When do I replace the water tank? Am I supposed to change the water tank after every cleaning or every time I change the filter?
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You should only need to change the water when you change the "filter" (really, it's a detergent cartridge). Make sure you rinse out the tank several times; it gets a nice coating of stubble gunk.
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Hi Margaret, please follow cleaning instructions that came with your machine. Thats what i do. Put clean water in tank and flush system after use....
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The instructions state the filter should need to be changed every 6 Months. I bought mine in December 2012 and have not changed the filter yet. The unit has four lights that indicate when the filter needs to be changed. Mine is only on the second light indicator. I run the unit 24/7 on the second of four speeds, and wash the foam pre-filter every month.
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The manufacturer will always lure you to change you filter media regularly/monthly to insure good business. What i do is clean each one 2-3 weeks depending on how dirty the filter is. I clean it under high pressured water. Don't change it unless it no longer capable of filtering. You can see/ base it in your water clarity.
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Which filter do you have? That will help me help you on the size. As for replacing, you really shouldn't have to unless they tear or perhaps your tank gets really sick so you may want to change if to rid remnants of illness. I changed mine due to a rip and really, really yucky water so we could start with a fresh filter situation.
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I didn't use anything in mine, but I don't use anything when changing the filters either. I just let the tank fill up over the course of a few hours and then I allowed the whole thing to empty down the drain. I think I did this twice just to kind of rinse out the tank.
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Officially, 40 gallons or every 2 months. However, I think you just need to be a bit creative when using it. First, you need to know the quality of your original water. If the original water is good, you may not need to change so fast. However, if the original water is bad, you may need to replace it faster. The filtered water do give better taste than the original water, so when you the taste of the filtered water turn bad, you may want to consider to change it even it has not reached the 40 gallons / 2 months mark.
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Hi Mike, Thank you for your question. I am replying in a few hours after business hours to expedite your request. The owners manual mentions only two maintenance tasks under normal use: 1. To properly maintain the water heater, you should clean the air intake filter every 3-4 months. 2. Clean the Inlet Water Filter and Recirculation Inlet Filter. However, the manual does not specify a time interval. We at GadgetsGo.com suggest that you check these filters once per year. Kind Regards, Ross Kelson GadgetsGo 305-791-1101 P.S. Mike if you have found my answers helpful, please prefer us when you purchase.
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This filter requires no additional maintenance, but it is recommended for hard water. If you already have filtered water or use distilled water, you won't need this filter. The directions say to change the filter every 30- 40 fill-ups. To me, that sounds like a lot. If you use the machine every day, you'll have to replace the filter in about a month and a half, and that can just get too expensive! I wanted to return my filter, but the return shipping was just outrageous, so I've kept it and will use it but not order replacements! Hope this helps!
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You must turn off water supply to the filter then open the filter faucet to release pressure. Then you unscrew the filter case and remove the ceramic filter, clean it, then replace, tighten the case and turn on the water. Check for leaks, tighten more if any leak. How often you clean it depends on the water cleanliness going in. Suggest opening the filter case now and looking. If it looks dirty clean it. Then check it after a month and if it looks clean wait a couple of months next time. I have heard of them going a year without needing cleaning. Another tip you need to clean is if the water output slows way down. You must turn off water supply to the filter then open the filter faucet to release pressure. Then you unscrew the filter case and remove the ceramic filter, clean it, then replace, tighten the case and turn on the water. Check for leaks, tighten more if any leak. How often you clean it depends on the water cleanliness going in. Suggest opening the filter case now and looking. If it looks dirty clean it. Then check it after a month and if it looks clean wait a couple of months next time. I have heard of them going a year without needing cleaning. Another tip you need to clean is if the... » Read More You must turn off water supply to the filter then open the filter faucet to release pressure. Then you unscrew the filter case and remove the ceramic filter, clean it, then replace, tighten the case and turn on the water. Check for leaks, tighten more if any leak. How often you clean it depends on the water cleanliness going in. Suggest opening the filter case now and looking. If it looks dirty clean it. Then check it after a month and if it looks clean wait a couple of months next time. I have heard of them going a year without needing cleaning. Another tip you need to clean is if the water output slows way down. « Show Less
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It recommends every 6 months to replace it or if your water pressure slows down .It is just like a fridge filter it just screws on. it can not be cleaned out . I have a shut off just before it to make it easier to change.
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They recommend changing the filter every 6 months. I believe the warranty if for the entire unit. There is a filter inside that has to be changed.
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I just emailed the company and they said to change every two months with this IMPORTANT NOTE: Since you are dealing with water, it is very easy, and extremely common to end up with a moldy filter if it is not taken care of. Whenever you turn your humidifier off you should remove the filter. Never let the filter sit inside the wet unit while it is off.
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I clean mine out as per instructions. Once a month, especially the bottom tank. Doesn't hurt to give those black filters a light scrub every so often.
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I think they officially want you to replace them every 6 months but I usually replace them around once a year. It depends on your usage. I have it hooked up to a below counter ice maker & also a drinking water dispenser above counter. When the water starts running slow on the dispenser I replace the filter.
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After removing the water tank, there is a plastic lock that turns 90 degrees, and the whole top piece comes off the base. This is how you replace the filters, I will usually scrub the inside of the tower every other filter change. Use water treatment designed for these humidifiers and you'll rarely have to clean anything.
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Take the filter out and run the pump without it. if the pressure seems right it is the filter. I always clean mine as soon as I take them out but they do start to get clogged after a while. Make sure you clean good between the folds in the filter!