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Furnace Filter Replacement - Standard

By Bob Formisano, About.com

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Inspect the Filter

The next step is to inspect the filter.
  • Hold the filter up to light and check to see how much light passes through.
  • If it is a paper or fiberglass filter and is dirty, replace it.
  • If the filter is a dry foam type filter you can wash it out or vacuum it clean.

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