s-filter® - FAQ

  1. What exactly is s-filter®?

    HEPA stands for High Efficiency Particulate Air. HEPA filters are today widely used by producers of microchips, inside surgery theatres in hospitals and even by NASA. Electrolux s-filter is a HEPA 13 filter that filters small particle sizes extremely well. The filter media is made of tightly structured, very thin glass fibres, which boosts the filtration mechanism especially for small particles.

    The s-filter® has been awarded with the ECARF seal of quality. ECARF stands for the European Centre for Allergy Research Foundation which has its base in Berlin, Germany. The main target for ECARF is to improve the awareness and the knowledge of allergies, reduce the illness-stress on patients and society, improve research concerning allergies and also support the Global Allergy and Asthma European Network (GA²LEN).

  2. What are the benefits of s-filter®?

    s-filter® can capture and retain particles like pollen, mould spores, dust mite faeces and allergens. By purifying the air leaving the vacuum cleaner, it reduces the risk of allergic reactions. s-filter® using a HEPA 13 media has the highest filtration level offered in the Electrolux range. A HEPA 13 filter captures even smaller particles than HEPA 12 and to a larger extent.

  3. How often should I change my s-filter®?

    The ecommendation for a normal house-hold would be to clean the filter after every 5 dust bags.

  4. What is s-filter® made of?

    The filter media is made of very fine and thin glass fibres – oriented in a structured way. Surface treated to withstand washing under water.

  5. Where is s-filter® produced?

    The filter is manufactured by a European supplier.

  6. How can I make sure that s-filter® fits my cleaner?

    s-filter® is identical to the previous EFH13W filter and fits all cleaners taking EFH13W, EFH12W and EFH12.

  7. How many s-filter® are there in a consumer pack?

    In every pack you will find one washable H13 s-filter®.

  8. Why should I always use s-filter®?

    To secure the performance of your cleaner and to obtain the best cleaning result each time you clean – s-filter® is the product for you to use.

  9. Can I wash my s-filter®?

    When cleaning your s-filter® just rinse it under lukewarm water and turn it under the water a couple of times. Do not use any detergent or touch the filter surface. That can damage the filter media. After rinsing it make sure it is really dry before mounting it back in the cleaner. Let it dry for at least 120 min.

  10. How many cleaners does the s-filter® fit?

    The s-filter® fits almost all of the vacuum cleaner in the s-bag® platform coming from both Electrolux and Philips.

  11. How and where can I find s-filter®?

    Just look for the s-filter® symbol when you go to buy your s-bag® and you will find the right filter for your cleaner.

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