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    Mar 23, 2007, 07:14 PM
    Water Filter cartridge change
    I have an American Plumbing Whole House Filter modelW10-PR. I have routinely changed the cartridge every 3 months for 4 years now. Yesterday I went down to do so and find that I cannot open the filter. Matter of fact I broke the wrench in attempting to do so. The water is off, the pressure has been relieved but I cannot manage to turn the filter housing to replace the cartridge.

    Are there any "tricks of the trade" that may help me here?

    Thanks for any assistance!
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    Mar 23, 2007, 07:41 PM
    Mine always yields to my 16'' Channellocks. My well water has some nasty hydrocarbons that swell the gasket sometimes locking it on. I use activated charcoal filter elements that do a good job taking the hydrocarbons out. I also have steel brackets holding the head in place.

    I wouldn't mind seeing a better idea. Always looking for a better way.

    Mine is a Dew Clear brand.
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    Mar 27, 2007, 05:56 PM
    Thanks Labman. I didn't have the channel locks, but a 10" C clamp worked just as well. I just needed that extra leverage that a plastic wrench wasn't giving me.
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