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Cleaning a Brita pitcher: remove the filter and handwash the lid

Handwash Brita pitcher bodies, lids and reservoirs with mild detergent after removing the filter. Rinse well; avoid dishwashers and abrasive cleaners.

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Brita's official US support instructs owners to periodically handwash the pitcher, lid and reservoir with mild detergent while setting the filter aside. Reassemble the parts correctly, and consult the filter-specific setup instructions after replacement.

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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Check the pitcher model and its instructions. This guide follows Brita's US pitcher guidance; other systems may differ.
Wash your hands, remove the filter and set it aside on a clean surface. Do not wash the filter in detergent.
Handwash the pitcher body, removable reservoir and lid with mild dish soap and a soft sponge.
Do not use a dishwasher, steel wool or abrasive cleaners. If the lid contains an electronic indicator, check the model's moisture restrictions before washing.
Rinse thoroughly to remove soap and drain water from each part. Inspect the bottom and lid recesses for remaining residue.
Reinstall the reservoir with its vent oriented as instructed, align the lid and replace the filter. Follow model-specific flushing instructions for a new filter.

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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