Brita 60258360363 Space Saver BPA Free Water Pitcher
Introduction
Getting Started with your Standard Filter
This user guide is for the standard Brita® filter (model #OB03). For Brita® LONGLAST™ (model #OB06) user instructions, visit www.brita.com (U.S.A.) or www.brita.ca (Canada), or refer to instructions provided in Brita® LONGLAST™ Filter replacement packs.
- Wash your hands with soap and water, then remove filter from filter bag.
- Hand-wash pitcher/dispenser, lid and reservoir periodically with a mild detergent.
- Do not wash in dishwasher. Do not use abrasive cleaners. Rinse well.
- Flush filter with cold, running tap water for 15 seconds.
- Insert filter into reservoir by lining up groove in filter with fin in reservoir.
- Press firmly to ensure a tight seal. Fill the reservoir with cold tap water.*
- Discard your first three pitchers of filtered water (or first dispenser), or use this\ water for plants.
- It is normal for carbon dust to appear in your first fillings.
- Be sure to activate the electronic indicator (if applicable). Please refer to either the
- Filter Change Indicator (Dual Mode) or Filter Change Indicator (Single Mode) instructions depending on what your indicator looks like.
- For best results when filling pitcher/dispenser reservoir, pour tap water on the side of the reservoir rather than directly on top of the filter.
- Allow water to filter completely before pouring or refilling reservoir.
- To register your system and to find more information on product usage, filter and product recycling, and new products from Brita, visit www.brita.com (U.S.A.) or www.brita.ca (Canada).
- Hot water should not be used with the Brita® Pitcher Filter (Max. 85°F/29°C – Min. 32°F/0°C).
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TRY BRITA® LONGLAST™ FILTERS
- Reduces Lead, Cadmium, Asbestos and Chlorine Taste & Odor†
- Lasts 3× Ionger than other fiIters‡
- Certified by WQA in all Brita® pitchers (except Stream and Infinity).
- Substances reduced may not be in all users’ water.
Filter Change Indicator (Dual Mode)
- To reset the indicator, press the STATUS button and hold it down.
- If using the standard Brita® filter (white), hold down the
- STATUS button for 2 seconds and then release.
- All lights will blink simultaneously twice, and then the green light next to STANDARD FILTER will blink three times by itself.
- This indicates that the standard filter mode (40 gallons) has been selected.
- If using the Brita® LONGLAST™ filter (blue in color), hold down the STATUS button for 6 seconds. Do ot release until the green light next to LONGLAST™ FILTER has blinked green three times by itself.
- This indicates that the LONGLAST™ filter mode (120 gallons) has been selected.
- If you accidentally select the incorrect mode, repeat the step
- 1 instructions above until you successfully select the mode that correlates with the filter being used.
- FILLING FOR PITCHERS WITH A “MAX FILL” LINE: Open the
- Fill Lid completely. Always fill the reservoir with water all the way to the provided “Max Fill” line. Close the Fill Lid.
- The indicator light will blink after each time you fill the reservoir and close the
- Fill Lid. A blinking green light indicates that the filter is good.*
- FILLING FOR LAKE PITCHER: Place center Fill Lid under faucet and fill the reservoir until the Fill Lid closes.
- Allow water to filter completely before pouring. The light will blink after water is poured from the pitcher. A blinking green light indicates that the filter is good.
- Check filter life status at any time by pressing Status button for 1 second and releasing.
- The light corresponding to current filter status will blink for 1 second.
- When 0% of the filter life remains, the red light next to REPLACE will blink, indicating the filter should be replaced.
- Replace the filter and reset the indicator (see step 1).
Filter Change Indicator (Single Mode)
- Reset your filter change indicator each time you replace your filter. Filter replacement is essential
- To reset (or activate) the indicator, press the STATUS button and hold it down for 8 seconds. Red, yellow and green lights will blink simultaneously.
- Release the STATUS button when only the green light blinks.
- Open the Fill Lid completely and fill the reservoir with water.
- Close the Fill Lid. If pitcher lid is removed to fill the reservoir, place on a flat surface while filling.
- Check filter life status at any time by pressing STATUS button for 1 second.
- The light will also blink after water is poured from the pitcher. After water is poured, one of the lights will blink.
- A blinking green light indicates that the filter is good.
- When 25% of filter life remains (480 pours completed),* the yellow light will blink, indicating the filter should be changed SOON.
- The light will continue to blink yellow through 1% of filter life remaining.
