Rowenta PU8080F0 Pure Home Air Purifier Instruction Manual

Rowenta PU8080F0 Pure Home Air Purifier

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Main unit

• A Air Quality Box
• B Control panel
• C Air inlets
• D Air outlet grid
• E Handle
• F Wheels
• G Back door
• H Power cord outlet

Indicators

1. Standby

2. Wifi

3. Alert LED when the box is removed
   Control buttons

4. ON/OFF

5. Wifi (for the pairing process)

6. Timer

7. Speeds

8. Mode

9. Allergen Mode

10. OK button

11. Navigation button

IMPORTANT

Read the instructions for use and safety carefully before use and keep them for future reference.

SAFETY TIPS

It is essential that you read these instructions carefully and observe the following recommendations :

• For your safety, this appliance complies with the applicable standards and regulations (low voltage, electromagnetic compatibility, environmental directives, etc.).
• This appliance should not be used by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capacities or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they are supervised or have been given instructions beforehand concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
• The appliance can be used by children aged 8 and over and persons with a lack of experience or knowledge or reduced physical, sensory or mental capacities, provided they are supervised, have been trained on the safe use of the appliance and are aware of the risks involved. Children must not play with the appliance.
• If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its after-sales service or a similarly qualified person so as to avoid any danger.
• Children should not clean or perform maintenance on the appliance without being supervised.
• For maintenance operations, please refer to the “Maintenance” section.
• Keep the appliance and its power cord out of the reach of children aged under 8.
• This appliance is designed for domestic use only. It should not be used for industrial purposes.
• The warranty will be invalidated if damage occurs due to incorrect use.
• Do not operate this appliance in a very dusty and/or humid place or in a location with fire hazards.
• Before use, always make sure that the appliance, plug and power cord are in good condition.
• Never insert objects into the appliance (e.g. needles, etc.).
• Do not pull on the power cord or the appliance, even to unplug it from the wall power outlet.
• Unroll the full length of the cord before use.

VERY IMPORTANT

• Do not cover the air inlets or the outlet grid.
• Do not touch the appliance with wet hands.
• Never allow any liquid to enter the appliance.
• Never use the appliance in a humid place.
• Never use the appliance close to a heat source.
• Never place anything on the appliance or insert anything into it.
• Do not use the appliance close to flammable objects or products (curtains, aerosols, solvents, etc.).
• Never use the appliance in an inclined or horizontal position. Place the appliance on a flat, stable surface.
• In the case of prolonged absence: switch the appliance off and unplug it.
• Switch off and unplug your appliance before moving it.
• The air purifier must be unplugged during assembly and cleaning.

RECYCLING

LET’S HELP PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT!
Your appliance contains valuable materials and Lithium-Ion batteries which can be recovered or recycled. Leave it at a local waste collection point or take to an approved service center so that it can be processed.

Battery recycling
This appliance contains batteries that are only replaceable by skilled persons. When removing Lithium-Ion batteries, completely discharge the batteries before disassembly Open the housing of the device with a tool and disconnect the connections to recycle the batteries safely.

YOUR PRODUCT

OPERATING PRINCIPLE
The new Pure Home purifier from Rowenta/Tefal enables you to breathe an air with up to 100% of allergens filtered thanks to 4 filtration levels as described below. Each level is essential and traps characteristic pollutants:

3-in-1 filter

Level 1: Pre-filter

• Dust
• Hair
• Fur
• Lint

Level 2: Active carbon filter

• Volatile Organic
• Compounds (VOCs)
• Odors/gases

Level 3: Allergy+ lter

• Fine particles (PM2.5)
• Pollen
• Dust mites
• Animal allergens
• Mold
• Bacteria/viruses

Level 4: NanoCaptur+ filter

• Formaldehyde

HOW TO ACHIEVE CLEANER INDOOR AIR
In addition to using your air purifier, here are some tips on how to improve the quality of your indoor air:

• Ventilate the rooms for at least 10 min. every day, in summer and winter.
• Maintain your ventilation system.
• Limit the use of household products.
• Do not smoke indoors.
• Avoid home fragrances, incense sticks, scented candles, etc.
• Ventilate whenever any work is being conducted in your home and for several weeks afterwards.
• Avoid green plants that are allergenic or need frequent watering.

