Many of the vacuum cleaner filters that Crucial Vacuum manufactures are washable and reusable. An important part of vacuum cleaner maintenance is regular, thorough cleaning of the vacuum filter.
If the filter is not clean, the vacuum cleaner has to work harder to
absorb and eliminate dirt and allergens from your home. Improper
cleaning of the filter reduces the suctioning capability of the vacuum
cleaner over time. The dirt can also lead to clogging and
malfunctioning of the motor and other parts, making replacement the
only option.
Tools and Materials Needed:
Vacuum cleaner manual
Crucial Vacuum Washable Filter
Garbage can
Water
Step 1: Refer to Your Vacuum Cleaner Manual
You must clean your vacuum cleaner filter regularly, ideally after
every 3 or 4 uses. Loss in suction is also a sign that the filter needs
cleaning. A dirty filter can cause dust particles to settle on the
interior machinery, and over time the motor may die. Motor replacement
is very costly, and it is best to avoid these problems by regular
cleaning. Before you clean your vacuum filter, refer to the device
manual for installation instructions. Various vacuum
cleaners also have different filter types that can be detached and
cleaned in different ways. Remove the filter from the vacuum cleaner.
Step 2: Remove Excessive Dust
When you remove the dust from a vacuum filter, chances are it will
spread around in the air and settle on nearby surfaces. It is best to
take the filter outside, preferably to the garage or a dumpster, so
that you do not spread all the dust indoors. First, tap the filter
gently on the side of the garbage can so that most of the dust falls
in.
Step 3: Rinse the Washable Crucial Vacuum Filter
Cross-check the packaging before you wet the filter. If the filter is NOT washable, it will be adversely affected if you wash it. Rinse outside surface of filter
with running water.
Important: DO NOT BRUSH. DO NOT clean filter media
with abrasive materials. DO NOT scrub to clean between
pleats. This will permanently damage the filter’s ability to
stop dust and will void the warranty.
Step 4: Replace the Crucial Vacuum Filter
If you washed the filter, air-dry it thoroughly and completely before you replace
it in the vacuum cleaner. Once the filter is clean and dry, you can put
it back into the vacuum cleaner.
Note: Even with regular cleaning, most
vacuum filters have a specific lifespan, and must be replaced
regularly. For optimal performance, replace your Crucial Vacuum filter every 3 to 6 months. With proper
maintenance, your vacuum filter will aid in keeping your home clean and
free from dust and allergens.
Dry Filter Cleaning Instructions
Clean installed filter by simply tapping or shaking
the vacuum unit. To restore optimum airflow, remove filter,
tap end cap against a hard surface to loosen debris.
Dry use only. Do not use water to clean.
