Can someone who is currently using this filter look in the top and tell me how high the water level is on the cartridge? The filer started making a noise so I raised the cartridge a little and now I'm not sure if is low enough in the water to operate...
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This filter didn't work out for me. Mine started making noises too. It then stopped working all together. I've replaced it with the Tetra whisper power filter. We have three tanks all using this filter and have had no problems.
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sounds like the motor is crapping out. i used this thing for a short time and didnt like it and went back to old faithful "whisper 60s", they last forever, work great, are mostly quiet, gotta pull em apart and clean up good every once and a while but they really are the best hang on filters u can get. ive been in saltwater forever and have used EVERYTHING you can imagine, stick with whispers..
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This happened to me as well on the 2nd day. Initially, I soaked my filter many times and that didn't help. Eventually it finally stopped today after I shook the filter. It was so frustrating. I guessing maybe this has something to do with the fact that there are 3 layers of the filter materials. Perhaps the mineral particles shuffled to the very bottom but they're supposed to be at the top, according to the pic in the brochure. This is just a guess.
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Jeff, Does your filtration system have a light (red/yellow/green) that indicates when the filter needs to be changed? Let me know if you do, as I may have your solution! kkt
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As Capt Sacto mentions, that sounds like an air bubble. Mine did this. I shut off the water, removed the cartridge, turned it upside down and drained it as good as possible, then reinstalled it. Flushed the system with water again and everything was fine.
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34 psi on your filter pressure gauge sounds way too high. Esp. since you say it was 10-12 last season, which sounds like a normal reading. I'd say your problem is that your filter is very very dirty, or you have something blocking the pipes (or both). I used to have to push a hose into the skimmer intake, forcing water to the pump, to clear the pipe.
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I would contact the seller and return it. I am still doing really well with mine. Often, when toners like this are produced in high volume, their are duds occasionally. I am certain the seller would be happy to remedy the issue with you. I have not had any issues like this yet, In fact, it worked right out of the box. Also always double check the cartridge number and model number. I hope this helps. If you communicate with therm they should fix this... Take care.
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just got mine out of the box and i'm having the same problem. the filter holder is hot, the steamer seems to be working, but water isn't going through. i thought i tamped the grounds too much, so i have now tried with a loose tamp and with no coffee grounds at all. All I get is a horrible noise. I'm very frustrated!
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Did you have flow before changing filters? If so, your new cartridges may not be screwed in all the way. If not, there may be another problem with your system, ie, clogged lines or calcium build-up in lines or shut off valve.
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Be sure your water level is to top of tank. I used 2 filters in mine for extra clean tank. I also opened top strainer 1/2 open. Mine is so quiet I have to check that it is running. If noise continues I would contact the company for a replacement.
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Did it crack around the threads? Mine did also after a year or so, probably due to me constantly adjusting the angle and maybe hanging or pulling too hard on the head. I patched it for a little longer use and then eventually just bought a new one after a year or so usage. It was time for a new filter anyway and the whole unit is the same price as a replacement filter. GL!
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How do you judge effectiveness of a filter? I have a very healthy 55 gallon saltwater set up but this filter is only a part of my filtration. I wish they offered a larger one. I am certain this contributes to the success of my aquarium. The filter cartridge comes apart so you can change the filter media without constantly buying new cartridges. I don't have an issue with mineral build up, I'm sure if you have any kind of a serious build up it would impact the effectiveness, how could it not?
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Hello! Well I will tell you. I ordered two replacement filters about three weeks ago and I have that same issue. It seems to filter the water and then it does come out slower. I don't know if its a real issue but I know exactly what you are saying. I am going to call culigan and find out for sure. Thanks
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See this thread for a full discussion of this problem. http://www.doityourself.com/forum/water-softeners-air-filtration-systems/415415-waterboss-900-brine-tank-high-water-level.html#bGood luck.
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is the water turning black? or is the filter cartridge turning black? how long have you been using it?
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I would recommend the filter without hesitation. I only pull the cartridge out once a year if that. I normally just remove the top, pull the plug and rinse it out. I like to pull the cartridge once a year just to inspect it.
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I saw posted somewhere that a different manufacturer's device automatically is set to do this after a certain amount of water has flowed through it. Simply removing and then reseating the filter MIGHT fix the issue, although I can't guarantee it will be the same for this device.