What about the filters? The infomercial never mentions them as far as need for cleaning, replacement, or ease of removing and cleaning.
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according to the manufacturer's instruction manual, the filters should be removed, rinsed and allowed to air dry completely every three months. In between cleaning, you can remove them and tap out any dirt that accumulates. The manual also notes that the filters may discolor over time and that this is normal. Should your filters disintegrate or come apart, you can order new ones by going to www.sharkclean.com or check with
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Well, I never got that far. Panasonic gives you the first cleaning capsule, and then of course yes, they want you to buy more, but I said @#$%^%$ that, and never cleaned it again.
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I've looked online and found nothing yet. Perhaps someone (even I) will find the pamphlet that comes with it and put it online somewhere. Maybe a specific question about operation or cleaning could be answered for you.
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A quick glance at an Amazon forum from some time ago gives a possibility: Someone posited a guess that it was the extra filter that made the difference. I don't really know for sure.
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I think you have to order them off there main site which is www.lifeionizers.com. I have not done this yet. When I ordered mine I thought I had seen the filters but now I can't find them on amazon. Personally I think if they sell part of on here, they need to sell all of it. And for that I need to drop my rating for it even though I love the product itself. If you still have them there are some papers in your box that may put you in the right direction as well. Hope this is a little helpful.
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I remember looking at it and thinking the same thing. Actually didn't know about the other sites. There is a similar steam broom selling on infomercials for somewhat less than even that. And truth be told, I'm not sure I would even pay that much for it. I would love a steam mop that does the same thing, but more than $50 and I have to wonder what kind of special plastic they used to make this stuff. Somebody must be buying it or else the price would be lower. And I'm sure Bissel's reputation is better than that infomercial item too, just to be fair.
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Ther are probably different options, but I've not found them. Even at $90, getting the full set of filters is only a quarter a day. I just replaced mine after about a year, and the unit is working a lot more efficiently. I did find that if you run a hand vac over the odor sensor, it works better too.
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On the other hand, buying bags would nearly obliterate the low-cost advantage.As for the filter, I rinse mine after brushing dust away, and replace it after it dries overnight.
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So I have retired from reviewing (and most all else in life). I have a better excuse for being answerless: I haven't installed the unit. So sorry. Best you go to their online site or call toask the manufacturer. Such questions also get spiffs of free filter(s). Most all major manufacturers life to hear from customers: You may get on a list of bargains on replacement filters, too. rclarknv
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I don't use mine all that much, but I haven't had to replace the filter yet. I do clean it after each use, but that's easy enough to do.
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There is no mention of recycling on the product or literature that I can find and it is referred to as a "disposable filter cartridge".
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I am very distressed to learn that the replacement filter is no longer available. This was a significant purchase for me as I am retired and living on Social Security. If I had known that the filters would be discontinued, I never would have made this purchase. I might as well just throw it away if the filter cannot be washed. I feel that Amazon.com should give those that purchased this unit a refund if it's been less than a year.
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It wouldn't hurt....with my filter the product it cleans it so well the filter absorbs a lot of dirt/debris, I've waited longer -up to even a week, and then it really needs replaced. I think a lot depends on the type of filter system. I use a Whisper Filter system.
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One also has to wonder why this unit is still being sold on Amazon at the full price of $285.19 if filters are not available. Be forewarned potential buyers!
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Most likely the reason it's not mentioned is the fact that it is very simple to clean and not a issue at all. The machine let's u know when any part needs attention and it is absolutely no problem at all. Warm soap/water with soaking is all there is to it. Very user friendly!
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please also be aware that Enviro could possibly have changed their sales strategies since the time I bought the filter over 10 years ago. Perhaps they now sell the filters and cartriges seperately on the initial purchases. I didn't want to mislead you.
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I am at least as confused as you are. The absence of any product support is very frustrating, I bought two units last year and vacuum at least twice a month. The units supposedly have a "change filter" sensor, but who knows? I have found that Amazon products seem attractive on price, but at the cost of little if any product support.