How does it work? Rechargeable batteries? How often do filters need replacing?
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There are no batteries. You plug it in. The pump pulls the water through the filter then pushes it out again through a hose attached to the pump and connected to a hole in the bowl. This keeps the water circulating. You do have to keep the water filled for it to keep going. They say every month, but we keep cleaning ours and using it for 3-4 months.
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My Cat loves the flow of the water but the filter needs to be changed to often in my opinion. Now the thing that I do to save on the cost of the filter is I take it out wash it is baking soda and water and put it in the sun to dry to kill any bacteria. This unit plugs into the wall no batteries needed. This product could use an update I think. Hope this helps.
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We have two of the units and find that the filters cannot be cleaned and reused; instead, they must be replaced. It would be nice if re-usable/cleanable replacement filters were available.
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Depends on how often you run the machine...I run mine about 12 hours per day and I change the filters about every 18 months.
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Hi- they take filters and they need to be replaced every 2-3 months depending on usage.They are currently out of stock, but they are also sold on Amazon. They will be back in stock on 06/05/2015 on Amazon.
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Yeah, that light. It went dead pretty fast and we didn't replace it. Do this instead: Write month and date of installation on both filters, and put it on your calendar in six months--and then replace them. Other than that, the filters have been great and function well.
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First of all the cleaner the filter, the faster it filters. When it is new, it will filter the full amount in about 6 hours. After the filter gets some use, it will take a bit longer. I take mine out and wash them every 3-4 months and change them once a year.
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The filters can initially be vacuumed, but at some point they do need to be replaced. We have been quite satisfied with the performance of our units. When one (we have five units) failed, the unit was replaced without a problem.
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Mine last about 3 months even though I used it a little longer until I ended up ordering a 3 pack. There's also a sensor that tells you when the filter is done.
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Battery included powers the filter change light and is in a slide panel behind the filter. The light on the faucet blinks when it is time to change the filter, usually in 6 months or so. I'm not sure if it clocks usage or just time.
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Yes, they will need replacing some time, but I would expect 2 or 3 years service first. My units came with good quality rechargeable batteries. You would notice the units running out of battery power after 10 or so minutes when out of their stand if they needed to be replaced.
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I think is based on time. The filters continue to work for some time after. I generally replace them whan the water flow slows down. depending on use, that can be 1 to 3 years.
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I got them here on amazon. You'd be surprised how long the filters last. I see 10 clue st a day on average and a filter will last me a out a month.
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There is a pre-filter that you have to change. There is an indicator to tell you when to change filters. How often depends on what setting you run. I run mine at medium 24/7, high for 1 hour after vacuuming. I change filters about every1 1/2 - 2 months. They're not expensive.
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Don't even bother. When my battery finally went on my last one I took it to a battery store.When they opened it up there were about 10 small batteries all wired together in a way that a layman cannot replace and for them to replace them cost more than a new unit. Throw it out,save the filter for back up and buy new!
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and usage...if you run it 24/7. I would change every three or four months. Some folks just vacuum the filters. I'm goona try it.)
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Most of the filters say replace annually, bit it really depends upon your usage. I usually replace every other year and I haven't had issues with water quality...
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Daniel. weve got 3 of them in our house and I can honestly say our electric bill hasnt changed significantly. What doesnt seem right is the filters are so darn expensive than if your house has allot floating in the air the filters dont last 3 months.