How to Clean Your Airdog — Airdog Philippines

Smart Notification

Your unit tells you when to clean.

With air quality conditions in the Philippines, we recommend cleaning once a month — or whenever your unit alerts you.

The "C" Alert

When the "C" mark appears on your unit's display, it's time to clean. Simply follow the steps below for your model — it takes less than 5 minutes.

Conventional HEPA air purifiers require filter replacement every 3–6 months. With proper care and maintenance of your Airdog unit, there is no need for periodic filter replacements — ever. The TPA® collecting plates last the entire lifetime of the unit.

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Important: Keep your Airdog away from humidifiers. Excess moisture in the air can reduce filtration efficiency and may cause issues with the ionizer.

Filter Components

Not all filters are washable.

Each filter component requires a different care method. Follow these guidelines carefully to protect your unit.

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Wash with water

Collecting Plate

The main TPA® stainless-steel plates that collect particles. These can be fully submerged and washed.

✓ Rinse under warm running water
✓ Mild detergent (e.g. Joy dish soap)
✓ Soft brush for stubborn buildup
✓ Air-dry fully before reinstalling

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Wash with water

Pre-Filter Screen

The outer mesh screen that captures large particles like hair, dust, and pet dander before the main filter.

✓ Rinse under warm running water
✓ Mild detergent if needed
✓ Let air-dry completely
✓ Reinstall when fully dry

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Sunlight only

Carbon Filter

The activated carbon layer that adsorbs odors and VOCs. Water will damage it — sunlight reactivates the carbon.

☀️ Place in direct sunlight for 2–3 hrs
⚠️ Do NOT wash with water
⚠️ Do NOT use detergent
✓ Replace after 6–12 months

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Dry cloth only

Emitter Wire Frame

The high-voltage pre-ionizer that charges particles. Water can damage the delicate wires — wipe only.

✓ Wipe gently with dry soft cloth
⚠️ Do NOT wash with water
⚠️ Handle with extra care
⚠️ Ensure unit is unplugged first

By Model

Step-by-step cleaning guide.

Select your Airdog model below for a specific cleaning walkthrough.

Power off & unplug

Turn off the unit and unplug from power. Wait 30 seconds for capacitors to discharge fully.

Remove pre-filter screen

Open the front panel and lift out the mesh pre-filter screen.

Wash with water + Joy

Slide out the collecting plates

Gently pull the TPA® stainless-steel collecting plates straight out.

Wash with water + Joy

Wipe the emitter wire frame

Using a dry soft cloth, gently wipe the emitter wire frame. Do NOT use water.

Dry cloth only

Sun the carbon filter

Place the carbon filter in direct sunlight for 2–3 hours to reactivate the carbon.

Sunlight only

Air-dry & reassemble

Ensure the collecting plates and screen are fully dry (2+ hours), then reinstall all components and power on.

Fully dry before reinstalling

Power off & unplug

Turn off and unplug. Wait 30 seconds before opening.

Remove the pre-filter screen

Lift the mesh screen from the rear panel.

Wash with water + Joy

Pull out collecting plates

Slide the TPA® stainless-steel plates out carefully.

Wash with water + Joy

Wipe emitter wire frame

Dry-wipe only — no water on the wire frame.

Dry cloth only

Reactivate carbon filter

Place under sunlight for 2–3 hours.

Sunlight only

Dry completely & reassemble

All washed parts must be fully dry before reinserting.

2+ hours air dry

Power off & unplug

Turn off the unit and unplug. Wait 30 seconds before opening the rear panel.

Remove pre-filter screen

The X5D pre-filter is located at the rear — remove and rinse thoroughly.

Wash with water + Joy

Slide out the two collecting plate stacks

The X5D has larger collecting plates — slide both stacks out carefully.

Wash with water + Joy

Wipe emitter wire frame

Gently wipe with a dry cloth — avoid any moisture.

Dry cloth only

Sun-dry the carbon filter

2–3 hours of direct sunlight is sufficient to reactivate.

Sunlight only

Fully dry & reassemble

Ensure all plates are completely dry before sliding back in.

Fully dry before reinstalling

Power off & unplug

The X8D is larger — ensure unit is fully off and unplugged before cleaning.

Remove pre-filter screens (×2)

The X8D has two pre-filter screens — remove both.

Wash with water + Joy

Remove all collecting plate modules

The X8D has multiple plate stacks — remove carefully and wash each one.

Wash with water + Joy

Wipe all emitter wire frames

Use a dry soft cloth on each emitter frame — never use water.

Dry cloth only

Sun the carbon filters

Place all carbon filters in direct sunlight for 2–3 hours.

Sunlight only

Dry completely & reassemble

All plates must be 100% dry before reinsertion. Allow extra drying time for the larger plates.

3+ hours recommended

Remove from car & unplug

Remove the V5 from your car vent mount and unplug from the 12V socket.

Open the filter compartment

Twist the bottom cap or slide open the panel to access the filter plates.

Rinse the collecting plates

Gently rinse the small TPA® plates under warm water with mild soap.

Wash with water + Joy

Wipe the emitter

Use a dry cotton swab or cloth to wipe the emitter needle — no water.

Dry cloth only

Air-dry fully & reassemble

Allow 2+ hours to dry completely before reassembling and placing back in the car.

Fully dry before reassembly

Unplug the Mini

Disconnect from USB power. Wait a few seconds before opening.

Remove the filter module

Twist or pull to open the Mini's filter compartment and remove the small plates.

Rinse the collecting plates

Gently rinse the plates under warm running water. Use a soft toothbrush for detail cleaning.

Warm water + mild soap

Air-dry fully

Let dry for at least 2 hours. The Mini's plates are small — pat dry to speed up the process.

Fully dry before reassembly

Reassemble & power on

Reinstall the plates, close the compartment, and plug back in.

Filter Component	Care Method	Frequency
Collecting Plates (TPA®)	Rinse with water + mild detergent	Every 2–4 weeks
Pre-Filter Screen	Rinse with water + mild detergent	Every 2–4 weeks
Carbon Filter	Direct sunlight 2–3 hours	Monthly or when needed
Emitter Wire Frame	Dry cloth wipe only	When collecting plates are cleaned

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