Oreck AIR12GU Owner's Manual

User’s

Guide

Air Purier

Important!

Read this manual carefully, and keep for future reference.

Oreck ProShield® Plus Air Purier

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Congratulations on your purchase of the Oreck ProShield

series air purier. This user’s guide describes the features of the Oreck ProShield® Plus Air Puriﬁer.

Welcome to our Call. Click. customer service program. To

speak with an Oreck representative call:

USA: 1•800•989•3535 Canada: 1•888• 676•7325

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Contents

Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

General Warnings ........................1

Placement Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Operation.................................5

Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Cleaning Intervals ........................6

Cleaning the Pre-Filter ....................7

Cleaning the Truman Cell Drying the Truman Cell

Cleaning the Catalytic Oxygenator ........... 10

Cleaning the Exhaust Grille ................ 10

Troubleshooting ........................... 11

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Spanish ................................. 13

French ..................................30

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Safety

General Warnings

IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

• Only use the air purier as described in this user’s guide.

Failure to do so may result in serious injury or death.

• Do not use the air purier with a damaged cord or plug. Doing so may result in electric shock, serious injury or death. Have a qualied 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 purier.

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 re. 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.

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 purier near sources of heat, such as stove tops, ovens, radiators or computers.

Placement Warnings

WARNING!

• Do not use the air purier 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 purier in an enclosed space where

ammable, combustible or explosive gases are present.

• Do not use in an area where toxic vapors, ammable 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 ames, including candles, directly in front of the air purier.

• Keep objects away from the air intake grille.

It is important to consider the following when deciding on where to locate the air purier:

• Position the air purier on a at, solid, stable surface. Never place the unit on soft surfaces such as a bed or sofa.

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

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

SAVE THESE

INSTRUCTIONS

Features

1. Pre-Filter: Filter large particles such as dust, hair and lint.

2. Cleaning brush: Use to clean the front and back grilles.

Stores snuggly in the compartment under the cover.

3. Helios Shield® & Catalytic Oxygenator: This component

combines technologies to reduce ozone and odors from the air that passes through its lter. It cannot be removed.

4. Truman Cell®: Electrostatically charges and collects

small particles such as dust, smoke, pollen, molds, and other allergens from the air that passes through the ter.

5. Exhaust Grille: Directs the ow of air as it exits the unit.

6. Power Cord: Plug into the outlet to begin use.

7. Removable Base: Allows the air purier to stand vertically.

Simply stand the unit on its base with the Oreck logo facing front and the control panel buttons at the top.

8. Night Light: The right end will softly glow when the night

light is activated. The logo will illuminate when the unit is sitting on its base, or serve as a night light on the front of the unit.

9. Cover Release Button: Press in to release the cover for

maintenance access.

10. Truman Cell® Light: A solid red light is included as a

handy reminder to clean the Truman Cell® after 30 days. A blinking light indicates a malfunction that has caused the

Truman Cell® to shut down and requires attention.

11. Speed Indicator Light: Lighting starts from the center

for the lowest motor speed to all ve lights for full motor speed.

12. Odor Control: This button turns the Helios Shield® on or

off as desired. If turned off, the unit will continue to lter particles from the air that passes through the lter, though the odor-reducing capability will be turned off.

13. Motor Speed/Power Button: Press the power button

repeatedly for the desired speed.

• Low for Silence Technology®. It’s the quietest operation.

• Medium for normal use

• High for maximum cleaning

14. Night Light Button: Repeatedly press this button to change

the lighting scheme to best suit your preference.

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15. Front Grille: Air enters here for the rst stage of cleaning.

16. Remote Control: Remotely turns the Power ON/OFF,

adjusts the Odor Control feature, Motor Speed and Night Light. Use these buttons in the same procedure as the unit.

Operation

1. Place. Locate the air purier 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 ames 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.

Position

so that the air is not

drawn across the

head or body.

Cleaning

Cleaning Intervals

Proper care and cleaning of the air purier is critical to performance. The following chart shows the cleaning intervals and method.

Part Cleaning

Time

Cabinet As needed Wipe with damp cloth rst.

If required, follow with mild, non-abrasive cleaner.

Truman Cell

2 to 4 weeks

Spray Oreck Assail-A-Cell cleaner or soak in warm water or warm water with mild liquid detergent. Rinse.

Method

Pre-Filter 2 to 4

weeks

Air Direction Grille

Catalytic Ozone Converter

As needed Use the brush provided with the

As needed Vacuum the front surface gently

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.

Rinse thoroughly in warm water or as needed.

air purier to brush away debris in between the slots.

with a soft brush attachment. Do not use any liquids for cleaning.

WARNING!

The

air purier

will not run if the

Top Cover is not

closed securely.

Cleaning the Pre-Filter

1. Unplug the air purier 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 compressed 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 Cell

Note: The Truman Cell may require more frequent cleaning if

“arcing” occurs. Arcing is a sharp snapping sound that occurs 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 purier 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 Truman Cell® by pulling up on the handle

(located across the top), lifting it straight up and out.

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

cover every surface.

Oreck’s

Assail-a-Cell

cleaner is an

excellent way to

clean the

Truman Cell

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® 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 lights directly above and below the power button will ash 3 times.

• The unit will switch to medium speed.

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

3. 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 indenitely until the unit is reset.

Cleaning the Catalytic Oxygenator

1. Unplug the air purie 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 Pre-Filter and Truman Cell®.

4. Vacuum the front face of the lter with a soft-brush

attachment only. Do not use liquids to clean.

5. Replace the Truman Cell® and Pre-Filter.

6. Close the Top Cover securely.

Cleaning the Exhaust Grille

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.

Trouble-

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

shooting

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

Problem Check Solution

Unit does not turn ON.

Truman Cell® light has turned solid red.

Truman Cell light is blinking red.

Unit does not reduce particles.

Unit sparks, crackles and pops.

• Power Cord

• Selector Switch

• Top Cover

• ALCI Plug

Truman Cell

• Plug in Power Cord

• Set Selector Switch for desired blower speed.

• Make sure the top cover is securely closed

• Press the red reset button each time you plug in the ALCI safety device.

• A solid red light is a 30 day cleaning

reminder. Wash Truman Cell®. Make sure it is thoroughly clean before reinstalling.

• A fast blinking light indicates the power

supply has shut down due to arcing or short circuit. The cell should be inspected and cleaned, repaired, or replaced.

• A slow blinking light indicates the unit is

in Dry Mode.

• Clean the Truman Cell®.

• Truman Cell® may be damaged. Contact

Oreck for service.

• Sparking or popping noise (arcing) can

occur when a large particle is captured in the Truman Cell®. If the unit is arcing excessively, the cell may be dirty. Try cleaning the Truman Cell®.

Unit still does not operate properly.

Review all the above.

• If excessive arcing continues after proper

cleaning, the Truman Cell® may be damaged. If damaged, contact Oreck for service.

Contact Oreck for service.

Warranty

ORECK MANUFACTURING COMPANY: (Oreck Manufacturing Company gives you the following limited warranty for this 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 purchaser, any part that is found to be defective in material or workmanship 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 expendable or consumable parts such as lters, 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 accident, abuse, commercial use, alteration, misuse, damage caused by 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 assume or grant any other warranty obligation with the sale of this product.

Oreck’s limited warranty is valid only if you retain proof of purchase 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 arising 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, consequential 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 WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXPRESSLY DENIED.

This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

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