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*Plasmacluster is a trademark
of Sharp Corporation.
AIR PURIFIER
with Humidifying Function
OPERATION MANUAL
Purificateur d’air à fonction
d’humidification
MANUEL D’UTILISATION
PURIFICADOR DE AIRE
Con función de humidificación
MANUAL DE OPERACIÓN
This product earned the ENERGY STAR by meet-
ing strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the US
EPA. US EPA does not endorse any manufacturer
claims of healthier indoor air from the use of this
product.
The energy efficiency of this ENERGY STAR q
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Please read before operating your new Air Purifier The air purifier draws in room air from the air intake, passes the air through a Pre- Filter, a Washable Deodorizing Filter and a True HEPA Filter inside of the unit, then discharges the air through the air outlet. The True HEPA Filter can remove 99.97% of dust particles as small as 0.3 microns that pass through the filter and also helps ab- sorb odors. The Washable Deodorizing Filter gradually absorbs odors as they pass through the filter. S
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ENGLISH FEATURES CONTENTS FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE(U.S) ......E-2 Unique Combination of Air Treatment Technologies ..... CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY(U.S) E-3 Triple Filtration System + Plasmacluster + Humidification .... FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE(CANADA) E-4 LIMITED WARRANTY(CANADA) ...........E-5 TRAPS DUST* IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...E-6 Washable pre-filter traps dust and other large airborne particles. • WARNING .................................................. E-6 DECREASES ODORS • CA
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(the United States) FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE To aid in answering questions if you call for service or for reporting loss or theft, please use the space below to record the model and serial number located on the back of the unit. MODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE Dealer Name Address City State Zip Telephone TO PHONE: Dial 1-800-BE-SHARP (237-4277) for: SERVICE (for your nearest Sharp Authorized Servicer) PARTS (for your Authorized Parts Distributor) ACCESSORIES ADDITIONAL
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(the United States) FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY FOR U.S. USERS SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants to the first consumer purchaser that this Sharp brand product (the “Product”), when shipped in its original container, will be free from defective workmanship and materials, and agrees that it will, at its option, either repair the defect or replace the defective Product or part thereof with a new or remanufac- tured equivalent at no charge to
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(Canada) FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE To aid in answering questions if you call for service or for reporting loss or theft, please use the space below to record the model and serial number located on the back side of the unit. MODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE Dealer Name Address City Province Postal Code Telephone TO PHONE: Dial 1-905-568-7140 for: SERVICE (for your nearest Sharp Authorized Servicer) PARTS (for your Authorized Parts Distributor) ACCESSORIES ADDITIONAL CUSTOME
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T H R O U G H T C S U E S B T E O H LIMITED WARRANTY (VALID IN CANADA ONLY) Consumer Electronics Products Congratulations on your purchase! Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd. (hereinafter called “Sharp”) gives the following express warranty to the first consum- er purchaser for this Sharp brand product, when shipped in its original container and sold or distributed in Canada by Sharp or by an Authorized Sharp Dealer: Sharp warrants that this product is free, under normal use and maintenance, from
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: - To reduce the risk of electrical shock, fire or injury to persons: WARNING • Read all instructions before using the unit. • Use only a 120 volt outlet. • The air purifier has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polar- ized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit into the outlet, reverse it. If it still does not f
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CAUTIONS CONCERNING OPERATION • Do not block the intake and/or air outlet. • Do not use the unit near or on hot objects, such as stoves or heaters or where it may come into contact with steam. • Always operate the unit in an upright position. • Hold the unit by using the handles on both sides when moving. Do not move when the unit is operating. • Do not operate the unit without the filters, Water Tank, and Humidifying Tray properly in- stalled. • Do not wash and reuse the True HEPA filter.
