Comedes Lavaero 1200 User manual

air purifier
Lavaero 1200

table of contents
foreword................................................................................................
safety instructions ...............................................................................
Intended Use.............................................................
Technical data .....................................................................................
device description ...........................................................................
Before commissioning.............................................................................
commissioning .......................................................................................
filter change ..............................................................................
Cleaning the device..............................................................................
Malfunctions and
remedies..........................................................................
Further information...........................................................................

Dear customer,
Thank you for choosing the Lavaero 1200 from Comedes GmbH.
You have purchased a powerful air purifier designed to the latest technical standards. To
ensure that the device will remain your faithful servant over a long period of time, we ask you
to study the operating instructions, in particular the safety instructions, in detail.
If you still have questions about the device after you have read the operating instructions,
please do not hesitate to contact us:
E-mail address: [e-mail]
If you enter your telephone number, we will call you back free of charge.
We welcome any feedback from our customers and would appreciate it if you contact us.
Yours sincerely
Philipp Thannhuber
Managing Director
Comedes GmbH
Warning:

Read the instructions carefully before commissioning. Failure to follow the safety instructions
and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Keep all safety
instructions and instructions for the future.
Watch your step! Do not open the device until the mains plug has been disconnected from
the mains socket. Risk of death due to electric shock! Have repairs carried out only by an
authorised specialist workshop.
safety instructions
 Check the voltage of 220-240V before use.
 Check the mains plug before plugging in.
 Do not place the unit in direct sunlight, directly in front of the air outlet of
air conditioners or near heat sources. This can cause plastic parts of the
device to deform, discolour or malfunction.
 Do not operate the air purifier near televisions or radios. This may cause
image noise, noise and other disturbances. Ensure a minimum distance
of 1 meter between the air purifier and these devices. Do not use the
same socket for these appliances and the air purifier.
 The unit should only be operated standing on the floor.
To avoid tipping over or falling to the ground, the air purifier should not be placed on an
uneven, sloping or moving surface during operation.
 In order to ensure good air circulation and effective air cleaning, ensure
sufficient distance from walls and furnishings. The distance to the top,
sides and back should not be less than 30cm. A minimum distance of 20cm
from the front of the unit should be maintained.
 Do not place any objects on the unit and never cover the air inlet or
outlet. Make sure that no moving objects such as curtains can block the
air inlet or outlet. This can damage/destroy the blower motor.
 Always switch and disconnect the device before moving or lifting it. Do not pull the
power cord when moving or storing the unit. This can lead to electric shock and fire
hazard.
 Take care not to damage the power cord, plug or socket. The mains
cable must not be shortened, strongly twisted or bent. Do not pull the
power cord to disconnect or move the unit. If the supply cable is
damaged, stop operation and have it replaced immediately by the
manufacturer or an authorised specialist workshop.
 Do not touch the power plug or the appliance with wet hands as this
may result in electric shock.

 Do not insert any objects (especially metallic objects) or your fingers
into the air inlets and outlets of the device. This could result in electric
shock and injury.
 Never use hairsprays, thinners or flammable gases in the vicinity of the device, as there
is a risk of fire and explosion.
 Make sure that no liquids such as water and cleaning agents get into the
device and never immerse it in water.
 The air purifier is not suitable as a replacement for fans, ventilation
systems, vacuum cleaners or extraction hoods.
 Never operate the appliance near heat sources such as heaters, open
fires, stoves, or gas and petrol powered appliances.
 Do not operate the appliance in very humid or hot environments, such
as bathrooms, toilets or kitchens.
 Make sure that the remote control is kept out of the reach of children.
 Do not operate the air purifier at the following locations:
◦ Unstable places: This may cause the unit to tip over or fall, resulting in personal
injury, electric shock or fire.
◦ Hot or humid rooms, such as showers. This may result in electric shock or fire.
◦ Places such as kitchens where steam or smoke is emitted.
 Do not use the air purifier in rooms where smoke-based insect killers are used.
◦ Chemical residues can accumulate in the device and then be released, which can
lead to damage to health.
◦ After the use of such insect killers or mosquito spirals, the room should be fully
ventilated before using the air purifier.
Further safety-relevant information
 If any of the following occur, immediately disconnect and disconnect the air purifier and
contact the manufacturer.
◦ The device makes unusual noises or vibrates strongly during operation.
◦ The equipment, power plug or cord may become abnormally hot.
◦ The smell of fire or smoke is perceptible.
◦ One of the keys can no longer be operated.
◦ Other irregularities or malfunctions.
 Clean the mains plug regularly. If it is heavily soiled or very damp/wet, this can pose a

