Air Filter

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.

Step 1

The first step is to locate the return duct. This is the one through which air return the heating and air conditioning. If you have a large house, there may be two of these. Remove vent to access filter

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. Remove screw to open cover

Step 3

It's amazing how effective these filters are. Just look at the particulates that are trapped! Examine filter

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.
Spray the filter with cleaner and water

Step 5

Allow the filter to dry.
Return the screen to the housing, close the cover and tighten the screw catches. Return filter to housing

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