Blueair Blue Pure 221 Air Purifier User Manual
- June 5, 2024
- Blueair
Table of Contents
**by Blueair
Air purifier
User Manual
Model: Pure221
**
General safety instructions
Remember, the Pure 221 air purifier unit is an electrical appliance. Please
read these safety instructions carefully before use and take the necessary
precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury. The Pure
221 warranty applies only if the unit is used according to these instructions.
WARNING: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could
result in minor or moderate injury.
General
WARNING:
To avoid hazardous conditions, only the manufacturer, a service center
authorized by Blueair or similarly qualified persons shall replace the power
cord is damaged.
CAUTIONS:
- Use the grounded power cable provided with your Pure 221 to plug directly into an appropriate, grounded electrical outlet. (Refer to the rating label on your unit).
- Do not alter the plug in any way.
- Remember to always disconnect the power supply before servicing the unit.
- Do not use the unit if the power cable or plug is damaged or malfunctions in any manner.
- Keep the power cable away from heated surfaces.
- Do not sit on, stand or climb onto the unit or use the unit either as a table or for storage.
- Do not place any objects on top of the unit, block air outlets or intakes, or allow foreign objects to enter the unit as this may cause an electric shock or damage the unit.
Intended Use
CAUTIONS:
- Supervise children to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
- 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.
SYSTEM OVERVIEW
Blueprint
- Air outlet
- Ion chamber (Airstream optimizer)
- Inner wall
- Fan
- Motor
- Fan base
- Protective grill
- Release button for filter
- External metal frame (optional fabric pre-filter)
- Particle filter or Particle + Carbon filter
- Air inlet 360°
WHAT’S IN THE BOX
Air purifier unit package
| The air purifier unit
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| article or Particle +Carbon filter
| Optional fabric pre-filter. A fabric pre-filter captures
larger particles and increases the lifetime of the main filter.
Options
- A Particle filter or Particle + Carbon filter.
- A fabric pre-filter
- Choice of color for the fabric pre-filter.
USAGE
Placement
Place the unit in an upright position on the floor in your room. Be sure to
place the unit where it won’t be knocked over by any person or pet in the
household.
Using the unit in your bedroom?:
After 7 seconds the light automatically dims to 10% of the full effect.
Placing the unit:
| Place the unit in a location where air can circulate freely in, out, and
around the unit.
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| Do not place the unit closer than 10 cm (4”) from another object.
| Do not place the unit directly on or against soft furnishings such as
bedding or linen
| Do not place the unit near sources of heat, such as radiators, fireplaces,
or ovens.
| Do not place the unit near wet areas, such as bathrooms or laundry rooms
where it may come into contact with water.
| Do not place the unit outdoors.
SET UP
Getting started
If the optional pre-filter is used refer to steps 1 to 5. Otherwise, refer to steps 5 and 6.
Gently press the buttons on both sides of the unit
simultaneously.| Remove the top portion of the unit.| Then attach the fabric
pre-filter. To ensure a smooth fit, pull it carefully over the metal frame.
Next, reposition the top of the unit onto the bottom and make sure it clicks
into place.| Plug in the unit.| Press the button to turn the unit on. The unit
automatically sets itself to the recommended
energy-efficient operating speed. When the indicator light glows white your
unit is working properly.
ON/OFF AND OPERATING SPEEDS
On/off and speed control
On/Low
Press once to turn the unit on and set it to the recommended energy-efficient
speed.| Medium
Press twice to set to medium speed.| High
Press three times to set to high speed.
Off
Press a fourth time to turn the unit off.
Moreover, the unit has an Autostart feature. This means that the unit will
automatically restart at the set speed if a power failure occurs, the unit is
unplugged or a power switch timer is used.
FILTERS
Filters
General information:
The unit is delivered with two fabric pre-filters and either a Particle filter
or Particle + Carbon filter. These filters remove the following pollutants:
Particle filters remove:
Particle + Carbon filters remove all the above pollutants, plus:
*Particle matter smaller than 2.5 microns
IMPORTANT!
