Maintenance Guides / Plumbing & Water

Replace RO pre-filters

Difficulty: easyTime: 20 minsEst. Cost: $25 - $75

Why it matters

Pre-filter neglect clogs the membrane and kills its lifespan before 2 years.

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How to do it

  • 1

    Locate the sediment and carbon pre-filter housings under the sink.

  • 2

    Turn off the feed-water supply to the RO system.

  • 3

    Use a filter wrench to unscrew each pre-filter housing.

  • 4

    Remove old cartridges and dispose of them.

  • 5

    Install new sediment and carbon cartridges with clean O-rings.

  • 6

    Turn water back on and flush for 2 minutes.