Sharp KC-6400E, KC-6500E User Manual

R

KC-6400E

KC-6500E

Free standing type

Freistehende Ausführung

KC-6400E

KC-6500E

AIR PURIFIER

	OPERATION MANUAL		ENGLISH
	LUFTREINIGER
			DEUTSCH
	BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG

*Plasmacluster is a trademark of Sharp Corporation.

ENGLISH

CONTENTS	IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS	E-2
	• WARNING ....................................................................................	E-2
	• CAUTIONS CONCERNING OPERATION..............................................	E-3
	• INSTALLATION GUIDELINES .....................................................	E-3
	• FILTER GUIDELINES ..................................................................	E-3
	PLEASE READ BEFORE OPERATING YOUR NEW AIR PURIFIER ......	E-4
	FEATURES ...........................................................................	E-5
	PART NAMES .......................................................................	E-6
	• ILLUSTRATIVE DIAGRAM ..........................................................	E-6
	• BACK ...........................................................................................	E-7
	• INCLUDED ...................................................................................	E-7
	• MAIN UNIT DISPLAY ...................................................................	E-8
	PREPARATION...................................................................	E-10
	• FILTER INSTALLATION ............................................................	E-10
	• POUR WATER INTO THE TANK ..............................................	E-12
	OPERATION .......................................................................	E-13
	• POWER ON/OFF BUTTON ......................................................	E-13
	• ION SHOWER MODE OPERATION .........................................	E-13
	• MODE SELECTION BUTTON ...................................................	E-14
	• HUMIDIFY AND CLEAN AIR MODE .............................................	E-14
	• RUNNING CLEAN AIR MODE ONLY ...........................................	E-15
	• PLASMACLUSTER ION MODE ...............................................	E-15
	• LIGHTS ON/OFF ......................................................................	E-15
	CARE AND MAINTENANCE ..............................................	E-16
	• MAIN UNIT .................................................................................	E-16
	• TANK ..........................................................................................	E-16
	• SENSORS .................................................................................	E-16
	• FILTER CLEANING ...................................................................	E-17
	• WASHABLE ACTIVE CARBON FILTER CARE ........................	E-17
	• MIST TRAY ...............................................................................	E-18
	• MIST FILTER ............................................................................	E-19
	• FILTER REPLACEMENT
	GUIDELINES ............................................................................	E-20
	TROUBLE SHOOTING.......................................................	E-21
	SPECIFICATIONS ..............................................................	E-22
	INFORMATION ON PROPER DISPOSAL .........................	E-23

DEUTSCH ENGLISH

Thank you for purchasing the SHARP Air Purifier. Please read this manual carefully for the correct usage information. Before using this product, be sure to read the section: “Important Safety Instructions.”

After reading this manual, retain it in a convenient location for future reference.

E-1

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following:

WARNING - To reduce the risk of electrical shock, fire or injury to persons:

•Read all instructions before using the unit.

•Use only a 220-240 volt outlet.

•Do not use the unit if the power cord or plug is damaged or the connection to the wall outlet is loosened.

•Periodically remove dust from the power plug.

•Do not insert fingers or foreign objects into the intake or air outlet.

•When removing the power plug, always hold the plug and never pull the cord.

Electrical shock and/or fire from short circuit may occur as a result.

•Do not remove the power plug when your hands are wet.

•Do not use this unit near gas appliances or fireplaces.

•When pouring the water into the Tank, when cleaning the unit and when not using the unit, be sure to unplug the power cord.

Electrical shock from bad insulation and/or fire from short circuit may occur as a result.

•If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, Sharp authorized Service Centre or similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

•Do not operate when using aerosol insecticides or in rooms where there is oily residue, incense, sparks from lit cigarettes, chemical fumes in the air or in very high humidity condition, such as a bathroom.

•Be cautious when cleaning the unit. Strong corrosive cleansers may damage the exterior.

•Only Sharp Authorized Service Centre should service this air purifier. Contact the nearest Service Centre for any problems, adjustments, or repairs.

•When carrying the Main Unit, please remove the Tank and MIST Tray and hold the Handles on both sides.

•Do not drink in jest the water in the MIST Tray or Tank.

It may cause illness.

•Change the Tank water every day with fresh tap water. Keep inside the Tank clean. (See Tank maintenance E-12)

Leaving water in the Tank will result in mold, bacteria, and bad odours. In rare cases, this bacteria cause harmful physical effects.

•When not in use, dispose the water in the Tank and MIST Tray. Leaving water in the Tank and MIST Tray will cause mold and bacteria.

NOTE - Radio or TV Intreference

If this air purifier should cause interference to radio or television reception, try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

•Increase the separation distance between the unit and radio/TV receiver.

•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

E-2

CAUTIONS CONCERNING OPERATION

•Do not block the intake and air outlet.

