There are two types of water filters used for water purification, one is under-sink water filter, and the other is water filter pitcher, at this time, one of the most famous water filter brands in the market is Brita, many people use Brita water filter and trust them the Brita water filter remove contaminants from our tap water and provide clean drinkable water.
If you want to good drinkable water from Brita water filter then you need to replace the water filter on time otherwise contaminants like chlorine, lead may get mixed in your water.
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1. How Often to Change Brita Filters
Now the question arises that when should the water filter be changed? So, the answer is that replacement of the filter depends on the quality of water and the quantity of water used daily. here we are sharing filter life of most popular Brita water filter.
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Brita Water Faucet Replacement Filters – It should be replaced in every 100 gallons, or about every 4 months for most households.
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Here are some common guidelines for replacement of Brita water filter.
1. If you use your Brita pitcher more frequently, then you need to replace filter more often.
2. if you have hard water that contain lots of impurities like chlorine, then you need to replace filter more often.
3. Replacement of water filter also depends on some other factors, such as the total number of members in your family. If your family is large, then the water consumption in the house will also be high. Due to which the water filter may have to be replaced frequently.
Additional indicators:
Electronic filter indicator:
Many Brita water pitchers have an inbuilt filter replacement indicator that gives information on when to change the filter.
Slow filtering:
If your Brita water pitcher is taking a long time to purify the water, then it may be a sign that the filter needs to be replaced.
Taste:
When water filters purify water, and when you drink water and feel that the water does not taste as good as it used to, then it is probably time for a new filter.
General recommendation: Always refer to the specific instructions provided by Brita for your model, as designs may vary.
2. How to Change Brita Filters
For Brita Pitchers:
Step: – 1
Before installing the new filter, you should soak the new filter in cold water for at least 15 second to activate the carbon and remove unwanted loose carbon particles.
Step: – 2
You will then need to open the lid of your Brita pitcher. The old filter is located in the reservoir. You turn the old filter counterclockwise. This will remove the old filter.
Step: – 3
You will then have to insert the new filter in place of the old filter and rotate the filter clockwise until it locks into place.
Step: – 4
After installing the new Brita water filter, you should run cold water through the filter for a few minutes to flush out any loose carbon particles.
Step: – 5
If your Brita pitcher has a filter change indicator, reset it according to the instructions supplied with your specific model.
For Brita Water Faucet Filter:
Step: – 1
First of all, if Brita water filter unit is connected to the faucet, then stop the water supply of the faucet.
Step: – 2
Then press the release button which will eject the filter cartridge from the Brita filter unit.
Step: – 3
Now place the new filter cartridge in the base of the Brita water filter unit where the old filter cartridge was placed and push down until a clicking sound is heard.
Step: – 4
just run water through the Brita water filter system for 5 minutes to flush it out, which activates the filter media and remove any carbon dust. Now you enjoy the drink clean water.
3. How to Recycle Brita Filters
As we all know, plastic harms the environment and causes great harm to mankind, so we should minimize the use of plastic. Keeping this in mind, Brita has created an excellent program to recycle Brita pitchers, dispensers, bottles, faucet mount systems, filters and filter packaging. Brita has partnered with TerraCycle for recycling program.
You can help prevent harm to the environment by participating in this program. for this you complete the form by click the Brita’s Recycling Page. Brita will email a free shipping label to you.
Here are some additional resources that you may find helpful:
- Brita’s website: https://www.brita.com/
- A video on how to change a Brita Grand Pitcher filter: How to Change the Filter on Your Brita Grand Pitcher (youtube.com)
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