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Cleaning an Air Filter |
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Air filters do exactly what they say, filter the air and need periodic cleaning. Two type of filters are common: washable and disposable. In this section, we clean the filter. This increases air flow, reduces load on the fan motor and prevents build-up on the ducts. If you are really concerned about air quality you might also explore the use of Indoor Air Purifiers. |
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Items needed:
Screw driver
Cleaning spray |
Safety Suggestions and Tips
Be sure that unit is off!
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Level of difficulty
 Time Required: 1 hours
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Steps |
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Step 1: The first step is to locate the return duct. This is the one through which air returns to the heating and air conditioning unit. If you have a large house, there may be two of these. |
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Step 2: Using a screw driver, loosen the catch to open the cover. Be careful if this is a ceiling mount as the filter may drop right out. |
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Step 3: It's amazing how effective these filters are. Just look at the particulates that are trapped! |
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Step 4: Using a household cleaner, heavily spray the filter and rinse with hot water. The filter should be clean and allow a free flow of air. Return the screen to the housing, close the cover and tighten the screw catches. |
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