Q. Why doesn’t Kangen water(TM) turn the pH testing solution blue (purple)?

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Why doesn’t Kangen water(TM) turn the pH testing solution blue (purple)?
Kangen water(TM) produces a yellow/green color (neutral reading) in pH testing solutions even if it made on the setting for pH 9.5. This phenomenon is often observed in areas where well water is used. Even water that tests neutral has been through the electrolytic process and has the benefits. This is caused by the carbon dioxide in well water, which is produced from decomposing organic matter. Carbon dioxide readily dissolves in water, making it acidic. Water with carbon dioxide can be electrolyzed, however, the carbon dioxide is neutralized during the process. Therefore the water tests neutral on the pH scale. Driving out the carbon dioxide from Kangen water(TM) will result in the Kangen water(TM) expressing blue in pH test liquid. When measuring the pH using a pH testing solution, place a few drops in the flask before pouring in freshly made Kangen water(TM). There is carbon dioxide in your Kangen water(TM) if the color turns blue initially, but eventually turns yellow.

Q. What is the most effective way of using beauty care water (acidic water)?

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What is the most effective way of using beauty care water (acidic water)?
As we mentioned before, acidic water has been approved ��2,3 by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare as an astringent. You can keep your skin moist by spraying it on to your skin when the air is dry.

��2) Astringent effect
Tones skin
��3) Acidic water can be used as an astringent for toning your skin.

Q. What optional purification parts are available for the LeveLuk?

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What optional purification parts are available for the LeveLuk?
We provide a variety of optional accessories to maximize the benefits of LeveLuk DX.
● Flexible pipe:
An 32 inch(es) pipe, compared to the standard 19 inch(es) . When lowering it on your own, support the base with one hand and twist anti-clockwise to secure it. This product is ideal for restaurants, etc.
● Hoses for supplying and discharging water:
Although any length of your choice is available (in 40 inch(es) units), shorter hoses are easier to use for this purpose. The hose offered by our company has special anti-bacterial��1 properties that distinguish them from general products.
● Pre-filter:
Useful in the removal of foreign substances such as, iron rust, dirt, and sand especially when the original water supply is from a well. It can also clear some lime and helps protect the appliance.
● Branching stopper (for middle of the appliance):
The very tip of the appliance is fitted with a branching stopper. A similar branching stopper is also available for the end of the pipes. You will need a pipe wrench to attach it.

��1) Anti-bacterial coating
All the parts in the LeveLuk, but especially those that come in contact with the water in the process of filtering, have had anti-bacterial treatment to avoid any kind of contamination.

Q. What is the proper method of strong Kangen water(TM)/strong acidic water, and how long do they last?

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What is the proper method of strong Kangen water(TM)/strong acidic water, and how long do they last?
Among the five types of water produced by LeveLuk, the two types for drinking (purified water/Kangen water(TM)) can go bad easily due to the container or temperature, because chlorine, which works as a bactericide, has been removed from the water.
For this reason, greater care must be given to the storing of purified water and Kangen water(TM). Please keep these two types of water in the refrigerator for no more than 4-5 days and replace the water in your take-out bottle everyday. For water used for domestic purposes, including acidic water, strong acidic water and strong Kangen water(TM), less care is required, but we recommend changing your supply once a week. To store, please place the water in a lightproof container��1, fill it to the very top to avoid unnecessary contact with air, and store it in a cool, dark place (the refrigerator is ideal).

��1) Lightproof container
Container that keeps light out.

Q. What is the difference between LeveLuk’s electrolysis cell and those of other companies?

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What is the difference between LeveLuk’s electrolysis cell and those of other companies?
Electrolysis of water requires high quality electrolysis plates, and its size, thickness, and number becomes crucial in maintaining durability. The “double cross line” method��4 used by other companies has the appliance’s overall durability in mind. In these appliances, two small electrolysis cells are used in turn to provide resting time, but this limits the volume of water than can be produced at one time. LeveLuk on the other hand, has five or seven electrolysis plates, the largest number in the industry, and while maintaining durability via their large surface area and thickness, they allow the appliance to produce large volumes of water (maximum Kangen water(TM): 0.8-2.0 gallons/minute).
Every function, such as supplying voltage according to switching of the pH setting and producing highly acidic water in the same electrolysis cell, is carefully monitored by the microcomputer. It ensures that the appliance can be used safely for a long period of time. We recommend that you produce “beauty water” once a day for at least three minutes to improve the appliance’s durability.

��4) Double cross line method
Also referred to as the auto cross changer method. An electrolysis system where the appliance is equipped with two small electrolysis cells in order to enhance durability by alternating the cells with each water flow.

