Why does the water from my ZeroWater filter taste like lemon?
If filtered water starts to taste slightly sour, this is a sign that your water filter needs to be replaced soon.
ZeroWater filters reduce the TDS value, the total amount of dissolved salts in the water, by 99.6%. This includes lead, chromium, and other heavy metals.
Once a filter has reached the end of its life, you can taste these organic and inorganic contaminants.
The most common reason why water from your ZeroWater filter tastes slightly lemony is that too much TDS has accumulated in the filter. Thanks to the 5-stage ion filter system, you always have pure-tasting water in your home – unfortunately, even ZeroWater filters have a limited lifespan. That's why ZeroWater filter systems always come with a TDS meter, which allows you to check the quality of your water – before the taste changes!
The lifespan of your ZeroWater water filter depends equally on your water consumption and the amount of TDS in your tap water. How many liters of water your household can filter with a ZeroWater filter therefore also depends on how your city treats its drinking water.
In rare cases, the decomposition of other components of the filter or jug can cause a change in taste. You can investigate this yourself, for example, by disassembling and inspecting the individual components or checking the TDS meter. ZeroWater filters with manufacturing defects will be replaced free of charge within 30 days.
What should I do if my water tastes like lemon?
When life gives you lemons, you should make lemonade. In the case of ZeroWater water filters, you can perform the following tests as soon as your water starts to taste like lemons:
- Rinse the filter
- Inspect the jug and filter components and check that they are working properly
- Use the TDS meter to check the TDS values of the filtered water
- Check the temperature of the water (use cold water)
How do I replace my ZeroWater filter?
Once you have determined that your water filter needs to be replaced, you can easily order a replacement. ZeroWater offers a wide range of replacement filters in various packages, so you are guaranteed to find the best filter for your water consumption and the composition of your tap water.
Our experts at ZeroWater have also initiated a sustainable water filter recycling program to help customers reduce their carbon footprint. All viable filter materials are reused or recycled.
ZeroWater – jugs and filters for pure-tasting water
If you want a continuous supply of fresh, pure-tasting water, ZeroWater has the best selection of water filters for your home.
With the 5-stage filtration system, every glass of water is more refreshing than the last—until your reliable filter has captured too much TDS and the taste changes. Then it's time for a new filter and the next pure glass of water.