How hard is it to change the filters?
2038542
Extremely easy~ a couple of tabs (at the top) on the back, each filter has one tab at the top that you pull, and you replace them in the same sequence you took them out.
2038543
My 4 year old was able to help me with the task...very easy to wash/replace.
1894668
Haven't had to replace a filter yet. Although this is not the first time I heard that it might be difficult.
1446512
You have to open it and change the filter. I do this every other month only I hose the old one down
848810
No. There are only stickers that must be manually manipulated when it is time to change the filter.
1164852
not hard to do. u need to turn off the water so there is no pressure. then unscrew one at a time. some water will drip out. i put a plastic bucket under it to catch the water. be alert to the rubber o rings. have an exta one on hand along with some silicone grease to put back on the o rings. do not have to really tighten them hand tighten and then say another half turn.the insides of my canisters were really dirty so i had to clean them out also. in total i spent say 2 hours to change the filters.
1354627
Gail, it's not easy as the fit is very tight but it can be done. What we found is: keep gently squeezing around the top edge and eventually you can see where the filter will separate from the frame. Gently peel the old one off(can be washed and reused). Then slip the new one on and push the rubber parts together so they fit snug. Hope this helps. Lee Ulbing
2146417
When the filter needs changing....yes!!! It's gross. And, the filters don't last long!
1463133
At first it is kind of difficult. You have to pry open the filter. I used a knife. There are small tabs that hold the filter together. Once you pry them apart. it becomes much easier. Now I don't have to do that. They come apart very easily now. Hope this helps.
1635284
I wish I had better news for you Raine. I had such a difficult time changing this last time, that I broke it and had to call a plumber. Even the plumber railed about the poor quality of this system. I am going to replace the whole system and get a different filtration system. Both times I've tried changing these filters I needed help and it kind of defeats the purpose if you aren't able to change the filter. I think that PUR has a model with an easier change filter. Good luck!
1328095
We changed ours recently, but never really looked that close. The prefilter will be the dirtiest for sure, since air flows thru there first. The IQAir said it was time to change it so we did.
1982029
You can't change the filter on this unit. The filter last about 3 years, at which point you would just buy a whole new one. I have been using this for about a year and highly recommend it. It makes the water taste much better and it comes at a really decent price.
399876
Sorry, I don't know as I haven't had to even open the package yet to replace the original filter.
1802844
Personally I havnt had to change the filters as of yet and my machines run 24/7. I'm figuring every few months or so. The machines do come with replacement filters:)
102108
You have to unscrew something and add the filter in.not difficult at all.i did it on my own. Works beautifully.
1354626
I've tired to correct my answer several times but every time some of the words get changed.basically you take off old filter saving original hard basket and then working the new filter over original basket making sure the rubber seal is secure
2071969
I don't know yet. I'm not past the extra filters they include in the packaging yet. I'm sure they'd like us to buy the replacement filters. I can't get at my installation instructions right now, but I'm betting it might say there.
84569
of course filters need to be replaced. try reading the description of item before asking such rediculous questions.