Cleaning And Maintenance; Troubleshooting Guide - Guardian AC4100 Use & Care Instructions Manual

CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
GENERAL CLEANING
Always unplug the unit before cleaning or servicing in any way.
Caution: Do NOT use gasoline, benzine, thinner, harsh cleaners, etc. on and/or in the unit while
cleaning as they will damage the product. NEVER use alcohol or other solvents.
Note: Do NOT stick any foreign objects or your fingers inside the unit.
1. Wipe the surface of the unit with a clean, dry soft cloth as needed.
2. Clean the Filter monthly with the brush of your vacuum cleaner.
3. Remove and Clean (or Replace) Filter.
a. Lift and remove the Rear Cover from the unit.
c. Separate and clean both filter layers with the brush
attachment of your vacuum cleaner to remove lint and dust.
IMPORTANT: Do NOT try to wash and re-use
the Combination Filter.
e. Reattach the Rear Cover of the unit and
securely latch into place.
IMPORTANT: Do NOT try to wash and re-use the Combination Filter. Please contact Customer
Service at 1.866.603.5900 or visit us at www.guardiantechnologies.com to purchase a replacement
filter. Replacement Combination Filter: E (FLT4100)
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b. Remove Combination Filter from unit.
Note: Pre-Filter/Charcoal is affixed to HEPA Filter with Velcro.
d. Insert Combination Filter into the unit with the HEPA
portion facing into the unit. Consult the arrow on the filter
for correct installation direction.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

PROBLEM SOLUTION
Unit does not operate. Check that the unit is plugged in.
Unit shuts off unexpectedly. Check that the unit is plugged into a working
electrical outlet.
Check that the HEPA Filter is firmly in place.
Check that the Front Cover is latched firmly in place.
Call Customer Service.
No air circulating from unit. Unplug unit. Check Pre-Filter/Charcoal and HEPA Filters.
Clean Pre-Filter/Charcoal if necessary.
Replace HEPA Filter if necessary.
Increase in noise level. Make sure the filters are clean. Replace if necessary.
An unpleasant odor is Make sure the filters are clean. Replace if necessary.
emitted from the unit.
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