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(More customer reviews)I purchased one of these last week at Bed Bath and Beyond. I didn't even know I needed one until I saw it. As with most Cuisinart products, the design of the unit is quite nice. But aesthetics aren't everything.

To begin with, the directions aren't very clear. I attempted to pre-soak the filter as directed, but it didn't seem to do anything. Also, the initial filtering of the water took a lot longer than the instructions stated. I believe they said it would take about 15 minutes for the water to filter through into the dispenser. Mine took almost an hour. Who knows, maybe I didn't soak the filter properly. But that was just the beginning of my problems.

Once the water was filtered, I switched the device on. It was a lot louder than I thought it would be. Actually, I wasn't expecting much noise at all. The device does quiet down a bit, after it has reached its target temperatures for the hot and cold. But after you dispense some water, it kicks back in again. If you have a large kitchen, the sound of the device might not be a problem for you. After all, it's a small price to pay for instantly available hot and cold filtered water. OK, "instantly" might not be the best choice of words.

To dispense water from either side, you have to press in and hold the appropriate button. The water comes out in a steady stream, but a very thin stream. Which means, it takes a long time just to fill up one cup. Even as a single man, this kind of wait was unbearable. I can't imagine someone with a family using this device. In any case, if you do end up purchasing this device, I wish you luck. I ended up returning mine just a few days after I purchased it.

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Product Description:
Clean, fresh tasting water on the countertop!The Cuisinart CleanWater Countertop Filtration System beats bottled water because it reduces contaminants that can alter taste and purity.Featuring a 2 gallon water capacity, it quickly dispense hot, chilled or room-temperature water that is always clean and refreshing.

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(More customer reviews)This water system saved the day. We have an awesome Samsung Refrigerator with the water/ice in door and an extra icecube maker in bottom freezer. We live in the country and have a well. The plumbing in the house did not include any water pipes to the fridge area. We installed system in cabinet next to fridge - made one hole in side for hose and electric cord. So this water dispensing system was the perfect ticket - simple to install and ez to change bottles and wa la - ready to use cold water/ice !!

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Combo Bottled Water Dispensing System Model COM1000The COMBO Model COM1000 Bottled Water Dispensing System is designed to pump water from commercially available 5 gallon water bottles. The system will deliver water under pressure to an individual drinking water faucet, the water inlet of a refrigerator to the icemaker and chilled drinking water tap, and to certain commercial coffee makers / tea brewers. It can also be used to supply water to certain Jupiter Water Ionizers.The heart of the system is the pump module that automatically adjusts the flow and pressure to fill an appliance or faucet and stops automatically. A single COMBO water dispenser can supply water to more than one appliance with an optional adapter (not included).The suction wand, when inserted into the 5-gallon water bottle, it will activate the float switch on the end of the wand and turn on the pump. This same float switch shuts off the system when the bottle is empty. The wand has a built in back-flow preventer valve that prevents water from flowing back into the bottle or spilling while changing bottles.

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(More customer reviews)I've used these filters for about 2 years now (with the whole water dispenser bottle system).

They are great. They really do make tap water taste like bottled water.

You need to change the filter about every 4 months even though it says 6 months. That may just be because we drink a lot of water.

Over all a great product!

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Product Description:
This furniture arrives mostly assembled. GWF3 Features: One filter will last up to 6 month or 800 L of water Float ensures NO leak Carbon embedded pre-filter reduces large comtaminate particles and assists in reducing unpleasent taste and color Mesh cone filter reduces contaminate particles and directs flow of all source water for processing and prevents channeling Fine Microno membrane is the final polishing filter Granular activates carbon (GAC) and ion exchange resin reduce chlorine taste and odor, and particulate Finish: Plastic

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(More customer reviews)While it took a while to get here, my husband agrees with me that the Avanti Hot and Cold Water Dispenser was well worth the wait.

After our old dispenser gave up the ghost after twenty plus years, we looked at each other and said, 'what do we do now?' We tried shopping for another one locally but nobody had what we were looking for and we were, quite frankly, spoiled.

What do we like about the Avanti?

As the poet put it, let me count the ways.

First of all, because of its Energy Saver feature, the Avanti consumes less electricity than our old dispenser which ran constantly. It was also noisy. The Avanti, in contrast, is very quiet.

The Avanti features a neat little safety lock on the hot water faucet, which the old dispenser did not The storage space in the bottom, while it doesn't keep anything cold, is quite handy.

The Avanti's white plastic square design looks clean and nice. Our old brown metal dispenser did not. Also, unlike some of the round dispensers we looked at, the Avanti is not 'tippy'. Since it sits next to the kitchen doorway and a heavy traffic area, this was a real concern.

We also looked at dispensers that pumped from the bottom as well as the reviews and decided they were not for us.

