GE AFHC09AM User manual

Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Operating Instructions
About the Air Purifier . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4, 5
About the Controls
on the Air Purifier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Using the Air Purifier . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6, 7
Care and Cleaning
Front Cover and Body . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Pre-Filter and Charcoal Filter . . . . . . . .8
99.97% True HEPA Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . . .10
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
ENERGY STAR®labeled product
As an ENERGY STAR®partner,
GE has determined that
this product meets the
ENERGY STAR®guidelines
for energy efficiency.
The energy efficiency of this
ENERGY STAR®qualified model
is measured based on a ratio
between the model’s CADR
for dust and the electrical
energy it consumes, or
CADR/WaH.
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Air Purifiers
49-7595 11-08 JR
AFHC09AM
AFHC21AM
Owner’s Manual
Write the model and serial numbers
here:
Model # ________________________
Serial #__________________________
You can find them on a label on the back
of the air purifier.
This is a facsimile of the
AHAM seal. When this seal
is displayed on portable
electric room air cleaner
packaging, it signifies
that these ratings
are certified accurate
by the manufacturer and
verified by the Association
of Home Appliance
Manufacturers as
complying with
ANSI/AHAM AC-1
Standard (latest edition).
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
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Operating Instructions
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
When using this air purifier, always follow basic safety precautions, including the following:
WARNING!
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, electric shock or personal injury.
■ Read all instructions before using this air purifier.
Save these instructions for reference.
■ Do not immerse this product in water or splash water
on it. An electrical short may result in shock or fire.
■ Never attempt to disassemble or alter the product in any
way not instructed by this manual. Shock, fire or bodily
injury may occur.
■ Do not operate any fan with a damaged cord or plug.
Discard fan or return to an authorized service facility
for examination and/or repair.
■ Do not operate this product near an open fire. It may
ignite and cause fire, resulting in bodily injury or property
damage.
■ Always unplug the power cord from the receptacle when
the air purifier is not in use, before cleaning, replacing
parts or before moving to another location.
■ Do not insert foreign objects into this product for any
reason. Bodily injury or property damage may occur.
■ Do not use this product outdoors. It is intended for
indoor use only.
■ Do not operate this appliance without the outlet grille
in place or if the outlet grille is broken or damaged.
■ WARNING:To reduce the risk of fire
or electric shock, do not use this air purifier with any
solid-state speed control device.
■ WARNING:Shock Hazard: This appliance
has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended
for 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.
■ WARNING:To reduce the risk of electric
shock, do not expose to water or rain.
■ WARNING:To reduce the risk of electric
shock, do not use with an extension cord.
■ WARNING:Do not run cord under
carpeting. Do not cover cord with throw rugs, runners
or similar coverings. Do not route cord under furniture
or appliances. Arrange cord away from traffic area
and where it will not be tripped over.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Power On/Off Button
Press to turn the air purifier on and off.
Fan Speed Adjustment Button
Press to adjust the fan motor speed setting.
Model AFHC21AM – Press to select from levels
1 (low) to 4 (high).
Model AFHC09AM – Press to select Low,
Medium or High.
Timer Adjustment Button
(Model AFHC21AM Only)
Press to select from timer hour settings 1 hr.,
2 hr. or 4 hr. The air purifier will run for the
selected number of hours and then turn off.
Filter Reset Button
The filter reset indicator light will come
on when the filter needs to be replaced.
To reset the filter indicator after replacing
the filter, if no filter lights are on:
For the Pre-Filter, press the FILTER RESET
button once and the Pre light will flash; then
press and hold for 2 seconds. The indicator
light for the filter will go off.
For the 99.97% True HEPA Filter, press
the FILTER RESET button twice and the
HEPA light will flash; then press and hold
for 2 seconds. The indicator light for the filter
will go off.
To reset the filter indicator after replacing
the filter, if one or both lights are on:
press and hold the FILTER RESET button
for 2 seconds. One or both indicator lights
will go off.
Filter reset
indicators
About the controls on the air purifier. ge.com
Manual Controls
Remote Control – Model AFHC21AM Only
Power On/Off Button
Press to turn the air purifier on and off.
Fan Speed Adjustment Button
Press to adjust the fan motor speed setting.
Press to select from levels 1 (low) to 4 (high).
Timer Adjustment Button
Press to select from timer hour settings
1 hr., 2 hr. or 4 hr. The air purifier will run
for the selected number of hours and then
turn off.
Battery – CR2025
Install the battery that comes with the remote
control. Remove the clip from the end of the remote
control. Install the battery into the clip. Replace
the clip into the remote control.
Fan speed indicators Timer indicators
Power On/Off
indicator
Model AFHC21AM Model AFHC09AM
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SPEED
TIMER
Power On/Off
button
Timer adjustment
button
Fan speed
adjustment button
Remote body
Battery clip Battery
3
Fan speed indicators
Power On/Off
indicator
Filter reset
indicators

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Compact Size and Powerful Air Cleaning
This air purifier uses a True HEPA Filter to maximize the efficiency of air cleaning. It removes 99.97%
of airborne particles 0.3 microns or larger that pass through the filter.
Optional Activated Charcoal Filter
The Charcoal Filter helps eliminate food odors and unpleasant smells from the room. This filter is optional.
Washable Pre-Filter
The permanent Pre-Filter prolongs the life of your 99.97% True HEPA Filter by trapping large particles in the air
initially.
Filter Replacement Timer
This air purifier will let you know when it is time to replace your filters for maximum air cleaning.
High Airflow Rate and Low-Noise Fan
This air purifier has a high airflow rate with a low-noise fan to reduce pollutants in the air with minimal noise.
Design
This air purifier has a switch that is installed to turn off the unit if the front cover is opened.
Remote Control
Model AFHC21AM has a remote control to allow you to control the air purifier from across the room.
About the air purifier.
Product Features
Control panel
Product Identification
Remote control
(Model
AFHC21AM only)
Remote control
sensor (Model
AFHC21AM only)
Ventilation inlet
Front cover
Handle
Ventilation outlet
Power cord
SPEED
TIMER
Rating label

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Location
■Your air purifier has a minimum clearance
requirement of 8″from the sides and back
and a minimum clearance of 24″from the top.
■This appliance is not to be mounted on a wall
or in a window.
■Do not block the front cover and/or ventilation
outlet or inlet. This could cause a fire hazard
and will reduce the effectiveness of the unit.
■ WARNING: Do not run the cord under
carpeting. Do not cover the cord with throw rugs,
runners or similar coverings. Do not route the cord
under furniture or appliances. Arrange the cord
away from traffic areas and where it will not be
tripped over.
5
8″min. 8″min.
Air Filtration System
99.97% True HEPA Filter
Charcoal Filter
(optional)
Pre-Filter
24″min.
Installation
Front cover