Do you have to use the frabreeze filter? Is there regular filters for it I have asthma really bad and can't handle smells.
809783
No, you don't have to use the Febreze filter. it comes with a non-scented filter as well.
809784
I just went to the Bissell website and followed the directions to find parts fo the Total Floors Models. Go to Bissell dot com, and then choose Vacuums, Upright, and Total Floors. Then hit "Find my Parts and Supplies." Three options come up. Choose the vacuum to the farthest left, and then click on it. You will find a Style 9 Post-Motor Filter farther down the page, past all the Febreeze filter options.
809785
No fabreeze filter required. You can use any filter from a number of manufacturers that make aftermarket filters for this product.
809786
No you don't have to use the frabreeze filters, I don't have mine in and works fine....
1424957
I have sensitivities to chemical odors and they do not work for me. These are mostly for filtering submicron particles such as dust and pollen. If you want to filter chemical odors you need something with charcoal in it. I use "Air-Aid" Emergency masks. They are lightweight and have charcoal embedded in the fibers. They are use by police and fire departments and have been tested against chemical and biological weapons. Since I am very chemically sensitive I layer 2 masks on top of each other, but they work for me. Hope this helps.
26630
You can wash the filter, but it takes awhile to dry. I bought two HEPA filters for it, so there's a dry one to put in when I (occasionally) wash the other one.
2226590
I use the ceramic filters. At the time they said the red cross and unicef used them. That was good enough for me. I also read a review that said the stem on the black filter broke easy. I don't know if that was true, but I didn't have the money to try it to find out. I prefer tried and true. I LOVE my Berkey with the ceramic filters and they are very easy to clean. One of the best investments I've made for me and my family.
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The Alen BF35 filter does not fit this unit - it is for the BreatheSmart unit. The Breathesmart Fit50's are a different size. I purchased one of these units and will be returning it... I do not notice much difference in the air quality in my home. Perhaps it is because I am just using the standard filter that came with it, but I sure did not want to spend another $79 for a filter. It should have come with your choice of filters IMHO. I will say it is a nice portable, easy to move unit. I am just not sold on the effectiveness of it, and for the price, I expected more.
872539
Yes... I had the same problem... Changed to this filter, got better results. Was worried that is was for pet odors. I do not use it for smoke odors. It is used for office bathrooms...Better product...John
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I found the smell very objectionable. I use this Blueair to clean the air in my bedroom (saferoom) due to chemical sensitivities and allergies and cannot tolerate the smell. I have the new filter airing outside, waiting for it to off gas - it's been out there 3 days and nights and the smell is faint, but still there. Meanwhile, I vacuumed the old filter and am using it until the new is tolerable (it's been just under 6 months so not even too old yet).
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This model has the pair of activated charcoal filters that are fastened on top of the HEPA filter to deal with odors. There is a screen-style prefilter attached to the input vent that is supposed to catch the big stuff like actual hairs. Both this screen prefilter and the HEPA filter can be vacuumed; the pair of charcoal filters are disposable. If you don't want to use the charcoal filters, you can remove them and the purifier will work just fine using the prefilter and HEPA filter only.
699632
I am super allergic to fragrances so I use the free sent Febreeze, it still has a smell but its a fresh smell which I can tolerate. Give it a try, Walmart sells it.
1813624
You can use the filter that comes with it, however it needs to be rinsed each time you use it with soap and water. I don't use it at all. I use a paper filter.
640400
If your looking to use these filters outside of a furnace I recommend buy a square box fan buying a square filter the same size as your box fan attaching it to the back of said box fan. This is a fairly cheap way to get a large air filterer.
2105596
As far as I know no there are no filters. But my fan is having problems running already. If you have not already bought this fan don't buy one.
39593
While I'm not a smoker, my son is. It will take a minute or two to clear the air, but the tobacco smell will shortly go away. As noted in my review I'm very pleased with the HB and suggest adding the 3M Filtrete to the installed filter if you have allergy problems. For the money, the HB is a very good buy! I hope this helps you.
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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.
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Elizabeth-This is a particulate filter, it will NOT remove ANY odor as there is no activated charcoal to remove odors. I would recommend a nuisance filter mask as a minimum. A half face respirator would be a better choice. Also, if the odors are that strong, I would look at the MSDS for the fragrances and look into better ventilation as part of the solution. The fragrance manufacturer should be able to recommend what type of respirator cartrige would be best.
884065
Hi, I have 2 Aireox air purifiers. A new one has a filter in it that is good for a year. You will need to replace the filter each year after that.
924601
The aromatherapy option in the filter is not very elaborate. There is a tiny slot in the filter body where you can slide in a small block of peice that comes with the filter. The peice in itself looks like a small bar soap with ridges on one side. This is all it is. So if you want your own fragrances, then you will have to get something of that size that can slide into the slot.