Filter Replacement...
CAUTION
:
Do not attempt to wash either the activated carbon pre-filter, the HEPA
filter or the CPZ™ filter. They are not washable and washing will damage the
filters.
With proper maintenance, your
Honeywell
air cleaner is designed to provide years of
high efficiency air cleaning. Your Honeywell air cleaner contains three filters: a activated
carbon pre-filter, a primary HEPA filter, and a CPZ™ odor and gas adsorbing filter.
The activated carbon pre-filter captures lint and other large particles and protects and
helps extend the life of the HEPA filter. It also helps reduce common household odors.
The pre-filter should be replaced at least every 3 months. You may need to replace the
pre-filter more often if the unit is used in a smoking environment or if unpleasant odors
persist. We
DO NOT
recommend operating the air cleaner without the activated carbon
pre-filter. The HEPA filter may become contaminated and begin to emit any odors
captured.
The primary HEPA filter should remain effective for 1 to 3 years, depending upon the
environment in which the air cleaner is operating. Honeywell recommends changing the
HEPA filter based upon these general guidlines–every 3 years for light usage, 2 years for
normal usage and 1 year for heavy usage.
The CPZ™ Filter Cartridge should be replaced at least every 6 months. Filter life
depends upon condition of use.
Our recommendations regarding filter replacement intervals are intended as guidelines
only. Life expectancy of any filter media is dependent on the concentration of the
contaminants to which the system is exposed. If there are sources of large amounts of
contaminant generation (such as woodworking or heavy smoking) the useful life of the
filter media in your air cleaner may be reduced.
Whenever the combined air resistance of the filtering system becomes excessive due to
the amount of contaminants they have captured, the air cleaner may begin to audibly
pulsate. Instead of a steady stream of air, rapid "puffs" of air may be felt at the outlet slot.
When this occurs, one of two conditions exists:
1. The activated carbon pre-filter is clogged and must be replaced.
2. If the unit continues to pulsate after a new pre-filter is installed, the useful life of the
HEPA filter or CPZ™ filter has been reached and must be replaced.
Replacement Filter s (cont’d.)...
Replacement filters may be purchased from the retail store or ordered from the dealer
where you purchased the product. If you cannot locate one in your area, please call
our Consumer Relations Dept. at (800) 332-1110 for assistance.
