Aprilaire 219046 Short-Term Radon Test Instructions
- June 10, 2024
- Aprilaire
Table of Contents
Aprilaire 219046 Short-Term Radon Test
TEST KIT PLACEMENT GUIDELINES
Watch a video walkthrough on how to set up your test kit
aprilaire.com/radon-test-kit
Avoid placing test kits in:
Moist
Drafty
Sunny
areas of your home. Do not place in bathroom, kitchen or mechanical rooms.
Test kit should be placed in between 2-5 ft from the ground.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS
BEFORE YOUR TEST
- 12 hours before conducting your test, please close ALL windows in your home.
- Conduct your test before the “Use By” date printed in the upper right corner.
- Record the serial number of your test kit for future reference.
- Clearly fill in the start date, time, and room temperature.
- Clearly write your address and email address, writing one letter or number per box.
- Test the lowest livable area of the structure.
- Hang the test kit from the plastic hook; DO NOT lay on a table.
DURING YOUR TEST
- Keep ALL windows in your home closed.
- Close all external doors behind you when entering or leaving.
- Do not move the test kit once the test has begun.
AFTER YOUR TEST
- Clearly fill in the end date, time, and answer all questions.
- Remove and recycle the plastic hook and cardboard insert.
- Seal the test kit after removing the cardboard insert.
- Do not tear the test kit, or the brown paper envelope inside.
- Send the test kit in for testing as soon as possible.
HOW TO GET YOUR ANALYSIS
Follow the AFTER YOUR TEST instructions on the reverse side and return your
sealed test kit(s) to the lab for analysis as soon as possible. The sooner we
get it back, the more accurate your results.
Radon gas decays quickly, so no results can be provided if your test kits take
more than 12 days to arrive. For that reason, we recommend one of the
following delivery methods for return:
- FedEx or UPS 3-day, 2-day, or Next Day delivery
- USPS Express Mail
- USPS Priority Mail
For the most accurate analysis, return your test kit(s) to arrive at our third-party lab within 4 days of test completion.
FedEx/UPS Address
Air Chek 1936 Butler Bridge Road Mills River, NC 28759
USPS Address
Air Chek
PO Box 2000
Naples, NC 28760
Once we receive your sealed test kit, you can enter its serial number at aprilaire.radon.com to check the status of your analysis.
If results show high levels of radon in your home, call the contractor responsible for administering your test for next steps. If you administered the test yourself and results show high levels of radon in your home, contact your nearest AprilAire Certified Radon Professional by visiting aprilaire.com/find-a-pro
Air Chek makes every reasonable effort to maintain the highest possible
quality control during the manufacture and analysis of our test devices.
However, we cannot control what the end-user does with or to our test devices
when they are not in our possession. Our manufacturing, analysis, and
reporting procedures include several checks and certification steps (such as
double-entry of user-provided information).
Therefore, we cannot provide a warranty of any kind, expressed or implied,
including without limitation any implied warranty of merchantability or
fitness with respect to any item furnished, information supplied, or services
rendered by Air Chek. Before any action is taken on the basis of test results
or analysis provided to you by the lab, we recommend completing no less than
two, side-by-side short term tests. Neither Air Chek nor any of our employees
or agents shall be liable under any claim, charge, or demand, whether in
contract, tort, or otherwise for any and all losses, costs, charges, claims,
demands, fees, expenses, injuries, or damages (including without limitation
incidental or consequential damages which are hereby excluded) of any nature
or kind arising out of connection with, resulting from, or sustained as a
result of any item furnished, information supplied, or service rendered to by
Air Chek. MEB#90122.
Start Test
REMOVE PLASTIC SLEEVE
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Write on Test Kit or Scan QR Code
Scan the QR code or use a pen to fill in all fields the form on the back of the test kit envelope.
Please make sure to fill in the start day and hour and record your test kit number for your records.
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Prepare the Test Kit [Grip] securely at top and bottom.
> Pinch< gently at top until cardboard folds at perf.
PUSH cardboard flap to ensure snug fit all around.
Radon gas easily passes through the draft-shield
- Hang the Test Kit at breathing level (2-5 ft from floor) away from drafts, heat sources, and out of direct sunlight. Be sure to hang in the lowest liveable level of your home.
Preferred Method
Scan the QR code
to enter info on your mobile device and receive reminders via SMS text
messaging
End Test
AFTER 3-7 DAYS
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Write on Test Kit Use a pen, not a pencil.
Fill in end day and end hour.
Fill in answers to ALL remaining questions below. -
Recycle hook and cardboard – do not leave inside.
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Seal the Test Kit to ensure no radon escapes. Fold flap to expose adhesive strip.
PEEL and remove backing on adhesive strip.
PRESS together to form air-tight seal.
You’re Done!
Now Return Your Test Kit to Lab
THE SOONER THE BETTER – USE FEDEX OR UPS NEXT DAY FOR BEST RESULTS SEE REVERSE SIDE FOR DETAILS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO TEST FOR RADON?****
You can test your home for radon gas any time of the year, as long as you maintain the conditions listed under ‘During Your Test’. (You can still come and go during the test, just close the doors : DO NOT test during severe weather (hard Important behind you.) rains, heavy snows, strong winds).
WHERE SHOULD THE TEST BE PLACED?****
The U.S. EPA suggests testing the lowest level of your home used on a regular
basis, or that could be used by a potential buyer. Pennsylvania residents
should test the lowest LIVABLE area of a structure.
Hang the test kit around eye level where it will not be disturbed. You can use
string to hang it from a central ceiling light or ceiling fan, or hang it on
an interior, non-masonry wall at least 3 feet from windows, doors, hallways,
exterior walls, and heat/AC vents. Keep out of direct sunlight and away from
heat sources like stoves, fireplaces, and baseboard heaters.
AVOID testing in areas of high humidity like bathrooms, kitchens, laundry
rooms, closets, or damp basements. If this is unavoidable, . no more than 4
days
See www.epa.gov/radon for EPA testing protocols.
CAN I RUN MY HEAT/AC DURING THE TEST?****
Yes, just keep windows and doors closed. However, avoid creating a draft, so no fans of any sort (attic, ceiling, window, floor) for the duration of the test. Exception: Bathroom and kitchen fans are fine.
HOW LONG SHOULD I CONDUCT THE TEST?****
This test kit is designed to be exposed for a minimum of 3 days minimum of 3 days maximum of 7 days (168 hours) Exposing it for shorter or longer will invalidate the test
References
- Find a Local AprilAire Healthy Air Professional
- Radon Control Solutions Include Network of Radon Control Professionals
- Find The Results of Your AprilAire Radon Test Kit
- Radon Results
- Radon | US EPA