Q. Some white bits are floating in the Kangen water(TM). What are they?

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Some white bits are floating in the Kangen water(TM). What are they?
Your original tap water supply always contains some minerals. Especially on the pacific side of Japan, including Okinawa, the land is more alkaline and minerals crystallize readily onto the electrolysis plates and some break off into the water. Although they look like foreign substances, there is no harm in drinking these mineral clusters. In order to prevent the mineral clusters from falling into the water, we recommend changing the setting to “acidic water mode” (run reverse voltage) and increase the pressure and quantity of water once or twice a day for 3-4 minutes to clean out the appliance. Because of the caustic lime��1 situation in Okinawa, we recommend people living in this area to use the pre-filter��2 (sold separately).
Depending on the situation, it may be appropriate to use both of filters together. When mineral clusters stick to aluminum or anodized aluminum��3, it turns brown and becomes difficult to take off. Please refrain from using aluminum or anodized aluminum pans and pots as much as possible.

��1) Caustic lime
Okinawa is said to exist on top of coral. As a result, the water in Okinawa has a high mineral content.
��2) Pre-filter
A filter used in situations where the original water supply contains a high percentage of well water or chemical substance. The transparent filter makes it easy to tell when the cartridge needs changing.
��3) Anodized aluminum
An aluminum alloy often used in household pots.

Q. How does the automatic draining system work?

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How does the automatic draining system work?
LeveLuk is equipped with an automatic water-draining system that prevents contamination and proliferation of germs in residue water. The automatic water draining system is activated once the water stops. It takes approximately 30 seconds for all water in the electrolysis cell, water purification cartridge, and all channels to be drained through the hose (grey). Please note that the automatic water draining system is activated when the water level drops, and positioning the spout higher than the base of the appliance for any reason (pooling of acidic water in the tank, hanging the hose from a rack because of its length) may result in a failure to discharge residue water. Leaving water behind may cause problems with taste and smell. Please be sure to have the spout hose lower than the appliance before turning the tap off.

Q. How should I consume Kangen water(TM) in order to improve my health?

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How should I consume Kangen water(TM) in order to improve my health?
People need to drink more than 0.7gallons of water a day in order to live. The large intestine absorbs water supplied by liquids and moisture in foods consumed by the people. To maximize the health benefits gained from drinking Kangen water(TM), drink more than 0.5gallons throughout the day in small portions, without boiling it. The most effective way is to drink over 0.15gallons of Kangen water(TM) first thing in the morning prior to breakfast. Not only does the first drink in the morning replenish the water lost during the night through breathing and sweating, but the power of Kangen water(TM) speeds up your metabolism��1, improving your health, alleviating constipation, fatigue and even a hangover. Please consult a doctor or pharmacist before using if you are receiving medical treatment or notice any abnormalities in your health.

��1) Metabolism
The process of eliminating old supplies and replacing them with new ones. The process in living organisms where necessary substances are taken in while the unnecessary substances are discharged.

Q. What is the relationship between the oxidation-reduction potential (ORP) and pH?

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What is the relationship between the oxidation-reduction potential (ORP) and pH?
The oxidization reduction potential is the electrical potential needed to reduce or slow down rusting and decay (oxidization.) The ORP��1 also represents the reduction capacity to attract active oxygen. The optimum levels for the human body is between  -150– -400mV. The ORP is also closely related to pH levels. When the pH increases, the ORP also increases. It is also possible to increase ORP through electrolysis. The value depends greatly on the original water supply. An ideal ORP may not be achieved if the original water has a pH lower than 7.0. Please make sure to examine the properties of your original water, for failure to do so may lead to inexplicable errors.

��1) ORP (Oxidation-Reduction Potential)
Electrical potential needed to reduce or slow down rusting and decay (oxidization). This process is also known as deoxidization. ODR is measures in terms of negative mVs. The ideal ODR level for the human body is said to be between -150mV and -400mV.

Q. What is the proper amount/method of drinking Kangen water(TM)?

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What is the proper amount/method of drinking Kangen water(TM)?
Although there are no specific settings, the LeveLuk has a switch that allows you to produce water at three different pH levels between pH8.5 to pH9.5.
For healthy individuals, the selection depends on the age, such as 8.5 for children and 9.5 for adults. In the end, however, it is up to individuals to choose the pH of their drinking water. If the purpose of drinking Kangen water(TM) is to alleviate various chronic illnesses, we recommend water with pH 9.5 (delivering electrolytic water with high content of dissolved hydrogen and a low content of hydrogen ions).
The idea is not to drink as much Kangen water(TM) as possible. It is ideal to have 1-1.5 cups of water first thing in the morning by pouring water into a cup with the spout to avoid unnecessary mixing of oxygen from the air. Then, drink in small portions throughout the day so that you drink over a liter (ideally 2 liters) of Kangen water(TM). We recommend that you take a bottle of Kangen water(TM) with you when leaving the house.