VITEK VT-8556 Air Washer Instruction Manual

VT-8556 Air Washer
Instruction Manual

AIR WASHER VT-8556
The air washer traps fine dust particles, neutralizes smoke odor, kills harmful bacteria, and the humidification function improves indoor air quality.

DESCRIPTION

1. Body (upper unit part)

2. Outlet air grid

3. Control panel

4. Water tank

5. Inlet air grid

6. Carrying handle

7. Water level scale

8. HEPA filters
   Control panel (3)

9. Timer operation time selection button « »

10. Timer operation time LED indicators «1Ч-2Ч-4Ч»

11. On/off/speed selection button « »

12. Operation speed LED indicators «I-II-III»

DEFINING CHARACTERISTICS

Rooms such as a pantry, kitchen, office, corridor, or toilet, usually have a closed air volume, which contributes to the growth of bacteria that are the source of unpleasant odors.  The air washer resolves this problem and fills the room with clean air. The ionization mode generates anions and ozone (O3), which kills bacteria, and the HEPA filter unit traps the finest dust particles, pollen, and fungus spores.
Insufficient room humidity negatively affects the health of humans, pets, plants, and furniture.
The recommended comfortable room humidity level is from 40% to 60%. The humidification function will improve indoor air quality.
Attention! The air washer does not trap carbon monoxide (CO) or radon (Rn), so it cannot be used to filter the air in case of fire or dangerous chemical release.
Dear customer!
Please read this instruction manual carefully before connecting your unit to the power supply to avoid damage due to misuse.
Pay particular attention to the safety information.
If you transfer your unit to a third party, be sure to hand over the instruction manual as well.
SAFETY INFORMATION
To reduce the risk of injury, fire, or electric shock, follow the basic safety precautions when operating the unit, including the following:

• Read the instructions carefully before use.
• Before connecting the unit to the power supply, check if the current and voltage of the mains correspond to the operating voltage and current of the unit.
• Do not use the unit if the power cord or the power plug is damaged, if the unit operates intermittently or after it has been dropped.
• If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced with a new one.
• If the power cord is damaged, it should be replaced by the manufacturer, maintenance service or similarly qualified personnel to avoid danger.
• The unit and its parts, including the power cord, must in no case be repaired by the user. Otherwise, the warranty is void.
• Do not repair the unit by yourself. Do not disassemble the unit by yourself, in case of any malfunctions, as well as after the unit has been dropped, disconnect the unit from the mains and contact any authorized service center at the contact addresses indicated in the warranty card and on the website www.vitek.ru.
• If you find any damage during the warranty period, please contact the retailer from whom you purchased the product. After the warranty expires, contact a service technician or certified technician.
• Do not leave the switched-on unit unattended.
• Do not let the power cord hang from the sharp edges of any objects or furniture.
• Do not place the unit near heating appliances, or electric or gas stoves.
• When using a gas stove at home, it is recommended to use distilled water for the air washer.
• Keep the unit out of direct sunlight.
• Do not use the unit in an environment, where the relative room humidity exceeds 80%. In a high-humidity environment, where the relative humidity is above 60%, use the unit only when necessary and only with the unit set to the lowest humidification level.

Attention! Mishandling the unit may cause injuries.

• Do not use the unit in a room with a high humidity level, such as a bathroom.
• Do not use the unit in explosive and/or flammable atmospheres, where aerosols are sprayed or flammable liquids are used.
• Do not cover the air grids or insert any objects into them.
• Place the unit on a flat and steady surface.
• Do not touch the unit with wet hands, do not lay it on a damp floor and do not use when the outer unit surface is wet.
• Do not let water get into the lower part of the unit body.
• Disconnect the unit from the mains when filling the tank and cleaning.
• Make sure that no liquid gets on the electrical connectors and avoid leakage.
• Do not empty, fill or tilt the unit during operation.
• Do not lift the tank during operation.
• Never try to open the unit body by yourself.
• Do not use the unit outdoors. This unit is intended for household usage only.
• The unit can only be used for its intended purpose. Any defect or malfunction resulting from the misuse, maintenance, etc. will automatically void the warranty provided. The unit can only be used for indoor air humidification and purification.
• This unit is not intended for usage by children.
• During the unit operation and breaks between the operation cycles, place the unit out of reach of children.
• Do not allow children to touch the unit and the power cord during the unit’s operation.
• The unit is not intended to be used by people with physical, sensory, or mental disabilities (including children) or by persons lacking experience or knowledge if they are not under the supervision of a person who is responsible for their safety or if they are not instructed by this person on the usage of the unit.
• Do not leave children unattended to avoid them using the unit as a toy.
• Close supervision is necessary when children or disabled persons are near the operating unit.
• For children,,’s safety do not leave polyethylene bags used for packaging unattended.

