Valve sticking Anyone come up with a solution to the sticking valve?I installed my filter at the end of November; by January it was sticking (not popping back to unfiltered when the tap is shut off). Valve sticking Anyone come up with a solution to the sticking valve?I installed my filter at the end of November; by January it was sticking (not popping back to unfiltered when the tap... » Read More Valve sticking Anyone come up with a solution to the sticking valve?I installed my filter at the end of November; by January it was sticking (not popping back to unfiltered when the tap is shut off). « Show Less
1265600
Mine did this too. I bought a whole new one instead of filters. It's only a few bucks more and you dont have to mess with the filter even if its a little wasteful.
1265601
I'm having this problem as well, after a few months of use. Anyone have a solution?
1265602
Could be hard water build up. Try wiping it off with a paper towel and apply some food grade mineral oil.
1265603
To keep the valve from sticking, remove the filter from your faucet first. Unscrew the cartridge and blow any water out of the valve pin area, dry with a paper towel. Using a wooden toothpick, apply a small amount of grease down into the valve pin area, while pulling and rotating the valve to work grease in. Doesn't take much, don't overdo it. Wipe any excess away with a Q-tip. Valve now moves freely. Re-install cartridge and install back on faucet.
1265604
If it's a mineral buildup you can take it off the faucet & soak the connector (not the filter part) in vinegar overnight.
1265605
When the valve on mines starts to stick, is around the time to change it. I thinks its build up from the water sediments.
1265606
Great filter! But the filter will last a lot longer than 2 months, try for four or when the stream starts to slow noticeably.
835743
There is a silicone valve, in the upper reservoir, designed to keep water in when no pressure is applied. That valve has a slit that may not have been fully opened during manufacturing. It is a simple fix. Take the valve out (something you'll do from time to time for cleaning anyway) and pinch it to make the slit open. Once you've done so, re-insert the valve and you should be good to go.
308798
Sounds like you got a defective one. Mine was easy to swap out, no issues. I made sure the center post was properly inserted into the bottom of the valve. I swapped out my old one because it was doing the same thing, letting water out of the waste when in filter mode. It seemed to be related to the lack of spring tension keeping the handle down vs anything else. Good luck.
49930
I don't know how you filter is set up but i had that problem when my waste valve was open----flushing to the sewer. If you close it half or three quarters of the way it's just fine
1926313
This kind of dripping situation is not happening in my faucet filter. Mine has been used for quite a while and has replaced a few filters and is still working fine so far.
159569
I had trouble with that too. You have to be very careful as the alignment of it very precise. If you don't do it exact you will hit the valve and it will release water. Do this just temporary. Put the whole thing on your kitchen counter top so that you can see it closer. Do this with no water in the tank just to practice. You will see what has to be lined up to keep from hitting the valve to soon.Practice putting the tank in place. This will let you see how precise you have to be to not hit the valve to soon. Now put the unit back on the floor and go thru the motions you just learned. You got to be patient. Hope this will help you. Al I had trouble with that too. You have to be very careful as the alignment of it very precise. If you don't do it exact you will hit the valve and it will release water. Do this just temporary. Put the whole thing on your kitchen counter top so that you can see it closer. Do this with no water in the tank just to practice. You will see what has to be lined up to keep from hitting the valve to soon.Practice putting the tank in place. This will let you see how precise you have to be to not hit the valve to soon. Now put the unit back on the floor and go thru the motions you just learned.... » Read More I had trouble with that too. You have to be very careful as the alignment of it very precise. If you don't do it exact you will hit the valve and it will release water. Do this just temporary. Put the whole thing on your kitchen counter top so that you can see it closer. Do this with no water in the tank just to practice. You will see what has to be lined up to keep from hitting the valve to soon.Practice putting the tank in place. This will let you see how precise you have to be to not hit the valve to soon. Now put the unit back on the floor and go thru the motions you just learned. You got to be patient. Hope this will help you. Al « Show Less
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Vivian, like C. Rothwell said, make sure it's seated well into place. Sometimes you will hear it "click" and sometimes you won't. There is a series of slots on the filter, if I remember correctly, there are two short ones and a long one. Make sure you line the long slot towards the back of the filter. Push down, but not too hard, until the widest part of the filter top is just below the rim of the tray. I hope that makes sense.
1120747
Once I removed the spongy water filter from inside the fixture mine has been fine. If you did not remove that filter I would start there. Maybe you are getting build up caught in it. Mine has been working great with no drop in pressure.
1331915
We did not try to change the filter for about 4 months. Then it was corroded by our hard water and we could not removed it. We have tried a PUR filter since then and it leaks no matter what we do. I liked the Culligan filter much better. I may order another one and change the filter on time.
1525079
I'm sure you have, but have you tried tightening the valve? Because that part is so hard to find, I'm guessing it rarely goes bad. I guess you could try bialetti.com. I looked there but did not find it, you may have better luck.
1091084
I am having the same issue with one that I installed approx two yrs ago for my Mother. It has worked well until the last two to three months, the screen looks clogged at the moment and I am trying to find out how to remove or unclog the screen. I hate to punch through it as this area is known for having stuff in the lines. Would rather not subject the faucets valves to grit if possible. Feel I have located problem but still have no solution to fix it yet.
1528014
When I got mine out this winter it was doing the same thing but I had put new filters on it and think them weren't soaked yet. I changed the water and restarted it and the thing has been working ever since so that is all the help I can be.
1439940
I just put a piece of blue tape with the install date on the filter and replace in a year or if the flow slows appreciably (which in my usage/experience takes > 1 year). The filters have gotten more expensive - I used to get them for $70-80 so now I wait longer to replace :)
1256194
Hi. I am having the exact same problem. The instructions indicate that this pressure valve will stop spraying once the system "pressurizes" -- but, that time never comes. I won't be able to use this product because of this . . . anyone?
308794
it is possible the valve is no good or is not lined up to completely shut of the other valves while in the filter position. their should be no water coming from that valve also make sure your pressure valve on the left of that hole is closed.
1396653
The valve under the water tank could be stuck. After taking mine apart several times for not spraying I finally threw it in the trash.
1469383
It's been 4 months and my water filter still seems to be working great (2 person household.) Would be great if someone could post a link to a consumer reports type article about this subject. Of course the mnfctr is going to recommend faster changes than are necessary to get you to buy more. I just set up 3 month regular shipment from Amazon, to be safe.