Question 1

How often do the filters need replacing and what is the cost?

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I use a 1-3-5 year schedule and my filter works as well now as the day I installed it:
* Every year I replace the first three stages or the large vertical filters @$30-$50 if purchased separately
* Every three years I replace the fifth stage filter, horizontal filter on the top @$20-$30 if purchased separately
* Every five years I replace the fourth stage reverse osmosis filter @$30-$40 if purchased separately

You can usually get a discount and get all five stages for @$125-$135.

If you try to save money and not replace your filters as scheduled, you will probably foul up the stages behind it even faster.  For example, if you try to save money by not replacing the first three filter stages you will end up having to replace stages four and five way more often.  Which is actually a more expensive scenario.

I hope this helps you make a smart purchase or helps with your maintenance!

Question 2

It says in the description that the unit removes flouride. Has anyone had a chance to measure the flouride levels in their water after filtering?

Accepted Answer

The System is tested under the Water Quality Association to remove fluoride at 97.7% and the membrane itself was tested by the manufacturer Dow Filmtec to remove at a range of 90 to 97%

Question 3

Can I hook it up to the ice maker on my fridge and use the included water faucet?

Accepted Answer

Our system can be hooked up to the ice-maker on the fridge with proper connections. It can either be tee off so that it sends water to both the included faucet and the ice-maker or to the ice-maker or our included faucet by itself.

Question 4

Does it require professional installation?  I have no idea what goes on under my sink!

Accepted Answer

The system is packaged with the idea of do it yourself so you don't have to get professional help. Many of our customers were able to install it themselves by following the very comprehensive installation manual that we include in the package. We even have a video on youtube that shows how to install our system step by step. However, if you are not comfortable installing the system, any local plumber should have no trouble installing it for you in an hour or so at most.

ASIN	B00HRHHFPW
Best Sellers Rank	#20,398 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #36 in Under-Sink & Countertop Filtration
Brand Name	APEC WATER
Capacity	90 gallons_per_day
Container Type	Tube
Customer Reviews	4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (2,702)
Global Trade Identification Number	00854961005013
Included Components	Filter Set, Tank, Faucet, Tubing, Drain Saddle, Feed Water Adapter, Wrenches
Installation Type	Under Sink
Item Dimensions L x W x H	16"L x 5.25"W x 17.5"H
Item Type Name	Supreme Certified High Output 90 GPD Ultra Safe Reverse Osmosis Drinking Water Filter System
Item Weight	25 pounds
LowerTemperature Range	40 °F
Manufacturer	APEC Water Systems
Material Type	Polypropylene
Maximum Flow Rate	0.06 gpm
Model Name	Ultimate Series Top Tier
Model Number	RO-90
Number of Items	1
Number of Packs	1
Operating Pressure Range	40-85 psi
Other Special Features of the Product	Reduce TDS
Part Number	RO-90
Power Source	Manual (Water Pressure)
Purification Method	Activated Carbon, Reverse Osmosis
UPC	854961005013
Unit Count	1 Count
Upper Temperature Rating	100 °F

APEC Water RO-90, 5-Stage Under Sink Reverse Osmosis System, 90 GPD | NSF Certified 372 & 58, Reduces 99% of Impurities, DIY Installation

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