Anyone else has a problem where the red light still flashing after the filter has been changed?
1998607
I usually call Brita customer service when I have a problem. Perhaps not enough water has gone through filter.
1998608
I had the same problem with the red light a couple times. I ignored it and used the filter anyway :)
1998609
There is a reset button on the unit. Look up the location in the instructions manual. I think you need a small point, such as a pen, to press the reset button.
1998610
With the filter removed, look down into the cup that holds the filter and find the 2 contact posts that are right above and back a little from the light display. Check for dirt or anything that might interrupt the contact with the filter. Also check the bottom of the filter itself.
1998611
No, but the light on our filter doesn't work anymore period. Not green. Not red. Nothing. I just try to change it when I remember to do so or when the water starts the taste differently.
1998612
I've been using the filter for years and have never had any problems at all.
1998613
The first of two new filters flashed red, then all lights stopped. Second filter from same package showed no lights at installation or during use. We clean all parts before each install. We think our faucet unit may have worn out (it's five-year's old).
1998614
No, but my red light doesn't flash at all, and I just have to guess when it's time to change the filter. However, I still like that the change isn't complicated.
1998615
my filter started flashing red light after couple weeks - ran for 6-7 months fine. makes great tea & hot chocalate as taste is very much better. new one works OK
1993951
That happened to me once. The cause was a faulty new filter. I returned the filter for replacement. That solved the problem. If your filter has been used for awhile, try replacing it. I would also suggest you replace
1272369
Sorry ! Mine works just fine! As a matter of fact , I am thinking of buying another one Do you clean the filter? That might be your problem?
877160
It's definitely the filter, if you have a new filter replace it if not take the filter out and see if it still happens, I had a exact same problem, replacing the filter took care of it. I even tried to clean the filter but that didn't help.
875557
I have not had this problem. When you replace the filter the meter "comes back to life". If that is not the problem go to the Mavea web site and pose the question. My "guess" is that you will have to replace the whole unit.Good luck
2195211
When you open the new filter, you will find a new battery in there too. The battery is responsible for thelittle light that changes from green to red when the filter needs to be replaced. I change mine much more often than you. Good luck.
1502788
Mine isn't doing this. I would use some very diluted bleach and clean it very well and replace the filter. Search for the dilution you'll need on the bleach and water for cleaning.
87742
Sorry to hear about your trouble, try to run it on max without the ion function on for 15~20 min after you clean the filters. Good luck
2211784
Mine hasn't been working either. I thought maybe it was because the company sent me a replacement filter because this one was out of stock. It had the same "button" you push to get the indicator started but it never changed.
966388
Mine to stopped working. It now just stays red even if I change the filter. I am lost and going to call the company.
1023199
There are built in safety switches, if the filters are not seated and the covers properly seated the unit won't turn on for use. I had to reseat and make sure I had all of the filters and their covers properly seated in place threetimes the first time I encountered this set of symptoms. Once I got every thing properly set my unit went right to work.
171368
My unit is also several years old and the light stopped working after I changed the filter the second time. But we still use it and the new filtersalways fit. Love it and saves buying all that water.
590840
I haven't had that issue - I can usually twist it out with my fingers and place the new filter in in no time. Maybe the filter housing (the thing that the filter sits in) needs to be changed or is defective.
13381
We have recently started to use our AP260, but I seem to remember reading something about the light blinking if the filter needs to be cleaned or replaced.
1265393
The red light is a timed function to tell you when to clean the filters. It can be reset by putting a tooth pick in the small hole in front of the red light.
1851874
Changed HEPA filter and cleaned metal grid with wiring and all of insides BUT two red warning lights kept blinking. Solved by using paper clip to push Reset Button with the unit turned OFF and then, while pushing the Reset Button, I pushed the Timer button first and then the Flow button. Both red flashing warning lights went out! :)
156123
That did not happen to me. If you soaked your filter as it states then this should not have happened. I would call the manufacturer.