Do you know how the "Electronic Filter Change Indicator" works? Does it really detects health condition of the filter or it simply counts date?
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Actually,I have not been able to get mine to do anything. I have to probably read the instructions better. so far, it has done nothing. Not much help to you! Sorry!I do believe once I get it figured out,all it counts is the date and when to change the filter.
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There is no indicator that the filter is outdated, but it gets darker in color. It can be washed and reused, but I do not know how this impacts its effectiveness.
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According to the User's Guide, "The filter change indicator contains a non-replaceable sealed battery designed to last 5 years, depending on usage. After 5 years, the pitcher is still functional, but the electronic filter change indicator will eventually stop working."
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There is a small light indicator that is supposed to come on after 6 months of usage or whenever it is time to replace the filter. The small watch size battery is used for that
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They have a recommended change schedule based on time and/or gallons, but you will be able to tell with the water taste. It also depends on the water quality within your area. I'm in Virginia Beach and the water quality is better than Florida, so my filter does last longer here. Flow rate can be deceiving since water pressure is not always the same. Amazon sells a water hardness tester, it could be helpful to better monitor your water quality!
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Dear Sharon, When I did locate the filters last year, I found that they cost almost as much as a new unit, so I bought a new one. Really hard to throw away something that works; built in obsolescence to the max. And I suppose I will do it again next year.
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Jeff, Does your filtration system have a light (red/yellow/green) that indicates when the filter needs to be changed? Let me know if you do, as I may have your solution! kkt
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yes. you reset it in the main display on the fridge door. the days are counted down through the main display not when the filter says it's no good.
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To reset the Filter Check Indicator, press and hold the button for 15 seconds. The Indicator light will blink three times and turn off. If you need further assistance, please call us at (800) 546-5637; Monday through Saturday from 8 AM to 8 PM, EST.
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And I do agree with the other responders here about needing to clean your filter, or replace it. But the "Lo" indicator is about water flow.
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12 month indicator points represent when to replace it. Suppose when you start indicator point on 10th point, it represent October. You can change the next point every month when it ends. That means you have to change every filter after 12 months of use. Note:-No need to change water filter when uses mineral water into the filter water chamber.
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I have tested few times in the past month. There is no change at all in the reading - ~ 350 before filtering and ~ 350 after filtering.
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Length of time. I think it's one year. It's just a stick on timer. It gets no info from the filter.
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I think that you will know EXACTLY when the filter needs changing! Your skin will feel itchy and dry. It will be a very definite change in your skin!! If you put in a new filter and your skin feels the same way, then take out the new filter and put the old one back in. It saves money if you test this way.
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Mine works fine! I probably will buy another one soon. I Think you have to use this filter in order to work properly.
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I have not changed my filters yet, but it looks pretty straightforward. The issue seems to be preventing germs more than anything. I did watch my contractor install the unit start to finish and I think it will be pretty simple changing filters when needed. The filter is GREAT and worth every penny.
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The frequency of changing filters depends a lot on the water quality entering the filter. I have installed two of these on two rural wells that had hard rusty water. I installed an iron filter followed by a water softener ahead of this filter and now have great water for the house and excellent drinking water where before I had issues with stained clothing and rust colored fixtures. In my case the filters have not been changed yet although its not 2 years yet. If you're worried about knowing when to change filters there is a dissolved solids meter for sale for about $30 that can help you make the decision.