Unscrewing filter Difficulty unscrewing old filter? Does anyone have any tips for unscrewing the filter when it's time to change it?
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Mine was a total witch, & NOT a water witch. I had to take the unit off the faucet, then use Irwin Vise Grip Locking pliers IRWIN Tools VISE-GRIP Locking Pliers Set, Original, 2-Piece (36) Imagine you are looking at it from the bottom and inserting straight in and remember RIGHTY TIGHTY LEFTY LOOSEY. Should be the same looking at it from the top but not as easy to visualize. Although initial installation was easy, reattaching the unit and adaptor wasn't as easy putting it back on, that required the locking pliers as well.
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I tried turning it both ways and still couldn't get the original filter out.
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I have to use a garlic press! I hold it horizontally and if I hold it right, I can grip the nubs on the bottom of the filter with it. But it's kind of ridiculous, and I dread changing the filter because it's so hard. Will try the petroleum jelly someone suggested next time.
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I've tried pliers and even a hammer and it still won't budge. If it is not on tight, then it leaks. But as it is nearly impossible to remove, am tossing out the unit today and have canceled my subscription for the filters.
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I have had this system for years and removing the filters has always been a challenge. I recently purchased Kuhn Rikon The Gripper Jar Opener from Amazon and it grips onto the triangle of the filter. Even with the arthritis in my hand, I can now remove the filters.
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Grip Gloves - Does the trick every time.Here is one kind: G & F 3100 Knit Glove with Textured Latex Coating Gripping Gloves, 12-Pairs, Large, Sold By DozenThere are many others here at Amazon.
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It was very difficult for me until I realized that I was turning the filter the wrong way...
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Culligan Support told me: "The easiest way to prevent them from getting stuck is to remove them once a month and clean inside the housing and around the filter using a little dish soap or vinegar. Then flush the filter for 30 seconds. I have the same thing happen to me. Our water is VERY hard, and if I don't clean my filter housing at least once a month, it requires Herculean strength to open the housing when it's time to change the filter."
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Yes I use tools to do it am going to try a water based lubricant when I install new one in a couple days
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The top lid pops off from the bottom part holding the filter -- ours was so loose it kept falling out -- so we had to bend it out a little to hold in the filter. Just use a screwdriver or something -- should come right out. Hope this helps.
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The same way u put it togather take it apart an wash it. Then change filter wash it off an reassemble it
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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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I actually returned this one and got the other one. I didnt like it but it is complete. Clean the filter out weekly. Hope this helps.
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Although, I haven't had to change the filter yet, I have had the original filter out several times. it may be a little tight but I just pull it out.
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Your old filter should have a removable insert with threads that you can take off and put on the new one
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Good news I tried something I took mine and rinsed it a few times under warm water then washed the whole thing in warm soapy water now it's nice and clean and good to go, it's all dry now so washing didn't ruin it. I couldn't get the filter out of mine either my friend has one same thing
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I find it to be an absolute nightmare to replace the filter. I twist and pull with pliers and it ends up pretty chewed up before it gets off. Really bad design.
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You have to open it and change the filter. I do this every other month only I hose the old one down
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try putting a little faucet grease on the "o" ring and then push up and turn the cartridge to the right into it's locking position. I do this always it helps when removing the filter to replace it
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I saw this tip on one of the reviews and it worked for me...put on rubber gloves, they will give you extra gripping power. Hold on to the top of the casing with one hand while twisting the filter with the other hand. Also twist it clockwise since it's upside down.
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Hi, you remove the little black plastic clip in the screw on top and put a new filter in there and replace the plastic clip. Hope that helps.
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It's been a while since I've changed mine but it just takes some effort to work the new filter over the original basket.you have to remove old filter first being careful not to break it or damage the original basket.then you have to work the rubber opening of the move filter over the basket and making sure it is completely sealed around the basket securely.that's the best way I know how to describe it.o piece you've done it once you'll catch on quickly of how to do it next time
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Sorry, I can't help with this. I returned the item due to poor performance and didn't have it long enough to have to clean the filter. Good luck.
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I tried lubricating the gasket with oil, soaking the unit in hot water, and twisting the filter with my hands and pliers many, many times. It wouldn't budge. This worked for me: 1) Reattach the whole filter unit to the faucet (Screw the metal swivel collar back on tightly.). 2) Hit one of the 3 finger tabs sticking out from the bottom of the filter sideways to your left with a hammer several times until it starts to move. 3) Twist the filter to your left with your fingers until it comes out completely. FINALLY SUCCESS!!
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I haven't yet had to replace the filter. I don't use it that much. My filter is a permanent filter and I just empty it in the trash when I use it.