Can I wash the hepa filter
190323
I agree - the paper would not survive washing. You could do the same trick that garages do to prolong life of car/cabin air filters and blow it out with compressed air. But they last for a year and don't cost that much so I'd just replace them. They can be easily replaced in less than 30 seconds.
190324
No, you will need to replace it with a new one. But depending on how heavy the use is, one can last at least a year.
190325
Nope. From the vacuum manual: "The filter CANNOT be washed as it will lose its dust trapping ability." It doesn't look like it would survive the washing.
190326
Mine is paper of paper cardboard, so I wouldn't think so. They are expensive aren't they. What I have done is taken mine out to the garage and blown it clean with my air compressor. Good luck.
190327
No, the white edging is just lightweight cardboard that would dissolve if you tried to wash the filter. The filter itself also seems to be made out of paper fibers. You can, though, take the filter out and knock it against a brick to get out some of the dust. If you use the vacuum every week for your whole house, the filter will last about a year before it is too dirty to be doing much good in filtering air.
190328
I don't think so as it is a paper filter and would probably tear or fall apart - but you could posssibly gently tap it on a flat surface to remove some of the build up - I do that from time to time with small engine filters and large wet dry vac filters
985489
I usually bang as much dust out of it as I can when I empty the bin. Then just vacuum the filter itself whenever it seems to be REALLY dirty. We've got 3 of the HEPA filters and just rotate them in and out.
1670533
Vacuum comes with one bag attached, as you can not close the vacuum without bag. I do not know about hepa filter being washable. It does not have bag full sensor.
26630
You can wash the filter, but it takes awhile to dry. I bought two HEPA filters for it, so there's a dry one to put in when I (occasionally) wash the other one.
235217
No. A new HEPA filter should be purchased when old one needs to be replaced.
124057
The Hepa filters are able to be rinsed out and dried. Just remember, not to submerge your dust bin into water as there are sensitive electronic sensors in there. Use a soft, dry cloth to clean that unit. last make sure filters are dry before reassembly.
1603408
You can't wash it but you can "dust bust" it or vaccuum it; eventually you will need a new one, but not each time it says "clean filter." The filters last a long time.
274210
It is supposed to be washable, at least used to. You can still find this on Newegg,"Easy MaintananceWinix air cleaners are simple and economical to maintain. For optimum performance, wash the HEPA filter evey 6 months and replace after 6 washes. Change the carbon filter every 3 months."In fact, I remember reading somewhere that the black 114190 includes washable prefilter, HEPA filter and carbon filter and can be washed unlimited times.
2169541
It is a filter cartage which the machine cleans it self. If you want to use an HEPA filter cartage, it goes in place of the standard cartage that comes with the machine. The two cartages are mounted inside the head. You will see it when you take the top off to remove the debris.
1244995
The air cleaner is equipped with a CLEAN FILTER indicator to let the user know when itis time to clean the HEPA filter, about every 2,800 hours of use. When the HEPA filteris ready to be cleaned, the LED CLEAN FILTER indicator will light up on the controlpanel.Once the HEPA filter has been cleaned, press and hold the CLEAN FILTER button toreset the Indicator until the LED indicator light flashes and turns off.
1079887
I'm sure the hepa filter would pull out airborne mold but not sure about mildew. If you mean a mildew smell, I don't think so. Perhaps a dehumidifier would be a better choice.
1494316
I did not see a HEPA rating anywhere on the package, but the fact that it can be rinsed clean over and over should make it a much more effective filter. It is quite sturdy and I believe it will last for many rinsings. It also dries quickly so you don't have to wait days to use it again, although if you have a large home and want to rinse it between floors or rooms buying two might be the ticket.
6034
Only the HEPA filter need to be replaced every year depending on the environment where you are. The other filters are permanent. Contact the New Shining Image for filter replacement.
1496379
No. Sorry, they say under normal conditions, you should replace the pre-filter every three months, and the HEPA filter annually.
1427567
It is not washable. I change when they get dirty, about 3-4 months. I put them in front of the HEPA filter so the HEPA lasts much longer. as they are much more expensive.
1232170
It's very simple. Press the grey button immediately below the handle to release the whole canister assembly then the dismantling of the canister to empty it and if necessary remove the washable HEPA filter is pretty much obvious. We usually clean the canister out every time we vacuum since it's so simple and we just don't like the idea of storing the dust and debris in the house.
1113137
We've never changed the filters. The hepa filter hasn't needed it yet and the foam one we just clean with soapy water and dry with a blow dryer and reuse. Sorry I couldn't be or more help.