Use only genuine Blueair filters to ensure the proper function of your unit
and to qualify for full warranty coverage.
Button control functions
Change filter indicator
When the indicator turns yellow (after 5
months of operation), it’s time to order a new filter.| Change filter
When the indicator light turns red (after 1 extra month of operation), you
should change the
main filter.| Reset the filter alert
Press the button for three seconds to reset the filter alert.
You can change the filter before the indicator light turns red, i.e. when it first turns yellow. In this case, just reset the unit after changing the filter and use it for another 6 months. (see “Change the main filter”)
Vacuum or wash the pre-filter
Occasionally vacuum the exterior of the fabric pre-filter to remove dust. Before removing the fabric pre-filter, turn off and unplug the unit.
Gently pull and detach the pre-filter from the lower half of the unit.| ash
the prefilter on a gentle, low-temperature cycle in the washing machine.|
Before replacing the fabric pre-filter, gently press the release buttons on
both sides of the unit until you hear a click.| Liftoff the top of the unit.
Re-fit the fabric pre-filter over the
bottom part of the unit.| | Replace the top of the unit, pressing
firmly until you hear a click.| To restart the unit press the button for
three seconds, and then release it.
Change the main filter
When the indicator light turns red, it’s time to change the main filter.
Before changing the main filter, turn off and unplug the unit.
Gently press the release buttons on both sides of the unit until you hear a
click.| Lift off the top of the unit.| Remove the old main filter from the
unit. Unfold the new main filter and insert it into the unit.
Firmly press the top of the unit down onto the new main filter until you hear a click.| To restart the unit press the button for three seconds, and then release it.
This lets the unit know that you have changed the main filter. The indicator light flashes 3 times and then changes from red to white.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
General care
Take good care of your unit to ensure that it delivers optimal performance.
- Vacuum the pre-filter occasionally to remove dust, or wash it on a gentle, low-temperature cycle in the washing machine.
- Change the main filter every six months, depending on the operating conditions.
- When the unit is open to change the filter, vacuum any dust that may have accumulated inside the unit.
- Occasionally wipe the top of the unit with a dry dust cloth.
SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications¹
| Room size: | 50m2 (540 sq. ft.) |
|---|---|
| Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR) | 
Filter replacement indicator| Yes
,
On/Off timer
| No
Speeds| 1-2-3-off
Dimensions| Height: 522 mm (20.5 in)
Width: 330 mm (13 in)
Depth: 330 mm (13 in)
Weight: 7 kg (15 Ibs)
Airflow rate| 230 – 620 m3/h (135 – 365 cfm)
Air exchange2| 5 per hour (50 m2 or 540 sq.ft.room)
Power usage| 30 – 61 W
Noise level| 31 – 56 dB(A)
Average filter service life| six months³
Warranty| Local regulations
Blue is available in different colors for the Pure 221 air purifier unit. The
colored fabric works as a pre-filter.
¹ Certified ratings as stated are based on U.S. version models (120VAC, 60Hz)
with Blue Particle Filter. Ratings may be affected by the use of other Blue
filter models.
²Air changes per hour are calculated on the recommended room size, assuming
8-foot (2.4-m) ceilings. For smaller rooms, the air changes per hour will
increase.
³ Depending on air quality in the area of use, the recommended six-month
filter lifetime maybe longer.
⁴The available electrical power voltage and frequency affect the power
consumption of the unit. the power consumption might therefore be different
from the stated value.
Blue
PURE 221
Nederlandse gebruikershandleiding
Model: Pure221
by Blueair
www.blueair.com
www.blueair.com/contact-us
Blueair AB Middle East Jafza One
Office No. AB1503
Jebel Ali Free Zone
P.O. Box No. 263947
Dubai +971 (4)8821244
102652_PURE_221_Foldable_EU_US_UM_REV01
References
- Air Purifiers & Air Filters for Clean Air in the Home | Blueair
- Contact Blueair About Air Purifiers & Filters | Blueair