Guardian AP5800 - Germ Guardian High Performance Air Purifier with HEPA Filter & Air Quality Sensor Manual

SPECIFICATIONS

Air Purifying System with HEPA Filter

CONTROL PANEL

AIR CLEANING SYSTEM

Improve your indoor air quality with your new Germ guardian Air Purifier. The HEPA filter captures allergens and includes a charcoal filter layer to help reduce household odors.

The air purifier is shipped with the filter stored in the filter compartment. The filter is shipped in a bag to prevent degradation. Before using, remove and discard bag.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

The air purifier is shipped with the filter stored in the filter compartment.
The filter is shipped in a bag to prevent degradation. Before using, remove and discard bag.

BEFORE OPERATING THE AIR PURIFIER

1. Select a firm, level and flat location for the air purifier.
   • For proper air flow, locate the unit at least 1 foot from any wall or furniture.
   • Make sure none of the grills are blocked.
2. Plug the power cord into a 120V AC outlet. An audible chime will sound when plugged in.

OPERATING THE AIR PURIFIER

1. Turn unit power ON by pressing the ON/OFF control.
   
   Note: The first time the unit is plugged in and powered on, the air quality sensor will take a few minutes to calibrate.
2. Fan Speed – press SPEED and select speed level 1-4. The fan speed will light on the display.
   
3. Auto Mode – press AUTO and an "A" will light on the display. When in AUTO the fan speed will change depending on the air quality level in the room. See AQM chart. To exit AUTO mode, press AUTO control. Pressing on/off, speed or sleep controls will also exit AUTO mode.
   
4. Timer – The hours will light on the front display for 10 seconds then return to the PM2.5 numbers. The product will turn off and enter stand by-mode once the timer expires. Select if you prefer to run the purifier for a specific number of hours. Press timer control and continue to press to select between 1 and 10 hours. The hours will light on the display. To cancel timer, toggle through the hours until the feature is turned off or hold the timer button for 3 seconds.
   
5. Sleep Mode – Press Sleep control to turn display lights on/off. When selected the sleep light will dim, the other lights on the display will turn off and the purifier will run in low speed. Press any control to wake up the unit and exit Sleep mode.
   
6. Child Lock – Press and hold SPEED & AUTO controls for 3 seconds to lock control panel so controls cannot be adjusted. The lock icon will light on the display. If other controls are pressed while locked, the Child Lock indicator will blink. To unlock, hold the SPEED & AUTO controls again for 3 seconds.
   
7. Filter Reset Indicator flashes to indicate it is time to change the filter. Replace the filter according to the instructions. Press and hold AUTO & SLEEP controls for approximately 3 seconds, the unit will beep before flashing indicator stops.
   

AIR QUALITY MONITOR

Air Quality Monitor senses and detects the amount of particulate matter (PM2.5) in the air.
The light circle around the display will change colors, indicating the air quality level in the room. The particulate matter numeric value (AQI) will be displayed. See values and status ranges in chart below.
Also listed are the color values displayed in the circle and the fan speed "AUTO" mode will select based on the particulate matter that is detected.

RESETTING THE AIR PURIFIER

The air purifier is equipped with a motor protection circuit. If activated, the overload warning will initiate and cut off the power. An audible warning "chime" will sound for 60 seconds and the AQM light will flash red. To restart the unit, unplug the unit for 10 minutes, then plug back in and power on.

FILTER REPLACEMENT

The filter reset indicator light will flash when it is time to replace your filter. Depending on usage and environmental conditions the filter will last approximately 6 months. The inside pleats of the filter will turn from white to grey when it is dirty and needs replacing. It is important to maintain and change the filter to continue to optimize the performance of the air purifier.

Do NOT wash and re-use the filter. Please contact Customer Service or visit our website www.guardiantechnologies.com to purchase a replacement filter. Use only Genuine Guardian Technologies replacement parts to optimize the performance of your air purifier.

REMOVE AND REPLACE FILTER

1. Turn off and unplug the unit.
2. Turn unit upside down on a flat sturdy surface.
3. Pull handle on bottom panel and remove panel from unit.
   
4. Remove filter and disregard. Place new filter into air purifying unit.
   
5. Return bottom panel, first insert the panel hooks then close.
   
   
   Make sure filter is installed and bottom panel is closed properly, otherwise unit will not function.