GETTING STARTED

WHERE TO INSTALL THE APPLIANCE
Place the purifier on a flat, stable surface in the room requiring treatment. To allow the air to circulate freely, avoid placing the appliance behind curtains, below a window, item of furniture or shelf unit, or close to any other obstacle, and leave at least 50 cm of free space on each side of the appliance.

BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE FOR THE FIRST TIME
Make sure that the plastic packaging protecting the filters has been removed before using the appliance. Also make sure that:

• The voltage of your electrical installation corresponds to the one indicated on the appliance.
• Your appliance can be used with a power plug without an earth connection. It is a class II appliance (double electrical insulation),
• The appliance is positioned in the house as described above,
• The air inlet and outlet grids are completely unobstructed,
• Ensure the 3-in-1 filter, NanoCaptur+ filter and back door have been correctly installed. This appliance is fitted with a device that automatically prevents it from operating if the filter block hasn’t been inserted correctly and locked.

HOW TO CONNECT YOUR PURIFIER TO THE INTERNET

Download the app “Pure Air by Rowenta” & follow the instructions on your smartphone:

1. Sign in to create your Rowenta account if you are new. Or log in the app if you already have an account.| 2. Make sure to stand close to the purifier during the pairing (2 meters maximum) and make sure the purifier is located near a strong Wi-Fi signal.

| 3. Make sure your phone is connected to your local Wi-Fi network
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4. Turn your purifier on & hold| 5. Choose your Wi-Fi network and| 6. And you’re done !
the Wi-Fi button for 3 seconds| enter the network password to| The Wi-Fi indicator lights to indicate
(you’ll hear a “ding” sound and| connect to your local Wi-Fi network.| that your purifier is successfully
the Wi-Fi indicator will flash to|  | connected to your Pure air by
indicate that your purifier is successfully connected to Wi-Fi.)|  | Rowenta app.
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Wi-fi function
To launch a new pairing press the WIFI button for 3 seconds.

• When the light is on, the product is paired/connected.
• When the light is flashing quickly then slowly, the product is pairing/connecting to the WIFI/servers.
• When the light is off, the product is not connected.

To turn off the Wi-Fi function, hold simultaneously the WIFI + TIMER buttons for 4 seconds. To turn it back on, press the WIFI button for 3 seconds.

Product reset
You can do the reset on the product (with the air quality box plugged on it):

1. Press together the TIMER + ALLERGEN MODE buttons for 8 seconds
2. First, the appliance will make a bip to indicate Reset is launched. Then the appliance will erase all data regarding pairing.
3. Once it’s done, the product will make a long bip and turn off.
4. Unplug and replug the main unit to finalize the reset procedure

Or on the air quality box:

1. Go into settings (refer to the section « Air Quality Box »)
2. Select « reset the product »
3. Press « validate »
4. First, the appliance will make a bip to indicate Reset is launched. Then the appliance will erase all data regarding pairing.
5. Once it’s done, the product will make a long bip and turn off.
6. Unplug and replug the main unit to finalize the reset procedure

Note: this resets the product including the wifi connection settings.

Connection issues
In case of pairing issues between the appliance and your domestic Wi-Fi network, refer to the information listed on the following link:
https://www.compatibility.groupeseb.com/CompatibilityList-Pureair- Rowenta.pdf
https://www.compatibility.groupeseb.com/CompatibilityList-Pureair-Tefal.pdf

OPERATION

INDICATION OF AIR QUALITY
There are 3 sensors on the product: PM (2,5/10), VOC, & humidity.
Your product will compute a global measurement of air quality level based on the VOC & particles values through a dedicated algorythmn giving you this 5 Air Quality Index:

MAIN PURIFIER FUNCTIONS

Power button (4):
Plug the product in the power socket. Press the power button to switch the air purifier on or off.

NB: The last mode or speed is memorized when the product is put in stand- by/switched off.

Timer button (6):
Press this button to launch the timer. You can select 1h,2h,4h or 8h.

NB: When the box is unplugged, the timer still runs on the purifier. A timer set directly on the product will prevail over a previous scheduling set on the app.

