how many carbon filters does this take
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It holds one relatively large carbon filter (mesh bag) in the bottom of the red cage inserted in the reservoir. The ceramic bio media sits above that.
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It comes with a pack of 4 carbon filters. You change the carbon filters every 3 months. The true HEPA filter lasts for a year (it has a filter light that comes on the unit and tells you when to replace.) Then you need to buy a new pack of filters which you get one true HEPA filter and 4 carbon filters (enough for another year). I paid about $60 on Amazon. I can't see how you could "wash" the HEPA filter without compromising the effectiveness. This is the best air purifier ever. I am going to purchase another. We leave it on the auto sensory all the time and it adjusts automatically. It is worth every penny and is quiet! It comes with a pack of 4 carbon filters. You change the carbon filters every 3 months. The true HEPA filter lasts for a year (it has a filter light that comes on the unit and tells you when to replace.) Then you need to buy a new pack of filters which you get one true HEPA filter and 4 carbon filters (enough for another year). I paid about $60 on Amazon. I can't see how you could "wash" the HEPA filter without compromising the effectiveness. This is the best air purifier ever. I am going to purchase another. We leave it on the auto sensory all the time and it adjusts... » Read More It comes with a pack of 4 carbon filters. You change the carbon filters every 3 months. The true HEPA filter lasts for a year (it has a filter light that comes on the unit and tells you when to replace.) Then you need to buy a new pack of filters which you get one true HEPA filter and 4 carbon filters (enough for another year). I paid about $60 on Amazon. I can't see how you could "wash" the HEPA filter without compromising the effectiveness. This is the best air purifier ever. I am going to purchase another. We leave it on the auto sensory all the time and it adjusts automatically. It is worth every penny and is quiet! « Show Less
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If 1ppm solute of unknown identity went in and 59 more came out, I'd bet it's the carbon from the carbon filter. Nothing to worry about. Your water is still absolutely drinkable and mostly pure.
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Hi Carol, there is an active carbon filter packed in it, active carbon does run out or better yet lose it's efficiency. They are reasonably priced a multi use personal air filter though and they work well.
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I typically run anywhere between a 2 and 10 micron filter ahead of the water softener to keep stuff out of it and the 5 micron carbon filter between the water softener and the UV light to hopefully remove potential chemical contaminants.
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Benjamin,I usually fill it up at least half way but usually a bit more (~ 5/8).The website says that filling it up halfway is about 20ml (or about 0.68 oz): http://forever-filter.com/Q_%26_A.html, see the question 'How much carbon do I need?'.Also, I bought a large supply of carbon from here: Marineland PA0371 Black Diamond Activated Carbon, 10-Ounce, 283-GramHope this helps!~ John
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You can also get more info here: http://www.theperfectwater.com/Home-Master-2-Stage-Fine-Sediment-and-Carbon-Filter.html . It's good for 100,000 gallons before you need to change the filter. I've had mine a year and so far I love it.
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This unit requires two HEPA filters (HAPF600) and two Carbon filters (HAPF60).
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Carbon I would at once every couple months, my method with all filters and water parameters is if it's not broken, don't try to fix it. This filter is horrible though, both replacements leaked about 3 gallons of water on my carpet, spend an extra hundre and get a fluval 206
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Yes. You get one green frame, 12 white covers, 12 activated carbon (charcoal) bags. You reuse the green frame, put the white cover over it, pour the activated carbon in, lock the top of the green frame, then insert into the filter holder of your tank. It's really easy to do.
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BioMax: 2 boxes (same with Pre-Filter media)Carbon: 2 boxes (3 bags/box, total 6 bags)Amonia remover: 2 boxes (3 bags/box, total 6 bags)
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It depends on what type of filter you have. I have 2 marineland 350 w/ 4 slots each. I bought 4 of Marineland Cartridge Media Refill Penguin to put the carbon in. So the answer depends on what you have to put it in. The generic answer is as mush as you can. Change the charcoal when the water begins to smell fishy again. My 50 gal. tank goes about 2.5 months before smelling fishy with a half cup worth of charcoal.
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I just changed my carbon filter, it lasted 3 months. I use this air cleaner in a 1400 Square Foot retail store 5 days a week. so far I am satisfied with the functioning.
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It comes with the micron filter. Not sure about the carbon... It has been a while since I purchased mine and I only used it for the micro-filtration capabilities.
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I believe it came with one filter but I would order more filters as you will need to change them frequently at first
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I'll make my own filter and many more using :Honeywell Universal Carbon Air Purifier Replacement Pre-Filter, HRF-AP1 / Filter (A) . At just over $8 it is worth a try and I can get far more than 1!
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I have a 150g set up with two canister filters. I have two of these, one on each filter.