Purchased this filter two weeks ago and the water is still murky; uv light is on. It sounds like it might be o rings. Any suggestions?
388172
no answer i have the same problem. the filter takes nothing outwhen back flushing not happy good luck
717790
If there is a noise, it most likely is the filter mechanism itself is clogged. If you remove the box type thing under the filtering system itself, it most likely is full of yuckety yuck. When you clean this out it will probably be OK. If not it may need replacing. ciao!
27919
I just went through this issue as well, with the New and Improved filters...as Special Etc mentioned, it was because I hadn't pushed down on the filter enough to create a seal. I could actually see water leaking out the bottom, in addition to it pouring out the 4 holes. After pulling it out, re-inserting it and pushing it down hard, it sat much better and the filtering was back to normal again.
70600
My system had that same bad taste and odor. I even flushed the system many times and unplugged the UV lamp and still had the same outcome. The water tasted fine after many flushes, but returned to the same bad taste/smell after a few days EVERY time. Even with the UV lamp unplugged. I believe there is something toxic in the tank and have gotten rid of this system. Good luck.
903602
The valve has been in the open position long enough for sufficient filtered water to have flowed to suggest changing the filters (probably not the RO membrane, just the other three). Just pull the battery and put it back to reset.
2137229
After using mine for about a month I also noticed the same thing and had this same question. It was like that right out of the box. After researching the manufacturers website about this product it became clear that the red light means a burnt out UV bulb. The bulb cost as much as the whole filter and was not available so I trashed the whole filter. This is clearly not a quality product. Check www.aa-aquarium.com and see what you can find out.
1543338
I had that problem. There is a filter in line. Cleaned it and the flow was fine again.
1503460
I am not an appliance technician. Possibly the problem is with the o-ring seal. Not the filter. If you still have the old one try swapping the o-ring from the filter you removed. Other than that I have no idea.
1082090
dry it off and manhandle it. never had a problem here. only hard part is getting the leaking to stop with new filter. must clean o rings and make sure filter is spotless or it will leak.
1856448
Not sure the UV light gas anything to do with taste/smell. You might try bypassing the light and see if the problem persists. Post results when you do. My water running through the RO system has a slight almost garlicky smell, but its much purer than tap.
2032863
Check the O-ring. Also watch for cracks in the "U" tube along the seam as it will suck air and cause the GPH to go way down. Mine started to suck air along the seam shortly after getting it. I contacted AquaClear and they wanted me to purchase a new one even though it was less than 3 months old and still under warranty. Terrible customer support. I avoid AquaClear (and all Hagen) products like the plague now. Both my 30 and 70 models have the same issue and now sit in the very box they came in.... sadly I purchased nearly $200 in filter supplies/media for these as well. I just cut the stuff open and use it in my new filters. Return it if you can.
506246
Really clean the filter or replace it. We need to clean the filter at least every two weeks of use.
2064419
The problem is probably being caused by your water conditioner, not the filters. Try another water conditioner and see of that eliminates your problem.
2262267
Be sure your water level is to top of tank. I used 2 filters in mine for extra clean tank. I also opened top strainer 1/2 open. Mine is so quiet I have to check that it is running. If noise continues I would contact the company for a replacement.
1759516
And I do agree with the other responders here about needing to clean your filter, or replace it. But the "Lo" indicator is about water flow.
2164390
Check to see if your water level is covering the entire intake pipe. It should be. Also, If you have the skimmer attachment installed, it might be contributing to the problem. I run my filter with it out of the intake line, with better results.
515652
same thing here, wet upon opening, never seen this before and I've been using for awhile this filter