Hamilton Beach 840115800 User Manual

Air Purifier

Épurateur d’air

840115800

English .............................. 2

USA: 1-800-851-8900

Français .......................... 13

Canada : 1-800-267-2826

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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:

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 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 operate this appliance without the outlet grille in place or

if the outlet grille is broken or damaged.

12. This air purifier is equipped with a safety interlock switch that turns the unit off if the intake grill is removed. DO NOT attempt to defeat or override this safety feature.

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

Consumer Safety Information

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

This appliance is intended for household use only.

This appliance is equipped with a polarized plug. This type of plug has one blade wider than the other. The plug will fit into an electrical outlet only one way. This is a safety feature intended to help reduce the risk of electrical shock. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact a qualified electrician to replace the obsolete outlet. Do not attempt to defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug by modifying the plug in any way.

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.

Parts and Features

1. Intake Grille

2. Carbon Pre-Filter

3. HEPA Filter

4. Filter Check Gauge

5. Control Panel

6. Outlet Grille

Pièces et caractéristiques

1. Grille d’entrée

2. Préfiltre à charbon

3. Filtre HEPA

4. Jauge de vérification du filtre

5. Tableau de commande

6. Grille de sortie

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How to Assemble and Use

IMPORTANT: Your Hamilton Beach air purifier is designed for

easy use and maintenance. Make sure HEPA filter, and carbon pre-filter are properly installed before use.

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:

• 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.

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.

Purifier Room Size* Carbon HEPA Model (sq. ft.) Pre-Filter Filter

04150 175 ft

04922 04912

04152 300 ft

04923 04913

* Each air purifier is designed to filter the room five times

per hour at high speed. Factors such as room shape and ceiling height can affect this rate. It is normal that the air flow will be reduced as the filters become clogged. See “Checking the Filters” on page 9 for more information.

To Order Replacement Parts

Replacement parts may be available where the air purifier was purchased or can be obtained directly from Hamilton Beach.

About Your Air Purifier

The air purifier functions as an air cleaner by helping to remove particulates and airborne bacteria from the air.

The air is cleaned in 2 stages:

1. A fan draws air through the intake grille on the front of the

air purifier. Then it passes through the carbon pre-filter which traps large dust particles and reduces odors.

2. The white HEPA filter then removes particles as small as

0.3 microns from the air at 99.97% effectiveness.

Before First Use

Be sure to remove all packing materials. The pre-filter is packed in a plastic bag inside the air purifier for shipping.

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Locate the black carbon pre-filter. It will be folded inside a plastic bag. Remove and discard the plastic bag.

Unfold and flatten out the black carbon pre-filter. Attach the four corners of the carbon pre-filter to the four hook fasteners on the HEPA filter.

Insert the two tabs on the bottom of the intake grille into the holes on the bottom ledge of the air purifier. Pivot the intake grille into place and lightly press on the upper corners of the grille to snap it into place.

NOTE: The air purifier has a safety switch that prevents operation if the intake grille is not properly installed. DO NOT attempt to override or disable this safety switch.

NOTE: The carbon pre-filter should be replaced approximately every three months.

Remove the intake grille by carefully pulling the upper two side tabs away from the body of the air purifier and lifting up.

Installing the Carbon Pre-Filter

Setting the Controls

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.

1. Power On Indicator –

Lights when unit is on.

2. Fan Speed Knob – Turn the fan speed knob to the desired setting. There are four settings:

• OFF

• WHISPERCLEAN

™

– Use for quiet, nighttime operation or for constant low-speed filtration.

• MED (Medium) – Provides a higher fan speed; use for quickly filtering dust, pollen, smoke, etc. from a room.

• QUICKCLEAN™– Provides cleaning during acute needs.

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Checking the Filters

A special filter check gauge is included with your air purifier to allow you to check the condition of the filters. It is stored in a compartment behind the front intake grille. See item 4 on page 2 for location.

The HEPA filter should last approximately 12 months with continuous use, less in areas with a high level of airborne particles such as dust or pollen.

The carbon pre-filter will last approximately three months. NOTE: You must reinstall and snap the intake grille before

checking the filters with the gauge. The air purifier will not operate if the grille is not in place.

Filter(s) OK

Replace

Filter(s)

Insert either end of the filter check gauge into the recessed hole on the top of outlet grille. Turn the fan on QuickClean.

™

The colored cylinder should float up the filter check gauge. If it does not move from the bottom of the gauge, the filter(s) are clogged and need to be replaced.

wWARNING

To reduce risk of electric shock:

• Always unplug before cleaning.

• Do not immerse in water or other liquid.

Cleaning the Air Purifier

• Wipe the enclosure, control panel, and cord with a damp cloth or sponge.

• The intake grille can be removed and washed in warm, soapy water. Do not place in dishwasher. Make sure the grille is completely dry before reinstalling.

• The outlet grille should simply be dusted. It should not be immersed in water.

• No part of the air purifier should be placed in a dishwasher.

How to Clean

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.

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