Kenmore 437.83394410 Air Purifier User Guide

: June 13, 2024
: Kenmore

Table of Contents

Kenmore 437.83394410 Air Purifier
BEFORE USING YOUR NEW AIR PURIFIER
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
AIR PURIFIER
CONTROL PANEL
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
CLEANING
FILTER REPLACEMENT
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
TROUBLESHOOTING
References
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Kenmore 437.83394410 Air Purifier

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BEFORE USING YOUR NEW AIR PURIFIER

Please read this guide. It will help you to operate your new Kenmore Air Purifier in the safest and most effective way. Keep this book and your sales check (receipt) in a safe place for future reference.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read all the instructions in this guide before using your Air Purifier. This product is intended for indoor residential use only, not for industrial or other commercial applications. Use only electrical wiring that is in good working order and that meets applicable codes and ordinances. If you have questions regarding your wiring, consult a qualified electrician. While using your Air Purifier, you should follow the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS listed below. As part of these instructions, we have used the word ‘WARNING” to indicate the level of a hazard WARNING: indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could result in injury or death.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, including the following:

Read all instructions before using this Air Purifier.
Use this Air Purifier only as described in this manual. Any other use not recommended by the manufacturer may cause electric shock, fire, or injury to persons.
Do not operate the Air Purifier with a damaged power cord or after the Air purifier malfunctions or has been dropped in any manner.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Do not place the Air Purifier on a small, unlevel, or uneven surface, or any surface that might allow the Air Purifier to tip, fall, or get knocked over.
For proper operation, the Air Purifier should be placed on a smooth, noncombustible surface.
The Air Purifier requires a level surface of at least 6″ (15.2 cm) from heat sources such as ranges or heaters.
Do not sit, stand, or place heavy objects on the Air Purifier.
Always unplug the Air Purifier when not in use, and before servicing.
Do not operate the Air Purifier with any safety devices removed
Keep the power cord away from heated surfaces.
Do not run the power cord under the carpeting. Do not cover the cord with throw rugs, runners, or the like. Arrange the cord away from the traffic area where it will not be tripped over.
Avoid the use of extension cords due to the risk of fire. If an extension cord must be used, the cord must be a minimum of 14AWG and rated not less than 1875 watts.
Do not insert or allow any object to enter any openings on the Air Purifier. Doing so may cause electric shock and/or fire hazards.
Do not block air openings or place an Air Purifier on a soft surface such as a bed or sofa.
Do not use the Air Purifier where combustible gases or vapors are present.
This product is intended for indoor residential use only, not for industrial or other commercial applications. Do not operate outdoors. This warranty is void if the product is ever used for other than private household purposes.
The Air Purifier should be connected to a 120 V, 60 Hz outlet.
The Air Purifier has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).
To reduce the risk of shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact qualified personnel to install the proper outlet.
DO NOT try to alter the plug in any way.
A loose fit between the plug and the AC outlet (receptacle) may cause overheating and distortion of the plug. Contact a qualified electrician to replace loose or worn outlets.
The use of a time-delay fuse or time-delay circuit breaker is recommended.

WARNING: SHOCK HAZARD
Use your Air Purifier only in dry environments. This Air Purifier is not intended for use in a bathroom, laundry area, or similar locations near sinks, washing machines, swimming pools, or other sources of water. Never locate the Air Purifier
where it may fall into a bathtub or other water receptacle. Do not use in damp environments such as flooded basements.

WARNING: FIRE HAZARD
Air Purifiers have arcing or sparking parts inside. Do not use near combustible materials or flammable gases or sources of heat. DO NOT USE in areas where gasoline, paint or flammable materials are used or stored. To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intakes or exhaust in any manner. Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any intakes or exhaust openings as this may cause an electric shock, fire, or damage to the fan.

WARNING: HOT SURFACES
Do not touch the Air Purifier motor when in use. This motor is hot when in use. To avoid burns, do not let bare skin touch hot surfaces. SAVE THESE iNSTRUCTiONS!

PARTS AND FEATURES
It is important to know your Air Purifier’s parts and features to ensure its proper and safe use. Review these instructions before using your Air Purifier.

AIR PURIFIER

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CONTROL PANEL

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE: Before operating the air purifier, record the date of installation on the HEPA filter. Under normal use conditions (12 hours a day), the HEPA filter should be replaced once a year, and the pre-filter should be replaced every 3 months.
To remove and replace either filter, see “Filter Replacement” in “Care and Maintenance.”

