Are these filters HEPA rated and if so, how many times can they be cleaned and reused?
1494313
I've had the same filter for years. I clean it with an old toothbrush and knocking it against something (outside). I didn't know I could wash it, till I came here to see about a new filter and saw all the comments about washing them.
1494314
I clean them after every use with a toothpick and by tapping them to loosen the dust (outside). They don't wash well. To me water just make the dust cake on the filter. The toothpick method is a little time-consuming but works for me. They will last 3 or 4 times of vacuuming the entire house.
1494315
Don't know how long they can be washed and reused. Just bought mine. But for the price if they last four times you're way ahead of the Eureka throw away filters.
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.
1494317
For me, removing the dust & dirt is most important so I don't think about it. Ours has been cleaned & reused so I like it.
922614
They last a very long time! I use this purifier in my office that is in a warehouse which is very dusty and has a lot of traffic. I run once or twice times a week and over weekends. I went to change the filter for first time after nearly a year and filter was still pretty clean.
507319
My HEPA filter just recently needed to be replaced after eight years of use. I bought it back in 2006. I don't use it everyday - mainly during pollen season (here it lasts 3 months a year, but doesn't always bother me), during forest fires when it is smokey and various other uses as needed.
1337846
ive had mine for around 6 mo n the hepa filter i may have replaced once but i have replaced the prefilter 2-3 times
1698068
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.
1403281
Depends on how dusty the conditions are.It's best to clean them after each use.Order washable filters from Amazon and be done with it.
2048342
Yes, the HEPA filter is completely washable -- but it would have to be replaced after several washings to insure maximum air flow. Before washing the filter, it should be VACUUMED thoroughly FROM THE DIRTY SIDE before WASHING FROM THE CLEAN SIDE. This method has allowed the HEPA filter to be fully functional after over a year of service. Good Luck !
66373
I change the black filters about every 3 months. The hepa filter about every year. But the hepa filter needs to be cleaned. I clean mine 3 times a year. use a soft brush and then by water. Do not use any soap, just water
124055
The filters are disposable but can last many months, depending on the environment in which they are used. Using a conventional vacuum and/or compressed air on the filters when emptying the bin will significantly lengthen their useful life.I've read elsewhere in discussions on Roomba filters that HEPA filters have a special coating that will be lost when washing them. The claim was that yes, you can wash the filters and they will continue to function just fine as regular filters - but they will no longer be HEPA quality.
2010073
The HEPA filter is washable. I soak it in a small container (or sink) with a squirt of dish washing liquid for 15-20 minutes, swishing occasionally then rinse well doing same method. It must be completely dry (overnight near fan or heat vent) before use. I own two HEPAs so one is always clean and dry. You should clean the HEPA filter about every 3-4 months depending on how frequently you vacuum and how dirty the jobs are.
1303989
I don't know if they can be used more than once, but I wouldn't recommend it. The whole purpose of the filter is to remove taste contaminants in your house water. I suspect that if you used them more than the recommended two months per filter, that it would reduce its effectiveness. Try it and do a taste test. Maybe the rest of us have been dupped into discarding a perfectly good filter !
1394990
The filters (2) are proprietary and only available from Trend. They are high quality foam type filters but I don't think they are hepa rated. I use the Airshield for woodturning and find it to be very effective for air filtration and face protection.
1259638
Yes, we use this carbon pre-filter. It protects the Hepa filter from having to be changed as often. These are high quality filters and we change them every couple of months. The Hepa we only change once a year. Of course, how often you have to change them depends on your personal environment.
370402
The filters are not washable in this unit. The HEPA filter should be replaced every 12 months and the Carbon filter should be replaced every 3 months per manufacturer recommendations.
2071964
I have vacuumed the black odor filter and reused it, however the white hepa filter captures dander and dust and holds everything in. Oreck says the white hepa filter lasts 6 months and the black odor filter is estimated at 3 months. Very hard to find the filters for this unit, had to go to eBay, seller was allvacuumbrands.com.
944960
hey sherry how are you I'm glad I can help you I have had this product for almost a year and it is so great for the value you will need to replace filters 1 is the HEPA filter that's a yearly replacement the carbon filter once every 3 months or depending on how much you use it but I have to say it's quiet and very effective at cleaning the air. I'm just confused on what the V means I'll have to read other posts but again for the value this was a very good one
940653
I've had this filter for a few years and I just vacuum it out with my Miele hepa vacuum. No problems so far.