how do you get a stuck filter out of the cone?
1596997
I have the other Brita tap filter system, and it has a release button. Is there no little button below the filter cartridge to release the cartridge?
1596998
you might want to unscrew the filter unit from the tap where you have more leverage to remove the filter
1678240
If your unit is a brand new then you've got a defected one; otherwise, you will need a thin metal plate strip but stiff enough to push down the permanent filter to slide the cone out since u may insert the permanent filter incorrectly.
1594238
When you put in the paper filter, wet it with water and gently push it down into the cone so it is stuck to the bottom and edges. Then put in your coffee. Wet the grounds with hot water and proceed to half fill with water. Continue slowly adding water until your cup is full. the wet filter sticks to the cone and creates a vacuum so it drains much more slowly. I was tempted to plug one hole before even trying this for the first time but followed the directions in the email that I received after purchasing the cone first and it does work. Too coarse a grind will speed up the drip, too. Mine is just a little finer than traditional drip grind.
590842
I was finding it impossible to unscrew the old filter, too. Then I tried putting the whole assembly in a bowl of hot water for a few minutes, and that did the trick! I also gently slid the edge of a thin spatula around the circle where the filter meets the housing, if that makes sense. Not sure if that did anything, but the warm bath definitely helped. I was thinking I'd have to trash it and replace the entire unit before I tried the hot water. Hope that helps.
21767
You can remove the gold-tone filter and use a regular paper cone filter instead. I have been doing it this way for months.
177080
The bottom layer of the filter has a threaded stem attached to it. What I typically do is hold the knob on the top part of the lid while turning the filter. (The rod screws into the bottom layer of the filter.) Unscrewing it definately makes cleaning easier. Hope this helps.
1594236
When you put in the paper filter, wet it with water and gently push it down into the cone so it is stuck to the bottom and edges. Then put in your coffee. Wet the grounds with hot water and proceed to half fill with water. Continue slowly adding water until your cup is full. the wet filter sticks to the cone and creates a vacuum so it drains much more slowly. I was tempted to plug one hole before even trying this for the first time but followed the directions in the email that I received after purchasing the cone first and it does work. Too coarse a grind will speed up the drip, too. Mine is just a little finer than traditional drip grind. When you put in the paper filter, wet it with water and gently push it down into the cone so it is stuck to the bottom and edges. Then put in your coffee. Wet the grounds with hot water and proceed to half fill with water. Continue slowly adding water until your cup is full. the wet filter sticks to the cone and creates a vacuum so it drains much more slowly. I was tempted to plug one hole before even trying this for the first time but followed the directions in the email that I received after purchasing the cone first and it does work. Too coarse a grind will speed up the drip, too. Mine... » Read More When you put in the paper filter, wet it with water and gently push it down into the cone so it is stuck to the bottom and edges. Then put in your coffee. Wet the grounds with hot water and proceed to half fill with water. Continue slowly adding water until your cup is full. the wet filter sticks to the cone and creates a vacuum so it drains much more slowly. I was tempted to plug one hole before even trying this for the first time but followed the directions in the email that I received after purchasing the cone first and it does work. Too coarse a grind will speed up the drip, too. Mine is just a little finer than traditional drip grind. « Show Less
1109624
It's a bit tricky. U have to get ur fingers on each side of the filter and pull it up. As long as ur fingers are across from each other and u pull it with equal pressure on both sides it should come out more easily.
1224995
On the bottom of the black filter cylinder there is a tiny + and - button. Push on the - button with a skewer to decrease the flow. You have to pull the whole black filter out of the white case to do this.
590843
I tried lubricating the gasket with oil, soaking the unit in hot water, and twisting the filter with my hands and pliers many, many times. It wouldn't budge. This worked for me: 1) Reattach the whole filter unit to the faucet (Screw the metal swivel collar back on tightly.). 2) Hit one of the 3 finger tabs sticking out from the bottom of the filter sideways to your left with a hammer several times until it starts to move. 3) Twist the filter to your left with your fingers until it comes out completely. FINALLY SUCCESS!!
2247080
You would need to remove the "cell" and then the filter is exposed. Try using a small screwdriver or knife, slide into filter, lift up and out.
1115192
We've used all kinds, even cone shaped filters work by just pressing down, the rod will poke a hole through the paper and then just use your fingers to gentle circle and press the filter down. A few grounds may get through but they stay in the basket. The more important thing is to remove the basket and rod within 5 min. after perculation completes.
461668
I would refer to it as a snap-fit,just squeeze the cone & pull to one side & it will come off !!!
1168644
I found it is easiest if you remove the filter add a some dish soap and half a tank of water shake it to stir then turn it over and shake up and down vigorously. As long as you not holding onto the white top it will fall out once the soap loosens it.
1169820
The new filter is on the stick. Place the other end in old filter, twist and pull out. Push new filter in and pull out. Your good for another month.
973113
Use the tip of a ballpoint pen in the hole next to the red light indicating clean the filter. Takes a few seconds and the red light goes off. I haven't had a problem with this. Janice
346770
It should unscrew in the counter clockwise direction. Try tapping the filter gently with a wooden spoon or something like that to break it free.