How do you know when to change the filter?
1675647
A calendar sticker comes with the dispenser, along with a marker that estimates the date to change (about 3 months after installation). But I guess it also depends on how unclean the water is. I wouldn't recommend using for longer than they recommend because seeing the buildup of sediments in the filter is scary!
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.
1925030
Right below the cool air exhaust there is a tab which is part of the filter. You just pull up on it. There is also an indicator light on the unit that tells you when it is time to the change the filter.
745338
I check the filter after the winter heating season and at the end of summer. Depending on use, I change filters once or twice a year.
2123068
Yes, you'll need to change it every month or so. The meter indicator will tell you when to change it. Very easy to change & filters are not expensive
1857863
I have a indicator light on my unit, it lights up when needs to be cleaned, I say I replace the filter every 3 months
33565
The water may taste different, or smell different. Best to change every 2 months
1996673
There is a push button below the left side of the read out labeled with the letter "F". Press that to reset the filter change indicator.
653574
No there is not an indicator. However, the filter only needs to be change every year or so, so I usually made a note for myself and taped it onto the filter holder under the sink. You can also get on an auto-replacement filter mail order system.
1991994
The date you put in the filter so you know when to replace it. Like on a Brita filter.
321498
It depends on how soon your scale build up on the filter. I change mine once a month from November to April.
1013260
When you start to notice less water coming through the device, you take out the filter and flip it over. You should then have at least another 3 months before you need to completely replace the filter.
1328096
The 'change your filter' indicator is based on how you set up the filter, i.e. high dust, low dust, etc. If your original set-up choice for the filter indicated you are in a high dust environment, the program will set the number of hours you can run your filter based on that. If you set it to 'high dust' and your environment is actually much cleaner, then the timer will tell you to change the filter but the filter will actually be quite clean. I do not believe the IQ Air actually senses the state of your filter, it gives you a prompt to change filters based on whether you select a "high dust' or 'low dust' environment and the number of hours the filter is used. So I would re-program it to 'low' when you install your next filter. If you believe this to be the case with this filter then let the IQ Air continue running even with the message. I have found that when the red 'change filter' light comes on I still have a few weeks before the light changes from orange to red, then starts flashing. I usually ignore the light and messages until I am ready to change.
1772619
my filter is color coded....turns red from white as it gets older....then turns black when it is fully black it is time to replace....i don't have a date code? not much help to you i guess.
1045508
The manufacturer will always lure you to change you filter media regularly/monthly to insure good business. What i do is clean each one 2-3 weeks depending on how dirty the filter is. I clean it under high pressured water. Don't change it unless it no longer capable of filtering. You can see/ base it in your water clarity.
1103066
The filter comes with a small liquid type of timer with adhesive that attaches to the filter and you activate when installing it.Depending on the number of persons the filter may last 4 - 6 months. You will know when to change it by a noticeable drop in pressure.
1439940
I just put a piece of blue tape with the install date on the filter and replace in a year or if the flow slows appreciably (which in my usage/experience takes > 1 year). The filters have gotten more expensive - I used to get them for $70-80 so now I wait longer to replace :)