Anyone tried one of these in the MH? Alternative to using bottled water?

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Has anyone tried one of the lifesaver Jerry can and if so how good or bad was it. I have been looking at them just recently.
 
We do, fitted on bathroom tap for brushing teeth we also fill the kettle from that tap
 
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Morning all, for DBK, very interesting, great installation. Out of interest do you test the filtered water with a TDS meter? I started filtering potable water and read up about the process. Readings “before“ could be in excess of 400ppm, their data, very high, after, 0 to 1ppm. Manufacturer reccomending changing the filter element when it reached 6ppm! The water locally, not all that far from you is 30-40ppm straight out of the cold tap, very good, and for my taste acceptable for drinking normally.
When I started experimenting in Spain I encountered readings in excess of 600ppm!! I surveyed from North to South during the trip and decided on a cost basis (the filter elements are costly) it was less expensive to purchase mineral water from the local shops. Not convenient, as you have to carry it and store it as well. The best potable water I tested in Spain was in excess of 400ppm.
I am aware the water in Spain has massive amounts of Calcium and Magnesium with the associated problems for equipment such as kettles, dishwashers, washing machines, and shower heads/taps etc. I fitted a water softener in a property we owned and the results were stunning! I am well aware that parts of the UK have the same problems having worked in Bath in a former life!!
You were more concerned about bacteria I think from reading your paper, I just wondered it you had any before and after data? TDS meters are inexpensive and the results do make you think!!!

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We had a filter in our previous van. Never used it. Personally still don't like the idea of drinking water from the tank filtered or not.
Mind you I don't drink water anyway.. just gin :giggle:
 
hayabusabart said:
We had a filter in our previous van. Never used it. Personally still don't like the idea of drinking water from the tank filtered or not.
Mind you I don't drink water anyway.. just gin :giggle:
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Agree about not liking the idea of drinking tank water no matter how it has been filtered. When outside the UK we buy 5 ltr plastic bottles for drinking/Coffee machine/cleaning teeth. Tank used for Washing up shower - not at the same time!
 
I met a young German man and his family in Portugal who had made what looked like a pretty good system if you're into filtered water, he had two filters fitted to filter all the water going into his fresh water tank, no need for extra taps, etc, and they were showering in filtered water too. It had a meter to count litres for filter changes or cleaning. Perhaps a bit ott but he was very happy with it.
 
Clankie said:
Morning all, for DBK, very interesting, great installation. Out of interest do you test the filtered water with a TDS meter? I started filtering potable water and read up about the process. Readings “before“ could be in excess of 400ppm, their data, very high, after, 0 to 1ppm. Manufacturer reccomending changing the filter element when it reached 6ppm! The water locally, not all that far from you is 30-40ppm straight out of the cold tap, very good, and for my taste acceptable for drinking normally.
When I started experimenting in Spain I encountered readings in excess of 600ppm!! I surveyed from North to South during the trip and decided on a cost basis (the filter elements are costly) it was less expensive to purchase mineral water from the local shops. Not convenient, as you have to carry it and store it as well. The best potable water I tested in Spain was in excess of 400ppm.
I am aware the water in Spain has massive amounts of Calcium and Magnesium with the associated problems for equipment such as kettles, dishwashers, washing machines, and shower heads/taps etc. I fitted a water softener in a property we owned and the results were stunning! I am well aware that parts of the UK have the same problems having worked in Bath in a former life!!
You were more concerned about bacteria I think from reading your paper, I just wondered it you had any before and after data? TDS meters are inexpensive and the results do make you think!!!
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TDS = total dissolved solids. It doesn't test for anything that might do you harm. Or does it?
 
