guardian technologies APH406 Large Room Air Purifier and Humidifier Instruction Manual

guardian technologies APH406 Large Room Air Purifier and Humidifier

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WARNINGS
Failure to comply with the warnings listed below may result in electric shock or serious injury.

This product should be used only in accordance with the specifications outlined in this manual. Usage other than what has been specified here may result in serious injury. 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 appliance.
  IMPORTANT – 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.

• To avoid fire or shock hazard, plug the appliance directly into a 120V AC electrical outlet.

• Keep the cord out of heavy traffic areas. To avoid fire hazard, NEVER put the cord under rugs, near heat registers, radiator, stoves or heaters.

• Extreme caution is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children or people with disabilities and whenever the appliance is left operating unattended.

• Always unplug the air purifier before moving it, opening the grill, changing filters, cleaning or whenever the air purifier is not in use. Be sure to pull by the plug and not the cord.

• NEVER drop or insert any object into any openings.

• DO NOT run cord under carpeting.

•  DO NOT cover cord with throw rugs, runners, or similar coverings.

• DO NOT route cord under furniture or appliances. Arrange cord away from traffic area and where it will not be tripped over.

• DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, if motor fan fails to rotate, after the appliance malfunctions, or if it has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Call Customer Service at 1.866.603.5900 for assistance.

• Use appliance only for intended household use as described in this manual. Any other use not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury to persons.

• DO NOT use outdoors.

• DO NOT place anything on top of unit with the exception of the humidifier tank.

• NEVER block the air openings, grills/outlets or place on a soft surface such as a bed or sofa, as this could cause the unit to tip over, blocking the air intake or outtake opening.

• DO NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical functions on this unit. Doing so will void your warranty. The inside of the unit contains no user serviceable parts. All servicing should be performed by qualified personnel only.

• WARNING : To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not use this fan with any solid-state speed control device.

• Always unplug the unit before before cleaning or servicing in any way.

• Do not handle the plug with wet hands.

• Do not inhale the mist/vapor expelled from the product or drink water from the tank.

• Do not fill the water tank with hot or boiling water.

• If the water tank becomes cracked or damaged, do not use.

• Do not keep water in the tank when not in use for an extended period of time.

• Do not clean the unit, water tank or water reservoir with detergents or chemicals of any kind.

• The use of water additives in the tank including ethereal/essential oils, fragrances, eucalyptus, water conditioners, etc. will damage the appliance materials and as a consequence the whole unit. Any use of such additives in the tank will void the manufactures warranty.

• Do not get water in or on the power cord or where it connects to the product.

• Use clean or distilled water in tank. Hard water areas will require more frequent cleaning

WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm.
For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

This product earned the ENERGY STAR label by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the U.S. EPA. Room air cleaners have demonstrated the potential for improving air quality and providing health benefits. EPA does not endorse manufacturer claims regarding the degree to which a specific product will produce healthier indoor air. The energy efficiency of this ENERGY STAR certified model is measured based on a ratio between the model’s CADR for Smoke and the electrical energy it consumes, or CADR/Watt.

Product Specifications and Parts

CONTROL PANEL

AIR CLEANING SYSTEM

Improve your indoor air quality with your new Pureguardian Air Purifier with a removable evaporative Humidifier. The HEPA filter captures allergens and includes a charcoal filter layer to help reduce household odors.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT: The humidifier can only be used when the air purifier is in use. It uses the exhaust air from the air purifier to disperse moisture into the air. The air purifier can be used independently

AIR PURIFIER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT : The air purifier is shipped with the filter stored in the filter compartment.
The filter is shipped in a bag to prevent degradation. Before using, remove and discard bag.

Note: Proper filter and filter panel installation is necessary for the unit to turn on and run.

BEFORE OPERATING THE AIR PURIFIER:

1. Select a firm, level and flat location for the air purifier.
2. For proper air flow, locate the unit at least 1 foot from any wall or furniture.
3. Make sure none of the grills are blocked.
4. Plug the power cord into a 120V AC outlet. An audible chime will sound when plugged in.

OPERATING THE AIR PURIFIER

1. Turn unit power ON by pressing the power button on the top of the unit.
   Note: The purifier will not work if the back panel is not closed. The first time the unit is plugged in and power on, the air quality sensor will take a few minutes to calibrate.

