Teledyne Water Pik Model No. IF-20A

[akoin]

Should I coat the new seal with petroleum jelly as recommended by original filter manufacturer, Teledyne Water Pik, Model No. IF-20A?
Is there a better/replacement lower housing wrench available for this unit? Is there a replacement for just the lower housing?

[waterfilters]

Don't use petroleum jelly, I'm surprised that a manufacturuer would reccommend that. Petroleum based lubricants will cause the rubber o-ring to deteriorate. Use a food grade silicone grease.

Here is a housing wrench that works for many different systems, because it is adjustable. AquaPure 68900-34 Adjustable Strap Wrench for Water Filter Housing Canisters and Sumps

There is no replacement for the housing.

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