Can this fiter filter the dirty water? Such as water in the river? What kind of water can it filter?
359457
It is intended to filter tapwater to remove chlorine and other stuff in the water. It is not intended (to my knowledge) for filtering dirty river water.
359458
No. This filter is designed to remove most chlorine deposits and taste associated with additives in regular tap water. These filters/bottle should only be used with tap water. If you are looking for water purification you should go into the camping/hiking section(s) for options.
731112
I use a very stiff brush and scrub the filter with this brush while holding it under the facet with the water running. To save water you can put water in a large bowl and scrub the filter like that.
665756
Mine clogs every two gallons filtering bottled or tap water I fear what it might be like to use this on dirty water. Clean is a breeze though.
1742520
No, it will not filter water but it is a very good particulate filter.I use this filter just upstream of my water separating filter.
7646
It does filter some types of chemicals. I bought it to filter water in a survival situation, so I mainly wanted it to filter protozoa and the like. I would suggest some type of charcoal filter system for better tasting water and chemical filtering. I must tell you that I am no expert. I only know what I have read. I hope this helps.
472452
We use county tap water and/or reverse osmosis water. It has a filter. I assumed it's purpose is to filter impurities. If you are using well water with a high iron content, that may reduce the life of the filter.
957938
This is a paper sediment filter. It does not "condition" the water like a reverse osmosis filter does.
129375
No obvious filter, but a spongy plastic material surrounds the motor housing.About 2 inches water depth is OK,
1102060
No - the Brita filter is basically carbon which will filter out chlorine or make hard water taste better. River water has bacteria so it has to be disinfected, not just filtered. There are heavy duty filters that take out more, and there are pills you can add to purify water. I haven't used them. You can probably get more information from a camping equipment store.
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Filter - I know nothing about being able to use a filter and to my knowledge the manual mentions nothing about being able to use a filter. Maybe one could adapt a filter for it. I either buy Spring water, pre-filtered water or I filter water through my Brita filter to fill my jugs. BJ
1367281
Sorry, it only takes out particles. If they are iron they will be held in filter, but the water will still flow over them.
1246037
I can say this filter is not for "biologically unsafe" water. I'd talk to an outfit that sells nothing but filters.
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It is supposed to filter Cryptosporidium. I can only say I have not had a problem. But, I do not know if the water contained this or not. I do not know where you are going to be. Higher elevation run off water seems to have less to worry about. To be safe or if you are going to be in an area that has very poor water quality, I would use the filter and a chemical treatment together. There are some very inexpensive treatment tablets that are light and will ensure that you have everything from parasites AND bacteria covered.
234429
Yes. This filter can turn mud into potable water. Tasting good is another issue. In desperate times, as long as you have water, you can get past the taste.
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We use this filter for water coming n from our well. The fine sand can kill pressure washers and clog water sprinkler systems. This filter works well. It used to be carried by Lowes but no longer. We got ours through Amazon. It arrived very quickly. Great service.
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Normally not. The unit has a onboard filter included. You can always call us at 1 800 560-0436 to consult with a representative about your water quality.
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HI Ruth,the pump does not have a filter.If you need to pump the water more than 12" high I would suggest a little bigger pump.