Instead of replacing this Type A Prefilter every couple months can it be vaccuumed and washed in soapy water and left to dry instead and therefore last a lot longer??
477242
I would think you could wash it. There was enough pre-filter to make two anyways. So could just the other one while letting one dry. I usually just blow off the filter with an air hose so if you have access to that it works great. I do that to all my filters, like the vacuum, dust buster, window units, and then this air purifier. The deal is keeping the prefilter clean to help preserve the life of the main filter.
477243
It can be vacuumed in situ . I vacuum it every week as I do not use it continuously whole day in my bedroom which has a carpet. However, washing may reduce the efficiency of the carbon filter. Hence, I would not recommend washing.
1496380
There are two filters. The first filter is a thin mesh that you could vacuum off and then wash by hand. I run my unit 24/7 and the mesh filter needs changing several times a year. The second filter is a HEPA filter and it's not washable. I've changed it once after one year of use and these filters are not cheap.
2039175
There is a pre-filter that you have to change. There is an indicator to tell you when to change filters. How often depends on what setting you run. I run mine at medium 24/7, high for 1 hour after vacuuming. I change filters about every1 1/2 - 2 months. They're not expensive.
1552871
You can buy replacements. The filter is cloth and mounted inside a plastic frame. I have washed it by hand twice, and it is holding up so far.
259037
The filter that comes with the unit will last a long time. I have been using this for about 6 months and the pre-filter is still good. For maintenance, I vacuum it twice a week and boy this really sucks in a lot of dust specially during the winter time when the heater is always running. So maybe if you clean regularly, it will last a good 6 months.
414976
I can't find my users manual right now, which would answer this question definitively. However, other wet/dry vacuums I have and all I have had in the past, all recommend removing the filter in the wet use mode.
429948
depends on how often you run it and how dirty your air is. Seems like mine lasted about 9 months being run daily. You just wash the pre filter
210766
No. DO NOT wash these filters. They can be vacuumed or air blasted out doors.
194024
I would think changing it would not be an issue for quite a while. I only use it once per month. The current filter should stay good for a long time at that usage rate. When the time comes, I will rinse the filter and put back in for as long as I can.
917985
I am not sure. I washed mine and air dryed the filters until they needed replacing. The filters are hard to find because the model of my vacuum is not made anymore. My vacuum is still going strong though.
786198
No, I believe you must replace it. However, my wife has vacuumed it to extend the life a bit. Also, be sure to use the pre-filters sold. They're cheap and extend the life of the more expensive HEPA. Also, they're the ones that remove smell.
1502801
I have not had to replace the filter. I use a dust pan brush to clean the filter. There apparently is no washable replacement filter available for this particular filter, at least not yet.
1042103
The hepa filter can be washed and re-used. I have used it for 6 months now without replacing it. I expect it to last another six at least.
1961449
I've owned this system for many years and was led to believe that the prefilter was not washable. So, I buy new ones when I think it's ready.Gary
1534352
Not sure, but since the filter is ceramic and they give you some sand paper to clean it. I would say you could use it for a very long time without needing to change it.
1974724
I change mine every month with the filter, the filter get mold on it if left in to long. Better safe than sorry
1150191
Yes and no. Over time, you will need to clean the filter that comes with the vac. That being said, I have found that having these relatively inexpensive washable and reusable filters is a lifesaver as I do not have to wait for the one filter to dry to be able to use my vac. I would say BUY these filters. Definitely worth the same expensive!