guardian technologies AC4100 User Manual

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. In order to be eligible for this Limited Warranty,
an original sales receipt or comparable substitute proof of purchase bearing the date of original purchase is
required. Refer to the original product carton or specific product/model page on the Guardian Technologies
website for warranty length for your particular model. This warranty applies only to the original purchaser of this
product from the original date of purchase. This warranty covers product purchased from authorized distributors only.

This warranty applies to repair or replacement of product found to be defective in materials or workmanship. This
warranty does not apply to damage resulting from unusual wear, commercial, abusive, unreasonable use or
supplemental damage. This warranty does not cover damage from unauthorized repairs or from any use not in
accordance with the instruction manual. Defects that are the result of normal wear and tear will not be considered
manufacturing defects under this warranty.

If this product should become defective within the warranty period, we will repair or replace any defective parts
free of charge. All warranty repairs must be completed by Guardian Technologies LLC. 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.)

To submit product under warranty the complete machine must be delivered pre-paid to GuardianTechnologies LLC.
Please include complete information including: the problem, the model number of the product, the day of purchase,
and a copy of the original sales receipt along with your name, address, and telephone (email optional). Address
returns to the attention of: Customer Service, at the address below. Additional questions or comments can be made
toll free to the number listed below.

USA and Canada

Guardian Technologies LLC

26251 Bluestone Blvd.

Euclid, Ohio 44132

1.866.603.5900

www.guardiantechnologies.com

Please go to www.guardiantechnologies.com to register your product. We consider the registration process important
to ensuring superior service to our customers, however submitting the warranty registration is optional and does not
affect your rights to utilize this warranty according to the conditions stated above.

Additional copies of the instruction manual can be obtained by accessing and

printing directly from our website or calling customer service.

USE & CARE INSTRUCTIONS

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Table Top Air Purifier

Model No. AC4100

1-Year Limited Warranty

Customer Service

©2016 Guardian Technologies LLC

1.866.603.5900

www.guardiantechnologies.com

Date Purchased month ________ year _________

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Use GENUINE Guardian Technologies replacement parts only.

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WARNINGS

Failure to comply with the warnings listed below may

result in electric shock or serious injury.

This product should be used only in accordance with the specifications
outlined in this manual. Usage other than what has been specified here
may result in serious injury.

When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should always be followed to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following:

• Read all instructions before using appliance.

• IMPORTANT - This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to 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. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.

• To avoid fire or shock hazard, plug the appliance directly into a 120V AC electrical outlet.

• Keep the cord out of heavy traffic areas. To avoid fire hazard, NEVER put the cord
under rugs, near heat registers, radiator, stoves or heaters.

• To protect against electrical hazards, DO NOT immerse in water or other liquids.

Do not use near water.

• Children cannot recognize the hazards associated with the usage of electrical

appliances. For this reason, always supervise children when they are near the unit.

• Always unplug the air purifier before moving it, opening the grill, changing filters, cleaning

or whenever the air purifier is not in use. Be sure to pull by the plug and not the cord.

• NEVER drop or insert any object into any openings.

• DO NOT run cord under carpeting.

• DO NOT cover cord with throw rugs, runners, or similar coverings.

• DO NOT route cord under furniture or appliances. Arrange cord away from traffic area
and where it will not be tripped over.

• DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, if motor fan fails to rotate,

after the appliance malfunctions, or if it has been dropped or damaged in any manner.
Call Customer Service at 1.866.603.5900 for assistance.

• Use appliance only for intended household use as described in this manual. Any other use

not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury to persons.

• DO NOT use outdoors.

• DO NOT place anything on top of unit.

• NEVER block the air openings, grills/outlets or place on a soft surface such as a bed or
sofa, as this could cause the unit to tip over, blocking the air intake or outtake opening.

• DO NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical functions on this unit.
Doing so will void your warranty. The inside of the unit contains no user serviceable parts.
All servicing should be performed by qualified personnel only.

• WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not use this fan with any
solid-state speed control device.

• WARNING: Skin or eye damage may result from directly viewing the light produced by the

lamp in this apparatus. Always disconnect power before replacing lamp or servicing.
Replace Lamp With Lamp Manufactured by Guardian Technologies.

• Always unplug the unit before before cleaning or servicing in any way.

• CAUTION: Do NOT use gasoline, benzene, thinner, harsh cleaners, etc. on and/or in the
unit while cleaning as they will damage the product. NEVER use alcohol or other solvents.

The 8 hour TWA Ozone for this product is 0.001 ppmv when tested in a 30 m3 chamber.
The product complies with the maximum allowable concentration of ozone of 0.050 parts
per million by volume (ppmv) in a 24-hour period. The Health Canada Guideline 2010
recommends that the maximum exposure limit, based on averaging time of 8 hours,
is 0.020 ppmv or less when tested in a sealed, controlled room approximately 30 m

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead or lead
compounds, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer or
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

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LAMP CONTAINS MERCURY

Manage in accordance with Spills, Disposal and Site Cleanup Requirements. In case
of breakage, follow clean-up procedures provided by contacts below.

www.epa.gov/cflcleanup 1-866-284-4010

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND PARTS

DIGITAL AIR CLEANING SYSTEM

PARTS

Air Outlet

Power Cord

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Power & Variable
Speed Control

UV-C Control

REPLACEMENT PARTS

Rear View

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Air Inlet

4 Felt pads

Filter Reminder
Date Wheel

Rear Cover

Improve your indoor air quality with your new 3-in-1 Air Cleaning System. Multiple levels of cleaning
work together to capture allergens, kill germs and remove odors.