Check the Air Purifier filters. Before turning the unit on, be sure both filters are correctly in place, and that any plastic packaging has been removed from filters.
Place the Air Purifier on a hard surface such as the floor, table, or desk. Be sure the grills are not blocked by other objects and that there are no candies or flames near the unit.
The Air Purifier can be positioned upright or on its back in a horizontal position for operation.
Plug into the nearest standard electrical outlet.
H| High| Maximum Operation| Fast Cleaning
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M| Medium| Daytime Operation| Normal Cleaning
L| Low| Nighttime Operation| Quiet Cleaning
Press the POWER button to turn the Air Purifier on. Press the POWER button again to turn the Air Purifier off.
Select the fan.
Hour Light(s) Illumina ted| Timer Selection
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2| 2 Hours
1 and 2| 3 Hours
4| 4 Hours
1 and 4| 5 Hours
2 and 4| 6 Hours
1, 2 and 4| 7 Hours
To activate the 1-7 hour timer, press the TIMER button. Once the timer is activated, the 1 hour light will illuminate. Continue pressing the TIMER to select up to 7 hours of timed operation.
Use the FILTER button to reset the HEPA or Pre-Filter Change Indicators. Each Indicator will illuminate when each of the filters may need to be replaced. To reset, press and hold the FILTER button until the Change Indicator Light no longer appears. If both Lights are on at the same time, and only one of the filters is changed, pressing the FILTER button will turn off and reset both Indicator Lights.
NOTE : When both Indicators illuminate, replace the HEPA Filter and Pre- Filter at the same time.
Choose to activate or deactivate the Ionizer. The Ionizer provides additional air freshness through the release of negative ions. To activate, press the ION button.

Once the time is selected, the unit will operate and then turn off once its time limit is reached. To deactivate the timer, press the TIMER button until the indicator lights no longer appear.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

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FILTERREPLACEMENT
WARNING: To avoid serious injury from electrical shock_ ALWAYS turn the Air Purifier OFF and unplug BEFORE performing filter replacement procedures.
NOTE: The Change Filter Indicator Lights will illuminate when it is time to replace the HEPA or Pre-Filtero Under conditions of normal use (12 hours a day), this will occur approximately every 3 months for the Pre-Fitter and once a year for the HEPA filter. The filters may need to be changed more often with continuous operation or use in smoky or dusty environments. See
Filter Replacement Table.

Turn the Air Purifier OFF and unplug from the outlet. Place the unit on its back on a hard flat surface with the front cover facing up.
To remove the front cover, insert the fingers of each hand into the intake grill openings on each side of the cover and gently put the cover-up toward you.
Remove all plastic packaging from the new filters. Remove filters indicated for replacement.
With a dry soft cloth, wipe visible dust from the exposed fan housing chamber.
Install a new HEPA filter with its Pre-Fitter Locking Tabs facing up as shown.
Install a new Pre-Fitter by securing it onto the Pre-Filter Locking Tabs.
NOTE: Do not try to wash and reuse either a HEPA or Pre-Filter. Z To reinstall the front cover, insert tabs on the bottom into slots at the base of the unit. Rotate the front cover up and gently press the top corners down until the cover snaps securely in place.

CLEANING

Turn the Air Purifier OFF and unplug from the power outlet.
Clean exterior surfaces with a damp soft cloth only. DO NOT pour or splash water on the unit. Do not use any abrasive-type cleaner on it.
Wipe all surfaces free from dust and grime, especially the grill intake and exhaust openings.
Remove the front cover to improve access to cleaning intake openings. See front cover removal instructions in the FILTER REPLACEMENT section.
Once all surfaces are completely dry, plug the unit back into the power outlet for operation.

STORAGE
If you store your Air Purifier for more than 30 days, you should:

Remove both the HEPA filter and the pre-filter from the unit.
Discard the pre-fitter.
Wrap the HEPA filter in an air-tight plastic bag or plastic wrap. Be sure that the filter is totally sealed to protect it from its storage environment.
DO NOT put the plastic-wrapped HEPA filter back into the Air Purifier; remove the plastic wrap completely before re-installing. To set up the Air Purifier after storage:
Unwrap the HEPA filter completely.
Install a new pre-fitter. Z Install filter assembly in the Air Purifier. See the “Filter Replacement _section for proper installation.