Kenmore 1200e Series, PM2010 - Air Purifier with SilentClean HEPA Technology Manual

PACKING LIST

Your KENMORE AIR PURIFIER is packaged with the following parts and components assembled separately in the carton:
1 Air Purifier
1 Power Adapter
2 Composite Filters (Pre-installed)
1 Use & Care Guide

PARTS AND FEATURES

It is important to know your air purifier's parts and features to ensure its proper and safe use. Review these before using your air purifier.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

To order a replacement part, call 1-877-531-7321 (US) / 1-844-608-3081 (CA) or order from www.kenmorefloorcare.com.

DISPLAY SCREEN

NOTE: The pre-filter, HEPA filter, and activated carbon filter are combined in the composite filter.

• Pre-filter: Intercept hair, fiber fleece, large particles, dander, etc.
• High Efficiency HEPA Filter: Filter out particles as small as 0.3 microns, such as PM2.5, smoke, pollen, mites, etc.
• Activated Carbon Filter: Purify gaseous harmful pollutants.

Please pay special attention to these hazard alert boxes, and follow any instructions given. WARNING statements alert you to such hazards as fire, electric shock, burns and personal injury. CAUTION statements alert you to such hazards as personal injury and/or property damage.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Before assembling the air purifier, check the PACKING LIST. Use this list to verify that you have received all the components of your new Kenmore air purifier.

Electrical Shock Hazard
DO NOT plug into electrical supply until assembly is complete. Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or injury. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not expose to rain.

The included filters are placed inside the air purifier. Make sure the plastic packaging on the filters are removed and the filters are installed correctly before use.

1. Flip the air purifier over. Twist the filter cover knob counterclockwise and remove it.
   
2. Remove all plastic packaging from the filters and place the filters back into the air purifier.
   
   NOTE: Make sure "PULL TABS SHOULD FACE INWARD".
   
3. Replace the filter cover and twist the konb clockwise to lock.
   
4. Insert the power adapter into the power port on the back of air purifier.
   

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

USING THE AIR PURIFIER

1. When using the air purifier, keep it away from anything that would block airflow, such as curtains.
2. Plug the power adapter into the outlet. When powered on, a "Ding" sound will be heard and ON/OFF button will turn red. The air purifier is in the standby state.
3. Tap to turn on the air purifier. The ON/OFF button will turn white and the display screen lights up. The air purifier will default to AUTO mode and the fan speed is in level III.
4. To turn off the air purifier, tap the ON/ OFF Button again. A "Ding" sound will be heard. The ON/OFF button will turn red and the display screen turns off. The air purifier enters into the standby state. Unplug the power cord plug from the outlet if necessary.

CONTROLS & DISPLAY

ON/OFF Button
Tap to turn on/off the air purifier.

• In the standby state, ON/OFF button is red. Tap the button to turn on the air purifier, a "Ding" sound will be heard. The air purifier will default to AUTO mode and the AUTO mode indicator light is on. Meanwhile, the air purifier operates in the 3^rd fan speed setting in AUTO mode before it detects the PM2.5 quality index. In the process of the PM2.5 sensor initialization, the PM2.5 index shows "---" on the display screen and the air quality indicator light shows green.
• When the PM2.5 sensor completes selfdetection, the air quality indicator light will vary depending on the air quality. Please see REAL-TIME DISPLAY OF AIR QUALITY below.
  REAL-TIME DISPLAY OF AIR QUALITY

  PM2.5 Value	Air Quality	Air Quality Indicator Color	Fan Speed
  000-012	Very Good	Green	1
  013-035	Good	Blue	2
  036-055	Fair	Orange	3
  056+	Poor	Red	4

• After the air purifier completes initialization, the PM2.5 particle value will be displayed on the screen. The fan speed will change based on the air quality when in AUTO mode.
• In the working state, tapping will turn off the air purifier. The air purifier enters into the standby state.

MODE Button & Mode Indicator Lights

• Tapping the Mode button will switch the air purifier into: AUTO mode → SLEEP mode → Manual mode → AUTO mode. The corresponding light will illuminate to indicate the mode.

AUTO mode:

• In the working state, tapping the Mode button will switch the air purifier to Auto mode. The AUTO mode indicator will illuminate. The air purifier will automatically adjust to the corresponding fan speed according to the PM2.5 particle value detected by the internal sensor.

SLEEP mode:

• In the working state, after switching to sleep mode by tapping the Mode button, the fan will run at the lowest fan speed.
• The sleep mode indicator will illuminate, and the display screen is off. After 10 seconds, the sleep mode indicator will turn off.
• In sleep mode, tapping any button will wake up the air purifier.

