Filtrete - Standard Under Sink Quick Change Water Filtration System 3US-AS01 - White

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• Rated 5 out of 5 stars

  Easy Filtered Water Solution

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  I live in an area with pretty good water quality. Our water for the most part tastes pretty good and scores fairly well (per EWG’s Tap Water Database). The water still contains contaminants but are all eliminated by a carbon filter. This is where the Filtrete Standard Under Sink system comes into play. The standard system uses a carbon filter rated to 5 microns. Their marketing line is “Better tasting water,” and they advertise that the system reduces sand, soil, rust, and sediment to 5 microns. The whole system mounts under your sink and taps into your existing faucet piping. The whole install is pretty easy, especially if you have ever replaced a faucet. The system comes with the filter mount, (2) 3/8” blue flexible water lines (about 2-2.5’ long each), 3/8” water supply line adapter, and 3/8” water supply fittings. As it comes packaged, the kit includes everything you need to hook up to a sink that uses 3/8” standard fittings. If your sink uses ½” supply lines then you will need to pick up a ½” to 3/8” adapter from your hardware store (a cheap part that runs a couple of bucks). To do the install I started with the instruction manual which laid out all the steps. I shut off the water supply for my cold water at the ¼” turn supply shutoff under my sink. I opened my faucet up to let the water drain out into the sink as much as possible. I found a good location to attach the filter mount under my sink – good access to replace the filter and an easy route path for the supply lines. Keep note that you need at least 2.5” below the bottom of the filter to allow for easy removal – if you plan to upgrade to the Advanced or Max you need to leave around 5.5” since those filters are about 3” longer. Once this was mounted I disconnected the water supply from my faucet, letting it drain out into a bowl I had underneath. I connected the 3/8” water supply line adapter to the line going up to the faucet. From there I used the includes blue lines to press the tube ends into the appropriate fitting on the mount and to the supply line adapter. The last step was to assemble the fittings on the second blue line and attach it to the water supply. The other end of the line gets pushed into the remaining port of the filter mount. From here I tightened all of the fittings down, and then turned on the water. I let the water run for 5 minutes, per the manual, and check for leaks. Once it was good I closed everything up, and enjoyed a fresh glass of water. A few things to note. If the included lines are too long you can cut them down. You will need a pipe cutter or a sharp utility knife to cut a flat and smooth face. It is critical that it is flat and smooth for the seals to work. Another thing when you got to replace the filter you need a bowl or towel underneath when you unscrew it. A small amount of water will leak when you first unscrew it. Last if you have trouble with getting your shutoff valve to actually shutoff then you will need to turn off the water to your house at the main. When I replaced my faucet my hot wouldn’t shut off, so I stacked another shutoff valve – threaded inlet style - on top of it instead of replacing the old valve (it was braised and I didn’t want to deal with that). I did this without shutting off the main since the old valve would slow the flow to a trickle – I just had to be fast with installing the new valve on top. Not the proper way, but it worked for me. Speaking of water quality I do have to say I really like the taste of my original tap water. The mineral content was pretty good and it just had a good taste. The difference with the filter though is subtle, but really good taste. The mineral content is reduced for sure, which should help with the hard water buildup I get around my sink. I can taste the difference, and the water is smoother tasting. I also have a faucet that isn’t compatible with the traditional Brita screw on filters, so this was the only way for me to get a filtered water solution on my sink. Overall, I am happy with the taste, which is excellent. The install only took 15 minutes, and it looks like a pretty slick solution. The filter lasts about 6 months, and replacements are pretty affordable and easy to swap out. Also, my water flow rate did not appear to be impacted at all by the filter.

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  Posted 4 years ago by DaveW

• Rated 5 out of 5 stars

  Works great with separate water dispenser!

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  The Filitrete Under Sink Water filtration system was put in to replace our old costly rain water treatment system. Now I can't speak to the levels of each chemical in our water - but I can speak to the taste and clarity of the water. It is crystal clear and the taste is great. It was very easy for my husband to install and has worked great for us. We actually saw an increase in water flow in our dispenser. I would recommend!

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  Posted 4 years ago by jpatterson34

• Rated 5 out of 5 stars

  Fast and Easy Installation

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  THE BREAKDOWN: This 3M Filtrete standard under-the-sink water filtration kit is super easy to install and maintain. Installation was very easy along with the step-by-step instructions. If you can use a screwdriver and wrench this project should be very fast and simple. All the items needed for the kit to work was included in the package. This filtration filter is good for approximately 6 moths or 2,000 gal of water. After you install the filter you need to turn on the water and let it run for about 10 minutes to clear the filter and lines. To remove the filter is a simple quarter turn process. I have had zero leaks with this kit thus far. I did not see any decrease in water pressure after installing this product. This product did an excellent job of filtering as I did not notice any off-tasting water. This filter is supposed to reduce chlorine taste & odor, sand, soil, silt, rust, and sediment (5 micron). It also maintains a flow rate of 2.25 gallons per minute. PRO’s: -Fast easy installation -Had all the necessary parts to install -No loss of flow rate CON’s: -None SUMMARY: Overall, this product worked well and as intended, and I would recommend this to a friend if they are in the market for device like this.

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  Posted 4 years ago by Ohanaman