Do you have to replace the filter like other water systems? How long does this last?
1785864
I was told that the flouride one lasts 3 years and the chlorine one lasts 1 year with average use. Not sure about backwashing. Would love the correct answer.
1785865
The filters need to be replace every 3 years but you do need to back wash them every 6 months.
1334637
I don't have the product literature in front of me, but usually these things can go 3 months or so before the filter is changed out, especially if the water is kept clean. Filter longevity will depend on your water and how much stuff the pets might drag into it.
494471
I believe mine lasts about 2-3 months. I fill about a pitcher a day or so. I do notice some of the black bits ( charcoal?) floating on top of the filter before it goes through but that's all. My unfiltered water is in the 280 range.
909597
Could it be that it expires if you don't begin to use it for five years? The filters are fabulous, and will last up to 6 months if your water is normal. Ours is hard and full of rust, and it works for about 2 on average. Totally worth the 10 dollars.
1718246
The filter is the only part to replace & that lasts for up to 300 gallons, of course if you are filtering really dirty water you would have to replace sooner.
2144993
I believe by the time you use up the filter u will need to replace the whole unit. That is my opinion But by the time u pump 30000 gallons through it it will be wore out and so will u. But it will keep u going I a pinch. I've used it several times and it will take a lot to wear out a filter.
1489128
You don't have to replace them, they are plastic. If you find yourself needing to backflush every 3 or 4 days, then the filter is pretty full. You can either remove them and clean them and reuse, or replace with new ones and then clean them for another change out once the filter fills again. I swap mine about every 5 or 6 months and clean in between. The filter is excellent at cleaning the water.
2095671
Most of the filters say replace annually, bit it really depends upon your usage. I usually replace every other year and I haven't had issues with water quality...
162999
It comes with 1 filter which in a hard water area should last about 2-3 months. A light on the side of the filter holder will tell you when to replace the filter. Packs of 3 or more filters is the best buy. I don't know about some of the comments that say they are bad units, I have been using them for over 10 years with no problem, and great coffee with out chlorine taste. Life expectancy is 2-3 years and possible more depending on your water.
1263661
i just use regular old tap water, it has a filter in it (doesnt need to be replaced)... they say to clean it out once a week... im sure if you really wanted to you could use filtered water, but its fine with just tap water :)
1403285
I haven't yet had to replace the filter. I don't use it that much. My filter is a permanent filter and I just empty it in the trash when I use it.
680096
Not completely sure about this one, but the last shower filter I had lasted 1 year, so I'm assuming it the same for this.
1925465
Our replacement pump has been going for a few months now. The one that came with the fountain lasted a little over a year, but we were not changing the filter regularly. I bought 12 replacement filters and now wash the fountain thoroughly and change the filter once a month. Be sure the filter cover is clean and covered with water.
939378
I bought mine in January 2006. I love it and it is still working great. I have not had to replace anything but the filter in the dirt receptacle. I wouldn't have had to replace that if I hadn't rinsed it with water. If you live in an area that has clay soil, just tap it out. Never get it wet.
662906
I replace this specific membrane about 2 years. The others 3 stages (big ones) have to replace twice and one of this stage - important that how many people in a home using water thru this system and quality of local water: the more people the shorter replacement. Good luck.
204660
We replace our filter every 4 months or so, but we have it on our primary faucet. I think you would be able to "taste" a difference in the water when it needs to be changed. Only you will be able to judge how often you need to change it by the taste. Hope that helps.
465998
I actually don't use the filter. I used the one it gave me, but it only lasted a month or so, then I tossed it. The waterer works fine without it.