How to Perform Filter Change on iSpring Reverse Osmosis (RO) Systems 

Link to the updated RO systems filter replacement video: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-LsVNBpLA6dE.html

Seems easy enough. This guy did it in his sleep.

After replacing the bottom 3 stage filters, an initial flush is required before connecting the 3 stage filters to the main RO membrane. This is required to prevent the residual carbon (grey colored water), from the initial 3 stage filters, to getting into the RO membrane (per installation manual).

I really needed this video to figure out what way the stage 2 filter was placed in the canister. Thank you. Just watched again for the membrane. Excellent video. The customer service support from ISpring is phenomenal. Bravo to this company❤️

Despite being incredibly tired and of course having those other concerns...your eyebrows are so telling, we completed this filter replacement together. Thank you, Nick L. You are a modern day hero.

Omg, thank you so much for making this video!!! My mom and I have always struggled with the specifics and now we have some reference! Saving this video!

That was helpful, thanks! They last two new replacement cartridges come with the compression type fitting and elbows that push into the cartridge. Slightly easier.

For the instructions of prefilter wash, please check out this video: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-n2zW4pVQPgU.html.

Thank you, this guide was helpful and I was able to replace all of my filters with ease.

I thank you so much you brake it down perfectly you explained exactly what i need thank you very much

Thank you, so much easier this time. Watched a home made video before and it was a mess. Thanks so much.

AGAIN Don't forget the flush of the 3 pre-filters. Would be nice to CLEARLY show the tube that you need to removed to flush water INTO a suitable bucket.

This is so helpful. Very detailed. Thank you Nick.

This video SERIOUSLY needs to be removed and replaced with a proper version. The biggest problem of all: according to this video you just replace the first 3 filters and connect everything back up. This is a major issue - perhaps they are looking to sell more higher stage filters!? Because the first step you should make when replacing the first 3 filters, before you remove any filter - remove the 'OUT' connection from end of the 3rd stage filter that goes up into the higher stages. Then after you replace the filters for stages 1-3 - you MUST flush the system for a while to clear carbon grit and sediment. As you must do with all carbon filter media. I did this by unplugging that 'OUT' connection and after replacing the filters for stage 1-3, I then ran the water directly into the sink by lifting the filter assembly up there. The water that came out for the first 10-20 seconds was completely gray and nasty. Had I not removed that connection and 'flushed' those 3 filters - all of that gray water would have gone into the filters for stages 4-6. What a disaster this video is because that is instantly reducing the quality and life of the upstream filters/filtration. The other thing that needs to be done in the re-make of this video: Make the entire first section only about the 4 filters that need to be replaced every 6 months so they are all in the first section. The first time we're coming online to look for solutions on how to do the filter replacements, is 6 months after we first installed the system. We don't need replacement instructions on anything else until the 1 year mark. So make the video into sections: Section 1: replacing filters 1-3 and 6 in one go (for 6 month filter maintenance) and of course, INCLUDE the bit about flushing the first 3 filters from the 'OUT' output before proceeding on to the 6th stage filter Section 2: replacing filters 1-3 and 5 and 6 (for 1 year filter maintenance) Section 3: replacing all filters at the 2 year mark I can't even imagine how many people have followed this video, and not flushed their system after replacing filters 1-3 and they are reducing the quality of their system upstream, causing themselves to have to replace more filters more often - and then they are most likely experiencing a less than optimal water quality because of all of the cardon dust they are introducing into the system upstream from filters 1-3 - and this really shouldn't ever happen. I seriously implore @iSpring Water Systems to remove this video as soon as possible with properly updated step by step instructions that include my suggestions above. I got lucky and did a bit more digging before acting on the instructions of this video - and after seeing all the carbon dust that pumped out into my sink I'm so fortunate that I caught that error in this video so the remaining filters have a better lifespan and the water quality continues to be as good as possible.

Very helpful! Thank you

This video is so helpful and detailed. Thank you so much.

Wow! Bill Belichick's little brother was very helpful and informative doing this walk through video. He may have a career in coaching as well.

this guy loves his job

The first time that I watched this video was my first time changing my filters. About 5 months before this post, a user named muckrak3r posted a month after my first filter change. I had no idea that a filter flush was required which means, well I don't know what it means actually. So, what was the water quality like after my first time changing the filters without flushing? What was I drinking? Not only did iSpring not include this information within this video, they lazily pinned a new filter flush video ( 4 or 5 months after muckrak3r's post) instead of creating an entirely new one. The newly pinned video helps, so thank you. But my god iSpring! You need to fix this asap!

