ORECK AIR94 OptiMax Air Purifier User Guide

ORECK AIR94 OptiMax Air Purifier

Specifications

• Model: AIR94 & AIR95
• Earned ENERGY STAR qualification
• CADR (Clean Air Delivery Rate) for dust
• Energy efficiency measured in CADR/Watt

Usage Instructions

Before turning on the air purifier:

1. Check that the filters are properly in place and all plastic is removed.

Operating the Air Purifier

1. Press the Power button to turn the unit ON.
2. Adjust the Timer to set the desired run time (two, four, or eight hours).
3. Press the Air Revitalizer Button to activate the Air Revitalizer (optional).

Filter Replacement

When the Check Main Filter Light or Check Odor Filter Light is lit, it indicates that the respective filter needs to be replaced. Follow these steps to replace the filters:

1. Turn off the air purifier and unplug it from the power source.
2. Open the Air Purifier Door by removing it.
3. Remove the old filter(s) and dispose of them.
4. Insert the new filter(s) in their designated slots.
5. Close the Air Purifier Door securely.
6. Plug in and turn on the air purifier.

FAQ

Q: Where can I find customer service contact information?

A: You can contact Oreck by visiting their website at www.oreck.com or their Canadian website at www.oreckcanada.com.

Q: What should I consider when placing the air purifier?

A: It is important to consider the following when deciding on where to locate the air purifier:

• Avoid placing near heat sources like stove tops, ovens, radiators, or computers.
• Ensure proper ventilation and airflow around the unit.
• Keep the air purifier away from direct sunlight and moisture.

Congratulations on your purchase of the Oreck OptiMaxTM air purifier. Use this manual to learn the features, operation and maintenance of the Oreck Air Purifier.

Welcome to our Call, Click customer service program. To contact Oreck:

General Warnings

• Do not operate any fan with a damaged cord or plug.
• Discard the fan or return it to an authorized service facility for examination and/or repair.
• Do not run the cord under the carpeting. Do not cover the cord with throw rugs, runners, or similar coverings. Arrange the cord away from the traffic area so that it will not be tripped over.
• Only use the air purifier as described in this manual.
• Failure to do so may result in serious injury or death.
• Do not use the air purifier with a damaged cord or plug.
• Doing so may result in electric shock, serious injury or death. Have a qualified service technician replace any damaged cords or plugs.
• Do not handle the unit with wet hands. Doing so may result in electrical shock, serious injury or death.
• Thoroughly dry your hands before handling any part of the air purifier.

CAUTION!

• Hair, loose clothing and body parts may get caught in the machine resulting in injury. Keep hair, loose clothing and body parts away from openings and moving parts.
• Do not unplug by pulling on the cord. Doing so may result in electrical sparks and fire. Unplug the unit by grasping, and pulling the plug.

Note: A polarized plug has one rounded prong and one straight prong. The rounded end goes into the longest socket slot.

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric 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 a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.

• Do not use an extension cord.
• Do not place the air purifier near sources of heat, such as stove tops, ovens, radiators or computers.
• This equipment should be inspected frequently and collected dirt removed from it regularly to prevent excessive accumulation that may result in flashover or a risk of fire.
• Unplug or disconnect the appliance from the power supply before servicing.

Placement Warnings

WARNING!

• Do not use the air purifier outdoors or on wet surfaces.
• Doing so may result in electric shock, serious injury or death. Use only indoors and under dry conditions.
• Do not use the air purifier in an enclosed space where flammable, combustible or explosive gases are present.
• Do not use in an area where toxic vapours, flammable dust or oxygen tanks are present. Doing so may result in serious injury or death. Check the location and make sure these elements are not present.
• Warning: The product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

CAUTION!

• Do not place open flames, including candles, directly in front of the air purifier.
• Keep objects away from the air intake grille.
• It is important to consider the following when deciding where to locate the air purifier:
• Position the air purifier on a flat, solid, stable surface Never place the unit on soft surfaces such as a bed or sofa.
• Position the air purifier so that the dirty air is not drawn across your head or body while sitting or sleeping.
• Position the air purifier so the plug on the power cord easily reaches a standard electrical outlet for a polarized plug.
• Never allow children to insert their hands in a lighted opening.

Features

1. Air Purifier Door: Easily removed to gain access to the filter.
2. Main Filter: Captures particles from the air that passes through the filter.
3. Odour Filter: Reduces odours from the air that passes through the filter.
4. Intake Grille: Where air enters the unit.
5. Check Main Filter Light: Indicates the main filter may need to be replaced when lit.
6. Check Odor Filter Light: Indicates the Odor Filter may need to be replaced when lit.
7. Air Revitalizer Button: This button activates the Air Revitalizer which is designed to run continuously, but may be turned OFF if desired. The Air Revitalizer provides additional air freshness via the release of negative ions.
8. Check Light Reset Button: This button resets both the main filter and odour filter lights.
9. Timer: Sets the run time for two, four or eight hours, before automatically turning OFF.
10. Fan Speed: The fan runs at three speeds. The lights indicate the current fan speed.
    • L: Low for the Silence Technology®
    • M: Medium for typical use
    • H: High for maximum cleaning
11. Power: Turns the unit OFF and ON.
12. Exhaust Grille: Directs the flow of air as it exits the unit.

