how dirty does the filter get? i need a cyclonic vacuum that keeps the filter clean a good amount of time
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I have checked the Hepa filter from time to time. Over the two years or so in service, it still looks brand new. There is another filter behind the dirt catcher that pops out and back in very easily. I usually wash it one a month. Takes less than 3 minutes.
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In my opinion the filter does get dirty fairly quickly...I try to use a brush and get most of the stuff off of it myself rather than replacing every couple months.
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My Eureka is over 4 years old and still going strong; I have changed the filter one time. I take very good care of my little vac. I clean the filter each time I use it and I make sure the brushes are free of lint, etc. If you take good care of your vac it should last many years, at least 5 years, and possibly more. The only reason I ordered a new vac was to have one on hand just in case Eureka stops making this vac. I really like it.
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Ditto Donna BUT I saw on their web site that you can vacuum the filter (usually 12 months from the time you started using it) and that the filter should last a total of about 2 years. Now we know why it was a Gold Box Deal when we bought them!
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When you dump the container, do you also untwist and remove the upper filter and clean it? I killed a prior bagless vacuum because I did not know I could remove the plastic filter and the dust clogged the filter and motor overheated. Good luck.
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In my experience with a DC14 Dyson for 8 years, even though the filters never appeared dirty or clogged, I periodically washed the filters. I never had to replace the filters on the DC14, they looked as good as when I purchased it originally. Recently I purchased the DC28 Dyson and when inspecting the DC28 Dyson filters I am having the same great experience as I enjoyed with the DC14. We have 5 cats and live in a "town and country" setting so there is a lot of dirt, dust, sand and fur going into my vacuum 2 - 3 times a week. I wouldn't have a complaint with the filters if I had to replace them after 8 years. Hope this helps with your question.
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Mine has been running on medium 24 hours a day since the first week in June 2014, it's only been turned off once a month for 10 minutes to vacuum out the filter. Runs like a champ!
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I have had mine for two years. For the first,I smoked and it was in the room. For the second, it has been in my new house's basement near the cat litter. I check the filters every month, and so far I've only had to blow them clean with compressed air. I think it depends on what you are asking the machine to clean, but I would not let it discourage me from buying this. really works great.
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Sorry, I can't help with this. I returned the item due to poor performance and didn't have it long enough to have to clean the filter. Good luck.
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The Dyson's filters are AFTER the cyclones, which means that they have to remove only the most microscopic dust. They do not clog since they are not inside the dirt container (like a shop vac). IF you will just rinse the Dyson pre-motor electrostatic filter once every six months (with normal, twice a week vacuuming), the machines' suction will stay constant, powerful, and it will pick up every bit of dirt in your home.
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I have had mine about a month or month and a half & just cleaned the filter for the first time today (after I saw your question&#128522;). The manual recommends cleaning it with warm water once a month. The filter system seems well made. I pounded off the dirt & rinsed it in warm water as suggested. Looks like that should do the trick. This is only the second stick vac I have owned, and I'm impressed with the suction for such a small, light machine. My other stick vac was a Eureka, The Boss. I was never impressed with how it cleaned. We have a dog, who loves to go outside to chase the squirrels, in our rainy northwest weather. He always brings in a lot of dirt on his fluffy fur. This little vac has been great for keeping the dirt cleaned up in our 12x40 kitchen/family room. The small head is also handy for vacuuming the tile bathroom floors. We had hardwood installed last year & I bought an expensive Miele vacuum to use on our hard surfaces. A great machine, but awkward & too heavy for my arthritis. My little Fuller Brush is so easy to handle. My Miele sits ignored most of the time now. Hope this helps. Lynn
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I bought replacements w the vacuum but I haven't had to use them yet. Instead when I go to empty the vacuum, I also clean out the filter (I use gloves and a face mask, I def wouldn't do it without those things).Otherwise, I'd probably switch it out every month or so (I use it to vacuum my studio).
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The unit has a timer that reminds you to change the filter every 6 months. I changed the filter for the first time this month (I've only had my GermGuardian 6 months) but after I did I realized the filter wasn't all that dirty, probably could have easily been wiped off and would have lasted at least another 3 months. We have a large dog but live in Seattle where there's not a TON of dust in the air. We run it 24/7 on medium.
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The carbon filter on the front of the filters collect a lot of dust. I vacuum it clean once in a while. For your question, I would say yes.
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When I rinse mine with water and dry it for 24 hours it has really good suction.... That doesn't sound right. Maybe you could try a new filter to rule that out, but to me it sounds like a problem with something else in the vacuum.
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I vacuum the pre filter when I see a lot of dust and hair on mine. It makes it last much longer. Not sure how well it would hold up to washing.
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I mostly use the vacuum to clean up around the litter boxes. That fine powder and hair coats the filter until it's pretty darn thick, and I've never seen it lose any noticeable amount of suction. So for me, no, it doesn't seem to clog at all.
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I just keep an eye on mine every time I clean the machine. I did not replace it for 10 years, but it got pretty dirty. I don't use my machine any more than 2-3 times a month...until I need a good cleaning. I've been told that the dirtier it gets the better it works as a filter, but I'm old school: I won't let it get that dirty again. I suggest, if you use the machine often, replace it at least once a year. Of course, you can always go to the Hoover website and investigate their FloorMate instructions. Happy cleaning!