Cuisinart Purxium CAP-500 User manual

INSTRUCTION
BOOKLET
Purxium™ Air Purifier CAP-500
For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always
be taken to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury, including
the following:
1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
2. To reduce the risk of shock, always unplug the air purifier from the electrical
outlet immediately after using as well as before replacing or removing any
filters.
3. The air purifier should always be placed on a flat, secure surface.
4. The cord should be kept away from any heated surfaces.
5. Never place or store the air purifier where it could fall or be pulled into a
sink or bathtub.
6. Do not reach for the air purifier if it has fallen into water. Unplug the
appliance immediately.
7. Do not place in or drop into water or liquid.
8. Do not place anything on top of unit.
9. Always keep the air purifier dry and do not operate in wet or moist
conditions like bathrooms, laundry areas or similar moist indoor places.
10. Always unplug the air purifier when not in use.
11. Check your air purifier cord and plug connections. A faulty wall outlet or
loose plug can cause the outlet or plug to overheat. Make sure the plug
fits tightly in outlet.
12. Do not run power cord under carpeting, runners or similar type floor
coverings.
13. Do not use this product outdoors.
14. Do not block air intakes or exhaust in any manner. Do not use on any soft
surface, like a couch or bed, where the openings may become blocked.
15. Do not tilt or move the air purifier while the unit is powered on. Make sure
the power is off and remove the plug from the outlet before moving.
16. Use this air purifier only for its intended use as described in this manual.
Any other use not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire,
electric shock, or serious injury to a person.
17. Press the power button to turn off the air purifier prior to removing plug
from outlet.
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
NOTICE
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce
the risk of electric shock, this plug isintended to fit in a polarized outlet only one
way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not
fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
CAUTION
This appliance is for household use. Any servicing other than cleaning and user
maintenance should be performed by an authorized service representative.
• Do not immerse base in water.
• To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not disassemble the base.
Note: The base does not contain any user-serviceable parts.
• Make sure the air purifier is always 6 inches away from any walls as well as at
least 3 feet away from any heat source.
• Repairs should be made only by authorized personnel.
• Check voltage to be sure that the voltage indicated on the nameplate agrees
with your voltage.
• Never clean with scouring powders or hard implements.
WARNING
To Reduce The Risk Of Fire Or Electric Shock, Do Not Use This Fan With Any
Solid-State Speed Control Device.
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS
Place the gift box containing your Cuisinart Purxium™ Air Purifier on a sturdy, flat
surface. Open the top flap and remove the instruction booklet and other printed
materials from the box. Remove all packing material from unit as well as plastic
coverings from any parts.

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FEATURES AND BENEFITS
1. Top Panel Airflow Output
2. HEPA H13 and Active Carbon
Dual Filter
3. Removable, Reusable Metal Pre-filter
4. Filter Cover Panel
5. Control Panel
(see chart under Touchscreen Controls,
at right)
6. Base of Unit
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your Cuisinart CAP-500 Purxium™ Air Purifier. The CAP-500
Air Purifier comes complete with dual filtration using two H13 high-grade HEPA
filters, active carbon filters and removable, reusable metal pre-filters. Our three
stage filter system will capture up to 99.9% of airborne particles 0.1 Micron or
larger including bacteria and various contaminants to provide fresher, cleaner air.
TOUCHSCREEN CONTROLS
1. Filter Replacement Indicator
2. Child Safety Lock
3. 12-Hour Timer
4. Sleep Mode/Night Light
5. 3 Fan Speeds
6. Power On
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carbon dust
bacteria lead dust pollen
pet dander
dust
dust mites tobacco smoke smoke
CAPTURES AIRBORNE PARTICLES INCLUDING
BACTERIA AND VARIOUS CONTAMINANTS
AIR IS DRAWN IN THROUGH 2-SIDES CAPTURING UP TO 99.9%
OF VARIOUS AIRBORNE PARTICLES 0.1 MICRON OR LARGER