fire hazard.
◦ Disconnect the device and clean the plug with a dry cloth.
◦ If the device will not be used for a longer period of time, disconnect it.
 Always disconnect the unit before moving, cleaning or cleaning/replacing the filter.
 Make sure that the plug is always firmly and securely plugged into the socket.
 Do not use the device if the mains plug or socket is damaged.
 Always reach for the mains plug to disconnect the device. Do not disconnect the unit by
pulling the power cord.
 Use the ON/OFF switch to turn the unit on and off.
Never use the plug to switch the unit "on and off".
 If candles or gas ovens burn in the same room during operation, open the window
occasionally.
 The device must not be used in an environment containing high levels of dust or
chlorine.
 The device must not be used in closed and narrow rooms.
 If the supply cable is damaged, stop operation and have it replaced immediately by the
manufacturer or an authorised specialist workshop.
 The device may only be operated by persons who are physically and mentally capable
of correct operation according to these operating instructions or who have been
instructed on this device by a responsible person.
 Do not allow children to play with the device or its packaging, such as plastic films.
 Do not operate the unit without a filter, as dust cannot be filtered and can get inside the
unit. This can lead to malfunctions.
Intended Use
The air purifier is only intended for air cleaning of privately used rooms (e.g. living rooms,
bedrooms, storage rooms or cellars). The user must comply with the specified operating
parameters of these instructions.
The machine may only be used for its intended purpose. Any further use beyond this is not
intended. The user/operator and not the manufacturer shall be liable for any damage or injury
of any kind resulting therefrom.
Air cleaners are only conditionally suitable for use in kitchens, as oils and fats in the air as well
as increased soot pollution can very quickly clog the filters.

Technical data
Product name: Comedes Lavaero 1200
Tension: 220-240V / 50/60 Hz
Nominal power: 90W
Air flow rate: 600m³/h
Ionization: 10,000,000 ions/cm³
Timer (hours): 1-12
Weight: 10,5 kg
Dimensions (W*H*T): 479*710*269 mm
Noise emission: max 69dB(A)
device description

Control panel/display
remote control
A button cell Lithium Cell CR2032, 3V is required for the remote control.
front view
side view
rear view
turbo mode
Optimal for
cigarette smoke
control
panel
display

(Not included in delivery.)
Before commissioning
Remove the filter element from the unit, remove the protective film and reinsert it into the
unit. Follow the steps in the chapter "Filter change". The combination filter should normally be
changed every 6-9 months.
commissioning
Inserting the device
When you plug in the device, the ready status is indicated acoustically and the power LED
lights up.
Caution: Never insert or remove the device with wet hands.
POWER
The power switch is used to turn the unit on and off.
(The symbol lights up red in standby mode and orange when switched on).
The device always starts in automatic mode.
AUTO
Press the "AUTO" button to start the automatic mode. In this mode, the fan level
is automatically selected depending on the air quality. If the mode is active, the
"AUTO" button lights up. The ionizer is turned on in this mode. However, the
ionizer can be switched off by pressing the "ION" key.
To switch from automatic mode to manual mode, press one of the two "SPEED"
buttons.
ion
sleep
timer
power
Speed +
AUTO
Filter Reset
turbo
Speed
unlock
lure

