My New Aerus Vacuums

[GM1982]

I am definitely looking forward to seeing what the new upright is about... I tried doing internet searches, sometimes your find articles or news releases, but nothing. I will definitely be trading my current Guardian Upright for one, just hope it has better features similar to the platinum, if they go that route, then I think in the near future, Aerus could really outshine Riccar, Miele and perhaps Sebo.

There has to be some information by now for dealers ?

 

[electromatik]

I wonder if the new upright will feature the patented double HEPA filtration? Aerus/Electrolux uprights are basically canisters on a stick. The power nozzles are basically the same on the uprights as on the canisters. The new upright will have the new power nozzle I would assume with LED light. I just hope it will return to on board attachments.

 

[cue003]

Is the double Hepa necessary? What is the frequency and cost to replace both those Hepa filters?

 

[electromatik]

No, it isn't necessary. They are trying to produce the best possible filtration, just like Miele with it's 2 filters. They could blow dust like most of the rest but instead they tried to come up with something that would benefit. The first filter is 3 months, same as most filters. The afterfilter is lifetime filter but I would change it some.

 

[cue003]

@electromatik,

thanks for that. I was wondering the cost compared to some of the others out there since the HEPA filters on other brands such as Miele aren't cheap I was thinking that since you would have to replace 2 now on the Lux that could get pricey per year on filters.

But it sounds like you only need to change one of them on a regular basis and the other every couple of years maybe. Is that about right?

 

[luxman107]

The aerus lux after filter should be replaced every five years .. The after bag filter is recommended to be changed every six bags.. For a lot of people that is one a year or more, for me that would be every six months.. I have a German shepherd that sheds a lot.. I also vacuum everything above the floor. I don't believe in feather dusters or dusting cloths which just rearranges the dust and doesn't get rid of it

 

[kirbyloverdan]

Mike

you are right it will be at least one year for the HEPA behind the bag and 5 years for the after motor filter .

This Aerus is awsome I love it more every day .

Dan

 

[electromatik]

Really??

Every five years? The Aerus website claims it's a lifetime filter. I assumed they meant life of the machine, but still, 5 years is quite long enough to not worry about cost. The better the filtration, the better I love it!

 

[luxman107]

Here a quote from the aerus lux website which says long life

Unique Double HEPA Filtration

A 4-stage process, unique double HEPA filtration and a sealed system take cleaning to a higher power:
Filter Bag - Home Solutions Filter Bags are 4 times more effective at capturing dust and tiny particles than the previous 4-ply design.
True HEPA Filter - Significantly improves indoor air quality by trapping and retaining 99.97% of particles as small as 0.3 microns.
Carbon Filter - A high porosity, activated charcoal filter follows the True HEPA filter to effectively reduce odor and moisture.
LongLife True HEPA Filter - Before the air is released back into the environment, it passes through the LongLife HEPA filter to capture any tiny particulates that may still exist.

 

[kirbyloverdan]

I thought

It said lifetime too I had to read it several times before it clicked in .
I usually see what I want to see but filters are never lifetime at
Least I would never not change a filter .

Dan

 

[kirbysthebest]

I downloaded the manual

It says every five (5) years for the after filter.

dans le manuel.
To Replace HEPA Long Life Afterfilter
• The HEPA Long Life afterfilter should be
replaced at least every 5 years to keep the unit
running at optimal performance.
• Open the afterfilter door on the underside of the
canister. (46)
• Slide the old HEPA Long Life afterfilter out
and discard. Replace with a new HEPA Long
Life afterfilter (47). The diagonal grid on the
afterfilter should face down.
• Replace the afterfilter door by snapping into
place.

sorry the cut and paste from the PDF caused the formatting to kind of fall apart.

 

[electromatik]

Thanks luxman!

That clears it up, and long life is good enough for me as 5 years is quite long.

 

[kirbyloverdan]

Thank you

Harley ,


That was very kind of you to post that .


 


Dan

 

[cue003]

Thanks for the answers. How much does each Hepa filter cost?

 

[GM1982]

So I went on Aerus website earlier today...and there is a chat feature. I asked the customer service person if there were plans for a new upright, here is what she said:


At this time we are not planning on introducing a new upright vacuum cleaner. I am not aware of any plans to introduce one in the near future.


YOu may check back in a few months, though because we introduce products at different times throughout the year.

Whether or not she was telling the truth, remains to be seen... So I guess no upright

 

[luxman107]

My guess is th CSR person doesn't have clue. The people on this forum are usually more reliable for information

 

[luxman107]

Btw, thanks again for the tip on the bags Dan. Aerus, lux is sending me a box for free of the thicker new bags.

 

[luxman107]

No problem Christopher, I am happy to be part of,this great thread

 

[luxman107]

No problem Christopher, I am happy to be part of,this great thread

 

[GM1982]

I hope your correct, but she works for the company, many people on here just seem to be collectors, enthusiasts or past vac shop owners. I hope they come out with an upright with on board tools or direct connect hose, LED headlight, suction control maybe even swivel.