Danby DAP290BAW User manual

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Danby Products Inc, Findlay, Ohio, USA 45840
*Trademark of Danby Products Printed in China
2023.04.10
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products and we believe in
dependable service. You are
entitled to warranty coverage as
described in this owner’s manual.
AIR PURIFIER
Model Number DAP290BAW
Serial Number
Date of Purchase

Important Safety Information
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
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SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children)
whose physical, sensory or mental capabilities may be different or
reduced, or who lack experience or knowledge, unless such persons
receive supervision or training to operate the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
Do not store or use combustible materials such as gasoline or other
flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
Do not insert fingers or other objects into grilles or openings in the
appliance.
Do not cover or block the intake and exhaust openings.
Do not operate the appliance without the filter installed.
Do not operate the appliance near heat sources.
This appliance is intended for indoor, residential applications only.
Do not use this appliance outdoors. Do not use this appliance for
commercial or industrial applications.
Warning - To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not use this fan
with any solid-state speed control device.

Important Safety Information
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
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SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
Do not connect the appliance to extension cords, adapters or together
with another appliance in the same wall outlet.
Do not splice the power cord. If the power supply cord is damaged,
it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similar
qualified person in order to avoid hazard.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug
(one blade is wider than the other). This plug will 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 licensed electrician to install the proper
outlet. Do not alter the plug in any way.
To avoid risk of electric shock, do not operate this appliance in an area
that is likely to accumulate standing water. If this condition develops,
disconnect the power supply before stepping into the water.
This appliance complies with the maximum allowable concentration
of ozone of 0.05 parts per million by volume in a 24 hour period.
The Health Canada Guideline 2010 recommends that the maximum
exposure limit, based on an average of 8 hours, is 0.02 ppmv or less
when tested in a sealed, controlled room approximately 30 m3.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
FILTER INSTALLATION
Ensure that the filter is properly installed before using the appliance.
Ensure that the air purifier is unplugged when installing the filter.
1. Remove the air inlet grille.
2. Remove the pre-filter by pressing the U-shaped buckle and pulling
outward.
3. Remove the true HEPA filter.
4. Remove the packaging from the filter.
5. Install the filter.
6. Replace the pre-filter by aligning the bottom and pressing the top
inward until it clicks.
7. Replace the air inlet grille by aligning the bottom and pressing the
top inward until it clicks.
8. Repeat this process on both sides of the air purifier for both true
HEPA filters.
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FEATURES
1. PM2.5 sensor
2. VOC sensor
3. Air outlet grille
4. Operation panel
5. Display screen
6. Handle
7. True HEPA filter
8. Pre-filter
9. Air inlet grille
Note: Filters are replicated on both
sides of the air purifier. They are
installed the same way on both
sides.
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ON FIRST USE
When the air purifier is plugged in for the first time it will go through a
start up sequence that will take approximately 1 - 2 minutes. During this
time the display panel and indicator lights will flash as the appliance
activates.
LIGHT SETTING
The control panel has three brightness settings, normal, dim and off.
Press the light button repeatedly to cycle through the options. If it looks
like the air purifier is turned off but the fan is still running very quietly,
check the light setting. You may have them set to off, which can make the
unit look like it is turned off.

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OPERATING MODES
This air purifier has three modes:
auto, sleep and turbo. The mode
indicator light will show which
mode is currently active. Pressing
the mode button will cycle through
the options: auto, sleep and turbo.
AUTO
The air purifier will default to
running in auto mode. In auto
mode, the air purifier will run the
fan at very low speed so that it is
able to take readings from the air
while remaining extremely quiet.
SLEEP
Press the mode button to activate
sleep mode. This mode will turn
off the lights and indicators on the
control panel except for the sleep
light and will run the fan at very
low speed to ensure the air purifier
is as quiet as possible during
sleeping hours.
TURBO
Press the mode button to activate
turbo mode. This mode will run the
fan at very high speed to purify
a large amount of air in a short
period of time.
FAN
The fan can be manually set to
low, medium or high. Press the fan
button to set the desired fan speed.
The fan indicator light will show the
current speed setting.
CHILD LOCK
Press and hold the fan speed
button and the mode button at the
same time for 3 seconds to engage
the child lock. The unit will chime
and a lock icon will illuminate on
the control panel next to the pre-
filter check light. The buttons on
the control panel will not function
when the child lock is engaged. If
any buttons are pressed, the lock
icon will flash. Press and hold the
fan button and the mode button
at the same time for 3 seconds to
disengage the child lock.

