Often the aftermath of the two step ammonia plus chlorine disinfection method used at large, central municipal-type treatment plants. They can produce a disagreeable taste and odor. Chloramine removal is limited to physical adsorption methods such as filtration using activated carbon. Chlorine Chlorine is a disinfectant which wipes out bacteria and is added to most all municipal water systems. The actual health danger comes from some of the chemical compounds chlorine forms by combining with organic molecules that can be found in water.
Activated carbon is the best solution to reducing chlorine in water.
Proper functioning is suspect since products are not designed by the same manufacturer. Threat of leads and bypass exist. Original manufacturer's warranties are voided, technical support is lost, and all NSF and WQA certifications are voided. Cryptosporidium A waterborne parasite that causes severe stomach cramping, fever, vomiting and diarrhea that can last from 10 to 14 days in a healthy person. Hundereds of thousands of people are sickened each year when this parasite is present in the water.