Many of the filters that Crucial Vacuum manufactures are Washing your filter is an important part of vacuum If your filter is not clean, your vacuum will have a hard time absorbing and eliminating dirt. Improper cleaning of the filter reduces the suction capability of the vacuum over time. You should ideally clean your filter after every 3-4 uses. Before cleaning your filter you should refer to the vacuums manual. When removing dust from the filter, chances are it will spread around the air, it is best to take the filter outside. Tap the filter gently on the side of the garbage so that most of the dust falls out. If your filter is NOT washable, it will be adversely affected if you wash it. Rinse the outside surface of filter with cold-luke warm running water (do not use soap). If you washed the filter, air-dry 24-48 hours before you replace it in the vacuum. Once the filter is clean and dry, you can put it back into

Do not brush your filter. Do not clean you filter with abrasive materials. Do not scrub your filter between the pleats. *Even with regular cleaning, most vacuum filters have a specific lifespan and must be replaced regularly. your Crucial Vacuum filter every 3-6 months. Check out our entire family of AirSpeed® vacuums. All designed to move more air, and remove more dirt. / Frequently Asked Questions Where can I purchase a CleanStream� filter to fit CleanStream� Filters are available on this website. CleanStream� Filters are also available in both stores and online at most retailers who sell wet/dry vacuums and Home Depot, Lowe's, Sears, Menards & Do it Best Hardware stores in the United States. Lee Valley & Canadian Tire in Canada You can also purchase CleanStream� Filters directly from Gore by calling us at 1(800)758-6755, Monday � Friday between the hours of 8am � 5pm Eastern Time. Can I retrofit your filter to fit my older

CleanStream� Filters should only be used on the specific wet/dry vacuum model they are designed to fit.� We have not tested the filter for other applications and cannot make any claims or assumptions in regards to performance.� We DO NOT recommend retrofitting ourmetropolitan vacuum cleaner inc CleanStream� filters on any other wet/dry vacuum or dust collection system thanvacuum cleaner bags for simplicity it was originally designed to fit.� Doing so will void your product warranty.currys.ie vacuum cleaners How often do I need to wash the filter? For the CleanStream� Pro Filters which are fully washable, this will depend upon use.�� To restore optimum

airflow, we recommend removing the filter and tap the end cap against a hard surface to loosen debris.� Additional debris can be removed by rinsing the outside surface of the filter with running water.� Avoid dampening of the inside of the filter and allow the filter to completely air dry after washing IMPORTANT: DO NOT BRUSH OR USE COMPRESSED AIR TO CLEAN THE FILTER.�� Do not use abrasive materials or scrub to clean between the pleats.�� This will permanently damage the filter�s ability to stop fine dust and will void the 1-year limited warranty. If I used the filter to pick up water, can I move to dry particles to pick up? How long do I need to wait to pick up the dry which are fully washable, typically, you can pick up wet or dry particles without issue and do not have to wait.�� If however, you pick up cement or drywall dust, then you pick up water, you will need to immediately clean and rinse both the filter and inside of the vacuum to prevent the cement or drywall

dust from hardening into concrete or a �mud-like� substance that cannot be easily removed.� We do not recommend that our CleanStream� filter and a typical wet/dry vacuum be used to pick up any hazardous materials that the vacuum was originally intended to pick up.� If I don't see my filter on your list will you ever For older wet/dry vacuum models that have been discontinued, most likely, we will NOT produce replacement filters for these vacuums because it would be cost prohibitive due to low volumes and consumer demand for this product. Will we consider introducing new replacement filters for wet/dry vacuum models in the future? If you have a newer wet/dry vacuum model and our current filter offering does not meet their needs, please send and we will record your e-mail address in our customer database and should the product become available in the future, we will notify you via e-mail to let you know.

I have no suction in my vacuum, what's happening? Is the filter clogged with dust? If so, remove the filter and tap the end cap against a hard surface to loosen debris.� Additional debris can be removed by rinsing the outside surface of the filter with running water.� Vacuum suction and filter performance should recover as What If the inside of the filter the filter to completely air dry before next use and the vacuum suction and filter performance should recover as usual. What If the filter comes in contact with soapy water or high levels of surfactants or solvents? These materials will �wet-out� our filter media and allow water to pass through the filter media.� It will also damage the filter�s ability to be cleaned and reused and will void the 1-year limited product warranty.� If this occurs, the filter will need to be replaced.� I need a washer? Gore does not provide rubber gaskets or wing nuts for the Craftsman RED or RIDGID HEPA replacement filters any more.��

If they do not have the original filter nut that came with their vacuum, they can locate them via the following links to Sears & Home Depot�s websites in order to obtain these parts.�� If my vacuum states I can vacuum mold and your filter is a HEPA filter, why are you telling me I shouldn't vacuum mold? We DO NOT recommend that our CleanStream� filters be used in conjunction with a typical wet/dry vacuum to pick up ANY hazardous materials.� These consumer wet/dry vacuums may have leaking hoses, or other connections that could contaminate the air.� Any CleanStream� Filter that was used for hazardous material pick-up will void the 1-year limited warranty and should be properly disposed of. Any hazardous materials should be collected with equipment specifically engineered for these applications.� You should contact a mold remediation contractor. These specialists are licensed by the state you live in and educated in the safest, most efficient ways to