Does this unit have auto-clean? How do you know when to clean it? Does the water get filled from the front or back?
1171241
I don't think it has any auto-clean feature. The water is poured into the top of the unit.
93406
The motor is not loud, no you do not need to clean it just change the filters. You can hear the water trickling
144701
Please read your manual instructions. On the front end you will see a flap that pulls up. It is just below your self clean lever. It is recommended that you use distilled water. Good Luck!
1190774
Yes - it has it's own filter system and everything it cleans up stays inside the unit. When it is done you open it up, dump out debris and hose off the filters.
1170944
We have very hard water and have cleaned our unit a couple of times with vinegar. It works fine. About a quarter cup of vinegar and fill the unit with cold water. Turn it on and let it shut off automatically. Be sure to rinse thoroughly. I may use Louise's suggestion to run plain water in the unit but I haven't had a problem. this is a great unit. We use it several times a day.
1276908
It does not have a self cleaning feature. I ran vinegar/water through it the very first time I used it and then just plain water. I haven't ever felt that I needed to do it again. I run the carafe and the filter basket through the dishwasher every few months.
670445
Have had this fountain for over a year. Works well. No need to take apart to fill, I have a large plastic cup I keep on my counter and just add water as needed ~ typically at least once/twice a day but I have 3 dogs and 4 cats drinking out of it. I do take it apart and clean it once a week or else fur and stuff gets caught in the filter. I also run it in the sink with bleach/water on occasion as the filter housing can get really gunked up and I don't want bacteria growing in there. Also use an old toothbrush to clean the gunk out. I long ago threw away the carbon filter...just don't see the point. Point ~ keep it clean and it runs great, neglect it and it runs poorly. Have had this fountain for over a year. Works well. No need to take apart to fill, I have a large plastic cup I keep on my counter and just add water as needed ~ typically at least once/twice a day but I have 3 dogs and 4 cats drinking out of it. I do take it apart and clean it once a week or else fur and stuff gets caught in the filter. I also run it in the sink with bleach/water on occasion as the filter housing can get really gunked up and I don't want bacteria growing in there. Also use an old toothbrush to clean the gunk out. I long ago threw away the carbon filter...just don't see the... » Read More Have had this fountain for over a year. Works well. No need to take apart to fill, I have a large plastic cup I keep on my counter and just add water as needed ~ typically at least once/twice a day but I have 3 dogs and 4 cats drinking out of it. I do take it apart and clean it once a week or else fur and stuff gets caught in the filter. I also run it in the sink with bleach/water on occasion as the filter housing can get really gunked up and I don't want bacteria growing in there. Also use an old toothbrush to clean the gunk out. I long ago threw away the carbon filter...just don't see the point. Point ~ keep it clean and it runs great, neglect it and it runs poorly. « Show Less
914796
a little warm soapy water and the brush that comes with the unit, just takes a few minutes.....hope this helps!
468556
I think it does have auto shut off. I never let my run out of water. I fill it as soon as it is low (about 2-3 inches of water). Hope this helps.
274511
I fill it 80% full of water, then (carefully and before it goes through the filter) turn it upside down in the sink and work the top off. The weight of the water inside the unit helps a lot.
1325672
I am on well water and my UN t is operating fine. However, I run the unit until it turns itself off..so water is not sitting in unit. I would recommend you empty the reservoir when not in use.
182064
I think it is very easy to clean! I've been cleaning it every two weeks, seems to be good enough. I fill it probably every 2-3 days with about 2 C. of water as maintenance.
226894
The water goes just above the rim when it is first turned on. The amount of 'dirt' in the water and on the filter makes a difference as to how high the water goes. I clean my regularly to keep the water flow moving. I have lots of kitties drinking out of it. They like to 'play' with the water which gets it dirty.
656950
My only word of note would be that it can take 15 to 30 minutes for water to work its way back in after a complete cleaning. During that time the unit will think it is out of water. If it is not that, I hae not run into the situation.
1535512
Take a sample of the water in a clear glass. If it clears from the bottom up, it is air bubbles, no worries. As the unit is used the trapped air will flush out. If it clears from the top down then it is debris. This should not happen. I would think that after flushing the system once and you still find debris, there is something wrong.
2082137
There is Auto On 1, and Auto On 2. I'm sorry, but we don't use them to be able to tell you how well they work. The issue with the pot not being able to clear the lid when pouring water into the top is a deal breaker for us, though. We wouldn't buy this machine if we had to do it over again. To empty the water in you have to pour from really high up, above the lid to the maker. It is a bit noisy, too. We were disappointed that Krups didn't do a better job.
544716
Nothing does, you have run the unit in cleaning mode - pointing into the bowl, after sometime you will learn how long it takes for the hot water to reach the unit.