how long does a filter last? i notice that after 40 days , the water only trickles out;however, the light still blinks green.
269485
I change mine every 3 months regardless.... directions say every 3 months also.
1683972
i do not have that problem. its only for cold water. my problem with this filter is, it don't last the way it used to to about 4 to 6 months. in my case, the last few filters lasted only about 6 to 8 weeks and the flow becomes very slow and restricted inspite of having the same source of city water.
814266
I have used mine for about four months, lots of greasy smoke, filters still green. Should replace the filters when the light turns red.
1265606
Great filter! But the filter will last a lot longer than 2 months, try for four or when the stream starts to slow noticeably.
1918299
Depending on how much water you use. Ours usually lasts about 2months.. Aside from that this is the best brand of filter we have used. All of the others Pur etc.. all start leaking and squiring water all over after awhile. I definitely like the Dupont filter the best.
880000
mine go for 2 months, maybe a week or two less if water is not as soft. it starts to get kind of dirty smelling after that ive found. it could go for 3 months probably for someone else, i could see that.
1465423
Usually when water sits for long periods of time, it becomes stagnant, and in the case of your filter, it's been just sitting in that filter for a month. There is a possible build up of algae. Id buy a new filter cartridge and try that.
124063
If the filter is still in the original packaging it wont just poof expire. But the filter inside the unit does need replaced after use I find after about 30-50 gallons of water but have been told as low as 25 and as high as 100 gallons. I think its one of those if the water is clean it pumps more water and the closer you use it together time wise the more it pumps but not exactly sure. Remember to always carry iodine pills for backup.
1208172
Hello! Well I will tell you. I ordered two replacement filters about three weeks ago and I have that same issue. It seems to filter the water and then it does come out slower. I don't know if its a real issue but I know exactly what you are saying. I am going to call culigan and find out for sure. Thanks
494471
I believe mine lasts about 2-3 months. I fill about a pitcher a day or so. I do notice some of the black bits ( charcoal?) floating on top of the filter before it goes through but that's all. My unfiltered water is in the 280 range.
451844
I've used these faucet filters before, and the manufacturers tend to be pretty optimistic about the life of the filter. Also, the two months quoted is really an estimate because it depends on the condition of your water and how much you use the filter. I haven't had mine long enough here in Florida to get an idea of how long it will last, but I'm pretty careful about only using it for drinking water. From my experience, I'd say a month on a filter is within the 'normal' range. Btw (and I'm not sure if it mentions this in the little manual), I've read that running hot or even warm water through them kills the filter prematurely. The good news is this one has made a huge improvement in the taste of my water, so I have to assume it's doing its job!
494474
I filter 2 to 3 gallons of water per day. A filter lasts me about 3 months, maybe a little longer. There is a little bit of black bits that float on the water before it goes down through but that's not a problem. I haven't had all those problems that others are talking about.
1699868
I have had my machine 4 years. I take the filter (located in lower left of water bin-in the hole that takes in water) out on a regular basis and clean it. If I forget about it the machine will show ADD WATER LIGHT when there is plenty of water in the bin and the filter is too clogged to suck in water. I take a butter knife and pop it out of the center of the hole. I do not know where or if you can buy replacements but I still use the original that came with my machine.
2144527
after the filter expires, which varies from 2 weeks to 4 weeks (very unpredictable, see my reviews on filters for more details info) the water tastes like something died in it. I have been trying to contact the customer service, be prepared for long holds and no clear answers. I would not recommend this product to anyone until they resolve the filter issues.
1686333
It depends on the quality of the water being filtered. If the water is murky, the filters will need to be cleaned more often and may last only one year. If the water is clear, the filters may last up to four years.
1683970
i do not have that problem. its only for cold water. my problem with this filter is, it don't last the way it used to to about 4 to 6 months.in my case, the last few filters lasted only about 6 to 8 weeks and the flow becomes very slow and restricted inspite of having the samesource of city water.
1507463
it sounds like you need a new salt chloronator. Green flow light shows you are getting flow through chloronator. Salt chloronators only last 3 - 5 years.