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removing common disinfection byproducts (THMs), organic contaminants like
chlorinated solvents and other industrial pollutants, pesticides, and select heavy
metals such as lead and mercury. The process reduces undesirable taste, odor, and
color.
F3. ULTRA Filter (Included) ULTRA water filter replacement pod utilizes a UF membrane
to remove contaminants greater than 0.02 microns in size (i.e. bacteria, colloids, and
large organic molecules).
F4. Polishing Filter
carbon block filter to remove eliminate odors and discoloration in your water, while
also improving taste. Additionally, it provides secondary particle and chemical
filtration.
F5. ULTRA+3 Hybrid Filter (Sold Separately)- ULTRA+3 hybrid water filter
replacement pod utilizes activated carbon block filter (first stage) to greatly reduce
particles, eliminate odors and discoloration, and reduce chemicals in your water,
while also improving taste. This is followed by a UF membrane (2nd stage) that
greatly reduces sub micron contaminants, like bacteria, colloids, and large organic
molecules, down to 0.02 microns. The use of this filter is not recommended for
this appliance.
(Included)- Polishing water filter replacement pod utilizes activated
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