To switch from automatic mode to turbo mode, press the turbo button.
air quality PM2.5
(µg/m³) Display fan stage
Very good 1-70 green 2
good 71-180 Blue 3
normal 181-300 Yellow 4
Bad 301-500 red 5
timer
With the timer you can set the running time of the device. Times between 1 and
12 hours can be selected. If the display shows 12 and you press the button
again, the timer is switched off.
When the time has elapsed, the unit switches off automatically.
If the timer is active, the corresponding key lights up and the remaining running
time is shown on the display.
ion
This switch switches the ionizer on and off.
If the ionizer is switched on, the corresponding key lights up.
turbo
Press this button to start the Turbo function. The air purifier immediately switches
to the highest fan level (6). This function is particularly suitable for use in rooms
where cigarettes are smoked. If the turbo function is active, the corresponding
key on the control panel lights up.
Press one of the two "SPEED" buttons to exit this mode.
sleep
In this mode, the device operates at the lowest fan speed for minimal noise.
Except for the Sleep display, all displays go out.
If a running time has been set via the timer before the start of the sleep
function, this setting remains and the device switches itself off after the time has
elapsed. To exit Sleep mode, press either Sleep, Turbo or one of the two Speed
buttons twice in a row.
light sensor
The air purifier is equipped with a modern light sensor. If the unit works in
automatic mode, both the air quality and the light intensity are monitored. If it is
dark in the room for longer than 3 minutes (less than 5-10lms), the device
automatically switches to sleep mode. If the room is illuminated for longer than
5 minutes (more than 10lms), the unit returns to normal automatic mode.
speed
Press the "+" key to increase the fan speed.
Press the "-" key to lower the fan speed.
The set fan level (1-5) is visualized via the bars on the display.
Child lock (Lock)

Press the "CHILD LOCK" button to activate the child lock/key lock. If the parental
control is activated, the corresponding key lights up.
Press and hold this button again for at least 5 seconds to release the key lock.
The child lock is activated by pressing the "LOCK" button on the remote control
and deactivated by simply pressing the "UNLOCK" button.
Filter change indicator and filter reset
The Comedes Lavaero 1200 has a modern filter change indicator. If the
corresponding symbol lights up, the filters must be checked/changed. After you
have changed or cleaned the filters, you can reset the display by pressing the
filter reset button.
Depending on the type and intensity of use, the filter may have to be replaced
before the filter change indicator lights up. Therefore, check the filter regularly.
filter change
After some time in operation, the filter elements must be replaced.
1. filter removal
Always switch and disconnect the device for this purpose.
Take the Remove the Remove the filter
Remove the filter cover. Prefilter. always first from
the
Protective film, before
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2. The nylon prefilter net can be cleaned under running water and does not need to be
replaced.
3. Now check the filters. If the HEPA element is not yet too discoloured, vacuum it off with
a vacuum cleaner (preferably outdoors).
4. If the filter is very dirty or discoloured, replace it.
5. Please note that the replacement filter must be removed from the protective film before
it can be inserted into the device.
6. Inserting the filter

Make sure that the filter is inserted with the
tab facing outwards.
When inserting the prefilter, make sure that
the front and rear sides of the filter are
different. The filter is inserted correctly when
the central handle is pointing outwards.
Finally, replace the filter cover.
Attention: The unit can only be started if the filter cover is
inserted correctly.
Cleaning the device
Disconnect the mains plug before cleaning!
• Clean housing:
Do not use aggressive cleaning agents,
but only a dry and soft cloth.

