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Frequently Asked Questions
Seychelle Water Filtering Technology
Q What makes the SEYCHELLE ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGIES Ionic-Adsorption Micro-Filtration System the
BEST?
A The primary reason our filters perform better than other filtration systems is that each product is
designed to guarantee the greatest amount of reduction per contaminant.
The Micro-Porous body of the filter contains thousands of interconnected omni-directional pores, each being a
uniform 2 micron in size. In addition to pore size control, our micro-porous filters have 3 proprietary media
impregnated within that are coordinated carefully for the reduction of potentially harmful contaminants. The
mechanical filtration is superior in efficacy in the removal of what is referred to as the “A, B, C, D
and R” of water contamination:
A esthetic – unpleasant taste and odors, cloudiness, silt, sediment, chlorine, chlorine
by products…
B iological – harmful microscopic pathogens such as Cryptosporidium, Giardia and other
cysts and spores.
C hemical – toxic chemicals: Trihalomethanes, PCB’s PCE’s, detergents, and
pesticides
D issolved solids – including heavy metals such as aluminum, asbestos, cadmium, chromium 6,
copper, lead, arsenic and mercury
R adiological – Radon 222
Seychelle’s exclusive Ionic-Adsorption Micro-Filtration combines the different concepts of filtration
including adsorption, absorption, chemical bonding and chelation. It reduces specifically all areas of
contamination through the exclusive design and impregnation of proprietary media with outstanding filtration
capabilities.
Q Why are the Seychelle Portable Water Filtration Systems better than bottled water?
A Three basic reasons: First - The US EPA, NSF and ANSI Certified Testing Results of our
filters assure you consistent quality, great-tasting water each and every time. Our water filtration systems
are the most laboratory and field tested products of their kind in the world. Efficacy and quality are
guaranteed and on record. Many bottled waters, especially in developing countries, are not guaranteed and
actual water sources unspecified.
Second - the Seychelle portable water filtration bottle is affordable, efficient, cost effective and
can be filled from any convenient water source anywhere, anytime except salt.
Third - the Seychelle system produces up to 100 gallons of great-tasting filtered water; equal to 757
half liters of bottled water at a fraction of the cost!
Q Will the Ionic-Adsorption Micro-Filtration System wear out?
A The filter will not wear out, per se. However, the maximum filtering capability gradually diminishes
and when the water flow is too low, it’s time to replace the system. This is basically a function of
the quality of the source water you want to filter.
Q Who performs the tests for the filters efficacy and for what elements specifically?
A In the United States, water filtration products are tested by independent laboratories to verify the
exact capabilities and performance. All Seychelle filters are extensively tested by only the highest quality
US approved laboratories certified to test under the strictest EPA, ANSI & NSF standard methods and protocol.
The gallon volume of filtration capacity is tested to NSF standards 42 & 53. In addition, Seychelle filters
have been tested in sixteen (16) foreign countries.
All five areas of contamination “A,B,C,D and R” are tested. See Laboratory Test results for exact
percentage reduction.
Q Is there a problem with activated carbon filters harboring or breeding bacteria or other contaminants
within the filter itself?
A Bacteria can grow on anything, but the key to this product concept is to periodically clean the
filter. Most consumers use a Granulated Activated Carbon (GAC) filter element in a manner that the systems
are either attached to the faucet or permanently installed under the sink counter. The major problem is that
the water is allowed to collect after use, and this is when bacteria grows or multiplies. Bacteria will grow
most effectively in a dark, moist atmosphere, especially if there is no disinfectant in the remaining water.
The main reason for the bacteria build-up is that filters cannot sanitize themselves automatically. With our
bottle products, simply flush with a 1/8 teaspoon of chlorine in one quart of water through the system and
then rinse and flush with filtered water.
Seychelle has not received one report of bacterial growth on one of its filters since its introduction
sixteen (16) years ago.
Q. How is the filter capacity formula determined?
A. Seychelle performs continuous flow tests. For chlorine removal, the testing laboratories run the
filters with heavily spiked water for over 400 gallons without any break-through of residual chlorine or
other surrogates used. Overall filter capacity varies by product as follows:
Water pitchers: up to 150 gallons
Stainless steel bottles: up to 50 gallons
LDPE plastic bottles: up to 100 gallons
Pumps and bags: up to 100 gallons
Pure water straws: up to 25 gallons
Q Are the filter systems pre-flushed?
A. All filter systems are pre-flushed at the factory. Please refer to product manuals for exact
instructions for each product in our line.
Q. Does the filter ever need cleaning?
A. No. Do not use soap or cleaner on the filter as you may damage it and plug up the microscopic pore
openings which will cause it to not work.
Q. What is the filter life expectancy?
A. For most products about one year. The time to change the filter is when you are no longer satisfied
with the rate of flow.
Q. Maintenance and storage
- DO NOT…Place the bottle in the freezer. (When water freezes it expands and could damage the bottle and/or filter);
- DO NOT fill with HOT water, or anything
other than WATER;
- DO NOT run the bottle through the dishwasher.
When the filter system will not be used for an extended period, flush chlorinated water through the filter
and allow to dry thoroughly with top cap removed. Reassemble and stow.
Q. Are your products safe and BPA free?
A. All Seychelle products are BPA free; are non-toxic and do not leach; and use only FDA approved # 4
and # 5 plastics and food grade materials; or # 304 stainless steel.
Q. Who buys and uses Seychelle products?
- Those concerned about the taste, odor and quality of their drinking water.
- Those who travel worldwide.
- Those who pursue an active lifestyle.
- Those who are concerned about surviving disasters including floods, fires, earthquakes, hurricanes, &
tornadoes.
- Those who buy bottled water on a consistent basis even though they may question the source and
quality.
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