Plumbing question

[Bob 04 H260]

I am not on the boat. I'm looking at installing a water filter in the galley fresh water. I think the H356 uses 15 mm Sea Tech water pipes and fittings if I recall. Can anyone confirm that before I order some ?

Thanks, Bob

 

[Terry Cox]

Galley Water Filter Alternative

Hi Bob, the city water system in these parts is very high quality. However, when this water sits in a boat water tank for sometimes months, it can become a bit stale. So, for washing, bathing, etc., I use the water straight from the tank. Clean, no smell and very safe. If the water from your tank adds a smell or taste to the water, follow Peggie Hall's water system recommissioning procedure. It has worked for us and very effective.

All of our drinking and cooking water comes from a PUR kitchen faucet filter that attaches to most any standard galley faucet spout. Easy to install or remove when I need it. PUR filter cartridges do a very good job of removing any smell and contaminants. I normally keep four filled small water bottles with PUR filtered water in the fridge for consumption. Much easier solution, IMHO, as opposed to cutting into the boat's water hose system.

To my taste, I am unable to tell the difference between the water from our tanks and water from the city faucet. I just feel better knowing that PUR does a good job of keeping the water we consume safe.

 

[Bob 04 H260]

Hi Terry, thanks for the advice. That is pretty much what we have been doing.

We find sometimes the bleach can have a bit of a strong taste, filling the tank in the Bahamas I have been a bit heavy handed on the bleach maybe because of concerns with the water.

Our boat sits in Florida all summer with the water tank full. I flush it a few times and sterilize it before we begin our cruise.

I'm looking at a filter that will catch any bacteria and maybe taste a bit better. I'll have a small tap on the side of the galley sink for filtered drinking water.

We have been using the faucet filters as well but they do not filter out any bacteria, that would be the reason for upgrading the filter. There are some bugs that are resistant to chlorine and or need quite a long contact time.

Regards, Bob

 

[Scott B]

Yes they are 15mm... pg. 57B


http://www.marlow-hunter.com/export/Owners-Manuals/356 Owners Manual 2004.pdf

 

[Bob 04 H260]

Thanks Scott, I have that manual on my iPad but some how missed that notation. I'm trying to order everything I need before we head south so we can get the work ASAP and start our cruise.
Much appreciated, Bob

 

[PKFK]

I can vouch for the Seagull water filter system. It makes tank water taste great and also is a very good sterilization system - removes bacteria and many other nasties.

Being able to use water from the tank is a big benefit rather than going with jugs for potable water.

 

[Bob 04 H260]

I can vouch for the Seagull water filter system. It makes tank water taste great and also is a very good sterilization system - removes bacteria and many other nasties.

Being able to use water from the tank is a big benefit rather than going with jugs for potable water.

Thanks Paul, I looked at Seagull filters, the ones I saw seemed quite expensive. Which model did you install ? Where did you buy it ? Is it just used for drinking or all galley use ?

I'm looking at this one http://www.doulton.ca/hip101.html. They use a washable ceramic filter so the life should be extended.

I never did get by the RBYC to see your boat this summer. Maybe next year !

Regards, Bob

 

[PKFK]

Hi Bob - summer seems to go waaaay to fast -but we should make a point of meeting up when you are in the great white north !

We have the
Seagull® IV X-1F Water Purifier

It was put in by the previous owner - but they sell them at general ecology canada in Montreal - Google them. They have been excellent for support - I needed to replace a gasket and bought a new filter element from them.

The units are about $700 so yes expensive but extremely high quality -- chromed stainless housing and very very well built.

You likely can get cheaper units for sure. This one was in the boat so I just was reporting on how well it is made.

We use it for all potable water needs on the boat. We still keep some bottled water in the fridge so its cold for drinking but not having to worry about the tap water is a real treat.

 

[Schatzi]

Bob:
I installed a water filter that filters all the water for the entire boat. The filter housing has a valve in the head which is very useful when winterizing or changing the filter. The filter I choose was a FloPlus filter to maximize flow for shower and other simultaneous uses. It is an economical solution that provides great water to the entire boat. Water bottles no longer needed as we drink directly from the faucet now. I'll attach links below for the American Plumber products...
http://www.americanplumber.com/products/product-details.asp?prodID=7&catID=1&pab=1_1&subID=43
http://www.americanplumber.com/products/product-details.asp?prodID=78&catID=2&pab=1_2&subID=48
These can be purchased from your local wholesale plumbing distributor.
FYI... The filter housing is installed after the pump and before the manifold. You will need 3/4 90 degree to pex fittings and a small length of pex. I cut a hole in the floor hatch under the cabinet so it would all fit under the shelf. A picture should be attached taken before the floor hatch access was cut and reinstalled.

 

[Bob 04 H260]

Thanks Shatzi, I'll look into these. Look like an easy install. It looks like they filter down to 1/2 micron so would keep out the big bugs and hope the chlorine would kill the small ones

Bob