Germ Guardian
®
Pluggable UV-C Air Sanitizer
Model No. GG1000
1-Year Limited Warranty
USE & CARE INSTRUCTIONS
PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE.
DANGER: Electrical Shock
Use this product only as described in this manual.•
Operate this product on 120 V AC, 60 HZ only.•
Do not operate without cover in place.•
Do not defeat the interlock switch.•
Do not operate with an extension cord.•
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this equipment has a polarized •
plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will t in a polarized
outlet only one way. If the plug does not t fully in the outlet, reverse the
plug. If it still does not t, contact qualied personnel to install the proper
outlet. DO NOT alter the plug in anyway.
Do not operate this product if there is any physical damage to the unit.•
This product is for indoor use only.•
Do not operate this product in any area where there is a risk of the unit fall-•
ing into or being exposed to water.
Opening windows or doors while operating this device may •
affect performance.
This device should not be used in the presence of oxygen or any •
ammable materials or gases.
HOW IT WORKS
Puried air is released
into the room.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY:
WHEN TO CHANGE THE BULB
A replaceable 3.5 watt UV-C light bulb will last over 5000 hours. Over time with
use the UV-C bulb will lose some intensity - approximately 15% at 4000 hours.
Therefore it is suggested to replace the UV-C light bulb approximately every
6 months depending on use. You will know to change the bulb when the light
ickers continuously or changes color. Replacement bulb no. LB1000.
Call Customer Service at 1.866.603.5900 to order.
WARNING: Electrical Shock
Always unplug the unit before servicing.•
Close supervision is necessary when operated by children and pets.•
Do not handle the unit or plug with wet hands.•
Keep the product away from heated surfaces.•
Do not put any object into the openings or block the airow to the unit.•
3.5 Watt Light Bulb
Replacement Part No. LB1000
UV-C light kills or inactivates
airborne bacteria.
Fan draws in air.
*It is recommended to run the GG1000 continuously. Opening doors
and/or windows in the room may affect the performance of the device.
Plugs into
outlet 3 ways.
WARNING: Electrical Shock
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD YOU CLEAN THE BULB, BULB
HOLDER OR CYLINDER WITH WATER OR WET SOLUTIONS.
THIS COULD CAUSE ELECTRICAL SHOCK.
USE OF THE GERM GUARDIAN PLUGGABLE
When the Germ Guardian Pluggable is turned on you will see a ring of blue light
that lets you know it is working. Processes 456 cubic feet of air per hour.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS: READ AND SAVE
THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT.
When using this product basic precautions should be followed to reduce the
risk of re, electric shock and injury.
WARNING: Electrical Shock
ALWAYS UNPLUG THE GERM GUARDIAN UNIT FROM
ELECTRICAL OUTLET WHEN SERVICING.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEM SOLUTION
Unit doesn’t operate. Check that unit is plugged in.
Call Customer Service at 1.866.603.5900.
Light ickers. Bulb burnt out. See ‘Replacing UV-C Bulb’
section of manual.
Fan runs but no light. Bulb burnt out. See ‘Replacing UV-C Bulb’
section of manual.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
1. Plug the unit into a 120V AC electrical outlet.
2. For best results continuous operation is recommended.
NOTE: THE GERM GUARDIAN PLUGGABLE UNIT CONTAINS NO
SERVICEABLE PARTS EXCEPT ITS UV-C BULB. THE BULB MAY BE
REMOVED FOR REPLACEMENT.
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REPLACING THE UV-C BULB
1. Unplug the unit from
the electrical outlet.
7. Take new bulb and screw into unit using a clockwise motion.
8. Wipe off ngerprints with a dry cloth after bulb is installed.
9. Reassemble by reversing steps 1-6.
2. Using a small Phillips
head screwdriver,
loosen and remove the
Phillips screw located
at the top backside of
the unit.
3. Remove the top cap by
lifting it off of the top of
the unit.
4. Place the unit on a table
or level surface in the
upright position.
5. Hold the unit in place
with one hand. Locate
the bulb and reach into
the cylinder.
6. With your opposite
hand, turn the bulb in
a counter-clockwise
direction (left) to loosen
from the socket.
WARNING
ULTRAVIOLET-C LIGHT IS EMITTED FROM THE BULB WHEN THE UNIT IS ELECTRIFIED, EYE INJURY OR IRRITATION COULD RESULT. UNPLUG THE
UNIT WHEN SERVICING THE BULB TO AVOID OVEREXPOSURE OF EYES AND SKIN TO THE ULTRAVIOLET-C LIGHT.
Discard the used bulb by following the recommended disposal procedure for a used uorescent bulb.
The bulb should only be used in the Germ Guardian Pluggable (GG1000) and all instructions for use must be folllowed.
WARNING
MISAPPLYING OR MISUSING THE UV-C BULB COULD CAUSE INJURY TO THE EYES OR SKIN. NEVER USE THE BULB WITHOUT INSTALLING IT IN
THE UNIT AS INSTRUCTED. NEVER OPERATE THE UNIT WITHOUT THE TOP CAP IN PLACE.
This product can be serviced or maintained only by changing the UV-C bulb. The unit contains no serviceable parts. All parts, except the UV-C bulb,
are warranted for 1-year from date of purchase. See the Limited Warranty. Use of any bulb other than the appropriate Germ Guardian Pluggable bulb
will void warranty.
You may purchase bulbs (LB1000) directly from Germ Guardian, or we can provide you with the names of retailers who stock our products in your area.
Please call 1.866.603.5900 or visit www.germguardian.com for more information.
The health aspects associated with this product and its ability to aid in the disinfection of environmental air have not been investigated by the CSA.
The purchase of the Germ Guardian Pluggable unit does not prevent illness. Germ Guardian® is a registered trademark of Guardian Technologies LLC.
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 an authorized Guardian Technologies LLC warranty service center. Please include complete information on the problem, date of purchase, copy of original sales
receipt and your name, address and telephone number. If you are not near a warranty center, 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 bulbs. This warranty does not
cover unauthorized repairs. This warranty gives you specic legal rights and you may also have other rights (other rights may vary from state to state in the US).
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 send comments to:
ATTN: Customer Service
Guardian Technologies LLC
7700 St Clair Avenue
Mentor, Ohio 44060
ONLINE WARRANTY REGISTRATION
www.germguardian.com
IMPORTANT
The UV-C bulb is specically excluded from this warranty. Use only a Guardian Technologies replacement bulb.
The Germ Guardian contains no serviceable parts. Due to the technology of the Germ Guardian, all repairs must be performed by Guardian Technologies’
authorized service centers. Any unauthorized repair or tampering with the Germ Guardian VOIDS this warranty. This warranty does not cover misuse or abuse.
MERCURY NOTICE
This device contains mercury in the sealed ultraviolet bulbs. Do not place your used bulb(s) in the trash. Dispose of properly.
BROKEN BULB CLEAN UP
Do not use a household vacuum. Sweep debris (phosphor/glass) into a plastic bag and dispose of properly. It is recommended that the UV-C bulbs are
recycled or taken to a household-hazardous-waste collection center. Call your county recycling coordinator to nd the recycling center nearest you.
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