With my current replacement water filters, If ice is allowed to melt and get to room tempt, water smells and tastes bad. I'm looking for a better replacement filter that filters out more.
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I am very happy with my replacement filter, it appears to remove nasty taste and odors. Normally I don't allow it to get to room temps, but I have had the ice melt completely in drinks of water and never had a bad taste or odor.
1557592
I would consider my water pretty dirty and its fine. To small micron would mean you would need to replace it more often. For me I replace it every two months not because its pluged its just dirty and you start to get a taste in the water. I think this is a perfect prefilter for a house. I run it before my softer.
1683972
i do not have that problem. its only for cold water. my problem with this filter is, it don't last the way it used to to about 4 to 6 months. in my case, the last few filters lasted only about 6 to 8 weeks and the flow becomes very slow and restricted inspite of having the same source of city water.
1347142
My tap water is so bad. I can smell and taste the chlorine and have always bought bottled water, until this new refrigerator. I tried the water from the dispenser and it is fine. After buying the compatible filter after the first six months, I see no difference in the quality. It is just as good as the original GE filter and will continue to purchase them from the seller I used. Saving on both filters and bottled water.
651495
I use this filter in line to my fridge icemaker. Suggest you try FILTERS FAST .COM FOR THE . ON FAUCET model and buy from Amazon.
2003476
our filter only lasted about a week :( we are a family of six and where we live in california our water quality from the tap is really bad. the water started tasting horrible. we called zero and they informed us that we would likely need to change it every 8 gallons based on the water quality of the tap... so... an expensive filter for us.
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Funny, I had the exact same issue - I had taken the filter out to clean it and the mesh just disintegrated when I rubbed it. So I looked for a new filter. You can buy them on the Aroma website - only two dollars - but you have to call them about it so that they can be sure to send you the correct one for your model. That saves mistakes I guess - but it doesn't inform you about any shipping charges. I did not call because then the on/off switch stopped working. The kettle still boils water but we really get good use out of this feature ( OK we are good at wandering away and forgetting we left it on)! SO now we are looking for a replacement. The kettle lasted us about 14 months.
1226554
In 20 years, I have replaced my unit 5 times. They do not seem to have much longevity. I suspect that minerals in the water may come into play, as the heated water acquires a distinctive smell shortly before it stops heating.
1843321
I purchased mine a fee months ago. It appears to me it should last longer. It was 6 degrees here last evening and my water wasn't frozen. Would definitely contact the company on that.
923181
I brought two of these filters. I wish I had not. Using standard inline screw-in filter connectors, this leaked. I the used the recommended angle screw ins and they leaked slowly too. Then I installed o-rings on the screw ins to prevent leaking and that finally worked. However the taste is HORRIBLE. I literally had someone take a glass of water, spit it out afraid they were poisoned. I guess that all the minerals leach out I to water sitting in the filter and then are concentrated when filling into the first glass. Ghastly flavor 1 simply horrid. I persevered for a couple of days then took it out. Never looked back. I brought two of these filters. I wish I had not. Using standard inline screw-in filter connectors, this leaked. I the used the recommended angle screw ins and they leaked slowly too. Then I installed o-rings on the screw ins to prevent leaking and that finally worked. However the taste is HORRIBLE. I literally had someone take a glass of water, spit it out afraid they were poisoned. I guess that all the minerals leach out I to water sitting in the filter and then are concentrated when filling into the first glass. Ghastly flavor 1 simply horrid. I persevered for a couple of days then took... » Read More I brought two of these filters. I wish I had not. Using standard inline screw-in filter connectors, this leaked. I the used the recommended angle screw ins and they leaked slowly too. Then I installed o-rings on the screw ins to prevent leaking and that finally worked. However the taste is HORRIBLE. I literally had someone take a glass of water, spit it out afraid they were poisoned. I guess that all the minerals leach out I to water sitting in the filter and then are concentrated when filling into the first glass. Ghastly flavor 1 simply horrid. I persevered for a couple of days then took it out. Never looked back. « Show Less
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The cartridges that come with this are garbage as are the replacements. I bought some activated charcoal for $6 or so, popped the top off, rinsed off the fiber filter and refilled. I did that about a month ago and the water still looks good. I have enough charcoal for the rest of time.
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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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I have two and have not had that problem, but was wondering if there's a way to get replacements. Mine smells like coffee, which is fine when I am drinking coffee, but not so great with water.
1311219
Yes I did test this system with the TDS meter and was very disappointed. The readings were exactly the same as what came out of the tap. I called Brondell and they informed me that was how it's supposed to be. Their system is apparently designed to only remove the bad taste...not the dissolved solids...well in my case it did neither. The water still tasted bad and the TDS reading was just as high as the tap. Our water is so bad here, typical readings from 450-800+ so it may just be that filters don't work here. I gave up on filters after trying many and ordered delivered water from Culligan. Yes I did test this system with the TDS meter and was very disappointed. The readings were exactly the same as what came out of the tap. I called Brondell and they informed me that was how it's supposed to be. Their system is apparently designed to only remove the bad taste...not the dissolved solids...well in my case it did neither. The water still tasted bad and the TDS reading was just as high as the tap. Our water is so bad here, typical readings from 450-800+ so it may just be that filters don't work here. I gave up on filters after trying many and ordered delivered water from Culligan.
1683970
i do not have that problem. its only for cold water. my problem with this filter is, it don't last the way it used to to about 4 to 6 months.in my case, the last few filters lasted only about 6 to 8 weeks and the flow becomes very slow and restricted inspite of having the samesource of city water.
643822
Brita Water Filter Bottle Replacement Filters, 2 CountThe link takes you to the perfect ones!! I just replaced mine for the first time just over a week ago.
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I had that one, I used it once and it broke. I called them and they replaced it with a much nicer one, which holds about a quart of water, lasts all day and scents the entire room and beyond. Get the better one.