Can it be used without the filter?
1748729
yes. But, I do not recommend this item. We bought 2 and neither one works properly with or without the filter. We used their old style water system for years but it has been discontinued.
1748730
The filter fell out so many times I took it out and threw it away. I've been using it without the filter ever since with no ill effects.
1552872
Yes, there is another filter you can purchase for it. I did, and have not had to use it yet.
173630
Yes, or you can use it in a drip-style coffee pot like Mr. Coffee. In this case, you don't need to use a filter.
433952
I have not tried at this time, my guess is that you can, this is a pretty common filter and is in wide use. I purchased my first one from a farm supply house.
1781448
Nope, Ive now had mine for quite a while and everything is working just fine. No filters needed.
2214707
Yes, you can. If you like the taste of the water from your refrigerator, go for it! These filters are optional.
1813624
You can use the filter that comes with it, however it needs to be rinsed each time you use it with soap and water. I don't use it at all. I use a paper filter.
234573
I've used it for everything with no problem. Not using a filter and no problem. Just clean out dust bin.
465998
I actually don't use the filter. I used the one it gave me, but it only lasted a month or so, then I tossed it. The waterer works fine without it.
2196490
Thank you for your question! A filter is not required for this system to operate properly.
130782
No it does not need a filter. Pretty simple machine we use daily and my son loves it.
98223
yes, there is a flip that you can use to turn off the filter without removing it form the tap. Removing the filter altogether is also pretty simple.
2023597
This machine is not designed to take a filter. We would still highly recommend using a filtered water to prevent scale from building up in the boiler.
1240488
I think it would be possible to use it without the filter, but if that's the case, it'd be cheaper to just get a generic sports bottle.
96534
It has a small filter that comes with it. I replace it every so often. I use it just because it has it. I guess you wouldn't have to.
2194991
You can choose to use the filter however it works without itt, just a bit of coffee ground is found in the bottom
1882065
You most likely will need a filtering box to make it work. That is what I am using and it works great!