My wife changed The super clean air filter on our gifted Miele Red Star. We have no manual. She left the paper around the spongy part? IS that right?
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We have the same Miele Red Star vacuum cleaner. Just slide the brown cardboard part into the slot and do not remove any paper.When the bag is full you simply remove the bag and pull the tab that is about 1.5 " by 3/4" . That will close off the hole to keep the dust inside. You can get a manual online. Google Miele Red Star manual. It takes a minute to download, but that way you could print a manual to keep. Good luck!
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There is nothing to remove. Make sure the opening is slid open as that is that part you pull to close when disposing. You should be good to go from there. I hope this helped!
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I'm not really understanding what that means though it seems you would not want to leave the paper on a filter. My suggestion would be to look on line for the manual- usually they are easily downloadable. Also, I would suggest replacing it in the same fashion as the old one you took out. If you are talking about the bag itself, leave it exactly as it is. You could also can a Miele dealer to ask the question. They are always quite helpful. You're bettr off being careful and not ruining the machine- they are wonderful and can last many years. Mine is currently going on 15!
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Oops! I thought you were talking about the bags! As for the filter, I am not aware of any paper part. If you go to their website you should find answers to this question I would think.
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I got instructions when I bought mine. I recommend getting the optional filters. They really keep the Fresh Air much cleaner, and better able to do th ejob.
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Sorry Arthur...I think you're right! I ordered a spare filter back in June and thought nothing of it. Then, I went to change my filter this morning and the one they sent me was wrong. My old filter has an opening on both ends and the new one does not. Plus, the part number is different. Maybe it's a new design but I'm not putting it in until I find out. Thanks for making me aware of this. I wouldn't put your's in either. Please let me know if you find something out from the company.
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Return it. I didn't have that problem. In fact, the air should be cleaner when its running because of the filter.
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Sorry, I don't know. I have not cleaned the filter yet, I didn't fell it needed it. If the instructions aren't clear I would call the company.
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What I did was vacuum the actual blue filter thoroughly as it really didn't look very dirty even though I got a "change filter" message. Then I washed the plastic grid piece it fits into thoroughly and let it dry. I reassembled it and still got a change filter message. However, I discovered there is a tiny "reset filter" hole near the top of the inside of the unit where you place the filter. I stuck a paperclip in the hole and pushed, and now it's behaving as if it has a brand new filter! I think maybe if this is done on a regular basis that you can get a lot more use out of this unit, even though the filters are "no longer available." What I did was vacuum the actual blue filter thoroughly as it really didn't look very dirty even though I got a "change filter" message. Then I washed the plastic grid piece it fits into thoroughly and let it dry. I reassembled it and still got a change filter message. However, I discovered there is a tiny "reset filter" hole near the top of the inside of the unit where you place the filter. I stuck a paperclip in the hole and pushed, and now it's behaving as if it has a brand new filter! I think maybe if this is done on a regular basis that you can get a lot more use... » Read More What I did was vacuum the actual blue filter thoroughly as it really didn't look very dirty even though I got a "change filter" message. Then I washed the plastic grid piece it fits into thoroughly and let it dry. I reassembled it and still got a change filter message. However, I discovered there is a tiny "reset filter" hole near the top of the inside of the unit where you place the filter. I stuck a paperclip in the hole and pushed, and now it's behaving as if it has a brand new filter! I think maybe if this is done on a regular basis that you can get a lot more use out of this unit, even though the filters are "no longer available." « Show Less
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The air filter is on the top. If you are getting a clean the filter error code and the filter looks clean then yo might have the same problem I and many other owners of this product have had.
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Miele recommends changing the HEPA filter once a year. If the dust compartment and exhaust filter are changed regularly and not allowed to clog up, you might extend the life of the HEPA filter. I always worry about mold or other organic growth on filters left unchanged for too long. I intend to follow the manufacturer's recommendation of once a year.
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Look on the rubber seal. It should have some sort of indication as to which end is up. If I'm not mistaken I was unable to close the air filter compartment when the sir filter was in upside down. I hope this helps
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We changed ours recently, but never really looked that close. The prefilter will be the dirtiest for sure, since air flows thru there first. The IQAir said it was time to change it so we did.
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Mine was the same as everyone else. Crumpled paper to pack it with. Didn't help a lot. I was lucky that it arrived without too many issues though. Mine arrived with the air filter crushed. I just got another one for $5 and fixed it my self. Everything else was ok.
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I've been changing the charcoal ones about three months(that's what they say to do),and that seems to be working out ok. You can take the cover off, and see how much stuff has accumulated on the filter, and I guess make your own determination. Have not changed the HEPA yet, I will probably go for the year, and see if it looks like it needs to be changed. It probably will. It's my feeling that most companies have spent lots of $$$$$ testing their products under varying conditions, and have set up the change intervals to optimize performance. 04/12/2014 Just changed the complete set of filters after about a year. The red HEPA light came on, and I ordered a complete set. I figure the cost is about a quarter a day. Not an issue for the increase in air quality. Hint: (1)Press and hold the reset button until it blinks, then it will go out.(2) Use a small hand vac with brush to clean the sensor area, it will pick up impurities quicker, hence, the fan speed increases quicker and doesn't have to run faster as long. After a year, we are completely satisfied with the EL500.
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Honestly it seems like every time you use it the filter gathers dust and you just wipe it off with your hand *Think lint brush here*. As soon as it's clean you're done. in terms of replacing it. Hmmm who knows...seems like it should hold up for quite a long time. If not you can replace it for like $5 on their website or make your own.
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I've tired to correct my answer several times but every time some of the words get changed.basically you take off old filter saving original hard basket and then working the new filter over original basket making sure the rubber seal is secure
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You are talking about the old filter right? If so, yeah, it seems to get stuck pretty good on there over time. If you can get a pair of pliers on the bottom part and twist counter clockwise, remember it's upside down. Once you get it started, it still is pretty difficult until you get it all the way off. Good luck. Thanks.
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Yes, it is the same model that I replaced mine with, just be sure it is seated properly and use a liberal amount of lube, similar to Vaseline. Put gloves on, lube the entire ring then put it in place. When tightening the ring clamp ring, tighten it to snug, then with a rubber mallet bang the steel ring all the way around , tighten it again, bang it again, tighten it, do it 3 or 4 times. That will properly seat and seal the filter properly. Good luck
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Not sure of the correct answer to your question but I wash the one that I can and the other one i clean it by high-pressure air I replaced it because the one that I keep blowing out with air was to the point where it could not be cleaned any further so I replaced all four filters and hopes to keep my vacuum in better shape I have had the vacuum cleaner for over three years and this is the first time I replace the filters