I should note, not all rooms come with air conditioners, and the fridge was a rental from a separate vendor which was well worth it since the combo appliance weighs 80 pounds and this was a third floor walk up.
The Home Depot guy was wrong, your pipe doesn't need to be 10 feet long to install Scaleblaster. The device itself needs to be within 10 feet of where you in wrap the wires if I recall. But the pipe itself needs to be about 12 inches. Question everyone, but just read the manufacturer specs and instructions yourself, he was clearly wrong.
Here's a video from Culligan where it shows that they wiggle it out, hope it works for you: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-E0Kb-1u-PPk.html
The only problem with checking how fast you can fill a pitcher up with water With the scale blaster or without the scale blaster is that you from what I can see are on a well so the flow rate varies a lot for instance if your pressure switch is set up to turn on at 30 PSI and turn off at 50 psi and you did a flow test if you checked the flow rate as it was reaching 32 psi and then tested again as the pump kicked on and it was at 49 PSI you would definitely have a different flow rate
Roughly, I have to replace my water heater elements every 10 months without adding salt for my salt softener. Sounds like this type of products can only make it every 10.5 month or something like that. Not much usage for me?
I have the Costco special version of this, the SB-30. Pay attention to the instructions carefully, don't cross the lead wires from the unit to the custom wrapped coil (and make sure when you wrap it in the same direction if you have to go over the first coil). First, this is NOT a water softener and does not soften the water at all! It is only a descaler and helps to prevent hard-water scale buildup, nothing more. It uses RF (electromagnetic) waves of various frequencies to do this within the section of the pipe as water flows through it. The conditioned water then flows to whatever you have in the system supplied by the water supply line. It MAY help, over time, to remove existing scale buildup within the water pipes but the primary function is to stop the new scaling up of internal water surfaces (valve seats, internal pips, hot water coils, coffee pot heaters, etc.) that cause many issues over time. It likely will not affect the taste of the water at all (I haven't noticed it at all). It only works on shower heads and water facets if the conditioned water has extended time in contact with those surfaces - shower heads really don't. The best thing to do is to clean them with CLR (follow directions carefully) and then note that you won't see NEW scale buildup on these locations. That is what I have noticed. I still recommend it as a low-cost, easy to install device. But it is NOT a water softener, don't expect the same effects!
I have the Costco special version of this, the SB-30. Pay attention to the instructions carefully, don't cross the lead wires from the unit to the custom wrapped coil (and make sure when you wrap it in the same direction if you have to go over the first coil). First, this is NOT a water softener and does not soften the water at all! It is only a descaler and helps to prevent hard-water scale buildup, nothing more. It uses RF (electromagnetic) waves of various frequencies to do this within the section of the pipe as water flows through it. The conditioned water then flows to whatever you have in the system supplied by the water supply line. It MAY help, over time, to remove existing scale buildup within the water pipes but the primary function is to stop the new scaling up of internal water surfaces (valve seats, internal pips, hot water coils, coffee pot heaters, etc.) that cause many issues over time. It likely will not affect the taste of the water at all (I haven't noticed it at all). It only works on shower heads and water facets if the conditioned water has extended time in contact with those surfaces - shower heads really don't. The best thing to do is to clean them with CLR (follow directions carefully) and then note that you won't see NEW scale buildup on these locations. That is what I have noticed.
@@victoriacousins4501 Not really. You have to locate it correctly for the main water coming into the house. I suggest you go to their website and see their manual.
@@manehbag732 Hopefully you don't need this anymore :), but if yours is still stuck, I recommend asking Culligan directly. They were very helpful when I needed help. I don't know if this is the same as yours, but here's a video that shows when they take the old filter out: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-E0Kb-1u-PPk.html
yep never had mine not get jammed in... this is my third filter replacement and it's a nightmare... then new filter I bought is smaller, so maybe there's a difference in size.
:D You have expansion tank and pump!!! Every time you test with different pressure... Your pump does not hold constant pressure, it turns on 50 and pumps to 60(this is just an example, it could be any setup 40-50, 40-60, 50-70 etc...), waits until pressure drops to 50 and pumps again to 60. So every time you test with pressure difference. 60psi will fill more water than 50psi.
