Levoit LV-H133 - Tower True HEPA Air Purifier Manual

Package Contents

1 x Air Purifier
1 x True HEPA Combination Filter (Pre-Installed)
1 x User Manual

Specifications

General Safety

• Only use your air purifier as described in this manual.
• Do not use your air purifier outdoors.
• Keep your air purifier away from water, and wet or damp areas. Never place in water or other liquids.
• Keep your air purifier away from heat sources.
• Do not use where combustible gases, vapors, metallic dust, aerosol (spray) products, or fumes from industrial oil are present.
• Keep 5 ft / 1.5 m away from where oxygen is being administered.
• Supervise children when they are near the air purifier.
• Do not place anything into any opening on the air purifier.
• Do not sit or place heavy objects on the air purifier.
• Keep the inside of the air purifier dry. To prevent moisture buildup, avoid placing in rooms with major temperature changes.
• Always unplug your air purifier before servicing (for example, changing the filter).
• Do not use your air purifier if it is damaged or not working correctly, or if the cord or plug is damaged. Do not to repair it yourself. Contact Customer Support.
• 
  Do not use this air purifier with solid-state speed controls (such as a dimmer switch).
• Not for commercial use. Household use only.

Plug & Cord

• Keep the air purifier near the outlet it is plugged into.
• Never place the cord near any heat source.
• Do not cover the cord with a rug, carpet, or other covering. Do not place the cord under furniture or appliances.
• Keep the cord out of areas where people walk often. Place the cord where it will not be tripped over.
• Your air purifier has a polarized plug (one prong is wider than the other), which fits into a polarized outlet only one way. This is a safety feature to reduce the risk of electric shock. If the plug does not fit, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, do not use the plug in that outlet. Do not bypass this safety feature.

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR AIR PURIFIER

Function Diagram

1. LED Display / Control Panel
2. Air Outlet
3. Housing
4. Power Cord
5. Air Intake (triangles at the bottom)
6. Air Quality Sensor
7. Air Quality Sensor Cover
8. Filter
9. Filter Cover

LED Display

1. Fan Speed Button
2. Auto Mode Button
3. Sleep Mode Button
4. Display Off Button
5. Check Filter Indicator
6. Timer Button
7. On/Off Button
8. Air Quality Indicator
9. Timer Display
10. Fan Speed Indicator

CONTROLS

	On/Off Button Turns the air purifier on/off.
	Fan Speed Button Cycles through fan speeds: low, medium, and high.
	Auto Mode Button Turns Auto Mode on/off.
	Sleep Mode Button Turns Sleep Mode on/off.
	Display Off Button Turns the display off. Press any button (except ) to turn the display back on.
	Check Filter Indicator Lights up red to remind you to check the filter.
	Timer Button Sets the timer.

Fan Speed Chart

Fan Speed Indicator	Fan Speed
	Low
	Medium
	High

GETTING STARTED

1. Remove the filter cover. Pull the filter from the housing. [Figure 1.1]
   
2. Take the filter out of its plastic packaging, then reinstall it into the housing. Make sure the pull tabs on the filter are facing out. [Figure 1.2]
   
3. Replace the filter cover by lining up the cover's feet with the slots in the bottom of the housing. [Figure 1.3]
   
4. Push the cover securely closed. [Figure 1.4]
   

Note:

• If you are not planning to use the air purifier for a long period of time, keep the filter clean by leaving it inside its plastic packaging until it is ready to be used.

USING YOUR AIR PURIFIER

General Operation

1. Place the air purifier on a level surface. [Figure 2.1] Leave 15 in / 38 cm of clearance on all sides of the purifier. [Figure 2.2]
   
2. Plug in. Tap to turn on the air purifier. The fan will start automatically.
3. Optionally, tap to change fan speed. You can also select Auto Mode or Sleep Mode, or set a timer.
   1. For best results, or to address a specific air quality issue such as smoke, run the air purifier at high speed for 15–20 minutes before using a lower speed or Auto Mode.
   2. To effectively clean air, keep windows and doors closed while the air purifier is on.
4. Tap to turn off the air purifier.

Auto Mode

Auto Mode adjusts the fan speed automatically based on air quality. For example, if the air quality is bad, the fan will be set to high speed.

• Tap to turn Auto Mode on/off.
• Tapping or will also exit Auto Mode.

Air Quality Indicator

This indicator uses an automatic sensor to display the air quality. This sensor uses an infrared light to detect airborne particles The air purifier will take 30 seconds to detect the air quality each time it is turned on. During this time, the air quality indicator color will be blue. After 30 seconds, the air quality indicator color will change based on the detected air quality.

Sleep Mode

Sleep Mode uses the lowest possible fan speed to operate quietly.

• Tap to turn Sleep Mode on/off.
• Tapping or will also exit Sleep Mode.

Timer

You can set a timer between 1–12 hours.

1. Tap repeatedly (or press and hold ) to set a time.
2. Once you choose a time, the timer will flash 5 times and start counting down.
3. The air purifier will automatically power off once the timer is finished.
4. To cancel a timer, tap repeatedly until the timer reads "- - - -". The timer will flash 5 times to confirm cancellation.

