Can I assume this descaler device is, in practice, a magnetic water run-through, in which case I could buy a permanent magnetic descaler instead?
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Your question is over my head. I'm a handy do-it-yourselfer and pretty well versed in the general workings of many things, but I suggest that you contact the manufacturer in England (google eddy) for your answer. They are great to work with and respond promptly.
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Electromagnetic radiation does not do anything to water, except for the electromagnetic systems that cost many hundreds of thousands of dollars. This device does not do anything to water; permanent magnets do not do anything to water either.
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I don't know how this compares to a permanent (static) magnet. This academic paper would lead one to believe that a static magnetic field (as produced by a permanent magnet) does have an effect: http://www.ecaa.ntu.edu.tw/weifang/water/Magnetic%20water%20treatment.pdf .
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It involves magnetic field generation but the disolved minerals only change properties based on specific Mhz and opposite polarities. So a magnet won't do anything.
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Yes we are useing EDDY now . I do not know if a permanent magnetic would work as well as eddy does ........
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There are tablets and liquid decalcifiers. Saeco sells them on their site or if you're near a Bed Bath Beyond they usually carry bottles of Durgol Swiss which I prefer. The machine's cleaning menu will instruct you on how to descale. It's very easy and important to do! Although I don't use an AquaPrimer filter, I have filtered water throughout my home and still descale once per month.
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This is NOT a water softener. That said, there is probably a minor bit of softening occurring as it does its iron removal. But if you have high iron, this is ideal in combination with a softener, as the softener by itself isn't as efficient at iron removal as this unit is. If you don't already have a water test analysis by an independent lab---then get one and have it available when you make system decisions for your household water. test run 100- 200 dollars, but worth the investment. Be wary of companies that are selling softening/filter equipment who offer you "free" water analysis. That presents a clear conflict of interest. This is NOT a water softener. That said, there is probably a minor bit of softening occurring as it does its iron removal. But if you have high iron, this is ideal in combination with a softener, as the softener by itself isn't as efficient at iron removal as this unit is. If you don't already have a water test analysis by an independent lab---then get one and have it available when you make system decisions for your household water. test run 100- 200 dollars, but worth the investment. Be wary of companies that are selling softening/filter equipment who offer you "free" water... » Read More This is NOT a water softener. That said, there is probably a minor bit of softening occurring as it does its iron removal. But if you have high iron, this is ideal in combination with a softener, as the softener by itself isn't as efficient at iron removal as this unit is. If you don't already have a water test analysis by an independent lab---then get one and have it available when you make system decisions for your household water. test run 100- 200 dollars, but worth the investment. Be wary of companies that are selling softening/filter equipment who offer you "free" water analysis. That presents a clear conflict of interest. « Show Less
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I had one of those too and it was a terrific steam iron. The switch on mine finally gave up too and the repair store I took it to said that parts for that model are no longer available. Which is why I moved to the new model. Unfortunately, the new model does not even come close to the performance of the old one. It spits lots of water no matter how many times I clear the line (the manufacturer recommends 10 to 15 blasts to clear the line -- every time you pick it up -- inconvenient, to put it mildly). I'm looking desperately for some other steam generator iron. I won't be buying Rowenta anytime soon. I had one of those too and it was a terrific steam iron. The switch on mine finally gave up too and the repair store I took it to said that parts for that model are no longer available. Which is why I moved to the new model. Unfortunately, the new model does not even come close to the performance of the old one. It spits lots of water no matter how many times I clear the line (the manufacturer recommends 10 to 15 blasts to clear the line -- every time you pick it up -- inconvenient, to put it mildly). I'm looking desperately for some other steam generator iron. I won't be buying Rowenta... » Read More I had one of those too and it was a terrific steam iron. The switch on mine finally gave up too and the repair store I took it to said that parts for that model are no longer available. Which is why I moved to the new model. Unfortunately, the new model does not even come close to the performance of the old one. It spits lots of water no matter how many times I clear the line (the manufacturer recommends 10 to 15 blasts to clear the line -- every time you pick it up -- inconvenient, to put it mildly). I'm looking desperately for some other steam generator iron. I won't be buying Rowenta anytime soon. « Show Less
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It's not magnetic. I feel like this water kettle will be my last one I buy. I love it!
