I have not purchased the humidifier that uses this filter yet, but on average how long does this filter last a rough estimate?
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The outer shell will fall apart in about a year of use, but the filter itself can survive much longer. Mine split at the seam, so it's no longer round, but it still fits in the humidifier, and does its job. Cleaning the filter every week (especially if you have hard water) will degrade the material over time. I've used one in this manner for 3 years so far.
676334
That's about it... The one that came with the cleaner lasted about that long as well.. After average use of once a week and occasional cleaning of the filter, I replace them in 10-12 months. If you have pets, more often probably!!
629483
It mainly depends on how dirty is the air in your place. I replaced mine (the main expensive filter) after 3 years. But I think I could easily have stretch out to 4+ yrs. As far as the outer dust filter, I replace it annually or just wash and use. There was no instructions on that.
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Is the tank full? If yes, it is time to change the water filter. To troubleshoot: remove the water filter (it unscrews from the tank lid) and try without the filter. If it works fine the filter is clogged and needs to be replaced. These filters become slower with time and after a few months of heavy use they don't let through enough water to keep up with the needs of the humidifier. This year, I had two of those filters be bad right out of the package (they did not let through enough water even when new) and I had to exchange them for new ones (thanks Amazon for making this so easy!). By the way: it is perfectly fine to operate the humidifier without the filter, at least temporarily, but there is more white dust on all surfaces when there is no filter installed and the silver ions in the filter keep the tank from getting all slimy and stinky.
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I didn't use mine long enough to need a filter change. But from experience with other humidifiers, you should change the filter when it becomes discolored. The filter is you wick for moving the water to the top. When you notice a change in the amount of steam, the wick is no longer effective.
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Depends on house water. If you have good water, conditioned or water softener. It is real easy. Every second time you refill the water tanks just take the bottom part that holds the filter to the sink. fill the sink with water with the filter in the sink. with the drain plugged and run the water into the center of the filter to back flush the filter. After the water is running thru rinse the bottom part of the humidifier and the p2 cartridge. Put the filter and p2 cartridge back into the base when rinsed. take base and filter back where your using the humidifier, Refill the water tanks and install them, Your done. After a couple times you'll see how dirty the filter gets between rinsing and you can adjust the cleaning frequency to your house and water conditions. I have a water softener and only have to clean it about once a month. I DO TURN THE FILTER OVER every time I refill the water containers so the filter doesn't get dried out. If you have real hard water you will have to clean more often and probably replace filter if it gets too clogged up once in the middle of the season. That little blue plastic thing (P2 cartridge) in the bottom of the humidifier will help to control hard water too and you can get them at Wall Mart and other stores like that. I really like mine and first one lasted three years then I dropped it and broke it I now have my second one and am more careful not to drop it.
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If this is right after you put water in the humidifier, let it sit for 5-10 minutes and then turn on. The water needs to permeate the filter and the machine before running. If that isn't it, I fear your machine has issues that are too severe to fix.
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I believe mine lasts about 2-3 months. I fill about a pitcher a day or so. I do notice some of the black bits ( charcoal?) floating on top of the filter before it goes through but that's all. My unfiltered water is in the 280 range.
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I think that info should be in the instructions the humidifier came with. Im sorry. Our filter does not need changing yet.
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I don't have answer for this question. But I should let you know that this one was broken within two months. Then I had to buy another humidifier.
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I have had my humidifier for three years now and have never had a problem. I think if it were mine I would clean it very,very well with bleach then use water conditioner they sell for them I use the little blue ball and water conditioner both.
562948
I've been running it on low for the last 6 weeks. I have had no problems with it. Only time I turn if off is to clean it once a week. I let the filter dry for about an hour. No issues.
714250
Honeywell tells me it will last from one to three years depending on how much you run machine. You should be able to tell because eventually the outside of the filter will turn sort of pale beige/yellow compared to the inside, which will still be white. You can also vacuum it to prolong life. Just use a soft brush and don't damage the paper folds.
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I only use my humidifier in the winter months because of my high efficiency wood burning fireplace. The humidifier reduces the dust and puts moisture back into the air. Replacing the filter each winter is enough for me. Flip the filter every couple of weeks to keep each end of the filter wet or else it will fall apart. The filter doesn't wick completely and the dryness on one end causes problems.
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Depending on the amount of use, your filters should last 3-6 months easily. You can greatly extend the life of the filter by using a small hand vacuum or dust blower to clean the filter regularly.
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I have only used it for about 6 weeks. Every other week I took out the filter and put it in a diluted vinegar solution over night. I hope that the filter will be cleaned and lasts a little longer.
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On the old models I changed every 30 days. This one, with filter A, says it will last 3-6 months. I haven't had this one long enough to know for sure.