Oreck AIR12B Owner's Manual

User’s Air Purifier

Guide

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Oreck ProShield® Air Purifier

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Congratulations on your purchase of the Oreck ProShield series air purifier. Your new air purifier contains several technologies which together make it one of the most advanced

and effective air filtration systems available, all in a

stylish and compact cabinet. This manual describes the features of the Oreck ProShield Air Purifierwhich in- cludes a mechanical pre-filter, Truman Cell technology at the heart of the electronic filtration system, and catalytic

odor and ozone removal. The Oreck ProShield Air Purifier includes a replaceable odor absorber and air revitalizer.

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Contents		Safety		1
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		General Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
		Placement Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	.	. 2
		Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	.	. 3
		Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
		Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	.	. 6
		Cleaning Intervals . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
		Cleaning the Pre-Filter . . . . . . . . .	.	7
		Cleaning the Truman Collector Cell . . . .	.	7
		Drying the Truman Cell . . . . . . . . .		. 8
		Cleaning the Catalytic Oxygenator . . . . .		. 9
		Cleaning the Exhaust Grille . . . . . . .	.	9
		Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	.	10
		Replacing the Optional Odor Absorber . . .	.	10
		Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . .		11
		Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	.	13
		Spanish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		15
		French . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	.	33

Safety General Warnings

! IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

•Only use the air purifier as described in this manual. Failure to do so may result in serious injury or death.

•Do not use the air purifier with a damaged cord or plug. Doing so may result in electric shock, serious injury or death. Have a qualified service technician replace any damaged cords or plugs.

•Do not handle the unit with wet hands. Doing so may result in electrical shock, serious injury or death. Thoroughly dry your hands before handling any part of the air purifier.

CAUTION!

•Hair, loose clothing and body parts may get caught in the machine resulting in injury. Keep hair, loose clothing and body parts away from openings and moving parts.

•Do not unplug by pulling on the cord. Doing so may result in electrical sparks and fire. Unplug the unit by grasping, and pulling the plug.

•The Oreck ProShield Series is equipped with an ALCI (Appliance Leakage Current Interrupter). The ALCI shuts off the unit in potentially hazardous situations.

Note: A polarized plug has one rounded prong and one straight prong. The rounded end goes into the longest socket slot.

RESET

(Red)

TEST

(Gray)

Note: The ALCI has a Test and Reset button which should be tested each time the unit is plugged in.

Do not remove the tag which provides test instructions from around the cord at the ALCI.

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DANGER: Improper installation of ALCI can result in electric shock.

Do not modify or bypass the ALCI. Do not replace any electrical component in this product with anything other than an authorized ORECK replacement part. The risk of electric shock can result if used in the vicinity of improperly grounded stationary appliances (stove, refrigerator, washer, etc.).

•Do not use an extension cord.

•Do not place the air purifier near sources of heat, such as stove tops, ovens, radiators or computers.

Placement Warnings

! WARNING!

• Do not use the air purifier outdoors or on wet surfaces. Doing so may result in electric shock, serious injury or death. Use only indoors and under dry conditions.

• Do not use the air purifier in an enclosed space where flammable, combustible or explosive gases are present.

• Do not use in an area where toxic vapors, flammable dust or oxygen tanks are present. Doing so may result in serious injury or death. Check the location and make sure these elements are not present.

CAUTION!

•Do not place open flames, including candles, directly in front of the air purifier.

•Keep objects away from the air intake grille.

It is important to consider the following when deciding on where to locate the air purifier:

• Position the air purifier on a flat, solid, stable surface. Never place the unit on soft surfaces such as a bed

or sofa.

• Position the air purifier where the dirty air is not drawn across your head or body while sitting or sleeping.

• Position the air purifier so the plug on the power cord easily reaches a standard electrical outlet for a polarized plug.

SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

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Features	2.	Cleaning brush: Use to clean the front and back grilles.
	1.	Pre-Filter: Filters large particles such as dust, hair and lint.
		Stores snuggly in the compartment under the cover.
	3.	Odor Absorber: Reduces odors and chemical fumes from
		glue, solvents and synthetic materials from the air that
		passes through the filter. The air purifier continues to filter
		particles from the air passing through it with or without the
		odor absorber.
	4.	Truman Cell: Captures small particles such as dust, smoke,
		pollen and pet dander from the air that passes through the filter.
	5. Catalytic Oxygenator: This model contains a Catalytic
		Oxygenator which cannot be removed.
	6.	Exhaust Grille: Directs the flow of air as it exits the unit.
	7.	Power Cord: Plug into the outlet to begin use.
	8.	Removable Base: Allows the air purifier to stand vertically.
		Simply stand the unit on its base with the Oreck logo facing
		front and the control panel buttons at the top.
	9.	Night Light: The right end will softly glow when the night
		light is activated.
	10.	Cover Release Button: Press in to release the cover for
		maintenance access.
	11.	Truman Collector Cell Light: A solid red light is included
		as a handy reminder to clean the Truman Cell. A blinking
		light indicates a malfunction that has caused the Truman
		cell to shut down and requires attention.
	12.	Speed Indicator Light: Lighting starts from the center for
		the lowest motor speed to all five lights for full motor speed.
	13.	Odor Absorber Light: The light indicates that it is time to
		replace the odor absorber.
	14.	Air Revitalizer: This button activates the Air Revitalizer
		feature which is designed to run continuously, but may be
		turned OFF if desired. Provides additional air freshness
		via the release of negative ions, which can also cause dust
		particles to clump together and fall out of the air passing
		through the air purifier. You may notice faster dust buildup
		on the unit and surrounding objects with the Air Revitalizer
		turned ON.
	15. Motor Speed/Power Button: Press the power buttons
		repeatedly for the desired speed.
		• Low for Silence Technology®. It’s the quietest
		operation, cleaning the air as effectively but more
		slowly than the high setting.
		• Medium for normal use
		• High for maximum cleaning

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16. Night Light Button: Repeatedly press this button to change the lighting scheme to best suit your preference.

17. Front Grille: Air enters here for the first stage of cleaning.

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Operation

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1.Place. Locate the air purifier on a hard surface such as a table or desk. The unit can be placed horizontally or

vertically depending on your space. Be sure the grille is not blocked by other objects and there are no candles or flames near the unit.

2.Plug In. Plug into nearest standard electrical outlet that accepts a polarized plug.

3.Select the air cleaning speed. Press the motor speed/power button until you reach the desired speed.

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Cleaning	Proper care and cleaning of the air purifier is critical to
	Cleaning Intervals
	performance. The following chart shows the cleaning intervals
	and method.
	Part	Cleaning	Method
		Time
	Cabinet	As needed	Wipe with damp cloth first.
			If required, follow with mild,
			non-abrasive cleaner.
	Truman Cell	2 to 4	Spray Oreck Assail-a-Cell®
		weeks	cleaner or soak in warm water
			or warm water with mild
			liquid detergent. Rinse and dry
			thoroughly.
	Pre-Filter	2 to 4	Rinse thoroughly in warm
		weeks	water or as needed.
	Odor	12 months,	Replace (optional for odor
	Absorber	or as	removal). Do not wash.
		needed	Vacuum gently with a soft
			brush attachment to clean if
			necessary.
	Air Direction	As needed	Use the brush provided with the
	Grille		air purifier to brush away debris
			in between the slots.
	Catalytic	As needed	Vacuum the front surface gently
	Ozone		with a soft brush attachment.
	Converter		Do not use any liquids for
			cleaning.

! WARNING!

Cleaning the unit while it is plugged in may result in electric shock, electric spark and serious injury. Unplug the unit before cleaning or maintenance.

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1.Unplug the air purifier and lay it on its side with the hinged cover on top.

2.Open the Top Cover by pressing the Cover Release button.

3.Pull the Pre-Filter straight up and out of the Cabinet.

4.Thoroughly rinse the Pre-Filter and let it air dry before placing it back in the Cabinet. Do not use heated or com- pressed air as part of the drying process.

