{"product_id":"cb-voc-stainless-steel-drinking-water-filter-countertop","title":"CB-VOC Stainless Steel Drinking Water Filter - Countertop","description":"\u003cp\u003ePremium stainless steel counter top drinking water filter for use with municipally treated tap water. Provides excellent drinking water for apartments and non-permanent installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnects to your kitchen faucet for convenient, on demand access to the very highest quality of safe, refreshing water for all your cooking and drinking needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCertified by NSF for effective reduction of chlorine and \u003ca title=\"what is chloramine?\" href=\"https:\/\/yourwatermatters.myshopify.com\/blogs\/articles\/chloramine-is-controversial\"\u003echloramine\u003c\/a\u003e (plus 60 other contaminants, including \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/what-are-trihalomethanes-thms\" title=\"What are Trihalomethanes (THMs)?\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTHMs\u003c\/a\u003e, lead, cysts, asbestos, VOCs, plus emerging contaminants from plastics and pharmaceuticals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis water filtration system is made by CB Tech (formerly known as Multipure™).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLifetime warranty* on housing.\u003cbr\u003eMade in USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab labels--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab1\" class=\"active\"\u003eWHO FOR\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab2\"\u003eDETAILS\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab3\"\u003eSPECS\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab4\"\u003ePERFORMANCE DATA\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#tab5\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--Start tab content--\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab1\" class=\"active\"\u003ePremium stainless steel drinking water treatment system for the reduction of chlorine, \u003ca title=\"what is chloramine?\" href=\"https:\/\/yourwatermatters.myshopify.com\/blogs\/articles\/chloramine-is-controversial\"\u003echloramine\u003c\/a\u003e, cysts, lead (and 60 additional water contaminants). \u003cbr\u003eRecommended for residents of the following municipalities: \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMetro Vancouver\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAnmore, Bowen Island, Burnaby, Coquitlam, Delta, Langley (City), Langley (Township), Maple Ridge, New Westminster, North Vancouver (City), North Vancouver (District), Pitt Meadows, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Richmond, Surrey, Vancouver, West Vancouver. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElsewhere in British Columbia\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eVictoria, Abbotsford, Mission, Nelson, Nanaimo \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlberta\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCalgary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubmicron (0.5 micron) filtration with solid carbon block technology using mechanical filtration, electrokinetic adsorption and chemical\/physical adsorption\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoes not strip healthy minerals from your water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWastes no water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCartridge replacement is easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNSF certified for reduction of over 60 contaminants including:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003echlorine, chloramine, THMs, lead, cysts, asbestos, VOCs, certain pesticides, pharmaceuticals and hormone disrupting chemicals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLifetime* warranty on housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRobust sixteen (16) gauge stainless steel filter housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTested and certified under NSF\/ANSI Standard 42 (Aesthetic Effects), NSF\/ANSI Standard 53 (Health Effects), and NSF\/ANSI Standard 401 (Emerging Compounds) to treat a broad range of contaminants (see Performance Data Sheet)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConverts to undersink filter (additional parts required)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be used as an inline filter to supply water to a fridge, ice make or hot water dispenser, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in USA by CB Tech (the manufacturing subsidiary of Multipure™), an industry leader that has continuously initiated breakthroughs in carbon block technology for residential drinking water systems since 1970.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel filter housing with band clamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarbon block filter cartridge (CBTVOC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmoke-coloured acrylic stand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel mounting bracket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFaucet diverter valve assembly with tubing and fittings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFaucet adapters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtensive \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/cb-tech-cbtvoc-instructions\" title=\"CB Tech CBTVOC Instructions\" target=\"_blank\"\u003einstallation instructions\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFaucet Requirement\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 12.0pt 0cm;\"\u003eYou must have a compatible (standard) kitchen faucet, with a removable aerator, to attach the diverter valve that comes with this filter to the end of your faucet so that you can use this filter. If you don't have a compatible faucet, please see the Gravity Water Filter collection for a very versatile and popular alternative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Internal Filter Cartridge\u003c\/strong\u003e (called CBTVOC cartridge) \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecially activated carbon block filter certified by NSF to reduce a wide range of contaminants including those known to occur in Metro Vancouver tap water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertified to reduce chloramine – a challenging (to remove) disinfectant used in communities such as Victoria, Abbotsford and Mission, BC.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirects every molecule of water through microscopic pores (0.5 micron) Utilizes the triple-action protection of mechanical filtration, electrokinetic adsorption, and physical adsorption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTested and certified to reduce chlorine, chloramine, tastes and odours, particulate matter, as well as cysts, VOCs, MTBE, trihalomethanes, heavy metals (lead, mercury), turbidity, certain pesticides and asbestos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlease note that some of these contaminants may not be present in your water supply.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufactured in USA.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Drinking water filters are for cold water use only. Use only on municipally treated water or other water supply known to be microbiologically safe.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCartridge Replacement Frequency\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eCartridge life will vary in direct proportion to the amount of water used and the type and level of impurities in the water being processed. It is recommended that the cartridge be replaced when the first of the following occurs: \u003cbr\u003ea)  750 gallons of use \u003cbr\u003eb)  9 – 12 months of use \u003cbr\u003ec)  the flow rate diminishes (which occurs when the cartridge becomes clogged with particulate matter)\u003cbr\u003eor d)  the cartridge becomes saturated with bad tastes and odors. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDO NOT EXCEED ONE YEAR OF USE. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCartridge Replacement Reminder Service\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eWaterMatters™ offers a free automated email reminder service to help you remember when to change out your cartridges. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eLifetime Warranty* on steel housing and one (1) year warranty on all accessories.  Replacement cartridges are not warranty as they naturally become exhausted with use and are meant to be replaced at regular intervals not to exceed one (1) year. (*Warranty requires annual cartridge replacement.)   \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab3\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"169\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModel Number\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"295\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCB-VOC plus countertop install kit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"169\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDescription\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"295\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCountertop drinking water filter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"169\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHousing Composition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"295\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStainless steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"169\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHousing Dimensions (on base)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"295\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e12 ½” (31.5 cm) High, 5½” (14 cm) Diameter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"169\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFilter Capacity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"295\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e750 gallons\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"169\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplacement Filter Cartridge\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"295\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCBTVOC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"169\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFiltration Technology\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"295\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eActivated solid carbon block\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"169\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParticle Retention Size\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"295\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0.5 micron (submicron)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"169\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHousing Inlet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"295\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater supplied via tubing connected to diverter valve attached to end of kitchen faucet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"169\"\u003eHousing Outlet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"295\"\u003etubing returns filtered water to diverter outlet attached to end of kitchen faucet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"169\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximate Flow Rate @ 60 psi\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"295\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0.75 gpm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"169\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaximum Working Pressure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"295\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100 psi\/8.8 kg\/cm2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"169\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinimum Working Pressure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"295\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e30 psi\/2.1 kg\/cm2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"169\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaximum Operating Temperature\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"295\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100°F\/38°C - for cold water use only\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"169\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinimum Operating Temperature\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"295\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e32°F\/0°C - for cold water use only\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"169\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompliance Certification\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"295\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNSF\/ANSI Standards 42, 53 \u0026amp; 401\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"169\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufacturer Warranty\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"295\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLifetime on housing; 1 year on accessories\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab4\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/cb-tech-performance-data\" title=\"CB Tech Performance Data\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePerformance Data\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli id=\"tab5\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I choose between an under sink or countertop water filter?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eUnder counter systems are the most popular choice for people who own their own home because the filter housing can be mounted on the cabinet wall below the sink where it is out of sight. The filter draws water from the cold water supply line below the sink. Filtered water is delivered via a dedicated filtered water faucet positioned on the countertop at the side of the sink. The filtered water can also be diverted to a refrigerator or instant hot dispenser. \u003cbr\u003eCountertop filters are great for people who are renting their home and who do not want to drill a hole through the countertop to install a drinking water faucet to connect to a water filter installed under the sink. Countertop systems are portable and easy to move. A faucet diverter valve hooks the filter up to the end of your kitchen tap so that you can get filtered water without interfering with the normal use of your kitchen tap. You must have a standard faucet that is compatible with attaching a faucet diverter valve. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is NSF Certification?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003eNSF®\u003c\/span\u003e is an internationally recognized, not-for-profit, third-party testing organization that tests and certifies products to ensure they meet strict public health standards. Certified water filtration products are tested to verify that they meet certain standards for health and aesthetics. \u003cbr\u003eCertification by NSF® assures the consumer that: \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClaims of contaminant reduction are true.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe system does not add anything harmful to the water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe system is structurally sound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvertising, literature and labeling are not misleading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials and manufacturing processes do not change.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nTo ensure that manufacturers continue to meet these requirements, NSF® conducts unannounced inspections of manufacturing facilities at least once a year. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the stainless steel CB-VOC water filter certified by NSF?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eYes. Your CB Tech Drinking Water System (CB-VOC) has been tested and certified by NSF® International under NSF\/ANSI Standard No. 53 (Health Effects), NSF\/ANSI Standard No. 42 (Aesthetics Effects) and NSF\/ANSI Standard 401 (Incidental Contaminants\/Emerging Compounds). See the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/cb-tech-performance-data\" title=\"CB Tech Performance Data\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePerformance Data\u003c\/a\u003e for details. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the CB Tech warranty?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe CB Tech CB-VOC drinking water filter (formerly known as Multipure™) includes a Lifetime Warranty on the stainless steel housing (provided that the filter be changed at least once a year) and a 1-Year Warranty on the accessories. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes the stainless steel CB-VOC filter system so effective?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eNationally recognized standards established for the drinking water treatment industry confirm that the most effective systems for the removal of both aesthetic and harmful contaminants are those that utilize solid carbon block filters. Solid carbon block filters contain millions of microscopic pores which micro-strain every molecule of water passed through the filter. Carbon blocks are dense, compact and stable with millions of enormous interior surfaces which allow water to be in contact with the carbon for a longer period of time, providing greater adsorption of the many different chemicals, pesticides, herbicides and certain heavy metals. Contaminants with a physical size are removed when water passes through the pre-filter, which helps keep the carbon block from clogging prematurely. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the CB-VOC drinking water filter remove healthy minerals from my drinking water?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eCB Tech drinking water systems (formerly known as Multipure™) do not remove healthy, naturally occurring minerals from your drinking water. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow are chemicals and lead taken out while healthy minerals remain in the filtered water?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eMinerals dissolved in water are in solution and do not have dimension. They pass through the filter unchanged. The materials used in carbon block filters are specifically selected for their ability to react with the chemicals in the water but not with healthy natural minerals. Specialized carbon block can be activated to target specific dissolved impurities such as lead, VOC’s and chemicals. These contaminants are adsorbed and adhere to the interior surfaces of the carbon block rather than remaining in the water which passes through the filter. This occurs because of a chemical reaction called adsorption. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between reducing chlorine and THMs in drinking water?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eChlorine is easily removed from drinking water. However, chlorine is a highly reactive substance which forms hundreds of chlorination by-products when chlorine comes in contact with organic material\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e. Chlorination by-products have a different molecular structure than chlorine. The largest known group of these chlorination by-products are called THMs (trihalomethanes). Unlike chlorine, THMs are difficult to remove from drinking water. Exposure to THMs is linked to various cancers. They are significantly more toxic than chlorine. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the CB-VOC drinking water filter remove Trihalomethanes (THMs)?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eCB Tech Drinking Water Systems (formerly known as Multipure™) have been tested and certified by NSF to reduce chlorine and trihalomethanes \u003c\/span\u003efor the entire service life of each cartridge - a benefit that most other drinking water filters cannot honestly claim. Chlorine is relatively easy to remove. However, trihalomethanes (by-products of chlorination, also called THMs) are a different story. Although formed from chlorine, THMs have a completely different molecular structure than chlorine. THMs are extremely difficult to remove, especially on a sustained basis. Many water filter companies lead you to assume that their product will protect you from THMs for the service life of their filter when, in fact, it is only the reduction of chlorine that their cartridges can fulfill for this period of use. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between Adsorption and Absorption?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAdsorption happens when molecules adhere to the surfaces of a substance with which they come in contact. This is how carbon cleans water. Absorption happens when molecules are taken up by or enter a substance. This is how a sponge soaks up water. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I know when to change out my CBTVOC drinking water filter cartridge?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eCartridge life will vary in direct proportion to the amount of water used and the type and level of impurities in the water being processed. It is recommended that the cartridge be replaced when the first of the following occurs: \u003cbr\u003ea)  750 gallons of use \u003cbr\u003eb)  9 – 12 months of use \u003cbr\u003ec)  the flow rate diminishes (which occurs when the cartridge becomes clogged with particulate matter) \u003cbr\u003eor d)  the cartridge becomes saturated with bad tastes and odours. \u003cbr\u003eDO NOT EXCEED ONE YEAR OF USE. \u003cbr\u003eThe cartridges cannot be back flushed, or rinsed and used again. Even if your cartridge is still white and the flow rate is still high, once your cartridge has been wetted it should always be replaced within a year, regardless of remaining capacity. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ewater\u003c\/strong\u003ematters™ offers a free automated email reminder service to help you remember when to change out your cartridges. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy should hot water never be run through a carbon filter?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eRunning hot water through a carbon block cartridge can cause the carbon to dump adsorbed chemicals and contaminants into the finished water. Hot water (below 212 degrees) should not alter or damage the raw materials of the cartridge itself. If you accidentally run hot water through the filter, immediately turn off the hot water and run cold water through until the filter cools and then flush the filter for about 3 minutes. The filter then will again perform effectively. Don’t drink the hot water. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat should I do with my CB-VOC water filter when I go on vacation?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eDo not allow water to sit in the drinking water system for extended periods of time (10 or more days) without being used. If the system is to be left unused for more than 10 days, drain all the water from the system and remove the cartridge. The best procedure is to install a new cartridge when you return from your vacation. If you choose to keep the same cartridge, store it on a clean, dry surface in a well ventilated area while you are away. It can be covered loosely with a breathable cotton cloth (cheese cloth). When the cartridge is reinstalled and the system is put back into use, the cartridge will need to be saturated again by letting water run through the system for approximately 15 – 20 minutes. Do not enclose the wet cartridge or place it in a moist environment (refrigerator) as the moisture could cause bacteria to grow on the filter. \u003cbr\u003eNever expose your filter to freezing temperatures. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does ‘inline’ mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e‘Inline’ describes a water filter that is positioned between the source of water to be filtered and the device that will deliver the filtered water. This device could be a dedicated drinking water faucet, a fridge, an ice maker, an instant hot water dispenser, etc. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow can I connect the filter to a fridge, ice-maker or hot water dispenser?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e The CB Tech stainless steel drinking water filter (CB-VOC) is very versatile. 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