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Jev88 said:
Yes, that was the one in my opening thread. only 1micron filter though, 0.5micron is advised to filter certain micro-organisms. Not that we wild camp as such but checking what others have used.
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Hi, I was replying to your original thread. You asked if anyone used one of these , we do and don't buy bottled water anymore. Used it all over Spain and never had a problem with water since I fitted it . (y):giggle:

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Clankie said:
Morning all, for DBK, very interesting, great installation. Out of interest do you test the filtered water with a TDS meter? I started filtering potable water and read up about the process. Readings “before“ could be in excess of 400ppm, their data, very high, after, 0 to 1ppm. Manufacturer reccomending changing the filter element when it reached 6ppm! The water locally, not all that far from you is 30-40ppm straight out of the cold tap, very good, and for my taste acceptable for drinking normally.
When I started experimenting in Spain I encountered readings in excess of 600ppm!! I surveyed from North to South during the trip and decided on a cost basis (the filter elements are costly) it was less expensive to purchase mineral water from the local shops. Not convenient, as you have to carry it and store it as well. The best potable water I tested in Spain was in excess of 400ppm.
I am aware the water in Spain has massive amounts of Calcium and Magnesium with the associated problems for equipment such as kettles, dishwashers, washing machines, and shower heads/taps etc. I fitted a water softener in a property we owned and the results were stunning! I am well aware that parts of the UK have the same problems having worked in Bath in a former life!!
You were more concerned about bacteria I think from reading your paper, I just wondered it you had any before and after data? TDS meters are inexpensive and the results do make you think!!!
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It is bugs I'm trying to filter out, not dissolved salts. I'm happy to just take the filter on trust. It won't remove everything, none of them are 100% efficient and a few things might slip through but my body should be able to cope with a low dose of something. It is a high dose which might overwhelm.
 
Vic. Parsons. said:
he had two filters fitted to filter all the water going into his fresh water tank
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The problem with that is you are filtering all the chlorine out which is what keeps the water safe. Much safer to filter at the point of use.
 
We have a filter by General Ecology on the boat. Amazing product. Water tastes wonderful and we’ve never had to worry about nasties since fitting it. I plan to fit one in the MH as well.
 
Jev88 said:
Looks okay but do you know the filter specifications? What micron of filtration is offered? Tried looking at their website and doesn't actually tell you.
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I dot use their filter or housing. I have a 10" housing with a very fine 10" filter - I can't remember the spec.

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ManTheVan said:
We have a filter by General Ecology on the boat. Amazing product. Water tastes wonderful and we’ve never had to worry about nasties since fitting it. I plan to fit one in the MH as well.
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Thats the one there has been all the problems with. The importer was selling the non-bactirial filters and not telling anyone our leader Jim took them to task over it.
 
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Hi Lenny HB and eddievanbitz. Can you direct me to the thread about the Nature Pure importer selling non-bacterial replacement cartridges? The replacements are numbered so it should be possible to check whether it’s the right one or not? Also, the non-microbial filters are much cheaper, so that’s a good starting point. I’d be interested in reading the thread, though, as have been a satisfied GE user for years.
 
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Hi Lenny HB and eddievanbitz. Can you direct me to the thread about the Nature Pure importer selling non-bacterial replacement cartridges? The replacements are numbered so it should be possible to check whether it’s the right one or not? Also, the non-microbial filters are much cheaper, so that’s a good starting point. I’d be interested in reading the thread, though, as have been a satisfied GE user for years.
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The original thread is no longer available but if you are worried I would replace your filter with a new one. The "rogue" filters were lighter than they should have been so this might be a way to tell - but I suspect this won't work if the filter has been used.
 
What a shame the thread has been deleted!

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For the little pure water that we use a couple of bottles suffice,
We carry 5 ltr of fresh tap water for boiling to tea coffee etc, and cooking, and tooth brushing.
Never let water from tank anywhere near our mouths, 20 year old tank, which is cleaned regularly, but not taking any chances there !!
 
I just cut the line from the pump and put a filter cartridge inline. Takes about 10 min to swop roughly every 6 months. It does not remove bacteria, but the kettle stays "fur free" longer and the Chlorine is not as evident.
We have always used the tank, for all purposes, in the UK. But never abroad. So far we have had no issues. I sterilize the tank annually, with a good dose of "Milton" or similar. But NEVER put that through the heater as it affects the Vessel. I use Citric acid to de-scale.
 

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