Does anyone know why this the prefilter is described as "electrostatic." There appears to be no electrodes or DC voltage supplies internally.
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When you have a synthetic fiber in the mix of the material for the filter then you can have a static effect on ionized particles passing through it. When that happens then there will be an attraction of the particles to the filter instead of them passing through and so you attract smaller particles than if the electrostatic effect were not there.
629315
It's more correct to call it Triboelectric and the results don't really match real life usage. See this site for lots of great information on this and other dust collection information: http://wynnenv.com/?s=triboelectric
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Here's the answer to how electrostatic filters work (from eHow.com) -- "The secret to the electrostatic air filter's effectiveness is the polyurethane and polypropylene blends used in the filtering material. The fibers have been formulated so that when air passes by them, they generate strong static charges. Separate layers of filtration material also receive opposite charges (positive and negative). Since positively charged particles are attracted to surfaces with negative static charges and vice versa, the filtration media can actually attract airborne particles like a magnet and hold on to them until the filter is cleaned. When a particle of dust, mold, fungi or any other airborne matter comes from the HVAC system and through the ducts toward the filter, it first passes through a synthetic filter layer with a positive static charge. This positive charge gets transferred to the airborne particle. Then the particle passes through a layer with a negative charge, and it is attracted to that layer's surface. The more layers of oppositely-charged filtration media there are in the filter, the more effectively it can prevent airborne particles from entering the room."
781995
I'm not sure so I would contact the manufacturers of the system and the filters. If it does not I am sure they would have an experts answer to your problem.
997905
The high voltage may be produce ozone, which has a distinctive smell. The air produced by the air purifier does not have the smell of ozone, unlike cheaper electrostatic precipitation systems!
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I would try to disasemble the cover and impeller and reasemble make sure all parts are on correctly and make sure to prime.it correctly,DO NOT plug in the filter until all air is out of the system. Good luck!! Hope this helps!!
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My system shut off after a couple months of being installed as well (240v). I removed canister and electrodes appeared to have a lot of buildup, so I made a little brass brush on a handle that I could get inside and clean the elements. after doing this several times and rinsing (water came out rust colour), I replaced and it is working fine. Will wait and see how long this one lasts. I clamped it and was only pulling about 2-3 amps initially, but after a couple days it is now up to 10-11 amps per leg.
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You can buy one of the very small internal filters and run it with Matrix or Seachems DeNitrate. Hagens Elite Mini (an electric internal) or the Elite Sponge Filter (air driven). Replace all or part of the sponge media with Matrix. Either would work.
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I am not aware to any way to adjust the current. Maybe a dense planting around the filter work do the trick..
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My first assumption is in the filter wiring, or construction. This is assuming you are not using any other cables. If you are, first try changing the cable, and see if it helps. If not, contact Amazon about replacement.
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Contact John Chen at, sales@ispringfilters.com. He can give you exact items needed. They also sell filter supplies for this unit and can answer any tech questions you may have. I rate them 5 stars, higher if there was such a thing I've been their customer for 3 years and have had this system and have had excellent service from them.
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Alex,I installed the pre-filter. Unfortunately it didn't solve the problem and even with the pre-filter the main filters clogged up in about three weeks. I live in NYC and our water is consistently rated very highly. I've never heard that it is high in sediments. I was happy with the old filters for a few years and was on the Water for Life program. After my recent experiences I cancelled WFL and am searching for a non-Aquasana replacement system.
951990
The filter is not connected to the electrical output--it just filters the air as it is brought through the machine from the fan. It works quite well.
2031901
Sheri. The pump needs electricity to run. You can have an electrician take electricity to it, though costly. Or, you can get a very heavy duty outdoor long extension cord. There's danger involved with that. I wouldn't turn on the filter that's on an electric extension cord and leave the house, or have children or animals near it when it is plugged in. Possible fire and or shock danger. IMO
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Yes it is an "active" filter and as such requires a 12vdc connection. It cones with a toggle switch per wired inline on the "hot" wire
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It may be the carbon filter. It will take a little time for the carbon "dust" to rinse through the system.... it's the same idea in fish aquarium filters, you always want to rinse them before installing them in the tank....
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It only has a plastic air filter that is "ionized" (think static electricity) to attract/remove particulates from the air. Neither unit really "purifies" the air.
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Hi Mike, I have a meter that measures TDS. This will usually run around 30ppm. When it increases to over 100ppm and/or output significantly decreases, I replace the membrane. I have not yet replaced the prefilters but monitor them visually.
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I apologize to you that I am unable to answer this question for you. I ordered the filters but I had someone else install it for me, so I have no idea of what you are asking me. I am so sorry! The person I had install it, had no problem at all and it works super great for me! I just cannot answer your question. I would try contacting the company and asking them.