Instructions for washing Philips HEPA 13 washable filter
The document explains how to rinse the pleated side of the HEPA 13 filter under a slow‑running hot tap, turn the filter 180° and repeat the flow to remove dirt. It warns not to use a brush and notes that cleaning does not restore the original colour but restores filtration performance.
After rinsing, the filter should be shaken to remove excess water and left to dry for at least two hours before reinstalling. The filter can be cleaned a maximum of four times, after which it must be replaced.
| Maximum cleaning cycles | 4 times |
|---|---|
| Drying time | At least 2 hours |
The filter can be cleaned up to four times before it must be replaced.
No, the filter should never be cleaned with a brush.
Allow the filter to dry for at least two hours before putting it back into the vacuum cleaner.