Chapter 7: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FCC Statement – Class B Digital Device Features and Controls Setting Up the Cartridge Chapter 2: About AirQ 380/580 Programming the Appliance Chapter 3: Unpacking Using the Online USB Programming Tool Chapter 4: MOVING AND STORAGE...
If there is any doubt as to whether an outlet box is properly grounded, a qualified electrician should be consulted. • It is recommended that the user remove the appliance from the wall to test and reset the GFCI outlet on a regular basis. AirQ 380/580 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...
Fragrance Cartridge Precautions • Use only AirQ by Prolitec fragrance cartridges. • Read the Consumer Product Safety Information Sheet and the Material Safety Data Sheet provided with each shipment of Cartridges. Insure that these information sheets are available for review by employees.
About AirQ 380/580 Welcome to a whole new world of air treatment from Prolitec, the technology leader in air care with scent. The AQ380 and AQ580 appliances are the most advanced commercial air-treatment systems on the market today. It is the world’s first fully adjustable commercial air-treatment system engineered to serve indoor spaces.
Remove the appliance from the container. The following items should be included: 1. AQ580 or AQ380 Appliance 2. Power Supply 3. Key 4. Mounting Hardware 5. Output-extension tube (to be used out of the top port only, if needed) AirQ 380/580 Unpacking...
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2. Unscrew and remove the long round-head screws in the lower corners. 3. Lift the appliance upward, off the mounting posts. 4. Unplug the appliance. 5. Unscrew the mounting plate. 6. Store at -4°F (-20°C) to 158°F (70°C), 5% to 95% humidity AirQ 380/580 MOVING AND STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS...
AQ380 and AQ580 can be adjusted from 1 to 50 to accommodate these variations. Colors AQ380 and AQ580 come standard in black or white, and can be special ordered in any color. Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Fig. 3 Fig. 4 AirQ 380/580 Installation...
These settings are suggested as a starting point. Start on the lower end of the range and adjust after one hour. Fragrance type, room size, number of fresh air changes per hour, temperature, humidity and user preference will determine the final setting. Best practice is to use AirQ’s ‘S4 Tool’ at AirQ Tools. AirQ 380/580 Installation...
These settings are suggested as a starting point. Start on the lower end of the range and adjust after one hour. Fragrance type, room size, number of fresh air changes per hour, temperature, humidity and user preference will determine the final setting. Best practice is to use AirQ’s ‘S4 Tool’ at AirQ Tools. AirQ 380/580 Installation...
AQ380 or AQ580 can use, rather than fight, the natural air currents in a room. 2. Air currents in a room are determined by using a SMOKE TEST KIT available from Prolitec or any source of smoke or vapor, such as a candle or match.
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While holding the bracket level, use a pointy tool, screw or screwdriver to mark the location of the top two wall anchors. Check again with the level to ensure the bracket is horizontal. AirQ 380/580 Installation...
Step 6 – Drilling the Bottom Anchor Holes Drill a 1/8” hole as the guide for the anchors at the exact spot you have marked. Hammer the anchors in just enough to set them in place, then screw them in straight. AirQ 380/580 Installation...
Step 10 – Mounting the Appliance in Place Now unlock and open the door and insert the long round-head screws into the holes in the lower corners and into the anchors. Tighten the screws firmly. AirQ 380/580 Installation...
1. Unpack the appliance as normal, but do not plug it in yet. 2. Remove the extra labels from the Scenxus module. 3. Adhere the remaining ScenXus label inside the appliance door, adjacent to the serial number, and take a photograph. AirQ 380/580 ScenXus Installation...
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5. While remaining in the approximate installation location of the appliance, open “settings” on your smart phone and locate “Wi-Fi settings.” 6. Under “Wi-Fi settings,” make sure you see the network that will provide ScenXus internet access. AirQ 380/580 ScenXus Installation...
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8. Power on the appliance and look for the firmware on the display. 9. The network icon will blink 10. Refresh the list of Wi-Fi networks on the phone until you see a network titled “ScenXus...” AirQ 380/580 ScenXus Installation...
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14. Wait as your smart phone disconnects from ScenXus, ScenXus connects to the router, and the router connects to the internet. When ScenXus is connected to the cloud, you’ll see the message: “connection complete.” 15. The network icon should stop flashing and Wi-Fi signal strength should appear AirQ 380/580 Chapter 5 ScenXus Installation...
Be sure to check your junk and spam folders. 2. On your iPad or Laptop, go to scenxus.com and sign in using your email address and the aforementioned token. 3. Depending on your account, you will see a slightly different version of this homepage. AirQ 380/580 ScenXus Installation...
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5. Go to the “Monitor/Control” page and adjust the appliance options and settings as needed. 6. For complex programming, navigate to the SD card programming tool on airqtools.com and download the schedule.txt file to your laptop. 7. Upload the schedule.txt file to the appliance via the “Monitor/Control” page at scenxus.com. AirQ 380/580 ScenXus Installation...