Note:

• You can change the fan speed at any time while the timer is counting down. The timer will work with any mode.
• Pressing or unplugging the air purifier will cancel the timer.

Memory Function

The air purifier will remember its programmed settings while turned off and resume those settings when turned back on. The air purifier must remain plugged in for the memory function to work.

Note: The air purifier will not remember timers.

ABOUT THE FILTER

The True HEPA Combination Filter uses a 3-stage filtration system to purify air.

1. Nylon Pre-Filter
   • Captures large particles such as dust, lint, fibers, hair, and pet fur.
   • Maximizes the life of the True HEPA Filter by protecting it.
2. True HEPA Filter
   • Removes at least 99.97% of airborne particles 0.3 micrometers (µm) in diameter.
   • Filters small particles such as mold spores, tiny dust particles, parts of smoke, and allergens such as pollen, dander, and mites.
3. High-Efficiency Activated Carbon Filter
   • Physically adsorbs smoke, odors, and fumes.
   • Filters compounds such as formaldehyde, benzene, ammonia, hydrogen sulfide, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs).

CARE & MAINTENANCE

Cleaning the Air Purifier

1. Wipe the outside of the air purifier with a dry cloth. Do not clean with water or any other liquid, to avoid risk of electric shock.
2. Clean the outside of the filter with a brush or vacuum hose each month to prevent buildup of hair or dust. Do not clean the filter with water or other liquids.

Cleaning the Air Quality Sensor

If the air quality sensor is blocked by accumulated dust, the air quality indicator may not work correctly.

1. Unplug the air purifier.
2. Open the sensor cover.
3. Clean the sensor lens with a damp cotton swab. [Figure 3.1]
   
4. Dry the sensor lens with a dry cotton swab.
5. Close the sensor cover.

Check Filter Indicator

will light up as a reminder to check the filter. The indicator is automatic. You may not need to change your filter yet, but you should check it when lights up.

Resetting the Check Filter Indicator

Reset the Check Filter Indicator when:

• lights up.
  1. Replace the filter.
  2. Turn on the air purifier.
  3. Press and hold for 3 seconds.
  4. The light will turn off after the filter indicator is successfully reset.
• The filter was changed before lit up.
  1. Press and hold for 3 seconds until lights up.
  2. Press and hold again for 3 seconds.
  3. The light will turn off after the filter indicator is successfully reset.

Storage

If not using the air purifier for an extended period of time, wrap the filter in plastic packaging and store in a dry place to avoid moisture damage.

When Should I Replace the Filter

The filter should be replaced every 6–8 months. You may need to replace your filter earlier or later depending on how often you use your air purifier. Using your air purifier in an environment with relatively high pollution may mean you will need to change the filter more often, even if is off.

You may need to replace your filter if you notice:

• Increased noise when the air purifier is on
• Decreased airflow
• Unusual odors
• A visibly clogged filter

Note: To maintain the performance of your air purifier, only use official Levoit filters. To buy replacement filters, visit Levoit's online store. Go to levoit.com for more information.

Replacing the Filter

1. Unplug the air purifier, then remove the filter cover. [Figure 4.1]
   
2. Remove the old filter. [Figure 4.2]
   
3. Clean any dust or dirt from inside the housing. [Figure 4.3]
   
4. Unwrap the new filter and place it into the housing. Make sure the pull tabs are facing out. [Figure 4.4]
   
5. Replace the filter cover onto the housing. [Figure 4.5]
   
6. Plug in and turn on the air purifier. Press and hold for 3 seconds to reset it.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem	Possible Solution
Air purifier will not turn on or respond to button controls.	Plug in the air purifier.
	Check to see if the power cord is damaged. If it is, stop using the air purifier and contact Customer Support.
	Plug the air purifier into a different outlet.
	Air purifier may be malfunctioning. Contact Customer Support.
Air purifier makes an unusual noise when the fan is on.	Make sure the filter is properly in place with plastic packaging removed.
	Replace the filter.
	Air purifier may be damaged, or a foreign object may be inside. Stop using the air purifier and contact Customer Support. Do not try to repair the air purifier.
Airflow is significantly reduced.	Make sure the filter's plastic packaging is removed.
	Tap to increase the fan speed.
	Leave at least 15 in / 38 cm of clearance on all sides of the air purifier.
	Replace the filter.
Poor air purification quality.	Tap to increase the fan speed.
	Make sure no objects are blocking the top or sides of the air purifier for proper airflow.
	Close doors and windows while running the air purifier.
	Make sure the filter is removed from its plastic packaging and properly in place.
	Make sure the room is smaller than ≤ 442 ft² / 41 m². The air purifier may not be as effective in larger rooms.
	Replace the filter.
The air purifier is producing an unpleasant odor.	Replace the filter.
	Make sure that the air purifier is in a room where the relative humidity is less than 85% RH. Higher humidity levels may cause mildew to grow on the filter.
is still illuminated after replacing the filter.	Reset .
has not turned on within 8 months.	is a reminder for you to check the filter and will light up based on how much the air purifier has been used. If you don't use your air purifier often, will take longer to turn on.
turned on before 6 months.	is a reminder for you to check the filter and will light up based on how much the air purifier has been used. If you run your air purifier frequently, will turn on sooner.

If your problem is not listed, please contact Customer Support.