- With the power off, locate the front panel of the unit.
- Reach under the front of this panel with both hands and pull upward on the left and right side of panel until it lifts up and off. Lay this panel off to the side so it is not in the way.
- Locate the filter at the bottom of the unit. It will be laying down parallel to the floor. Gently slide it out of its track. You may need to wiggle it back and forth to complete this step. Visually inspect the filter and do not be surprised to see a layer of filth that pre-dates the Carter administration, resulting in simply not being changed in an appropriate amount of time. Dispose of the old filter.
- Install the new filter on the track, replace the front panel and turn unit on to enjoy clean air once again.
- Repeat this process of changing out the filter every one to three months, depending on the quality of filter you install. Many Condominiums in the Alexandria area have these wall units. Please refer to the above instructions for safe and quick installation of your new filter. For information on ordering filters that you can't find in your local store, call 3M (1-888-445-9476). They will help you get the new filters sent out to you quickly and painlessly. Now, you don't have an excuse to avoid changing out that disgusting filter, do you? Nesbitt Realty is a family-run brokerage. We appreciate every client and we'd love to help you achieve your real estate goals. Connect with us today to learn more about what we can do for you in {Location_Name} or to get a free assessment of your property's value. Nesbitt Realty has received numerous awards and recognitions for client satisfaction because we get results that make our clients happy. We'd love the opportunity to show you about why our clients rave about our service.
5 Easy Steps to Change the Furnace Filter in your Wall Unit
Do I need to Change the Furnace Filter?
Is it getting less desirable to take a deep breath in your condo or apartment, because it 'tastes' different? Or, is that musty smell in a unit that you want to rent, the only thing keeping you from signing that lease? It may simply be time to replace that old, nasty furnace filter.
If this is a new place you've just moved into, there is no way for you to know if the previous tenant kept up with the changing of the filter, as they should. Over time, when a filter gets clogged and full of debris that it has trapped, it will begin releasing the abundance of trapped particles right into your air for you to enjoy.
The following steps will assist you in changing out this filter, so you can breathe easier. Do not attempt to proceed with the following steps without first turning the unit off.
The only thing you may need is a pair of gloves, to make things easier to grip during this process.
