Guardian AC4000 Use and Care Instruction

Germ Guardian

Table Top Complete Air Cleansing System

MODEL NO. AC4000 1 Year Limited Warranty www.germguardian.com 1-866-603-5900

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USE & CARE INSTRUCTIONS

Guardian Technologies LLC

7700 St. Clair Avenue • Mentor, Ohio 44060

1-866-603-5900 · www.germguardianvac.com

Replacement Filter No: FLT4000 To Order Contact Customer Service at 1-866-603-5900

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the Germ Guardian™Table Top Complete Air Cleansing System. Please read and save these instructions.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Please read the following precautions carefully before operating the Table Top Complete Air Cleansing System. Failure to do so could result in a fire hazard, electrical shock, bodily injury or damage to the unit.

WARNING: THE CORDS, WIRES AND/OR CABLES SUPPLIED WITH THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS CHEMICALS, INCLUDING LEAD OR LEAD COMPOUNDS, KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER AND BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM. WASH HANDS AFTER USING.

• Do not damage, pull, twist, bend or place heavy objects on the electrical cord.

• Never handle the electrical cord with wet hands.

• Do not alter the plug in any way.

• Do not use with extension cords.

• Never tug on the electrical cord to unplug the unit from the outlet.

• Unplug the unit before cleaning, installing or replacing filters.

• If the electrical cord becomes damaged, please contact a qualified

technician for repair.

• Do not place fingers or foreign objects into the airflow openings of the unit.

• Operate the unit in a well-ventilated area.

• Do not operate unit with any other power supply other than the

one provided.

• Do not operate the unit outdoors.

• Do not operate near flammable gases.

• Do not operate the unit in humid or wet places such as a bathroom.

• Do not use chemical sprays near the unit, they will accumulate on the

filter and potentially cause harmful fumes.

• Do not operate the unit in an area with high oil content, such as mechanical oil or cooking oil, over time it will deteriorate the filter.

• Never look directly at the UV-light bulb when lit.

• Make sure all filters are correctly installed before running the unit.

• This is not a toy and is not intended for use by children. For adult

use only.

• Do not defeat interlock switch.

IDENTIFICATION OF PARTS

Main Unit

1. Control Panel

2. Vent Adjustment Lever

3. Filter

4. Filter Door

5. Filter Release Button

6. Ionizer

7. Power Supply Input

8. Power Supply (see note)

9. UV-Bulb

Control Panel

A. On/Off B. High Fan Speed C. Low Fan Speed D. Ionizer On/Off

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Modification not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void user's authority to operate the equipment.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

1 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. 2 Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. 3 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is

connected.

4 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

8. Power Supply

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INSTALLATION

The filter can be found packaged inside the Air Purifier. It is recommended to replace the filter every six months to maintain optimal performance. Replacement filter model number is FLT4000.

Installing the Filter

1. Unplug the air purifier from the electrical outlet.

2. Unplug the electrical cord from the air purifier.

3. Turn unit over so the filter door faces you.

INSTALLATION (cont.)

Features: The filter is an all-in-one style filter.

Five levels of air cleaning include:

1. Charcoal removes odors and smoke.

2. HEPA captures 99.97% of airborne dust and allergens.

3. PCO captures and dissolves airborne allergens and mold.

4. Ionizer - Emits small amount of ions to freshen the air.

5. UV light bulb works with filter to kill germs.

Cleaning the Unit

WARNING: To avoid serious injury from electric shock, the unit must be turned OFF and unplugged from the power outlet prior to any cleaning.

1. TURN THE UNIT OFF AND UNPLUG THE UNIT FROM THE

POWER OUTLET.

2. Clean unit with a damp soft cloth only. DO NOT pour or splash water on the unit or use any abrasive type cleaner. Clean all external surfaces, especially the air intake grills and air outlet.

3. Reposition the unit, plug power cord into power outlet and turn ON.

4. Using a coin, turn the round filter release button to the left so the line in the center is facing vertically.

5. Release the door.

6. Gently pull filter from unit

and remove bag.

7. Replace filter into compartment. Make sure the white side faces out toward you.

8. To install new filter reverse steps 1-6.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

PROBLEM SOLUTION

Unit doesn’t operate. Check that unit is plugged in at both ends.

Call customer service 1-866-603-5900.

Increase in noise level.

Make sure filter is clean. Replace. Unplug unit: open bottom, remove filters and make sure fan is clear.

No air circulating from unit. Unplug unit: check filter:

remove bag before first use.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Length 8 in. Width 7 in.

Height 3

⁄8 in. Weight 1.892 lbs. Input Voltage 12VDC .8A 9.6W

REPLACEMENT PARTS

Part Number Part Name Size Weight FLT-4000 Air Purifier Replacement Filter 5.25L X 5.25W X .5H 2.4oz

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. Save your original sales receipt to validate start of warranty period.

