How long does the water stay in? Do you have to change the water, and how often?
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We have had this Cool Bed for about 6 months and we just added 1 gallon March 31,2014. We followed the instructions that came with it as far as how much to put in it the first time.This Cool bed is worth the money and very helpful as far as comfort for a Sheltie.
634400
I've never changed the water. My dog doesn't like it...I guess she doesn't like the 'squishy' feeling, like she will loose her footing. Good idea, but didn't work for me
634401
I have had my Cool Beds for a number of months and the only time I changed the water was when the dog decided to chew a small hole in one of them, I patched it with a cycle tire repair kit, I doubt the water needs changing out on any frequent basis, I really see no reason to change the water.
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The membrane need not be replaced at every filter change. Look in your owner's manual or look it up on the internet - most membranes last 2-3 years depending on use and the quality of the feed/inlet water supply. You only have to change the membrane when you notice a change in the quality of the water produced, or when the rate of water flow has diminished considerably.
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The instructions say change the filter every two months. I fill it with water every day generally.
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I don't have the product literature in front of me, but usually these things can go 3 months or so before the filter is changed out, especially if the water is kept clean. Filter longevity will depend on your water and how much stuff the pets might drag into it.
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I change the filter for our pooch about once per month. Depends on how hard the water is where you live. If you use filtered water it should last much longer.
1045508
The manufacturer will always lure you to change you filter media regularly/monthly to insure good business. What i do is clean each one 2-3 weeks depending on how dirty the filter is. I clean it under high pressured water. Don't change it unless it no longer capable of filtering. You can see/ base it in your water clarity.
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The documentation says to change the multi-stage filter every 500 gallons, (every 6 months.) The ceramic dome filter at the top is supposed to last 1,000 gallons, (1 year.) I guess it depends on how fast you go through 500 gallons of water filtered.
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the directions you can set the water duration from 1 to 240 minutes. You can set the water frequency as every 6 hours, 12 hours, or from 1 to 7 days. Not sure if this will help you or not. I like the timer. We have them set up all over the property.
880001
Depends on how much water goes through them. I fill the reservoir 2-3 times a day (about a liter fits in the reservoir). I change my filter about 2-3 times a year.
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Hi Bob: This totally depends on the quality of water in your area. If you are using frequently as you seem to, I would tend to be conservative and maybe change every 4 months. I change mine every six months or so but I use it along with spring water for actually drinking. My husband uses it for drinking and I use it for all cooking. It has definitely cut back on how much spring water we buy.
245876
I have not changed mine yet. It has been about 6 months. Once I got the bacteria established, I just rinse the sponge and carbon filter in the used water as I do partial water changes.
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The directions for the platinum model say the filter should be changed every two to four weeks. It also says you can thoroughly rinse the filter and put it back in. I've had no problems with doing that.
2018
I keep mine indoor and have had it for about 5 months without a problem. I do have to water every other day.
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How long has it been in there? I change mine once a week, it gets a little bloated but I have never noticed the systems you describe. I know the box says every two weeks but but I have had great results doing it every Sunday.
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I'm not sure what the recommendations are for changing this filter, but when we notice that our water is tasting funny, we change the filter (about every 12 months). There are probably a lot of variables at play, such as the minerals in your water, chemicals, etc.
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Package suggests every 3 months. We have been changing every 2-3 months and we have city water.
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the instructions say to change it every two week but with my 2 cats constantly drinking I have to change it every week due to hair or bugs getting in it. I did notice that when I use filtered water I can go for 2 weeks. When I use tap water it starts to smell like aquarium water within a week and slim build up on the walls. I bought the reusable filter so I run it under water to take off any slim and I am able to use it for a month.