Operate

1. Check the air purifier for the filters.
   Be sure the supplied filters are properly in place and all plastic is removed before turning the unit on.

2. Place the air purifier on a hard surface such as the floor, a table or a desk. Be sure the grilles are not blocked by other objects, and there are no candles or flames near the unit. The air purifier can be placed in a horizontal or vertical position.

3. Plug in into the nearest standard electrical outlet that accepts a polarized plug.

4. Lightly Press the power button to turn the air purifier on.
   Press the power button again to turn the air purifier off.

5. Select the fan speed. To select the speed, lightly press and release the fan speed button until the desired speed is reached.
   L = low, Silence Technology®, M = medium or H = high.

6. Adjust the timer feature. The time can be selected from two, four or eight hours. The unit will turn off once it runs for the selected hours.
   Note: The unit will run continuously if all the timer lights are off.

7. The Check Filter Lights will light up when the filters may need to be replaced. Press and hold the button for several seconds until the filter indicator shuts off.

8. Choose to turn the Air Revitalizer feature on or off. Due to the sensitivity of the smart panel, a slight delay may occur for the electronics to respond.

Maintain

Replacing the Filter

Under normal operating conditions, the Main Filter should be changed every six months. Replace the Odor Filter every three months. The filters may need to be changed more often in heavy use such as in smoky or dusty environments. You should have spare filters available for later replacement.

Note: The filters are NOT washable.

1. When the filter light is illuminated, turn the unit off and unplug it from the power outlet.
2. Remove the door by holding the base of the unit, pull the door, rotate forward and pull out.
3. Remove the used filter. Note: the Odor filter is attached with Velcro® to the main filter. The Odor Filter is an optional feature. The unit will continue to clean the air without it.
4. Remove the packaging from the new filter(s).
5. The odour filter is reversible and attaches to the Velcro® applied to the front of the main filter. Place the filter(s) in the unit according to the air flow direction arrow as indicated on the main filter. Place new filter(s) into the unit.
6. Replace the door by aligning and inserting the two-door tabs, located at the bottom of the door, into the holes provided on the unit frame.

Rotate the top of the door toward the top of the unit and ensure the door snaps into place on both sides.

Trouble Shoot

Service problems that appear to be major can often be solved with some troubleshooting. Review the troubleshooting guide below before contacting a service centre.
All other servicing should be done by an Oreck-authorized service centre.

•   Fan speed

| • Plug-in Power Cord.

•    Set the fan speed to the desired level.

 | •   Front Cover| •    Make sure the front cover is securely fastened.
 | •   Filters| •   Make sure the unit has the filters installed properly.
The unit has a high noise level.| Check for a dirty filter.| Replace the filter.
The unit still does not operate properly.| Check all the points above.| Contact Oreck for service. See the inside front cover of this manual for contact information.

Warranty

ORECK MANUFACTURING COMPANY: (Oreck Manufacturing Company gives you the following limited warranty for this product only if it was originally purchased for residential use, not for resale, from Oreck or an Oreck Authorized Retail Dealer.) Oreck will repair or replace, free of charge, to the original purchaser, any part that is found to be defective in material or workmanship within three (3) years following the date of purchase for all residential models. NOTE: If the unit is used commercially, a one (1) year overall warranty applies.
This limited warranty does not cover the replacement of expendable or consumable parts such as filters, cartridges, and other parts subject to normal wear unless they are defective in material or workmanship.
This limited warranty does not apply to any part subjected to accident, abuse, commercial use, alteration, misuse, damage caused by act of God, the use of voltages other than on the data plate of this product or service of this product by other than Oreck or a participating Factory Authorized Service Center.
Oreck does not authorize any person or representative to assume or grant any other warranty obligation with the sale of this product.
Oreck’s limited warranty is valid only if you retain proof of purchase from Oreck or an Oreck Authorized Retail Dealer for this product. If you purchase this product from any other source, your purchase is “AS IS,” which means Oreck grants you no warranty, and that you, not Oreck, assume the entire risk of the quality and performance of this product, including the entire cost of any necessary servicing or repairs of any defects.
Oreck’s liability for damages to you for any costs whatsoever arising out of this statement of limited warranty shall be limited to the amount paid for this product at the time of original purchase, and Oreck shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, consequential or incidental damages arising out of the use or inability to use this product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THE LIMITED WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE, FOR THIS PRODUCT, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXPRESSLY DENIED.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

CONTACT

• USA: 1•800•989•3535
• Canada: 1•888•676•7325
• On the web, point and click at: www.oreck.com. and click locate a Store on the top right.
• Canada: www.oreckcanada.com.

© 2011 Oreck Holdings, LLC.
All rights reserved. All marks, text, logos, product configurations and registered trademarks are owned and used under the authority of Oreck Holdings, LLC.

References

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