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Old 09-24-2004, 05:04 AM
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I need some info on RO/DI units before I purchase one. Anyone know if it is safe to drink or do you have to use a "T" before the DI filter for drinking water? I ask because I have read both. Other question, do you have to add anything to the water for trace elements or will the aquarium salt be enough?

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Old 09-24-2004, 05:10 AM
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I've been drinking from the DI output for 2 years, and I'm fine.

For the tank, just the salt is all you'll need.
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This unit does it all.

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I "T" off befor my DI filter for drinking water only to make my DI filter last longer. plus I find DI water has a dry taste to it. anyone that has told you that DI is not safe to drink is basing that on wives tails and nothing more.

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plus I find DI water has a dry taste to it.
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I hate water that has a dry taste to it...
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plus I find DI water has a dry taste to it.
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I hate water that has a dry taste to it...
yup it sucks cuz you just drink more to get rid of the dry taste...

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OK OK your mind is being a little over imaginative with this one

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