Can the hepa filter be cleaned? - Bionaire LC1460-U Air Purifier

Yes, you use these filters repeatedly by cleaning and maintaining it properly. If you are cleaning it for the first time then it is recommended that you must take the advice of an expert.

If the "flimsy filter you are talking about is a plastic or rubber foam you can clean with mild soap and warm water. Allow it to dry thoroughly before re-installing it. The HEPA filters are disposable items not meant to be cleaned. They are designed to be replaced and they sell filters on their website. In a pinch you could knock or tap in on a counter to knock out the loose debris and then using compressed air "like those sold in a can" can blow off more debris before reusing the filter. This is a temp fix and will reduce the efficiency of the filter and is not recommended unless you simply cannot get another filter.

HEPA is a type of air purifier. It stands for high-efficiency particulate air. To qualify as a HEPA filter by government standards the filter must remove 99.7% of all particles larger than 0.3 micrometers from the air. The following site lists the top 10 HEPA purifiers available online - http://www.air-purifiers-america.com/AP101_top10.asp.

Hi and welcome to DixYa, I am Kelly

The only two parts requiring any service are the activated carbon pre-filter and the HEPA filter. No tools are needed. To change either filter, disassemble the unit as shown.
1. Loosen the carrying handle by turning it counterclockwise and lift filter cage cover from unit.
2. Lift HEPA filter and activated carbon pre-filter from the base.
3. Remove the fasteners from the activated carbon pre-filter and remove it from the HEPA filter cartridge.
4. Replace filter(s) as needed, and discard used filters.
5. Wrap the activated carbon pre-filter around the HEPA filter cartridge and secure it with the fasteners provided

Pictures are here:
http://www.american-allergy-supply.com/hd/hwc.htm

Thanks for choosing FixYa,
Kelly

when the filter is full, pressing the button resets the cutout. either shake out the filter or replace with a new one.

you have had the thing for 8 mos try cleaning the hepa filter with a vacuum use the brush type attchment or u might have defective filters go to kaz.com or contact honeywell

To RESET the Electronic Filter Check:
When the filter check light remains on,it is time to check/clean the HEPA-Type
filters and reset the filter check,if needed. With the unit powered on,insert the tip of a ball-point pen or
paperclip into the hole next to the LED filter check light and hold for approximately 5 seconds until the
light turns off (Fig 5). Depending upon your individual usage (environment and hours used),you may need
to check and clean the filters more or less frequently. If the HEPA-Type filters are cleaned before the filter
check light turns on,the filter check should be reset at the same time.
These cleaning intervals are intended as guidelines only. Performance of any filter media is dependent
upon the concentration of contaminates going through the system. High concentrations of contaminates
such as dust,pet dander and smoking will reduce the useful performance of the filter.
NOTE:The HEPA-Type filters are not washable.
Fig.5

if you have a manual it will be on page 2 of the manual under cleaning and maintance. it willhave the picture there. if you don't have the manual. the hepa's go in first and they should snap on and the the carbon lays on top and then you put the back on the unti back on.

Where can I go in my town to get filters? I live in Vacaville,CA

The carbon filter should have the air passing through it first, before the hepa filter. The carbon filter removes the large particles which would otherwise block the hepa filter very quickly. Contact these guys if you need more help; http://www.bionaire.com/contactUs.aspx Hope this helps :)