FAQs

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Brita® Water Filter Faucet Systems don’t require soaking.

1. Run water through the system for 5 minutes to flush out the system, activate the filter media and remove any carbon dust.
2. The 100-gallon filter life begins AFTER flushing for five minutes so you are not wasting filter life by the flushing process.

Water saving tip: Contain the water during the flushing process and use on household plants so the water isn’t wasted.

1. Press the filter cartridge release button located at the back of the filter cup and pull cartridge up to remove it
2. Align the insert groove on the lower part of the cartridge with the filter indicator at the front of the filter cup
3. Insert the filter cartridge into the filter cup until a “click” is heard
4. Turn on the faucet to flush the new filter for 5 minutes to remove any carbon dust and activate the filter

The shelf life of an unused Brita® filter is indefinite as long as its pouch is intact and sealed. However, we do recommend pre-soaking older Original (Standard) filters in water for 15 minutes before using.

It's important to change your filter as recommended for optimal performance. If you have hard water, you may need to change filters more often. Use your cling calendar, or activate your electronic filter change indicator, when you install a new filter to help keep track of your usage. Filter replacement depends on filter and product type.

Pitcher and Dispenser Filters

• Brita® Original (Standard) (White) Filter: Every 40 gallons (about 2 months)
• Brita Elite™ (Blue) Filter: Every 120 gallons (about 6 months)
• Brita Stream® (Gray) Filter: Every 40 gallons (about 2 months)

Bottle Filters and Faucet Mount Filters

• Brita® Premium Filtering Water Bottles: Every 40 gallons (about 2 months)†
• Brita® Water Filter Faucet System Model SAFF-100: Every 100 gallons (about 4 months)
• Brita® Water Filter Faucet System Model FF-100: Every 100 gallons (about 4 months)

Time estimates for Brita® pitchers, dispensers and Water Filter Faucet Systems are based on 11 glasses per day for an average household. Approximate timing for Brita® Premium Filtering Water Bottles is based on 64 ounces per day.

1. Support the bottom of the system with one hand.
2. Align the insert groove on the lower part of the cartridge with the filter indicator at the front of the filter cup.
3. Insert the filter cartridge into the filter cup until you hear a “click.” Do not force the filter cartridge into the system base. Inserting the new filter cartridge automatically resets and activates the electronic filter indicator.
4. A green signal will flash, indicating that the filter is engaged.

If your Water Filter Faucet System hasn’t been used for several days, wet and reactivate the system’s filter by running water through the filter for 30 seconds.

Yes. All Brita® pitchers, dispensers, Premium Filtering Water Bottles, Water Filter Faucet Systems and replacement filters are made without BPA.

For models that feature our Electronic Filter Change Indicator, Brita uses a Lithium Manganese Dioxide (Li/MnO₂) battery, which is a type of lithium-ion battery.

Currently, the following Brita models use this battery type:

Brita Champlain Pitcher Model No. OB61
Brita Denali Pitcher Model No. OB62
Brita Marina Pitcher Model No. OB47
Brita Pacifica Pitcher Model No. OB41
Brita Tahoe Pitcher Model No. OB60
Brita Ultramax Pitcher Model No. OB24
Brita Wave Pitcher Model No. OB53
Brita Everyday Pitcher Model No. OB46
Brita Metro Pitcher Model No. OB11
Brita Faucet Mount Model No. FF-100

We stand by our products and offer a 30-day unconditional 100% money-back guarantee and a 1-year warranty in case your Brita gets damaged. Your satisfaction is important to us, whether or not your Brita® product is under warranty. Visit our Help Page or call 1-800-24-BRITA or 1-800-387-6940 (Canada) for support.

• Brita® Water Filter Faucet System User Guide FF-100
• Brita® Water Filter Faucet System User Guide SAFF-100