That little black gasket? It’s the unsung hero. If it’s loose or crusty, water leaks everywhere. Give it a final once-over with your fingers. If it feels slimy, scrub it with a drop of soap and rinse it again.
Now, reassemble the pitcher. Pop the gasket back in its groove. Snap the top reservoir onto the bottom. Insert your clean filter—don’t forget to run a little water through it first to activate it (check the instructions). You’re basically a water mechanic now.
How To Clean A Zero Water Pitcher at Andre Thompson blog