Review of Performance
Written: Feb 17 '05
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Pros: Performs as advertized.
Cons: Replacemant filter and membranes expensive and not always available.
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| dcww's Full Review: Kenmore Ultrafilter 500 Reverse Osmosis Drinking W... |
I have utilized this system in a high water hardness area downstream of a Sears water softener system. The system has performed satisfactorly and I have tested the water for hardness and iron and the results has shown a very low level of both hardness and iron in the water from the unit. I have needed to change the pre filter about every 3 months as the well water supply contains significant dirt and iron that the whole house filter and the water softener upstream of the RO unit does not remove. I am finding the filter costs rather expensive at around $25 per filter. In addition, I cannot find a replacement RO membrane unit. They are not available in my local Sears store. I have not been able to find them on the internet at either the Sears web site and Kenmore does not appear to have its own site. This could be a big problem if and when my RO membrane expires. With the very bad water that I am trying to improve, this could be at any time.
Recommended:
Yes
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