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Winix Certified Refurbished C545 Air Purifier $69.99 + Free Shipping from Winix.com

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C545 (Refurbished) 4-Stage True HEPA Air Purifier
  • WiFi
  • PlasmaWave Technology
  • One Year of Filtration: Includes 1 True HEPA Filter and 4 Carbon Filters
  • AHAM Verifide at 360 sq ft. : Also cleans rooms up to 1,740 sq ft in 1 hour (870 sq ft in 30 minutes, 580 sq ft in 20 minutes, 435 sq ft in 15 minutes)
  • Smarter Air Purifier with Winix Smart App through Wifi feature
  • Washable Fine Mesh Pre-Filter
  • CERTIFICATIONS AHAM / Energy Star / UL / CARB / Prop65
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09-27-2023 at 07:57 PM.

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09-27-2023 at 07:57 PM.
I purchased 3 of these since March….my thoughts: (1) they work amazing as far as filtering smells, scents, and dust, (2) all 3 of my units stopped working 2 weeks ago with a known fan error (2 lights blink and the fan does not turn on). I called Winix, and again it's a known issue and all 3 are getting replaced under their warranty. I received tracking numbers within 2 days of filing the warranty claim for 3 replacement units. Would I buy again? Yes. The units work great when operating and Winix stands by their warranty.
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09-27-2023 at 08:01 PM.
09-27-2023 at 08:01 PM.
Quote from justinerau :
I purchased 3 of these since March….my thoughts: (1) they work amazing as far as filtering smells, scents, and dust, (2) all 3 of my units stopped working 2 weeks ago with a known fan error (2 lights blink and the fan does not turn on). I called Winix, and again it's a known issue and all 3 are getting replaced under their warranty. I received tracking numbers within 2 days of filing the warranty claim for 3 replacement units. Would I buy again? Yes. The units work great when operating and Winix stands by their warranty.
If you have pets they now have Filter U that can be use to add another stage of filtering:

https://www.winixamerica.com/product/filter-u/
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09-27-2023 at 09:12 PM.

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09-27-2023 at 09:12 PM.
Costco have this for $99 with additional filter worth 2 years and brand new.
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09-27-2023 at 09:13 PM.

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09-27-2023 at 09:13 PM.
Currently and frequently new for $99 with extra filters at Costco

https://www.costco.com/winix-true...93012.html
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09-27-2023 at 09:15 PM.
09-27-2023 at 09:15 PM.
Quote from wbs3333 :
If you have pets they now have Filter U that can be use to add another stage of filtering:

https://www.winixamerica.com/product/filter-u/

C545 isn't listed on that page.
You tried it?

"Compatible with Winix air cleaner model HR900, HR950, HR951, HR1000, 5300-2, 5500-2, 6300-2, C535, C555"
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09-27-2023 at 09:35 PM.
09-27-2023 at 09:35 PM.
Quote from sarcasmogratis :
C545 isn't listed on that page.
You tried it?

"Compatible with Winix air cleaner model HR900, HR950, HR951, HR1000, 5300-2, 5500-2, 6300-2, C535, C555"
My bad, confused it with the 535. My brain saw 535 and thought Costco unit.
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09-27-2023 at 11:15 PM.
09-27-2023 at 11:15 PM.
Quote from kevzz01 :
Costco have this for $99 with additional filter worth 2 years and brand new.
You're right! Just realized refurbished one only comes with 1 hepa filter, costco comes with 2. Each winix filter is listed at $59.99..
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09-28-2023 at 02:10 AM.
09-28-2023 at 02:10 AM.
Quote from RomulusMaximus :
You're right! Just realized refurbished one only comes with 1 hepa filter, costco comes with 2. Each winix filter is listed at $59.99..
Sounds like the inkjet printer business model where consumables will cost more than the unit after two replacements.
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09-28-2023 at 04:44 AM.
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Filters on Amazon are like $15
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09-28-2023 at 10:53 AM.
09-28-2023 at 10:53 AM.
Quote from justinerau :
I purchased 3 of these since March….my thoughts: (1) they work amazing as far as filtering smells, scents, and dust, (2) all 3 of my units stopped working 2 weeks ago with a known fan error (2 lights blink and the fan does not turn on). I called Winix, and again it's a known issue and all 3 are getting replaced under their warranty. I received tracking numbers within 2 days of filing the warranty claim for 3 replacement units. Would I buy again? Yes. The units work great when operating and Winix stands by their warranty.
Wow was about to fire away an order but a 100% refurb failure is pretty scary for something that was supposedly repaired & re-evaluated. I'm just hoping its not a inherent design flaw as I can't afford having it die after 1 year and be looking again for another 60-100$

From the warranty discussion did it seem to you as if they knew what the issue was and can actually resolve it or just a we know and will ship replacements (with possibly the same issue happening). I have a idylis unit from a lowes deal that has been going strong for 5 years or more but no plasmawave or similar cleaning tech.
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09-28-2023 at 08:38 PM.
09-28-2023 at 08:38 PM.
Quote from Arkus :
Sounds like the inkjet printer business model where consumables will cost more than the unit after two replacements.
Yes. Having said that, my other air filters are IQAir filters, and a set of filters (pre, charcoal, and HEPA) are combined $600, so $60 (or $45 - $50 on sale) isn't too bad. Of course, the IQAir filters do move A LOT more air than Winix 545.
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09-28-2023 at 08:40 PM.
09-28-2023 at 08:40 PM.
Quote from cloudlife :
Wow was about to fire away an order but a 100% refurb failure is pretty scary for something that was supposedly repaired & re-evaluated. I'm just hoping its not a inherent design flaw as I can't afford having it die after 1 year and be looking again for another 60-100$

From the warranty discussion did it seem to you as if they knew what the issue was and can actually resolve it or just a we know and will ship replacements (with possibly the same issue happening). I have a idylis unit from a lowes deal that has been going strong for 5 years or more but no plasmawave or similar cleaning tech.
Yeah... I personally would stay away from the refurbs. The new ones (2) from Costco have not failed me, yet. The refurb one that I bought started having the fan noise issue. I was just out of the warranty period (1 year), so I just took it apart and lubed whatever I could. I have NO IDEA what I'm doing, but the noise is down. Also, it's in the basement work out room now, so no one cares if it's a little louder.
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09-29-2023 at 07:05 AM.
09-29-2023 at 07:05 AM.
For anyone running into increased noise over the life of your winix air purifier, there are many videos on youtube of individuals identifying causes and resolving the issue. If you have a unit out side of warranty, consider giving that a look over.

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09-30-2023 at 10:09 AM.
09-30-2023 at 10:09 AM.
Quote from cloudlife :
Wow was about to fire away an order but a 100% refurb failure is pretty scary for something that was supposedly repaired & re-evaluated. I'm just hoping its not a inherent design flaw as I can't afford having it die after 1 year and be looking again for another 60-100$

From the warranty discussion did it seem to you as if they knew what the issue was and can actually resolve it or just a we know and will ship replacements (with possibly the same issue happening). I have a idylis unit from a lowes deal that has been going strong for 5 years or more but no plasmawave or similar cleaning tech.

I was definitely surprised when all 3 units failed within days of each other. All have the 2 blinking light error and the fan won't turn on. When I called Winix they were very much aware of the issue and the lady said it was a known fan problem and immediately authorized replacement of all 3 fans after I quickly submitted a warranty request form. I received all 3 replacement fans 2 days ago. All replaced with refurbs. I'll probably disassemble the non functioning fans and try to find a replacement fan for them. But to answer your question, yes, they were aware of the issue, but immediately authorized replacement fans.
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