APEC Water System ROES-PHUV75 Essence Series Top Tier Alkaline Mineral pH+ and UV Ultra-Violet Sterilizer 75 GPD 7-Stage Ultra Safe Reverse Osmosis Drinking Water Filter System

Our water here in Southern Arizona is pretty good. However, like most municipal water supplies, there's always room for improvement. Being the copper capital of the world, we have a lot of mining down here, and there's always the opportunity for contamination of the aquifers, despite their constant monitoring. We moved from a large house up north to being full-time RV'ers. SPACE is the biggest challenge for us, but we still love it - mo mortgage, no debt, etc. While I really wanted this RO system, I was concerned about where it would get installed, but I was determined to do whatever. The manufacturer provides everything you need. I got the unit with the re-alkaline canister and the final UV sterilization. More on that in a minute. The set-up is well designed with post-processing filters attached with snap-in clamps to the main body of large particulate and taste filters on a frame. They use quick-connect sharkbite-type connectors and hoses, which work well. No leaks. Installation was straightforward. Turns out, there is a space under my kitchen sink in the far back that was empty and not very usable. The canister frame fit perfectly there. The bladder holder tank sits nicely on top of my rig water heater, also under the sink. The usable space that I lost installing this: ZERO. See pictures I have a caution for you and two problems; both of which were promptly addressed by the manufacturer customer support, and both concern the UV sterilization canister. During installation, you place a very long test tube-like glass inside of a stainless canister and screw its lid on. DO NOT USE TOOLS; HAND-TIGHTEN ONLY. GENTLY. I did so, but I may have cranked too hard and broke the glass tube. On the second attempt, I put a thin, soft washer in the top of the lid so that I had a little cushion. Metal on glass can be an issue. See pictures. The second problem was the UV bulb itself. The power supply started beeping and blinking red, which means that something is wrong. I unplugged the power supply and plugged it back in and it worked - for awhile - then failed again. The manufacturer is sending me a new bulb. FINAL STATS: Using a particulate meter, I measured (1) at the city outlet, (2) after my 3-stage particulate filters (not part of the RO), and (3) at the RO tap outlet. The measurements were: (1) 245, (2) 143, and (3) 14. I would call that a win.

I bought this to get away from bottled water. Installation was easy, just be sure to check for leaks. I had a few pre installed connections need to be tightened up. Follow the instructions on first use. I have had no issues with noise or water flow. The only issue, is that when you turn it on after not using for hours, the water will be warm to hot for a few seconds. It’s the water that has been in the UV light for a while. Not a big deal to me. Just run it for a few seconds and it’ll be tap water temp. The water tastes great! I’m sure it’ll pay for itself within six months, not having to buy bottled water. I would definitely recommend!

Filter was delivered in good package and include all parts and instaructions. Installation was also relatevely easy part and system works perfectly fine. Problem started when filter was used after 1 hour. Water came out very hot and cannot be drinkable. After 15-20 seconds water temerature was normal (same as inlet). Problem is UV light is always on which heats up water inside the filter and you have to drain it for 15-20 second before use 1. Huge wast of water 2. Electricity use for light 3. Cost of replacement UV light because of high usage APEC admited the problem with design but offered solution to fix it for additional cost. System is already expensive and I see no reason to pay even more to solve APEC problems. Returning this filter.

Product as described, packaged well and delivered on time. Installed under sink, fairly easy installation (cramped space). Well water is running through product. Tested with HM Digital TDS-EZ Water Quality TDS Tester (from AMZ). Well water TDS tested at 45ppm (50-150ppm sb good), after installation and several rounds of filtration as per instructions the TDS test was 20ppm. We tested a national chains bottled water which was 16ppm. The only issue we had was a small leak from an elbow which was a production issue. I just removed elbow, rewrapped with plumbing tape and retightened...no problems.

Must have with well water that is both hard and has very high iron content! Easily fits under mud room sink providing kids with easy access to water without tracking through the house and I split the feed to the fridge for filtered water & ice (especially for our bourbon). Much better than the fridge filter which we were able to bypass, ice is now clear! Pictures 2 & 3 are stage #1, given our source I preemptively change stage #1 every three months. Stage #2 has noticeable color but no where near like stage #1 and only change every 6-months. Stage #3 has no color at all! Love the UV given our source but water is hotttt for first minute, haven’t sprung for it yet but the UV power supply triggered by use would be recommended and curious why it wasn’t an option with small up change with original purchase. While I’d consider myself handy I don’t do plumbing at all although this was easy to installed myself without issue! UV filter had a leak due to user error but customer service was excellent. I emailed and had a response with 24 hours with very detailed check list and asked for pictures to help diagnose but their check list solved… I had accidentally loosened the seal. Overall great filter and great company given product quality and customer support!

Really simple to install compact and high level of filtration. I would 10/10 recommend

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This product is High quality and not to hard to install , Lots of videos on Youtub will help . Water is life and with a 7 Stage filter Your getting some of the best water at your own home. Well worth the investment . 10/10 AAA+