MANUAL mode:

• In the working state, tapping the Mode button will switch the air purifier to manual mode. The manual mode's corresponding indicator light will illuminate. Fan speed can be adjusted manually using the Fan Speed button.
  NOTE: When you want to switch the air purifier from sleep mode to manual mode, after the unit is woke up from sleep mode, be sure to push the Mode button within 10 seconds of the air purifier being woke up.

Fan Speed Button

• Tap the Fan Speed button to cycle the air purifier through the 5 fan speeds. The fan speed will show on the display screen.
• Tap the Fan Speed button while the air purifier is in AUTO Mode or SLEEP Mode and the air purifier will exit that mode.

Timer Button

• In the working state, tap the Timer Button once, the current time status will be shown on the display screen. If there is no timer set, "00" will be shown on the display screen. If there is a timer, the remaining time of the current timer will display in 1 hour increments.
  NOTE: When the remaining time is less than 1 hour, the screen displays minutes, e.g. 59.
• Timer will lock in the current setting for 1-12 hours. After the time is completed, the air purifier will automatically turn off.
• Each tap on the Timer button will switch the screen to the timer display from the current setting. If you don't continue to tap within 3 seconds, it will switch back to the PM2.5 value display. If you continue to tap within 3 seconds, it will enter the timer state and add to the timer in 1 hour increments.
• In the standby state, the button can be used to set the start-up time. In the power-on state, the button can be used to set the shutdown time. Restarting the unit will reset the timer.

Filter Reset Button

• The filter life is about 6 months. When the filter life is about to expire, the last frame of filter life indicator will flash to remind user to replace the filters until the filter life is reset.
• Filter life reset: When the last frame of filter life indicator flashes, replace with new filters. Turn on the air purifier. Press and hold the Filter Reset button for more than 3 seconds, the filter life will be reset. All of the filter life indicator bars will be illuminated.
  NOTE: The filter life indicator cannot be reset before the last indicator bar flashes, long pressing the Filter Reset Button will not reset the filter life indicators, only a "Ding" sound is emitted.
• Forced Filter Life Reset: If the filters are changed before the last frame of filter life indicator flashes, to reset the filter life: Within 30 seconds of powering on, in the standby state, press and hold the Filter Reset button and Mode button at the same time for more than 3 seconds. All indicators on the screen will flash for 3 seconds to indicate that the filter life is reset.

AIR PURIFIER MAINTENANCE AND CARE

Always follow all safety precautions when performing maintenance to the air purifier.

Electrical Shock and Personal Injury Hazard
Disconnect the power adapter cord from electrical supply before servicing or cleaning the air purifier. Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or personal injury.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

NOTE: The machine must be unplugged before cleaning.

1. Cleaning the main body.
   1. Use a soft cloth to wipe down main body.
   2. Use a soft cloth and mild detergent to remove tough stains.
      NOTE: Do not scratch the main body with hard objects during maintenance. Please operate according to the instructions and do not damage the parts when removing the filter cover.
   3. Replacing the filters.
      1. The filter life may vary depending on the environment and fan speed.
      2. When the surface of the outer prefilter is dusty, clean it with soft cloth can extend the filter life.
      3. The filters are recommended to be replaced when filter change indicator comes on.
         NOTE: The filter lifespan may be shorter or longer based upon fan speed, run time and environment. Please dispose the used filters as combustible rubbish.

CLEANING & REPLACING FILTERS

The outer pre-filter should be cleaned every 2–4 weeks to increase efficiency and extend the life of the composite filter. When the filter life will expire, the last frame of filter life indicator bars will flash to remind user to replace the filters. It is recommended to replace the composite filter every 6 months.

1. Unplug the air purifier. Flip the unit over and remove the filter cover (see ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS).
2. Remove the filters from the air purifier.
   
3. The outer surface of the filter should be cleaned every 2–4 weeks to increase the efficiency and extend the life of the filters. Clean the outer surface of the filter using a soft cloth to remove hair, dust, and large particles.
   NOTE: Do not clean the filters with water or other liquids.
4. Clean out any remaining dust or hair inside the air purifier using a vacuum hose. Do not use water or liquids to clean the air purifier.
   
5. If required, replace with new filters. Unwrap the new filters from the packaging.
6. Replace the cleaned or new filters into the air purifier (see ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS).
7. Replace the cover. Plug in the air purifier.
8. Reset the filter reset button (see Filter Reset Button section).

