The water purification systems of the Swiss company Zepter operate on the principle of reverse osmosis. Such filtration plants make the water as clean and potable as possible. Thanks to their simple installation, they are easy to connect and configure on their own, without the involvement of specialists.
The principle of operation and the device filters Zepter
The osmotic filtration process is based on the vital activity of cells of living organisms. The membrane membrane of any cell is a biofilter that does not allow the ingestion of excess or harmful components, without creating obstacles to the passage of vital substances.
Reverse osmosis filtration purifies the water by passing it through the pores of the membrane of a minimum size, due to which pollutants are retained. This process is performed under the influence of water pressure and is one of the most productive and used methods of purifying a liquid.
Zepter devices also have special membranes that allow only water molecules to pass through and trap more than 99 percent of impurities. This is achieved by the method of multi-stage cleaning.
The treatment system includes five filtration units. When passing through them, water reaches maximum clarification:
- Purification by a preliminary neo-filter. It is used to reduce the concentration in the liquid of residual chlorine, odors and volatile organic impurities.
- Passing through a reverse osmosis membrane. The membrane barrier allows efficient water purification from contaminants such as pentavalent arsenic, barium, cadmium, selenium, radium 226/228, chromium, lead, nitrates and nitrites.
- Fine cleaning with an ion-carbon filter. At this stage, odors, residual chlorine and volatile substances of an organic nature are removed, since they could remain after passing through the first stages of purification. All this has a positive effect on the taste of water.
- The use of a hygienic filter. It contains silver, which prevents the growth of microorganisms in the liquid after cleansing.
- Using a coconut filter that improves the taste of water.
After such a water treatment, the liquid becomes almost distilled. It is clean, tastes good, but for the good of the body it needs to go through the mineralizer. This is a special cartridge, which is filled with a complex filler with mineral salts and useful components, used to restore the qualitative composition of the liquid.
The mineralizer filler also contains calcium, which is required by the human body for the normal functioning of the cardiovascular and musculoskeletal systems, and magnesium - to prevent cancer, sclerosis, and the appearance of kidney stones.
Mineralizer is the last step through which fluid passes before consumption. It also corrects the pH level of water to human standards.
Filters for water purification Zepter supply a sufficient amount of purified water: from 70 to 370 liters per day. Devices consume little power - about 0.77 watts, and are also supported by computer control. Models differ in the number of functions. The more of them, the more expensive the device, and the better it copes with the elimination of pollution.
Installation and Maintenance Features
Cleaning devices differ at the installation site - they can be mounted under a sink or put on a countertop. They supply clean water directly to the tap.
Zepter equipment requires periodic replacement of filter cartridges.The frequency of installation of replaceable elements is determined depending on the amount of contaminants contained in the incoming fluid and the volume of filtration. Parts are usually replaced once every six months. You will need to purchase not only new cartridges, but also a flask removal key.
How to replace elements correctly:
- Carry out preparation - turn off the water supply, close the tap of the storage tank and release the pressure in the network by opening the tap at the sink.
- Disconnect the supply hoses from the housing, place the filter in a comfortable position, remove the side panels.
- Remove the flask of the first cleaning stage. It is quite easy to unscrew using a key of the appropriate size.
- Remove a clogged cartridge from the flask for disposal. Wash the inside of the flask with warm water and citric acid or vinegar.
- Remove the new cartridge from its packaging, place it in the flask, and reinstall the case in its original place without using a key.
This allows you to maintain the integrity of the plastic and joints.
Before you put the case back in place, you need to check the presence and condition of the o-ring, which protects the body connection from leaks. Twist or wear is unacceptable.
Further, according to a similar scheme, the remaining two steps are changed. To avoid particles of a carbon cartridge entering the system, it must be flushed before installation.
About once every three years, it is also necessary to replace the membrane. It is installed in the housing with O-rings inward until it stops. Then, the already used diaphragm is removed from the network together with the housing, before this, disconnecting the supply hoses from it. Connecting fittings from the old part are connected to the new one. After that, install the element in the system, connect the hoses as well as on the old case.
If the cover does not close, you can remove the clip holder. Dismantling the fasteners does not affect the filter performance and allows you to compensate for the difference in overall dimensions.
Advantages and disadvantages
The cleaning devices of this brand have many advantages:
- effective five-step purification, which guarantees maximum purity of water;
- a large number of service centers, the ability to call the master at home;
- enhanced protection of the case from mechanical damage;
- Ergonomics and stylish design.
All elements of the system are made of high-quality high-quality materials. The production uses innovative technologies. All filter models are certified for compliance with European quality standards.
Among the shortcomings, the owners note the high price of filtering equipment.
Despite the ergonomic shape, most filters of this brand are quite dimensional and will occupy the entire space under the sink. However, this applies to any home equipment operating on the reverse osmosis principle. Although Zepter offers devices that can fit on the kitchen worktop.
Choosing Zepter installations for filtration purification of drinking water, there is no doubt in the high quality of the result. After the liquid has passed all stages of purification, the water will become as clean as possible. All impurities are captured during sequential filtration processes.
Pure water is not only the foundation of good health. Its use reduces the formation of scale on the surfaces of devices and prolongs their operational life.
