how often do you need to replace the filters?
578289
Monthly is the recommended frequencvy, though I sometimes replace them earlier if there's a lot of cat hair or food debris in the water.
578290
We have the reusable filter, but my cats appear to bathe in the fountain so it is constantly blocked with hair. We clean the filter a couple of times a week because flow slows to a trickle. It has certainly never gone long enough to accumulate slime or start to smell.
578291
The instructions say every two weeks but I change the filter once per month. I take the fountain apart and wash it with soap and water once per week and rinse the filter with hot water each time. This is working well for me. I really like this fountain and most of all my cats love it and drink more water.
578292
the instructions say to change it every two week but with my 2 cats constantly drinking I have to change it every week due to hair or bugs getting in it. I did notice that when I use filtered water I can go for 2 weeks. When I use tap water it starts to smell like aquarium water within a week and slim build up on the walls. I bought the reusable filter so I run it under water to take off any slim and I am able to use it for a month.
578293
The instructions say to change the filter every two weeks. I ordered the fountain for a cat that was dehydrated and severely constipated, in the hope that it would encourage him to drink more water. Unfortunately, he died of related complications before I received the fountain.
578294
We have the 128 oz model and with 4 cats we clean the unit and replace filters once a month. We make our own filters using light duty hand pads. These are scratch free scouring pads used for cleaning around the house. They are 6"x9" and white in color. They are basically lighter duty scotchbrite. We use scissors to cut two round discs and place them inside the upright tower. Two years now and no problems!
578295
Hi Michael -- I'm sorry but I don't know, since we use filtered water -- so I don't use the filters at all.
1432188
I clean mine more frequently but that is different for every system. I usually get 3-4 cleanings per filter and I know it is time to throw it away when the pressure stays high after cleaning.
440209
I change them a little longer that the recommended times. We use the filtered water only for cooking and related things. There are two time frames: One filter will last one year plus and the other two should be changed every 6 months. As I said we try to wait a little longer. Maybe 8 months for the two and 14- to 16 months on the one. It really depends on use and the quality of your water.
38510
The system manual recommends changing the pre and post filters every 6 months and the membrane every 1-2 years. I don't use a lot of water and my city water is very clear so I am planning to change all the elements every 5 years. Good luck
2127922
According to their website, filters should be replaced every 6 months. We've been using ours since 9/2012 and haven't replaced the filter yet. The water is still tasting good. Your water usage would effect how often the filter needs replacing.
1019334
once a year is more than enough.....the membrane filter needs to be replaced every 2 years. thank you, -j
547659
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.
256425
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.
1382767
As I use only distilled water, I usually change my filter approx. every 3 - 4 months. Hope this is helpful to you.
2092154
Ours is heavily used and about every 6 months is when we have had to replace filters.
2235578
The filters need to be replaced as they get full of minerals and start to break down. I replace mine every six months to keep clean air filtering through my house.
1089571
Replacement filters may be purchased direct from the manufacturer. Honestly we only need to replace them once a year as I clean the machine once a month with a vacuum/ brush and microfiber cloth. We've all had our filters (2-3 in each housed) for 4-5 years. I just bought a new one for another bedroom. Excellent air purifiers.
1759577
Naturally, it depends on how much you use it, but we get at least a month or two out of each filter. We can tell by the taste when it needs to be changed.
1921210
I believe they suggest every 3-4 months...I purchased the filters online at amazon actually.
363199
I change mine every 6 months but it depends on the hardness of your water. The filter can not be serviced. I usually recycle it with my plastics.
707883
The whole filter gets replaced. I don't replace mine every 6 months either; I do it on a as needed basis. I can smell the chorine in the water right away. I typically keep one on hand to change out.
882114
I just estimate how many times I fill a day, which means for me, about every 6 months. This is based on the manufacturers recommendation for length of filter use.