GMC GMC500AP User manual

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AIR PURIFIER
USER MANUAL
MODEL: GMC500AP

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT NOTES ………………………………………………………3
SAFETY INFORMATION ………………………………………………….4,5
SPECFICATIONS……………………………………………………………6
FEATURES ……………………………………………………………………7
PRODUCT INTRODUCTION ………………………………………………..8
CONTROL PANEL ………………………………………………………………9
OPERATIONS …………………………………………………………………10,11,12,13
WIFI ……………………………………………………………………………..14,15
MAINTENANCE/CLEANING ……………………………………………….16
TROUBLESHOOTING ………………………………………………………17,18
SERVICE AND WARRANTY ……………………………………………..19

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IMPORTANT NOTES
Dear Customer
Your new GMC Air Purifier has been manufactured in a state-of-the-art
facility and has passed the strictest quality control procedures. Please
read this manual carefully before using your appliance for the first time
and then please store this manual in a safe place for future reference.
Thank you again for choosing GMC. If you have any issues at all with
your product or any questions then the quickest route for resolution is to
please contact us through our website www.gmcaircon.co.za or on 012-
661-1173. We will be able to resolve any issues that may arise and our
technical team is always on hand for assistance. We pride ourselves on
100% customer satisfaction and we trust you will enjoy your new
product.

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Important Safety Information
Safety
Read this user manual carefully before you use the appliance, and save it for future
reference.
Danger
Do not clean the appliance with water, any other liquid, or a (flammable) detergent
to avoid electric shock and/or a fire hazard.
Do not spray any flammable materials such as insecticides or fragrance around the
appliance.
Warning
Check if the voltage indicated on the appliance corresponds to the local power
voltage before you connect the appliance.
If the power cord is damaged, you must have it replaced by a GMC technician.
Please contact us on 012-661-1173 or www.gmcaircon.com
Do not use the appliance if the adaptor, the power cord, or the appliance itself is
damaged.
Only use the approved adapter provided with the appliance.
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
Children shall not play with the appliance.
Do not block the air inlet and outlet.
Do not place any items on top of the air outlet, or in front of the air inlet.
Make sure that foreign objects do not fall into the appliance through the air outlet.
Caution
This appliance is not a substitute for proper ventilation, regular vacuum cleaning, or
use of an extractor hood or fan while cooking.

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Always place and use the appliance on a dry, stable, level, and horizontal surface.
Leave at least 20cm free space around the appliance and leave at least 30cm free
space above the appliance.
Do not sit or stand on the appliance.
Do not place anything on top of the appliance.
Do not place the appliance directly below an air conditioner to prevent condensation
from dripping onto the appliance.
Only use the original GMC filters specially intended for this appliance. Do not use any
other filters.
Combustion of the filter may cause irreversible human hazard and/ or jeopardize
other lives.
Do not use the filter as fuel or for similar purpose.
Avoid knocking against the appliance (the air inlet and outlet in particular) with hard
objects.
Do not insert your fingers or objects into the air outlet or the air inlet to prevent
physical injury or malfunctioning of the appliance.
Do not use this appliance when you have used indoor smoke-type insect repellents
or in places with oily residues, burning incense, or chemical fumes.
Do not use the appliance near gas appliances, heating devices or fireplaces.
Always turn off the air purifier first, then unplug adapter from wall outlet, when you
want to moving, cleaning appliance, replacing the filters or carry out other
maintenance.
The appliance is only intended for household use under normal operating conditions.
Do not use the appliance in wet surroundings or in surroundings with high ambient
temperatures, such as the bathroom, toilet, or kitchen, or in a room with major
temperature changes.
The appliance does not remove carbon monoxide (CO) or radon (Rn).It cannot be
used as a safety device in case of accidents with combustion processes and
hazardous chemicals.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Model
GMC500AP
Voltage
220V
Power Consumption
60W
CADR
500m3/h
Weight
10.04kg
Dimension
400(L)x260(W)x640(H)mm
Noise（Sleep mode）
≤30dB(A )

