Since replacing this filter the water is coming out cloudy unless I run it for a minute. Any ideas?
297642
Hi friend. Did you let the water run for 5 min after initial installation the fist time? It is in the correct position. Also make sure the filter is on the right position. If this keep happening then I believe that it is defective. I hope not.
297643
Make sure filter is upright with arrow in right direction, only run cold water for several minutes before using.
297644
After placing the filter with the arrow in the correct direction and having the water running for 2 minutes, it should be ok. If the filter is not installed correctly you may experience cloudy water.
297645
Because the filter is just loose powder inside, it needs to have gravity on its side. If your filter housing has the removable bell housing part pointing down, try flipping the whole housing so it points up. That way, the cartridge has it's intake part pointing up and turning water on and off won't fluff the media but rather will pack it tight. Note that I'm NOT saying to simply flip the filter itself, that won't work... hope that helps.
1528014
When I got mine out this winter it was doing the same thing but I had put new filters on it and think them weren't soaked yet. I changed the water and restarted it and the thing has been working ever since so that is all the help I can be.
799957
Hi. Did you allow water to run through te filter for 10 mins? In the installation instructions it dates you should flush the filter for 10 mins prior to first use. I hope this helps.
1334539
The replacement light simply runs on a timer so it is likely just a coincidence that it came on now. There are no sensors that measure the quantity of water through the filter or quality or water output. Simply reset the filter reminder on the panel and wait till the next time that it comes on to replace.
890404
First time user as of yesterday, but, in past use of other filters, I would say the insert fiber wasn't rinsed well enough or you got a "bad" one. I rinsed my 1st filter and made sure it was soaking wet and moved the carbon around while rinsing. Try netting the water surface, remove filter insert, rinse and try again. If this doesn't work, get a new insert and rinse really good before use. Hope this Works for ya' !
451842
I saw posted somewhere that a different manufacturer's device automatically is set to do this after a certain amount of water has flowed through it. Simply removing and then reseating the filter MIGHT fix the issue, although I can't guarantee it will be the same for this device.
1208170
Seems like it's faulty to me. I just replaced my filter with a new one and the flow is the same as the one that came with the unit.
1857007
Have you soaked it in cold water for 15 minutes and then scrub it ? Thats what the directions say. Also I know there are some phony filters out there. Where did you get it ? You need to call the filter company if you have tried soaking it etc and they can send you a good one. Hope this helps you.
1190427
I had a similar issue in a minor way with my first one. It stopped very soon. I figured it was just minerals that weren't secure. No big deal. The minerals are what alkalinizes the water. It's either just a minor flaw in the construction of the filter or some minerals got in there that were too small for it.
1232464
We had the same problem - evidently we may have waited too long to change the filter and so much pressure built up in the chamber that it ruined the plastic threads in the cap. We had to use some large channel lock pliers to turn the cap out and ruined the threads in the process. We contacted customer support about the problem and they replaced the unit - hope this helps
829514
Hi Chris, I think it is not necessary to change filter if the water became clear. But I think it would be good idea to change at least one of filter cartridge if the water still cloudy.
1535516
Did you test the water? Did you run it for a few hours after installation? I thought ours was a bit cloudy too in the beginning but it turns out it was just very small air bubbles. We've had ours 6 months and are thrilled with it!
1729518
I haven't had this issue at all. No problems. Check to see that the filter is in right and screwed shut, make sure it is attached well to the faucet
571010
How about reading the manual. It's online. Pull out the water container. Reach in and pull the filter down. It is towards the the front of the unit. Wash, dry and replace.
1584999
Not a problem with mine. It could be a clogged filter or to much pressure/flow from the supply. Replace the element and/or turn down the flow rate.
1190428
No. When you first run water through the filter you may get some cloudy residue, but after that the water should be clear. One thing you may want to check is the water source that is going through the filter. Fill a glass with the water you have been using and see if it has the debris. Another thing you may want to do is use bottled or filtered water.
2084001
Unscrew the system off. Take out the filter drain the water and reinstall. If that doesn't help call waterchef customer service they are Greta they helped me install mine