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CONTROL PANEL
1. Light button: Press to set the desired light brightness.
2. PM2.5 button:
• Press once to display PM2.5 level.
• Press twice to display VOC level.
3. Fan button: Press to set the fan speed.
4. Mode button: Press to set the desired mode: auto, sleep or turbo.
5. Power button: Press to turn the air purifier on or off.
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DISPLAY PANEL
1. True HEPA filter life progress bar
2. Pre-filter life progress bar
3. Child lock indicator
4. PM2.5 number display
5. PM2.5 level display
6. VOC level display
Clean Fair Poor
Clean Fair Poor
Replace
True HEPA
Check
Pre-filter
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PM2.5 MOLECULES
PM2.5 refers to particulate matter molecules that are less than 2.5
microns in size that can reduce visibility and cause the air to appear
hazy such as air pollution from cars or smoke from cooking grease.
• The PM2.5 level display will show clean, fair or poor.
• The PM2.5 number displayed in is units of μg/m³, which means
‘micrograms per cubic meter’. A reading of 1 μg/m³ means that one
cubic meter of air contains 1 microgram of pollutant.
Press the PM2.5 button and the current PM2.5 level will flash. The air
purifier will continually measure the particles in the air and display the
current level. The ranges provided below are approximate, ambient
conditions may vary.
• 65 or lower means that the air quality is clean.
• 65 - 140 means the air quality is fair.
• 140 or higher means that the air quality is poor.
VOLATILE ORGANIC COMPOUNDS
Volatile organic compounds are a large group of chemicals found in
many consumer products such as paint, varnishes, cooking oils, air
fresheners, etc. These can be released into the air and can pose health
risks.
• The VOC level display will show clean, fair or poor.
Press the PM2.5 button twice and the current VOC level will flash. The
air purifier will continually measure the VOCs in the air and display the
current level.

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CARE & MAINTENANCE
AIR INLET GRILLE
Ensure the air purifier is
unplugged during any cleaning or
maintenance.
The air inlet grille can be cleaned
with a vacuum cleaner and wiped
with a cloth.
AIR OUTLET GRILLE
The air outlet grille can be cleaned
with a vacuum cleaner and wiped
with a cloth.
PRE-FILTER
Ensure the air purifier is
unplugged during any cleaning or
maintenance.
When the pre-filter progress bar
turns red, the pre-filter should be
cleaned.
Remove the filter from the air
purifier and clean it with a vacuum
cleaner or a damp cloth. If the filter
is very dirty, it can be soaked in
warm water and a mild detergent
for ten minutes.
Ensure the pre-filter is completely
dry before replacing it in the air
purifier. Once replaced, press and
hold the PM2.5 detection button
for 3 seconds to reset the pre-filter
progress bar.

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CLEANING
• Unplug the appliance before cleaning or servicing.
• Clean the cabinet with a lukewarm damp cloth and neutral detergent.
Dry the cabinet with a lint-free dry cloth.
• Do not use gasoline, paint thinner or other chemicals to clean the
appliance.
• Do not wash the appliance directly under a tap or using a hose. It
may cause electrical damage.
TRUE HEPA FILTER
True HEPA filter model number: DAP290-F
Two are included with the air purifier. When the True HEPA filter progress
bar turns red, the filters should be replaced. Once replaced, press and
hold the PM2.5 detection button for 3 seconds to reset the filter progress
bar.
Replacement filters can be purchased through one of the following
methods:
• Visit www.danbyapplianceparts.com
• Visit www.danbyapplianceparts.ca
• Call consumer care at 1-800-263-2629.
NOTE: Replacement filters are not covered under warranty and must be
purchased separately.

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Appliance will not operate
• Plug is not fully inserted into the wall outlet
• Blown fuse or circuit breaker
• The filter may not be correctly installed
Insufficient air purification
• Air filter is dirty or needs to be replaced
• Blocked air flow
• Appliance size is too small for application
• Ensure that all packaging has been removed from the filter
Appliance will not resume functioning after cleaning the filter
• Press and hold the PM2.5 button for 3 seconds to reset the filter
Odors
• Replace the air filter
ERROR CODES
E1 - filter installation error; check that all air filters are correctly installed
E0 - hardware fault
Eu - sensor fault
E3 - fan speed fault
If the codes E0, Eu or E3 appear on the display, unplug the air purifier
and allow it to sit undisturbed for 5 minutes. If the error code persists
when the air purifier is plugged in, please contact a local service depot.
DISPOSAL
This appliance should not be treated as regular household waste. Check
for local regulatory compliance regarding the approved and safe
disposal of this appliance.
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