How often do you clean the filer?
208080
I sent this filter back because a clip broke the first month of using it but to answer you question, I clean mine about every four months or if the water flow has slowed down considerably. I am now using all fluval
208081
I actually had to upgrade to a bigger filter.....but, I like to clean it every 4 to 6 weeks. This usually depends on what you have in the tank, and size of the tank. I have a turtle, so I have to stay on it and keep it clean.
208082
I have the next size up canister, the 2215, and clean it once a month by rinsing the media in newly removed tank water and replacing the finishing pad when needed. I have a light fish load, so your fish load may also come in to play as far as cleaning frequency.
208083
I clean mine every 2-3 months, but I've only replaced the media once in the 14 months I've had it. Probably some people will say that's not enough, but my tank is still happy and healthy with no nitrogen issues.
208084
i have "Googled" this question and have also seen guidance on it from You Tube videos. The answer seems to be situation-dependent. The higher the biological load (number and size of fish, their personal hygiene practices, decaying plants, detritus present), the more frequent the cleaning should be. I have seen suggestions that range from one month to six months. I have yet to clean mine in two months, but my fish count and size is small. I'll probably do it in the coming week.
1995655
I try to use one after I have shredded about a reem's worth of paper. Your shredder directions may have a guide to tell you how often to clean it. I don't know of any standard recommended frequency.
474512
No problem - you can remove it as often as you like. You just want to keep it as clean as possible; removing it will expose the back of the filter to dust.
750141
Every couple of months. I keep the container from over flowing so it lasts longer. If it gets covered in debris I change it sooner. The ionizer helps
2279323
It recommends every 3 months but I vacuum mine out once a week. I have 3 cats. so I can usually get away with every 4-5 months before having to change it. It runs 24/7.
211957
I don't do anything special, just a good rinse after each use and then in the dishwasher about once a week or so, I have not had issues with the filter clogging.
1957815
I clean mine every Sunday, even with one fish. My fish stay alive for years that way.
206106
Personally I shoot for about 6 minutes -but- I break it up- I go about 2 min at a time and let it soak several minutes in between. I feel this really is effective. I usually give it 2 rinses- but agitate it for maybe 1 min each time. This really is a great little gadget.
922616
and usage...if you run it 24/7. I would change every three or four months. Some folks just vacuum the filters. I'm goona try it.)
2139347
It is very easy to lift out the filter and its housing and rinse and replace. The grinder however does not need to be cleaned each time. Perhaps once a month or a bit more, depending on how heavy your usage.
1483003
First of all the cleaner the filter, the faster it filters. When it is new, it will filter the full amount in about 6 hours. After the filter gets some use, it will take a bit longer. I take mine out and wash them every 3-4 months and change them once a year.
904834
We make several batches per day and clean it maybe once a week. You will be fine with an end-of-day cleaning.
1821799
We easily get 3 months from each filter. If you use A/C 24/7 I'd say every 2 months.
2195240
Printed on the edge of the filter: "Change every 6 to 12 months - more often if the filter appears dirty." My HVAC person recommended every 6 months.
386460
Cleaning takes about 5 min. I usually do this in the evening and let the filter sit overnight to dry. I will oil it the next morning/day. The oiling only takes a minute or two.
2069576
Around 3 months ... depending on the level of dirt. When I first got Neato, I had to change filters about every week or so, but now that it's keeping carpets much cleaner for me, it's about every 3 months.
645806
I have only had mine 6 months, but after reading a lot online the recommended is once a year. Also if the water slows going through filter scrubbing with a soft scouring pad will help, but so far I haven't had to do that.