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FEATURES
•4 In 1 Filter
•8hrs Timer
•ANION
•Auto Mode
•Child Lock
•Dual Sensor
•Filter Replacement Reminder
•H13 HEPA Filter
•PM2.5 Data Indicator
•Sleep Mode
•UV Lamp
•WIFI Control

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PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
Air Outlet
Sensor
Control Panel
Back Cover
Air Inlet (on both sides)
Detachable Cable Interface
Description-Fig.1
Indicator Light
Timer Setting Power Mode setting
Description-Fig.2

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Air Quality Indicator Light
PM2.5
UV
Auto Mode
Sleep Mode
Description-Fig.3
Power
Mode
Timer Setting
Sleep Mode
Description-Fig.4
Child Lock
Sterilize
Speed
Ion
Filter Change
5
STERILIZE
TIMER MODE SPEED
ION
LOCK
Top Speed
WIFI
Ion
SLEEP RESET

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FILTER CHECK
N.B. Please ensure you remove the plastic
covering from the filter inside the unit.

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FILTER INSTRUCTIONS
1 .Take off the back cover
2 .Take out washable pre-filter and composite filter from the device,
remove the packing bag of composite filter and re-insert both filters into
the device, make sure the textile handle of composite filter is facing
toward to back cover.
3 .Take out the detachable power cable from accessory bag, connect
power cable to the interface at device bottom.
4.Connect the device to power supply.

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OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS
1. After connecting to power supply, with an indicating tone, the device enters
standby mode, there is a twinkle light on power button.
2. Power
By soft pressing the power button, the device will be turned on or off.
3. Mode Setting
By soft pressing the button of mode setting, the device will switch as followings:
A (Auto Mode) → T (Turbo Mode) → A (Auto Mode)
When working at A (Auto Mode), the device will choose the most suitable fan speed
according to real-time air quality around it.
When working at top speed mode, it shows “T” on LED display panel, and the device
operates at maximal effectiveness of purification.
Air Quality
Light Indicator
Fan Speed
Good
Green
Low
Moderate
Orange
Medium
Unhealthy
Red
High
Very Unhealthy
Flashing Red
Top
4. Timer
By soft pressing the timer button, you can set the running time of the device from 1
hour to 8 hours.
5. Sleep Mode
When working at sleep mode, it shows “S” on LED display panel, and the device
operates at low fan speed and minimal noise.
6. Child Lock
Press the lock button on remote control to activate child lock function, or long press
the same button for 5 seconds to unlock the device.

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7. Speed
Press speed button to control the speed from 1 to 4 when it is under Normal mode.
8. ION/UV
When turning on the device, ion and UV function will be activated automatically, it
shows “ION” and “UV” on LED display panel. Ion and UV function can be controlled
by remote control separately. It is not suggested to turn on/off UV function frequently,
which will affect the service life of UV component.
9. Filter life indicator and reset after changing filter
Remaining life time (purify percentage %) of current filter will be shown on LED
display panel for few seconds as soon as turning on the device, or users can check it
by short pressing the “reset” button on remote control as well.
Filter should be replaced when its life time showing 5% on panel screen . and the
device (with a “di-di” buzzer sounds ) will remind you replace the filter as well.
When turning on the device, either long press the “mode setting” button on device for
5 seconds, or long press the “reset” button on remote control, the purify percentage
will restart to 100% (new filter).

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WIFI
1. Download the "SmartLife" App （scan the below QR code）and install onto the
user's smart-phone.
The app can also be downloaded on the following links
https://e.tuya.com/smartlife
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/tuya-smart/id1034649547
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tuya.smart&hl=en_ZA&gl=US
2. When turning on the device, long press the button of “Timer” for 5
seconds, with a warning buzzer sounds, Wifi function of the device
is activated and Wifi icon flashes on LED display panel.
3. Connect the device with the specified application on your
smartphone, Wifi icon will be lighten without flashing on LED display
panel.