I have similar system. Mine is the Clearwave version. I can confirm that mine has helped clear scale build up in my copper pipes. I know because I replaced quite a lot of my copper in the basement. I replaced some before installing the Clearwave and afterwards. Examining the cut out sections shows significant reduction of scale build up in the pipes. You must remove all aerators in your fixtures after using the scale blaster device. This will allow you to remove and clean loosened scale blocking the water flow. No need to replace the faucets. By the way, I do not have a 10 foot of straight copper pipe in my installation. That Home Depot employee is wrong.
I can't really say whether it's effective or not since my water is so hard and this device doesn't soften the water. If it wasn't for all the salt, I would have just switched to a water softener by now.
i wouldn't bet on home depot employees advice... some know but a lot are hired on work programs with drug and criminal histories... aaaaaand remember metric is both scientific and easier. 'murica!
This was not a scientific test. Just measuring the amount of time to fill a standard bowl does not prove anything, so this video is totally misleading and gives a positive review on something that may not even work. Here is the problem: This test doesn't eliminate all the variables. One key variable that would affect the fill rate of a bowl (far more than some residual scale in your system) is this: Water pressure. What was done to measure the water pressure at the entry point to your house before and after the installation? Was there any other water flowing in the household that could affect your system pressure, possibly that you didn't know about? For example, variations in the city water pressure (a HUGE unknown), ice makers, irrigation systems, slow toilet leaks all could affect your home water pressure and then the fill rate of your bowl. Unfortunately, since the water pressure into your home wasn't measured before you installed the system, and you made sure that all water outlets were turned off except the one you tested with BEFORE you ran your first measurement, all follow-on tests at this point are meaningless. Electronic descalers are generally unproven. Many are pure pseudo-science, making impressive claims using even more impressive (but misleading) scientific-sounding terms that their marketing department created. Here's a good science-based reference for all water softener technologies, claims, and effectiveness: www.chem1.com/CQ/gallery.html
Should this be installed AFTER the pressure tank if you have private well? Thought the video on scaleblaster.com instructed to do that. May have to do with the rubber in bladder tank would reduce sonic waves.
Tyler...it says some are effective while most are not under the other stuff. This happens to be one of the effective methods. It's $20 on Amazon to buy the device and try it VS getting on here and fighting pointless arguments against something you've never done yourself.
@@mikewalsh511 The truth is that scaleblaster or any other related silly device attached to your water pipes will not change the properties of that water in any way. Anyone claiming it does is suffering from "Observer bias" (google it). If your water is hard get a water softener. Scaleblaster is junk science/pseudoscience/snake oil/scam.
Just so you know, devices like the scale blaster are only effective for around 72 hours. So if water enters the home and isn't used in that amount of time the calcium will revert back to its sticky state.
There are other non-salt conditioners available, and using one of these in conjunction with a calcium and magnesium inhibiting softening method will give optimal conditioning and scale reduction, both new and existing scale formation.
Even though my water is hard, I've never had a lot of scale build up on the sink and faucet. However, it still builds up on my showerhead. I have a filter in that and change it every couple months.
My cousin and I ran an experiment tonight. We put equal amount of water in two different dishes. One of the dishes was condition water and the other was non conditioned. We actually saw a difference in the two water dishes. We are satisfied with the results.
Just installed mine today, it's a brand called Scale Sweeper but same exact concept. We are in the Southwest with VERY bad hard water, so I'm excited to see the results. Did you notice a difference in your showers and clean dishes?
I use a filter in the shower, a Culligan. I have to replace the filter every two months. I believe the only thing that would fix my issue is a water softener, but I'm not willing to deal with the salt. I use the strongest Cascade pods for dishes so didn't notice a difference there, but I do know my teenager is still very affected by hard water. 🙄
@@simoncelliwilson Thank you, also did you notice a difference in the speed of the LED lights on the main unit? I'm excited to see how this works before spending $3k+ on a full system.
