Austin Air Replacement Filters---Top 3 Questions Answered

Austin Air replacements lasts so long that it’s easy to misplace the information about the filters by the time you’re ready for a new filter. Here are answers to the 3 most frequent questions that we are often asked here at PurerAir.com

1. How can I tell if the filter needs replacing?

Your nose knows when the filter is at the end of its life. A carbon filter that is full will put out a sweet odor. And even if it doesn’t, anytime the air smells anything but fresh, and clean when your purifier is running is an indication that your filter is full.

2. Can I replace the filter with a different filter than the original one?

If your purifier is a standard size and was made after 1995, then your case is big enough to hold any of the newer replacement filters including the Pet Machine and the Bedroom Machine filters.

The same is true for junior size purifiers. If it was made after 1995, you can replace your filter with any junior size filter.

However, if your filter was made before 1995 (and there are plenty of them out there that still work), the case is only big enough for the HEGA or Allergy Machine replacement filter.

3. What difference does the light or dark-colored filter make?

This color choice is totally aesthetic. For purifiers that are white or sandstone, a light-colored pre-filter makes the unit look more cohesive through the tiny holes on the bottom two thirds of the unit. And if your purifier is Black or Silver, the dark-colored pre-filter looks better. They both work the same way.

See the complete line of Austin Air Replacement Filters from PurerAir.com now at http://purerair.com/replacement_filters.html

Take good care,
Debbie Davis, President
PurerAir.com
(800) 997-2989

Austin Air Replacement Filters from PurerAir.com

Here at PurerAir.com we are often asked about the differences between Austin Air filters, and the uses for which they are intended. Here is a brief description of the filter make-up of the 5 filters Austin Air offers, and the best uses of each. The following descriptions apply to both the standard and junior size filters.

All of the filters contain a large and medium particle pre-filter for removing particles you can see; a HEPA or high efficiency particle arresting filter for eliminating particles down to .3 microns in size. It is the 4th and 5th filter that will be described below.

HEGA Filter—-Contains a 4th filter of military carbon cloth. This gives an extra level of particulate removal, and its carbon composition makes it excellent for removing gases and odors.

HealthMate---The 4th filter contains carbon zeolite. This makes it an excellent all-purpose filter that is effective at chemical, odor, and gas elimination.

HealthMate Plus—-The 4th filter contains carbon zeolite “plus” potassium iodide. This makes it effective at removing airborne chemicals.

Pet Machine---The 4th filter contains carbon zeolite with ammonasorb. It is best at removing pet urine odor.

Bedroom Machine Air Purifier---This is a combination of the HealthMate and the HEGA filters. The 4th filter is carbon zeolite as in the HealthMate, and the additional 5th filter is carbon cloth that is found in the HEGA series. Endorsed by the National Sleep Foundation, it is the newest addition to filter series.

All replacement filters are in stock and ship free. Shop for Austin Air Replacement Filters now at http://purerair.com/replacement_filters.html or call us now at (800) 997-2989.

Take good care,
Debbie Davis, President
PurerAir.com
(800) 997-2989

Replacing Austin Air Filters---3 Easy Steps

Austin Air Purifiers are so low maintenance that you don’t need to change the filters for 5 years or longer. So it’s easy to forget how to do it. The good news is that in 3 easy steps you can get the old filter out, the new filter in, and be set for another 5 years. Here’s how.

1. Unplug the unit and turn it up side down. Unscrew the 4 screws that hold the bottom plate in place. Remove the bottom plate.

2. Pull out the canister that contains the 4 filters. The pre-filter may stay in when you do this. But it’s easy to just pull this cotton like filter out after the canister has been removed.

3. Put in the new canister which contains all 4 (or 5 if you are putting in the Bedroom Machine Replacement). Replace the 4 screws that secure the bottom plate to the unit. Turn the unit upright, and run on high for one hour. Cut it back to the speed that has been working best for you, and your Austin Air Purifier will work 24/7 for another 5 years.

For more replacement filter tips visit PurerAir.com now at http://purerair.com/austin_air_replacement_filter_tips.html or call our 24 hour line now at (800) 997-2989.

Take good care,
Debbie Davis, President
PurerAir.com
(800) 997-2989

Replacement Austin Air Filters

Replacing the filter in your Austin Air purifier is an opportunity to update and fine tune your filtration needs. There are numerous options and filter make-ups which give you the best chance for eliminating the specific pollutants that are giving you problems. Here are the 5 filter choices from Austin Air.

Carbon Zeolite (HealthMate)—This is found in the HealthMate series. It is best at removing general pollutants and serves well as an all around filter.

