Product features and benefits - Designed for use with Mr. Coffee Easy Measure 12-cup Programmable Coffee Maker and Mr. Coffee Dishwashable 12-cup Coffee Maker (models sold separately). Fits the cartridge holder and reservoir slot in these 12-cup machines. - Improves water quality for better-tasting coffee by reducing common water impurities that affect flavor. - Two-step filtration combines activated carbon and ion exchange resin to target chlorine and calcium for measurable performance. How it works - Step 1: Activated carbon reduces up to 97% of chlorine, improving water taste and aroma. - Step 2: Ion exchange resin reduces calcium, helping to minimize mineral buildup in the water used for brewing. Installation and use - Open the filter holder hatch, insert the cartridge, then close the hatch. - Place the loaded holder into the designated slot at the back of the coffee maker’s water reservoir. - Remove the holder and cartridge when cleaning your coffee maker. Replacement and reminders - Replace cartridges once a month or after every 30 tank refills, whichever comes first. - Use the month dial on the water filter holder to set the current month as a replacement reminder. Materials and performance - Filtration media: activated carbon and ion exchange resin. - Performance highlights: reduces up to 97% of chlorine and reduces calcium from water used in brewing. - Compact design: made to fit the cartridge holder and reservoir slot of the compatible Mr. Coffee 12-cup models. Practical use scenarios - Daily home brewing: Maintain consistent coffee flavor when you make several 12-cup pots each week. - Small office or break room: Keep large-volume coffee tasting fresher and reduce mineral deposits in shared machines. - Entertaining guests: Ensure better-tasting coffee for visitors when brewing multiple pots in a short period. Why this cartridge matters - Simple, tool-free installation and a clear replacement schedule make maintenance easy. - Targeted filtration addresses the two most common issues that affect brewed coffee taste and machine cleanliness: chlorine taste and calcium minerals.