The concept of whole-house water purification has become more and more popular in recent years, but many people who have installed under-kitchen water purifiers at home are still very confused: the water I drink is already very pure, I think it is enough.
What is whole-house water purification? Is it really necessary for me to install whole-house water purification? How to choose in the process of home renovation? Today we will take these questions to tell you what is going on with whole-house water purification? Mainly solve the following problems:
1. What is a whole house water purification system?
2. Why do you need a whole house water purification system?
3. What are the functions of the whole house water purification system?
4. How to choose your own whole-house water purification system in the family?
5. What problems need to be considered before installing a whole house water purification system?
01. What is a whole-house water purification system?
Whole house water purification refers to the scientific and reasonable matching of different types of water treatment products, so as to achieve the purpose of providing different quality water for the different water needs of the whole house (drinking, eating, washing, bathing), that is, quality water supply.
It not only ensures the purity of the inlet water, but also gives better protection to the skin, clothing and wading equipment throughout the house.
A complete set of whole house water purification system consists of five parts: pre-filter, central water purifier, central water softener, terminal direct drinking machine (reverse osmosis water purifier) and pipeline hot drinking machine.
02. Why do you need water purification in the whole house?
1. Subjectively
With the development of the economy and the improvement of the quality of life, people's awareness of environmental protection and health has gradually increased, and they have paid more and more attention to household water, which is what we now call improving the quality of life.
2. Objectively
The pollution of water sources is mainly divided into source pollution (industrial, agricultural, domestic pollution, etc.) and secondary pollution brought by pipelines and reservoirs in the transportation process and residual chlorine from tap water, and some pollutants are carcinogens that cause harm to human health.
03. The functions of the whole house water purification system are composed
Each part of the whole house water purification system plays an irreplaceable role in the whole house water purification and ensuring healthy drinking water.
So what is the specific division of labor and working principle of each part? Let's break it down:
1. Pre-filter - the first safety protection
As the first filtration device for household water, it is small in size, does not need to be installed in the equipment room, and is installed behind the main water meter.
a. Function
(1) Filter sediment, rust, and large particles of pollutants in tap water.
(2) Prevent a large number of precipitated impurities generated in the water supply network of cities and communities from causing harm to the human body!
(3) It plays a positive role in protecting pipes, faucets, plumbing, water heaters, washing machines, dishwashers, and other water appliances!
b. Category
At present, there are two types of pre-filters: metal pre-filters and PP cotton filters.
Metal filters have a longer service life, and most models have a flush function to flush out impurities, which is favored by consumers.
c. Installation method
a. During installation, please note that the water flow direction of the pre-filter is consistent with the flow direction of tap water
b. Each connecting joint must be tightened to ensure that there is no water leakage
2. Central water purifier - "big guy" has great wisdom
The central water purifier is installed after the pre-filter to further improve and purify the taste of the water, and the installation locations are mostly in the balcony, kitchen, equipment room, etc., which is convenient for sewage discharge.
Function: Remove residual chlorine products, heavy metal ions, remove discoloration and odor, inhibit bacterial growth, etc.
3. Water softener - the exclusive artifact of the goddess
The water softener is installed after the central pre-filter and the central water purifier in the main water channel, and can also be installed directly in the water channel leading to the toilet for bathing needs.
a. Function
It can effectively reduce calcium and magnesium ions in the water, soften the water quality, prevent pipeline blockage and equipment damage caused by scaling, and provide more comfortable and soft living water, such as bathing, beauty, etc., and the soft water washes clothes more white and soft.
b. Installation
(1) There should be a 220V/10A power socket, and the distance should be less than 1.5 meters;
(2) The machine is equipped with a 6-minute threaded wire mouth as standard, and is equipped with a bellows for 4 minutes to 6 minutes;
(3) The sewage pipe and overflow pipe must be fixed on the floor drain or sewage pipe, and there is a gap of at least 100mm between the sewage water surface to prevent siphon sewage from backfilling the sewage pipe and overflow pipe It is strictly forbidden to connect them together with tee;
(4) There must be a floor drain around the installation of the water softener, and the sewage pipe of the water tank can be supplied, and the height of the sewage pipe should not exceed 250mm from the ground.
