Whirlpool AP45030Rs have a filter change indicator light for both filter and prefilter. Both filter indicator lights will flash once when the air purifier is powered up. The frequent filter changes can be annoying, everyone complains about the costs.

Since a straight HEPA arrangement does little for odors, Whirlpool AP45030R offers the optional Professional Odor Removal Filter in Honey Comb Frame with four pounds of Activated Carbon. Unfortunately, all that valuable carbon must displace the HEPA filter, which is removed when VOC chemical or odor protection is desired. The odor filter is replaced at least yearly.

NOTE: As of Oct '06, there is a report on epinions.com of Whirlpool having discontinued the charcoal filters.

see: epinions Whirlpool (two star review down the page some)

Three manual fan speeds allow for noise control, since Whirlpool AP45030R is too loud for normal conversation on high. Users report low noise levels on the first two speeds.

This air purifier is a dust and cat fur magnet.

With front intake and upward exhaust along the entire width, the Whirlpool AP45030R can be placed flush against a wall.

A dust CADR/watt ratio of 3.21 earns this unit an energystar rating.

Whirlpool AP45030R is a bit boxy at 22"high by 17 3/4" wide by 11 1/2" deep.Some buyers wish it used less space. The 6 foot cord could be longer. Weighing 28 lbs, 45030 is at the upper end of easily portable units.

Whirlpool is the number two home appliance maker in the world, with washers, dryers, refrigerators, air conditioners, dishwashers, freezers, microwave ovens, ranges, trash compactors, and air purifiers to its credit.

A one year limited warranty applies, with the motor guaranteed against burnout for an additional four years. The company guarantees you won't find a quieter HEPA air purifier than the Whirlpool AP45030R within 30 days.

Many vendors drop-ship from the factory, and Whirlpool 45030 generally ships within 2-3 weeks. Make sure your seller actually has its own inventory if delivery time is important.

45030 does lots of sales volume, so some may sell returns; brand new factory sealed is best.

Watch for low-price-hidden-shipping-charge rip-offs when shopping for AP45030R Whirlpools.

Each of ten factors gets up to 10 points, 100 is perfect and very unlikely.

1. First do no harm; minimal out gassing, no ozone.

Score: 8 of 10.

2. Serious gas and odor removal is a requirement if health benefits are expected: Units with real carbon VOC capability rank higher.

Score: 7 of 10, available carbon filter displaces HEPA

3. Quality construction; case, gaskets, seals, and precision fitting eliminate bypassing and assure high efficiency at filtering sub-micron particles.

Score: 6 of 10

4. The design maximizes the lifespan of each filter stage by allowing independent filter replacement. Ideally this is combined with electronic filter monitoring.

Score: 9 of 10

5. Unit has long filter life, low maintenance requirements, and reasonable operating costs.

Score: 7 of 10, customers gripes about 45030 filter change a big weakness

6. Purifier produces low noise levels and meaningful air flow rates relative to noise.

Score: 8 of 10, 45030 is a bit loud on high, but does good work.

7. Manufacturer has a track record, with many units in the field and a reputation for supporting what they sell. Warranty period and average service life are long.

Score: 9 of 10, warranty acceptable for price range.

8. Purifier is a value in terms of price/performance ratio. Every price range should be included, “models above $1,200 are best”, while true, is not useful to most consumers.

Score: 10 of 10, good value.

9. No dirt; unit and manufacturer should be devoid of class-action suits, high returns, recalls, consumer complaints, and legitimate negative consumer reviews.

Score: 8 of 10, manufacturer not air quality specific

10. Unit is stylish, portable, comfortable, and convenientfor consumer use.

Score: 8 of 10, boxy, no electronics.

Air-Purifier-Power Numeric Rating; 80, good value

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