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PART NAMES ILLUSTRATIVE DIAGRAM - FRONT Air Outlet Main Unit BACK Handle(2 locations left and right) Air Outlet True HEPA Filter (white) Sensors • Dust Sensor Washable Deodorizing • Temperature / Humidity Sensor Filter (black) Tabs Tank Handle Back Panel (Pre-Filter) Water Tank (For humidifying) Humidifying Filter Filter Frame Tank Cap Float Humidifying Tray Air Inlet Power Cord Date Label (Rating Label) Plug E-8 KC-C100U_Eng_N.indd 10 07.11.7 1:22:39 PM
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MAIN UNIT DISPLAY Filter Reset Button/ Plasmacluster ON/OFF Button/ Indicator Light (red) Indicator Light (green) Power ON Button Power OFF Button Press any of the buttons to select mode and start the unit. Clean Air & Humidify MODE Button/ Light ON/OFF Button Fan Speed Button/ Quick Clean MODE Button/ Indicator Light (green) Indicator Light (green) Indicator Light (blue) Clean Air MODE Button/ Indicator Light (green) FRONT MONITOR Indicates condition and humidity of room air. DUST MONITOR Pla
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Unplug the unit before installing PREPARATION FOR USE or adjusting the filters. FILTER INSTALLATION To maintain the quality of the filters, they are packed in plastic bags and placed in the unit. Be sure to remove the filters from the plastic bags and replace the filters in the unit before initial use. Install the filters Remove the filters 2 1 Remove the Back Panel. Install the HEPA Filter. 1 1 Gently push down on the Please make sure that the True HEPA Filter tabs, then tilt and remove the
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REFILLING THE WATER TANK The unit can be used in the Clean Air Mode without putting water in the Water Tank. When using the Clean Air & Humidify Mode, or the Quick Clean Mode, the Water Tank should be filled with water. Tank Handle Remove the Water Tank by unlatching the 1 top. Water Tank Humidifying Tray Remove the Water Tank Cap and care- Water Tank 2 fully fill the Water Tank with tap water. • Change the water in the Water Tank every day with fresh tap water. Tank Cap After filling, sec
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OPERATION CLEAN AIR & HUMIDIFY MODE Use the Clean Air & Humidify Mode to quickly clean the air, reduce odors and to humidify. Fill Water Tank. (See E-11) 1 Press the CLEAN AIR & HUMIDIFY MODE 2 Button on the unit display. • If the power cord was not unplugged between uses, the unit will automatically re-start at the previously selected settings. Press the FAN SPEED Button to select the de- 3 sired fan speed. (See E-13) About Automatic Humidify Mode About the Temperature/Humidity Sensors. Th
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QUICK CLEAN MODE QUICK CLEAN Mode with humidification releases concentrated Plasmacluster ions. By re- peating strong and gentle airflow cycles, the unit effectively removes airborne dust, pollen, mold and allergens from the air drawn through the filter system. Water must be in the Water Tank when this mode is selected. The unit humidifies when there’s water in the Water Tank, and it operates without humidifying when there’s no water in it. Press the QUICK CLEAN MODE Button on the 1 display
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OPERATION LIGHTS ON/OFF Button Press this button to turn Front Panel monitor lights ON and OFF. WATER SUPPLY INDICATOR LIGHT When the Water Tank is empty, the Water Supply Indicator Light will flash to indicate that the Water Tank should be refilled. Please note the light will not flash even when the Water Tank is empty during the Clean Air Mode and the Quick Clean Mode. Sound indicator setting for water supply. In addition to the Indicator Light, the unit can be set to signal with an audi
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE To maintain optimum performance of this air purifier, please clean the unit including the sensor and filters periodically. When cleaning the unit, be sure to first unplug the power cord, and never handle the plug with wet hands. Electrical shock and/or bodily injury may occur as a result. After 720 hours of use Care Cycle FILTER INDICATOR LIGHT (30days ×24hours = 720 The Filter Indicator Light will illuminate as a reminder to perform mainte- nance of the Back Panel, Sens
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE WATER TANK Care Cycle Every day when Humidifying Tank Cap Rinse the inside of the tank by leaving a small amount Water Tank of lukewarm water inside, closing the tank cap firmly, and shaking the tank. Mild household detergents may be used to clean the inside of the tank, but detergent should be diluted and the tank should be thoroughly rinsed to remove all detergent residue. (Note the Water Tank is not dishwasher safe.) WASHABLE DEODORIZING FILTER CARE When an unpleas
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HUMIDIFYING TRAY Frequency of maintenance cycle will depend on the hardness Care Cycle 1 month of the water. Avoid spilling water when removing or cleaning the tray. Remove the Water Tank and Humidifying Tray. When Water Deposits are Difficult to Remove 1 Unlatch the Wa- Fill Humidifying Tray half- ter Tank first, then Tank Handle way with lukewarm water, 1 remove the tray. add a small amount of mild Use both hands kitchen detergent, and leave when pulling out the Water Tank Humidifying
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE HUMIDIFYING FILTER Care Cycle Once a month or when the Filter Indicator Light is on. Frequency of maintenance cycle will depend on the hardness or the impurities of the water that you use; the harder the water the more often descaling will be necessary. Pay attention not to spill water when cleaning the filter. Remove the Water Tank and Rinse the Humidifying Filter 1 Humidifying Tray. 5 repeatedly with lukewarm water to remove all the solution resi- due. Humidifying f