I have this RO system and I love it.! Super easy to change filters and mine also have quick connections for the tubes so no unscrewing needed so that’s a plus

This is a clear, well thought, perfect guide to changing this awesome water filtration system. Thank you for taking the time to do this, and thank you for standing behind your product and customers.

I prefer this video over the newer video. The pace is slower on this one, which I like.

Thank you!! Now my filters are all changed and working properly.

I just replaced 5-filters and found the video helpful. Thank you. Question: In stage 5, did you blur the post carbon filter label because the fittings were placed on the wrong ends? Nice post edit BTW. :)

Nice video. I followed your directions to change my iSpring RO filters, and it worked perfectly. Well done.

I love the product and the supporting videos. The only thing that troubles me is the repeated advice to hand tighten the canisters and then use the wrench to tighten them another "1/4 to 1/2 turn". I take that to mean use the wrench to tighten them another 90* to 180* after they are already hand tight. Seems very excessive to me.

Those stage lights are so bright

Hi I’ve opened and put everything back now there’s no water coming if you could help me please

Awesome video, very helpful! Do you have a link on where to get these products by any chance?

He said to flush the system 2-3 times. To me it's better to disconnect the hose from the tank and flush it in the sink. I don't know why he didn't tell us to do that but instead said to flush the tank 2-3 times. Why contaminate your tank with carbon when you can take the hose out and flush in the sink.

I never tire of hating this system, time to find an alternative.

Pretty sure this guy is fighting a massive hangover.

I love this man

Very helpful 😊

Just changed my filters and noticed grey residue buildup in the third stage. I'm concerned because I expected it to get much cleaner through the stages. This appears to look like the material inside the 3rd filter. Can you explain what it is?

Hey im having serious problem unscrewing the stage 1 2 & 3 housings its always tight but we never overtighten just hand tighten. Every time we change them its such a mission idk why. Also the tank is leaking from up top. The system is only like 4 years old

I cannot get the tubing to come out of the L shaped connector on the cap even though the blue lock is removed. Is there a magic spell I need to add? I have tried pulling with pliers as well. It shouldn’t be this difficult.

why is mine so tight to be uncovered? even I removed the whole unit and tried separately, still cannot uncover it

On the final Alkaline cartridge (top red), the short white plastic tube was NOT connected to the (2nd from last) Post-Carbon (Blue) filter on the left side. It was left pointing up in the air.

Love this company. I bought the ispring rcc7 a couple years ago and love it. Better than bottled quality water, and the only reason I managed to put it together and install it is because of their RU-vid channel so thank you for that. I do have a question tho. I'm intrigued by that UV stage, is there any way I could modify my system to have the UV stage right after my post carbon filter, then to the tank? Without having the alkaline stage. I don't want my water alkaline, I also use it on plants so I need a neutral pH so the RCC7 is perfect for me. Just though the extra UV stage would be nice

Can I return the drain water back into the filtration cycle again to avoid the amount of the drained water ? ( I need a reason). Also if I can't do that how can I reduce it?

I noticed on all pictures it shows the alkaline filter opposite of the arrows on our. Should we be concerned? We also have the uv

When removing tubing that has those horseshoe clips you must press the tab in where the tube enters the connection first.

Hi, I have the 5 stage system. I am interested to add the alkaline filter. Is it possible to add it to the existing 5 stage and make it 6 stage?

You people changed FA15 Alkaline filter 6th stage, the old tubes don't fit. Why didn't you mention it anywhere?

If I hate my life was a job

Our iSpring 5-stage RO has perfect pressure. After watching Robert Slovak talk about RO Bladder as an ideal breeding environment for nasty bacteria to grow & contaminate drinking water, I am concerned about cleaning the bladder. Are there steps to inject small amount of food-grade Hydrogen Peroxide into my bladder? We love the iSpring 5-state system. But I am noticing a change in taste of water. So I am going to perform filter changes (as per your other video). How difficult is it to add UV stage to our 5-Stage?

Stage 5 post carbon filter 10:20

I have 6 stage, exactly same as the one in this video. After changing all of them, the flow is very small. Any advise please?

Do you have to have the filter wrenches to remove? I’m pretty sure we don’t have them anymore

In my system (bought last year) the Alkaline filter is no longer screw in they are push in type like PEX fittings

I just replaced the RO membrane I don’t understand how to flush it. I turn on the water, the tank and the faucet and let the tank fill and drain three times. Am I understanding it correctly?

