Oreck AirInstinct AIR109 - Air Purifier Manual

Introduction

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This product earned the ENERGY STAR® by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set bythe US EPA US EPA does not endorse any manufacturer claims of healthier indoor airfrom the use ofthis product.
The energy eticiency ofthis ENERGY STAR® qualified model is measured based on a ratio between the mode's CADR for dust and the electrical energy it consumes, or CADR/Wet.

Safety

General Warnings
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Do not operate any fan with a damaged cord or plug. Discard fan or return to an authorized service facility for examination and/or repair.
• Do not run cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord with throw rugs, runners, or similar coverings. Arrange cord away from traffic area and where it will not be tripped over.
• Only use the air purifier as described in this manual.
  Failure to do so may result in serious injury or death.
• Do not use the air purifier with a damaged cord or plug. Doing so may result in electric shock, serious injury or death. Have a qualified 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 purifier.

• 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 fire. Unplug the unit by grasping, and pulling the plug.
  Note: A polarized plug has one rounded prong and one straight prong. The rounded end goes into the longest socket slot.
  This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
  
• Do not use an extension cord.
• Do not place the air purifier near sources of heat, such as stove tops, ovens, radiators or computers.
• This equipment should be inspected frequently and collected dirt removed from it regularly to prevent excessive accumulation that may result in flashover or a risk of fire.
• Unplug or disconnect the appliance from the power supply before servicing.

Placement Warnings

• Do not use the air purifier 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 purifier in an enclosed space where flammable, combustible or explosive gases are present.
• Do not use in an area where toxic vapors, flammable 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.
• 
  Product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

• Do not place open flames, including candles, directly in front of the air purifier.
• Keep objects away from the air intake grille.

It is important to consider the following when deciding on where to locate the air purifier:

• Position the air purifier on a flat, solid, stable surface Never place the unit on soft surfaces such as a bed or sofa.
• Position the air purifier where the dirty air is not drawn across your head or body while sitting or sleeping.
• Position the air purifier so the plug on the power cord easily reaches a standard electrical outlet for a polarized plug.
• Never allow children to insert hand in lighted opening.

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Features

1. Display Panel: Air purifier controls and indicator lights.
2. Power Button: Turns the purifier On and Off.
3. AUTO On/Off Button: Automatically adjusts the fan based on the level of particles detected by the air sensor.
4. Mood Button: Turns mood lighting On and Off.
5. Speed Button: Manually sets the fan speed.
6. Speed Indicator Lights: Displays fan speed.
7. Check Filter Light: Indicates the filters may need to be replaced when lit.
8. Front Grille: Air enters here for the first stage of cleaning.
9. Mood Light/Air Indicator: Visually displays either a mood light and either a light purple, magenta, or red light based on the level of particles detected by the Air Sensor.
10. Air Sensor: Measures the level of particles passing through the sensor.

11. Handle: Use handle to move the purifier.
12. Exhaust Grille: Directs the flow of air as it exits the unit.
13. Power Cord: Plug into the outlet to begin use.
14. Pre-filter: Filters large particles such as dust, hair and lint that passes through the filter.
15. Odor Filter: Reduces odors and VOC's from the air that passes through the filter.
16. HEPA Filter: Captures 99.97% of dust, allergens, pet dander, mold and smoke at.3 microns from the air that passes through the filter.

Manual Mode

1. Press the SPEED button for the desired fan speed: Low, Medium, High, Turbo.
2. The indicator lights will show the speed. All three lights will be illuminated in Turbo Mode.

1. Press the AUTO On/Off button to set the purifier in automatic mode. In automatic mode the air purifier will self-adjust the fan speed.
2. The indicator lights will show the speed.

5. Press the MOOD button if you want the mood lamp On or Off.
   
   The MOOD button also functions as the reset button when a filter needs to be replaced. The indicator light will come on when a filter needs to be replaced.
   

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
* Filter life will vary by usage and environment.

Replacing the Filters

Always remove the protective plastic packaging from the filter before installing the filter.

Filter Reset Mode

1. The indicator light will come on when a filter may need to be replaced.^*
2. When the indicator light comes on, press the Mood Button to find out which filter needs to be replaced:
   Low Speed Light
   Indicates Odor Filter is in need of replacement
   Medium Speed Light
   Indicates HEPA Filter is in need of replacement

1. After installing a new filter replacement, press and hold the reset (MOOD) button for approximately two seconds to set reset.
   Note: If the AUTO button is pressed or twenty seconds have passed in reset mode, the reset mode is cancelled.
   

Forced Reset Mode
When you have replaced a filter before the filter replacement light is illuminated:

1. Press and hold the reset button for 1 second (forced reset).
2. Push the speed button to select the replaced filter. When both low and medium speed lights are illuminated, replace both filters.
3. To complete forced reset, press and hold the reset button for approximately 1 second.
   When the auto button is pressed or 20 seconds have passed in the forced reset mode, the forced rest mode is cancelled.

^* Filter life will vary by usage and environment.

Cleaning the Air Sensor

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.

1. Open the air sensor cover on the side of the product.
   
2. Clean the air inlet, outlet vents, and air sensor.
   
3. Wet a cotton swab lightly and clean the lens, dust inlet, and dust outlet. After cleaning, use a dry cotton swab to remove any moisture.
   
   Note: Without regular cleaning the sensor will decline in performance.

Adjusting the Air Sensor
The purifier is shipped with the air sensor set to standard sensitivity. Adjust the sensitivity of the sensor if you want the air purifier to adjust its fan setting in Auto Mode to change more frequently or less frequently.
To adjust the sensitivity of air sensor:

1. Turn the power On.
2. Press the AUTO and SPEED buttons simultaneously for one second.
3. The speed indicator blinks according to the current sensitivity of the air sensor.
4. Press the SPEED button for the desired sensitivity.
5. Press the AUTO and SPEED buttons simultaneously for one second to set the sensor.
   Note: If ten seconds have passed while in the setting mode the new setting will automatically be set.
   

Troubleshooting

Service problems that appear to be major can often be solved easily. You can be your own troubleshooter by reviewing, this guide.
All other servicing should be done by an Oreck authorized service center.