COMBINATION FITER
Pre-Filter/Charcoal

which helps extend the life of your filter. The activated carbon absorbs household and pet odors.

-This layer serves as a pre-filter for capturing large dust particles; lint and pet hair

HEPA Filter- Captures 99.97% of dust and allergens.
UV-C LIGHT

The power of UV-C light kills bacteria and viruses, including: rhinovirus, E. coli and streptococcus..

AIR CLEANING LAYERS

Rear Cover

Pre-Filter/Charcoal

HEPA F

ilter

UV-C Metal Sheild

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UV-C Bulb

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FILTER:
Filter

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Model No.
FLT4100

Check out our

Filter Replacement Program

www.guardiantechnologies.com

IMPORTANT: Use Guardian Technologies GENUINE Replacement Parts only.

To Purchase Contact Customer Service

UV-C BULB (2W):

Model No. LB4100

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Main Unit

COMBINATION FILTER:

1 Pre-Filter/Charcoal
1 HEPA Filter

Filters last approximately 6-8 months depending on use.

Pre-Filter/Charcoal

99.97% HEPA Filter

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

SET UP

1. Select a firm, level and flat location for the air purifier. For proper air flow, locate the unit at
least 1 foot from any wall or furniture. Make sure none of the grills are blocked.

2. Carefully remove your air purifier from box and bag.

3. Determine preferred position of purifier based on space and preference.
IMPORTANT: When moving the air purifier, always lift unit by the carrying handle located
on back.

Vertical Position

4. Adhere 4 felt pads to unit base to protect table top surface. Remove adhesive backing
and apply one pad to each corner of unit base depending on preferred position in
Step 3 (Figure 1).

Horizontal Position

FILTER REPLACEMENT

To maintain the performance of the air cleaner, it is recommended that the filter be replaced
about every 6 months. The replacement requirements will vary depending on usage and
environmental conditions.

1. It’s time to replace the filter when the white HEPA cartridge portion has changed
from white to grey or black.

OR

2. A filter date wheel is also built into the rear of the unit

to track your filter changes. Simply set the wheel 6 months
ahead from when it is replaced as a reminder. The wheel is
marked with the months of the year (Figure 3).

UV-C BULB REPLACEMENT

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OPERATING THE AIR PURIFIER

1. Plug the power cord into a 120V AC outlet.

2. Turn unit power ON.
Select fan speed MODE 1 - 3
(I = lowest speed setting;
III = highest speed setting)

3. Select UV-C ON or OFF using

UV-C Power Button (Figure 2).

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Figure 1

Power & Variable
Speed Control

UV-C Control

Figure 2

1. Lift and remove the
Rear Cover from the unit.

2. After removing the Rear
Cover from the unit, remove
the Combination Filter.

3. After removing the
Combination Filter, use a
Philips head screwdriver
to remove screw and detach

4.The UV-C Bulb is removed by carefully grasping the bulb with

the UV-C Shield.
a clean cloth or tissue and pulling the bulb straight out of the
unit (Figure 4).

IMPORTANT: The UV-C Bulb should be replaced every 10-12
months depending on use. Please contact Customer Service at

1.866.603.5900 or visit us at www.guardiantechnologies.com to
purchase a replacement bulb.

Replacement UV-C Bulb: LB4100.

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Pull UV-C Bulb
straight out of unit.

Figure 4

5.The UV-C Bulb is reinstalled by sliding it,
horizontally, back into the slots.

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CLEANING & MAINTENANCE

GENERAL CLEANING

Always unplug the unit before cleaning or servicing in any way.
Caution: Do NOT use gasoline, benzine, thinner, harsh cleaners, etc. on and/or in the unit while
cleaning as they will damage the product. NEVER use alcohol or other solvents.
Note: Do NOT stick any foreign objects or your fingers inside the unit.

1. Wipe the surface of the unit with a clean, dry soft cloth as needed.

2. Clean the Filter monthly with the brush of your vacuum cleaner.

3. Remove and Clean (or Replace) Filter.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

PROBLEM

Unit does not operate.
Unit shuts off unexpectedly. Check that the unit is plugged into a working

SOLUTION

Check that the unit is plugged in.

electrical outlet.
Check that the HEPA Filter is firmly in place.
Check that the Front Cover is latched firmly in place.
Call Customer Service.

a. Lift and remove the Rear Cover from the unit. b. Remove Combination Filter from unit.

c. Separate and clean both filter layers with the brush

attachment of your vacuum cleaner to remove lint and dust.
IMPORTANT: Do NOT try to wash and re-use
the Combination Filter.

e. Reattach the Rear Cover of the unit and
securely latch into place.

Note: Pre-Filter/Charcoal is affixed to HEPA Filter with Velcro.

d. Insert Combination Filter into the unit with the HEPA
portion facing into the unit. Consult the arrow on the filter
for correct installation direction.

No air circulating from unit.

Increase in noise level.
An unpleasant odor is

emitted from the unit.

Unplug unit. Check Pre-Filter/Charcoal and HEPA Filters.
Clean Pre-Filter/Charcoal if necessary.
Replace HEPA Filter if necessary.

Make sure the filters are clean. Replace if necessary.
Make sure the filters are clean. Replace if necessary.

IMPORTANT: Do NOT try to wash and re-use the Combination Filter. Please contact Customer
Service at 1.866.603.5900 or visit us at www.guardiantechnologies.com to purchase a replacement

filter. Replacement Combination Filter: E (FLT4100)

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