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BRITA Water Filter Jug Instruction Manual
Comprehensive guide for using and maintaining your BRITA water filter jug, including setup, filter replacement, and indicator settings.
Table of contents
Product Overview
The BRITA water filter jug is designed to provide cleaner, fresher-tasting water by reducing substances like chlorine, limescale, and certain metals such as lead and copper. The system utilizes the innovative BRITA MicroFlow Technology, featuring Micro Carbon Pearls made from natural coconut shells to lock away taste and odour-impairing substances, and Ion-Exchange Pearls to reduce limescale, protecting your household appliances.
Getting Started
Before first use, clean the funnel and jug, which are dishwasher safe (max 50°C). Remove the protective wrapper from the MAXTRA+ water filter. Immerse the filter in cold water and shake gently to remove air bubbles. Insert the filter into the funnel and press down until it is firmly positioned. Activate the filter by discarding the first two fillings of water. From the third filling, your BRITA water filter jug is ready for use.
Filter Replacement and Indicators
To ensure optimum performance, replace your MAXTRA+ water filter every four weeks or after 100 litres of filtration. Your jug is equipped with an exchange indicator to remind you when to replace the filter. For models with the BRITA Smart Light, press the reset button for 5-10 seconds until the LED flashes green three times to activate. The Smart Light uses different coloured lights to indicate filter status: green for optimal performance, yellow when it is nearly time to replace, and red when replacement is required. For models with the BRITA Memo, press the START button until all four bars appear on the display. Each bar represents approximately one week of use.
Important Usage and Maintenance
BRITA filtered water is intended for human consumption and should be consumed within one day. Keep the jug away from direct sunlight and heat sources. If the jug comes into contact with strongly staining foods like ketchup or mustard, clean it immediately to avoid discolouration. Regularly descale the lid and indicator using a common citric acid-based descaling fluid. If the jug will not be used for a prolonged period, remove the filter, discard any remaining water, and store the filter loosely in the funnel. Always use cold tap water for filtration.
Manufacturer information
Brita
Practical help
Common problems
Water does not flow through the funnel
The filter is not fully inserted. Press the filter further down into the funnel and try again.
Black carbon particles in filtered water
This is a natural occurrence. Flush the filter with water several times until the particles disappear.
Limescale build-up on the lid
Regularly clean and descale the lid and indicator using a citric acid-based descaling fluid.
Before use
- Remove protective wrapper from the new filter
- Immerse filter in cold water and shake to remove air bubbles
- Clean the jug and funnel
- Insert filter firmly into the funnel
- Discard the first two fillings of water to activate the filter
- Reset the filter exchange indicator
Specs in practice
- Filter Lifetime
- Up to 100 litres or 4 weeks of use, depending on local water hardness.
- Dishwasher Safety
- Funnel and jug are dishwasher safe up to 50°C; lids with indicators must be hand-washed.
Images and diagrams
- A1/A2: Removing and inserting the BRITA Smart Light indicator.
- B: Preparing the filter by soaking and shaking.
- C: Correct insertion of the filter into the funnel.
- D/E: Filling methods based on lid type.
- G/H/I: Activating and checking the BRITA Smart Light status.
Model compatibility
- Designed specifically for use with BRITA MAXTRA+ water filters.
- Only use with municipally treated tap water or water tested as safe to drink.
Manual page author
Emily Carter
User documentation editor
Prepares concise manual descriptions and highlights the most useful setup, operation, and maintenance information for readers.