- When 0% of filter life remains (640 pours completed),* the red light will blink, indicating the filter should be replaced.
- Replace the filter and reset the indicator (see step 1).
Remember 
- For maximum efficiency, filter no more than 2 gallons (7.5 liters) daily.
- We recommend that you store your Brita® system in the refrigerator to get cold, great-tasting water.
- If you would like to keep your Brita® system outside of the refrigerator, we recommend that you keep it in a cool area that is not in direct sunlight and replace any filtered water that has been left sitting for several days or more. This will help make sure you get refreshing, great-tasting Brita® water.
- It is important that the bottom of the filter be in contact with the filtered water to prevent the filter from drying out. If the filter dries out, resoak for 15 minutes.
- Visit www.brita.com (U.S.A.) or www.brita.ca (Canada) to find out where you can purchase replacement filters.
Brita® Water Filtration Pitchers/Dispensers
- Classic – Model # OB01/OB03
- Mist – Model # OB01/OB03
- Metro – Model # OB11/OB03
- Slim – Model # OB11/OB03
- SoHo – Model # OB11/OB03
- Space Saver – Model # OB21/OB03
- UltraMax – Model # OB24/OB03
- Amalfi – Model # OB32/OB03
- Atlantis – Model # OB32/OB03
- Grand – Model # OB36/OB03
- Pacifica – Model # OB41/OB03
- Capri – Model # OB43/OB03
- Vintage – Model # OB43/OB03
- Mini Plus – Model # OB44/OB03
- Everyday – Model # OB46/OB03
- Marina – Model # OB47/OB03
- Oceania – Model # OB48/OB03
- Monterey – Model # OB50/OB03
- Stainless Steel – Model # OB51/OB03
- Wave – Model # OB53/OB03
- Lake – Model # OB58/OB03
You’ll be pleased to know that we offer a 30-day unconditional money-back guarantee! Thank you again for your trust in Brita Still have questions? Or to locate retailers: Visit www.brita.com or call U.S.A. 1-800-24-BRITA, CANADA 1-800-387-6940.
- Brita LP
- 1221 Broadway
- Oakland, CA 94612
- Brita Canada Corporation
- 150 Biscayne Crescent
- Brampton (Ontario) L6W 4V3
PERFORMANCE DATA SHEET FOR BRITA® SYSTEM WITH STANDARD FILTER (MODEL #OB03)
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SUBSTANCE |
REDUCTION | U.S. EPA Level*/ NSF Maximum Permissible Product Water Concentration |
Health Canada Guideline |
TESTING PARAMETERS | |||||||
| Influent Challenge Concentration |
Filter Effluent |
Percent Reduction |
Alkalinity (ppm CaCO3) |
Temp. (°C) |
pH |
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| Actual | NSF Target | Average | Maximum | Average | Minimum | ||||||
| NSF/ANSI Standard 53 – Health Effects | |||||||||||
| Copper | 2.9 ppm | 3.0±0.3 ppm | 0.17 ppm | 0.25 ppm | 94% | 91% | 1.3 ppma | ≤1.0 ppmb | 12 | 21 | 6.5 |
| Copper | 3.0 ppm | 3.0±0.3 ppm | 0.40 ppm | 0.57 ppm | 86% | 80% | 1.3 ppma | ≤1.0 ppmb | 160 | 18 | 8.5 |
| Mercury | 5.8 ppb | 6±0.6 ppb | 0.2 ppb | 0.2 ppb | 96% | 96% | 2 ppb | 1 ppbc | 7 | 21 | 6.4 |
| Mercury | 5.8 ppb | 6±0.6 ppb | 0.2 ppb | 0.4 ppb | 96% | 93% | 2 ppb | 1 ppbc | 110 | 21 | 8.5 |
| Cadmium | 31 ppb | 30±3 ppb | 2.0 ppb | 3.3 ppb | 93% | 89% | 5 ppb | 5 ppbc | 12 | 21 | 6.5 |
| Cadmium | 29 ppb | 30±3 ppb | 0.9 ppb | 2.4 ppb | 96% | 91% | 5 ppb | 5 ppbc | 120 | 20 | 8.6 |
| NSF/ANSI Standard 42 – Aesthetic Effects | |||||||||||
| Chlorine | 2.1 ppm | 2±0.2 ppm | 0.08 ppm | 0.16 ppm | 95% | 92% | N. A./50%d | N. A. | N. A. | 21 | 7.4 |
| Zinc | 9.7 ppm | 10±1 ppm | 3.4 ppm | 4.2 ppm | 64% | 56% | N. A./5 ppm | ≤5.0 ppmb | 36 | 21 | 7.9 |
| These systems have been tested according to NSF/ANSI 42 and 53 for reduction of the substances listed. The concentration of each of the indicated substances in water entering the systems was reduced to a concentration less than or equal to the permissible limit for water leaving the systems, as specified in NSF/ANSI 42 and 53.
