Constellation filter

[fan-of-fans]

I have read some threads on here about the Constellation filter material, and how some use cheesecloth or a vacuum bag to replace it. I have a Penncrest version of a tilted Constellation for a while. When I got it the bag was full of dog hair and had a bag odor, but I saved what appears to be the original fiber filter. I moved the vacuum in the house recently and noticed the filter still has an odor. Can these be washed or best to replace with a new material? I also see Constellation filters on eBay and wondered if these are new to fit the newer Constellation or go on older units.

 

[gottahaveahoove]

If you see round filters, they're ok.

Some used felt. Some were "stitch witchery", (I THINK that's what it is).. It's like the fabric on the bottom of a mattress, only stiffer. Look on ebay. You can still see a lot of them there. I personally would advise on "chucking" that old, odorous filter.

 

[jmurray01]

Does the filter feel as firm as it did when it was new ? If so, then I'd give it a good clean and see if that cures the odour.

If it is worn out, replace it.

 

[1990740gl]

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I had the same problem! This is what you need to do. Go to JoAnn fabric, or a fabric store. Ask for Muslin. That's the stuff they use on sets to make walls and such. Use two layers of it and you will have a filter better then the original. That's what I use and it works amazing!