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4. Turn on Bluetooth, click “Add Device” on the application
5. Select the desired air purifier from found devices
6. Connect successfully

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Cleaning
Note: Never use abrasive, aggressive, or flammable cleaning agents such as bleach
or alcohol to clean any part of the appliance.
Cleaning the body of the air purifier
Regularly clean the inside and outside of the air purifier to prevent dust from
collecting.
1 Use a soft, dry cloth to clean both the interior and exterior of the air purifier.
2 The air outlet can also be cleaned with a dry, soft cloth.
Cleaning the air quality sensor
Clean the air quality sensor every two months for optimal functioning of the
appliance.
Note:
• If the air purifier is used in a dusty environment, it may need to be cleaned more
often.
• If the humidity level in the room is very high, condensation may develop on the air
quality sensor and the air quality light may indicate a poorer air quality even though
the air quality is actually good. If this occurs, clean the air quality sensor or use the
air purifier on a manual speed setting.
Note: if you use a high power/ industrial vacuum cleaner, it may damage
the filter.

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TROUBLE SHOOTING
Phenomenon
Reason & Solution
The airflow that
comes out of the air
outlet is significantly
weaker than before.
The surface of the filter is dirty. Clean the surface of the
filter (see the cleaning instructions for filter).
The air quality does
not improve, even
thoughthe
appliance
has been operating
for a long time.
• Check if the packing material is removed from the filter.
• Make sure that the filter is properly installed.
• The air quality sensor is dirty or wet. Clean the air quality
sensor
• Room size is large or the outdoor air quality is poor.
For optimum purification performance, please close the
doors and windows when operating the air purifier.
• There are indoor pollution resources. For instances,
smoking, cooking, incense.
• Filter reaches the end of life. Replace the filter with a new
one.
The appliance
produces a strange
smell.
Please ensure you have removed the plastic over the
HEPA filter. The first few times you use the appliance, it
may produce a plastic smell. This is normal. However, if
the appliance produces a burnt smell even if removing the
filter, contact us at www.gmcaircon.com or 012-661-1173.
The filter may produce smell after being used for a while
because of the absorption of indoor gases. It’s
recommended that you reactivate the filter by putting it
in direct sunlight for repeated use. If odor still exists,
replace the filter.
Three gear indicator
lights up at the
same time
There is a machine malfunction. Please cut off the power
immediately and contact us on 012-661-1173 or
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E1
Please ensure all sensors have been cleaned on the air

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The appliance is
extra loud.
• Check if the packing of the filter is removed.
• The appliance will run in high speed when the air quality
is poor, which will cause higher noises. When using the
appliance in a bedroom at night, choose the Sleep speed.
• if anything drops into air outlet, it may also cause
abnormal loud sounds. Immediate turn off appliance, turn
appliance upside down, to get foreign objectives out of
appliance.
The appliance still
indicates that I need
to replace a filter,
but I already did.
Perhaps you did not reset the filter lifetime counter. Switch
on the appliance. If the filter has been replaced, the filter
change indicator must be reset again. long press the
POWER button for 5 seconds to reset the air purifier.
The device cannot
be switched on:
•Is the plug inserted correctly?
•Has the fuse blown or is there no voltage at the socket?
•Is the front cover fitted correctly?
E2
•Odor malfunction. –Please reboot the unit. If the problem
persists please contact us on 012-661-1173 or
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SERVICE AND WARRANTY
GMC Airconditioning CC was established in 1995 and is one of South Africa's leading
cooling and heating companies. We pride ourselves on 100% customer satisfaction
and have the highest online rating of all heating and cooling companies in South
Africa. We will strive to ensure you are 100% satisfied with your product.
In the rare case of encountering any issues with your product or would like some
support please contact us directly on 012-661-1173 or www.gmcaircon.co.za as this
will allow us to react quickly to your request. If you have bought this product from
one of our partner platforms, then contacting us directly will allow us to resolve the
issue for you in a timelier fashion. We are here to help you and ensure you are
100% satisfied.
Please read this instruction manual carefully before setting up or using this product.
If you believe this product to be suffering from a manufacturing fault, or if you have
any inquiries about this product, please contact our customer support.
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
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