Purchasing a washable air conditioner filter is a great decision if you use your air conditioner frequently. It allows you to save money over the course of the year because you are not consistently buying disposable filters, your home will become more energy efficient and it is less of a hassle. The perks of washable air conditioner filters are lost, however, if you do not keep up with the maintenance. They don't need to be cleaned often, but they do need to be cleaned to keep working correctly and purifying the air that keeps your home cool in the sweltering summer months.
How Do You Clean Washable Air Conditioner Filters?
There are two types of filter units and it is very easy to distinguish which one you have just by examining it. If you look at it closely you will see whether you can simply slide the washable air conditioner filter out of the slot, or it may be the other kind, and there are small clips that need to be adjusted before you can remove the washable air conditioner filter.
You should then quickly vacuum the washable air conditioner filter to get off the dust that is not embedded on the filter. It is easier than washing it off. After that’s done, you have a few options of how you can wash it. You can soak it in a bucket or bathtub full of water or you can take it outside and spray it with the hose.
Make sure your washable air conditioner filters are completely dry before returning them to the air conditioner unit. If not, they can get moldy or release a musty smell. They may need to sit outside in the sun for a while to dry, or you can pat them dry with a towel.
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