The recent dry weather, we are not drinking water more often? To be honest, drinking water health this matter, most people may not have been how to think about it, especially the home installed water purifier friends, always feel that there is a bottom of it, you can just drink, just use. However, you really understand the water purifier? Especially inside the inconspicuous small parts - cartridge, it is not installed once and for all things! If used incorrectly, not only can not play a role in water purification, and may even be on the health of buried hidden dangers.
Today, Susan will talk to you about the water filter cartridge replacement of those common misconceptions, I hope that after reading, you can do to have a clear idea of the heart, with more peace of mind.
Misunderstanding one: the cartridge can still be used, and then wait to change it Many friends have this idea: “The filtered water looks quite clean ah, the cartridge should be able to hold out for a while, right?” In fact, this “seeing is believing” idea on the water purifier does not work. Why? Because we can not see those hidden in the water impurities and pollutants, such as heavy metals, bacteria, viruses and so on. Once the cartridge reaches the end of its life, it is like a net bag stuffed with garbage, there is no more space to intercept new dirt. What's more, some aging cartridges will even release the previously adsorbed pollutants back into the water, so isn't it a waste of time to drink it? To give you a reminder, each filter has a corresponding service life, such as activated carbon generally 3-6 months need to be replaced, and reverse osmosis membrane can last up to two or three years, but the premise is to use the environment is normal. If the water consumption at home is particularly large or the quality of tap water is not good, then you have to be mentally prepared in advance, the change or have to change!
Tip: Every time you come into contact with a newly purchased packaged cartridge, you can first look at the recommended use period on the manual, while recording the date you installed it. So that you won't forget it later because it's been too long~
Myth 2: I bought a high-end machine, do not have to worry about these problems, right “My machine is very expensive ah, more than 10,000 dollars, this problem certainly will not happen! But the fact is not so yo! No matter how high-end your water purifier, how intelligent, it can not be separated from the core of the link - cartridge, only the high-end models may be equipped with a stronger performance, more durable materials. However, even more awesome technology, can not stop time and dirt on them to cause wear and tear. For example, even if you drive a luxury car, if you never maintain, do not refuel, it can still run? By the same token, high-end models do not mean maintenance-free. In daily use, if you ignore the cleaning and timely replacement of the cartridge, even the top equipment will slowly lose its usefulness. So, no matter how much your machine costs, it's important to regularly check and update key components! Don't let the word “expensive” blind you.
Tip: Pay attention to the indicator light on the machine or the app reminder function (if available), many high-end models will automatically remind users when it is time to change the filter cartridge, very thoughtful. However, do not rely entirely on reminders, because sometimes the sensor may be interfered with resulting in a delay in the warning, or to develop the habit of active inspection is more reliable.
Myth 3: universal universal filter, so save money ! I have to say, there are really a lot of so-called “universal” or “universal alternative” cheap cartridge on the market, look at the price is really tempting, but do you know the risk behind this product? Genuine brand design of each model will be based on different needs to choose specific specifications and materials, and these miscellaneous brands of generic products often can not really match the original requirements, not only the filtering effect is discounted, but also may cause damage to the internal structure or even water leakage. Some time ago, there is a netizen private letter to me, said he wanted to save some money to buy a set of cheap alternative to the original parts, used a week after the discovery of the water volume becomes smaller, and the taste is strange. Opened to find that the new cartridge has actually been moldy and hairy ...... listening to really scared out of a cold sweat! So don't try to cheaply choose the wrong way, for the family's drinking safety considerations, must give priority to choose the appropriate model and certified big brand products!
Tip: When buying a new cartridge, you can directly contact the official after-sales department of the water purifier to ask for the recommended model; if you buy online, carefully check the credibility of the merchant as well as the evaluation of other consumers, not afraid of the trouble of confirming a few times more than spending money to repair the machine after the fact cost-effective ~!
How to tell if the purification effect at home is OK?
In addition to replacing it on time, you can also test whether the quality of your own drinking water is up to standard through some simple methods:
1. Observe the color and smell: under normal circumstances, the filtered purified water should be colorless and tasteless, if you find abnormalities (such as yellowing, odor), you need to immediately investigate the cause.
2. Test the TDS value: you can buy a TDS pen to measure the value, generally speaking, the lower the better, but the specific standard also need to refer to the local tap water conditions.
3. Pay attention to the body's reaction: If your family members have skin allergies, gastrointestinal problems and other symptoms, you should also suspect that the drinking link is not a problem!
Written here, I believe you already understand that replacing the water purifier cartridge is never a small thing that can be lazy. Although it sounds troublesome, but as long as you develop good maintenance habits, in fact, it is not so complicated. And compared to the potential risks associated with health hazards, this small investment is really worth it!
Finally, Susan once again friendly reminder to everyone, the article collection, the next time you come across a tangled partner remember to forward to the your friends to learn together ~ hope we can all be assured of good drinking pure good water!
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