What is the filter media? Holw often do you need to clean/replace the filter?
1342660
This pump includes filter foam and media. The media is sealed inside of the plastic but the foam can be removed and cleaned.
708184
Hi. From what I could gather from the instruction, the filter screen is a rinse and reuse item. No replacement necessary. I imagine if you used it so much that you just totally wore it out, you would just replace the while thing. Otherwise, just rinse, it seems.
1450994
I think that's the membrane I use for mine. Keep in mind that's the membrane, so it doesn't need replaced as often as the filters.
96534
It has a small filter that comes with it. I replace it every so often. I use it just because it has it. I guess you wouldn't have to.
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.
699481
The filter will accumulate dirt just like a normal filter. Each month I check it and clean it, wash it off with a garden hose. Actually whether it needs it or not but it is usually dirty and it cost me nothing. Bye.
1977031
just filter changes..I'm sure you'd want to wipe it down etc just as a matter of normal cleaning though
2170248
According to the owner's manual, the filter does not need to be replaced; it is reusable. The filter can be cleaned with warm water, but if it has a thick layer of lint/dust/whatever, I would suggest gently scraping that off with a toothbrush or something similar before cleaning it with water.
619639
Could be a filter. I don't remember anymore. I got rid of the unit a while back after it quit on me after 6 months.
934784
The rear filter comes out easily and you can simply wash it or use the garden hose to rinse off. Behind the filter screen you must use a small vacuum to clean the dust from fan cylinders themselves. Not difficult and no replacement filter is necessary if cleaned regularly.
1656395
I assume your asking if the filter needed to be replaced and the answer is no. That said, after several weeks of continuous operation there was more dust on the outside of the unit than the filter. I wouldn't recommend this unit to anyone.
1784123
You probably need to clean the filter every week until it seems cleaner. It is never completely cleaned but you can see through the water. Hope that helps.
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.
1403284
I don't use mine all that much, but I haven't had to replace the filter yet. I do clean it after each use, but that's easy enough to do.
664166
Sorry, I can't help with this. I returned the item due to poor performance and didn't have it long enough to have to clean the filter. Good luck.
2205705
no you have to buy the filtering media separately but trust me we got this for a nasty turtle tank and the thing is crystal clear and you only have to clean the media out like once a month. the media can last about a year if you just take it out and flush it under hot water. best thing is the pump is very quiet and easy to set up the only thing is when you unpack the hoses you might have to twist them the opposite direction because they tend to want to curl SunSun Canister Filter Media SetAbove is the link to what you will want to get it might help to buy 2 of them so that you will be set for a while. by far the best filtration system for the money. no you have to buy the filtering media separately but trust me we got this for a nasty turtle tank and the thing is crystal clear and you only have to clean the media out like once a month. the media can last about a year if you just take it out and flush it under hot water. best thing is the pump is very quiet and easy to set up the only thing is when you unpack the hoses you might have to twist them the opposite direction because they tend to want to curl SunSun Canister Filter Media SetAbove is the link to... » Read More no you have to buy the filtering media separately but trust me we got this for a nasty turtle tank and the thing is crystal clear and you only have to clean the media out like once a month. the media can last about a year if you just take it out and flush it under hot water. best thing is the pump is very quiet and easy to set up the only thing is when you unpack the hoses you might have to twist them the opposite direction because they tend to want to curl SunSun Canister Filter Media SetAbove is the link to what you will want to get it might help to buy 2 of them so that you will be set for a while. by far the best filtration system for the money. « Show Less
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All you need to do is rinse it off in some of tank water you take out after a water change. If you rinse it in the sink you you wash away or kill the beneficial bacteria that grows on the media. It takes a long time for the media to deteriorate to the point it needs to be replaced but it does need to be cleaned in old tank water once a month. Maybe every other month depending on the bio load.