What carbon do you use for replacement?
1990881
I use "Acurel extreme activated carbon pellets", that are sold here on Amazon. They last an extremely long time as long as you keep the fountain clean. I have four cats and I can go about six days using this carbon along with the stainless steel drinkwell 360. I also use distilled water and only put in enough to keep the pump running. I add water daily so it more or less stays fresh the entire time.
1990882
I use Marineland Black Diamond Activated Carbon. I bought a 40 oz. jug for $12.79 last year here on Amazon; this is a huge quantity when compared to the amount that comes with the fountain. We clean the fountain, and change the water and carbon every week or so.
1990883
I use Aqua-Tech Activated Carbon sold in Walmart's "fish" department. A 9 oz. jar costs around $6.99. That will last you a long time. I have had this filter for over a year. I clean my fountain every 3 days or so and I just bought my second jar. Hope this helps.
513815
From what I understand, carbon is used more for tropical fish, where as zeolite is recommended for goldfish. One other thing I have learned is that if you have to use a medication on the fish you should remove the carbon filters as they will absorb the medicine.
2025317
I bought the WRONG Marina replacement cartridge and it did not fit. However, the aquarium shop then sold me a big sheet of carbon filter material and said I could just cut it to size and use it in place of the filter. A lot cheaper and it's been working well.
1587084
In hope that this helps someone:I have 2 pumps, both with canister filters. I use carbon in one and in the other I use Matrix with NO media bag. HOWEVER, if I only had one pump I'd use a media bag in order to separate them since Matrix doesn't require replacement while carbon does. Also I'd situate the Matrix ABOVE the carbon.
1035738
Yes, I would disassemble the bolt and carrier and clean it in parts. It will do a better job. Carbon builds on the bolt body, and would not clean unless disassembled. The whole bolt and carrier would fit, though.
450279
The correct replacement can be ordered at http://www.amazon.com/Norelco-Consumer-Products-Spectra-Replacement/dp/B000GRXDYM/ref=sr_1_1?m=AK691S640L5JH&s=merchant-items&ie=UTF8&qid=1387147650&sr=1-1&keywords=hq8 and are in stock.
201719
It's aluminium. The carbon fiber is more expensive. I love mine (aluminium).
590900
Other comments saying you should not use carbon with it is not true. Seachem rep recommended to use carbon along with it (but is not necessary), which filters different things.
1354400
Hello,I use regular wood or charcoal. I'm sure you can use just about anything.
1758638
I have not personally replaced the charcoal but have heard it is fairly easy to do. So to answer your question, yes..
617114
I made my own carbon filter with ~20oz of activated carbon. It could be used with any commercially available filter of the size (mine was 4"). I made my own because commercially available options did not meet my space requirements. The DIY filter worked wonderfully.
669868
According to the booklet, when to replace the HEPA filter depends on hours used, air quality, and location of the unit. In most cases the unit will need to be replaced annually, and it should be changed after the 'change filter' light comes on. For best performance change the carbon pre-filter every 3 months. It warns specifically: "Caution, do not wash and reuse the true HEPA filter or the carbon pre-filter as they will not work effectively." Having said that, I have vacuumed the carbon pre-filter with a vacuum cleaner attachment since it collects a huge amount of dust. I haven't needed to change the HEPA yet.
2231018
Nope!It is a standard off-the-shelf cartridge, available at home depot or wal-mart. I have already replaced the carbons once.Hope this helps.
76821
The system that I have (model 10-0185) has a cartridge which consists of both a carbon block and a UV lamp. It is replaceable (part# 10-0186)
569488
Do not wash either filter. Replace them. Change the carbon filter every three months. The REPLACEMENT FILTER INDICATOR will illuminate when to replace the HEPA filter. I ordered new filters through Amazon--the Winix 115115 Hepa and 4 Carbon Replacement Filter Combo Pack sold by Green Air.
940654
It comes with "permanent HEPA Filter" which means you do not need to replace it only the carbon pre-filter needs to be replaced. I have used similar Honeywell units for over 5 years with the same filter. I just blow it out with a compressor or vacuum it once a year. One of the main reasons I bought this model was for the permanent filter.
486336
Carbon.I got very tight groups. Took out the prior bolt with the next one shot. Trouble getting a grip to pull out of target.