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Questions and Answers for 3M AP430SS Scale Inhibitor System

Internet #100047160

Model #AP43011

Store SKU #1000717572

  • Prevents scales on heaters, boilers, and water-related appliances
  • Maximum system performance and cartridge life with polyphosphates
  • UL listed product ensures that it abides by the safety standards

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Q:What is the thread size of the "filter"? (not the inlet/outlet)
by|Aug 6, 2021
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A:  Thank you for asking! Due to the technical nature of your request please call our certified team at 1-800-388-3458 M-F 8am-4:30pm CT and provide case number 25849003 Thanks again, and we look forward to your call.

by|Aug 10, 2021
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    Q:How many gallons of water is this good for? I know they give a time period to replace it, though it's life is going to be a product of the water's flow-rate thru the system and not a fixed amount of time. So knowing the gallons of water it's good for would allow me to get the maximum life out of the filter and not be throwing it away when it's only halfway used and such!
    by|Feb 16, 2021
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    A:  Please replace filter every 6 months.

    by|Feb 23, 2021
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    Q:In my setup, I have a tankless in series after a tank water heater. I am not trying to be green, I am trying to ensure hot water consistently over long periods. I have this installed between the tank and tankless, so 120 degree water is running through the filter prior to the tankless to protect the tankless. Eventually. I will install it on the cold before all of it, but not right now. is this implementation useless, or dangerous in that it is over 100 degree max specification? Please don't lecture on implementation, just answer the question if you have the knowledge. Thanks!
    by|Oct 26, 2019
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    A:  The max temperature rating of 100 F is there to allow the media to dissolve at the manufacturers rating, as well as to protect the integrity of the plastic composite material. Higher temperatures for prolonged periods with negatively impact the structural integrity of the material, potentially causing failure of the material and then failure of the system which could lead to a serious to major water leak and water damage.

    by|Oct 29, 2019
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      Q:How to tell IF current filter NEEDS REPLACEMENT ???
      by|Jun 19, 2019
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      A:  Hello DK, The filter should be changed every four to six months. I hope this helps. Cheers, Chris

      by|Jun 22, 2019

      A:  I have one installed coming into my hot water heater. I just change it every year. It's a bypass? filter so even if it's not working or working well it won't impede the water flow.

      by|Jun 22, 2019
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        Q:Can this be put in with a water softner? If so does it go on before or after the softner?
        by|Jan 5, 2019
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        A:  Yes, you can put this on a water softener. It won't hurt anything, but effectiveness depends on how your water treats the water. If you do install it, I'd place it after the water softener. Personally, I'd install it as it can only help and not hurt Hope that helps!

        by|Jan 5, 2019

        A:  Yes it can and it is installed before the water softener

        by|Jan 8, 2019
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          Q:where do you get replacement filter cartridges?
          by|Nov 12, 2018
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          A:  Home Depot

          by|May 2, 2021
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            A:  Hello - this product can be purchased on www.homedepot.com. For assistance please call our Product Information Center at 1.800.364.3577 M-F 8am-4:30pm CT so we can get some additional information and help.

            by|May 2, 2021
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              A:  https://www.aquapurefilters.com/shop/product/finder/

              by|May 2, 2021
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                A:  I buy them online from Home Depot.

                by|Nov 13, 2018
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                  Q:If I unscrew the cartridge does water flow out of the T onto the floor? Do I need to install a shut-off valve on the cold water line before the AquaPure unit and shut off the cold water before I change the cartridge?
                  by|Dec 21, 2017
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                  A:  You will need a shutoff valve. Mike

                  by|May 5, 2023
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                  Q:Do I need this with a tankless if I have a water softener?
                  by|Sep 23, 2017
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                  A:  Ok, I have a tankless water heater also. I however use only city water. I'm not familiar with water softeners or there operation.

                  by|Apr 9, 2021