He says counter clockwise but he is turning the wrench in a clockwise motion. I just spent an hour tightening the housing l. Thanks.

Where is your video to change the UV bulb. We have the 7 stage filter system

where do I find the cartridge carbon filter?

Be careful when replacing the filters. When removing an old one, be sure the gasket comes out with the filter. I had one stuck in the housing.

Counter clockwise to open. 1/4 to 1/2 turn of wrench for final tighten

It is wrong to try to install the sediment filter in a horizontal position. There is no protrusion inside the filter housing for the filter to sit on. When you try to install the filter in a horizontal position, the filter slides from the center. First, place the filter chamber on a flat place and without lifting it, look from the top and place the filter in the chamber centered, then place the main body on top and slowly turn the chamber (without removing it from the ground). There is no such problem with the other two carbon filters, because they have snap-on slots. Especially a lot of activated carbon dust comes out of the filter in the middle. 3. Without installing the filter, turn the water on and let it drain until the color of the water becomes lighter. After installing the 3rd filter, run the water again, but be sure to remove the membrane connection. When completely clean water comes out, you can use the new membrane.

How frequently do we need to replace the post carbon filter?

What about sanitizing the system? Is this required,

Where's the video on fixing leaks? I had no problem changing filters, thanks to this video. However, a couple of the tubes are leaking like crazy where they go into the filters.

FYI, I received the alkaline filter with red label and flow direction in opposite. I almost made mistake by relying on just checking the label up.

I changed the filters and the pressure was okay for four days after which there was a total shutdown..no water coming out at all...what could be the issue with my Ro?

do you have a link on your website for filter change intervals

Where do I buy replacelement filters in Spain? Thanks

Thanks very useful but asking a question how often need to change the cartridges ? Thanks

How many times do we need to flush the water out before using it after instillation?

I can't get the filter housing off. No matter how hard I pull on that wrench it will not move

I bought a system from you, what happens if I touch the membrane with my hands when installing it, watching the video you say that it can be contaminated, how can I check if it has been contaminated?

صباح الخير . شكرا على المحتوى المفيد . سؤال. كيف يعمل الممبرين دون وجود مضخه كهربائيه فقد الاعتماد على ضغط ماء الصنبور يكفي لانتاج ماء مفلتر . وكم ضغط ماء الصنبور .. في بلادنا لا يمكن تركيب فلتر بدون مضخة اذا كان الفلتر يحتوي على ممبرين .. مع جزيل شكري لك وللمتابعين..

Are you supposed to flush the (new) first 3 filters before reconnecting to the RO filter?

For stage 4, tubing is stuck, I cannot pull out no matter how hard I try.

How is the filter ordering in the 8-STEP SYSTEM? I did a research and took notes on the rankings. Each source writes something different. Until the membrane, I think everyone agrees, but is it normal for the rankings to change so much after the membrane? Isn't there a standard for this? How should the ranking be? according to source 1 1st stage: Pre-Sediment filter (PP 5 micron) 2nd stage: GACKcarbon filter; 3rd stage: CTO block carbon filter; 4th stage: Membrane filter 5th stage: Final carbon 6th stage: extra mineral 7th stage: alkaline 8th stage: (Detoks) Far Infrared filters Source 2 1st stage: Pre-Sediment filter (PP 5 micron) 2nd stage:GACKcarbon filter; 3rd stage: CTO block carbon filter; 4th stage: Membrane filter 5th stage: Final carbon (Flavorant) 6th stage:(Detoks) Far Infrared filters 7th stage: extra mineral 8th stage: alkaline source 3 1st stage: Pre-Sediment filter (PP 5 micron) 2nd stage: GACKcarbon filter; 3rd stage: CTO block carbon filter; 4th stage: Membrane filter 5th stage: alkaline 6th stage: extra mineral 7th stage:(Detoks) Far Infrared filters 8th stage: Final carbon (Flavorant) source 4 1st stage: Pre-Sediment filter (PP 5 micron) 2nd stage: GACKcarbon filter; 3rd stage: CTO block carbon filter; 4th stage: Membrane filter 5th stage: alkaline 6th stage:(Detoks) Far Infrared filters 7th stage: extra mineral 8th stage: Final carbon (Flavorant) source 5 1st stage: Pre-Sediment filter (PP 5 micron) 2nd stage: GACKcarbon filter; 3rd stage: CTO block carbon filter; 4th stage: Membrane filter 5th stage: Final carbon (Flavorant) 6th stage: extra mineral 7th stage: alkaline 8th stage: (Detoks) Far Infrared filters Source 6 1st stage: Pre-Sediment filter (PP 5 micron) 2nd stage: GACKcarbon filter; 3rd stage: CTO block carbon filter; 4th stage: Membrane filter 5th stage: Final carbon (Flavorant) 6th stage: extra mineral 7th stage:(Detoks) Far Infrared filters 8th stage: alkaline Source 7 1st stage: Pre-Sediment filter (PP 5 micron) 2nd stage: GACKcarbon filter; 3rd stage: CTO block carbon filter; 4th stage: Membrane filter 5th stage: extra mineral 6th stage: alkaline 7th stage:(Detoks) Far Infrared filters 8th stage: Final carbon (Flavorant) Source 8 1st stage: Pre-Sediment filter (PP 5 micron) 2nd stage:GACKcarbon filter; 3rd stage: CTO block carbon filter; 4th stage: Membrane filter 5th stage: Final carbon (Flavorant) 6th stage: alkaline 7th stage: extra mineral 8th stage:(Detoks) Far Infrared filters

