Replacing The Filter Cartridge; Maintenance; Optimum Use - Brita mypure SLIM V-MF Instructions For Use Manual

V. Replacing, resetting and maintenance

Replacing the filter cartridge

The filter cartridge must be replaced after 8,000 litres usage or latest 12 months
after first use.
a) Turn off the cold water supply.
b) Remove the exhausted filter cartridge (10) from the filter head (6).
c) Attach the new filter cartridge (see chapter IV step 2).
d) Turn on cold water supply.
10
10
Cold water supply
(Only for UK)
6
Compression
Connector
Isolation Valve
Copper Pipe
Before use, make sure that you have followed all the steps correctly and all the
parts are fitted. Place a suitable container under the cartridge to catch any
leakages.
A. Turn on the cold water supply and check the system carefully for any leaks.
B. Open the valve on your tap and allow the water to run for 1–2 minutes
(minimum 5 litres).
While changing the filter some water can run out. To prepare this have a
cloth and bucket nearby. It is recommended to turn off water supply and
allow cold water run through completely by opening the valve of the tap
briefly before changing the filter cartridge.

Maintenance

Regularly check the filter system for leaks and the hoses for kinks. Damaged
hoses must be replaced.
Product is engineered for a lifetime of 10 years under regular usage conditions.
Prior to exchanging the filter system, read the technical data and the
operating and safety information.
Regularly clean the outside of the filter system with a soft, damp cloth.
Do not use any abrasive chemicals, cleaning solutions or astringent
cleaning agents.

Optimum use

• BRITA recommends the filter system not be decommissioned for a long period.
If the BRITA mypure SLIM filter system is not used for several days (2–3 days),
we recommend the filter system to be flushed with the flushing volume X
indicated in the table below. After stagnation periods of over 4 weeks, the filter
should be flushed with flushing volume Y or else replaced. Please also note the
maximum usage period of the filter cartridge is 12 months.
Flushing volume X after 2-3 days stagnation
Flushing volume Y after 4 weeks stagnation
• The filter system must not be opened or dismantled during operation. The
filter system is designed for a service life of 10 years counted from the date of
installation. Hoses have to be replaced 5 years after the installation.
5 Litres
15 Litres