Troubleshooting Checklist - Sunbeam 2575 Owner's Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKLIST

Many service problems can be solved quite easily. The chart below lists potential problems and how to correct them.
Remember, check the simple things first.
CONDITION
Unit arcs, sparks
or pops.
Machine will not
operate.
Interference with
Radio and TV
Unit is not removing
pollutants.
No longer notice
"fresh smell".
Machine still does not
operate properly.
NOTES:
1. Discoloration of aluminum collector cell plates is normal with use, even after cleaning
2. Blowing smoke directly into the front grill is not a good test for unit performance.
WHAT TO CHECK
Electronic Collecting Cell
1. Is Cell cleaned thoroughly?
Heavy deposits of tar & nico-
tine may require a stronger
cleaner such as 409 or
Fantastik
2. Is Cell completely dry?
3. Is Cell positioned properly?
4. Check for broken wires
or bent plates.
Power Cord
Electrical Outlet
Cabinet Top
Speed Selection Switch
Electrical Outlet
Electronic Collecting Cell
Speed Selection Switch
Unit
Electronic Collecting Cell
Charcoal After-Filter
Charcoal After-Filter
Recheck the above points.
WHAT TO DO
1. Clean Cell - consult cleaning instructions,
Clean wires with a Q-tip and alcohol.
2. Dry Cell; Operate unit on "FAN ONLY"
speed until Cell is completely dry.
3. Be sure Cell is positioned properly, is not in
backwards and is completely in place
(making good contact).
4. One complete wire may be removed
without affecting operation. Straighten
bent plates if possible.
Plug power cord into electrical outlet.
Check for power to the electrical outlet. Plug a
table lamp into the electrical outlet to ensure
power availability.
Cabinet Top must be replaced properly to
activate safety switch. Unit will not operate
with top removed.
Slide Switch to desired speed.
Move unit to a different location away from TV or
radio. Do not operate unit on the same electrical
outlet as TV or radio.
1. Clean Cell if dirty.
2. Be sure Cell is positioned properly and not
in backwards.
Operate unit in any position except "OFF"
and "FAN ONLY".
1. Operate unit continuously, not occasionally.
Select "DAILY USE" setting for best results.
2. Check location of unit. Be sure that intake
and exhaust areas of unit are not blocked.
1. Clean Cell; operate unit for 1 week and
clean Cell again. Notice the "dirt" washed
away from Cell.
2. Check for broken wires.
Remove plastic bag from Charcoal After-Filter.
Replace Charcoal Filter.
Return unit to Appliance Service Station,
Hattiesburg, MS, for service. See Warranty
Information on back cover for address.