Carbon Zeolite with Potassium Iodide (HealthMate Plus)—This combination is found in the HealthMate Plus series. Designed to remove airborne volatile organic chemicals such as formaldehyde and other chemicals that off gas from new carpet, pressed wood furniture, and products used in nail and beauty salons this combination is highly effective.

Carbon Zeolite with Ammonasorb (Pet Machine)—This combination makes this a wonderful filter for eliminating pet urine odor both in homes and in professional kennels.

Carbon Cloth (Allergy Machine) ---This is found in the HEGA series more commonly known as the Allergy Machine and the JR Allergy Machine or the HealthMate JR HEGA. This filter gives an extra layer of protection against airborne particulates that typically trigger allergy and asthma flare-ups.

Carbon Zeolite and Carbon Cloth (Bedroom Machine) ---This combination of filters is only found in the Bedroom Machine Air Purifier. Choosing the Bedroom filter means that you get both the carbon for odors and gases and the carbon cloth for particulates.

The good news is that if your purifier was manufactured after 1995, you can replace any standard filter with a standard filter, and any junior filter with a junior filter. This allows you to put the latest technology to work for you without having to purchase a new purifier.

PurerAir.com offers the full line of Austin Air replacement filters at http://purerair.com/replacement_filters.html

Take good care,
Debbie Davis, President
PurerAir.com
(800) 997-2989

Austin Air Purifier Information—3 Reasons to Choose Austin Air

Deciding on an air purifier these days can be overwhelming.

With so many brands, types of technologies, sizes and filter choices, it can cause you to want to throw up your hands after only a few inquiries.

Here are 3 things that are true about Austin Air Purifiers and should be true about the purifier you choose.

Continuous Cleaning—--Because of the split capacitor motor, 24 hour filtration is possible. And since the pollutants that are problems don’t take a break, your air cleaner shouldn’t have to take one either. 24 hour filtration means that pollutants are never allowed to build to unhealthy levels.

5-Year Filter Life---Many people wonder how a filter can last 5 years when others on the market last only 6 months to a year. The answer is that it is a 4-filter cleaner. The “filter” should really be "filters" because there are 4 of them in every cleaner (except for the new Bedroom Machine Air Purifier which has 5 filters).

2 pre-filters, a high efficiency particle arresting (or HEPA), and a carbon filter are able to efficiently handle a variety air quality issues---particulates and gaseous. This means that you replace the filter substantially less than other cleaners and spend far less money for replacement filters as well.

Interchangeable Filters---Nothing in life stays the same, in fact the only thing that is guaranteed is change. So when your filtration needs change, its nice to know that you don't have to buy a new purifier if it's still working well for you, simply change the type of filter you use.

For instance, if you originally bought a purifier because of allergy issues, but now you find you have pet odor problems, you can simply replace the allergy filter with one for pets.

There are many other reasons to choose an Austin Air Purifier, and you can shop with your need in mind now at http://purerair.com/austin_air_products.html or call (800) 997-2989 for expert advice now. Either way, we're here for you!

Take good care,
Debbie Davis, President
PurerAir.com
(800) 997-2989

Austin Air Air Filters—What Are They Good For?

We at PurerAir.com often get customers calling in with indoor air quality issues and want to know which filter is best for their situation.

The following tips are designed to help you choose the filter that will give you 24 hour protection and eliminate the pollutants that are giving you problems.

Each Austin Air purifier has 4 filters. The first 3 in each unit are always the same--a large particle prefilter, a medium particle prefilter and the HEPA or high efficiency particle arresting filter. It is the fourth filter that hones in on more specific contaminants.

HealthMate—Both the standard and junior purifiers contain carbon zeolite. This filter is a good multi-purpose filter that will absorb some odors and some chemicals.

Allergy Machine—Both the standard and junior purifiers lack the carbon of the HealthMate series, but contain carbon cloth which is excellent at removing additional particulates such as triggers that exacerbate allergies—pollen, dust, dust mites, mold and mildew spores, bird dust and dander.

HealthMate Plus—Both the standard and junior purifiers contain carbon and have potassium iodide as an additive. These purifiers are best used for removal of paint smells, formaldehyde, varnish, adhesives, beauty and nail salon products, and diesel and gasoline fumes.

Pet Machine—This purifier only comes in the standard size and contains carbon with an ammonasorb additive. This is best if urine odor is a problem and is effective enough to be used commercially in kennels, cat sanctuaries, doggie daycares and other places where a large number of pets are housed.

Bedroom Machine—This purifier contains 5 filters. It is a combination of the HealthMate and the Allergy Machine in that it contains both carbon (15 lbs) and carbon cloth. This makes it especially good at both particulates and odors and chemicals.

