Bionaire BAP600 Instruction Manual - page 3
• This may occur more frequently when the filter
is nearing the end of its useful product life and
unable to capture as many charged particles.
• Excessive amounts of pet dander, dust, or
smoke may decrease the life expectancy of
the filter(s) and interfere with the ionisation
process.
To help prevent particles from attracting to
surfaces throughout your home:
• You may want to run the ioniser less often.
• Check the condition of the filter(s) more
frequently.
CAUTION:
The ioniser in this appliance produces
less ozone than the UL* established limits of
50ppb. However, in high concentrations, ozone
can be harmful to birds and small pets. To prevent
ozone buildup, we suggest using the ioniser in well
ventilated areas with the fan on.
IMPORTANT:
Always clean the filter at the
recommended intervals (See CLEANING THE
PERMANENT HEPA-TYPE FILTER). Using the
ioniser with dirty filters may result in dirty particles
exiting the air purifier and attracting to walls,
carpets, furniture, or other household objects.
These dirty particles may prove difficult to remove.
HEPA-TYPE FILTER
The filter allows easy maintenance and eliminates
the hassle of filter replacement. HEPA-type (High
Efficiency Particulate Air) filters are designed to
remove up to 99% of airborne pollutants, at 2
microns or larger, from the air that passes through
them. These include tobacco smoke, household
dust, pet dander and pollen.
Filter Indicator
The filter indicator light eliminates guesswork by
letting you know when it is time to clean the filters.
Night Light
The Night Light offers an optimal illumination for
night time use. Press the Night Light button to
activate and de-activate the night light.
High, Medium, and Low Speed
Settings
For optimum air filtration, operate your Bionaire
TM
Air Purifier continuously on the 3 setting. Its
rugged motor has been designed to give many
years of use. For quieter operation (such as in a
bedroom), select 1 setting.
PRE-OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Carefully unpack your air purifier.
2. Select a firm, level surface with no
obstructions to the air inlets or outlets.
3. If the filter is covered by a bag when shipped,
remove plastic bag before use and place
filters into unit (See REINSTALLING THE
FILTER AFTER CLEANING).
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Important:
• Remove all plastic bags from filters before
use.
• DO NOT POINT FILTERED AIR OUTLET
TOWARDS WALL.
• DO NOT USE IONISER FOR LONG
PERIODS OF TIME AS THIS CAN CAUSE
BLACKENING OF WALLS IF THE FILTERS
ARE NOT CLEANED REGULARLY.
To operate your air purifier:
1. Plug into an electrical outlet.
2. Press the power button ( ). The air purifier
will turn onto HIGH, the power light and the
High (3) speed indicator light will illuminate
letting you know the power is on and running
at High setting. To turn the air purifier off
at any time, press the power button and all
indicator lights will go off.
3. You can then select the desired speed setting.
This air purifier has three speed settings. You
can select from HIGH (3), MEDIUM (2), or
LOW (1) by pressing the desired operating
speed control button on the control panel. The
corresponding indicator light will illuminate to
indicate which setting being selected.
4. To release negative ions into the filtered air,
press the ioniser button ( ) and the indicator
light will illuminate.
NOTE: The ioniser will not work unless the
unit is running.
5. To activate the Night Light at any speed
setting, press the night light button ( ) to
illuminate. Press the button again, the night
light will go off.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
1. Turn the air purifier off and unplug it before
cleaning.
2. The outside of the air purifier can be cleaned
with a soft, clean dampened cloth.
3. The base air inlet grill (reference Figure 2) can
be removed and washed in warm soapy water
(not dishwasher safe). Dry before replacing in
the unit.
4. The filtered air outlet can be cleaned of dust
with a small, soft brush.
5. If you wish to clean the inside filter chamber,
please only use a dry, soft cloth to wipe it
down.
WARNING: Do not allow moisture to come
in contact with the main housing of the air
purifier.
Cleaning The Permanent HEPA-
type Filter
IMPORTANT:
• If the filter is enclosed in plastic bag, remove it
before use.
NOTE:
Every few weeks, check the condition of
filter. Filter life will vary, depending on air quality
and usage. Under normal conditions of continuous
use, the HEPA-type filter will operate efficiently for
3-4 months, but we recommend regular cleaning
for optimal performance.
After approximately 4 months of operation, the
Filter Service Indicator will will illuminate (yellow
LED) to alert you to clean filter before further use.
To remove the filter for cleaning:
1. Turn off and unplug the air purifier.
2. To open and release the base air inlet grill
from the base, locate the handle at the base
grill and turn counter-clockwise until the
Unlock icon ( ) is aligned with the indicator
mark below the power cord outlet on the rear
side of the air purifier housing (see Figure 2).
3. Take out the permanent HEPA-type filter from
the unit, check the condition of the filter, and
remove for cleaning if dirty.
4. Using your vacuum cleaner, run the brush
attachment along both sides of the filter and
clean between the pleated layers (see Figure
3).
IMPORTANT: Do not use water, household
purifiers or detergents to clean the filter.
The filter may appear discolored, even after
vacuuming. This is normal and does not affect
performance in any way—a new filter is not
necessary.
REINSTALLING THE FILTER AND RESETTING
THE FILTER INDICATOR LIGHT
To reinstall the permanent filter after cleaning:
1. Install the cleaned filter into the air purifier
housing and replace the base air inlet grill.
To install the base air inlet grill back onto air
purifier housing, hold the handle at the base
grill to turn clockwise until the Lock icon
( ) is aligned with the indicator mark below
the power cord outlet on the rear side of the
air purifier housing. Ensure the base air grill
inlet is locked securely in place (see Fig. 4).
3
4
Figure 2
Air Purifier Housing
Power Cord
Base Air
Inlet Grill
Base Grill
Handle
Take out Permanent
HEPA-type Filter for
cleaning
BASE AIR INLET
GRILL (close-up)
Power Cord Outlet
Figure 3
Permanent
HEPA-type
Filter
*tested and listed by the Underwriters
Laboratories, Inc.
Figure 4
Air Purifier Housing
Base Air
Inlet Grill
Base Grill
Handle
Cleaned
Permanent
HEPA-type
Filter
Power Cord
Power Cord Outlet
BASE AIR INLET
GRILL (close-up)
Release
Lock
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