What about draining for a period of time before hooking up to faucet, to remove carbon from water line off the new filter

No flushing the carbon out?

What size is that wrench?!?

Everything works fine until the stage 5 filter. My tubes do not come out nor is there anything that CAN unscrew from the canister!

Can you recycle these filters?

Laying down is a free ticket to the splash zone. Do it vertically and you'll spill a lot less water

Shouldn’t this mention the pre filter flush?

When you say "flush the system" or "flush the carbon filters," do you mean run water through them as you replace them or to empty the entire system 2-3 times by letting the water out of the whole system? If you could shed some light on how to flush out the carbon dust when replacing the filters, it would be appreciated.

I put stage 3 filter in stage 2, vice versa. Should I be concerned?

Please watch the latest video. This video does not mention flushing of the pre-filters. Destroyed my RO membrane and alakaline filter.

For the life of me, I can not pull the tube out of the canister with the membrane, thus I can not screw the cap on!!!! What am I doing wrong?! 😡😭😭

Tubings removal is pain ive been struggling for hour now

Pretty excited to do this video?

There’s no leak on mine but the faucet is dripping.

Is there a gauge that informs me when to change filters?

He made a mistake on the flow direction of last stage red filter.

Watch the filter prewash video first.

Hi I’m getting trouble I changed all filters but water not coming maybe I did something wrong could you please I need your help can I call you on your free time so we can sort it out please thanks. Can leave your number so I can give you call thanks

Thinking of buying there RO system. It is alarming how many frustrated commenter there are though. Not a good sign for me.

You keep saying counter clockwise but it’s clockwise

I just purchased this brand new and the install book says to remove the bag from the membrane. I can bench press well over 300 pounds and cannot for the life of me remove this membrane from the housing. I just tried for 5 minutes straight and this guy's version is clearly rigged. I tried a pair of channel locks before finding this video, and after watching it, tried needle nose pliers as shown here.... both to no avail. At this point I can only hope that it doesn't actually have a bag and that in three years I can somehow get it out after its wet. If it doesn't function because of a bag that is on here, I'm going to be upset.

Sheesh. They don’t tell you before you buy these things that you basically have to be a licensed plumber to change the filters. This looks impossible to do myself, so I guess I’ll have to hire a plumber to do it every time. Not to mention that I don’t even have the wrenches he’s talking about (I guess the guy who installed the system threw them away?) What an expensive PITA.

This video fails to tell you to flush the system after replacing the 1st 3 filters and before replacing the rest... I learned the hard way and now ISpring will get more money from me because I need to do this all over again

You made it so complicated with your different stickers…. Different connections… could much more efficient much simpler

Use the updated video. iSpring should take this video down for integrity’s sake. I know it has 100x more views, sorry! 🤷‍♂️

With all the due respect the instructions skip so many important steps that its not even funny.. i have just wasted my whole evening with all this and there are more than a few “official” videos for the same system and filter replacement. And, the amazing thing is these videos show different steps. for god’s sake, can you please have someone show actual instructions with real installed system. Not too much to ask. Thank you.

This video really should be taken down and edited to include a CRITICAL step. I don’t understand why the company would leave this up knowing that.