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FAQ - AQ-4100 Shower Filter
AQ-4100 Capacity and Specifications
After how many gallons of water does the shower filter need to be replaced?
Every 10,000 gallons or every 6 months.
How do I know when it is time to change the cartridge?
To find a closer estimate to your cartridge replacement time, please refer to this replacement frequency chart. You may receive Email Reminders for your cartridge replacement dates, or, if you would like replacement cartridges to be shipped to you automatically, you may register for the Auto-ship Program.
What is the maximum water temperature the AQ-4100 can handle?
The shower filter's maximum operating temperature is 115 degrees. Normal shower temperature is 100 to 104 degrees.
What is the pressure loss with the AQ-4100?
The superior upflow design prevents any loss of shower pressure.
How much in percentage does the flow of water decrease if I install this filter on my shower?
The AQ-4100 will regulate water usage to 2.5 gpm with the shower head we provide, and will work at 3.25 gpm with no shower head attached. In many cases, water pressure actually increases, as the included shower head is one of the best pressure enhancing shower heads available.
What is the size of the filter?
The shower cartridge is 9" tall with a diameter of 3.5".
What is the media construction of the AQ-4100?
KDF-55 copper zinc mineral media and coconut shell carbon.
What is the smallest size (microns) of particles the AQ-4100 filters?
The AQ-4100 filters down to 10 microns nominal and 20 microns absolute.
What is the psi limit the AQ-4100 can handle?
25-80 psi.
Contaminant Removal
What chemicals does the AQ-4100 remove?
The AQ-4100 will reduce chlorine, SOCs, VOCs, and lead from showering water.
Does the AQ-4100 remove a sulfur odor from the water as you shower?
The AQ-4100, EQ-300, and AQ-4000 will all reduce sulfur odor.
Does the AQ-4100 balance the pH for both acidic and alkaline water?
Yes, the AQ-4100 will bring the pH of water to around 7.5 (regardless of the water) by reducing acidic components and retaining trace minerals.
Shower Head Compatibility
Can I replace the Aquasana shower head with my own shower head?
Yes, the shower filter unit is compatible with most shower heads.
Is the AQ-4100 compatible with hand held shower heads?
Most hand-held shower wands will work with the AQ-4100. If yours does not, you may purchase our Messaging Shower Wand.
Is there a filter for my bathtub faucet?
There is no filter on the market right now that attaches to the bathtub faucet. However, the whole house water filter provides pure, filtered water from every faucet or water source in your home.
Back to the AQ-4100 Aquasana Shower Filter.
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