Inline exterior water filter for RVs, boats, campers, and outdoor freshwater hookups, using carbon filtration with KDF media to help reduce bad taste, odor, chlorine, and sediment before water enters the RV or freshwater system.
The Camco 40013 TastePURE inline water filter is designed to improve the quality of water entering an RV, boat, camper, or outdoor freshwater setup. It connects in-line between the water source and the drinking water hose, helping reduce common campground water issues such as bad taste, odor, chlorine, and sediment.
The filter uses high-flow carbon filtration with KDF media and includes a flexible hose protector to help reduce strain at the connection point. Its exterior in-line design makes it easy to install at the spigot, water filter inlet, or RV freshwater hose connection without requiring a permanent filter housing.
Helps improve taste and reduce sediment before water enters the RV
Uses carbon filtration with KDF media for RV and marine water use
Connects directly to standard hose-style freshwater connections
Flexible hose protector helps reduce kinking and connection strain
This filter is designed for potable freshwater filtration only. Do not use it with sewer rinse hoses, black tank flush systems, gray water, wastewater, fuel, chemicals, or non-potable water sources. For best results, flush the filter before first use and whenever it has been stored. Always follow the filter flow-direction markings and replace the filter as needed based on water quality, usage, and manufacturer guidance.
Before Starting: Confirm the filter will be used only with potable freshwater. Inspect hose washers, fittings, the hose protector, and water source before connecting. Basic Use Steps: 1. Check Flow Direction: Locate the flow-direction arrow on the filter body before installation. 2. Flush the Filter: Run clean water through the filter before first use until loose carbon fines or discoloration clears. 3. Attach Hose Protector: Install the flexible hose protector to help reduce strain and kinking at the filter connection. 4. Connect to Water Source: Attach the filter to the campground spigot, freshwater hose, or approved hose-thread connection. 5. Connect to RV or Hose: Attach the outlet side to the RV drinking water hose, city water inlet, tank fill hose, or other approved freshwater connection. 6. Turn Water On Slowly: Pressurize the system gradually and check both ends for leaks. 7. Use a Pressure Regulator if Needed: For RV city water hookups, use a compatible RV water pressure regulator when required by your RV plumbing system. 8. Drain for Storage: Disconnect, drain, and store the filter and hose protector in a clean location when not in use.
Package Contents: • 1 Camco 40013 TastePURE inline KDF/carbon water filter • 1 flexible hose protector NOT Included — May Also Need: • RV drinking water hose • RV water pressure regulator • Hose washers or replacement seals • Hose elbow / 90-degree city water connector • Quick-connect fittings • Filter stand or support bracket • Separate non-potable hose for black tank flush or sewer rinse use This listing is for the inline water filter and hose protector only unless otherwise stated. Confirm any hose, regulator, elbow, washer, or adapter needs before ordering.
To confirm this filter is right for your setup, consider the following: • Whether your RV, boat, or camper uses standard hose-thread freshwater connections • Whether the filter will be installed at the spigot, before the hose, or near the RV inlet • Whether your setup also needs a water pressure regulator • Whether you need a 90-degree hose elbow to reduce strain at the RV city water inlet • Local water quality and how often the filter may need replacement • Whether the hose and filter are used only for potable freshwater Why this matters: Inline filters improve incoming water quality, but they do not replace pressure regulation, tank sanitation, winterization procedures, or a full water treatment system.
Match this filter by connection style, freshwater-only use, installation location, flow direction, and accessory needs. Keep potable water filters and hoses separate from sewer rinse equipment.
If water quality or flow issues continue, check filter age, flow direction, hose washers, pressure regulator, RV inlet screen, freshwater tank condition, and campground water quality before replacing additional components.
Use this filter only for potable freshwater applications. Do not use with sewer rinse hoses, black tank flush systems, gray water, fuel, oil, chemicals, wastewater, or unknown non-potable water sources. This filter improves taste, odor, chlorine, and sediment reduction but does not make unsafe or contaminated water safe to drink. Always use a known safe water source and follow filter replacement guidance.