Is this easy to open and change the filters? I have had a lot of trouble with other water filters.
1154024
opens the easiest with a box end or a socket wrench but does have wings but not the easiest to open.
1486591
It's very easy. Just take off the casing, brush off the filter, put it back in. Very easy.
613919
It is hard to say. The old filters used to have an indicator which was a no-brainer. I usually change mine every few (3) months or so (when I remember). If you notice the water filters more slowly, I would suggest to change it.
545207
Filter free. Or it has a filter built in that doesn't need replacing. I'm not sure. The only thing that can be opened/accessed is the water reservoir. The instruction manual doesn't mention a filter. It's a very simple design. That is not to say the technology is simple...
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I wish I had better news for you Raine. I had such a difficult time changing this last time, that I broke it and had to call a plumber. Even the plumber railed about the poor quality of this system. I am going to replace the whole system and get a different filtration system. Both times I've tried changing these filters I needed help and it kind of defeats the purpose if you aren't able to change the filter. I think that PUR has a model with an easier change filter. Good luck!
2160365
I've gone months without changing mine, which is probably a bad practice. This fountain is MUCH easier to clean than my petmate fountain and if I recall correctly, these filters are cheaper.
1098991
It's very easy. Take the plastic grate off and then just pull the filter out.
274509
It is very difficult to open the container. We had algae growing in ours, so it needed to be opened and cleaned. I first used a few butter knives and loosened the sides. Then filled the lower container with water, without the filter. Then replaced the filter and flipped the Britta upside down. Then shook it violently, making sure the water stayed in (there is an overflow slot that you have to block with your finger). Make sure you are not holding the container in when you shake. After a lot of shaking the lower portion came loose. Was not easy at all. Design flaw. I recommend cleaning everytime you change the filter because of algae and mold. It is very difficult to open the container. We had algae growing in ours, so it needed to be opened and cleaned. I first used a few butter knives and loosened the sides. Then filled the lower container with water, without the filter. Then replaced the filter and flipped the Britta upside down. Then shook it violently, making sure the water stayed in (there is an overflow slot that you have to block with your finger). Make sure you are not holding the container in when you shake. After a lot of shaking the lower portion came loose. Was not easy at all. Design flaw. I recommend cleaning... » Read More It is very difficult to open the container. We had algae growing in ours, so it needed to be opened and cleaned. I first used a few butter knives and loosened the sides. Then filled the lower container with water, without the filter. Then replaced the filter and flipped the Britta upside down. Then shook it violently, making sure the water stayed in (there is an overflow slot that you have to block with your finger). Make sure you are not holding the container in when you shake. After a lot of shaking the lower portion came loose. Was not easy at all. Design flaw. I recommend cleaning everytime you change the filter because of algae and mold. « Show Less
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Yes, it's very easy to turn off the filter. There's a knob on the side of the unit that you turn into the on or off position. I keep the filter off at all times and only turn it on to supply drinking water.
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When you open the top, on the side opposite where you put the water, is another well with a thin plastic filter holder. Pull it out and on the bottom is a basket. It opens with a snap and you remove the old filter before inserting the new one. The filter holder is long and thin, like the wooden mixers you get to stir paint in a can, except it has big oval holes in it. It sits upright on the left side and you just pull it up. Watch this YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3tuMB5piAWA. Good luck
98221
Little knob/switch on the right either makes water go through the filter or unfiltered. EASY!
1040911
super easy. just wipe it out really well. we run tap water (although it is softened)
1651557
It is very easy. Metal filter comes out of the top, wash with warm soapy water. I clean ours every few weeks.
2113433
Very easy to change filters (hardest part is removing from water) - I rinsed filters out for about a year before replacing - how often depends on how much debris you have in your pond. Mine sits in deep shade and gets a lot of leaf debris; I changed out about 1 -2 x month. Warning: my pump stopped working after about 1 year and reviews are negative about the pump. Otherwise I was very happy with it while it worked.
745339
I change the filter twice a year. I could change it more because we have cats, but I don't. It's easy to change.
2179826
The filters come off easily, too easily in my opinion. Not sure if you mean different types/versions or just different of the same kind. They pop off easily so they can be changed, not sure if different kinds fit however.
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I donʻt bother changing just the filter. Since the filters alone usually cost about $60 and a brand new complete unit is usually about $84, I just buy a new complete unit so I can have a clean diverter and hoses. I would suggest replacing it when you notice a change in taste but it should last you at least 6 months or longer depending how hard your water is