•Do not use the unit near or on hot objects, such as stoves or heaters or where it may come into contact with steam.

•Do not lay the unit down when using.

•Always hold the handles on both sides of the unit when moving it.

Holding the front panel when carrying may cause it to detach, thus dropping the unit and resulting in bodily injury.

•Do not operate the unit without the filter.

•Do not wash and reuse HEPA filter .

Not only does it not improve filter performance, it may cause electric shock or malfunction.

•Clean the exterior with a soft cloth only.

The unit surface may be damaged or cracked.

In addition, the sensors may malfunction as a result.

•The frequency of maintenance (descaling) will depend on the hardness or the impurities of the water that you use; the harder the water the more often descaling will be necessary.

INSTALLATION GUIDELINES

•During the operation of the product, please place the unit at least 2m away from equipments which involve electric wave such as televisions, radios or wave clocks, in case electrical interference occurs to such equipments.

•Avoid a location where the sensor is exposed to direct wind.

The unit may not operate properly.

•Avoid locations where curtains, etc., come into contact with the intake or air outlet.

Curtains, etc., may become dirty or a malfunction may occur.

•Avoid locations where the unit is exposed to condensation, due to drastic temperature changes.

(Use under appropriate conditions between 5 and 35˚C in the room.)

•Place on a stable surface with sufficient air circulation.

When placing the unit on a heavily carpeted area, it may cause the unit to vibrate slightly. When placing the unit on an uneven surface, the water may leak from the Tank.

•Do not install when there is generation of lampblack, such as in a kitchen, etc.

The unit surface may crack or the sensor may malfunction as a result.

•Leave about 60cm of space from the ceiling and wall.

The wall behind the air outlet may become dirty as time passes. When using the unit for extended period of time in the same location, use a vinyl sheet, etc., to prevent the wall from becoming dirty. In addition, periodically clean the wall.

FILTER GUIDELINES

• Follow the instructions in this manual for correct care and maintenance of the filters.

DEUTSCH ENGLISH

E-3

Please read before operating your new Air Purifier

The air purifier draws in room air from its air intake, lets the air pass through a Washable Active Carbon Filter (deodorization filter) and a HEPA Filter (dust collection filter) inside of the unit, then discharges the air from its air outlet. The air purifier unit repeats this process by moving its internal fan.

As air passes through, a new HEPA Filter can remove 99.97% of dust particles, of as small as 0.3 microns. The Washable Active Carbon Filter gradually absorbs odour elements as they repeatedly pass through the filter. (Odour elements are absorbed by HEPA Filter as well.)

Some odour ingredients absorbed by the filters may become separated and may be discharged through the air outlet and result in additional odour. Depending on the usage environment, especially when the product is used in a condition significantly more severe than household use, this odour may become strong in a shorter period than expected.

If the odour persists, then the filters are fully expended and it is necessary to purchase the optional replacement filter.

NOTE

•The air purifier is designed to remove air-suspended dust and odour, but not harmful gases (for example, carbon monoxide contained in cigarette smoke). If the odour sources still exist, it cannot completely remove the odour. (for example, odours from construction materials and pet odours).

•It is suggested to open the window a bit when you are smoking in order to facilitate ventilation.

Washable Active Carbon Filter

(Common illustration has used “KC-6500E”)

E-4

FEATURES

New Air Purifier with "Humidifying" ability beyond the "Two-in-one" effect

"Synergy" of humidification and Plasmacluster ion realize the more powerful deodorization and eliminating of airborne dust, mold, or microbes.

1.Simultaneously generating the Plasmacluster ions and vaporized mist realize the longer life of ions and higher performance of purification.

(Not available to get this effect from separate Humidifier and Air Purifier.)

2.Powerfully decompose and remove the airborne microbes or house dust.

3.Effectively eliminating of static electricity which tend to be caused in a dry environment.

4.Powerful deodorizing - not only the airborne odour but the adherent one which is inside of the fabric of clothes.

5.Provide the appropriate humidity in the room, and controls the activity of viruses in the dry room.

6.Usual air purifying operation is available by selecting humidify off mode.

Powerful Humidifying Ion Shower Operation

Enhanced Ion Shower operation with humidification releases concentrated Plasmacluster ions by repeating its airflow cycles between strong and gentle, effectively removes the airborne dust, pollen, mold, and allergen.

Dual Filtering System

1)Washable Active Carbon Filter

Collect the large dust particles at the surface, and absorbes odour elements. Washable to maintain optimum deodorization performance.

2)HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate Air) Filter with Microbial control.

High efficiency filter can remove the dust particles as small as 0.3 microns.

