Kenmore 152.83244 User Manual

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OWNER'SMANUALFOR
KENMOREAiRCLEANERMODEL152.83244
INFO-UNE:
After reading this manual, if you have any questions o1"corrmnents on your Kenmore air cleanel, call: 1-888-277-2810
* Safety * Warranty o Operation o Pans
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IMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONS
Please read all instructions before using this product. Save these instructions fbr easy reference. When using electrical appfianccs, basic precautions shouM alwws bc followed to reduce breakage, risk of fire, electric shimk and injury m persons h_cludh_g the following:
Read all instructions bcfbrc operating the air cleaner.
Place air cleaner where it is not easily knocked over by persons in the himschoM.
Always unplug air cleaner when not in use.
Do not use any product with a damaged cord or plug or if product malfunctions, is dropped or damaged in any manncc
° Kccp power cord awW from heated surfaces. ° Do not use air cleaner outdoors.
Never use air cleaner unless Jt is fully assembled.
Do not run power cord under carpets, and do not cover with throw rugs. Arrange cord such that _twill not bc tripped over.
° Do not use air cleaner where combustible gases or wq_ors are present.
Do not expose the air cleaner to rain, or use nc4r water, in a bathroom, lmmdry area or damp location.
To disconnect the air cleaner, first turn the speed control m OFF position and remove plug from the outlet.
Do not allow fi)rcign objects to enter ventilation or exhaust opening as this m W cause electric shock or damage to the air cleancc Do not bMck air outlets
or _ntakcs.
° Locate air cleaner near power outlet and avoid using extension cord. ° The air cleaner has a F_i_lar_cd plug (one blade is wider than the othcr).To
reduce risk of shilmk, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one
way. ff the plug does not fit fully Jn the outlet, reverse the plug. DO NOT
attempt to defeat this safety feature.
A Mosc fit between the plug and thcAC outlet (receptacle) may cause overheating and a distortion of the plug. Contact a qt_fificd electrician m replace k:_oscor worn receptacles.
Do not sit, stand or place heavy objects on the air clcance
Disconnect power supply bcRwc servicing.
_/ARNING:To reduce risk of fire or electric shock, do not use this product with any sofid-statc speed control device.
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FULLONEYEARWARRANTY
ff this air cleaner l_hflsduc to a dc[bct in material or worMnanship within one (1) year from the chtc of purchase, Scars will replace it frcc of charge.
This warnmty DOES NOT cover the replacement of the HEPA filter which is an expendable item.
TNs warranty applies only while rids product is in use in the [ lnJtcd States or Canada.
TIds warranty gives you spccR_c legal rights and you may also have other rights, wNch may vary from state to state.
Scars, Rvmbuck and Co., D/817WA, Hoffman Estates,/L 60179
INTRODUCTION
Congn_mlations on your choice of the Kcnmorc air cleaner. Wc Ngh/y recom- mend that you opcmtc the air cleaner 24 hours a day, because indoor :dr can quickly bc contaminated by activity or objects in a room and infiRl_ation of out-
side air. Portable air cleaners arc much more effective in morns where all doors and windows are closed.
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Intake
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HOW ITWORKS
This air cleaner is equipped with a HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate Arrestor) filter. Room air is drown into the :dr cleaner through the air intake gr_c and passes through the HEPA fiRcr.Thc fiRcrcd all"is released from the top of the unit and is dispersed upwards into the roonl.
The all"cleaner has tIu'cc operating speeds, H},MED and LO.Thc indicator fight is "ON" when the :fir cleaner is operating.
Your air cleaner has an ionizer with a red light indicating when it is turned "ON". I lsc of ionizer boosts cleaning efficiency and rcvitalHcs stale :dr. Your air cleaner has a convenient carrying handle for easy portahifit3_.
SETUP
Your air cleaner was thoroughly inspected and tested at the _ctory prior to pack- aging.
Visually inspect it upon removal from its box. Remove and discard an}' packaging
material. Rcmrn the unit if"it shows any signs of damage or mishandling.
Note th:g there is a label on the side of the trait as a reminder of when the HEPA
filter shotfld hc replaced. Using a ballpoint pen, write on the label a date six months awW from the first opcn_tion date. Scc FILTER CHANGE SCHEDI 1LEbelow:
ELECTRICALHOOKUP
Plug the air cIcanc1°into a polarized 120 voltA(." wall outlet.
WARNING:To avoid fire or shock hazard, the air cleaner shouM ON1X bc plugged
into a polarized 120 VoRAC outlet.
