Brookstone Air Cleaner User Manual

Pure-Ion® Pro

AIR CLEANER

Table of conTenTs

Cautions, Warnings and FCC Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Location of Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Air Cleaner Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Cleaning the Filter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Helpful Hints for Cleaning the Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Using the Drying Mode Function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

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TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER.

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THERE ARE NO SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

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TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

The lightning flash with arrow-head symbol within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the unit’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert
the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the unit.

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All of the safety and operating instructions should be read, adhered to and followed
before the unit is operated.

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Remove all packing materials (bags, cardboard, foam, etc.) prior to operating

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the unit.

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Close supervision is necessary when the unit is used near children.
Do not allow children to play with the unit. It is not a toy.

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Use this unit only for its intended use as described in this manual.

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Make sure the filter is completely dry before placing back into the unit.

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Unplug the unit during lightning storms or when unused for long
periods of time.

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Never drop or insert any object into any opening.

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Never clean this unit without unplugging it.

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Never move this unit while in operation or while plugged into an outlet.

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Always use this unit on a level, flat surface.

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Do not operate this unit on a table or desk. Recommended for floor
use only.

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Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plug
outlets, convenience receptacles, and the point where it exits the unit.

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Do not allow the cord to touch hot surfaces. Wrap the cord loosely around
the unit when storing.

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Do not use this unit in high moisture environments (bathrooms, laundry
rooms, etc.).

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The unit should be situated away from direct sunlight or heat sources such

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as radiators, electric heaters, heat registers, stoves or other units (including
amplifiers) that produce heat. Avoid placing on top of stereo equipment that
radiates heat.

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Do not overload the electrical outlet. Use only the power source as indicated.

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Never block the air openings of the unit with materials, such as clothing,
plastic bags or papers, or place it on a soft surface, such as a bed or couch,
where the air openings may be blocked.

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Do not carry this unit by its cord or use the cord as a handle.

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Never operate this unit if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working
properly, or if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water.
If the unit’s supply cord or plug is damaged, do not attempt to fix it yourself.

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Do not disassemble or attempt to repair the unit. Incorrect repair can cause
risk of electric shock or injury to persons when the unit is used.

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To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not use this unit with any

solid-state speed-control device.

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Do not operate in the presence of explosive and/or flammable fumes.

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This unit is intended for household use only and NOT for commercial or

industrial use. Do not use this unit outdoors. For indoor operation only.

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Use correct electrical supply voltage as indicated on the unit’s name plate.

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This unit has a polarized two-pin plug. To reduce the risk of electric

shock, this plug is intended to fit in an outlet only one way.

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Turn the unit off before unplugging from an electrical outlet.

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Do not allow children to play with any plastic bags that accompany this unit.
Plastic bags may present a hazard to young children.

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The edges of the stainless-steel collection plates are sharp. Do not rub

your hands on them.

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Do not touch the stainless-steel collection plates after removing the filter.

A small amount of static charge may still be present if the unit was recently

turned off.

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Inspect the stainless-steel collection plates after each cleaning to ensure
that they are not bent and touching each other. Performance may suffer
if the stainless-steel collection plates touch each other.

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Make sure that the filter is fully inserted into the filter slots; otherwise,
the unit will not operate.

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To reduce the risk of electric shock, this product has a polarized plug (one blade

is wider than the other). As a safety feature, this plug will 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 to install the proper outlet. Do not alter

the plug in any way.

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