DEUTSCH ENGLISH

E-5

PART NAMES

ILLUSTRATIVE DIAGRAM

(KC-6400E)

Control Panel

(KC-6500E)

Control Panel

Air Outlet

Temperature / Humidity Sensor

Odour Sensor

HEPA Filter (white)

Washable Active Carbon Filter (black)

Main Unit

Front Panel

Air Outlet

Odour Sensor

Temperature / Humidity Sensor

Dust Sensor

Dust Sensor Filter

HEPA Filter (white)

Washable Active Carbon Filter (black)

Filter Support Main Unit

Front Panel

E-6

BACK

(KC-6400E)

Handle

(2 locations left and right)

Air Inlet

(left and right/bottom side)

Tank Handle

Tank

Tank Cap

Float

MIST Filter

MIST Tray

(KC-6500E)

Handle

(2 locations left and right)

Air Inlet

(left and right/bottom side)

Tank Handle

Tank

Tank Cap

Float

MIST Filter

MIST Tray

Air Outlet

Date Label

Power Cord

Power Plug

(Shape of plug depends on country.)

Air Outlet

Date Label

	Power Cord
	Power Plug
(Shape of plug depends on country.)
INCLUDED	• Operation manual

DEUTSCH ENGLISH

E-7

PART NAMES

MAIN UNIT DISPLAY

Plasmacluster ON/OFF Indicator Light (green)

Plasmacluster ON/OFF Button

Plasmacluster Indicator Light

Colour	Mode
Cycle of light and shade	Ion SHOWER
blue	Plasmacluster ON
Light off	Plasmacluster OFF

CLEAN-SIGN Light

Air of room

red

orange

green

Clean

the colour of CLEAN-SIGN

DETERMINING THE BASE IMPURITY RATE

Clean Air Mode

Mode Selection Button

ION S

Operation Indicator Mode

Light(green)

(Humidif

Plasmac

ION SHOWER Indicator Light (blue.green)

E-8

Humidify Mode

Mode Selection Button

HOWER

Button Operation Indicator

Light(green)

cation + uster)

MIST Filter Indicator Light (red)

Informs you when you must clean your MIST Filter.

After cleaning

Humidity Indicator Light (green)

Displays a rough measure of the current level of indoor humidity. (Inputting your preferred humidity settings is not allowed)

The unit will check the current level of humidity for one minute immediately after the power is turned ON, during which time numbers 30 - 70 flash sequentially.

MIST Filter Reset Button

The Mist Filter Indicator Light turns off.

Power ON/OFF Button

Water Supply Indicator Light (red)

Informs you when the tank needs to be refilled with water.

(Ex.) At 50% humidity

DEUTSCH ENGLISH

E-9

PREPARATION Be sure to remove the power plug from the wall outlet.

FILTER INSTALLATION

To maintain the quality of the filters, they are installed in the main unit and packed in the plastic bags. Be sure to remove the filters from the plastic bags before using the unit.

1 Remove the filters

1 Remove the Front Panel.

Push in the hooks,

then pull the Front

Panel.

Front Panel

Hook

2 Remove the Filter Support.

Push in the hooks

on top , then pull

the Filter Support.

(Only KC-6500E)

Filter Support

3 Remove the Washable Active Carbon Filter (black) and HEPA Filter (white) from the plastic bags.

HEPA Filter

Wachable Active

Carbon Filter

(At open)

The filter may sometimes discharge deodorant powder, but such discharge does not affect deodorizing performance.

2 Install the filters

1 Place the HEPA Filter within the main unit.

Please make sure that the HEPA Filter is placed in proper orientation.

Do not install the filter backwards or the unit will not operate properly.

HEPA Filter

2 Place the Washable Active Carbon Filter into the main unit.

KC-6400E

Fit the Washable Active Carbon Filter to the tab on the top of the main unit.

Fit the band to the tab facing toward you in the direction indicated by the arrow, and insert fully.

band(blue)

E-10

KC-6500E

Place the Filter Support through the bands (2 places) located at the corners of the Washable Active Carbon Filter.

Band(blue)

Filter Support

Wa s h a b l e A c t i v e

Carbon Filter

Replace the Filter Support and the Washable Active Carbon Filter back to the main unit.

Filter Support

3 Replace the Front Panel.

DEUTSCH ENGLISH

Front Panel

4 Fill in the usage start date on the Date Label.

Use the date as a guide for the Filter Replacement schedule.

Date Label

E-11

PREPARATION Be sure to remove the power plug from the wall outlet.

Pour water into the Tank

This product can be used as an air purifier without putting water in the tank.

1 Hold the tank handle and remove the tank.

2 Remove the tank cap and pour water.

• Use drinkable tap water.

(Generally speaking, tap water is sterilized with chlorine to suppress propagation of bacteria.)

• Change the tank water every day with fresh tap water.

3 After supplying water, securely tighten the tank cap.

•Check to see that there is no water leak.

•Be sure to wipe off any excess water around the tank.