• Clean air inlet and outlet:
Use a vacuum cleaner or a
dry cloth.
(It is best to clean the unit outdoors).
• Clean filter elements (every other month):
• The ventilation effect becomes noticeably weaker,
if a lot of dust collects on the filter surface.
Therefore, clean the filters regularly.
• The nylon prefilter net can be vacuumed or placed under cold,
be washed off with clear water. Dry the
Filter before reinserting it into the unit.
• The HEPA element can be carefully cleaned with a vacuum cleaner.
can be sucked off. The combination filter must not be mixed with water.
cleaned.
• How to remove the filter can be found under "Filter change".
• Further information on the individual filter elements
can be found in the chapter "Further information" at the end of this manual.
• Clean air quality sensor (every second month):
• The air quality sensor of the air purifier should be cleaned at least every 2
months to ensure accurate measurement.
• Make sure that the device is switched off and disconnected.
• First, remove the air quality sensor cover and clean it with a soft brush or
cloth.
• Now carefully clean the lens of the air quality sensor with a cotton swab.
• In poor lighting conditions, use a flashlight or similar to see the lens well.
• Just clean the lens. Do not insert the cotton swab into any other opening in
the sensor unit.
• Finally, replace the cover of the air quality sensor.
Malfunctions and remedies
Current operating instructions can be found at http://www.comedes.com
Turn off the unit immediately and contact your dealer if any of the following problems occur:
• Fuse's blown.
• Foreign material gets into the device.
• The plug or power cord heats up.
Do not open the unit without authorized service personnel. However, you can check the
following causes of faults yourself:
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The device cannot be switched on:
• Is the plug inserted correctly?
• Has the fuse blown or is there no voltage at the socket?
• Isn't the device upright or has it been put down?
• Is the filter cover fitted correctly?
The air flow at the outlet opening is lower:
• Is the filter too dirty or clogged?
The air quality is always very good, even though the air is polluted:
• Has the unit been positioned in a narrow niche or similar?
• Can sufficient air circulation build up in the room?
Poor air quality is always displayed even though the unit has been running for a long
time:
• Is the particle sensor dirty?
The air purifier emits an unusual odor:
• Are the filters too dirty or clogged?
The air purifier does not automatically switch to sleep mode:
• Is automatic mode activated?
The device is disproportionately loud:
• Does the device stand on an uneven surface?
• Isn't the filter unpacked?
• Is the filter too dirty or clogged?
Remote control does not work:
• Replace the battery.
The filter performance is very low:
 Are the filters inserted in the correct order?
• Aren't the filters unpacked?
• Do the filters have to be replaced?
Further information
Filter system:
Nylon prefilter net
The filter net set in a plastic frame represents the first barrier for particles. Large particles in
the room air are caught by this net and can later either be vacuumed off with a vacuum
cleaner or washed off under running water.
Activated carbon filter (granulated)
Activated carbon, thanks to its highly porous structure, has a very large surface area, which
enables it to adsorb a large amount of different odorants and flavors, as well as various VOCs.
Granulated activated carbon was deliberately used for this filter as it has a high efficiency and
a large total surface area.

HEPA Filter
The HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate Airfilter) medium is able to remove even the smallest
particles from the room air. The filtration is carried out by means of mechanical filtration and
particle filtration by adhesion forces.
ionizer
In the last step, the air finally flowing out of the device is mixed with a small quantity of
negatively charged ions. These ions attach themselves to the smallest particles in the room air
and charge them statically. The particles charged in this way then tend to accumulate with
other particles and form larger clusters, which can then be more easily absorbed by the filter
medium.
Notes on air cleaning for cigarette smoke
Cigarette smoke consists of numerous complex chemical compounds. For the air purifier, it is
essentially divided into solid components of smoke and gaseous components of smoke. The
solid smoke particles are filtered out by the HEPA filter. The gaseous components can be
absorbed by the activated carbon filter.
• The device should be placed as close as possible to the smoke source.
• Depending on how many cigarettes are smoked, the service life of the filter is
shortened.
Information on air cleaning in case of problems with pollen
The air purifier is able to filter all common pollen from the air. These remain in the HEPA filter.
In order for the device to be fully effective and to significantly reduce the pollen concentration,
we recommend the creation of a refuge in which the air purifier is located. The device can only
remove airborne allergens, but not allergens that have already settled on beds, walls,
furniture, etc. The device can only remove airborne allergens.
For this reason, please observe the following instructions:
• Carry out a basic cleaning of the room before using the device.

• Do not use dust cloths for cleaning, but a damp cloth.
• Vacuum upholstered furniture at least once a week. Use a vacuum cleaner suitable for
allergy sufferers.
• Wipe the room wet at least once a week.
• Let the unit run at level 1-2 during the day.
• Turn off the device for sleeping.
• Set the fan to level 4-5 or Turbo during ventilation. The best time to air the rooms is
between 6:00 and 8:00 in the morning in cities or from 19:00 in rural areas.
Information on air cleaning in case of problems with house dust
House dust is usually generated by mites living in upholstered furniture, pillows, blankets and
mattresses. The house dust remains there for the time being. The air purifier can only remove
house dust from the air. It is therefore advisable to turn off sources of house dust before using
an air purifier.
• Cover mattresses allergen-proof (Encasing).
• Cover pillow and duvet allergen-tight.
• Wash pillows and duvets frequently.
• Replace older mattresses.
• Use vacuum cleaner with fine filter.
• Vacuum mattresses monthly.
• Avoid dust traps in the bedroom.
• Do not place indoor plants in the bedroom.
This product must not be disposed of with household waste. This air purifier
must be disposed of at a recycling point for electronic and electrical equipment.
You can obtain further information about the relevant acceptance points from your
local authority or city administration, or from Comedes GmbH.