Hamilton Beach 840144100 User Manual

Air Purifier

840144100

READ BEFORE USE
LIRE AVANT L’UTILISATION
LEA ANTES DE USAR

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

USA: 1-800-851-8900

Français ............................................ 11

Canada : 1-800-267-2826

Español .............................................. 20

México: 01 800 71 16 100

Le invitamos a leer cuidadosamente este

instructivo antes de usar su aparato.

Épurateur d’air

Purificador de aire

Remove plastic

bag from filter

before use!

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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

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:

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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 HEPA filter then removes parti-

cles as small as 0.3 microns from the
air at 99% effectiveness.

3. 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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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 HEPA 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
Air Quality Sensor Models

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

™

only available on
AirSmart™models

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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 and caring for the air purifier

NOTE: It is important to replace the

HEPA filter once a year and to clean
front panel regularly.

The HEPA filter should last approxi-
mately 6 months with continuous use,
less in areas with a high level
of airborne particles such as dust,
pollen, mold and mildew spores, pet
dander and smoke.

To replace the HEPA filter:

1. Turn off and unplug air purifier.

Remove magnetic front cover to
access filter. Remove the used HEPA
filter by gripping the sides and pulling
outward. Discard the used filter. It
cannot be cleaned.

2. Obtain a replacement HEPA filter.

Insert the unwrapped HEPA filter into
the air purifier. Position the airflow
arrow (located on the filter) pointing
into the unit.
NOTE: Improper filter installation will
result in poor air filtration.

3. Replace magnetic front cover.

To clean the air purifier:

• 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.

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Cleaning the Air Purifier (cont.)

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

Purifier Control Room Size* HEPA

Model Type (sq. ft.) Filter

04491 AirSmart 180 04993

* 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 filter becomes
clogged. Replace the HEPA filter as
needed.

To order replacement filters, call
Customer Service toll free at:

1-800-851-8900 (USA)
1-800-267-2826 (Canada)

or online:

trueair.com

To Order Replacement Parts

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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.

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 HEPA filter may be clogged.
Replace if necessary.

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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