if I use my kitchen tap as the source... will fish waste get splashed everywhere? The Mrs won't like that very much.
1342520
It mainly depends on how much/high you turn to faucet on. I use my bathroom sink, turn the faucet on high and no such "fish waste" as ever splashed. out of the sink.
1342521
No it well stay in the sink! But I have found that the green plastic part that connects to the faucet sprays water all over the kitchen counter. I had to put a rag over it to keep the water from spraying all over the place.
89275
I used tap water but only after I ran it through a water purifier. I still have my shark and it's never gave me any problems. It may be because I use filtered water. The hard water will leave deposits in the iron which will ruin the shark. I always pour out the rest of the water I don't use.
1845626
I would think that depends on the water quality. Debris need to be kept from clogging the intake grate such as algae build up.
1882066
Yes, I think it would clog up and no, you can't open it and clean it. Funny you ask because mine just died. Little Giant is the best you can buy, just not this one for your pond.
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It really depends on the size of your house. Mine is 1200 SQ FT and when the unit is working (during the winter) I'm pretty sure it uses 4+ gallons per day. I am using distilled water in this unit (hooked direct to my distiller tank) and there is no way I can stop the unit from "flushing" itself - which is a complete waste of water. At least I don't have to bother cleaning it anymore...........the distilled water leaves the unit spotless. The only downside is that I have to await the day when the unit becomes inoperative because the plastic cracks again. A sad waste of $1200. If you are thinking of buying this unit - DON'T!!!!!!!!!!! It really depends on the size of your house. Mine is 1200 SQ FT and when the unit is working (during the winter) I'm pretty sure it uses 4+ gallons per day. I am using distilled water in this unit (hooked direct to my distiller tank) and there is no way I can stop the unit from "flushing" itself - which is a complete waste of water. At least I don't have to bother cleaning it anymore...........the distilled water leaves the unit spotless. The only downside is that I have to await the day when the unit becomes inoperative because the plastic cracks again. A sad waste of $1200. If... » Read More It really depends on the size of your house. Mine is 1200 SQ FT and when the unit is working (during the winter) I'm pretty sure it uses 4+ gallons per day. I am using distilled water in this unit (hooked direct to my distiller tank) and there is no way I can stop the unit from "flushing" itself - which is a complete waste of water. At least I don't have to bother cleaning it anymore...........the distilled water leaves the unit spotless. The only downside is that I have to await the day when the unit becomes inoperative because the plastic cracks again. A sad waste of $1200. If you are thinking of buying this unit - DON'T!!!!!!!!!!! « Show Less
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Can't imagine not draining or the tuna dish, etc. would be too watery. I do like this tuna very much, just wish it wasn't so expensive. jmg
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If you are anal about it being spotless, then yes. But it's not really necessary. I just give it a quick rinse to get the big chunks out, and that is good enough. Because of how the distillation process works, the water will still come out just as good even if there is a bunch of crap in the bottom.
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I have never had an issue with water but mine are not that close to my sink. You could always add a touch of silicone to prevent water to drip down. If its that close to water make sure you install a GFI receptacle to plug it into.
43926
You must have a splash guard of some sort. Otherwise, large items such as utensils, cups, hands, whatever, could fall into the mouth of the disposal. With the unit running, these (and the disposal itself) could suffer permanent injury or damage. Items may also fly out of the disposal and strike you. During normal operation, disposal water and food particles will splatter out the disposal's mouth, soiling your face, clothing, and the area surrounding your sink.
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Yes, but it's worth it to keep the steamer running longer. Tap water will ruin the internal parts.
1897888
definitely not! the unit is prone to leaking and you could find the entire contents on the counter. i tossed mine!
928827
I was wondering the same thing. In my area there is a lot of chlorine in the tap water, (you can smell it). Plus, don't you have to let the water settle to the same temperature as your tank? I've got a lot of money invested in my fish and I'm kind of hesitant about risking killing them all by mistake. I called PetSolutions.com to ask and they said it had to be filtered water. What I started doing is setting the refill buckets up on the platform of my 6 ft. aluminum ladder and letting it siphon back into the tank, that way it doesn't disturb anything.
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No, the water would overflow and all you would have left is a small amount. This has to be used for feed so the gravity takes it to the tray. Suggest getting a similar size but made for water where the water is regulated.
1001640
I bought mine used at mine used at least two years ago and it's still going strong, but all you'd have to do is buy a new fish tank aerator. That's the only moving part. My cats really love it; there's always someone drinking at my house.
782412
Absolutely not! If you are using this product to add to spring water, or tap water that you have determined has NOT had any additional flouride added (there is a trace amount of flouride in most community water sources) and has been boiled for five minutes, then cooled - add the drops you require to the cooled tap water and you are good to "go." (I have brewed water kefir grains for many months using this method, and the grains are healthy and have multiplied well.)
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I have used it in my kitchen for frozen fish and shrimp. There is some oder in the kitchen, but not throughout the house.
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I'd say so, depending on how messy of a drinker you've got there. Just beware of the chunks of food that may get dropped on the plastic as well. Once they mix with the splashed water, it can get a little yucky. I have to scrub this thing fairly regularly, but it comes with the territory. It's a great set of bowls, especially for taller dogs.