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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It does not say it requires them, but unless you like cleaning grounds out of the gunk at the bottom afterward, it would be wise to use them. I've seen paper filters shaped like discs for sale, but you don't need to spend extra money--just lay out a normal 12-cup paper filter flat and poke a hole in the middle, then lay it inside the filter basket. It'll save you having to clean out the nozzle later.
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Nope. No filter required. Nothing required but water. We love ours! Works well.
1699569
Yes, I installed mine without a filter. Been running great for 10 years. Besides, I didn't think I needed a filter for boiling water.
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I don't know. Our home has a complete filter system so we don't use the filter.
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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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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. 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... » Read More 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. « Show Less
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Filters came with mine although I know that at least one reviewer said theirs came without. Maybe it depends on which seller you buy from?
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Absolutely you can clean the filters , you can rinse the filters with cool running water and one filter can last for months. its been three months so far since I've actually replaced a filter . I purchased a pack of three filters and I'm still on the first one using this method .
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No. These are strictly particulate (i.e., 'dust') filters and provide no protection from organic or inorganic vapors. Google "Selection Guide for 3M Reusable Respirators" for recommendations.
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I think if you just look for the filters, this same seller has them without the sealer. Hope that helped.
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They come with instructions on how to clean it.And there is not filter.Hopes this helps you..
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You would have to ask the manufacturer of the filters for that info.....I'm just a consumer :)
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I just learned from my wife that Meijer does have a filter now. Haven't tried them though so don't know how good they might be. We have always used the manufacturer filters and they work just fine.
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Hi Janet. This unit does not have filters that need to be replaced. Thanks.
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Yes, they are very easy to clean. Just brush off as directed in package insert. Next time I'm going to order the 7" ones though. The 9" ones are too big for my filter. The extra 2" just sit there in the air inside the filter, not filtering anything. Hope this helps.
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I've used it for everything with no problem. Not using a filter and no problem. Just clean out dust bin.