Do I need to soak the new GSWF water filter in water before installing? If so, how long?
1273577
The directions do not indicate soaking. I have installed several filters and never soaked one. Filters performed well.
1821488
I have answered this before (It is very easy, just unscrew the top) I felt compelled to add to this question. I caution all to read the instructions..if & when you go on vacation & will be gone longer than 10 days, it is recommended you remove the filter & empty the water while gone..once you return, reload the filter & flush it once again (I didn't flush it for the recommended time because I felt I had already done so when setting up for the 1st use & I had been using it for awhile)
1009713
I do not remember. I read the directions. It was not long but of course depends on just how dirty your filter is. Follow directions.
824772
Sorry, I don't know. I have not cleaned the filter yet, I didn't fell it needed it. If the instructions aren't clear I would call the company.
1452019
HiTo clean the filters, first push bottom to release filter. Clean both parts with running water. Let dry and reinstall.
2151238
You will probably need a plumber since water pipes need to be cut and welded to the filter. The filters are supposed to last a couple of years (according to a customer service rep for the company) -- I'm not sure what they cost.
1238886
If the filter is new it is ready to go out of the box. You shouldn't need to add any oil until you clean the filter.
2154112
I got that a little bit and figured I didn't rinse all the suds out or residue from the cats built up in it. So, I thought I'd open the filter area to rinse that out too. Then, I wiped the whole thing completely dry and let the filter sit in the window sill to dry out. As I wiped the stainless dry with a paper towel, I did feel some film on it. So not sure what it was, but wiping it dry and leaving it out to dry did away with it.
1857002
Initially the filter was slow. Now it can filter the upper container in 12 hours. It was just the first time was slow. I would assume it needed to be saturated. I believe the instructions stated to soak the filter first before using.
303573
Fairly straight forward, first you need an outlet, regular household current, within 5 to 6 feet of tank, the unit is installed BEFORE any filters. Just wrap the wires around the pipes as the books says, secure the wires and plug it in. You'll see results in 2 or 3 days, afte week clean all faucet aeraters and any lime deposits, it takes about 10 uses in DW to see cleaner stainless steel tub. You'll love it
692651
Yes, fill the filter with water and let it drain until all the filter media is wet. This is important in order to release all the charcoal residue out before you install it. It will take a while to work through and you will have to keep topping it off as it works down.
287125
Very. take off the aerator of your faucet and screw on the new wave adapter, connect the hoses and your done. Just remember do not push the stop in when your using the filter,shut off the water to stop the filter use.
1504500
[Sorry, I am having computer problems.] Re the filter. I guess it depends on the quality of your water. We are on a private well, and the water is very good. Our habit is to change the filters every 9 or 10 months. The plumber's rule of thumb at our house is to change things when the water starts to run slow - that could take a year. I'm too neurotic to wait that long! Lastly, there seems to be little water wasted in the process (maybe a small container's worth, about a quart). Best wishes, Lauren
1857007
Have you soaked it in cold water for 15 minutes and then scrub it ? Thats what the directions say. Also I know there are some phony filters out there. Where did you get it ? You need to call the filter company if you have tried soaking it etc and they can send you a good one. Hope this helps you.
2084001
Unscrew the system off. Take out the filter drain the water and reinstall. If that doesn't help call waterchef customer service they are Greta they helped me install mine
2222804
My first question would be if you primed it according to the instructions that should have come with it (I think they're on the box)? If not, do so. If yes, something I've done to prolong the use of mine is to gently scrub the filters with a clean wet dish cloth. I'm assuming your filtering tap water, but if your filtering dirty water then flow can diminish quicker.
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It's important to soak the new filter in water before putting it in the pitcher. Make sure you hold it under water until the air bubbles stop rising. After that install it in the pitcher and it should not float when you add water.