasts ca. 3-4 months.

Now the crucial information: does it really clean the air and humidify well? Although we have not tested our air with any gauges to see if there is a marked difference, I can assuredly say that the air in our apartment is cleaner and definitely moister. The air even seems to smell cleaner. Our wooden floors creak when we don''t run the Ventas, and after a day of running them, they are silent. The truth is in the water: when we clean the Ventas and replace the additive every two weeks, the water is definitely filthy. The Ventas must be doing something right.

All in all, we have no regrets. These are simple, yet well-built humidifiers, albeit a little pricey. They are a little difficult to clean, but if you are even somewhat attentive and can follow directions, they should serve you well.

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We have two of these units. They work well and humidify efficiently and quietly. I find them easier to clean than other humidifiers and like the fact that I don''t have to buy filters that cost $20-$40 depending on the brand. I gave it three stars, because the fan mechanism seems to be poorly made. In both units the fan was defective and had to be replaced. The first did not engage the discs, while the second made a rattling noise. Venta sent me replacement parts without questions, however that should not happen at that price level.

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It''s of course bogus to point out the German social system as reason for the price. A free market is characterized by supply and demand setting the price. I asssume there is a free market in the U.S.?. What you effectively pay for in this humdifier is the idea and patent, not the material. It''s the same why an Armani suite costs 2000$ and why Microsoft Office costs more than the CD it is burned on.

I have this humidifier now for a year. I am an allergy sufferer and dry air makes it worse. I live in CA. Thye humidifier extends on the principle of what my Mom always recommended: Put a bowl with water in your room. Since it does not heat the air you don''t have problems with overheated air that then condenses on windows etc. The dryer the air the more it will pick up the humidity. It''s kind of self regulating.

It does the job for me. I measure it and I get usually a jump from 45% to 55% of humidity in my room. I personally think cleaning is very easy. You have to use their cleaner, I do it every 8 weeks or so. It''s true there will be mineral deposits on the air cleaner. I wipe them away every 2.5 months. It''s not a problem as you can dissassemble this thing completely.

I think this is the best humdifier out there. It avoids all the problems of heated humdifiers and it''s self regulation is ingenious. I don''t believe it does a good job of cleaning the air however. That''s why I have Friedrich B as well. BTW speaking of which it costs 500$ and is a set of metal plates with a fan made in the U.S.

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I purchased the smallest version, the LW 14, for the purpose of cleaning the air in a small kitchen without windows.

Air ionizers didn''t rid the air of the frying smells, but this appliance works.

The initial price is high, but not the cost to keep the Venta running. Water is cheap. Power consumption on highest setting is about 35 Watt. For whisper-quiet use in a bedroom a lower setting is better. Any air-con would be much louder anyways and drown out the Venta on the highest setting.

The motor used to power the machine is indeed very silent, and possible can''t be manufactured for 30$. The other components are ruggedly constructed and hopefully last many years.

The device can also be used for aromatherapy, which I''m just testing with some natural Mint oil against my cold.

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The Germ Guardian H-2000 is the best ultrasonic humidifier I''ve seen in a decade. But that only means that it works. The humidifier is well-crafted but thoughtlessly designed. I was pleased with a couple of ultrasonics that I had years ago. When their motors eventually died and I needed replacements, I found that ultrasonic humidifiers had all but disappeared from the market by the mid-1990s. So I bought evaporative humidifiers instead. The trouble with evaporatives is that they require a wick, which molds easily and pervasively and must be replaced at least every two weeks. That''s expensive. It costs me $150 per year to run each of my evaporative humidifiers. I''d rather have ultrasonics, which are less prone to mold, less expensive to operate, and quieter. When ultrasonic humidifiers reappeared on the market a few years ago, I bought some....and returned them all. They broke within weeks and left puddles on the floor.

This brings me to the Germ Guardian H-2000. If you want an ultrasonic humidifier that isn''t fit for the trash, you have to pay more than $100. This H-2000 seems to be well-made. Happily, you can set it directly on the floor if you like. I have run it for days sitting on hardwood, and the floor is not even damp. There are little compartments for storing the power cord and for the air filter. A small brush is provided for cleaning the inside of the unit, though I don''t know what use it would be. The humidifier barely makes a sound. The controls are straightforward. You choose cool or warm mist, then turn the humidity dial to the level of output you desire. A blue LED lights when the power is on, and a red LED indicates when the tank needs refilling. I''ve never had any trouble with white dust from this humidifier.

