Regency II Water Ionizer Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ 5 - Calcium

Q1: What type of calcium is recommended to use if we want to add it through the unit?

Q2: When installing the calcium insert does it have to have the top sealing foil removed?

Q3: Do you just put half of the container in or use the whole thing?

Q4: I recently purchased your Regency II. Since I started using it I am having to scrub my water pitcher about once every week. There seems to be a build up of what looks like minerals, making a rough white coating on the inside of the pitcher. Is this to be expected from the use of the alkanizer?

What type of calcium is recommended to use if we want to add it through the unit?
A1: The recommended calcium would be the optional calcium from the ionizer manufacturer, Jupiter. We have it available in a small cartridge that fits into the top of the filter and it is a Coral Calcium from Japan which is released in ionic form. Each small container will last from 6 weeks to 2 months but it is difficult to know when to change since the beads seem to remain intact , a process similar to tea coming from the tea bag.
Other calcium powder may plug up the internal reactor. Top

When installing the calcium insert does it have to have the top sealing foil removed?
A2: No, the calcium insert does not need to have the top foil removed, however there is no problem if it happens to be off since the filter cap fits up against it. Top

Do you just put half of the container in or use the whole thing?
A3: You insert the full cartridge.  Most of the unit filters come with an empty cartridge already inserted so you need to lift that out first. The new one will then drop down completely into the top opening so you can close the filter cap. Top

I recently purchased your Regency II. Since I started using it I am having to scrub my water pitcher about once every week. There seems to be a build up of what looks like minerals, making a rough white coating on the inside of the pitcher. Is this to be expected from the use of the alkanizer?
A4: The formation of the calcium build up is something that can happen as a result of the carbon dioxide in the air reacting with the ionic calcium in the water to form calcium bicarbonate. Sometimes it will form the residue on the container inside and sometimes it may even form small flakes that float in the water container. While they are harmless they are not appealing for drinking.
Using a vinegar to rinse the container weekly should remove the build up quite easily as it reacts with the calcium and breaks it down. You may also find less of that happening if you use a lower power setting for ionization. It may also change from time to time depending on the water treatment done by your municipality. Top

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