The only CON was a chemical, almost musty, taste in the water for a few weeks after we got the Avanti, but that is now gone.

All in all, we are extremely pleased with the Avanti. It's much, much better than our old dispenser and we definitely give it 5 stars.

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This is the ultimate in Avanti water dispensers. With hot and cold faucets, LED night light and light indicators and hot and cold water power switches on the back of the unit you can chose everything you want from your water dispenser. There is a dry storage compartment, removable drip tray and even a child resistant guard on the hot faucet. The front legs are adjustable and there are individual stainless steel reservoirs for each hot and cold water.Assembly level/degree of difficulty: No Assembly Required.

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(More customer reviews)I purchased the unit after reading reviews of the product which said it was too slow but purchased it anyway.Upon receipt I quickly got it started and it was like watching grass grow, it took forever to fill the reservoir and the recovery rate is poor.I use the water for making coffee and it could not sufficiently provide drinking water and water for coffee.I sent it back.Don't waste your time as I did.

Click Here to see more reviews about: Cuisinart WCH-850 CleanWater 1-1/2-Gallon Countertop Water-Filtration System

Product Description:
Pour a glass of fresh, clean, filtered water without opening the refrigerator or a bottle with this countertop water-filtration system. Attractively housed in brushed stainless steel, the 1-1/2-gallon unit dispenses 800 mL of cold water (44 degrees F) or room-temperature filtered water. Better than bottled water, the countertop filtration system reduces contaminants that can alter taste and purity. It reduces chlorine (97.5 percent), mercury (92.8 percent), benzene (84.1 percent), cadmium (96.6 percent), copper (85.0 percent), tetrachloroethylene (92.5 percent), and toluene (89.8 percent). The included filter lasts for about 80 gallons or three to four months of average household use. Other details include a flip-top lid for convenient filling, a removable water tank for filling at the sink, a blue LED "water-ready" indicator light, a single spigot, and simple push-button controls. Weighing about 11 pounds, the water-filtration system measures 9 by 9 by 16 inches and carries a three-year limited warranty.
From the Manufacturer
Get clean, fresh tasting water on the countertop. The Cuisinart CleanWater countertop filtration system beats bottled water because it reduces contaminants that can alter taste and purity. Featuring a 1-1/2-gallon water capacity, it quickly dispense chilled or room-temperature water that is always clean and refreshing.
Features

Large capacity: 1.5 gallon overall water capacity.
One-touch controls:Dispense cold or room temperature water with the touch of a button.
Convenient countertop design:Fits most countertops to provide filtered water anytime, without opening the refrigerator and no plumbing required.
Long-life filter:Reduces chlorine taste and odor, mercury, benzene, and more. filters 80 gallons of tap water, an average 3 to 4 month supply
Two temperature choices:Dispense cold or room temperature water.
Longer filter life:The Cuisinart CleanWater filtration system filters up to 80 gallons of tap water per filter, an average 3-4 month usage.
Fresh, clean taste:European made filter certified by NSF to reduce contaminants often found in tap water--including mercury, benzene, and 97.5% chlorine taste and odor for clean-tasting water.
Environmentally friendly:filtered water eliminates the need for bottled water and plastic containers.
Great styling,quiet operation:Sophisticated enough for the most upscale kitchen.The quiet cooling system and compact design makes it a pleasure to keep on the countertop and no plumbing required.
Great tasting water--cold or room temperature:Quench your thirst with clean, fresh-tasting water anytime you want it. No refrigerator to open--cold (average 44� F / 7� C) or room temperature--the choice is yours!
Easy for you, good for the earth:Eliminate the cost and clutter of bottled water and plastic containers.A professional-quality gravity filter reduces unhealthy contaminants.
Longer filter life,fewer refills: 80 gallons of clean water with our advanced long-life filter, which has an average life of 3 to 4 months. Large-capacity dispenser holds 1.5 gallons.
A perfect fit:Elegant CleanWater dispenser is compact enough to place on any countertop.
Advanced water filtration system:The Cuisinart water filtrations system combines activated carbon and ion exchange resin to reduce contaminants that can affect the taste and cleanliness of water.
Long-lasting filter:filter reduces contaminants in up to 80 gallons of tap water, enough for 3 to 4 month average household usage. Requires less frequent filter replacements.
Two temperature options:Easy touchpad controls dispense refreshing cold (average 44� F / 7� C) or room temperature water.
Fewer refills:This 1.5 gallon water dispenser requires fewer fill-ups and features easy-to-remove tanks.
Environmentally friendly:filtered water eliminates the need for bottled water and plastic containers.
Limted 3-year warranty
Filter included

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(More customer reviews)The standard berkey filter removes only larger particulates and the black berkey elements are made of activated charcoal.

Berkey has published no evidence tthat their filter can remove viruses which are usually several orders of magnitude smaller than bacteria and parasites/cysts.