OPERATION
CAUTION: Never opcmtc the air cleaner without the filters properly installed. Permanent motor chmagc couM rcsuR. Each time you opcmtc the :dr cleaner, it is a good Mca to run it at HI speed tbr
e_st initial cleaning, then set as desired.
HI ........................ Maximum Opclzatinn Fast Initial Cleaning
MED ...................... Da}_hnc Operation
LO ....................... Nighttimc Ilsc/Quictcr operation
On/Off kmizcr Operation ..... I lsc for fast initial cleaning
When the innizcr is activated it helps m further clean and freshen the air by precipitating out small airborne particles. When using ionizer, bc sure to place air clcancr about one fi)ot awW from the walls.TNs will kccp precipitated dust particles from depositing on the wails.
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FILTERCHANGESCHEDULE
HEPAF_ltcr: The usable IJt_timc of the HEPA filter is 6 to 12 months depending upon the level of air contaminants in the room and the frequency of use.The
HEPA fikcr will mrn medium brown and air w)lumc output will begin to decrease dnmlatically when the fikcr needs to bc changed. Compare the color of HEPAf'fltcr to the "change fikcr" color chart label k)catcd near the filter fl_amc and change the
filter as necessary. You should have a spare filter available for later replacement.
FILTERREPLACEMENT
This HEPA filter is specially designed for easy replacement to ensure maximum performance.THE HEPA FILTER IS NOT WASHABLE.
1. Turn the :dr cleaner OFF and unplug the unit from the l_)wer outlet.
2. Carefully lay tmJt down on a flat stu'[:acc wRh front grille _cing up.
3. Using finger pressure on the two release buttons on the sides, pull front grille out and away.
4. Remove and discard the old HEPA filtce
5. Remove any protective plastic wrapping and packaging from the new HEPA
fikcc
6. Set new HEPA filter into the air clcancr.
7. Install the front grille by placing the bottom cdgc of the grille near the bottom of the :dr cleaner, lining up the grille tabs wRh the air cleaner slots.
8. Snap front grille h_to place by pushing down carcflflly near the top edges
of the front grille.
9. Write the next f'fltcr change date - 6 months away - on the side label.
10. Turn the air cleaner upright and plug it into an outlet.The air cleaner is now ready for operation.
ReleaseTabs
Filter
On BothSides
OfTopFront
Grille
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CLEANINGTHEUNIT
WARNING:To avoid serious injury from electric shocM the air cleaner must be turned OFF and unplugged from the power outlet prior to any cleanH_g operation,
1. Turn air cleaner OFF and tmplug from power outlet.
2. Clean tmR with moistcncd soft cloth onl}: DO NOT pour or splash water on the unR or use aW abrasive type cleaner on it. Clc4n all external surfaces, especially the air intake grilles and air outlet.
3. DO NOTattcmpt to clean the HEPA filter; R is NOT washahlc and washing will damage it.
4. RcposJtRm air cleaner, plug into power outlet and turn ON.
STORAGE
ff _m store _mr air cleaner for more than 30 da_, you sholfld:
1. Remove HEPAfilter from the unit.
2. Wrap the HEPA Filter in an airtight plastic bag or plastic wrap. Bc sure that the HEPAfiRcr is totally scaled to protect it from its storage environment.
3. DO NOTput plastic-wrapped HEPAfiRcr back into the air clc4ncr.
7b restore the air cleaner to sert_ice:
1. Unwrap the HEPA Filter.
2. Install HEPA fiker in the air cleaner. See "Filter Replacement" section for proper installation.
TECHNICALSPECIFICATIONS
Length 15 in (38cm)
Width 6.7 in (17cm)
Hcight 14.4 in (36.5cm)
Weight 9.1 lh. (4.1kg)
Input Voltage 120 w)lts AC, 60 Hz
REPLACEMENTPARTS
hVA_FJI [:D'_I
Filter 83159
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CUSTOMERASSISTANCELINE
ff you experience a problem, please DO NOTattcmpt to repair tiffs trait yourself. Doing so will wi_idyour warranty and could cause damage to the air cleaner or personal inju W to yourself. It"you have aW questions concerning this appfiancc, please call toll free:
1-888-277-2810 / Monday- FrMay -- 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST
HOW TO ORDERREPLACEMENTPARTS
To order replacement fiRcrs or front grilles by phone, call toll free:
1-800-366-7278 / 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. -- 7 days a week
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