Do you really need to use filters? We have town water which is supposed to be pure. Thanks, Mary
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I find it easier to keep basket clean, can just remove paper filter leaving basket in position to prevent movement of filter unit which can make it drip from water dripper. I also use BROWN filters to remove "cholesterol" from the coffee. Yes, it is strange but true !! you can find them for about $2.
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It has a small filter that comes with it. I replace it every so often. I use it just because it has it. I guess you wouldn't have to.
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Hi, if you were talking about "water" filter, YES you should change it as often as you want. If you look at it, it will show you just how "clean" your water is. A common reason is RUST ! Hot water in pipes has a sediment of rust particles. Even when cold only is turned on, particles move in pipes and may be sent thru water system. Check top of filter for "rust", easily seen if problem exists. Maybe you are lucky and have "clean pipes" !! LOL
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Mary,I don't have that particular model but I would use filter anyway. It could only be better.
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If you are referring to the small charcoal filters at the end of the wand - this is users choice - if your water is clean then I doubt you need it. Try it without for a while and see if it makes a difference.
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Hi Mary - no you don't have to use the filter but I do because even pure water has minerals that can build up and clog the water inlet.This is my second one - the first lasted over 15 years. makes the best coffee - enjoy
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Hi Mary - no you don't have to use the filter but I do because even pure water has minerals that can build up and clog the water inlet. This is my second one - the first lasted over 15 years. makes the best coffee - enjoy
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The more filtering the better. The water may be 'pure' but what does that mean??? When we clean the maker, we run 3-4 pots of plain water through WITH FILTER and the filter picks things up: bits of calcium, alkaline and such. PLUS when using the filters you just pick up the filter and toss it, no need to rinse or wash the basket. We used our old Cuisinart for 10+ years in our motorhome (we lived it in) and now we have a house too and have the new maker there.
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Mine came with the three filters. You'll have clean water if you need it. Great piece of equip't.
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No, filtered water is not required. I've been using plain tap water - and the filter that came with this great coffee maker and fits on top of the coffee basket.. Think I will buy more of those filters when time runs its course on this one (I believe its use is for one month). Hope you enjoy your Mr. Coffee Maker as much as I'm enjoying mine.
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They do not filter the water. The replace intrinsic minerals that are filtered out by our public water systems. They don't purify. They don't filter. They add back what is lost. And yeah, it does make the water taste better, at least around here.
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It is my understanding the primary reason for the filters is to enhance the taste, and it certainly does that for me, and I prefer using them. Other than that, I don't think the filters are necessary. I recommend you refer to your original manual for further clarification
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I don't believe their is a filter . only a water demineralization cartridge in that unit . if you go too the unit info from manufacturer it will say no filter to clean ..
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I live in an area where water is very hard. The filter doesn't remove the calcium. I can see that while boiling the filtered water; have to clean the boiler every day if I don't want to have any sediment in my tea. I find the Berkey filter more effective.
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Use a single filter for the entire system (for water heater and filtered water dispenser). Filters should be changed periodically so set up some kind of reminder!
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Dear Carlos, I am sorry, but my water is fine. I do not have a filter. My problem is high calcium. As a result I need a new unit about every three years. I did see some filtering units for sale. I would try a reverse osmosis if I had your problem.Thanks
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Yes, basically what you have left is H2O. No salts from softeners, no chlorine, no minerals. Some say minerals and even bacteria are important to humans. If so I'd rather have my water pure and get minerals other ways. Dave
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i just use regular old tap water, it has a filter in it (doesnt need to be replaced)... they say to clean it out once a week... im sure if you really wanted to you could use filtered water, but its fine with just tap water :)
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It really depends on the water condition. I haven't had our Berkey long but that's my understanding of how the filters work. Get a water tester and just test from time to time to make shore the filters are working.
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no, I do not have chlorinated water, so that doesn't matter to me. But I am sure it does to anyone with city water. Only thing you could do is filter prior or use bottled water.
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Yes. I use filtered tap water. Some people use distilled water, but I find that tap water works just fine.
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I don't know the real answer to this question but....I always use filtered water. Our water here is full of floride and sodium and something other than tap water just seems to be a good idea.
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Instructions are with my lady but I recall some of it. One, if you are using distilled water only, you won't need to clean it. If you are using tap water, then you will need to clean it if your water is HARD WATER, leaves a white calcium/lime residue. City water is usually pretty hard. I think that you only need to wipe it with a clean rag where you see this mineral buildup occur. No solutions or solvents.
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Nope. No filter required. Nothing required but water. We love ours! Works well.