I live in NC USA. Your filter seems to leave a salty metallic taste that improves if the water is left in a pitcher overnight. What could this be?
1065727
I haven't had this problem but perhaps you didn't run it for 15-20 min. before using it. Check out this link. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xNzAZAUppgE&index=37&list=FLiemuFl8hOFg0b-PY3smWrQ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xNzAZAUppgE&index=37&list=FLiemuFl8hOFg0b-PY3smWrQ
1065728
When you first use the filter, or when using the filter, you have to let the water run from the tap before using the filter. This allows residues and settled salts, chlorine, and other impurities to leave.
1065729
I haven't had this problem but perhaps you didn't run it for 15-20 min. before using it. Check out this link.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xNzAZAUppgE&index;=37&list;=FLiemuFl8hOFg0b-PY3smWrQhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xNzAZAUppgE&index;=37&list;=FLiemuFl8hOFg0b-PY3smWrQ
882116
hello, i continue to test the PH of the water to see if it's changing or diminishing. also, i use colloidal silver water in the filter to help keep it from harboring bacteria. so far no problem, i would say about knowing when to change the filter...monitor the taste of the water, and if it's unpleasant, it might be time to change it. especially if you filter hard tap water all the time.
581322
I had this pitcher for a short period, and then the screen stopped working, so I returned it. I'm not sure how effective it is because I never tested the water. Also, I'm not completely sure, but I don't think the water was ionized.
140049
A funny taste would indicate that some bacteria remains. Have you tried running it through the dishwasher? They also have brushes availableBest to rinse after use. Hope this helps.
27966
I have been cleaning the equipment each time the water starts tasting different. I change filters according to time, but if for some reason, the water continues to take differently, then I would replace it earlier. There isn't any type of indicator on the equipment, just your own site, taste, and time.
1018746
I've been using it for about a month and haven't noticed a change in taste. Although I'm also no water connoisseur. If. It only occurs while in your fridge, possible it's due to other food odors.
1190427
I had a similar issue in a minor way with my first one. It stopped very soon. I figured it was just minerals that weren't secure. No big deal. The minerals are what alkalinizes the water. It's either just a minor flaw in the construction of the filter or some minerals got in there that were too small for it.
1413599
Im not sure i will tast some just for you, i also used a water hose filter that i got off of amazon. And if you store it out of the sun in a cool place it should have less of a tast to it. Just tasted it and it tast pretty good. Its about 6 months old. I rinsed it out befor filling it up too.
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When I first got it I thought the water tasted like dirt/minerals. It took about 2 weeks for that taste to go away but it finally did and now the water is just as good as bottled water. I think the filter probably as some small particles that need to get out before it tastes really good. I drink almost a gallon of water a day so if you really can't stand the water maybe try cooking with it or watering plants with it for the first week or 2 weeks to get rid of that mineral taste. Go through about a gallon a day.
2049134
No, no problems here. Our tap water isn't too bad to begin with, though. Definitely recommend a good washing of the pitcher and a new filter.
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.
2006828
Please tell me more about this. We stopped using these filters when we noticed that when we boil the filtered water it becomes cloudy and stays cloudy. Our unfiltered city water does not turn cloudy when we boil it. Something is in the filters and is not noticeable until after the water is boiled. ThanksDavid
542604
I Haven't Experienced Any Metallic Taste. I Use My Straws For My Fruit And Vegetable Juices And Smoothies So That Could Influence Me Not Experiencing That Taste. I Washed The Stainless Steel Straws With A Straw Cleaner. You Can Find One For About $3 Online Or In A Store. My Long Straw Cleaner Is From Bed Bath And Beyond. The Curved Stainless Steel Straws Come With A Small Straws Cleaner. This May Help You Get That Taste Out Of It. I Also Soaked Them In Hot Water With A Small Drizzle Of Dawn Cleaner For About 30 Minutes Prior To Scrubbing With The Straw Cleaner. Hope This Information Helps.
1776750
it's the evaporation of the water, particularly if you engage the heater. This is a real problem for me, as it also increases the caffine level (and alters the taste). It's a flaw, i'm afraid.
1484087
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.
21530
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.
2003478
I have had my pitcher for several years. At first I loved it and the filters lasted at least a month. Lately, the filters have only been lasting about a week (I make 1 pitcher a day). I think when my current supply of filters runs out I will stop using the pitcher - it's just gotten too expensive.