On the downside, the 1.4 gallon tank has a handle only on top, so it is difficult to balance the tank to fill it from the bottom. It''s also rounded on top, so you can''t set the tank down to fill it either. Remember the days when all humidifier tanks were flat on both ends and had a handle on each for ease of filling? No more. Usually ultrasonic humidifiers are easy to clean if they should mold, because all the innards are exposed. But the H-2000 has an optional warm mist, so water passes through a concealed channel as it goes from the tank to the vibrating disc, where it is presumably exposed to heating coils. You could run ammonia through the channel to kill mold, but there would be no way to remove slime. The tank is infused with silver nanoparticles to retard microbe growth, but machine''s body isn''t. Strange, because mold growth in humidifiers never starts in the tank. The on/off knob would benefit from some ridges. It''s so smooth that I can''t grip it unless my hands are perfectly dry.

The Germ Guardian H-2000 takes 30 hours to empty the 1.4 gallon tank with the humidifier set on its highest output. That''s an output of 0.047 gallons of water per hour. My evaporative humidifiers put 0.083 gallons per hour into the air, nearly twice as much. For this reason, the H-2000 is best suited to a small bedroom, placed close to the bed. In the "warm" mode, the water is heated to 80 degrees F. The mist is warm in the base, the column (spout guide), and where it comes out of the spout. But by the time it gets a couple of inches from the machine, the mist is cool. So I see little point in the warm mist feature. If you want an ultrasonic humidifier, I won''t try to dissuade you from this one. In spite of its deficiencies, it''s the best one I''ve found in recent years. But it''s only suitable for small rooms.

First, let me say that mirasreviews review was extremely accurate. With that said, I give this machine 3 stars because there is no warm mist. As already mentioned, by the time the mist is one inch away from the machine it is cold, so, what''s the point? Basically, this is a cold mist machine, and you should know that before you buy it. If you have anything within a foot of the spray, it will get soaked, especially if if you have selected the max setting. The directional spray is pretty good, however, I find it works best if the machine is a couple of feet off of the ground. It does not seem to force the humidified air far enough, so I set it on a table, and that does the trick. So far, we have not had any puddles or leaks of any kind. It is very quiet. Water capacity is good at 1.4 gallons, and does run for a long time if it is not on its maximum setting. We bought this because my daughter has croup and our pediatrician recommended trying a dehumidifier. We bought this one without much recommendation, mostly because the others (evaporative) we had broke. We have not had to give our daughter any of the steroid the doctor had prescribed, and she seems to be getting better (though we also let the steam build up with a hot shower running, and stay with her in there for 10-20 minutes). I do think this machine helps. My main reasons for only three stars are the lack of a true warm mist and the price. Oh, I should also note that it starts right away, no waiting. If I could, I would give it 3.5 stars. Again, I have to agree with another review, this is probably the best out there. I am satisfied (I have not been able to say that about other brands), however, I am not thrilled.

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I have asthma and allergies and have been looking high and low for a humidifier that does not breed mold, as so many of them do. So I splurged on this expensive digital model. I also wanted a reliable humidifier for my toddler''s room, in order to prevent wintertime coughs and colds.

Unfortunately, this humidifier is a great disappointment. It does not live up to its claims of being mold-free; quite to the contrary, the long air passage tube grew reddish mold very quickly. Water also inexplicably collects in the bottom white basin. I called the company to resolve the numerous problems with the humidifier, yet they did not give me satisfactory explanations (e.g., they told me that the water collection is normal, yet why should water collect in the basin of the humidifier? Isn''t that a prescription for mold growth?) Plus, as a previous poster noted, the screw holding one of the major components quickly rusted. I wish I had not spent so much money on this humidifier. I have returned to using the Vicks Warm Mist humidifier, which I used last winter and really liked, and only costs around $40.

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I like this humidifier because you can get your whole hand into the tank to wipe off any mold that accumulates. My previous humidifier had a tank with a tiny hole, so once mold got in there the whole thing had to be thrown in the garbage.

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This is a wonderful product. We run it every night and love it. One tank lasts about three nights. Easy to fill tank. Easy to figure out how to work--definitely user friendly. I''m a huge believer that this product helps to keep us from getting sick. The only problem I had was in the beginning I placed it on a folded towel and the humidifier would cut off after about an hour or so. I tried placing only one thickness of towel and it worked perfectly. I figure it was not level on the folded towel, therefore, automatically cutting off. The instructions didn''t say anything about this. Product cleans itself which is an extra plus.

