WHY REPLACING YOUR INSTANT HOT WATER TAP FILTER MATTERS

An instant hot water tap is one of the most-used fixtures in a modern kitchen. Every cup of tea, coffee or hot drink passes through its filter first which is why keeping that filter fresh matters.

If you have an IKON Ravenna, Saturnia or Siena instant hot water tap, here's what the filter does and why it pays to replace it on schedule.

What the filter does

The IKON replacement filter is a micro filter that treats your drinking water before it reaches your cup. It's designed to:

•         Remove scale and magnesium

•         Remove lead

•         Remove protozoan cysts

•         Remove organic compounds

•         Reduce sediment down to 1 micron

Why replacement matters

Every filter has a working life. We recommend replacing your IKON filter every 6–12 months.

The range is wide because every household uses its tap differently. Two things mean your filter will need replacing sooner:

•   High use the more water you draw through the tap, the faster the filter fills up.

•   Poor water quality water with more scale and sediment loads the filter faster.

If your tap gets heavy daily use, or your water quality is poor, aim for the 6-month end of the range.

Protecting your tap's cylinder

The filter doesn't just improve your drinking water it protects the tap itself. That's why it filters both hot and cold water.

Without a working filter, the deposits in your water pass straight through to the cylinder. Over time they can:

•         Cause significant damage to the heating element

•         Reduce the element's heating function, so the cylinder must work harder to achieve the same results

That extra strain builds up over time and can eventually cause the unit to break down. A fresh filter keeps those deposits out.

Keep your warranty valid

Regular filter changes also protect your warranty. If you don't replace your filter at least once a year, your tap isn't covered under warranty.

If you have an IKON product, make sure you register your warranty on the IKON website. https://www.ikon.nz/product-registration

The benefits of a fresh filter

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Cleaner drinking water scale, magnesium, lead, protozoan cysts and organic compounds are removed from your water.

•         Fine sediment filtration is reduced to 1 micron.

•         Protect your tap deposits are stopped before they reach the cylinder, so the element isn't damaged or overworked.

•         Consistent performance a genuine IKON filter keeps your tap working as intended, with a max flow of 3.8 litres per minute.

•         Keeps your warranty valid, replacing the filter at least once a year keeps your tap covered.

•         Easy to change the micro filter is designed for simple replacement, so staying on schedule is straightforward.

Why choose a genuine IKON filter

Genuine IKON replacement parts are made to fit and perform with IKON kitchen products. The replacement filter body is made specifically for the Ravenna, Saturnia and Siena instant hot water tap models so you can replace it with confidence.

Filter specifications

Specification	Detail
Compatible models	Ravenna, Saturnia, Siena
Lifespan	Replace every 6–12 months (at least once a year)
Filtration	Reduces sediment to 1 micron
Max flow	3.8 L/min
Max pressure	2.5 MPa
Dimensions	275mm (H) x 60mm (D)

Time for a new filter?

If it's been 6–12 months since your last change or you can't remember when you last changed it now's the time. And if you haven't yet, register your IKON product's warranty on our website. Shop genuine IKON replacement filters and parts to keep your kitchen products performing at their best.

Shop replacement filters https://www.ikon.nz/product-page/replacement-filter-hot-water-taps

FAQ

How often should I replace my instant hot water tap filter? We recommend replacing it every 6–12 months, and at least once a year.

Why is the replacement range 6–12 months? It depends on how you use your tap. High use and poor water quality both mean the filter will need replacing sooner.

Does replacing the filter affect my warranty? Yes. If you don't replace your filter at least once a year, your tap isn't covered under warranty.

Why does the filter treat both hot and cold water? It stops deposits in your water reaching the cylinder. Those deposits can damage the element and reduce its heating function, making the cylinder work harder and putting it under stress over time.

Which IKON taps is this filter compatible with? The replacement filter is compatible with the Ravenna, Saturnia and Siena instant hot water tap models.

What does the filter remove from my water? It removes scale, magnesium, lead, protozoan cysts and organic compounds from your drinking water.

How fine is the filtration? The filter reduces sediment down to 1 micron.

Is the filter difficult to change? No it's an easy-to-change micro filter, designed as a simple replacement.

What size is the filter? The filter measures 275mm high by 60mm in diameter.

What are the flow and pressure ratings? The filter has a max flow of 3.8 litres per minute and a max pressure of 2.5 MPa.

Why should I choose a genuine IKON filter? Genuine IKON replacement parts are made to keep IKON kitchen products performing at their best, and this filter body is made specifically for IKON instant hot water taps.

How do I register my warranty? If you have an IKON product, register your warranty on the IKON website. https://www.ikon.nz/product-registration

Where can I buy a replacement filter? Genuine IKON replacement filters are available from IKON. https://www.ikon.nz/product-page/replacement-filter-hot-water-taps