12 Series (ESP) Maintenance Schedule

ComponentMaintenanceFrequencyCost per Service
Pre-filter meshRemove, wash, dry, reinstallEvery 1-2 weeks$0 (washable)
ESP electrostatic cellRemove, soak in degreaser, rinse, dryEvery 1-3 months$0 (washable)
Carbon fiber cottonReplaceEvery 6-12 months~$15-25
UV photolysis lampsReplace (LEDs dim over time)Every 12-18 months~$30-50 (set of 3)
Activated carbon granulesReplaceEvery 12-18 months~$25-40
ESP cell replacementReplace (if cleaning no longer restores efficiency)Every 3-5 years~$80-150

FH-8 Series (HEPA Cartridge) Maintenance Schedule

ComponentMaintenanceFrequencyCost per Service
Pre-filter meshRemove, wash, dry, reinstallEvery 1-2 weeks$0 (washable)
HEPA cartridge (pulse-clean)Pulse cleaning (automatic)Continuous during operation$0 (auto)
HEPA cartridge replacementReplace when pulse no longer restores flowEvery 12-24 months~$80-180 each × 2-6 cartridges
Activated carbon filterReplaceEvery 6-12 months~$20-35

5-Year Total Consumable Cost Comparison

Cost Item12 Series (ESP)Competitor HEPA-Only
Filter replacements$0 (washable ESP cell)$1,200-3,600 (HEPA × 2-4/yr × 5yr)
Pre-filter mesh$0 (washable)$0 (washable)
Carbon fiber cotton$75-125 (5-10 replacements)N/A (or included in HEPA)
UV lamp sets$90-150 (3-4 replacements)N/A (no UV stage)
Activated carbon granules$100-160 (3-5 replacements)$100-175 (similar carbon stage)
ESP cell (one full replacement)$80-150N/A
5-Year Total$345-585$1,300-3,775

ESP-based Reborix 12 Series saves ~$1,000-3,200 over 5 years vs a HEPA-only competitor. 💰

Cleaning the ESP Cell — Step by Step

  1. Power off and unplug the unit
  2. Open the access panel, slide out the ESP cell
  3. Fill a basin with warm water + alkaline degreaser (e.g., Simple Green)
  4. Soak the cell for 20-30 minutes
  5. Rinse thoroughly with clean water
  6. Critical: Let the cell dry completely (24 hours, or use compressed air) before reinstalling
  7. Slide back in, close panel, and the unit is ready

Pro tip: Buy a spare ESP cell ($80-150) and rotate them — one in use, one drying or standing by. Zero downtime.

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