My current filter run time is 6 hours. Can I get by with HALF of that on days I use the Mira 530?Is the power box very heavy?Think it could count on it lasting me 5 years without replacing parts??? My current filter run time is 6 hours. Can I get by with HALF of that on days I use the Mira 530?Is the power box very heavy?Think it could count on it lasting me 5 years without... » Read More My current filter run time is 6 hours. Can I get by with HALF of that on days I use the Mira 530?Is the power box very heavy?Think it could count on it lasting me 5 years without replacing parts??? « Show Less
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The Mira filters out algae and debris quite well. I reduced my pump to 4 hours. The box is light. I count on needing some spare parts within 5 years. I already had a broken brush axle and they shipped a new one immediately. That is more sturdy.
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Since buying the 530 I backwash less and my filter stays cleaner. I would say yes, cut that filter time.
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I wouldn't recommend reducing the filter run time just because you used a pool cleaning robot. The Mirra 530 has coarse filters which do a nice job capturing leaves, sand, and grit that are sitting on the bottom of the pool. The pool filter for capturing fine particulates and algae that are already suspended in the pool water. So the Mirra 530 is nice to have, but just think of it as a substitute for vacuuming.
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Power box is lightweight. I really like the mirra it's biggest benefit is that it brushes the pool and makes it much harder for algae to grow. Seems to be made well. The only downside is the filters are hard to clean. But otherwise I think it's great
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I haven't changed my filter run time but I can say that the Mira cleans everything off the bottom of the pool including sand and silt. The difference in the clarity of the water was shocking after the first 2 uses. The power box weighs about 1 pound or less. Shockingly light but the Mira is heavy. I am impressed overall with this unit.
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It seems to run a long time, longer than any hand-held I've ever had. I've charged it only a few times, and it's still going strong. I recommend vigilant emptying & cleaning of the filter (easy to do), that way it doesn't lose suction and puts less of a strain on the motor. I really am happy with this one!
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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
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You have to clean the filter every week. After a time dust settle in the air vents and it helps if you clean the vents with alcohol and q tips. It is high voltage and alcohol dry fast. I was able to extent the life span of the filter with one year by blowing the dust leafs blower. Two filters I have wash in bath tub with clean water and after that was ruined ( desperate measure for desperate time ).
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Depends on your usage, how hard your water is and how often you clean it. If you maintain properly, it should last 3 to 6 months. Google how to clean a humidifier filter. Cleaning it is the key to its longevity.
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30 days according to the specs. I imagine that is linear time, not running time. So far I've run mine for about 25hrs and no issues. Hope this helps.
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I have run it continuously for over half an hour without it heating up while vacuuming pellet stove ash. It should run for quite awhile as long as the filter does not clog up too badly. The primary filter is also washable if necessary. I bought a different brand locally when the place where bought my first one (still works great, just needed a second one for my pellet fired boiler) quit selling these, and it was completely inferior and overheated after 5 minutes.
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I don't use this pump for my filter...it runs to my solar heater. If your are using this pump for filtration try 6 hours a day and see if the water stays clean Change or clean the filter every day
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I've been testing my new Botvac80 the past couple days. On the first few cleaning runs the dust bin fills up and I have to take it out and clean it (very quick and easy) plus clean the filter and possibly the brush (takes 5min or less) Shouldn't be expensive to maintain if the filter lasts several months with regular cleaning, but only time will tell. Right now extra filters are not in stock and it might be quite sometime before the price comes down on them too. Hopefully the brush and battery will last a long time too and not need expensive replacement, but that too only time will tell.
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It runs about 5 hours, but as far as lifetime I can't tell you. I believe they're replaceable through Samson. I have recently discontinued use of these speakers as they're now being used by a local non profit. It's working great for them, but I have found that for my purposes I'm wanting more power...especially for outdoor events. They're good units, lightweight and very viable, but often I want higher power and opted to go back to non battery systems.
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Hello C. Christopher, it's not recommended to run hot water through the filter. Just run cold water when you switch to use the filter. And also, when you first installed the filter system on, let it run on cold water for about 4-5minutes, that's only when the filter is new, after that it will be ok. But again don't recommend running hot water through it ever. I hope I have answered your question and helped a bit. Have a nice one.
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Yes, you can run 24/7 if you have a need for it. The machine will shut down when the filter needs to be cleaned. To restart after cleaning, hold down both the on/off button and the timer button for about 3 seconds. This will reset the cleaning light and start back up.
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We turn it on for 5 hrs daily. Low maintenance. Love it. We had disposable filters before very expensive. We used one a week. This is much more efficient and less costly. Saw no significant increase in electricity. Pool is sparkling clean!!! Good Luck
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Only if you want to be completely sure you've thoroughly removed all the filter impurities. In my opinion, 5 minutes is plenty adequate.
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There is a pre-filter that you have to change. There is an indicator to tell you when to change filters. How often depends on what setting you run. I run mine at medium 24/7, high for 1 hour after vacuuming. I change filters about every1 1/2 - 2 months. They're not expensive.
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Hi Marlene, First I should point out this product is not really a filter. It's a wick that absorbs and holds moisture so the blower fan can push air through it and drive the water into the surrounding environment. How often it needs replacing depends upon how often the humidifier cycles and on the mineral content of your water. If you run your humidifier a lot and you are not using filtered water, then these wicks typically need replacing about every three months (at least). I use filtered water in my humidifier to reduce the mineral content but I still have to replace the wick every 5-6 months. It's pretty simple to determine when your wick is clogged with minerals because the humidifier will basically run non-stop as there will be no moisture in the wick therefore no moisture going into the air. These wicks are not really cleanable because they are too fragile. Once they get clogged with minerals (i.e. "lime") they need to be disposed of and replaced.
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Sawyer makes no claims on how long this will last in storage because storage conditions vary so widely. Because it's a filter, not a chemical purifier, it should last almost indefinitely in perfect storage conditions. Even in poor storage conditions with wide temperature variations, moisture, light, etc.... the filter doesn't really break down until the conditions affect the components, which are mostly plastic. That takes a very long time. I don't want to guess on just how long, but if it's unused, I would think a few decades. If it used chemicals that would be different, but it does not so there's nothing but the case and filter which will last many years. Sawyer makes no claims on how long this will last in storage because storage conditions vary so widely. Because it's a filter, not a chemical purifier, it should last almost indefinitely in perfect storage conditions. Even in poor storage conditions with wide temperature variations, moisture, light, etc.... the filter doesn't really break down until the conditions affect the components, which are mostly plastic. That takes a very long time. I don't want to guess on just how long, but if it's unused, I would think a few decades. If it used chemicals that would be different, but it does not... » Read More Sawyer makes no claims on how long this will last in storage because storage conditions vary so widely. Because it's a filter, not a chemical purifier, it should last almost indefinitely in perfect storage conditions. Even in poor storage conditions with wide temperature variations, moisture, light, etc.... the filter doesn't really break down until the conditions affect the components, which are mostly plastic. That takes a very long time. I don't want to guess on just how long, but if it's unused, I would think a few decades. If it used chemicals that would be different, but it does not so there's nothing but the case and filter which will last many years. « Show Less