•When carrying the tank, hold it with both hands so that the tank opening is facing up.

4	Mount the tank to the main unit.
	• Insert the tank cap into the dented part of the unit.

• Make sure the tank is firmly attached by pushing it in until you hear a click.

CAUTION

Tank Handle

Tank

Tank Cap

Tank

•Do not expose the unit to water. Short circuit and/or electrical shock may occur as a result.

•Do not use hot water (of 40˚C or higher), chemical agents, aromatic substances, dirty water, etc. Deformation and/or malfunction may occur as a result.

•Do not use mineral water, ionized alkaline water, well water, purified water, etc. Propagation of mold fungus and bacteria may occur as a result.

•Securely tighten the tank cap. If the tank cap is difficult to tighten, loosen the cap one full turn to properly set the cap to the tank.

Water Supply Indicator Light (red)

When the tank is dry and the water in the tray begins to dry up, the Water Supply Indicator Light will begin to flash.

Fill the tank with water.

When not operating in Humidify Mode, press the Humidify Mode Selection Button to turn the mode OFF; the Water Supply Indicator Light will turn off.

(Ex.) When water runs out during Automatic Humidify Mode

Flashing

E-12

OPERATION

		Clean Air Mode			Humidify Mode
	Plasmacluster ON/OFF	Operation Indicator	ION	Operation Indicator
	Indicator Light		SHOWER
		Mode Light		Light	Mode Selection
			Mode
		Selection
		Button	Button		Button

CLEAN-SIGN	Plasmacluster Indicator	ION SHOWER	Humidity	Power ON/OFF
Light	Light	Indicator Light	Indicator Light	Button

			POWER ON/OFF BUTTON
1			Press the POWER ON/OFF Button on the main unit.
			• Mode activates after the short "beep".
			• Unless unplug the power cord, the operation starts in the previous
			mode the unit was operated in.
			• When stop operation during ION SHOWER Operation, the unit
			will back to the prior operation of ION SHOWER Operation.
			• When the tank is dry, the Water Supply Indicator Light turns on.
			When not operating in Humidify Mode, turn the mode OFF by
			pressing the Humidify Mode Selection Button; the Water Supply
			Indicator Light will turn off.
2			Press the POWER ON/OFF Button on the main unit.
			• Mode stops running after the long "beep".

DEUTSCH ENGLISH

ION SHOWER Mode Operation Shower (Humidification + Plasmacluster Ion) Mode

When pushing the ION SHOWER Mode button, the ION SHOWER operation will be activated. (Direct start is available even when the unit is not turned on.)

The concentrated Plasmacluster Ions (ION SHOWER) will be generated in the room like a shower for 15 minutes, repeating the airflow cycles between strong and gentle. (The Plasmacluster Indicator Light repeats its colour cycles between light and shade.), and effectively controls the airborne dust, pollen, mold, and allergen.

•When the operation finishes, the unit will return to the prior operation.

•When pushing the ION SHOWER button while the ION SHOWER operation mode is working, the unit will return to the prior operation.

E-13

OPERATION

Mode Selection Button

The operation mode can be switched, and the Indicator Light will turn on.

Clean Air	Humidify
During operation	During operation

Humidify and Clean Air Mode

Use the Clean Air Mode and Humidify Mode together to quickly remove house dust floating in the air as well as eliminates odour. (for fresh air and those of saturated ones.)

During Normal Use

Clean Air : AUTO

Humidify : AUTO

4 sensors (a *Dust Sensor and an Odour Sensor for detecting impurities in the air, and Temperature/Humidity Sensors for detecting temperature and humidity) are used to automatically control airflow volume in accordance with the state of your room.

For Quiet Use at Bedtime, Etc.

Clean Air : AUTO

Humidify : LOW

2 sensors (a *Dust Sensor and an Odour Sensor for detecting impurities in the air) are used to automatically control airflow volume in accordance with the amount of impurities detected in your room, while humidifying gently and quietly in "Humidify LOW" Mode.

When Air is Dry

	Clean Air :	AUTO	2 sensors (a *Dust Sensor and an Odour Sensor for detecting
			impurities in the air) are used to automatically control airflow
	Humidify :	HIGH	volume in accordance with the amount of impurities detected in
			your room, humidifying vigorously in "Humidify HIGH" Mode.
			(Operation noise increases)
					* Only KC-6500E is equipped with the Dust sensor.
	About Automatic Humidify Mode						When operating Clean Air
	The Temperature/Humidity						Mode and Humidify Mode
							together, Humidify Mode
	Sensors control humidity
							takes priority.
	automatically in accordance
	with changes in room
	temperature.

*Depending on the size and dryness of your room, humidity may not reach 55 - 65%. In such cases, it is recommended to operate in "Humidify HIGH" Mode.

E-14