RESET THE FILTER LIGHT by holding the AUTO and SLEEP controls for 3 seconds.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

Check out our AutoShip&Save Filter Replacement Program™ www.guardiantechnologies.com

To maintain performance of the air cleaner, use Guardian Technologies GENUINE Replacement Parts only. To purchase visit our website www.guardiantechnologies.com.

CLEANING & MAINTENANCE

CLEANING

• Always unplug the appliance before you clean it.
• Never immerse the appliance in water or any other liquid.
• Never use aggressive or flammable cleaning agents such as bleach or alcohol to clean any part of the appliance.

BODY OF THE APPLIANCE

Regularly clean the inside and outside of the body to prevent dust from collecting.

1. Wipe away dust with a soft dry cloth from the body of the appliance.
2. Clean the air inlet and the air outlet with a soft dry cloth.

PRE-FILTER SCREEN

The pre-filter/charcoal layer collects larger dust and debris and should be cleaned monthly or more frequently depending on use. Remove and clean regularly with the brush attachment of your vacuum cleaner. This will remove the lint and dirt and help maintain the life of the filter. (See filter replacement to locate and clean or remove the filter).
Replacement pre-filters are available by visiting our website at www.guardiantechnologies.com.

Note: Do NOT stick any foreign objects or your fingers inside the unit.

Do NOT use gasoline, benzene, thinner, harsh cleaners, etc. on and/or in the unit while cleaning as they will damage the products. NEVER use alcohol or other solvents.

What is CADR?
CADR stands for "Clean Air Delivery Rate," which indicates the volume of filtered air delivered by an air purifier. CADR ratings show the effectiveness of how efficient the air purifier is at capturing fine particles from things like tobacco smoke and plant pollens from the room.

Clean Air Delivery Rate
From air cleaner to air cleaner, compare the CADR numbers. First look at suggested room size. Then refer to the Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR) numbers. The higher the number, the faster the unit filters the air.
Refer to website for individual model CADR numbers.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

WARNINGS

Failure to comply with the warnings listed below may result in electric shock or serious injury.
This product should be used only in accordance with the specifications outlined in this manual. Usage other than what has been specified here may result in serious injury.
When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following:

• Read all instructions before using appliance.
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  To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not use with an extension cord.
• To avoid fire or shock hazard, plug the appliance directly into a 120V AC electrical outlet.
• Keep the cord out of heavy traffic areas. To avoid fire hazard, NEVER put the cord under rugs, near heat registers, radiator, stoves or heaters.
• To protect against electrical hazards, DO NOT immerse in water or other liquids. Do not use near water.
• Children cannot recognize the hazards associated with the usage of electrical appliances. For this reason, always supervise children when they are near the unit.
• Always unplug the air purifier before moving it, opening the grill, changing filters, cleaning or whenever the air purifier is not in use. Be sure to pull by the plug and not the cord.
• NEVER drop or insert any object into any openings.
• DO NOT run cord under carpeting.
• DO NOT cover cord with throw rugs, runners, or similar coverings.
• DO NOT route cord under furniture or appliances. Arrange cord away from traffic area and where it will not be tripped over.
• DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, if motor fan fails to rotate, after the appliance malfunctions, or if it has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Call Customer Service for assistance.
• Use appliance only for intended household use as described in this manual. Any other use not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury to persons.
• DO NOT use outdoors.
• DO NOT place anything on top of unit.
• NEVER block the air openings, grills/outlets or place on a soft surface such as a bed or sofa, as this could cause the unit to tip over, blocking the air intake or outtake opening.
• DO NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical functions on this unit. Doing so will void your warranty. The inside of the unit contains no user serviceable parts. All servicing should be performed by qualified personnel only.
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  To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not use this purifier with any solid-state speed control device.
• Always unplug the unit before before cleaning or servicing in any way.
• 
  Do NOT use gasoline, benzene, thinner, harsh cleaners, etc. on and/or in the unit while cleaning as they will damage the product. NEVER use alcohol or other solvents.

THIS EQUIPMENT SHOULD BE INSPECTED AND CLEANED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS ON A REGULAR BASIS TO PREVENT EXCESSIVE ACCUMULATION OF DUST PARTICLES THAT CAN RESULT IN FLASHOVER OR A RISK OF FIRE.

Cancer and Reproductive Harm.
For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

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