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gereral1, the water flow increased after a few months of using the Scaleblaster but I still see scale. It's not perfect, but I will continue to use it for now.
I ordered this item by 2015 and used until today. I brought it from Home Depot. From day one I used this device, the hot water has light yellow residue all over the places. I thought that is normal initially and can get rid of them after 6-9 month. BUT, it will not stop at all!! also, it turned my water purifier to a waste time unit. the water will not get purified after I turned on this SB-75. I spent 2 full years to prove that this idea doesn't work in my area where the water come from local reservoir. So, don't water your money on this device.
Not only that, the main issue is that it make my purifier malfunction and also damaged my distillation water machine!! if you want, I can show you the photo of my machine.
Have you tried the Calmat water treatment system? It's not magnetic but rather works through electrical impulses. I got that one at my home and it works perfect.
Jennifer Kannapel, I didn't have spots since I used the ultimate Cascade pods...the strongest ones they sell. So I don't know. I may have had spots otherwise. Plus I always used white vinegar in the rinse aid dispenser.
You probably have a low pressure water. The pressure should be at lest 40 psi and 80 max. I assume you have less. Buy a pressure gauge and hook it to any faucet to get a reading?
can you tell me what inside in this instrument ? can you show me the circuitry which they are using ? my mail id is acsonpc@gmail.com thanks in advance :) have a nice day
Use a PPM meter. Otherwise you are just "guessing". Many studies have shown these "magnetic" water conditioners don't work. In order to clean or "condition" water, something MUST be removed. I have found THIS to be superior water conditioning: 1- water scale filter, 2- water softener, and 3- DeIonizer filter. Gets you well under 100 PPM ( that is "Particles Per Million"). Of course, filters must be changed, and salt added to softener. but hey, quality ain't cheap. Right? Don't be so GULLIBLE people!
I don't see any claim of filtering. It simply is a conditioner to not build up as much or at all depending on hard water issue. The PPM meter will continue to show that yes indeed there are solids. The use of this product clearly is only to lessen the load of deposits adhering and also make it much easier to wipe away. So measuring the time of water flow is a 100% accurate form of line restriction testing if taken from time to time to compile possible more or less flow based on fluctuating water pressures. PPM tester would only apply to solids fluctuation naturally occurring. PPM testing would only be accurate to test filtration effectiveness. Your comment to this review is way off point.
Weird, salt based water softeners dont decrease ppm. It's called an ion-exchange system: replaces calcium and magnesium with sodium. So kindly quit calling other people gullible without being one.
I'm willing to continue using it in the hope that it might help extend the life of the pipes, but it's not the answer to all of my issues (i.e., water hardness).
Ron Cox II, I can't really see a huge difference, because my glasses or dishes were never too cloudy. I use the Cascade Platinum ActionPacs which work pretty well. The only place I notice a tiny bit of scale is on the showerhead.
How is your ScalleBlaster working. I am getting a new hot water tank and the plumber at Home Depot advised me against getting one. I had the feeling that he was just trying to sell me a water softener instead. Being an older single woman I have trust issues.
connie arancivia I'm not sure whether it's working. I know the water flow has improved since I installed it, but I still see scale on my showerhead. I think I will need a UV light to kill bacteria...if that's the case, I may need something more to address water hardness.
connie arancivia I believe there are other options besides this Scaleblaster and a traditional water softener. That would be my next pursuit. I don't like the idea of putting all that salt in the sewer system. Good luck!
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James, it's because I can't see inside the pipe to tell whether there is more or less scale. My water was running very slow until I installed the Scaleblaster. It's just one way to measure the flow.
Hello thank you for your response and that makes sense I heard the way to tell is to wait couple of weeks and the shower head and the kitchen sink will be much cleaner with less scale, some one also emptied the water heater and saw almost no scale and before got lots of it. I will buy one this week and get it installed because our water here is real bad, thanks again
James, let me know how it goes. I was on the fence about installing a water softener, because I may need a UV light to kill bacteria. I'm not sure if I have room to install a light after the Scaleblaster. Sigh.