Speed button (7):
Press this button to manually select the desired speed. There are 10 speeds available including silent speed (speed 1) and turbo speed (speed 10).

NB: It is still possible to select the speeds when the air quality box is unplugged but the speed selection will only be visible on the app during that time.

Mode button (8):
Press this button to select one of these two modes: AUTO DAY and AUTO NIGHT.

On AUTO DAY and AUTO NIGHT modes: if the air quality level is excellent then the device does not run.

• Daytime auto-mode: the fan speed is set to 1,3,5 or 7.
• Nighttime auto-mode: the fan speed is set to 1,2 or 3.

NB: These two modes are only available when the air quality box is plugged on the product.

Allergen mode button (9):
Press this button to select the allergen mode. It is a special mode with increased sensor sensitivity and increased speed compared to the AUTO DAY mode. In this mode, the fan speed is set to 1,3,5,7 or 9.

NB: This mode is only available when the air quality box is plugged on the product.

AIR QUALITY BOX

The use of the Air Quality Box is split into two main operation modes:

1. Screen mode: where the air quality box is plugged on the purifier and acts as a screen to display all the air purifier functions.
2. Measurement mode: where the air quality box is unplugged from the purifier and used to take measures of the air quality in your home.

First use
Plug the Air Quality Box on the air purifier by pressing on both sides of the box.

• Press for 3 seconds to turn on the box or switch on the purifier by pressing the power button (4).
  Important: this is not a touch screen but a touch panel. Only press and Navigation buttons.

• Choose your language by scrolling with the navigation button (11) and pressing  (10) to validate.

• Long press (3 seconds) on to put the box in standby mode (both when plugged on and unplugged from the purifier).

Screen mode
When plugged, the Air Quality Box acts as a screen to display all the air purifier functions (timer, speeds, modes).

The main screens are displayed as follow:

Homepage

• Displays the level of pollution in the room according to the 5 color index of air quality.

Detailed measures

•   Displays the level of particles & allergens and Gas & VOCs in the room according to the 5-color index of air quality.

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Historic function

•   Live air quality tracking, based on the 5-color index, over one hour time.

•   This historic function is also available on the app, with the measures saved over 3 days.

NB : the measures made in ‘measurement mode’ do not appear on this graph. The data can only be shared with the app when the air quality box is plugged into the product on screen mode.

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Settings

•   After the first time use, press the navigation button  for 3 seconds to access the settings page..

Here you can access the language selection, filter management and reset of the product.

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MEASUREMENT MODE
The Air Quality Box doesn’t communicate with the purifier when it is unplugged. You can track the air quality anywhere in your home with the Air Quality Box. Its full autonomy when unplugged is of 8 hours.

To take a measure with the box, follow these instructions:

1. Unplug the box by pushing on both sides

•   Whatever the setting on the air purifier (manual or auto modes) : the current speed is maintained

•   Possibility to manually change speeds via the control panel but no access to auto modes

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2. A message is displayed on the box, advising you to place the box on a flat surface to take a measure of the air quality|
3. Once ready, press to start the analysis of the air quality.|

After 15 seconds, the homepage is displayed with the advice to launch a purification if the air quality is anything except « excellent »

To get more detailed information on the level of Particles & Allergens, or Gas & VOCs, press

Replug the box on the air purifier by pushing both sides and launch a purification if needed/wanted.

All the following features are unavailable when you are in measurement mode, with the air quality box unplugged:

• TODAY, AUTO NIGHT & ALLERGEN modes
• Historic function

Important:
The alert light (3) will be flashing when the air quality box is unplugged and the user is trying to set the today, auto night or allergen modes, as they are not available in measure mode.

MAINTENANCE

Always switch the appliance off and unplug it before conducting any maintenance operation. You can clean the appliance with a slightly damp cloth.

IMPORTANT:
Do not use any abrasive materials, as these may damage the surface of the product.

FILTERS
This appliance is equipped with 4 types of filters:

Frequency of cleaning/replacing the filters:

3-in-1: Prefilter & Active carbon filter & Allergy14 + filter| Replace| Every 12 months
NanoCaptur+ filter| Replace| Color changing (see Color chart on filter)

These figures are based on tests in which the air purifier is used for 8 hours per day in silence mode, for 10 months. The recommended frequency for cleaning and replacing the filters may vary depending on the duration of use and the operating environment. Refer to the app and the Air Quality Box to get exact information on when to change
your filters.

