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Using ARM & HAMMER Pet Fresh vacuum bags
ARM & HAMMER Pet Fresh products deliver real freshness, not just a cover up. Use one packet of Fresh-ins in each bag for twice the amount of the deodorizing formula found in all ARM & HAMMER dust bags.
Using ARM & HAMMER Allergist Recommended Premium Allergen vacuum bags
ARM & HAMMER Premium Allergen vacuum bags retain up to 100% of dust mite debris, grass and ragweed pollens, and household fibers, plus particles 15 times smaller than a human hair (a human hair is 50-70 microns). 4 out of 5 Allergists would recommend ARM & HAMMER Premium Allergen vacuum bags as a way to relieve or reduce allergy symptoms. If you’re concerned with indoor air quality or suffer from allergies or asthma, 80% of Allergists also recommend using HEPA filtration with Premium Allergen vacuum bags**.
Changing your ARM & HAMMER vacuum bag
Plan to change the vacuum bag monthly. Check more often if your home is large, if you have children, if there is a lot of foot traffic in your house or if you have pets. When vacuuming new carpet for the first few times, check the bag after each use. New carpet tends to “shed” carpet fiber and can quickly fill a bag. When cleaning fine dust and debris, the filtration through the bag will be reduced. Under these conditions, the bag should be changed more often. If the dirt is above the line printed on the bag, change it immediately. Some vacuum models have a bag change indicator that is activated when the bag becomes full.
Changing your ARM & HAMMER vacuum filter
This all depends on the type of vacuum and filtration of the model you own. There are several types of filters. HEPA filters should be replaced every six months to maintain peak filtration. Dust cup filters (the filters you can usually see through your dust cup) should be replaced every six months as well. Motor filters should be checked periodically and replaced at least once a year. Again, these are rules of thumb. If you have children, pets and allergies or clean in areas with fine particles, you should replace your filter more frequently. We do not recommend washing Arm & Hammer filters. A washed filter will not be as effective in odor elimination. Should you choose to wash your filter please make sure that you allow it to air dry before installation.
Changing your belt
Belts are rubber and will stretch and wear out. The belt turns the brushroll at thousands of revolutions per minute. The tighter or newer the belt, the better the vacuum will perform. So, it is important to check the belt periodically for any signs of wear that can result from normal use over time. Plan to change the belt every six months. Refer to your owner's manual for detailed instruction on how to replace your cleaner's belt.
Using ARM & HAMMER Premium Allergen vacuum bags
Premium Allergen vacuum bags retain up to 100% of dust mite debris, grass and ragweed pollens, plus particles 15 times smaller than a human hair (a human hair is 50-70 microns). If you’re concerned with indoor air quality or suffer from allergies or asthma, we recommend choosing model that has HEPA filtration and uses Premium Allergen vacuum bags.
Using ARM & HAMMER HEPA vacuum filters
Designed according to strict HEPA standards, the media in these filters trap particles 75 times smaller than a human hair. This includes 99.97% of dist mite debris, animal dander, molds and pollen. If you’re concerned with indoor air quality or suffer from allergies or asthma, we recommend choosing a vacuum cleaner that has HEPA filtration.