Is there a way to tell if you should replace the filter after 6 months, or if it's still good for another few months?
1559816
The only guideline I can recommend is watch the flow rate. When it slows down, replace the filter.
1559817
I think that you will know EXACTLY when the filter needs changing! Your skin will feel itchy and dry. It will be a very definite change in your skin!! If you put in a new filter and your skin feels the same way, then take out the new filter and put the old one back in. It saves money if you test this way.
1559818
If your eyes are sensitive to chlorine , then that's a good indicator that it needs to be changed when they sting .
1559819
I'm not sure. The instructions say you can flip the filter around half way through it's recommended service life to make it last longer. I have to assume that the flow would decrease as the filter gets plugged up, and that the quality of your water will affect performance and how long it lasts. Hope this helps.
1559820
Get a free chlorine test kit. Usually, it is yellow liquid and is often used for pools.
1559821
No there is no indicator but the water doesn't feel the same after you over use it l. I change mine after every 6 months
1559822
I turn my filter from one end to the other every other month. My last filter lasted me a year. You will notice your hair will turn color if highlighted. Also your skin will feel like something is coating your skin and dries out more easily. Or you'll smell the chlorine. Hope this helps.
2092154
Ours is heavily used and about every 6 months is when we have had to replace filters.
1913231
You receive one water filter that is good for up to 6 months depending on the type of water in your area.
909597
Could it be that it expires if you don't begin to use it for five years? The filters are fabulous, and will last up to 6 months if your water is normal. Ours is hard and full of rust, and it works for about 2 on average. Totally worth the 10 dollars.
707883
The whole filter gets replaced. I don't replace mine every 6 months either; I do it on a as needed basis. I can smell the chorine in the water right away. I typically keep one on hand to change out.
369067
I have only used it for about 6 weeks. Every other week I took out the filter and put it in a diluted vinegar solution over night. I hope that the filter will be cleaned and lasts a little longer.
363199
I change mine every 6 months but it depends on the hardness of your water. The filter can not be serviced. I usually recycle it with my plastics.
1348362
It depends on how often you run the unit and how much dust/allergens it's filtering out of the air. If it is always running then generally the filter should be replaced every 6-8 months.
66371
It depends on how much stuff you have in the air (I have a lot!) but the recommendation is to replace the black filter every 3 months and the big white one annually.
1201867
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.
1716805
We've had ours for about a year. No issues yet, just need to change the filter.
985487
Filter needs to be changed every 6 months or so - but realistically, I haven't done that yet and it seems to still work well. I run the machine on automatic every morning.
2279326
The unit has a timer that reminds you to change the filter every 6 months. I changed the filter for the first time this month (I've only had my GermGuardian 6 months) but after I did I realized the filter wasn't all that dirty, probably could have easily been wiped off and would have lasted at least another 3 months. We have a large dog but live in Seattle where there's not a TON of dust in the air. We run it 24/7 on medium.
1439940
I just put a piece of blue tape with the install date on the filter and replace in a year or if the flow slows appreciably (which in my usage/experience takes > 1 year). The filters have gotten more expensive - I used to get them for $70-80 so now I wait longer to replace :)
613919
It is hard to say. The old filters used to have an indicator which was a no-brainer. I usually change mine every few (3) months or so (when I remember). If you notice the water filters more slowly, I would suggest to change it.
2109140
Ditto Donna BUT I saw on their web site that you can vacuum the filter (usually 12 months from the time you started using it) and that the filter should last a total of about 2 years. Now we know why it was a Gold Box Deal when we bought them!
1403285
I haven't yet had to replace the filter. I don't use it that much. My filter is a permanent filter and I just empty it in the trash when I use it.