* The U.S. EPA Levels are Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs) and are the same as the NSF Maximum Permissible Product Water Concentrations listed in NSF/ANSI Standards 42 and 53 unless noted otherwise. a U.S. EPA Action Level by treatment technique. d NSF minimum percent reduction requirement. b Health Canada Aesthetic Objective (AO). N.A. = Not applicable. c Health Canada Maximum Acceptable Concentration (MAC). |
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IMPORTANT NOTICE: Read this Performance Data Sheet and compare the capabilities of this unit with your actual water treatment needs. It is recommended that, before purchasing a water treatment unit, you have your water supply tested to determine your actual water treatment needs.
Limited Warranty
Brita warrants to the consumer that FOR THE PERIOD OF NINETY (90) DAYS from the date of purchase, the BRITA WATER FILTRATION PITCHER/DISPENSER, when used strictly in accordance with instructions, has the effects on municipally treated, potable tap water described in the enclosed literature. During this 90-day period, if you discover that any parts of the pitcher or dispenser are damaged or broken, whether due to manufacturing, shipping or accidents while in use, we will replace the parts free of charge by calling 1-800-24-BRITA (U.S.) or 1-800-387-6940 (Canada). To the extent permitted by local law, this warranty is in lieu of any other warranty, express or implied, including any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness, and precludes any other obligation on the part of the manufacturer, distributor or dealer, including any liability for special, incidental or consequential damages. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. In U.S.: Brita LP, 1221 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94612-1888, 1-800-24-BRITA. In Canada: Brita Canada Corporation, 150 Biscayne Crescent, Brampton (Ontario) L6W 4V3, 1-800-387-6940. FOR PURCHASES MADE IN IOWA: This form must be signed and dated by the buyer and seller prior to the consummation of this sale. This form should be retained on file by the seller for a minimum of 2 years.
FAQS
Is boiling water better than Brita?
A 2020 study found that carbon filters — which many Brita filters use — effectively reduced lead contamination in water to safe levels.
Should Brita be kept in fridge?
Store your Brita® pitcher in a cool, dim place. Don’t keep your Brita in bright sunlight, as it can cause algae to grow
How long should you keep a Brita pitcher?
Activate the electronic filter change indicator on your Brita pitcher, or use this timeline as a general guide
Is boiling water better than Brita?
There’s a lot of confusion about how you should make sure the water you drink is safe and healthy, but the overwhelming conclusion is that filtered water is a better solution than boiling it.
Is drinking water from a Brita good for you?
A 2020 study found that carbon filters — which many Brita filters use — effectively reduced lead contamination in water to safe levels.
Should Brita be kept in fridge?
Store your Brita® pitcher in a cool, dim place. Don’t keep your Brita in bright sunlight, as it can cause algae to grow
How long should you keep a Brita pitcher?
Activate the electronic filter change indicator on your Brita pitcher, or use this timeline as a general guide
Should I wash my Brita pitcher?
Rinse out the inside with warm water, then use mild dish soap and a sponge or a cloth to wipe it out
Does bacteria grow in Brita filters?
Tap Water, Brita water filters do not actually kill the microorganisms that may be found in your in-home water supply.
Can I put cucumbers in my Brita?
Simply slice a cucumber into a pretty pitcher and add filtered water. Then, let the fresh flavor infuse for 1–2 hours before serving
How do I know when my Brita filter needs replacing?
A green blinking light indicates that the filter is good. A yellow light indicates the filter should be replaced soon, while a red light blinking indicates the filter should be replaced.
Is it okay to drink carbon dust from Brita filter?
Is Carbon Dust Safe to Drink? Although the black dust floating in your water might look unappealing, it’s not considered harmful.
Does Brita filter remove mold?
Brita Filters Don’t Eliminate Bacteria, Fungus, Or Viruses
How do you keep a Brita pitcher clean?
Wash the pieces: Scrub the lid and reservoir with dish soap and warm water. Attack the mildew
Is there anything better than a Brita?
Brita’s competitor, the Longlast+, is certified for more contaminants (30) and is also rated to last three times longer
