No Filter: So Is It Safe? So are these, without filters, safe?
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Yes, they are safe without filters, filters are not needed for that reason in ultrasonic humidifiers. Why you should be using filtered or distilled water anyway is because of the DEPOSITS that collect on the ultrasonic disk at the bottom (heart?) of the unit. When too much mineral deposit forms on the disk, it will stop working. That's also why you sometimes get a little brush with this type of humidifiers, but those are not very effective I've found: I have lost two units to this before I figured out the problem with the deposits. Now I use either boiled and cooled water, or filtered water. Knock on wood, that has kept it running for many winters!
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In my opinion and what I have done thus far is use the filter. Notice I said filter and not filters. I have used one filter since I have owned the machine. I never change the filter and I doubt I would ever have to since it filters the freshly distilled water. Taste has not been affected and the only reason I can see for the filters is to ensure no particulates from the machinery would ever enter the water. That said, it should be impossible during the life of the machine for any particulates to break loose. These are copper pipes used for the distillation so the filters are either a money maker or just a fail safe is all.
681033
we do not use the filter. some come w/it. to catch sediment. it is not necessary to use a filter.
294752
The filters will last for many years. Scrub them clean with the scrubby side of a sponge on a regular basis is all you need to do. I would NOT suggest using chemical cleaners on the filters.
69141
no filters necessary. I also bought the plastic ones and actually like them better. They are also cheaper. Brew and Save Refillable K Cup for Keurig Brewers, 2 Count by Brew & Save
1398374
Yes it is possible to use the machine without filter. There is included with the machine water tester and you set up the machine according water softness.I love this machine.
1403281
Depends on how dusty the conditions are.It's best to clean them after each use.Order washable filters from Amazon and be done with it.
255213
No instructions with the filters, but they function exactly the same as the Cokin series filters. You can research them or look at this brochure: http://www.cokin.co.uk/pdf/V400A-HD.pdf.
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It's perfectly fine to operate with no filter. You may need to clean the foam screen on the intake pump (which disassembles for cleaning) a little more often - and even that's negligible - but using this product without a filter doesn't cause any problems. In truth, the primary function of the filter is to make the water "taste better" to your pet, much as Brita brand filter pitchers do for us humans. If you wanted to, you could even put a mesh bag with activated carbon filter media (available in aquarium supply) into the filter reservoir space, but there's really no need.
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No they are not, they are made out of very thin paper, not great. Ok, If you can't find the original filters, Good luck on your quest :)
750138
i dont you use filters, infact i bought the permanent lid cover cause the provided lid cover kept falling off the lid blocking the container ,leaving me with a mess
523809
None - you order the filters separately. There are several/many different filters depending on what your application is. Simply sawdust? Chemical fumes? Buy the filters that fit your use.
1604559
There are no filters, its a light bulb and I have had no problem ordering them on eBay
2283967
Mine did not come with filters. Not that I needed them. I turned them into a Steampunk costume piece. But no, no filters included, unless it says it comes with them.
1353183
You would have to ask the manufacturer of the filters for that info.....I'm just a consumer :)
1879733
Hello, Sorry but I do not recall ever buying these. Our POS shark died before we could buy filters. Sorry I could not help.
1410153
I would say yes BUT you should wash them out and only use them maybe 1 or 2 time more and then just buy filters. Try one out and see.