For plastic bottles, all plastic components bottle and lid can be washed in the dishwasher top rack only or by hand with a mild soap. Be sure to sign up with Brita Rewards so you can rack up points for recycling. Simply complete the form on the recycling page, and your free shipping label will be emailed to you. Mold can occur in any environment with moisture—especially humid climates. If mold is stubborn, use a bottle brush or toothbrush to aid removal.
If mold is recurrent, eliminate excess moisture by leaving the cap open when not in use. To further reduce the likelihood of mold, wash the bottle regularly, and make sure hands are always clean when handling the straw and spout.
This is carbon dust. Be sure to direct the water through all sides of the filter, including the inside, so it washes out any loose carbon particles. A micron rating is a measurement for quantifying the ability of a filter to remove contaminants of a particular size. Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection. The pitcher name and model number can be found on the dataplate sticker on the bottom of your pitcher.
Seeing carbon particles in the pitcher or dispenser after several weeks of use is normal with our older filters. Our new filters are designed to eliminate black flecks in your water.
Brita Standard filters. See certifications. Keep your great-tasting filtered water flowing by replacing every gallons or approximately every six months. Users with hard water should replace more frequently. See the full product comparison chart. Visit this page for more information. Individuals requiring water of special microbiological purity should follow the advice of their doctor or local health officials regarding the use and consumption.
We recently added new filter models to our lineup. Filter replacement is essential for product to perform as represented. After you've added all of the items you want to purchase to your shopping cart, enter in the promotion code on the Shopping Cart page.
The promotion code box is located below the list of Specials Available, right above the Subtotal line. All promotion codes are case-sensitive. Only one promotional code can be used per order.
Promotions cannot be combined with any other offers. All packages will have a tracking number assigned. This tracking number will be included as a link in your shipment confirmation email. Please note it may take 24 hours for tracking links to be updated. Please allow 1 business day for processing. Once your order ships, it should arrive in 3—5 business days. Generally orders leave our warehouse within 24 hours of being placed. You can access a list of your previous orders by logging into your account and selecting Your Orders.
From any of the product detail pages on our website, click "Find a Retailer" to find stores in your area that carry that product. Selections vary, so you may want to call ahead to make sure the store has the products you're interested in purchasing in stock.
If you've forgotten your password or no longer use the email address you used to create your account, you will need to create a new account. Simply log in to your account using My Account and click on the Update Profile link. Here, you'll be able to change your mailing address and contact information. You may set up your address book by logging into your account and clicking the Add New Address button. Plus, how to recycle those old filters. Many of us trust that our Brita water filters are removing contaminants from our tap water—but if you haven't replaced the filter in several months er, years , it's probably not working as well as you think.
In fact, if you have hard water, you may need to change your Brita filter even more often, as mineral deposits could build up and interfere with the filtration process.
To make sure your water filter is working properly and removing everything from lead to chlorine to asbestos, follow the guidelines below on exactly how often to change your Brita filter. Plus, learn how to recycle all of those old filters and save them from the landfill.
Exactly how often you need to change your Brita filter depends upon how much water you filter through it, as well as which filter you own. Which pitchers is my filter compatible with? Hand-wash your pitcher system periodically with a mild dish soap no abrasive cleaners. Rinse well. Do not wash in dishwasher. Insert the filter into the reservoir by lining up the groove in the filter with the notch in the reservoir.
Press firmly for a tight seal. Fill the reservoir with cold tap water. Discard your first three pitchers of filtered water, or use to water plants. Insert the filter into the filter cage with the blue ring facing up. Press the filter until it clicks. Install the filter cage onto lid with a firm twist. Activate the electronic filter indicator. Fill pitcher and enjoy great-tasting water.
Push new filter firmly into the housing. Unscrew cap and fill bottle with cold tap water. Tighten cap firmly. Squeeze one full bottle of water through the filter to activate before use. Hard-Sided Bottles: Rinse the filter under running water for 15 seconds. Place the new filter into housing and press down firmly until the filter is flush with the straw. Align the lid and straw in the unlocked position, then rotate the straw to lock.
Do unused filters expire? How do I read and reset my filter indicator? Close the Fill Lid. Only keep the Fill Lid open for more than 5 seconds if you are filling the reservoir with water. Always fill to the Max Fill line to ensure accuracy, and open the reservoir lid only when filling with water. Release the button when the green light blinks. How often should I change my filter? What happens if I fill the reservoir above the Max Fill line?
Support the bottom of the system with one hand. Align the insert groove on the lower part of the cartridge with the filter indicator at the front of the filter cup. Inserting the new filter cartridge automatically resets and activates the electronic filter indicator. A green signal will flash, indicating that the filter is engaged.
Why does the water flow differently through different filters? What does it mean to be certified? How do I know what type of pitcher I have? Wash hands, and remove filter from bag.
Hand-wash pitcher system periodically with a mild detergent no abrasive cleaners. Insert filter into reservoir by lining up groove in filter with notch in reservoir. Wash your hands, then remove the filter from the bag.
Hand wash your pitcher and all components periodically with a mild dish soap. Do not use a dishwasher or abrasive cleaners. Why do some filters look different? Insert filter into filter cage with blue ring facing up. Press filter until it clicks. Install filter cage onto lid with a firm twist. Activate electronic indicator. Red, yellow and green lights will blink simultaneously. Before replacing the filter, one has to consider if changing the components can be beneficial; these filters are enclosed in a tank.
As already declared the amount of time that a filter can last depend on various factors. The indications that the screen needs to be changed or filtered will be recognized by you or even a family member.
The primary indication is in the quality of water that is tasted. Usually, the water may have a funny taste and other times can have a strange smell, other signs of a lousy filtration might include a noticeable drop in the pressure of water because the filter is clogged or those cartridges need to be replaced.
If you continue to use those sub cartridges, then your screen would not be able to keep up with its essential function and can be deemed useless at this time. The primary function of the Brita filter is to remove sediments and harmful chemicals from water when you feel it is time to replace, especially after three months for regular use and six months for the long-lasting variants.
Before changing the Brita, as simple hygiene suggests you have to wash your hands first. Make your counter plate, locking ring, gasket and the hexagon nut part available, set them underneath them so they can easily be installed.
Having the added luxury of having a water filter means that you also have an added responsibility of maintenance. Clean your Brita pitcher to get a topnotch service from it. As a trained chemist and an independent researcher I started working on a portable water filter project as part of my business plan.
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