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You might not be able to tell that the machine needs descaling until it's too late. I ruined my first Gaggia by not descaling. If the flow starts getting slow it might be a sign of mineral build up. It's best to descale regularly to avoid that. How frequently to descale depends on the hardness (mineral content) of your water. The Gaggia UK site says every 2 months, my Gaggia manual says every 3 - 4 months. We have soft water (from a reservoir) and I use a Brita filter (which doesn't remove the minerals, I don't think) and I descale every 2 to 3 months. And yes it is safe to use on Silvia and all coffee makers. Hope you're enjoying your Silvia. You might not be able to tell that the machine needs descaling until it's too late. I ruined my first Gaggia by not descaling. If the flow starts getting slow it might be a sign of mineral build up. It's best to descale regularly to avoid that. How frequently to descale depends on the hardness (mineral content) of your water. The Gaggia UK site says every 2 months, my Gaggia manual says every 3 - 4 months. We have soft water (from a reservoir) and I use a Brita filter (which doesn't remove the minerals, I don't think) and I descale every 2 to 3 months. And yes it is safe to use on Silvia... » Read More You might not be able to tell that the machine needs descaling until it's too late. I ruined my first Gaggia by not descaling. If the flow starts getting slow it might be a sign of mineral build up. It's best to descale regularly to avoid that. How frequently to descale depends on the hardness (mineral content) of your water. The Gaggia UK site says every 2 months, my Gaggia manual says every 3 - 4 months. We have soft water (from a reservoir) and I use a Brita filter (which doesn't remove the minerals, I don't think) and I descale every 2 to 3 months. And yes it is safe to use on Silvia and all coffee makers. Hope you're enjoying your Silvia. « Show Less
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i have a Cuisinart permanent filter that works much better. The Mr Coffee on has a solid bottom and the Cuisinart is gold mesh on the sides and bottom allowing for better water flow. Hope this helps.
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Typically, "NO." 1). The field of the permanent magnet is too weak to propagate very far beyond the ferrite attaching surface. What DOES propogate is significantly deminished. 2). The magntic field will "distort" -- to follow the attaching surface. 3). Modern, QUALITY electronics are generally sheilded as a part of their design. You are much MORE vulnerable to the "Vagaries" in your line power -- a result of a decaying, ill-maintained infrastructure.
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This is the only item like this I have come across. It does remove quite a bit of water however on some items you have to still wringing to do (jeans). The pod is basically an oversized salad spinner with a drain.
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This product doesn't eliminate scale, so as long as you can remove it from plumbing fixtures with your fingernail, the descaler is working. I've had mine for a year and a half, and it still works perfectly.
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If you've gone through all the cleaning steps described in the manual, it seems it might be time for descaling. The procedure is explained in the manual, and you could use something like DeLonghi EcoDecalk: De'Longhi EcoDeCalk Natural Descaler for Coffee MachinesHope this helps.
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No, it's not a desalinator. It removes some chemicals and all virus and bacteria from drinking water
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Yes, and you will continue to see this. It's the minerals from your water. You have to clean and descale it regularly, using either vinegar or citric acid. A tablespoon or two of vinegar in your water when it begins to get flaky or when the sides of the unit begin to look frosted. Run the unit through a cycle, drain it, then run at least two more loads of just water through it. Should remove all the scale. I usually do this about once every two months. Also the little filter on the floor of the inside of the unit, the steel mesh one, comes off and should be scrubbed with a toothbrush or something similar to unclog it.
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I purchased mine from Amazon and it came with an Extended Multi-Purpose Platform. I don't understand the question about a "magnetic" platform. My platform is a removable one.
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This machine uses a large, 5 gallon bottle of purified drinking water. Based on your question, I think that you are looking for something different.
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From my home work-yes, BUT I have since thrown both of them in the trash. I wrote a review that stated why but in the end the weight was off, to lite, the water passed through as fast as when the filter was bypassed and I felt the water was not properly filtered. In the end I spent a little more and bought a couple of Maytag brand which also fit our Kitchen Aid. And now the water flows at the same rate as when the refer was new.
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OK, I'm not a scientist, but I believe it is some type of 'ion exchange' in the water molecules. I bought & used a similar item about 35 years ago. It worked and this one seems to work also. I got the average $30 one and then bought the larger $75 one (price varies) and use them both. It takes 30 to 60 days to see results. With the money back guarantee, give it a try. WARNING!! These magnets are very "STRONG" and clamp together in a heartbeat, as my bandaged finger will attest to.