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TYPE OF FILTER

2-Canister Countertop Unit. Countertop filters do not require a plumber.

FOR WHAT CIRCUMSTANCES?

Anyone can use this, but because it simply screws onto the kitchen faucet (no plumber needed), people in apartments generally get a countertop unit. Appropriate for municipal systems.

THERE IS NO DIFFERENCE IN FILTRATION BETWEEN UNDER COUNTER AND COUNTER TOP FILTERS.

ALL of our filters take out chlorine. If you have chloramine, you need a filter that specifies it filters chloramine. If you don't have chloramine in your water, don't spend the extra money to take it out! Call your water supply company or do a web search for your Water Quality Report to see if it lists chlorine or chloramine. (And to see if your water is fluoridated.)

COMMENTS

* Folks, don't wait until you are frightened by some particular contaminant proven to be in your drinking water the day they tested it. We know for a fact there are hundreds of them. Get quality kitchen filters that work on all the categories of contaminant.

* Fluoride is the active ingredient in rat poison and Prozac. Learn more about why you want to Remove Fluoride .

* If your municipality uses chloramines not chlorine, we suggest that you get a filter that targets chloramines, which are harder to remove. (You want EITHER a chlorine- or chloramine-targeting filter.)

WHAT IS FILTERED?

This unit delivers excellent water filtration, the same as the 2-canister undercounter fluoride plus water filter.

This much filter media has been shown to remove FLUORIDE at 90% and better over time. Customers have reported no fluoride coming through even after 6 and 7 months.

The filter materials in this filter, in the amounts included, have been shown to effectively filter:

* chromium 6
* chlorine
* chlorination byproducts
* perchlorate
* sediment
* mtbe
* chemical pharmaceuticals
* organic pharmaceuticals
* ecoli
* algae
* molds
* scale
* bad taste
* odors
* hundreds of other contaminants.

The FDA has certified KDF and all the filter media used in all filters we sell as releasing nothing harmful into the water. The EPA has certified KDF as compliant with Standards 61 & 42.

This filter works on all the categories of contaminants. To see a sample list of contaminants filtered, see What Is Filtered? .

HOW DOES IT WORK?

These have more filter material than others, which results in more filtration!

There is excellent strong water flow through this water filter and all of our filters.

Water flows freely through each of the different filter media. Bacteria cannot grow in the carbon because of copper-zinc kdf. The best-of-all-worlds filtering - takes out the bad, leaves healthy trace elements.

* a full pound and a half of activated alumina (no, this is not aluminum and does not leach aluminum);
* kdf
* sediment filters
* a full pound (453 grams) of top-quality prewashed granulated carbon.

There are 6 filter stages in this unit, using multiple filtration methods. The types of filtration include 'pore opening', magnetics, catalytic action using reduction-oxidation, electroplating, ion exchange, reshaping of hardness ions and adsorption. An environment harmful to bacteria, algae and fungus is created. The water acts softer.

To see an FAQ, click on: Frequently Asked Questions.

For lots more information click on Fluoride Water Filters .

WHAT IS INCLUDED?

Everything you need is included.

* FREE SHIPPING in the lower 48 states. * *
* Fluoride filter cartridge - FR-1
* Standard KR101N filter cartridge
* Adapters to be sure it fits your faucet
* Plastic wrench to make changing cartridges easy

SPECS

* Fits any kitchen faucet that isn't a sprayer
* No installation needed - just screw it onto the faucet
* The canisters and the filter media inside are all top quality
* 11.75" tall x 9" wide x 4.5" deep
* Excellent strong water flow through the filters
* Change filters once a year for optimal filtration
.............. Replacement media for this filter and every filter is listed to the left under "Related Items".

TESTIMONIALS

"I bought a countertop filter from you about 7 months ago and I LOVE it."

... ... ... ... TB, North Carolina

* Below is part of a testimonial from a customer who got the chrome finish version of this filter:

"Our city water is chlorinated and fluorinated, the taste was not very good and the quantity of water I drink as well as my husband and family the cost of bottled water really adds up. I researched the web in search of a water purification system. I really didn't want to bother with interrupting my plumbing, I just wanted something that was easy to install and remain on my countertop. I came upon friendsofwater.com and found just what I was looking for, a countertop multiple stage system that attached to my faucet and could stay on my countertop. I had the best of both worlds.

I was satisfied that this system satisfied my needs and also purchased systems for my parents (they are senior citizens who also should not be drinking water with fluoride and chlorine in it and can't afford to keep buying bottled water.) The water filters arrived in less than a week. We installed the systems; talk about easy installation without a plumber. In less then 10 minutes had the freshest tasting water. We all agreed this was even better than our bottled water and now coming from our tap and with good pressure. We also liked that after turning off the system the faucet was fully usable for washing dishes, etc.

I hope this helps anyone who is searching for something like this for their family. I would recommend this company to anyone."

... ... ... ... Sincerely, Janine Pusti M.D.

* Another customer has an extreme allergic reaction to chlorine. Her hair even starts falling out when she is exposed to it. She tests her water so that she knows right away when chlorine starts to break through. She let us know that after more than 10 months there is still no chlorine in her water.

CHOOSE

EVERY countertop unit has a diverter that screws onto the end of your faucet. Below, let us know if you prefer a RETURN DIVERTER that brings the water back to your kitchen faucet OR a SPOUT off the filter. The question is: Do you want filtered water to come out of the kitchen faucet or a spout on the side of the filter?  Both are pictured.  See the pictures of the two diverters - single for if you get a spout; double if you don't.

WARRANTIES

* You may return any friendsofwater.com purchase within 90 days for a full refund.
* Housing prorated 5-year guarantee.