do i have to add these to disilled water? is filtered water OK?
1247673
I use filtered water, but make sure that you only use a drop or two per glass full of water per day and be careful not to take an excessive amount. Your kidneys will thank you. You may need to add a little elderberry extract or something like that for flavor as this is not very pleasant tasting. But the minerals contained with a drop will definitely enhance your immune systems ability to protect you.
1247674
I added to distiller. Mom added to fresh well water. In both cases it turned the water an orangey brown color. In both cases the water tasted awful. Neither of us had any results from this product. I do NOT recommend this product. We both have had and continue to have good results from Cell Food by Lumina Health.
605823
In my opinion and what I have done thus far is use the filter. Notice I said filter and not filters. I have used one filter since I have owned the machine. I never change the filter and I doubt I would ever have to since it filters the freshly distilled water. Taste has not been affected and the only reason I can see for the filters is to ensure no particulates from the machinery would ever enter the water. That said, it should be impossible during the life of the machine for any particulates to break loose. These are copper pipes used for the distillation so the filters are either a money maker or just a fail safe is all.
283028
I don't believe you are supposed to as it will shorten the life of the filter. If you do, be sure to run cold water immediately after so as not to provide a nice environment for bacteria, algae, etc.
605819
It is my understanding the primary reason for the filters is to enhance the taste, and it certainly does that for me, and I prefer using them. Other than that, I don't think the filters are necessary. I recommend you refer to your original manual for further clarification
2277844
I would soak them in some treated water, such as Prime (Prime is the best). After you actually use them in the filter then be sure to use only tank water when rinsing them.
1652921
The instructions do not say you have to use distilled water, relying on their filter to keep out mineral build up, but clearly using distilled water would work better and you do not have to replace the filter at some point.
1763209
I use filtered water. My home has a whole house filtration system. As long as you rinse the base out weekly with vinegar and bleach monthly it is perfect. No issues and have used it for the past six months. Make sure you change out the charcoal filter as well. Directions tell you to do it monthly. I change mine quarterly.
1325670
I use filtered water and have no problems. I don't think I would use tap water.
1139610
you can use filtered tap water (like from a brita) . it works better than just tap water.
440209
I change them a little longer that the recommended times. We use the filtered water only for cooking and related things. There are two time frames: One filter will last one year plus and the other two should be changed every 6 months. As I said we try to wait a little longer. Maybe 8 months for the two and 14- to 16 months on the one. It really depends on use and the quality of your water.
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Please tell me more about this. We stopped using these filters when we noticed that when we boil the filtered water it becomes cloudy and stays cloudy. Our unfiltered city water does not turn cloudy when we boil it. Something is in the filters and is not noticeable until after the water is boiled. ThanksDavid
1699566
Yes. A filter is unnecessary. However, depending on whether your water source is full of minerals or organics, you might want to add a filter. I added a filter.
1187979
I don't know. I stopped using them a long time ago and just use my own filtered water.
1524051
Yes. You should check the recommendations regarding filtration of non-potable water though.
776930
the company advises you to use non-chlorinated water. i only use spring water. Perhaps filtered water, but you it might also need to be fluoride free
1325669
I only use distilled water. There is an element that can be cleaned, so I would assume if you took a paper towel with some rubbing alcohol and cleaned it every few days it would be okay.
2214707
Yes, you can. If you like the taste of the water from your refrigerator, go for it! These filters are optional.