The water that enters the house through a water supply system has many impurities of salts and various metals. The latter contribute to the inevitable formation of dense deposits (deposits, scale) inside the machine and, possibly, damage to the equipment itself. The Geyser filter for the washing machine will help to cope with the problem. How it works, what are its advantages, consider the example of one of the models of this manufacturer.
Overview of the Geyser 1PF filter
This model with filtering polyphosphate loading for SMA is one of those purifiers purchased from similar manufacturers from other manufacturers. The purpose of the filter is to prevent the formation of scale and plaque on water heating elements by softening the water. The device has a transparent flask with granules of food grade sodium polyphosphate. The cover with a rubber knob on it allows you to tightly attach the purifier to the water supply.
The principle of operation of the device is as follows
- Water enters the flask with the filter mixture.
- Hardness salt crystals combine with sodium polyphosphate crystals.
- A chemical reaction occurs. It also prevents the formation of limescale on the heating elements of the SMA.
In one minute, the device can clean up to 6 liters of liquid at a temperature of 4 to 40 degrees Celsius.
Advantages and disadvantages of the model
Polyphosphate filter is an affordable and effective way to protect the heating element of household appliances from limescale and extend its service life. This is evidenced by user reviews.
Most of them noted such advantages of the model:
- Significant improvement in washing quality with lower consumption of washing powder (up to 30 percent savings).
- There is no need to use special means to soften water during washing.
- The case is made of transparent plastic. This allows you to visually monitor the amount of filtering load remaining, in time to fill it with new granules.
The supply of crystals is enough for approximately 365 washing cycles (depending on the content of hardness salts in the original liquid).
The disadvantage is the small warranty period - only 1 year (service life - 5 years). Some users noted the low quality of the plastic of which the body itself is made. However, the device performs all the functions declared by the manufacturer, so the shortcomings do not affect the work.
How to install Geyser 1PF
The procedure for connecting the cleaner is simple and takes several minutes. It is important to consider several points:
- Only connect to cold water mains.
- Install directly in front of the washing machine (before supplying fluid to the inlet hose).
The liquid purified by polyphosphate crystals is not suitable for drinking or eating.
Sometimes in the water supply network, pressure surges (water hammer) occur, which can damage the device body. Therefore, it is recommended to shut off the water supply immediately in front of it after each use of the AGR.
Filter loading replacement
Since polyphosphate granules dissolve during the cleaning process, they must be replaced over time. This procedure will have to be carried out approximately every 6 months.
To replace the backfill, you must:
- relieve pressure;
- unscrew the flask;
- pull out the grate, pour out the rest of the contents;
- fill the tank with a new reagent;
- reassemble the device in the reverse order.
It is recommended to lubricate the device ring with silicone grease for sealing.
The purpose filter "Geyser" 1PF is a reliable solution to the problem of scaling on tena of household appliances. It is easy to maintain and install, efficient in operation, and therefore it is they who are chosen among such cleaners.