Can I set the fan to run continually to filter out dust and pollen ?
785445
you have 2 screens one for fan to set it to on or auto. The other for heat or cool. Set either one to a temp that will make sure it won't come on and the fan to on and it will run continuously.
785446
Yes, you can set the fan to run continually. The filtration effectiveness depends on the filter.
335225
I have 2 indoor cats and run the circulating fan 12-18 hrs/day, so I change it monthly as to minimize air flow restriction that could increase the load output of the blower fan. Filters are inexpensive compared to HVAC repairs.
377932
There is a fan in the unit. If you want to use a filter, it would have to be custom made, and attached to the backside of the unit.
658095
Agree with other users. I'm using fan now in Az desert hike. No way I want it to turn off even in the cooler nights. Love the fan.
1454153
No. The fan runs as long as the unit is turned on. For 'this' unit Whynter considers its sleep/economy mode to be the energy saving mode. Please read my review for more information on the Sleep Mode.
1020836
I do believe it is more for removing smells and orders; but I can see as powerful as the fan is that it will remove pollen. But with that said I dont believe this is the type of filter or fan that your looking for.
1085442
Yes but these fans should be used as exhaust anyway (since heat rises), so a filter really isn't necessary. That is unless you have a really super dusty environment.I pull my front filter off about once a week and blow it out with a can of compressed air. It's usually a little dusty but never that bad.But you could put one on top if you wanted.
2065747
Yes, you could, however I don't think I'd recommend it. I've found on some hot humid days/nights, the fan will come on by itself and stay on for hours. It's because the attic geats so hot. This pulls the air conditioned air out of the house, so we always manually shut it off after it does it's (great) job of removing humidity during a shower etc.
1155325
No, the fan is *always on* and while not loud, is a constant distraction (adding about 50 dB of noise). Really bad design, Drobo!
774737
I use mine in the garage to filter and move the air around. I wouldn't try to use it as a dust collection system. I don't think it's designed for that type of application.
1714553
You can certainly use it to create a draft to have strong airflow. I haven't tried putting an allergy filter on one, but you could probably tie one on the back. That's going to slow the airflow, especially if it's dense enough to filter pollens. Plus, since you'd be filtering new air constantly, instead of filtering recycled air in a closed room like most air filter machines, the filter would need replacing very frequently. If you don't mind replacing it often, and with two fans to create strong air flow, this may be what you are looking for. If you need the filter, then you may also wish to make sure the intake window is sealed or blocked off where the fan doesn't fit so you don't get unfiltered air coming through the window above or to the side of the fan (depending on how the window opens).
1108884
You can easily turn it on/off manually. When the fan is running it will only stay on for the set time interval.
1803080
Easy to clean. I think you could put a filter in, there's room. However I don'tknow how a filter will effect performance. I can say this fan is called Whisper! It is noisy!!
1645175
The fan runs continuously, even after the unit has reached its desired temperature. There is no way to turn that feature off.
948120
Short answer, No. Now what I did is purchase the silverstone magnetic 120mm filters and placed them over the fans, I also have added a fan to the bottom of the case and removed the top large fan in place for a 240mm rad and installed 3 120mm fans there, all my fans blow into the case, with filters, and this causes the case to be pressurized, so air flows out of all the other little cracks, crevices, vents, and perforated metal, that keeps the dust out. I clean off the filters with my regular floor vacuum about once a week while I am vacuuming the floors.
1514583
Yes, the fan continues to run. In addition it works great and is taking out a container of water per day.
2198831
I would say it's possible but that's not really what it's designed for. It's used to blow dust out of jewellery and smaller spaces. The stream of air is decent but not enough for a fan. You should just get a can of compressed air like the kind you use to blow dust out of a computer. That would work much better