Berkey also has not published comprehensive test results such as are commonly provided for RO filters. I would guess the reason they have not published such information is that their filter, unlike RO units, is ineffective against most dissolved contaminants or even very small particulates such as viruses. The lack of any such published data of their filter's efficacy is why they cannot be sold in California.

Berkey is essentially selling a filter that they do not provide comprehensive specs for and claim that a TDS meter will not quantify its efficacy. So, that leaves a typical user with no way to test the effectiveness of the Berkey filter. I certainly would not trust Berkey any more than I would a municipal water company, and probably much less since at least the water company publishes their test data.

Berkey's advertising material claims their filter is effective on a variety of contaminants, but they do not specify the test conditions (concentration of contaminants in the feed water among other things).The test data they released from reputable labs only address a handful of contaminants (the substances that are the easiest to remove such as E. coli and chlorine--using the activated charcoal/black berkey elements)

Also, how does the Berkey filter distinguish between "healthful" and "unhealthful" minerals/metals/substances? What it comes down to is the Berkey filter will remove a portion of the substances that are attracted to activated charcoal if the black berkey option is used, and a portion of the substances attracted to alumina if the fluoride/arsenic option is used. If neither option is used, all it does is remove the larger particulates. (It's funny that a "minute" unquantified amount of aluminum compound (presumably mostly aluminum oxide otherwise known as alumina) introduced by their fluoride filter is harmless, but a minute amount of fluoride and other substances is a serious health hazard.)

There is no evidence the Berkey filter with or without the optional elements is superior to any RO system. Since Berkey does not provide comparable test data, we have no way of knowing with any certainty though basic chemistry and the data from a simple TDS meter strongly suggests the Berkey filter is not effective against dissolved contaminants.

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Product Description:
The versatile Big Berkey system is the ideal system for use at home with small or medium sized families, travel, outdoor activities or during unexpected emergencies.This powerful system filters both treated water and untreated raw water from such sources as remote lakes, streams, stagnant ponds and water supplies in foreign countries, where regulations may be substandard at best. Perfect for outdoor activities and a must in hostile environments where electricity, water pressure or treated water may not be available.The Big Berkey system removes pathogenic bacteria, cysts and parasites and reduces harmful chemicals such as herbicides, pesticides, and VOCs without removing the beneficial minerals your body needs.Constructed of highly polished 304 stainless steel, the system comes complete with four 7" ceramic elements. This system has a storage capacity of about 2.25 gallons (8.5 liters) and when in use it stands 19.25" in height with a diameter of 8.5". The upper chamber nests within the lower chamber for transport and stands only 13" in height.The system will filter about 25 to 30 Gallons (95-115 liters) per day.

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(More customer reviews)This is my first Haier product.I've had this for a couple weeks and it has been working great.When you first turn the cold water switch on, it takes about 10-15 mins to get cold, but if you leave it on it's cold all the time.Same with the hot water, it takes about 5 minutes or so to heat up.

One problem i've noticed (minus the one star) is that when you have both hot and cold water switches on, both the hot water and cold water compete for ready access.This is not a big deal, so I usually just leave one switch on a time (usually cold since it gets the majority usage).

As far as heating and cooling quality, when it's hot, it's SUPER hot.When it gets cold, it's cold enough to condensate your glass, but not ice cold - still refreshing!

UPDATE:Here's something else I wanted to add.Unlike other water coolers, this one does not run constantly cold or hot. If you have the cold switch on, it will keep recooling the water in cycles (you'll see the cold water light go on every 20-30 mins or after use).Same with hot water.If you have the switch on, it will reheat the water in cycles (every 20-30 mins or after use).Another minor annoyance (-.5 stars), but again, it's tolerable.

Updated rating:3.5 out of 5 stars

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Product Description:
Keep clean, refreshing drinking water readily available throughout the day with this two-piece freestanding water dispenser, which converts from a full-size to a tabletop unit by simply removing the base. The unit provides red and blue spout handles that make it easy to quickly differentiate between hot and cold water temperatures, and a child-safety feature on the hot-water faucet keeps little hands safe from burns (a tab must be pushed while simultaneously pushing the handle down to dispense hot water). The water dispenser's hot-water option allows for everything from tea, hot cocoa, instant soup, and noodles--great for a work break or quick lunch. Enjoy cool drinking water on its own, or add it to flavored drink mixes for instant lemonade or other favorites on a warm summer day. Other details include a compressor cooling system, an LED power-indicator light for the hot and cold water, a low-water safety device, a bottom storage compartment with a removable shelf, side handles, a dust cover, and a removable drip tray for quick cleanup. Designed for use with a 2-, 3-, or 5-gallon water bottle, the UL-approved water dispenser measures 15-5/8 by 13-1/4 by 36-3/4 inches.

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