Attention! Do not allow children to play with polyethylene bags or packaging film. The danger of suffocation!

• Children should not clean or maintain the unit without supervision by a person responsible for their safety.

• When the unit is in operation, do not direct the airflow from the outlet grid to exhaust ventilation openings, people, walls, furniture, wooden floors, sockets, or other electrical devices.

• Do not place the unit on unprotected furniture, wooden floors, etc. Use, for example, a waterproof material to prevent uncontrolled water spillage.

• Do not add aromatic oils, essential water-soluble chemicals or medicines to the water.
  They can cause malfunction. Any defect or malfunction resulting from the misuse will automatically void the rights granted by our warranty.

• Drain the water tank after using the unit.

• If the air washer will not be used for an extended period of time, it must be cleaned as described in the “CLEANING AND CARE” section. Let the unit dry in a warm place and store it in a dry place. Leave the tank open.

• Switch the unit off before disconnecting from the mains.

• Unplug the power cord from the socket by pulling only the plug.

• Never carry the unit by the power cord.

• Never sit or step on the unit. This may result in injury or unit damage.

• Please note that the unit does not remove carbon monoxide. It cannot be used to remove and filter hazardous substances.

• Check the power cord, the power plug, the unit body, and the tank periodically.

• To avoid damages, transport the unit in the original package only.

• Keep the unit in a dry cool place out of reach of children and disabled persons.

• Keep this manual for future reference.

THIS UNIT IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. ITS COMMERCIAL USAGE AND USAGE IN PRODUCTION AREAS AND WORK SPACES IS  PROHIBITED.

BEFORE THE FIRST USE

After transporting or storing the unit in cold (winter) conditions, keep it at room temperature for at least three hours.
There may be water spots inside the tank – this is normal as the product has passed quality control.

• Unpack the unit completely and remove any advertising stickers preventing the units from operating.

• The unit is intended for operation with an AC system and 50 or 60 Hz frequency.
  The unit does not need any additional settings for operating with the required nominal frequency.

• Check the unit’s integrity, if there is any damage, do not use the unit.

• Remove the upper unit part (1).

• Remove the HEPA filters (8) from the tank (4).

• Remove the HEPA filters (8) from the packaging material.

• Insert the HEPA filters back into the tank.

• Install the upper unit part (1) on the tank (4).
  Warning! Before filling the tank with water, switch the unit off and unplug it. Be careful not to get the unit’s body wet.
  Note: Use the unit at room temperature between +10°C and +40°C and with a relative humidity of less than 80%. The used water temperature should not be higher than  +40°С.

USING THE AIR WASHER

• Remove the upper unit part (1).

• Remove the HEPA filters (8) from the tank (4).
  Soak the filters in water.

• Insert the soaked HEPA filters (8) back into the tank (4).
  Warning! The filters should be cleaned regularly, at least once a week.

• Fill the tank with water up to the maximum level. Always use clean, cold tap water. Since water quality varies by region, it is recommended to use distilled or filtered water  to minimize the risk of contamination and calcification (scale formation).
  Warning! Do not exceed the maximum mark.

• Install the body (1) on the tank (4). If you spill water, before switching the unit on, dry it and the surfaces where water has been spilled, and make sure that all parts of the unit and the surface, on which the unit is placed, are dry.

• Connect the unit to the mains.

• Switch the unit on by pressing the on button (11).

• When the unit is turned on, the built-in air ionizer is automatically activated.

• Set the unit operating modes according to your preferences. After pressing the buttons (11), the LED indicator of the selected operation speed (12) will light up, to change the selected operation speed, press the corresponding button again (the programming function will be deactivated after the successive switching of all three modes).

