DANBY DAP143BAW-UV, DAP143BAB-UV Owner's Manual

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AIR PURIFIER

Owner’s Manual...............................1 - 6

OWNER’S MANUAL
MANUEL DU PROPRIÉTAIRE
MANUAL DEL PROPIETARIO

PURIFICATEUR D’AIR

Manuel du propriétaire...................7 - 12

PURIFICADOR DE AIRE

Manual del propietario.................13 - 18

MODEL • MODÈLE • MODELO

DAP143BAW-UV

DAP143BAB-UV

www.Danby.com

DANBY PRODUCTS LIMITED, ONTARIO, CANADA N1H 6Z9

DANBY PRODUCTS INC., FINDLAY, OHIO, USA 45840

2020.12.08

Welcome to the Danby family.

We are proud of our quality products and we believe in dependable service. We suggest
that you read this owner’s manual before plugging in your new appliance as it contains
important operation information, safety information, troubleshooting, and maintenance tips
to ensure the reliability and longevity of your appliance.

You are entitled to the warranty coverage as described in the owner’s manual provided with
your new appliance.

1. Please write down your appliance information below. You must keep the original proof
of purchase receipt to validate and receive warranty services.

2. Register your product online and receive a FREE 2 MONTH WARRANTY EXTENSION
after fi lling out a product survey, at www.danby.com/support/product-registration/

Model Number: ____________________________________________________

Serial Number: ____________________________________________________

Date of Purchase: __________________________________________________

Need Help?

1. Read your Owner’s Manual for installation help, troubleshooting, and maintenance
assistance.

2. Visit www.Danby.com to access self-service tools, FAQs and much more by searching
your model number in the search bar.

3. For the Quickest Customer Service, please fi ll out the web form at www.danby.com/
support. Your submission will go directly to an expert on your particular appliance.
Our average response times are between 20 minutes and 2 hours, during EST business
hours.

4. Call 1-800-263-2629 - please note that during peak hours, hold times can exceed one
hour.

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Important Safety Information

READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) whose physical, sensory or
mental capabilities may be different or reduced,
or who lack experience or knowledge, unless such
persons receive supervision or training to operate
the appliance by a person responsible for their
safety.

Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance.

Do not store or use combustible materials such as
gasoline or other fl ammable vapors or liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.

Do not insert fi ngers or other objects into grills or
openings in the appliance.

Do not cover or block the intake and exhaust
openings.

Do not operate the appliance without the fi lter
installed.

Do not operate the appliance near heat sources.

This appliance is intended for indoor, residential
applications only. Do not use this appliance
outdoors. Do not use this appliance for commercial
or industrial applications.

Skin or eye damage may result from directly
viewing the UV light. Always unplug the air purifi er
before cleaning, servicing or replacing the UV
light. The UV light should only be replaced by an
authorized service technician.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Do not connect the appliance to extension cords,
adapters or together with another appliance in the
same wall outlet.

Do not splice the power cord. If the power supply
cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent or similar qualifi ed
person in order to avoid hazard.

To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance
has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the
other). This plug will fi t in a polarized outlet only
one way. If the plug does not fi t fully in the outlet,
reverse the plug. If it still does not fi t, contact a
licensed electrician to install the proper outlet. Do
not alter the plug in any way.

To avoid risk of electric shock, do not operate this
appliance in an area that is likely to accumulate
standing water. If this condition develops, disconnect
the power supply before stepping into the water.

This appliance complies with the maximum
allowable concentration of ozone of 0.05 parts per
million by volume in a 24 hour period. The Health
Canada Guideline 2010 recommends that the
maximum exposure limit, based on an average of 8
hours, is 0.02 ppmv or less when tested in a sealed,
controlled room approximately 30 m3.

Warning - To reduce the risk of fi re or electric shock,
do not use this fan with any solid-state speed control
device.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

FILTER INSTALLATION

Ensure that the fi lter is properly installed before
using the appliance.

1. Remove the back cover by pressing the tab at
the top.

2. Remove the fi lter from the air purifi er.

3. Remove the packaging from the fi lter.

4. Install the fi lter. The activated carbon fi lter should
be on the outside.

5. Replace the back cover by placing the two tabs
in the bottom and pressing the top until it clicks.

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LOCATION

To achieve the most effi cient results and allow for
proper air fl ow, keep the appliance at least 30 cm
(12 inches) away from all walls and furniture.

To avoid interference from metal objects, keep the
appliance at least 50 cm (20 inches) away from
metal objects and electrical appliances.

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CONTROL PANEL

1. Fan button: Press to
set the fan speed.

2. UV button: Press the
turn on the UV light.
Press and hold for 3
seconds to reset the
fi lter.

3. Power button: Press to
turn the air purifi er on
or off.

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UV

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CARE & MAINTENANCE

AIR FILTER

Unplug the appliance before removing or cleaning
the fi lter.

The fi lter can be cleaned with a brush or vacuum.
The fi lter should be cleaned horizontally with the
fi lter grain and not vertically against the grain to
avoid damaging the fi lter. Do not use water on the
fi lter as the plastic can deform.

Press and hold the UV button for 3 seconds to reset
the fi lter after cleaning.

In households with pets or smokers, the fi lter may
need to be cleaned more often to remove smells.

The air fi lter should be replaced when the UV light
on the control panel fl ashes.

Replacement fi lters can be purchased through one
of the following methods:

• Visit www.danbyapplianceparts.com

• Visit www.danbyapplianceparts.ca

• Call consumer care at 1-800-263-2629.

CLEANING

• Unplug the appliance before cleaning or
servicing.

• Clean the cabinet with a lukewarm damp cloth
and neutral detergent. Dry the cabinet with a
lint-free dry cloth.

• Do not use gasoline, paint thinner or other
chemicals to clean the appliance.

• Do not wash the appliance directly under a tap
or using a hose. It may cause electrical damage.

DISPOSAL

This appliance should not be treated as regular
household waste. Check for local regulatory
compliance regarding the approved and safe
disposal of this appliance.

NOTE: Replacement fi lters are not covered under
warranty and must be purchased separately.

Filter model number: DAP143UV-F

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TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE

Appliance will not operate • Plug is not fully inserted into the wall outlet

• Blown fuse or circuit breaker

• The fi lter may not be correctly installed

Insuffi cient air purifi cation • Air fi lter is dirty or needs to be replaced

• Blocked air fl ow

• Appliance size is too small for application

• Ensure that all packaging has been removed from
the fi lter

Appliance will not resume
functioning after cleaning the fi lter

Odors • Replace the air fi lter

• Press and hold the UV button for 3 seconds to
reset the fi lter

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