Can the filters be washed? $50 - $60 seems like a lot for a filter if you have to replace it very often.
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I don't think I would try washing them, we just changed our filter for the first time, it lasted 6 months. We love it I would recommend this air purifier to anyone. If I had to change it every 2 months i would agree with you about cost. The purifier lets you know when it needs to be changed.
2080384
To the best of my knowledge, they cannot be washed. We've had ours for about 6 mos., and are about to consider changing. If your don't have a real serious dust problem, I'd say 6-7 months would be about the life of this filter.
248597
What I've done was made sure that I allowed the filters to completely dry out once a week. And if I remembered made sure to wash the filters. I washed in the dishwasher and worked fine. I may start to wash more by hand with vinegar as that may allow the filters to last longer...in my opinion. I hope this helps.
1403283
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.
928672
Hi- they take filters and they need to be replaced every 2-3 months depending on usage.They are currently out of stock, but they are also sold on Amazon. They will be back in stock on 06/05/2015 on Amazon.
146142
I changed mine after two years..it kinda depends how it looks after two years. The sponge filter that surrounds the filter is delicate. It holds up to gentle washing for a while.
917985
I am not sure. I washed mine and air dryed the filters until they needed replacing. The filters are hard to find because the model of my vacuum is not made anymore. My vacuum is still going strong though.
786199
I have tried to vacuum the filters to prolong its use, but my sinus is the true test that let's me know when it's time to replace. I replace this filter approx. every 13 - 16 months... pending on the air quality. I'm sure if you wash the filter you would break down the integrity of the material. I never tried or thought of washing it. Perhaps contacting Whirlpool would give you and accurate answer. But I do love this air purifier. good luck
1961449
I've owned this system for many years and was led to believe that the prefilter was not washable. So, I buy new ones when I think it's ready.Gary
1109464
The filter is washable and reusable, if you need to replace the filter (which you shouldn't have to for at least a year), you can buy them off of the dirt devil website for a decent price.
1640285
Absolutely you can clean the filters , you can rinse the filters with cool running water and one filter can last for months. its been three months so far since I've actually replaced a filter . I purchased a pack of three filters and I'm still on the first one using this method .
309222
Comes with cleanable filter.... IMO a new one cost 50-75$...Buy a new one unless you have a tried and true cleaning method.
754886
Yes, the fact that the filter is entirely washable is why I bought it. This way I have it in service 7 days a week, 365 days a year. No waiting to find a replacement filter like other air cleaners. Wash with dish soap or any cleaner, rinse, dry and go.
1502801
I have not had to replace the filter. I use a dust pan brush to clean the filter. There apparently is no washable replacement filter available for this particular filter, at least not yet.
1502802
You can clean the filter yourself and use it over and over again. I can't foresee ever buying another filter for it.
1603409
The filter can be vacuumed, not washed. Eventually. the filter will need replacement, but not for a while.
1107302
The filter is two part--cloth inside with a plastic and mesh cover over that. You can wash the cloth filter and replace it. I purchased a couple replacements from Amazon so that I always have one to put on while the other is drying. They will get to a point where they have to be replaced but I have had my vacuum two years and only replaced the cloth filter once but that may be because I wash them often, hence the beauty of having a couple of extra filters hanging around.
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it's non washable,it should be replaced every two months, or sooner depending on conditions, such as smoke, pets, ect. the rating is a one, which is the best in catgory/ 3m's rating on this filter is 1000