how do you clean the black filters?
828553
I have just used the sink "Side Sprayer" for this so fare. Has stopped passing water at times. This has worked so far. So I have not scrubbed them yet. Or have needed too. Working great. No complaints. Have looked into mineral supplements. and they are still comparable. and more convenient then purchasing mineral water. I used to have mine delivered. In the 5 gallons. Spring water.
828554
I have not cleaned the black filters. Sorry, I can't be of assistance on this.
828555
You take the rough side of a sponge and under running water just scrub. We have the blue sponges which don't scratch. I did it first, but the water still ran slowly, so my husband scrubbed harder and then it worked like new. This is the first time in 6+ months that we've had to clean them. There are videos on YouTube if you want to see someone do it, but it's really not hard.
828556
Soap, warm water and a mildly abrasive sponge. If you purchase the filters you can find all the info you need on berkey's website.
828557
Give them a thorough scrub to get the layer of sediment off. And you do have to re-prime to get air out and re establish flow. Hopefully you've kept the priming washer thingy that comes with the filters.
828558
I use a non scratching scrub sponge to clean the outside of the filters. Then re-prime each filter to get ride of any lose material that may have become dislodged due to the cleaning. Then reinstall .
2098463
You press open on top and remove the filters for cleaning (see cleaning instructions). When placing the filters back, the word "Front" faces you. While the filters are out, I use a damp cloth and carefully wipe the inside--be aware there is a wire inside. Gentle cleaning is key.
2205530
They can be cleaned. You can take the black plastic piece with the holes off and clean that gunk out. I do use soft water in it. I used hard water for a short time and that will drastically change how long it will last. I put the whole thing in my dishwasher. Even the filter and pump. I just don't do the plug in piece but the wire - yes. Just make sure it's dry obviously before plugging back in.
1503809
How often? Daily or what? I'm not sure why you assume the black filters are fragile. However they are held on by screwing them into place and it might be a problem to continually have to take them off and put them back on thus loosening the attachments continually.
237335
I wouldn't try cleaning the filters on mine..... they get yucky, not just dirty. I always replace mine from filtersamerica.com
1052494
I use paper filters inside of the mesh holder. Makes it easier to clean up.
906037
I use bleach water. Let it soak for a few minutes and then clean with soft brush.
1112855
Not sure what you mean? Mine appears to be working as expected - still collecting dust per my black filter
770596
u need to buy the k&n; recharge kit for those type of filters. I bought one at my local autozone , or oreillys. I tells u step by step how to do the cleaning . very easy.
407838
Just take the top off and there should be a black flap. Undo the flap and replace with new filter. Make sure u take the plastic wrapper off of it.!
1235147
Pull off the back by hand. The filter pulls out easily. Then vacuum with soft brush using your regular vacuum cleaner. Takes about 1 minute. Then follow instructions on resetting the indicator light.
28744
The correct way is to replace them, although I'm sure you could rinse them without any damage to the filter.A new filter comes with the unit. Hope this helps ~
2092215
You are doing it right. This is a gravity filter. The water is purified by slowly passing through the black activated charcoal media. It could take up to an hour for all the water to pass through the filter(s). However, sometimes these filters get a little clogged up and slow down significantly. In that case take a sponge with a "soft" scrubber back and gently scrub the filter's surface. Rinse the filter with water and you should see an improved rate of gravity filtering. If your filter(s) have been used for a long while, and don't improve after scrubbing, it may be time to replace them. You are doing it right. This is a gravity filter. The water is purified by slowly passing through the black activated charcoal media. It could take up to an hour for all the water to pass through the filter(s). However, sometimes these filters get a little clogged up and slow down significantly. In that case take a sponge with a "soft" scrubber back and gently scrub the filter's surface. Rinse the filter with water and you should see an improved rate of gravity filtering. If your filter(s) have been used for a long while, and don't improve after scrubbing, it may be time to... » Read More You are doing it right. This is a gravity filter. The water is purified by slowly passing through the black activated charcoal media. It could take up to an hour for all the water to pass through the filter(s). However, sometimes these filters get a little clogged up and slow down significantly. In that case take a sponge with a "soft" scrubber back and gently scrub the filter's surface. Rinse the filter with water and you should see an improved rate of gravity filtering. If your filter(s) have been used for a long while, and don't improve after scrubbing, it may be time to replace them. « Show Less
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I clean them after every use with a toothpick and by tapping them to loosen the dust (outside). They don't wash well. To me water just make the dust cake on the filter. The toothpick method is a little time-consuming but works for me. They will last 3 or 4 times of vacuuming the entire house.
1228144
change the removable filters from the wand the one that connects to tubing. Clean the wand tip with alcohol
1359690
may need to clean filter in back. use amonia. also if yours has glass plates take them out and clean in amonia
992046
They come with instructions on how to clean it.And there is not filter.Hopes this helps you..