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Tryed to renew water filter but cannot remove clear plastic cover,

scared of breaking it any help would be gratefull.

ps. can i leave water filter out when i eventualy get it of, loads of green slime in tank,

we use a water container for fresh water for boiling kettle for cups of tea.

only use water from tap for washing ect,

HELP MUCH APRESIATED

We had the same problem a few years ago, try warming it up with a hair dryer, it work for us.

Stu

Vaseline is Petroleum jelly and rubber 'O' rings absorb it, this causes the rubber to swell and that's often why the filter is near impossible to remove.

Cooking oil was recommended by Carver, Thetford however say it damages their rubber seals and to save confusion have said don't use any type of cooking oil. However Olive oil is still ok.

Having said all that I always recommend Silicone grease which is the best stuff you can use, fully waterproof tasteless and perfectly safe for hot or cold water systems.

To remove a jammed filter, try using pliers the wrong way round and a little heat will do no harm