Timer setting
By successively pressing the button (9) « », set the required timer operation time, while the LED indicator (10) of the corresponding mode will light up:
1Ч – corresponds to a 1-hour timer operation
2Ч – corresponds to a 2-hour timer operation
4Ч – corresponds to a 4-hour timer operation

Humidity level setting
By successively pressing the button (11) « »
set the required operation speed, the LED indicator (12) of the corresponding speed will light up:
I – corresponds to the low operation speed
II – corresponds to the medium operation speed
III – corresponds to a high operation speed.

• After using switch the unit off with the button (11) (the unit will be off after switching through all three humidity levels – after the «III» mark (intensive operation mode),  the next press of the button will switch the unit off).
• Unplug the unit.
  Note! This unit does not provide an auto-off function when there is no water in the tank.
  Check for water in the tank periodically and top it up if necessary.

CLEANING AND CARE

• Switch off the unit and unplug it before cleaning.

• Do not use polish, gasoline or other chemical cleaners for cleaning.

• Wipe the cleaner body with a soft, slightly damp cloth, then wipe it dry.

• Clean the air inlet and outlet air grids as they become dirty.

• Fill the tank with water and rinse. Fill the tank with water and pour 2 tablespoons of vinegar into it. Leave the water with vinegar for about half an hour, then drain it and  rinse the tank under the running water. You can also use a citric acid descaler to clean the tank.
  Warning! Clean the water tank at least once a week.

• Wash the HEPA filters with cold running water and let them dry naturally. When washing, you can use a soft brush.
  Warning! The HEPA filters should be cleaned regularly, at least once a week.
  Warning! Do not place the upper unit part under a tap or submerge it partially in the water. Leaving the water in the tank for longer than a few days can cause bacterial growth,  so the water should be replaced with a fresh one every day.

STORAGE

Before storing the unit, drain the water tank, remove the filters and let them dry naturally.
Wipe the cleaner body and the tank with a soft, slightly damp cloth, then wipe them dry.
Make sure the tank and the body are dry.

• Do not store the unit with water in the tank and with wet filters.
• Store the air cleaner in a dry cool place out of reach of children and disabled persons.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Check if the power plug is inserted into the main socket.
The unit is off.| Switch the unit on by pressing the operation speed selection button (11).
The unit does not work properly.| No water in the tank| Disconnect the unit from the mains.
Remove the upper unit part, and pour water according to the instructions.
Too much water in the tank| Disconnect the unit from the mains.
Remove the upper unit part, and drain water to the maximum mark.
The tank is incorrectly installed| Disconnect the unit from the mains.
Install the tank according to the instructions.
Bad smell| First use| Disconnect the unit from the mains.
Remove the upper unit part, drain water from the tank, and place the tank in a dry cool place for 12 hours.
Dirty or stagnant water| Disconnect the unit from the mains, remove the upper unit part, drain the water from the tank, clean the tank (as described in the “Cleaning and care» section), and fill it with fresh water.
White deposit| Too many minerals in the water.| Use distilled water to minimize the risk of contamination and calcification.

DELIVERY SET
Air cleaner with installed filters – 1 pc.
Instruction manual – 1 pc.
SPECIFICATIONS
Power supply: 220-240 V ~ 50/60 Hz
Rated input power: 25 W
Tank capacity: 2 L
Water discharge: 120-150 ml/h
Ozone output: less than 0,05 ppm
Area serviced: up to 25 m
RECYCLING

For environmental protection do not throw out the unit and the batteries (if included), do not discard the unit and the batteries with usual household waste after the service life expiration; apply to specialized centers for further recycling.
The waste generated during the disposal of the unit is subject to mandatory collection and consequent disposal in the prescribed manner.
For further information about recycling this product apply to a local municipal administration, a disposal service, or to the shop where you purchased this product.

The manufacturer reserves the right to change design, structure, and specifications not affecting general principles of the unit operation without a preliminary notification due to which insignificant differences between the manual and product may be observed. If the user reveals such differences, please report them via e-mail info@vitek.ru for receipt of an updated manual.
The unit operating life is 3 years

Guarantee

Details regarding guarantee conditions can be obtained from the dealer from whom the appliance was purchased.
The bill of sale or receipt must be produced when making any claim under the terms of this guarantee.
This product conforms to the EMC Directive 2014/30/EU and to the Low Voltage
Directive 2014/35/EU.

References

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