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Air Injection Iron, Sulfur, and manganese Removal Oxidizing Water Filter

• Remove iron up to 27 ppm, Sulfur up to 17 ppm, Manganese up to 11 ppm
• Chemical Free!Nothing to add, all automatic
• Air injection creates pocket of air to super oxidize your water for optimal filtration
• Standard size system for whole house use
• Easy to install yourself with our instructions and some basic plumbing skills

i have had the unit for a couple for months now. i would like to say that it works great and i would recomend it to anyone with an iron problem. when i first got it, it didnt come with the instructions.... i contacted the vendor and they sent me a link to downlaod the files i needed.

its a great filter

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GE GXRTDR In-Line Refrigerator/Icemaker Filter Save $0.02 Off

• The GE GXRTDR inline filter reduces unpleasant taste and odor while minimizing dirt, rust and sediment
• The GE GXRTDR Inline Refrigerator Water Filter reduces chlorine taste and odor to deliver clean, delicious water to your refrigerator and icemaker
• The GE GXRTDR inline water filter has been tested and certified to NSF / ANSI Standard 42 for the reduction of Chlorine and Class V Particulates
• GE has discontinued the GXRTQR filter and recommends using the GE GXRTDR inline filter in its place
• The GE GXRTDR refrigerator filter life is up to 6 months or 2500 gallons depending on water usage and water quality

My wife bought the GXRTDR in-line water filter because the GXRTQR filter was no longer available and the box said it would work as a replacement. As far as I can tell, it will only work if your old tubing is 1/4 in. Mine is 1/2 in. There were adapter fittings for the GXRTQR so I never had any problem with replacing it. I tried to do an install, thinking that the stub of a tube inside the fitting would marry, but it was too short, so I had to put the old filter back on. I have to either replace the tubes on fridge & at the faucet, or find another filter.

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I bought the GXRTDR in-line water filter as a replacement to the GXRTQR filter. What a huge mistake! The old filter had a very secure connection. The new GXRTDR has a "quick-connect" style connector. (Ideally, you cut the tube and just stick it in the connector, and it automatically locks in-place. The connector is a little like a "Chinese Finger Trap" where you stick your fingers in a woven bamboo cylinder and your fingers won''t come out until you compress the weave.) Anyway, I''ve used quick-connectors at my work for many years and never had a problem, but I had never used this brand. I pulled the fridge out of its niche and followed the directions. I cut out my old filter hardware and installed the new filter. I let the water run to clear the initial carbon particles, and then I checked for leakage and the connectors seemed to be sealed. I put the refrigerator back in the niche and sometime that night, it sprung a leak at the internal o-ring seal. My kitchen is on the second floor, so the water leaked through the floor soaking the drywall ceiling in the bedroom below. It was a huge expensive, time-wasting mess.

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Like the above poster I got this filter to replace my previous GXRTQR inline filter.

My only complaint is that the outlet port for the water tubing was a pain in the neck to get to go up flush against the area it is supposed to. which resulted in water spurting everywhere. however once I got that in it worked fine.

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After years of buying those expensive GE filter cartridges $35 to $50, that the manufacturer hooks you into purchasing when they sell you their refrigerator, I put the blank plug that comes with the refrigerator in and installed this easy to install filter on the supply line in the rear of the refrigerator. Works great, and saves lots of money. I will definitely purchase more of these in the future. When initially installed the first gallon of water comes out black from the charcoal but once its flushed, it is a great filtration system.

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Our older ice maker in fridge doesn''t have a filter. After five years it corroded out. Now that I replace the filter ever six months in the new ice maker we haven''t had any issues.

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EHM 929 Alkaline Water Ionizer Combo Save 56% Off

I really like the machine. looks fancy and works great. Customer service staff is really helpful if you have troubles with installation. Believe me there is no need to buy so expensive alkaline machines, what you just need is alkaline water and this machine do really good job.

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Aqua-Pure AP110 Universal Whole House Filter Replacement Cartridge Save 18% Off

• Fine/Normal Sediment (5 Micron Nominal)
• Cartridge Dimensions: 9 3/4-Inch High-by-2 5/8-Inch Diameter
• Graded density for long life
• Rigid construction withstands stressful conditions
• Cold water only

We have used this filter element as a final filter for a machining coolant system. It is convenient to change and provides good filtering performance without falling apart from chemical reactions to the coolants we use.

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I''ve used these filters for several years now. Catches sediments, works great with my commercial system. At first, we used to replace it every 6 9 months (recommended) because the utility''s construction elsewhere on the lines caused dirty water to flow into our system. We haven''t had issues like that for a while now, so I replace it once a year.

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I use these filters for our well water system. It catches our gritty well water before it enters the bubbler (radon) and water softener. Filters were delivered on time and in original packaging. Good filters.

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This is an excellent whole house water filter. It is well constructed and lasts a long time. High marks all around.

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