any problems with filters? Do any Dyson Slim owners have any problems with the hepa filters?
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The Dyson's filters are AFTER the cyclones, which means that they have to remove only the most microscopic dust. They do not clog since they are not inside the dirt container (like a shop vac). IF you will just rinse the Dyson pre-motor electrostatic filter once every six months (with normal, twice a week vacuuming), the machines' suction will stay constant, powerful, and it will pick up every bit of dirt in your home.
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The vacuum comes with its own permanent filter. Dyson suggests that you clean the filter regularly for optimal service. For reference I have attached a youtube clip from their official channel describing how you clean it: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cJlBad_JWv0 I hope this helps, if you have any questions or need any further information, please do not hesitate to contact us directly.
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I did have to send this item back. It just did not do a good job. 2 filters could be washed , but not the Hepa filter. It can be vacuumed. I did order a Sky Ionic air Purifier and it works fine, so far.
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Yes, we have that Whirlpool air purifier & we just got a replacement filter a few weeks ago. The Hepa filter that came with it had been in it a year. We change the pre-filter every couple of months. I hope I have been of some help in answering your question.
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I have two of these and did not notice spots or any signs of use when they arrived. I would consider requesting a replacement filter if yours looks used. It might have been a return or damaged in the manufacturing process. It is a great little machine, though. I've used hepa filters for years (asthma and allergies), so far this one is my favorite.
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I forgot to replace it one year and after a few months too many, I started to smell dust even after vacuuming. Once I replaced the filter, the dust odor went away after one or two vacuumings. It's expensive, but necesary. Would love to know if anyone has had good experience with the generic version for 1/4 the price!
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The Hepa filter is a separate part from the dust bag. The link below will show you what one looks like. This may or may not be the correct Hepa filter for your model vacuum cleaner. There are two filters that come in the box with the dust bags. One is a motor filter to keep dust from getting into the motor and damaging it. The other filter is a clean air filter that goes in the same compartment as a Hepa filter. You use either the thin clean air filter or the Hepa filter, but not both at the same time. It's one or the other. The clean air filter comes free with the dust bags. If you want a Hepa filter you have to purchase it separately and put it in the compartment that you will remove the thin clean air filter from. I believe you have to remove the plastic grill that holds the clean air filter in place before you snap in a Hepa filter which doesn't need anything to hold it in place because it is substantially thicker than a clean air filter. http://www.amazon.com/MIELE-4854915-Replacement-HEPA-Filter/dp/B0007UPZZ8/ref=sr_1_3?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1388168102&sr=1-3&keywords=miele+hepa+filter
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filter doesnt need a change for very long time, it needs cleaning/with vaccum cleaner only. thats whats HEPA FILTER, REPLACEMENT filters also available in Amazon.com
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I habe not bought replacement filters yet, but I would contact the 800 number for your hepa filter. Or do amazon search with model number and "replacement filter."
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I vacuum the Carbon pre-filter once a week and never need to change the expensive Hepa-filter.I lay it flat on the carpet dirt side up, use the vacuum hose, no attachment, just as a routine ~~ after 2 or three years I replace the carbon filter.
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Chelsey both of my Sharks are older models. One was bought three years ago and one last year and the hepa filter worked for both. I hope that helps. I think the filter is pretty universal for all models but I would check your specifications to be sure.
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No. There are no filters to replace. You simply wash the filters every month or two (what ever dyson recommends) and let them dry over night.
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I've been changing the charcoal ones about three months(that's what they say to do),and that seems to be working out ok. You can take the cover off, and see how much stuff has accumulated on the filter, and I guess make your own determination. Have not changed the HEPA yet, I will probably go for the year, and see if it looks like it needs to be changed. It probably will. It's my feeling that most companies have spent lots of $$$$$ testing their products under varying conditions, and have set up the change intervals to optimize performance. 04/12/2014 Just changed the complete set of filters after about a year. The red HEPA light came on, and I ordered a complete set. I figure the cost is about a quarter a day. Not an issue for the increase in air quality. Hint: (1)Press and hold the reset button until it blinks, then it will go out.(2) Use a small hand vac with brush to clean the sensor area, it will pick up impurities quicker, hence, the fan speed increases quicker and doesn't have to run faster as long. After a year, we are completely satisfied with the EL500.
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Ther are probably different options, but I've not found them. Even at $90, getting the full set of filters is only a quarter a day. I just replaced mine after about a year, and the unit is working a lot more efficiently. I did find that if you run a hand vac over the odor sensor, it works better too.
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The hepa-filter last forever, if you keep the carbon pre-filter clean~ when I run it full blast 24/7, I vacuum the pre-filter, by laying it flat on the carpet, dirt side up, using the attachment hose without an attachment. after about 2 or 3 years the pre-filter gets kinda limp, then I change it. I think 4 pre-filters come in a box.
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Sorry for the belated response. Yes, the vacuum comes with a "HEPA Media Filter." The entire filter assembly replacement can be ordered from Bissell. Hope u bought one of these vacs. They're excellent for small jobs, or when u don't want to drag out something bigger. The cord is long enough for most jobs. Jan
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I just got a Slim two weeks ago. I heaved it onto each stair and vacuumed that way instead of using an attachment. (it's light enough to do this). It was awesome on the stair carpet. I don't have a big Dyson, but I'd think it would be a lot more awkward to use on the stairs. What about their canister vac?