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Rhino-Aquasana Whole House Filter Facts
Capacity and Specifications
How long does the
Rhino-Aquasana
EQ-300 whole house
water filter system last?
The EQ-300 unit is certified for a 300,000 gallon capacity at 8 gpm,
the highest certified capacity of any whole house water filter
system. The main filter unit can be easily replaced every three
years at the low cost of $650.00 (EQ300-R); no plumber needed. The
sediment pre-filter (EQ-304) should be replaced every 3-4 months. A
combination special is also available with purchase of the
AQS-190, giving you enough pre-filter cartridges to last the life of
the filter unit (3 years).
What media is in the top unit of the
Rhino-Aquasana
EQ-300?
KDF-55. KDF-55 is a copper-zinc alloy filter media, specifically
designed to remove chlorine, heavy metals, and microorganisms from
drinking water.
What medias are in the bottom unit?
Bituminous carbon and coconut shell carbon.
How much time is involved in the installation of the whole
house water filter?
Typical installation is 1-2 hours when done by a licensed plumber
and costs about $120 to $180. Installation by a licensed plumber is
required for warranty qualification.
Where can I find a certified plumber in my area to install
the whole house unit?
To find a certified plumber, go to
www.contractors.com. Click on “Plumbing” and enter your zip
code. You will see a list of certified plumbers in your area to
contact.
What is the size of the whole house unit?
The EQ-300 whole house water filter system is 45" tall and 9" in
diameter at the base. It requires a total line length of 24" for
proper installation of the prefilter and the ball valve assembly.
The filter unit comes in two packages, weighing 53 lbs and 6 lbs,
respectively.
Does the whole house filter use standard 3/4” piping?
The EQ-300 comes standard as 3/4" but can be changed to 1" piping.
1” piping must be special-ordered via email to
microwaterman@hotmail.com
.
Is the prefilter on the whole house unit a regular sediment
filter?
The prefilter is a standard 10", 5-micron spun cartridge.
What is the flow reduction of the EQ-300?
The EQ-300 utilizes an 8 gpm flow rate.
The installation illustration shows the EQ-300 installed on
a horizontal run of pipe; can this unit be installed on a vertical
run of pipe making the unit lay on its side?
The EQ-300 must be oriented vertically. The vertical pipe can be cut
and run to and from the system by using L piping.
What items come in the Rhino whole house filter package?
The EQ-300 whole house filter comes complete with main filter unit,
pre-filter, installation kit, and required hardware.
Whole House Water Filter Benefits
What are the benefits of whole house
filtration?
By filtering all of the water that enters your home, you not only
greatly enhance the healthfulness of your household water, but you
also dramatically improve your indoor air quality. According to the
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), “Every home in America
has an elevated level of chloroform gas present due to the
vaporization of chlorine... from tap and shower water." Chlorine
vapors are a suspected cause and irritant of respiratory problems
such as asthma, bronchitis, and allergies. Filtered water will
improve every aspect of your family’s health.
Does the whole house filter system have any benefits for
laundry and/or dishwashing?
The EQ-300 will remove any VOCs or chlorine that may be embedded in
clothing when unfiltered water is used in the washing machine. Also,
colors will last longer and look newer with the chlorine removed.
The dishwasher releases more VOCs and chloroform into the household
indoor air than any other source besides the shower. The EQ-300
prevents this toxic gas from being released. Filtered water in the
dishwasher also reduces film or soap scum on dishes. For both
laundry and dishwashing, filtered water reduces the amount of
detergent you need to use in each cycle.
Contaminant Removal
What contaminants does the EQ-300 remove?
The EQ-300 will:
1) Remove radon, VOCs, pesticides, metals (however, use of the
AQ-4000 is still recommended, as houses built before 1978 will
likely reintroduce lead)
2) Reduce TDS down to 5 microns
3) Alkalize drinking water, raising the pH to about 7.5.
Does the Aquasana EQ-300 remove a sulfur odor from the water?
Yes, the EQ-300, AQ-4100, and AQ-4000 will all remove sulfur smell.
I have a well. Do you have a system that is designed for
well water?
The EQ-300 can be used with well water as long as the water does not
contain any bacteria or viruses. If bacteria and viruses are
present, postfilter can be used in conjunction with the EQ-300 to
remove these contaminants.
Water Treatment Comparisons
Are drinking water and shower filter
units still necessary with a whole house filter?
The shower system is not needed, as the shower filter and whole
house filter remove the same contaminants. However, we still
recommend the use of the drinking water filter because it removes
additional contaminants (such as Giardia and Cryptosporidium) that
the whole house filter does not remove. In addition, the drinking
water filter will remove lead and other contaminants that are
introduced from the home’s plumbing after water goes through the
whole house filter.
Does the Aquasana EQ-300 soften the water?
The EQ-300 will soften hard water a small amount, but it is
primarily designed to remove chlorine, herbicides, pesticides, heavy
metals, industrial solvents, and sediment. However, you may install
a water softener to work in conjuction with a whole house water
filter without any problems.
What are the differences between whole house units and
softeners?
Softeners use salt to push minerals like iron and calcium out of the
water, similar to the way insulin pushes sugar out of blood. The
whole house water filter is designed to remove chemicals and heavy
metals, while retaining good, healthy minerals. The EQ-300 will
reduce calcium and iron down to 5 microns with mechanical
filtration.
Are whole house systems (P.O.E.- point-of-entry) better than
countertop filters (P.O.U.- point-of-use)?
P.O.U. systems are by far the best way to ensure the highest quality
water since many water-borne contaminants come from the plumbing in
your house, especially lead and vinyl chloride from the piping. By
filtering water at the point-of-use, you remove contaminants just
prior to consumption, eliminating the chance of recontamination.
Point-of-entry systems are very beneficial in that they provide
filtered water to all baths and showers as well as any other water
appliances. When you filter all of the water entering your home, you
improve not only the healthfulness of the water, but the indoor air
quality, as well. Point-of-entry filtration results in the removal
of chlorine and other chemicals that vaporize and contaminate the
indoor air.
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