What is the best way to maintain the filter when the unit is off for the day? Leave it inside or remove it and keep it soaking, or let it dry out?
1465663
I leave mine in and then I will just flip it from time to time to keep it even. This is the best unit I've ever owned.
1465664
I really can't answer that because I had two Starry Night Units and both leaked so I returned them. Hope you have good luck.
1465665
The best way is to let it air out and dry off. I actually rinsed mine out once to get all of the calcification off. The unit did not work after the filter became clogged. I honestly don't have time to take the filter out everyday and let it air out. I just ordered a 3 pack of new filters so I can just change them when needed.
1465666
I left it in because I used it for naps as well, but I bought a 3 pack of replacement filters.
52621
The filter is an integrated part, that is a permanent piece.Just pull up and out, then rinse let dry and re-insert
1939372
What I did was vacuum the actual blue filter thoroughly as it really didn't look very dirty even though I got a "change filter" message. Then I washed the plastic grid piece it fits into thoroughly and let it dry. I reassembled it and still got a change filter message. However, I discovered there is a tiny "reset filter" hole near the top of the inside of the unit where you place the filter. I stuck a paperclip in the hole and pushed, and now it's behaving as if it has a brand new filter! I think maybe if this is done on a regular basis that you can get a lot more use out of this unit, even though the filters are "no longer available." What I did was vacuum the actual blue filter thoroughly as it really didn't look very dirty even though I got a "change filter" message. Then I washed the plastic grid piece it fits into thoroughly and let it dry. I reassembled it and still got a change filter message. However, I discovered there is a tiny "reset filter" hole near the top of the inside of the unit where you place the filter. I stuck a paperclip in the hole and pushed, and now it's behaving as if it has a brand new filter! I think maybe if this is done on a regular basis that you can get a lot more use... » Read More What I did was vacuum the actual blue filter thoroughly as it really didn't look very dirty even though I got a "change filter" message. Then I washed the plastic grid piece it fits into thoroughly and let it dry. I reassembled it and still got a change filter message. However, I discovered there is a tiny "reset filter" hole near the top of the inside of the unit where you place the filter. I stuck a paperclip in the hole and pushed, and now it's behaving as if it has a brand new filter! I think maybe if this is done on a regular basis that you can get a lot more use out of this unit, even though the filters are "no longer available." « Show Less
2154112
I got that a little bit and figured I didn't rinse all the suds out or residue from the cats built up in it. So, I thought I'd open the filter area to rinse that out too. Then, I wiped the whole thing completely dry and let the filter sit in the window sill to dry out. As I wiped the stainless dry with a paper towel, I did feel some film on it. So not sure what it was, but wiping it dry and leaving it out to dry did away with it.
1956319
I also run mine with the cool setting off for a few minutes before shutting it off to dry out the machine. I drain it regularly and don't let old water stay in the basin. There was a smell for a couple days when it was new but it went away. I'm very happy with the purchase.
731112
I use a very stiff brush and scrub the filter with this brush while holding it under the facet with the water running. To save water you can put water in a large bowl and scrub the filter like that.
2190268
you should dry your nose before it makes the filter wet. it's not a good idea to make it wet, it will decrease its efficiency. I think.
654651
No, you don't technically have to wash the filter, but when I unscrew it every day to rinse and fill up the humidifier tank, I rinse off the filter. You should carefully read the instructions on the box as to the lifespan of the filter, though. I change my filters out every month. (I can't recall how often they say to change them, but I think it's about 1 month.)
505529
We smoke and we have pets. I keep them as clean as I can but have to save money when I can. I vacuum the filter at least once a week and I take the black pre filter off and just lightly rinse it in cold water, and squeeze it as dry as I can on a towel. Just let it set out on the counter on a towel for an hour or so to finish drying, put it back where it belongs, works good as new. If your in a hurry you can use a blow dryer on it, you squeeze it basically dry anyway. I did try to rinse the whole filter once and no you can't. It just falls apart, but you can rinse the foam black carbon filter. I completely change filters about every 3 months this way. We smoke and we have pets. I keep them as clean as I can but have to save money when I can. I vacuum the filter at least once a week and I take the black pre filter off and just lightly rinse it in cold water, and squeeze it as dry as I can on a towel. Just let it set out on the counter on a towel for an hour or so to finish drying, put it back where it belongs, works good as new. If your in a hurry you can use a blow dryer on it, you squeeze it basically dry anyway. I did try to rinse the whole filter once and no you can't. It just falls apart, but you can rinse the foam black carbon... » Read More We smoke and we have pets. I keep them as clean as I can but have to save money when I can. I vacuum the filter at least once a week and I take the black pre filter off and just lightly rinse it in cold water, and squeeze it as dry as I can on a towel. Just let it set out on the counter on a towel for an hour or so to finish drying, put it back where it belongs, works good as new. If your in a hurry you can use a blow dryer on it, you squeeze it basically dry anyway. I did try to rinse the whole filter once and no you can't. It just falls apart, but you can rinse the foam black carbon filter. I completely change filters about every 3 months this way. « Show Less
1642937
Hi Judith . Does your machine use this type of filter ? If yes, the filter should go into a filter holder in the water supply tank. Follow the instructions about soaking the filter in clean water for a short time and then rinsing it with clean water prior to installing. It's an easy procedure..
1541322
I've had it for only a month but it's a hard wintertime and air indoors is very dry and full tank is good for no more than 20 hours. I cleaned the filter after 3 weeks but I will do it every 2 to be safe with my hard water.
562948
I've been running it on low for the last 6 weeks. I have had no problems with it. Only time I turn if off is to clean it once a week. I let the filter dry for about an hour. No issues.
1457406
No short they do this especially when its getting time to clean the Trueman cell filter. What you can do to nurse it along is take out the Pre-filter "screen" and dust it off good with the provided brush "its on bottom of the removable access panel hood", then run the Oreck on high fan speed for about a min or two and this will help. Also moisture kills your unit. After getting Trueman cell moist or wet let it dry for 24 hrs before putting back in unit.
2036269
I keep mine clean AND DRY all the time. I would soak it in a mild bleach solution, rinse well and dry it out completely.
985492
Clean the filter after each use, or when the Neato tells you to. As for replacing the filter, I purchased a set of spares and rotate the use of them, allowing me to always have a clean, dry filter in case my little "dumbot" fills up before finishing the job.
1059570
Wash the filter regularly when you have air moving through your furnace or AC, if so equipped. My central AC runs through my furnace so I'm running pretty much year round so I also have a second filter ready to go as I clean/dry the dirty one.
2092490
I have not had to clean the unit - it comes with a "demineralization" cartridge that is built into the reservoir lid. If it will not be used for a period of several days, empty and let the reservoir dry to prevent mildew.