How to change water filters in simple steps

First, you must know that how to change water filters is no less important than the importance of changing water filters periodically and regularly in order to preserve your health and avoid any risks of poisoning or the appearance of an accumulation of bacteria and fungi, God forbid, in the water you drink.

Therefore, we advise you to follow a schedule for changing water filters and keep it in a safe place to make it easy for you to know when the last change was and when the next time will be, and we at Smartly can certainly help you with that.

First, let's learn about the types of water filters in home water desalination devices.

How to change water filters

Read before starting:

• You must know the type of water filter you want to change. You can read about the types of water filters, and learn more about changing water filters.
• We advise you to purchase the filter from a reliable place or through the same service provider. Do not risk your health or the health of your family, even if you find it at a cheaper price, it is usually poorly made or without safety certificates.

The tools you need

• Towel - wrench - cleaning brush - plastic gloves - chlorine sterilizing liquid or soap

Preparation

1. Clean the area and remove any cleaners or tools in the filter changing area.
2. Make sure to wear plastic gloves to protect your hands from dirt collected inside the filters.
3. IMPORTANT: Close the water valve to stop the water.

Changing water filters is not a simple or random matter, so choose the filters you want to start changing or follow the following steps in order to change all of your device’s water filters in sequence:

Steps to change primary water filters (1-3)

The home filter device consists of two types of water filters, a candle with a plastic cover, and it is vertically shaped and made up of membranes with one use, as in the picture.

How to remove the old filter

1. Make sure the water valve supplying the home filter device is closed.
2. Close the valve that connects the home filter device to the water tank, usually a quarter turn clockwise.
3. If the home filter device is connected to a refrigerator or another tank, close it also in the same way.
4. Open the water tap connected to the filter device, to remove the collected water and air.
5. Before the next step , we advise you to place a plastic cover on the floor, due to the possibility of water leaking from the device, and to keep your place clean.
6. Using your hands or a wrench, open the filter you want to change as shown.

7. Carefully remove the black ring, wash it with water and store it in a safe place.

8. Dispose of the old filter by placing it in a plastic garbage bag and closing it tightly.

9. Wash the plastic cover with water and chlorine or soap. Use a brush to clean if there are any stuck-on deposits. Make sure to rinse it well from soap or chlorine, then dry it.

10. Put the black ring back in place, as it helps secure the plastic cover and prevent water leakage. If it is damaged, replace it. (Available at plumbing and hardware stores)

11. Dispose of gloves and wash your hands.

Excellent, now we have completed the first step of change, which is the most important. We move on to installing the new water filter

Installing the new filter

1. Wash your hands well with soap and water before touching the new water filter, to avoid transferring any germs to it. Bring the new filter and remove the plastic protective sleeve.
2. Install it in the same plastic cover (mounting direction does not matter) but make sure it sits firmly in the center of the cover.

3. Replace the plastic cap on the home filter device using only your hands, twist it tightly without using force.

4. In the last step, reopen the water valve, and see if there are any leaks. If there is a leak, close it again and repeat the steps.

5. Open the filter water tap, within 1-2 minutes water will start flowing, this means your device is working properly!

The water is still not drinkable! Make sure not to open the valve of the water tank or refrigerator .

5. ( Important step ) Allow the water to flow for about 10 minutes, to get rid of impurities and carbonated components.

6. After that, close the water tap.

7. Open the valve of the tank and water cooler, to start water flowing inside them.

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Now you're done changing the pre-filters! excellent.

Steps to change the membrane filter (reverse osmosis filter)

This type of filter is installed horizontally on top of the home filter device. Water filters of this type are changed once every two or three years, and this depends on the daily production and the amount of substances dissolved in the water. The longer it is, the shorter the life span of the filter. Learn more about the membrane filter. .

Remove the old membrane filter

1. Follow the steps in the first steps to change filters, if you haven't already done so:
2. Completely separate the filter cover from the pipes connected to it from both directions.
3. Save the installation directions as shown in the picture, so you can install the new filter in the correct direction.

*Removing the filter may be a bit difficult, but using a blunt metal tool try to separate it. Like this tool:

Installing a new membrane filter

1. Remove the plastic cover from the new membrane filter.
2. Install the filter so that the two black rings are facing the inside of the plastic cover (as shown in the picture in the previous paragraph.), and twist it until the filter is securely attached. This step is important, if you do not secure it well, unfiltered water will flow into the drinking water tank.
3. Reinstall the connecting tube securely. Make sure it is installed correctly to prevent any water leaking out of the device.
4. Now, restart the water valve, and see if there are any leaks. If there is a leak, close it again and repeat the steps.
5. Open the filter water tap, within 1-2 minutes water will start flowing, this means your device is working properly!

Changing the horizontal filters in stages 5-7

Horizontal filters, such as post-carbon or remineralization, are changed

Which is usually installed horizontally at the top of the home filter device, and here are the steps on how to change these types of water filters

Installing new water filters

1. If you haven't already done so, you should follow the steps described in the first steps to change filters:
2. Save the filter direction so you can install the new filter in the same direction.
3. Remove the old filters, start by removing the blue ring if present, then gently press the inlet of the tube, pulling the tube out.

1. Now reinstall the filter in the same direction, then put the blue ring to prevent the tube from detaching.
2. In this step, restart the water valve and see if there are any leaks. If there is a leak, close it again and repeat the steps.
3. Open the filter water tap, within 1-2 minutes water will start flowing, this means your device is working properly!

excellent! You have completely completed the steps on how to change water filters for home desalination or purification devices. We always advise you to change the filters periodically and continuously, as not changing them is the main reason for a change in the taste of the water, an unpleasant odor, or the appearance of impurities. Don't risk the health and health of your family.

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