Originally Posted By: kmcmahon This post was automatically imported from our archived forum.
Never saw a metal furnace filter before. Looks like the type for stovetops. Is this correct? Blowermotor was very dirty and this didn’t appear to be very effective.
Originally Posted By: rcallis This post was automatically imported from our archived forum.
Kevin
Most of these type filters are supposed to be electrostatic, that one looks like a builders or contractors grade. They are coated with something to attract the dirt. They are to be washed about once a month. If kept clean they do a fair job.
Originally Posted By: aslimack This post was automatically imported from our archived forum.
I believe you can hose them, cleaner side to dirty side so as not to force the dirt into the filter. I think the dishwasher as well. I always recommend following the manufacturers instructions printed on the end of the filter.
Originally Posted By: aslimack This post was automatically imported from our archived forum.
Follow up to my last reply. I also recommend they have a temporary backup, due to the fact that they don’t want to put the filter back in wet. A cheaper paper version will suffice. You don’t have the option of not using the furnace around here in Jan., Feb., etc., while the filter is drying.