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Internet Explorer relies heavily on cached data, meaning that changes may have been sent to the cloud, but your browser may still show old values. There are settings to prevent this behavior, and other browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, etc.) do not have this issue. AirQ 380/580 ScenXus Installation...
Output Port MUST REMAIN PLUGGED for the cartridge to operate in track light-mounted installations. If use of the front output port creates condensation on the door, then switch to the Top Output Port. See the section about Track Light-Mounted cartridge concerns. AirQ 380/580 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS...
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After inserting the cartridge, insert the metal tube into the cartridge through the port on the top of the appliance. Remove tube when changing cartridge. If the appliance has been previously programmed (see Programming the Appliance), press so the backlight turns on, close and lock the door. AirQ 380/580 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS...
F”) using • Adjust the status between on (“ ”) and “off” (“ • Press to set the status and the intensity will blink. • Adjust the intensity up or down using AirQ 380/580 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS...
Each program set can contain 21 unique programs, which can be turned on or off within the set. • Programs, identified by number 1-21, include a day or days, on/off times, and intensity settings. • The tool will warn the user of overlapping programs. AirQ 380/580 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS...
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9. Be sure that the power is on and the appliance is in RUN PROGRAM mode prior to closing and locking the door. Programming the appliance from a USB stick 1. Copy schedule.txt to a USB stick. 2. Insert the USB stick. AirQ 380/580 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS...
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8. Be sure that the power is on and the appliance is in RUN PROGRAM mode prior to closing and locking the door. 9. The new file created on the USB stick will be called “outsche.txt.” Changing it to “schedule.txt” allows the programs to be loaded on another appliance. AirQ 380/580 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS...
The Last Step 1. Set the appliance to either 24/7 or RUN PROGRAM. 2. Make sure the power is on. 3. Close and lock the door, storing the key in a known place. AirQ 380/580 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS...
Remember to keep the Front OUTPUT Port plugged. The Plume Dispersion Fan speed can be adjusted through the options mode. There are five settings, and the fan can be turned off. AirQ 380/580 Plume DIspersion Fan USER MAINTENANCE...
Service At each service, check the door for any evidence of fragrance condensation. If there is condensation, clean it thoroughly with alcohol. Adjust the machine orientation according to the solution above. AirQ 380/580 Special Concerns for Track Light Mounted Appliances...
1. Unlock and open the door. 2. Turn off the power by pressing the power button. 3. Remove the tubing from the Top Output Port. Inspect the O-rings on the air stem for breakage or deterioration. Replace as needed. AirQ 380/580 USER MAINTENANCE...
If no plume, set it back to RUN PROGRAM and change the cartridge. • If still no plume, try another cartridge just to make sure. If no plume, replace the appliance. (See Changing an Appliance below). • Wipe the unit clean inside and out. AirQ 380/580 USER MAINTENANCE...
2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, unscrew the two bottom screws on the lower left and right corners. Keeping the appliance flush with the wall, slide it up to unlock the top holders and remove the appliance. Leave the mounting bracket in place. Install a new appliance by reversing Step 3. AirQ 380/580 USER MAINTENANCE...
When shipping, pack in the original box and place it in an outer cardboard box. • Always keep the plugs in cartridges when not in use. Always remove the cartridge from the appliance before moving it anywhere. Otherwise leakage can occur, destroy the unit and the warranty is voided. AirQ 380/580 USER MAINTENANCE...
There are four basic applications for AQ380 and AQ580: ambient scenting, product marketing, odor control and aromatherapy. These applications are different in terms of their objectives, but they all employ the same combination of Prolitec’s proprietary air-treatment chemistry and AQ380/580 computer-controlled delivery system.
AQ380/580 and Prolitec’s proprietary odor-remediation chemistry are capable of blocking the human ability to detect most malodors and replacing these odors with pleasant scents. Prolitec’s proprietary air-treatment chemistry and the accompanying computer-controlled delivery system are rapidly becoming the standard solution for difficult odor issues in several industry sectors.
The benefits include reduced errors in routine functions, increased employee sense of well being, higher morale, improved customer service and overall improved productivity. AQ380/580 and Prolitec aromatherapy chemistry can help make a workspace a more comfortable and appealing place to be. As examples of the positive effect of aromatherapy on the workplace, below are results of several relevant studies: •...
How about safety? Is AQ380/580 safe to use with children and pets? When used as directed, AQ380/580 is the safest air freshener available. Of course, it is important to read the Material Safety Data Sheets enclosed with each cartridge, which should be stored in a secure, visible location. AirQ 380/580 FAQs...
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If there is a drip, blot it as quickly as possible and then clean with soap and water. Are there special concerns for Track Light-mounted appliances? Yes. See the section in this manual IMPORTANT Never situate an AQ380/580 on a horizontal surface without the proper Table Top accessory kit, otherwise spills may occur. AirQ 380/580 FAQs...
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