If this product should become defective within the warranty period, we will repair or replace any defective parts free of charge. The complete machine must be delivered pre-paid to any authorized Guardian Technologies LLC warranty service center. Please include complete information on the problem, day of purchase, copy of original sales receipt and your name, address and telephone number. If you are not near a warranty station, call the factory for assistance in the US and Canada at 1-866-603-5900. Use only genuine Guardian Technologies replacement parts.

The warranty does not include unusual wear, damage resulting from accident, or unreasonable use of the product. This warranty does not cover wearable parts. This warranty does not cover unauthorized repairs. 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).

We consider the registration process important to ensuring superior service to our customers, however submitting this card to Guardian Technologies LLC is optional and does not affect your rights to utilize this warranty according to the conditions stated above. If you have any questions or comments about our product call toll free at 1-866-603-5900 or email support@guardiantechnologies.com. If you would like to send written comments please address them to: Attn: Customer Service, Guardian Technologies LLC, 7700 St. Clair Avenue, Mentor, OH 44060.

Guardian Technologies LLC

7700 St. Clair Avenue • Mentor, Ohio 44060

1-866-603-5900 · www.germguardianvac.com

Additional Products Available from Germ Guardian

UV-C Room Air Sanitizer

Model No. EV9102

The UV-C Room Air Sanitizer eliminates up to 99.9% of airborne germs. It also fights odors and allergens like dust mites and mold spores. Use it in thehome, office or daycare to help stop the spread of airborne germs by utilizing hospital-proven ultraviolet-C (UV-C) light technology.

Model No. EV9LB Replacement Bulb & Filter

Pluggable UV-C Air Sanitizer

Model No. GG1000

The Pluggable UV-C Air Sanitizereliminates upto 99% of airborne germs. It also fights allergenslike dust mites and mold spores. Use in the bathroom, bedroom, kitchen and pet areas.

Model No. LB1000 Replacement Bulb

UV-C SANITIZERS

UV-C Sanitizer Wand

Model No. LW18

Simply pass the UV-C Sanitizer Wand over surfaces to kill up to 99% of germs. UV-C lighthelps to eliminate germs on the surfaces of most householdand personal items.

UV-C Mini Sanitizer Wand

Model No. LW9

Simply pass the UV-C Mini Sanitizer Wand over surfaces to kill up to 99%of germs. UV-C light helps to eliminate germs on the surfacesof most household and personal items. Small and compact, it’s greatto take when you travel.

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Dry Heat Sanitizer

Model No. NS2000

Safely kills up to 99.9% of germs on baby items using dry heat - no chemicals! Sanitize toys,bottles, even breast pump attachments. Must-have for new moms, home and day care.

Toothbrush Sanitizer

Model No. TS3000

The Toothbrush Sanitizer effectively kills up to 99% of germs. Dry heat isused which is a safe, natural way to kill germs on toothbrush bristles without the use of chemicals. Family size fits up to four manual toothbrushes or two electronic toothbrush heads.

Model No. LB3000 Replacement Bulb

HEAT SANITIZERS

Complete Air Cleansing System

Model No. AC6000

The Complete Air Cleansing System™ offers six levels of cleaning. It purifies the air in your home while it destroys germs and fights odors. Great for large rooms.

Model No. FLT6000 Replacement Filter Pack

Table Top Complete

Air Cleansing System

Model No. AC4000

The Table Top Complete Air Cleansing System is the perfect airpurifier for the home or office. Small and compact, it purifies theair while killing germs and fighting odors.

Model No. FLT4000 Replacement Filter

AIR CLEANSING SYSTEMS

Ultrasonic Digital Humidifier

with Silver Clean Technology

Model No. H3000 & H3010

The Ultrasonic Digital Humidifier is virtually silent when it runs. Silver Clean technology is used to fight the growth of mold and bacteria inthe water tank. Option for warm or cool mist.Seventy-two hour run time.

Ultrasonic Humidifier

with Silver Clean Technology

Model No. H2000 & H2000B

The Ultrasonic Humidifier is virtually silentwhen it runs. Silver Clean technology is used to fight the growth of mold and bacteria in the water tank. Option for warm or cool mist. Seventy-two hour runtime.

Ultrasonic Table Top Humidifier

with Silver Clean Technology

Model No. H1000

The Ultrasonic Table Top Humidifier is virtually silent when it runs. Silver Clean technology is used to fight the growth of mold and bacteria inthe tank. Small and compact at only eight inches tall, it has an 875ml tank capacity and runs for up to eight hours.

HUMIDIFIERS

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