2. Select Fan Speed Mode 1, 2, 3 (high).

3. Timer – If you prefer to run the purifier for a specific number of hours. Press timer control to select hours – 1, 2, 4 or 8 hours as indicated by the lights above the button. To cancel timer: hold the timer button for 3 seconds.

4. Sleep Mode – Press to dim display lights. When selected, the lights will dim and the air purifier will run in low speed. Press any control to exit from sleep mode.

5. Auto Mode – Press the fan speed button until the indicator in front of “A” lights up. When in “Auto” the fan speed will change depending on the air quality level in the room. See AQM below.

6. Child Lock – Press and hold Sleep + Fan controls for 3 seconds to lock control panel so controls cannot be adjusted. Press and hold for 3 seconds again to turn feature off.

7. Filter Change Indicator lights to indicate it is time to change the filter. Replace the filter according to instructions (Pg. E-6). Press and hold Timer + Sleep Controls for 3 seconds to reset the reminder.

8. Air Quality Monitor (AQM): detects the amount of particulate matter (PM2.5) in the air. The light bar under the display is the AQM indicator and it will change colors, indicating the air quality level in the room. The particulate matter value will be displayed on the control panel. See values and status ranges in chart below.

Light Color| Particulate Matter Value (Range)| Air Quality Status| Auto Fan Speed
---|---|---|---
Green| 0-100| Good| 1
Yellow| 101-200| Average| 2
Red| 201-500| Poor| 3

RESETTING THE AIR PURIFIER
The air purifier is equipped with a motor protection circut. If activated, the overload warning indicator will initiate and cut off the power. An audible warning “chime” will sound for 60 seconds. To restart the unit, unplug the unit for 10 minutes, then plug back in and power on.
Note: If the unit continues to shut down, there may still be an abnormal condition and the unit may need service.

HUMIDIFIER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

The humidifier does not operate independent of the air purifier. There are no electricals controls on the humidifier tank. It uses the air from the purifier exhaust to disperse moisture into the air

1. Before using the Humidifier be sure the air purifier is on a firm, level, and flat location.
2. Unplug the Air Purifier.
3. Set the humidifier tank on the top of the air purifier, line it up so that the bottom of the humidifier tank connects into the top of the air purifier.
4. Remove the humidifier lid and add water to reach the fill line. DO NOT add water above the fill line (If you prefer, you can fill the tank before placing on the purifier).
5. Replace the lid.
6. Plug in the air purifier.
7. Follow the air purifier instructions.
8. To maximize humidification, set the air purifier to the hightest speed (3).

FILTER REPLACEMENT

AIR PURIFIER FILTER REPLACEMENT
The filter reset indicator light will illuminate when it is time to replace your filter. Depending on usage and environmental conditions the filter will last approximately 6 months. The inside pleats of the filter will turn from white to grey when it is dirty and needs replacing. It is important to maintain and change the filter to continue to optimize the performance of the air purifier.

IMPORTANT: Do NOT wash and re-use the filter. Please contact Customer Service or visit our website www.guardiantechnologies.com to purchase a replacement filter. Use only Genuine Guardian Technologies replacement parts to optimize the performance of your air purifier.

1. Turn off and unplug the unit.
2. On the back of the unit, pull handle on filter panel and remove panel from unit.
3. Remove filter and disregard. Place new filter into air purifying unit with open end up.
4. Return filter panel, first insert the panel tabs in the base then close. Check that it’s secure.
5. Reset the filter light by holding the Timer + Sleep controls down for 3 seconds

IMPORTANT:
Make sure filter is installed and back panel is closed properly, otherwise unit will not function.

HUMIDIFIER FILTER REPLACEMENT
Replace the humidifer evaporative filter once you notice a discoloring or build up of dust/grime

1. Turn off and unplug the unit.
2. Remove the humidifier tank lid.
3. Remove the filter lid by turning counter clockwise.
4. Remove the filter.
5. Replace with new filter.
6. Return the lid and turn clockwise to lock into place.

Humidifer Storage
When not in use, empty and clean the humidifer. Discard of the filter and store the unit in a clean, dry location. Do not store with water in the tank.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

IMPORTANT: To maintain performance of the air cleaner, use Guardian Technologies GENUINE Replacement Parts only. To purchase visit our website www.guardiantechnologies.com.

