Hamilton Beach 04492F User Manual
Permanent Filter Air Purifier
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READ BEFORE USE
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Le invitamos a leer cuidadosamente este
instructivo antes de usar su aparato.
Épurateur d’air de filtre permanent
Purificador de aire filtro permanente
Remove plastic
bag from filter
before use!
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
1. Read all instructions before using this
air purifier. Save these instructions for
reference.
2. Do not immerse this product in water or
splash water on it. An electrical short
may result in shock or fire.
3. Do not handle the plug with wet hands;
electrical shock may occur, resulting in
injury or death.
4. Never attempt to disassemble or alter
the product in any way not instructed by
this manual. Shock, fire, or bodily injury
may occur. Contact Hamilton Beach at
1-800-851-8900 (U.S.) or 1-800-2672826 (Canada) for assistance.
5. Do not operate this product in any greasy
environment such as in the kitchen. This
product is not intended to filter oil or
grease from the air.
6. Do not operate this product near an open
fire. It may ignite and cause fire, resulting
in bodily injury or property damage.
7. Do not operate this product in a garage
or other area with oil or chemicals such
as solvents or insecticides.
8. Always unplug the power cord from the
receptacle when the air purifier is not in
use, before cleaning, replacing parts, or
before moving to another location.
9. Do not insert foreign objects into the
product for any reason. Bodily injury
or property damage may occur.
10. Do not use this product outdoors. It is
intended for indoor use only.
11. Do not use air purifier in unheated areas
such as a garage or porch.
12. Do not operate this appliance without
the outlet grille in place or if the outlet
grille is broken or damaged.
13. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or
electric shock, do not use this purifier
with any solid-state speed control
device.
Other Consumer Safety Information
This appliance is intended for
household use only.
If a longer cord is necessary, an approved
extension cord may be used. The electrical
rating of the extension cord must be equal to
or greater than the rating of the air purifier.
Care must be taken to arrange the extension
cord so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on
by children or accidentally tripped over.
Route the electrical or extension cord clear
of furniture to prevent damage from pinching.
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
In order to prevent the risk of fire, electric shock, personal injury or damage to property,
follow these instructions carefully. When using electric appliances, basic safety precautions
should be followed, including the following:
Shock Hazard
• Do not immerse this appliance in water or other liquid.
• This appliance has a polarized plug (one wide blade) that reduces the risk of electrical
shock. The plug fits only one way into a polarized outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the plug by modifying the plug in any way or using an adaptor. If the plug does
not fit, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, have an electrician replace the outlet.
WARNING
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About Your Air Purifier
The air purifier functions as an air
cleaner by helping to remove
particulates (such as pet dander, dust,
pollen, mold and mildew spores, and
smoke) from the air.
The air is cleaned in three stages:
1. A fan draws air through the sides of
the front panel of the air purifier.
2. The permanent filter then removes
particles as small as 0.5 microns
from the air at 99% effectiveness.
3. Then the ionizer releases negative
ions into the air which attract
positively charged particles.
4. The purified air is then released
through the back of the unit.
Plugging in the Air Purifier
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
electrical shock, never plug in the air
purifier while your hands are wet.
Always unplug the air purifier before
moving or servicing the unit.
Energy Star
This product earned the ENERGY
STAR by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the US EPA.
US EPA does not endorse any manufacturer claims of healthier indoor air
from the use of this product.
The energy efficiency of this energy
star qualified model is measured based
on a ratio between the model’s CADR
for Dust and the electrical energy it
consumers, or CADR/Watt.
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Parts and Features
1. Control Panel
2. Magnetic Front Panel Closure
3. Permanent Filter
4. Filter Check Gauge (located on inside front panel)
5. Front Panel
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How to Assemble and Use
IMPORTANT:
• Your Hamilton Beach air purifier is designed for easy use and maintenance.
Make sure that you remove all packing materials and that the permanent filter is
properly installed before use.
• Remember to remove the plastic bag around filter before using.
Selecting the Proper Location
To prevent the risk of personal injury or damage to the air purifier and provide
the best possible performance of your air purifier, follow the placement
guidelines below:
DO NOT:
• Do not stand, sit, or place any
objects
on the air
purifier. It is
not designed
to support
additional
weight.
• Do not block the air intake and
outlet grilles with drapes, curtains,
or blinds. This may cause reduced
performance.
• Do not use in a kitchen, garage, or
area with grease, oil or chemicals
such as solvents or insecticides.
• Do not place on or near heat
sources such as stoves, radiators,
or heaters, or in direct sunlight.
• To reduce electrical noise and
interference, do not place on or near,
or plug into the same outlet as TVs,
baby monitors, or cordless phones.
DO:
• Place the air purifier on a flat, stable
surface.
• Place the air purifier near an electrical
outlet where it is out of the way.
