Would like to know how often do you have to change the filter?.......that could get costly.
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I recently purchased this vac and have not changed the filter but I did vacuum it once with my canister vacuum and it looked as good as new. I do this with my hand vac filter as well and I have had the hand vac for 4 years. I hope to get the same kind of mileage with the Spiffy Maid filter.
1497553
I have had mine for around 6 mos and have never changed the filter - i empty it and occasionally rinse the filter and hang to dry. I have small dogs with hardwood floors and it works great for me
1497554
So long as you don't vacuum damp material that could permanently attach itself to the filter, you should be able to clean and re-use it for a time period comparable to any competitively priced product. After vacuuming drywall dust, I noticed a significant loss of vacuum performance. I removed the filter and cleaned it with compressed air. That solved the problem. I normally use the FB for dog hair and I've had no such performance problem, but I plan to clean the filter from time-to-time anyway. I prefer this unit over my heavier Hoover that has brushes and a BAG!!
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I have not changed the filter in my units yet. I have cleaned them, meaning I have knocked the dust off them. But I have not replaced them. There is a small somewhat fragile one in there that you want to be careful with as I guess there is no replacement. The other is larger, maybe paper although I don't remember for sure. This is the one I have knocked the dust off.
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From amazon I think I've read 1 year, from another website that sells the same filter I've read 1-2 I guess it depends how much you use it. Hope this helps!
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There is a permanent filter that can just be rinsed and an additional optional replaceable filter that can be used in front of the perma-filter. Not sure of the cost but replaceable filters need to be changed every 3-4 months....additional notes, this unit has a pretty loud fan if used on medium or high speed.
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I replace the filter about every 9-10 months. It runs 24/7 on fan speed -2 except for those weeks when the weather is nice and we open the house. I wash the foam pre- filter every month
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We recommend changing the filter every 6 to 8 months. However, the filter life will depend upon the environment in which it is used.
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That depends on how dirty the air is in the home. Some people change the filter every 6-8 months, other people can go 8-12 months. At our house it depends on things like how dusty the outside air happens to be. When conditions are dry and windy there is more dust in the air. When we have construction going on inside there is more dust. I have changed ours anywhere from 6-9 months depending on the conditions.
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I find that changing that filter every 12 to 18 mos. is plenty to keep the water clean and fresh. As others have said, the company says annually, but they are making money more often that way. The filter I bought here is exactly the same except it has a lower price. What is not to love about that? (put masking tape on your filter and put the date your new one should be installed right on the filter casing.)
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I replace mine once a month. You could probably go a bit longer if you don't have hard water and if you clean the humidifier once a week as recommended. I do a thorough clean only once a month and replace the filter at that time since it gets all gunky from both the dust it sucks in and the hard water build-up.
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I have gotten away with not changing it for about two months. BUT that required me to keep the unit dust - free and clean on the inside as well s the outside. It also depends on how often you' re using it. If you use it constantly. then you will have to plan on changing the filter every month for sure.
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I would clean and do a full water change once a week. The filters are easy to find on amazon for cheap too and should be changed out every 6 weeks or so. Other than full water change and just wiping down with a paper towel, it's a pretty low maintenance tank.
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We change the filter around every 4 months. I know when it is time to change the filter as the rate of flow of the water decreases as more material is filtered out of the water. I hope this helps you out. Good luck.
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We replace our filter every 4 months or so, but we have it on our primary faucet. I think you would be able to "taste" a difference in the water when it needs to be changed.Only you will be able to judge how often you need to change it by the taste. Hope that helps.
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As I use only distilled water, I usually change my filter approx. every 3 - 4 months. Hope this is helpful to you.
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The manufacturer suggests changing the filter every six months. I waited for a year. A light will come on to let you know the filters need to be changed. After you change them, you will need to reset the light.
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I have had mine for a little over a year with no wear and tear. I wouldn't be surprised if the filter lasts for another 2 years. I put it through its paces, using it every other day for a few mins and for extended periods while cleaning once a month.
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I've had mine for two years & haven't replaced the filter yet. So, I don't know. It depends on how much you use it I guess.
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once a year is more than enough.....the membrane filter needs to be replaced every 2 years. thank you, -j