5.Slide the Pre-Filter back into the unit.

6.Close the Top Cover securely.

Cleaning the Truman Collector Cell

Note: The Truman Cell may require more frequent cleaning if “arcing” occurs. Arcing is a sharp snapping sound that oc- curs when large particles are collected in the Truman Cell. If prolonged or continuous arcing occurs the Truman Cell should be cleaned.

1.Unplug the air purifier and lay it on its side with the hinged cover on top.

2.Open the Top Cover by pressing the Cover Release button.

3.Remove the collector cell by pulling up on the handle (located across the top of the Truman Cell). Lift the collector cell straight up and out.

4.Place in sink, bathtub or other location where cleaner can cover every surface.

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5.Spray Oreck Assail-A-Cell® cleaner between each Cell Plate and cover each surface. Allow the cleaner to soak for a few minutes but do not let it dry. Thoroughly rinse the Truman Cell with clean water.

An alternative method to clean the Truman Cell is to rinse or soak it in warm water for loose debris. Mild liquid dish detergent in water may also be used to help break down tough dirt and residue. Thoroughly rinse the Truman Cell with clean water.

Note: To prevent damage to the components of the Truman Cell, do not put in dishwasher or use a cotton swab.

Tough residue such as tar from tobacco smoke may need additional cleaning or longer soaking.

6.Shake excess water from the Truman cell to speed up drying time. Do not use heated or compressed air to dry.

7.Place the Truman Cell back into the unit by sliding it straight down into the slots. The Truman Cell is specially designed so that it can only be inserted in one direction.

8.Close the Top Cover securely.

Drying the Truman Cell

Note: The Truman Cell must be completely dry after cleaning in order to operate properly. A drying mode is available to help remove any residual moisture. While in this mode, the fan will be running on Medium speed, and no power will be supplied to the Truman Cell. Once the unit detects that the Truman Cell

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is completely dry, it will return to its original operating settings and function as normal.

“Dry Mode” Operation

If the power supply detects that the Truman Cell is wet, it shuts down power to the cell and causes the Collector Cell light to blink rapidly.

1.While the collector cell light is blinking, press and hold the power button to initiate “Dry Mode”

2.Next, the following will all happen simultaneously:

•The center halo light segments above and below the power button will flash 3 times.

•The unit will switch to medium speed.

•The Collector Cell light will start to blink in a slow pattern.

4.Once in “Dry Mode”

•The unit will run for 60 minutes and then attempt to reset the power supply to the Truman Cell.

•If the power supply successfully restarts, the unit will return to its original speed and run as normal.

•If not successful, it will go through the same process up to two more times.

•If still not successful after the third try, the cell is likely damaged or is shorting out due to the presence of a foreign object; it will return to the original speed and the Collector Cell light will blink with a rapid blink pattern indefinitely until the unit is reset.

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Cleaning the Catalytic Oxygenator

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1.Unplug the air purifier and lay it on its side with the hinged cover on top.

2.Open the Top Cover by pressing the Cover Release button.

3.Remove the Odor Absorber, Pre-Filter, and Collector Cell.

4.Vacuum the front face of the filter with a soft-brush attachment only. Do not use liquids to clean.

5.Replace the Odor Absorber, Collector Cell and Pre-Filter.

Cleaning the Exhaust Grille

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1.Remove the Cleaning Brush from the storage slot located under the Top Cover.

2.Brush away debris that has collected between the Grille Slots.

3.Return the Cleaning Brush to the storage slot.

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Maintenance

Replacing the Optional Odor Absorber

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1.Unplug the air purifier and lay it on its side with the hinged cover on top.

2.Open the Top Cover by pressing the Cover Release button.

3.Flip up the two tabs located on top of the Odor Absorber.

4.Use the tabs to gently lift the odor absorber from the cabinet.

5.Replace with a new Odor Absorber. Fold the tabs down. Do not force the Odor Absorber into the slot.

6.Close the Top Cover securely.

