What triggers the "Replace Filter" indicator light, a meter or a timer? If it's a timer, isn't it likely that filters are often changed prematurely?
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On our Maytag, there is a "Replace Filter" light that changes from Green to red. The packaging says says change every 6 months, but ours usually lasts a year on average before it turns red. I believe it is calculated on the number of gallons that passes through the filter. We are a house hold of 2 people and 2 dogs. It has average a year of usage consistently for 7 years. Now if you had a house hold of 4-5 people, it may last a shorter period. But I do believe it is based on the number of gallons that passes through the filter that triggers the change filter indicator.
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where is says replace filter look on the other side there is the bubble press it to start timeline
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I have been cleaning the equipment each time the water starts tasting different. I change filters according to time, but if for some reason, the water continues to take differently, then I would replace it earlier. There isn't any type of indicator on the equipment, just your own site, taste, and time.
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Not having one in front of me, I would wager that the red light, which is supposed to remind you to replace filters periodically, will stay on for a given length of time and then turn off. It does not read as though it has a pressure or air flow sensor in the unit, so I do not believe its red light comes on except for a brief time every six months of operation or perhaps three or twelve months. You may be able to turn it off manually, which procedure may be told in the owners manual or you may be able to unplug the unit and, upon plugging it in again, it may reset itself. There is nothing to worry you overmuch because the unit is still operating and ridding your room of particulates as designed. Not having one in front of me, I would wager that the red light, which is supposed to remind you to replace filters periodically, will stay on for a given length of time and then turn off. It does not read as though it has a pressure or air flow sensor in the unit, so I do not believe its red light comes on except for a brief time every six months of operation or perhaps three or twelve months. You may be able to turn it off manually, which procedure may be told in the owners manual or you may be able to unplug the unit and, upon plugging it in again, it may reset itself. There is nothing... » Read More Not having one in front of me, I would wager that the red light, which is supposed to remind you to replace filters periodically, will stay on for a given length of time and then turn off. It does not read as though it has a pressure or air flow sensor in the unit, so I do not believe its red light comes on except for a brief time every six months of operation or perhaps three or twelve months. You may be able to turn it off manually, which procedure may be told in the owners manual or you may be able to unplug the unit and, upon plugging it in again, it may reset itself. There is nothing to worry you overmuch because the unit is still operating and ridding your room of particulates as designed. « Show Less
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Did filter quit working or light or both? If it light you can easily replace the light. If it filter i would call manufacturer. See about getting replacement
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There is a dial that slowly turns with each fill. After a while, it turns from green to yellow to red. When it's red, replace the filter and it rests back to green
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No there is not an indicator. However, the filter only needs to be change every year or so, so I usually made a note for myself and taped it onto the filter holder under the sink. You can also get on an auto-replacement filter mail order system.
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When the carbon filter is full you will need to replace. The LED light will turn red that's the time to change. Depending on usage i think mine lasted about a year.
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It has a dial you can turn to let you know how much time is left for the filter. It will prompt you when it's time to change it.
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Throw it. When you can't find it, it's fixed. No actually, I have never had one last long enough to deplete that tiny integrated battery which can't be replaced anyway. I guess just replace the filter every couple months and press on without the light...
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With my model of vent, the vent pulls from the center. As a result, the indicator strips typically change color from the center out (e.g. where the grease, etc. is being pulled up through it). I often rotate the filters halfway through use, and then replace accordingly.
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This is the reason I replaced my timer. Easy to install new one...not feasible to fix.
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I believe its a certain length of time. I marked the date on the timer when we installed it last time and it started beeping almost a year later. Also, the timer isn't attached to the filters. It's something that you and set/attach near by to remind you to change it.
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I have the same situation, but after a much longer period of use. My second filter was at the stage when the light would flash red. Before I replaced it, the light stopped working. I replaced the filter, and still no light working. Checking online, I found that, with the filter out, you can access the switch for the light. I pressed it and the light activated. Put the filter back in and it didn't work. Repeated a couple more time, with no success. I also read online that there is no direct relationship between the light and the filter itself; it simply tracks water flow. I have decided to keep using it until there is an obvious change in either flow rate or water quality. I have the same situation, but after a much longer period of use. My second filter was at the stage when the light would flash red. Before I replaced it, the light stopped working. I replaced the filter, and still no light working. Checking online, I found that, with the filter out, you can access the switch for the light. I pressed it and the light activated. Put the filter back in and it didn't work. Repeated a couple more time, with no success. I also read online that there is no direct relationship between the light and the filter itself; it simply tracks water flow. I have decided to... » Read More I have the same situation, but after a much longer period of use. My second filter was at the stage when the light would flash red. Before I replaced it, the light stopped working. I replaced the filter, and still no light working. Checking online, I found that, with the filter out, you can access the switch for the light. I pressed it and the light activated. Put the filter back in and it didn't work. Repeated a couple more time, with no success. I also read online that there is no direct relationship between the light and the filter itself; it simply tracks water flow. I have decided to keep using it until there is an obvious change in either flow rate or water quality. « Show Less
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After replacing the filters, RESET the Filter Life Indicator by inserting a small object (such as a paper clip) into the hole below the filter change light marked reset ( ).
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My indicator only changes from green to red when I need to purchase another filter.
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Jenate It's not the product Your refrigerator has a timer that stats when you replace your filter If your water still taste good all you have to do is take the filter out again and re install it This will reset your timer But Amazon has the best price on replacements