PS: The central water purifier and the water softener mainly solve the bathing, washing and other domestic water, and can not meet the direct drinking standard, if you want to achieve the effect of direct drinking water, you also need a piece of equipment - the end of the water purifier.
4. End water purifier - close protection
The terminal water purifier is the equipment that directly affects the final inlet water quality, and it is also the last line of defense for the entire whole house water purification system.
Generally, the end water purifier is installed before the faucet in the kitchen, such as sink cabinets, countertops, and wall mounts, and is generally used with a pipeline machine.
a. Function
It removes various chemical pollutants and VOCs and other carcinogens, with a removal rate of more than 99.99%. Removes heavy metals such as lead, mercury, fluorine and arsenic to ensure health and safety.
b. Installation
△ Installation diagram
c. Category
According to the filtration accuracy, it is roughly divided into: ultrafiltration membrane water purifier and RO reverse osmosis water purifier.
The ultrafiltration membrane water purifier is omitted here, and the RO reverse osmosis water purifier with the highest filtration accuracy on the market is currently the highest, because the water treated by it has completely reached the level of direct drinking, so the RO reverse osmosis water purifier is also called the "pure water machine".
5. Pipeline hot drink machine - warm and clean water is ready to drink and heat
The pipeline machine does not have a filtration function, only responsible for heating, and adopts a fast heating system, which is healthy and convenient.
The pipeline hot drink machine is the perfect companion of the water purifier, in simple terms, the water purifier determines whether the water can be drunk or not, and the pipeline machine determines what temperature of water we can drink.
Function: Instant hot and ready-to-drink, hot and cold drink, so that you don't have to wait to drink hot water, and the temperature can be adjusted
04. How to choose your own whole-house water purification system?
After analyzing the composition of each system of the whole house water purification system and its importance to our lives, how should we choose the water purification system that suits the needs of our family?
Of course, if you have a sufficient budget, you can consider installing the whole house water purification system at home, however, there are some families whose budget and indoor space are limited, how to choose their own water purification system?
1. Basic Edition
It is suitable for beginners and meets basic daily needs.
Mainly contains: central pre-filter + RO reverse osmosis water purifier (kitchen)
2. Home net version
It is suitable for users with high demand for water, removes residual chlorine and heavy metals, and ensures the health of water in the whole house.
Mainly contains: central pre-filter + central water purifier + RO reverse osmosis water purifier (kitchen)
3. Premium Edition
Suitable for high-end users with strict water needs.
Mainly include: central pre-filter + central water purifier + water softener (bathroom) + RO reverse osmosis water purifier (kitchen)
05. What problems need to be considered before installing the whole house water purification system?
1. What kind of brand and price to choose for the whole house water purification system
Common brands on the market include Smith, Qinyuan, 3M, Honeywell, etc., and the price of water purification in the whole house varies greatly, ranging from 20,000 to 80,000 yuan in the whole house.
Generally, there are only three kinds of home decoration: about 1500 pre-filters, about 6000 for the end of the direct drinking machine and water dispenser, and about 7000 to 9000 if it is to meet the basic needs.
2. How much flow does the whole house water purification equipment buy?
Everyone knows that the water output of the water purifier is very small, but the demand for water purification in the whole house is very large.
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3. What are the precautions for the installation of whole-house water purification equipment?
a. According to the optional water purification system, reserve pipes, power supplies, placement space, drainage outlets or floor drains in advance (place space, reserve space in advance according to the size of the machine, and generally hide it in the cabinet).
b. If the whole house water purification system cannot be installed during the decoration due to insufficient funds, but it is intended to be used later, it is necessary to communicate well in advance and reserve the waterway and power supply location in place.
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