is there supposed to be black particles on your new brita filter?
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hi lynn,k ..as long as its not into the filtered water its ok. they are tiny carbon pieces that filter the water.
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Sometimes the black carbon particles come out of the filter. They don't get into the water and are caused by shipping and throwing around the box. These particles are harmless, and sometimes you will have a filter that doesn't do this as much. I was concerned, so I called Brita, which you can do as well.
1484085
There shouldn't be any in like the main pitcher, but is fine if they are in the top filter area - I still get some carbon flakes in the top of my filter, but it shouldn't matter that much.
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I have little black dots in the upper portion. They seem to stay there and don't harm anything. I really don't know if they-re supposed to be there. I wash them out and they reappear but just a few.
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Hi. No...you need to soak the filter for about 30 minutes, and then fill the pitcher (filter the water through). Once it's full, dump out the water and repeat. Once or twice through usually takes care of the black particles. The particles aren't danerous (I think it's carbon)...just try to make sure they aren't getting into the drinking water/ the pitcher.
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Black particles have appeared in the top portion of the Brita where you pour the water. They appear near when it is almost time to change the filter.
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Mine isn't doing this. I would use some very diluted bleach and clean it very well and replace the filter. Search for the dilution you'll need on the bleach and water for cleaning.
972457
Yes. In the instructions I received with the filter, it says that when it is first installed and you begin to run water through it, the water will be dark in color, but will lighten up fairly quickly and when it come out clear, it is good to go. I found that to be the case with my filter. The discoloration is caused by the charcoal particles in the filtering material. Not to worry.
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Mines Black and takes 2 filters stacked. Better measure the inside diameter of the filter housing where the seal sits.
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As far as I know , the filter is mostly 'activated carbon' and porous membrane. I haven't seen anything that would indicate something coming out while in use...if you see something dark, that is just residule carbon coming out...in my opinion, this will not be harmful
31678
I've never had this problem with mine. Did you rinse out the filter well before placing it? That's the only thing I can think of that might be the cause...
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It could be defective. However, I know after you replace one, and the older filter has captured a lot of particulates in it, the water flows through it slowly. When a new one is put in, it seem to flow through fast just because it hasn't captured any of the microscopic particulates yet. As the activated charcoal in the filter captures more particulates, it will begin to slow down some. I suggest you call Brita on their customer service number and express your concerns. Most of the time these companies are very interested in making sure you are satisfied, so call them.
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Unfortunately you've also received a BAD so called NEW BRITA design. Since it was changed to the new design, this filtering system went down the drain. I had for one month, and the water was always murky, the switch started getting stuck and started to leak. After many years with Brita I switched to Culligan filtering system, good design. Sorry but I think you have a bad part. Good luck.
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the charcoal is safe to drink in small amounts , but try running the filter through a few times to get clear water. Mine did not have any blackness to it after I rinsed it a few times. if it continues , then i would replace the filter or send it back to get a replacement filter.
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I am just now to the point to change my first filter so don't know just yet. Lost where I put my filters so waiting on new ones before I take it apart. I will have to wait to hear on your responses. I don't seem to have goo but I used to get it all the time on their other regular dishes.
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The only time I experienced what you have described was when I forgot to clean the filter once. The slimy black stuff is disgusting slimey mold. If you clean your pump housing and pump regularly I do not think you will have that problem.
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I have wrapped this filter around the larger filter and vacuumed it once in the past sixty days. I believe this filter is a mesh of tiny nylon fibers. I have looked over the package and see nothing that indicates carbon even though its black in color. As for washing this filter, I will not. I plan to replace it after the 90 day period as I believe the instructions recommend. I'm no expert on this but I would not think you would encounter a messy condition if you tried to wash it carefully but that's your call.
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I have had the same issue. I contacted PUR customer service and they said to run water through the filter before using it. They stated that during packing and shipping the charcoal can cause dust sediment. Since then I have not had any issues using the filters. I to have a Keurig and have not had an issue with clogging since then.
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I've been using PUR filters for a long time. I don't have any problem with it. After installation, please don't forget to let the water run for the recommended time.May be you have a different issue. Sorry, I don't have a definite answer for youGood luckN.T
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I've never had that happen to me but ZeroWater's troubleshooting page says that "The carbon inside the filter is rinsed before it's packed into the filter and will sometimes still be a bit wet when it's packaged. Having your filters arrive wet will not affect the performance of the filter." So I think you're ok.
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Honestly I don't know about the black Pentair. My filter system is the beige color as shown in the picture. Sorry I'm not more help.
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Hmm I just tried some out of ours and it tastes normal. I will say though we always use our Brita filter so it may just be a temporary taste when new.