CLEANING & MAINTENANCE

CLEANING
Always unplug the appliance before you clean it. Never immerse the appliance in water or any other liquid. Never use aggressive or flammable cleaning agents such as bleach or alcohol to clean any part of the appliance.

BODY OF THE APPLIANCE
Regularly clean the inside and outside of the body to prevent dust from collecting.

1. Wipe away dust with a soft dry cloth from the body of the appliance.
2. Clean the air inlet and the air outlet with a soft dry cloth.

PRE-FILTER SCREEN
The pre-filter is designed to collect larger dust and debris and should be cleaned monthly or more frequently depending on use. Clean regularly with the brush attachment or your vacuum cleaner. This will remove the lint and dirt and help maintain the life of the filter (see filter replacement to locate and remove filter).

NOTE: CAUTION Do NOT stick any foreign objects or your fingers inside of the unit. Do NOT use gasoline, benzene, thinner, harsh cleaners, etc. on and/or in the unit while cleaning as they will damage the product. NEVER use alcohol or other solvents.

What is CADR?
CADR stands for “Clean Air Delivery Rate,” which indicates the volume of filtered air delivered by an air purifier. CADR ratings show the effectiveness of how efficient the air purifier is at capturing fine particles from things like tobacco smoke and plant pollens from the room.

Clean Air Delivery Rate
From air cleaner to air cleaner, compare the CADR numbers. First look at suggested room size. Then refer to the Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR) numbers. The higher the number, the faster the unit filters the air.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

plugged into a working electrical outlet. Check to see if the motor protector is triggered.
No air circulating from the unit.| Unplug unit. Check filter.

Clean or replace filter if necessary.

Increase in noise level.| Make sure the filter is clean. Replace if necessary.
Odors and smoke are not removed.| Clean or replace the filter if it appears to be heavily soiled.
The discharged air has an aroma or odor.| Check to see if the filter is heavily soiled. Replace the filter.
The humidifier won’t run; won’t run on its own.| The humidifier has no electrical components and is not designed to be used without the air purifier.

LIMITED WARRANTY

To the consumer, Guardian Technologies LLC warrants this product to be free of defects in materials or workmanship commencing upon the date of the original purchase. In order to be eligible for this Limited Warranty, an original sales receipt or comparable substitute proof of purchase bearing the date of original purchase is required. Refer to the original product carton or specific product/model page on the Guardian Technologies website for warranty length for your particular model. This warranty applies only to the original purchaser of this product from the original date of purchase. This warranty covers product purchased from authorized distributors only. This warranty does not cover Guardian Technologies products that are used outside of the US and Canada as the appliance must be plugged directly into a 120V AC electrical outlet without the use of an adapter. This warranty applies to repair or replacement of product found to be defective in materials or workmanship. This warranty does not apply to damage resulting from unusual wear, commercial, abusive, unreasonable use or supplemental damage. This warranty does not cover damage from unauthorized repairs or from any use not in accordance with the instruction manual.

Defects that are the result of normal wear and tear will not be considered manufacturing defects under this warranty.
If this product should become defective within the warranty period, we will repair or replace any defective parts free of charge. All warranty repairs must be completed by Guardian Technologies LLC. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights (other rights may vary from state to state in the U.S.A.) To submit product under warranty the complete machine must be delivered pre-paid to Guardian Technologies LLC. Please include complete information including: the problem, the model number of the product, the day of purchase, and a copy of the original sales receipt along with your name, address, and telephone (email optional). Address returns to the attention of: Repair Department, at the address below. Additional questions or comments can be made toll free to the number listed below.

USA and Canada Guardian Technologies LLC 26251 Bluestone Blvd. Euclid, Ohio 44132 1.866.603.5900  www.guardiantechnologies.com Please go to www.guardiantechnologies.com to register your product. We consider the registration process important to ensuring superior service to our customers, however submitting the registration is optional and does not affect your rights to utilize this warranty according to the conditions stated above. Additional copies of the instruction manual can be obtained by accessing and printing directly from our website or calling customer service. Guardian Technologies LLC 26251 Bluestone Blvd.

• Euclid, OH 44132 1.866.603.5900
• ww.guardiantechnologies.com

References

• Lasko, GermGuardian, B-Air, BlueDri | Fans, Heaters, Air Purifiers – GuardianTechnologies
• P65Warnings.ca.gov

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