Is it possible to clean the filters? If not, then when should you consider throwing them out?
1640285
Absolutely you can clean the filters , you can rinse the filters with cool running water and one filter can last for months. its been three months so far since I've actually replaced a filter . I purchased a pack of three filters and I'm still on the first one using this method .
1640286
The best way to clean them is vacuuming them with a vacuum. When you can no longer get them somewhat clean it is time for a new one. The cleaner they are the more suction the vacuum will have.
289685
I've found that vacuuming the filter and cleaning extends the life of the filter, buy you'll eventually have to replace the filter
211953
When this happen to me I replaced them with these from Amazon. I dump out the grinds then rinse them very well after each use. This seems to help at least in my case. I have found that if you let the grinds sit in the filter until the next day it is much harder to get the filter clean.
248597
What I've done was made sure that I allowed the filters to completely dry out once a week. And if I remembered made sure to wash the filters. I washed in the dishwasher and worked fine. I may start to wash more by hand with vinegar as that may allow the filters to last longer...in my opinion. I hope this helps.
697521
I have not had that problem. I do clean the canister and filters often though.
1404499
nope but I would clean my filter and see if that helps,,,i clean mine once a month,, love the machine,,, also u might be allergic to pets..do u have pets.
294752
The filters will last for many years. Scrub them clean with the scrubby side of a sponge on a regular basis is all you need to do. I would NOT suggest using chemical cleaners on the filters.
1537167
I use unbleached filters and throw them away. I don't use the permanent filter.
1952327
It's probably a dirty filter. You can wash and dry them or buy a new ones for about $12 each (pre-canister and HEPA). Made a world of difference when I cleaned mine--wondered why it ran like doo-doo after 10 years since they're supposed to never lose suction. Apparently they aren't miracle machines--you do need to clean/replace the filters occasionally.
1617817
Typically they come with two of the actual filters. When the one in the unit gets too much stuff in it, turn it inside out and use a soft bristle toothbrush to scrape most of the filtered mess into the trash. Then put the clean one in the unit and throw the dirty one in your next load of wash (still inside out). When the load of wash is done just hang out the filter to dry (not to insult your intelligence but don't try them in the dryer.)
1598063
one of your filters has gone bad. Part of this system being junk is that the filters are junk. You can call the manufacturer but they will likely decline to give you a new one. Tell them that you just bought it and see if they'll send you one. They know their system is junk but they keep selling it anyway.
824772
Sorry, I don't know. I have not cleaned the filter yet, I didn't fell it needed it. If the instructions aren't clear I would call the company.
1489130
After about a year they get so plugged full of algae the filter will not work very well. At that point they should be replaced. You can clean them, but holding hundreds of 1/2 inch disks in front of the spraw of water gets tiring.
1432188
I clean mine more frequently but that is different for every system. I usually get 3-4 cleanings per filter and I know it is time to throw it away when the pressure stays high after cleaning.
985489
I usually bang as much dust out of it as I can when I empty the bin. Then just vacuum the filter itself whenever it seems to be REALLY dirty. We've got 3 of the HEPA filters and just rotate them in and out.
1403282
I bought replacements w the vacuum but I haven't had to use them yet. Instead when I go to empty the vacuum, I also clean out the filter (I use gloves and a face mask, I def wouldn't do it without those things).Otherwise, I'd probably switch it out every month or so (I use it to vacuum my studio).
28742
The filters can initially be vacuumed, but at some point they do need to be replaced. We have been quite satisfied with the performance of our units. When one (we have five units) failed, the unit was replaced without a problem.