WATER TREATMENT DEVICE WITH FILL-COUNTING CARTRIDGE

摘要

A filter cartridge end-of-life mechanism and a filter cartridge assembly for a water treatment device. The end-of-life mechanism comprises a float which is moved along an escapement path each time the devi ce is filled. A counting mechanism connected to the float provides a continuous visual indication of the amount of useful life remaini ng in the filter cartridge. The cartridge assembly includes a tray detachably connected to a filter cartridge. The tray is positioned beneath t he outlet end of the cartridge to remove water treatment particles from the treated water.