TROUBLESHOOTING

Review this table to find do-it-yourself solutions for minor performance problems. Any service needed, other than maintenance described in this Use & Care Guide, should be performed by a qualified service agent.

Disconnect electrical supply before performing maintenance to the air purifier. Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or personal injury.

PROBLEM	POSSIBLE CAUSE	SOLUTION
Air purifier will not turn on or respond to button controls.	Connection problem.	Make sure that the power adapter is fully inserted into the power port on the back of air purifier and is also plugged into the wall outlet.
	Filter cover is not placed properly.	Re-install the filters and the filter cover correctly.
	Defective wall outlet.	Check with a good appliance or lamp. Be sure the power adapter plug is fully plugged into a good wall outlet.
	The power adapter is damaged.	Call 1-877-531-7321 (US) / 1-844-608-3081 (CA) for assistance.
Fresh air cannot be delivered smoothly from the air outlet.	The plastic packaging on the new filters has not been removed.	Remove the plastic packaging.
	The air outlet of the air purifier is blocked by foreign objects.	Remove the foreign objects.
Poor air purification quality.	Low fan speed.	Tap to change fan speed.
	The air inlet or outlet is blocked by foreign objects.	Remove the foreign objects.
	Room size and outside air quality may affect air purifier cleaning ability.	Air purification may take longer if room is larger than 1200 sq. ft. Close doors and windows while using the air purifier.
	The composite filters need to be replaced.	Replace the filters.
Abnormal noises during operation.	The plastic packaging on the new filters has not been removed.	Remove the plastic packaging.
	The air purifier is not placed on a level surface during operation.	Make sure the air purifier is operating on a hard, flat, level surface.
	The air inlet or outlet is blocked by foreign objects.	Remove the foreign objects.
	The composite filters need to be replaced.	Replace the filters.
	Foreign object may be inside the air purifier.	Stop using the air purifier and call 1-877- 531-7321 (US) / 1-844-608-3081 (CA) for assistance.
Strange odor coming from the air purifier.	The composite filters need to be cleaned or replaced.	Clean the filters or replace if necessary.
	High humidity.	Avoid using in an area with high humidity.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read all instructions in this guide before assembling or using your air purifier.

Your safety is important to us. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, injury to persons or damage when using your air purifier, follow basic safety precautions including the following:

• Use your air purifier only as described in this Use & Care Guide. Use only manufacturer's recommended attachments.
• Disconnect the air purifier from the power supply before servicing or cleaning.
• Do not use without removing the plastic wrap from the filter. The purifier will not filter air, and may overheat, causing a fire hazard.
• To reduce the risk of electrical shock - Do not use outdoors.
• Keep the air purifier away from water, and wet or damp areas. Never place in water or liquid.
• Keep the air purifier away from heat sources.
• Do not use in excessively humid areas.
• 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 allow children to play with the air purifier.
• Children should not clean or perform maintenance on the air purifier without supervision.
• Do not put any objects into any opening on the air purifier.
• Do not sit or place heavy objects on the air purifier.
• Do not block the air inlet and air outlet.
• Keep the inside of the air purifier dry. To prevent moisture buildup, avoid placing in rooms with major temperature changes or underneath air conditioners.
• Do not use with a damaged cord, plug, or other parts.
• Do not use your air purifier if it is damaged or not working correctly. Do not try to repair it yourself. Call 1-877- 531-7321 (US) / 1-844-608-3081 (CA) for assistance.
• Do not run cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord with rugs, runners, or other coverings. Do not route cord under furniture or appliances. Direct cord away from traffic areas where it will not be tripped over.
• Never place the cord near any heat sources.
• Keep the air purifier near the outlet it is plugged into.
• Do not touch the power plug or power adapter with wet hands.
• Be careful when cleaning the air purifier. Strong corrosive detergent will damage the surface of the air purifier.
• Remove the dust from the air purifier body and power plug periodically.
• Do not rinse or reuse the high-efficiency composite filter.
• Only use the power adapter provided with this air purifier.
• If the power adapter cord is damaged, immediately discontinue use and call 1-877-531-7321 (US) / 1-844-608-3081 (CA) for assistance.
• This air purifier is not to be used by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capacities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not use this air purifier with any solid-state speed control device.
Proper assembly and safe use of your air purifier are your responsibilities. Your air purifier is intended for Household Use. Read this Use & Care Guide carefully for important use and safety information. This guide contains safety statements under warning and caution symbols.

Air Purifier Help Line:
1-877-531-7321 (US) / 1-844-608-3081 (CA)
8:00am-5:00pm EST, M-F
www.kenmorefloorcare.com