Is the HEPA filter washable?
1437243
No, but it last for 12 months under normal use. If you have a relatively high useage, I would check it more often. On the other hand, the charcoal pre-filter that comes with most air cleaner units is washable and should be changed every 3 months which should help your HEPA filter last for the advertised 12 months (Google cleaning charcoal filters). And lastly, they do make "washable" HEPA filters...THEY ARE MORE EXPENSIVE and I haven't seen many good reviews.
722624
Filter is not washable. I added a charcoal pre-filter to extend the life of the filer. You can buy in bulk on amazon. And cut to fit the backing of your original filter. And use some duck tape to hold it down. Works excellent and the stuff is cheap.
210762
According to kaz.com which is the manufacturer the filter should be vacuumed not washed."The permanent HEPA filters are easy to clean - simply vacuum and replace back into the unit. "http://www.kaz.com/kaz/air-purifiers/products/honeywell-tower-air-purifier-hht-090/
823848
Continued The electrostatic filter is washable. I recommend placing a cut to fit washable foam filter in front of the permanent filter to prolong its life
370402
The filters are not washable in this unit. The HEPA filter should be replaced every 12 months and the Carbon filter should be replaced every 3 months per manufacturer recommendations.
210766
No. DO NOT wash these filters. They can be vacuumed or air blasted out doors.
26630
You can wash the filter, but it takes awhile to dry. I bought two HEPA filters for it, so there's a dry one to put in when I (occasionally) wash the other one.
991257
There is no HEPA filter. There is a dust filter but it does not qualify as HEPA.
1373655
Yes, it is my understanding that this filter is cleanable. I've had it less than 6 months, so haven't had to do it yet.
537238
It can be used as a prefilter only and can be cut to fit any purifier. No, it can't be washed or vacuumed.
1603408
You can't wash it but you can "dust bust" it or vaccuum it; eventually you will need a new one, but not each time it says "clean filter." The filters last a long time.
2046926
HEPA filters are not washable, and their function cannot be substituted. Why buy a unit that is this sophisticated and expensive, and then try to disable it's main use? The washable parts will need replacement due to wear, etc. but the whole filter pack needs to be replaced around once a year (depending on use).
1286119
No, it does not have any removable, washable filter. I use a Q-tip type thing to remove dust as needed, once or twice a year.
638292
Yes, I've taken the filter in the upright section out several times and washed it. It's a spongey foam material that takes a bit of time to dry fully, but it can be washed. Leave it out for a solid 24 hrs to dry after washing, though, because even the slightest moisture will gunk up the filter with dirt.
1331688
No. The HEPA filter is a cylindrical core at the middle of the cyclone, which may be removed for washing.
917986
This filter is washable. Because I have a Labrador inside I wash mine about once a month. Vacuuming at least once a week usually twice. I have a spare set of this filter to put use while the one I wash is drying.
26632
Yes it is washable, but like stated takes a while to dry. I use this in our RV and it works great; but I keep an extra filter on hand.