My most important priority is dust control. (Live in a farming area and the fields produce a lot of dust.) How well does this purifier handle dust?
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It does a very good job of removing dust, pollen, and other particulates, particularly if you turn on the anion generator. That helps precipitate particulates out of the air so you don't breathe them.
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I keep it on low during the day and medium at night. It runs constantly with no problems. I keep it in my bedroom and I do notice that the air quality and dust level is noticeably cleaner and fresher. I am going to purchase one for my living room soon.
816368
It seems to help quit a bit at my house. We live in western oklahoma do we're constantly battle dust but it has been less since we started using the purafier. We have to clean the first filter about once a month but yes it does help!
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Yes, it is very efficient at picking up dust-size particles. The bag is a fuzzy fabric with a very dense weave. If you have a lot of fine particulate matter, you will need to rinse it out frequently, even though the bag may not be full because the fine matter is clogging the fabric. You can tell when it needs to be rinsed because the bot will slow down a bit. It's easy to rinse, and can be washed in a washing machine. I had extra bags so I could put in a new bag, then rinse/dry the other bag while the spare bag was in the bot.
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i don't use any. i use it outside in my backyard. dust collection is too hard to use with this.
578909
I have never had any trouble with dust. I do not thing the crucial parts are really exposed as the design has everything covered except the end.
1587112
if possible put the vac outside and connect thru an open window with an extension hose. Otherwise get an add-on fine filter for your vac. The dust can be phenomenal otherwise.
737316
It doesn't trap dust in my case because we use it everyday, so dust doesn't have a chance of being on the surface. Also, the "grass" is very fine, so there's my much surface for the dust to go onto. I haven't actually handwashed the lawn yet, but it would be fairly easy if you just soak it in a tub of soap/water. You just need to empty the bottom tray occasionally.
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I use the Dust Deputy connected to my table saw, bandsaw and planer and it collects 95% of the shavings and sawdust. The HEPA filter in my ShopVac is spotless and the container is totally empty. I have been using it for several years and I am totally satisfied.However, I have only used it for working with wood and never tried to use it for dust created by sheetrock. I cannot image that it would perform well with sheetrock dust which is definitely fine dust. It was designed to use with to collect wood chips and sawdust.
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Just about any air cleaner (cheap or otherwise) is capable of capturing large airborne dust particles within a reasonable distance. Most companies exaggerate their cleaning and purification claims. I think Rabbit Air specifies 2 changes per hour in a 600 sq.ft. room, while most consider 6 changes per hour are required for clean air. So, 200 sq. ft. sounds about right. Check this very good review site for more info and reviews (including the 421A): www.air-purifier-power.com/
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I agree with the other two, comments. Number one, the duster should last a long, time. I believe it has a one year manufacture, warranty. Cleaning is as easy as taking the duster outside or put it over the waste paper can and shake the dust, off. If it get exceptionally dirty put a drop of dish detergent in warm water, not hot, and move it around a few times and then rinse in cold, water. I believe, if I read the instructions correctly, that a micro fiber towel can lightly wipe it and then let the duster air, dry. I haven't had any problem out of mine. I just don't like to dust, period! I agree with the other two, comments. Number one, the duster should last a long, time. I believe it has a one year manufacture, warranty. Cleaning is as easy as taking the duster outside or put it over the waste paper can and shake the dust, off. If it get exceptionally dirty put a drop of dish detergent in warm water, not hot, and move it around a few times and then rinse in cold, water. I believe, if I read the instructions correctly, that a micro fiber towel can lightly wipe it and then let the duster air, dry. I haven't had any problem out of mine. I just don't like to dust,... » Read More I agree with the other two, comments. Number one, the duster should last a long, time. I believe it has a one year manufacture, warranty. Cleaning is as easy as taking the duster outside or put it over the waste paper can and shake the dust, off. If it get exceptionally dirty put a drop of dish detergent in warm water, not hot, and move it around a few times and then rinse in cold, water. I believe, if I read the instructions correctly, that a micro fiber towel can lightly wipe it and then let the duster air, dry. I haven't had any problem out of mine. I just don't like to dust, period! « Show Less
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This blower is more than powerful enough for dust cleaning of negative/ film. I have had much darkroom experience and if you need more than this blower is capable of putting out you will need to brush your negs. Stubborn particles are not easily moved by blowers, physical removal by way of contact is usually needed. Again, this blower will get any standard dust off easily.
604863
It picks up a lot of dust but only minimally disperses it into the air. I was amazed of the dirt it picked up after sweeping a spot that I thought was clean.
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It's not terribly loud. My shop vac is noisier. Most all of the tools it would be used with are going to be noisier. Good hearing protection should be used regardless of what dust collector is used I have owned mine for two years now and it is performing very well. Much less dust than my previous unit which is why I upgraded. It handles a couple tools at the same time very well. I recommend it. Might cost a bit more than others but worth it.
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I've been using this unit in my home for a while now and my experience is that it does a pretty good job removing dust. If I shake a blanket in the room where the unit is, it will kick onto high and then return to normal when the dust has dissipated.
228387
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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400 sq ft I run it 24/7 on low and it has stopped my allergic sneezing, my cats sneezing, and greatly reduced the cat hair dust bunnies. I live in Vegas and is needless to say very dry. Good investment. I also vacuum the Hepa filter once a month. If you buy new filters, Make Sure they are true Hepa not Hepa type. Tremendous difference in size of particle trapped between the two. Don't be cheap if you want good quality air :) Just vacuum 1x mos and wash pre-filter.