You may need to replace the filters more often depending on the air quality and how often the air purifier is used. When one of the filters arrives at the end of its life (3-in-1 filter) OR needs to be checked (NanoCaptur+ filter) OR needs to be cleaned (pre-filter), an alert will appear on the air quality box main screens. You will also receive a notification on your mobile application.

Important!
When an alert about filter saturation pops up on the screen of the air quality box, pleas click on it or check your mobile application in order to know which filter has to be cleaned/replaced. The pre-filter can be cleaned with a dry cloth.

Important: Resetting the filter
After replacing the filter, click on the alert and follow the instructions to reset the filter. Or go into settings directly.

Performing a force reset:
If you replace a filter before the end of its lifespan, go into settings by pressing 3 seconds on the navigation button. Select ‘filter management’ and follow the instructions to reset the filter.

To replace the filters, follow these instructions:

DISASSEMBLING/REASSEMBLING FILTERS

TIPS FOR CHANGING FILTERS

• Avoid handling used filters if you suffer from allergies or asthma.
• Wear gloves and a mask when changing the filters, and wash your hands well afterward.
• Put used filters directly into a closed, air-tight bag before throwing them away with your household waste to avoid spreading pollutants.

Your replacement filters are available under the following codes:

Caution:

• Please note: certain filters may emit a temporary slight odour, due to the transport and storage conditions. This odour will vanish and is not dangerous for people.
• The appliance efficiency can be reduced if the pre-filter is not cleaned regularly.
• The pre-filter should be cleaned regularly with a dry cloth or vaccum, but not with water.
• For optimum performance of the appliance, only use filters provided by Rowenta/Tefal.

GRID
Follow these instructions to remove the upper grid, for cleaning or removal of an object who might have fallen through it:

STORAGE
When you are not using the appliance, store it in a cool, dry place.

IN THE EVENT OF A PROBLEM

Never dismantle your appliance yourself. A poorly repaired appliance can cause risks for the user. Check the troubleshooting table below before contacting an approved Service Center:

required function.
Is there a power outage ?| You can use your purifier once the power turns on again.
Is the back door closed ?| Close the back door properly.
Is the filter block properly set?| Check that the filter block is in the right position (front and locked) and that the back door is closed properly.
The flow is a lot weaker than before.| Does the filter need to be cleaned or replaced?| Check the filter cleaning and re- placement frequencies and clean/ replace the filter(s) if necessary.
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There is an unpleasant smell coming from the air outlet.| Does the filter need to be cleaned or replaced?| Check the filter cleaning and re-placement frequencies and clean/ replace the filter(s) if necessary.
The purifier doesn’t connect| Is your phone connected to your personal Wi-Fi network at the beginning of the process?| Verify that you are conneted to your personal Wi-Fi network.
The purifier doesn’t seem to connect?| Check that your purifier is plugged in and turned on.
The WI-FI led of your purifier is not flashing?| Hold the Wi-FI button for 3 seconds.
The first pairing didn’t work?| Restart the product to retry.
My phone is connected to the Wi-FI but not the purifier ?| Make sure the two devices are in close enough proximity to one another and close to the WIFI router.
My phone isn’t connecting to the Wi-Fi?| •   Check that your Wi-Fi router is connected to the Internet

•   Check that the Wi-Fi password didn’t change

Why did the pairing not work?| Check the compatibility: https://www.compatibility.groupeseb.com/ CompatibilityList-Pureair-Rowenta.pdf| Supported encryption type : WPA_1/WPA_2, TIPK; PSK, AES Supported networks: 2,4

IMPORTANT:
IN CASE OF AN ANOMALY OR LOSS OF CONNECTION, PLEASE UNPLUG YOUR PURIFIER FOR A FEW MINUTES AND THEN PLUG IT BACK IN.

WARRANTY

Do not use the appliance and contact an Approved Service Centre if:

• Your appliance has been dropped;
• Your appliance or its power cord are damaged;
• Your appliance no longer functions properly.
• You can find a list of Approved Service Centres on the Rowenta international warranty card.

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