How often should I change a Miele filter?

Every 12 months for the SF-HA 50 HEPA AirClean Filter (Compact C1 / C2, Complete C2 / C3) (SF-HA 50), the filter most Miele models here take. Each model page shows the interval for its own filter.

What happens if I don't change the filter?

Suction drops and the vacuum may cut out on a blocked filter, and a full bag loses suction well before it looks full.

Does Miele make a compatible filter?

Miele makes the genuine filter. Compatible filters for Miele models are made by other companies to the same shape and flow rate, and Australian sellers we track list both; each part page shows the genuine and compatible prices side by side and the certifications we could confirm.

Miele vacuum filter

Which replacement filter or bag each of the 11 Miele vacuum cleaners sold in Australia takes, with dated prices from 4 Australian sellers, genuine and compatible side by side.

Most take the SF-HA 50 (6 of 11 models), from $13.99. Check yours below.

Compatible · Bunnings$13.99 Genuine · Bunnings$51.00 All 4 sellers

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How to change your Miele filter

Steps for the SF-HA 50 HEPA AirClean Filter (Compact C1 / C2, Complete C2 / C3) (SF-HA 50), the filter 6 Miele models take. Change it every 12 months.

Complete C3 changing the dustbags and filters · Miele Australia (official)

1Open the dust-compartment lid and lift out the exhaust filter grille at the back of the compartment.
2Take the old filter out of the grille, drop the new one in, and press the timestrip to start its 12-month timer.
3Refit the grille until it clicks and close the lid.

Different steps for FJM HyClean Pure Dust Bags (Compact C1 / C2, Complete C1) · Different steps for GN HyClean Pure Dust Bags (Complete C2 / C3, Classic C1) · Different steps for TU HyClean Pure Dust Bags (Guard L1 / S1) · Different steps for Boost CX1 Fine Dust Filter (CX FSF) · Different steps for KK HyClean Dust Bags (Swing H1) · Different steps for U 3D HyClean Dust Bags (Dynamic U1)

Reset the filter reminder

Press the timestrip after fitting to start its 12-month timer.

Get a reminder when your Miele filter is due

Most Miele models here change it every 12 months. One email two weeks before, no newsletter. Type the model from the sticker and we set the date for that model.

Common questions

How often should I change a Miele filter?: Every 12 months for the SF-HA 50 HEPA AirClean Filter (Compact C1 / C2, Complete C2 / C3) (SF-HA 50), the filter most Miele models here take. Each model page shows the interval for its own filter.
What happens if I don't change the filter?: Suction drops and the vacuum may cut out on a blocked filter, and a full bag loses suction well before it looks full.
Does Miele make a compatible filter?: Miele makes the genuine filter. Compatible filters for Miele models are made by other companies to the same shape and flow rate, and Australian sellers we track list both; each part page shows the genuine and compatible prices side by side and the certifications we could confirm.
How do I reset the filter reminder on a Miele vacuum?: Press the timestrip after fitting to start its 12-month timer.

Brand names describe compatibility only; FitMatch is independent of Miele. Fitment sources are recorded on every model page.