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Trouble- shooting

Service problems that appear to be major can often be solved easily. You can be your own troubleshooter by reviewing this guide.

All other servicing should be done by an Oreck authorized service center.

Problem		Check	Solution
Unit does not	• Power Cord		• Plug in Power Cord
turn ON	•	Selector Switch	• Set Selector Switch for desired blower
			speed.
	•	Top Cover	• Make sure the top cover is securely closed
	• ALCI Plug		• Press the red reset button each time you
			plug in the ALCI safety device.
Truman Cell	Truman Cell		• A solid red light is a 30 day cleaning
light has turned			reminder. Wash Collector Cell. Make sure
solid red.			it is thoroughly clean and dry before
			reinstalling.
Truman Cell	Truman Cell		• A fast blinking light indicates the power
light is			supply has shut down due to arcing or
blinking red			short circuit. The cell should be inspected
			and cleaned, repaired, or replaced.
			• A slow blinking light indicates the unit is
			in Dry Mode.
Unit does	Truman Cell		• Clean the Truman Cell and make sure it is
not remove			completely dry before reinstalling.
pollutants.			• Truman cell may be damaged. Contact
			Oreck for service.
Unit sparks,	Truman Cell		• Sparking or popping noise (arcing) can
crackles and			occur when a large particle is captured
pops.			in the Truman Cell. If the unit is arcing
			excessively, the cell may be dirty. Try
			cleaning the Truman Cell.
			• If excessive arcing continues after proper
			cleaning, the Truman Cell may be damaged
			or wet. If damaged, contact Oreck for
			service.

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Problem	Check	Solution
Odor Absorber	Odor Absorber	• Replace odor absorber if desired.
light on unit has		• If odor absorber is not replaced, remove
turned red.
		old odor absorber to turn off Check Odor
		Absorber light.
Does not	Odor Absorber	• Vacuum odor absorber with a soft brush
remove odor.		attachment if dirty. Do not use any liquids
		to clean the Odor Absorber.
		• Replace odor absorber if desired.
Unit still does	Check all the	Contact Oreck for service.
not operate	above points.
properly.

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Warranty	turing Company gives you the following limited warranty for this
	ORECK MANUFACTURING COMPANY: (Oreck Manufac-
	product only if it was originally purchased for residential use, not
	for resale, from Oreck or an Oreck Authorized Retail Dealer.)
	Oreck will repair or replace, free of charge, to the original pur-
	chaser, any part that is found to be defective in material or work-
	manship within three (3) years following the date of purchase for
	all residential models. NOTE: If the unit is used commercially, a
	one (1) year overall warranty applies.
	This limited warranty does not cover the replacement of expend-
	able or consumable parts such as filters, cartridges, and other parts
	subject to normal wear unless they are defective in material or
	workmanship.
	This limited warranty does not apply to any part subjected to ac-
	cident, abuse, commercial use, alteration, misuse, damage caused
	by an act of God, the use of voltages other than on the data plate
	of this product or service of this product by other than Oreck or a
	participating Factory Authorized Service Center.
	Oreck does not authorize any person or representative to as-
	sume or grant any other warranty obligation with the sale of this
	product.
	Oreck’s limited warranty is valid only if you retain proof of pur-
	chase from Oreck or an Oreck Authorized Retail Dealer for this
	product. If you purchase this product from any other source, your
	purchase is “AS IS,” which means Oreck grants you no warranty,
	and that you, not Oreck, assume the entire risk of the quality
	and performance of this product, including the entire cost of any
	necessary servicing or repairs of any defects.
	Oreck’s liability for damages to you for any costs whatsoever aris-
	ing out of this statement of limited warranty shall be limited to
	the amount paid for this product at the time of original purchase,
	and Oreck shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, consequen-
	tial or incidental damages arising out of the use or inability to use
	this product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation
	of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or
	exclusion may not apply to you.
	ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES OTHER
	THAN THE LIMITED WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE,
	FOR THIS PRODUCT, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRAN-
	TIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
	PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXPRESSLY DENIED.
	This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also
	have other rights which vary from state to state.

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