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TO OPERATE YOUR AIR PURIFIER
1. Place the air purifier on a sturdy, flat surface.
2. Make sure the unit is plugged in.
3. Turn On: Press the Power ON button.
4. 3 Fan Speeds: Select or change fan speed (choose 1, 2 or 3).
Start by pressing the fan speed button, continue pressing until you have
reached your desired setting, then release the button.
5. 12-Hour Timer Function: To select the desired time, press the timer button.
The timer will show settings ranging from 1 hour – 12 hours and off. If there
is no time selected, the timer will be off. The unit will continue to run until the
power is turned off.
6. Child Safety Lock: The child safety lock can be activated by pressing and
holding the lock button for 3 seconds. All buttons on the air purifier will now be
in locked mode. To take the unit off locked mode, simply hold the lock button
again for 3 seconds and the unit will now be unlocked.
7. Sleep Mode/Night Light: To activate the night light press once. The blue night
light will illuminate along with the control panel lights.To activate Sleep Mode.
Press the icon a second time, and the Moon symbol will illuminate in addition
to the night light. Press the icon one more and only the moon icon will be
illuminated.
8. Filter Replacement Light: The filter replacement light will illuminate in RED
when it is, it is time to replace the dual action HEPA H13 and active carbon
filters on the unit. The filter light will illuminate after 2,500 hours of continuous
use.
Note:
Utilizing an H13 High-Grade HEPA filter does not make this a medical device.
REMOVING FILTERS
Always unplug your Cuisinart Purxium™ Air Purifier from the electrical outlet
before replacing or removing filters.
To remove the Purxium Air Purifier filters, you will first need to unplug the unit
and remove the back panel. To remove both side panels, place your finger into
the opening on the side of the unit and pull lightly on the panel. The metal
removable, reusable pre-filters may be removed easily by taking the small tab
and pulling slightly up and away from the unit. To remove the H13 HEPA/Active
Carbon filter system, you simply pull on the filter and remove from the unit.
Repeat step on other side.
INSTALLING YOUR REPLACEMENT
FILTER SYSTEM
1. Your air purifier will automatically tell you when its time to change your filter.
An icon on the control panel will illuminate after 2500 hours of purification has
been reached.
2. Slide the new H13 HEPA/Active Carbon filter system into the unit until you
feel resistance.
3. Place the washed and dried removable, reusable metal pre-filters into the slots.
Place panels back onto the unit. Repeat step for other side.

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4. Make sure your air purifier is plugged in and powered up.
YOU WILL NOW NEED TO RESET THE FILTER INDICATOR.
5. Reset the filter indicator light by pressing and holding down the night light
button for 3 seconds. This will reset the filter indicator light.
FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS
Our H13 High-Grade HEPA filter captures up to 99.9% of airborne particles
0.1 Micron or larger including bacteria and various contaminants as well as dust,
pollen and odors from cooking, smoke, pets and VOC’s. The CAP-500 quiet DC
motor has a dual filter system that purifies air in an up to 500-sq. ft. area two
times every hour or in an up to 250-sq. ft. area four times every hour.
3-STAGE DUAL AIR INTAKE H13 HIGH GRADE
HEPA FILTRATION SYSTEM
• HEPA H13 – H13 high-grade HEPA filters capture up to 99.9% of airborne
particles 0.1 Micron or larger including bacteria and various contaminants
• ACTIVE CARBON FILTERS – Captures up to 99.9% of various unwanted
cooking odors, smoke and VOCs to 0.1 Micron or larger
• REMOVABLE, REUSABLE METAL PRE-FILTERS – Captures larger
airborne particles such as dust, pet dander and cooking oils
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
The H13 high-grade HEPA filters could be vacuumed once a month in order for
the air purifier to perform at its best. If the air purifier contains dust or pet dander,
it’s best to clean the removable metal pre-filters more often than once a month to
maintain 2,500 hours of filter life. Always unplug your air purifier from the electrical
outlet before replacing or removing any filters.
1. Unplug the power cord from the unit and from the outlet. The metal pre-filters
are to be hand-washed only. If the filters are fairly clean, wash each filter with
soapy, warm water. If the pre-filters are very dirty, you may need use a soft
brush to gently clean them. Make sure the pre-filters are completely dry before
placing back into the unit.
2. Remove the HEPA H13 and active carbon filters as described on page 4.
3. The best way to clean the HEPA H13 filters is to use a vacuum cleaner with the
brush attachment. Gently run the brush attachment along the white side of the
filter only. You do not need to vacuum the active carbon filter on the other side
of the HEPA H13 filter.