If you still need more help deciding which Austin Air purifier is best for your situation call us now at (800) 997-2989 or shop by need at http://purerair.com/austin_air_products.html

Take good care,
Debbie Davis, President
PurerAir.com
(800) 997-2989

New Austin Air Purifier Color

PurerAir.com is happy to announce a new color for all standard Austin Air Purifiers (clean 1500 square feet). This includes the HealthMate, HealthMate Plus, Allergy Machine and Pet Machine air purifiers. Midnight Blue is a rich and vibrant blue that is just a tad lighter than navy blue. And it is sure to top function with elegance for the standard size purifiers. This color is a tasteful addition to the 4 other beautiful colors that are currently available.

Midnight Blue is being offered in addition to Sandstone, Black, White, and Silver (which is a darker gray). And the new Bedroom Machine Air Purifier is available in all colors except Silver. Being available in a variety of colors and being endorsed by the National Sleep Foundation—the Bedroom Machine Air Purifier is hard to beat.

These designer colors give everyone a chance to allow their purifier to accent or blend in to their home and office décor as they choose.

The junior size units (clean 700 square feet) continue to be offered in Sandstone, Black, White and Silver, and the Baby's Breath Air Purifier continues to be available in Pink or Blue.

See the full line of Austin Air Purifiers now at http://purerair.com/austin_air_products.html

Take good care,
Debbie Davis, President
PurerAir.com
(800) 997-2989

Austin Air Replacement Filters from PurerAir.com

With Spring 2010 less than 2 weeks away, an Austin Air Replacement Filter should be high on your list of things to do to clean your indoor home or office. If you have numerous pets, more dust than most, or you have had your filter for longer than 5 years, getting a filter can be one of the best things you can do to welcome spring.

If you have a silver or black-colored purifier, you will need a dark-colored pre-filter to blend in best with the metal casing. If you have a white or sandstone purifier, you will need to order the light-colored pre-filter for the same reason. And remember, if your filter was made after 1995 you can interchange filters. Call us for details.

Changing the filter is a quick and easy procedure.

1. Unscrew the 4 screws on the bottom of the purifier
2. Pull the canister out (including the pre-filter)
3. Drop in the new canister and pre-filter
4. Run on high for 1 hour
5. Adjust to the speed that works best in your home

If you are unsure about which filter you need in your purifier, call us at (800) 997-2989 with your serial number, and we’ll make you get the right replacement sent the first time.

Shop for your Austin Air Replacement filter now at http://purerair.com/austin_air_products.html

Take good care,
Debbie Davis, President
PurerAir.com
(800) 997-2989

Austin Air Owner’s Manual

Looking for the Austin Air Owner’s Manual? PurerAir.com offers the manual for your perusal or to download and print at http://purerair.com/library/AustinAirManual3MB.pdf

It includes instructions, care and maintenance for the standard and junior models of the Austin Air HealthMate, Allergy Machine (HEGA), Baby's Breath, HealthMate Plus, and Pet Machine Air Purifiers.

If you still have questions after reviewing the manual, please give us a call at (800) 997-2989. We’ll be happy to help.

Take good care,
Debbie Davis, President
PurerAir.com
(800) 997-2989

Austin Air HEGA or HealthMate? ---That Is the Question

If you have an Austin Air purifier that was made after 1995, you are one of the lucky people who have the wonderful option of interchanging your filter.

And so the question often arises—which replacement filter is better—the HEGA or the HealthMate? The answer is that they are different. Let’s explore their similarities and differences.

Both filters have a medical grade HEPA or high efficiency particle arresting filter. This means that both will remove airborne particulates as small as .3 microns including dust, dust mites, mold and mildew spores, pet dander, as well as bacteria and viruses.

Both have large and medium particle pre-filters that are important in prolonging the life of the inner filter.

The difference between the two filters lies in the inner filter. The HealthMate contains carbon zeolite—6.5 pounds in the junior size unit, and 15 pounds in the standard size unit. The carbon zeolite has proven to be excellent at removing odors, gases, and some airborne chemicals making it great for all purpose filtration.

The HEGA (or high efficiency gas adsorption) contains military carbon cloth which is best at removing smoke and the fine particulates that are a by-product of combustion whether from a cigarette, a wood burning stove, or a wildfire. It is also super efficient at removing gases and odors—superior in this aspect to the HealthMate.

If you are at all sensitive to carbon, the HEGA filter is a better choice because it contains less carbon. This also makes the filter lighter in weight if that needs to be a consideration in your decision.

Successfully filtering your air depends on matching your filter with the airborne pollutants you need to remove from your air. If you have more question about these or any other Austin Air replacement filters (http://purerair.com/replacement_filters.html), please give us a call at our 24 hour toll free number--(800) 997-2989. We’ll look forward to helping you choose the best filter for you.

Take good care,
Debbie Davis, President
PurerAir.com