HoMedics AR-15 User Manual

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Tower

Air Cleaner

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Instruction Manual and
Warranty Information

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WARNING

ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY TO PERSONS:

• Extreme caution is necessary when any air cleaner is used by or near children or
invalids and whenever the air cleaner is left operating and unattended.

• Always unplug the air cleaner when not in use.

• Do not operate the air cleaner with a damaged cord or plug, or after the air cleaner
malfunctions, has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Return to HoMedics

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:

WHEN USING ELECTRICAL PRODUCTS, ESPECIALLY WHEN
CHILDREN ARE PRESENT, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD
ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING

DANGER

• Always unplug the air cleaner from the electrical outlet immediately after using and
before cleaning.

• Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

• Always place the air cleaner on a firm, level surface.

• Always place the air cleaner at least six (6) inches away from walls and three (3) feet
from heat sources such as stoves, radiators, or heaters.

• DO NOT operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is
being administered.

• DO NOT reach for an appliance that has fallen into water. Unplug it immediately.

• DO NOT place or store appliance where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink.

• DO NOT place in or drop into water or other liquid.

• Keep dry - DO NOT operate in a wet or moist condition.

• Check your air cleaner cord and plug connections. Faulty wall outlet connections or
loose plugs can cause the outlet or plug to overheat. Be sure the plug fits tight in the
outlet.

– TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK:

Consumer Relations for examination, electrical or mechanical adjustment, or repair.

• This air cleaner is not intended for use in bathroom, laundry areas and similar moist
indoor locations. Never locate air cleaner where it may fall into a bathtub or other
water container.

• 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 areas where it can be tripped over.

• To disconnect the air cleaner, first turn controls to the OFF position, then remove
plug from outlet.

• Do not tilt or move the air cleaner while it is in operation. Shut off and remove plug
from outlet before moving.

• Do not insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust opening as
this may cause an electric shock or fire, or damage the air cleaner.

• To prevent a possible fire, do not block air intakes or exhaust in any manner. Do not
use on soft surface, like a bed, where openings may become blocked.

• Use this air cleaner only for its intended 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.

– TO REDUCE THE RISK OF BURNS, FIRE,

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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 consumes, or CADR/Watt.

Main Features of the HoMedics Tower Air Cleaner

Control Panel

HEPA Filters

Pre-Filter

SAVE THESE IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR EASY REFERENCE

Technical Specifications

Input voltage 120 V
Rated Frequency 60 HZ
Power 65 Watts
Weight 12.5 lbs
Noise Level <60 dB
Unit Height 28"

Main Unit

Rear Grill Cover

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NOTE: This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than
the other). To reduce the risk of shock, this plug is intended to fit only
one way in a polarized outlet. 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 do so could result in
an electric shock hazard.

Operating Instructions

Turning the Unit On

• Take the air cleaner out of the box and remove the clear protective plastic bag.

• Place the air cleaner on a firm level surface.

• Before turning the air cleaner ON, you need to confirm that the filters are firmly in
place and did not become loose during shipping.

Control Panel

Fan
Speed

Oscillation
On/Off

Clean
Filter Reset

Power
On/Off

Fig. 1

Fig. 2

1. To check filters, open the rear grill
cover by gently pushing down on
the release tab on the top of the
rear grill. Fig. 1

2. Open the grill cover outward until
the tabs at the bottom of the grill
cover easily slide away from the
unit. Fig. 2

3. The HEPA filters will be resting
inside the unit. Make sure that the
filters are firmly seated inside of the
unit. Fig. 3

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Fig. 3

4. Place the tabs at the bottom of the grill cover into the
base of the unit. Gently push the grill cover plate back
into place until you hear a click sound indicating that
the grill cover is firmly latched. Fig. 4

Connect the power cord into a standard AC outlet.

Cleaning the HEPA Filters

Make sure that the air cleaner is turned OFF and unplugged from the outlet before
cleaning.

1. Open the rear grill cover by gently pushing down
on the tab on the top of the grill cover. Fig. 5

Fig. 4

NOTE: Unit will not operate unless filters and grill are properly installed.

1. On/Off and Speed Settings

• To turn the air cleaner on, press the ON/OFF

button on the control panel.
When the air cleaner is turned on, the ON/OFF button on the control panel
will illuminate and the air cleaner will start to operate on LOW speed. LOW is the
default speed setting when the air cleaner is turned on for the first time. Upon
restarting the air cleaner, fan speed will revert to the speed selected prior to turning
the unit off.

• Once the air cleaner is on, turn the dial clockwise until the MED setting illuminates
to increase the fan speed to MED. Turn clockwise once more to increase the fan
speed to HIGH setting. The fan speed dial turns continously in either direction to
adjust the fan speed. The dial surround illuminates to indicate the fan speed setting.

• To turn the air cleaner OFF, simply press the ON/OFF

button on the

control panel.

2. Oscillation

To activate the oscillation, press the

button. To stop oscillation, press the button
a second time. Unit will not automatically realign with foot when oscillation is stopped.
To achieve alignment, stop oscillation at the moment when the body becomes aligned
with the foot.

Fig. 5

2. Open the grill cover outward until the tabs at the
bottom of the grill cover easily slide away from the
unit. Fig. 6

Fig. 6

3. Remove the HEPA filters from the main unit. Fig. 7

Note: There are two HEPA filters in this air cleaner.

Fig. 7

4. Use the brush attachment with your vacuum
cleaner. Run the attachment along both sides of
the HEPA filters, cleaning thoroughly between the
accordion folds of the filters. Fig. 8

Fig. 8

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