Make sure that the air purifier and
the cord do not present tripping
hazards.
• Select a central location with
adequate air circulation.
• Turn off and unplug the air purifier
before moving or servicing it, or if it
will not be used for several days.
• Route the electrical cord clear of
furniture to prevent damage from
pinching.
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Setting the Controls
1. Air Quality Sensor Display (on
selected models only) – When the
air purifier is first turned on, the Air
Quality Sensor will analyze the air to
determine the current air quality. It
may take up to one minute to activate the sensor. The sensor will then
continue to monitor and show the air
quality (poor, fair, or good) in a bar
graph in the display.
If the fan is set to Auto, the sensor
automatically adjusts the fan speed
for the most effective air purification.
2. Power On Indicator – Lights when
unit is on.
3. Fan Speed Knob – Turn the fan
speed knob to the desired setting.
There are five settings:
• Off
• WhisperClean™– Use for quiet,
nighttime operation or for constant
low-speed filtration.
• Medium – Provides a higher fan
speed; use to quickly filter dust,
pollen, smoke, etc., from a room.
• QuickClean™– Provides cleaning
during acute needs.
• Auto – Functions with the Air
Quality Sensor and automatically
selects the fan speed depending
on the air quality detected. This
is the normal setting for
continuous use.
AIR
QUALITY
Poor
Fair
Good
AUTO SELECTED
FAN SPEED
QuickClean
™
Medium
WhisperClean
™
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Cleaning the Air Purifier
Your air purifier is designed to provide years of trouble-free service with
minimal maintenance. The following instructions will help you maximize the life
and efficiency of your air purifier.
wWARNING
To reduce risk of electric shock:
• Always unplug before cleaning.
• Do not immerse in water or other liquid.
Cleaning the permanent filter and front cover
NOTE: It is important to regularly clean
the permanent filter and front panel.
There is no need to touch the dirty
filter–simply remove front panel to
vacuum the permanent filter clean.
Use of an ionizer when filter and grills
are dirty may result in dirt particles
exiting the air purifier and being
attracted to walls and other household
objects.
The air purifier releases negative ions
into the filtered air. The ions are
colorless, odorless, and harmless.
The negative ions attach to small
particles in the air causing the particles
to take on a negative charge. The
negatively charged particles join
positively charged particles like dust,
smoke, pollen and pet dander to form
larger particles that are more effectively
captured by the filter system.
• Wipe enclosure, control panel, and
cord with a damp cloth or sponge.
• The front panel can be removed
and washed in warm, soapy water.
Do not place in dishwasher. Make
sure the panel is completely dry
before reinstalling.
• The outlet grille on the back of the
unit should simply be dusted.
• No part of the air purifier should be
placed in a dishwasher.
To clean the permanent filter:
1. Turn off and unplug air purifier.
2. Remove magnetic front cover to
access filter.
3. Use the crevice tool or brush attach-
ment of your
vacuum cleaner
to clean permanent filter. Run
attachment
between pleated
filter layers to
clean.
4. Replace magnetic front cover.
NOTES:
• There is no need to remove filter from
unit.
• Clean the filter once every three to six
months depending on usage rate and
soil level.
Ready to use = white
Halfway full = light gray
Time to vacuum = darker gray
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Cleaning the Air Quality Sensor
On models equipped with the Air
Quality Sensor, it is recommended to
clean the sensor monthly.
1. Remove the air sensor cleaner from
the storage compartment behind the
sensor door.
2. The sensor is located on the side of
the unit. Open
the sensor
compartment
(as illustrated),
then place
the air sensor
cleaner into
the sensor
opening.
3. Push the air sensor cleaner in and
out of the sensor opening several
times to clean the sensor lens.
4. Close the sensor compartment and
put the air sensor cleaner back in the
storage compartment. Make sure the
sensor door is fully closed. If it is not,
the sensor may not operate properly.
Sensor
Cleaning the Air Purifier (cont.)
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Reduced Air Flow or Poor Filtering
• The intake or outlet grille may be
blocked. Make sure nothing is in
front of or directly behind the air
purifier.
• The filter may be clogged. Refer to
the Cleaning section and vacuum if
necessary.
Troubleshooting Guide
The following section provides the solutions to many common problems and
questions. If your air purifier is not working correctly, review these solutions
first. If your problem is still not solved after reviewing this guide, call our toll-free
customer service number, listed on the front cover of this manual, for assistance.
The Air Purifier Will Not Turn On
• Is the air purifier plugged into a
powered outlet?
• Is the fan speed knob turned on?
The Air Purifier Changes Speed
• Air Quality Sensor models are
designed to sense the level of contaminants in the air and adjust the fan
speed to provide the most effective
air purification possible. If the Air
Quality Sensor control is set to Auto,
it will automatically change fan
speeds to adjust for changing air
quality.
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