Hamilton Beach TrueAir User manual

TrueAir™Air Cleaner
840086600
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USA: 1-800-851-8900
Canada : 1-800-267-2826
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Consumer Safety Information
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
READ AND SAVE
THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Air Cleaner Safety
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed including the following:
1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.
2. To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, plug the air cleaner
directly into a 120V AC electrical outlet.
3. To protect against electrical hazards do not immerse in water or
other liquids.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or
near children, or by invalids.
5. Always unplug the air cleaner before moving it, opening the grill,
changing filters, before cleaning, or whenever the air cleaner is
not in use.
6. Do not put foreign objects inside the air cleaner.
7. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged plug, if fan fails to
rotate, or after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped
or damaged in any manner. Return the appliance to Hamilton
Beach/Proctor-Silex for examination, electrical or mechanical
adjustment or repair.
8. Use the appliance only for intended household use as described
in this manual.
9. Do not use outdoors.
10. Never block the air opening.
11. Keep away from heated surfaces.
12. This appliance is NOT a toy.
• This appliance is intended for household use only.
• Do not immerse in water.
• Do not install the unit where water can splash on it or near an
open window.
• Do not place foreign objects inside the unit.
• Do not use air cleaner with a customized or non-standard outlet.
• Do not obstruct the vents. Keep clear of drapes and furniture.
• Not suitable for use in hazardous locations such as in the presence
of flammable or volatile vapors.
• Instruct children never to interfere with the unit.
• Do not use with extension cords or multi-plug adaptors.
• Use with a properly functioning electrical outlet only.
• WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
use this fan with any solid-state speed control device or dimmer
switch.
• This product is not a toy. For adult use only.
• Do not use near cooking areas. This air cleaner is not intended to
be used as an exhaust fan to remove smoke and grease resulting
from cooking.
The foam strip is to maintain proper
placement and quiet operation.
Do not remove. Call the toll-free
customer service number for a
replacement strip.
Foam
Strip
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How to Use Your Air Cleaner
1. Open the cover of air cleaner as
illustrated.
2. Remove plastic bag from the
filter before installing the filter.
Place the filter in the air cleaner,
fitting notched corner of filter
around notched edge of
air cleaner.
3. Close the cover of the air
cleaner until it snaps into place.
4. Advance the Filter Replacement
Indicator one month ahead of
the current month if the air cleaner is used continuously
for strong odors. Advance the indicator up to four months
ahead if it is used only occasionally.
NOTE: The life of the filter is determined by use. If the air
cleaner is used continuously for strong odors, such as a
cat litter box or diaper pail, it may need to be replaced at
1 month. If only used occasionally, such as in a guest
bathroom, it may last up to 4 months.
Notched
Corner
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Parts and Features
1. Opening Tabs
2. Vents
3. Housing
4. ON Light
5. Filter Replacement
Indicator (see inset)
6. ON/OFF
Switch
7. Filter
8. Grill
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To Replace the Filter
NOTE: A filter should last 1 to 4 months, depending on use.
1. Remove air cleaner from the outlet. Open cover of air
cleaner and remove the used filter.
2. Discard used filter. Remove plastic bag from new filter
before installing. Use Hamilton Beach filter, part number
04290, 04291, or 04294.
3. Reset the Filter Replacement Indicator.
Customer Service
If you have a question about your air cleaner, call our
toll-free customer service number. Before calling, please
note the model, type, and series numbers and fill in that
information below. These numbers can be found on the
back of your air cleaner. This information will help us answer
your question much more quickly.
MODEL:_____________ TYPE:_____________ SERIES: ______________
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Cleaning
1. Unplug the unit before cleaning.
2. Wipe the exterior housing with a clean, dry cloth only.
3. To clean the grill, wipe with a damp cloth or use a vacuum
cleaner to remove lint or debris.
4. Do not use detergents, solvents, or spray cleaners.
Do not immerse unit in water or other liquid.
5. Plug in air cleaner as illustrated.
NOTE: Outlets in older homes
may not hold the air cleaner
securely. If the air cleaner seems
“loose” within the outlet, please
contact a qualified electrician to
replace the obsolete outlet.
6. Press the ON switch. The green
ON Light will indicate that the unit
is on.
NOTE: You may leave the air cleaner on constantly or only
use occasionally for strong odors. The air cleaner is
designed to work best when plugged in within six feet of
the odor source. The air cleaner will reduce, not completely
eliminate, very strong odors.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a
period of two (2) years for Hamilton Beach Portfolio products or one (1) year for
Hamilton Beach products from the date of original purchase, except as noted below.
During this period, we will repair or replace this product, at our option, at no cost. THE
FOREGOING WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY, WHETHER
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WRITTEN OR ORAL INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. ANY LIABILITY IS
EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO AN AMOUNT EQUAL TO THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID, AND
ALL CLAIMS FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARE
HEREBY EXCLUDED. There is no warranty with respect to the following, which may be
supplied with this product: glass parts, glass containers, cutter/strainer, blades, and/or
agitators. This warranty extends only to the original consumer purchaser and does not
cover a defect resulting from abuse, misuse, neglect, use for commercial purposes, or
any use not in conformity with the printed directions. This warranty gives you specific
legal rights, and you may also have other legal rights which vary from state to state, or
province to province. Some states or provinces do not allow limitations on implied
warranties or special, incidental or consequential damages, so the foregoing limitations
may not apply to you.
If you have a claim under this warranty, DO NOT RETURN THE APPLIANCE TO THE
STORE! Please call our CUSTOMER SERVICE NUMBER. (For faster service please
have model, series, and type numbers ready for operator to assist you.)
CUSTOMER SERVICE NUMBERS
In the U.S. 1-800-851-8900
In Canada 1-800-267-2826
Web site address: www.hamiltonbeach.com
KEEP THESE NUMBERS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE!
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H AMILTON B EACH P ROCTOR -S ILEX ,I NC .P ROCTOR -S ILEX C ANADA ,I NC .
263 Yadkin Road
Southern Pines, NC 28387
Picton, Ontario K0K 2T0
840086600 Web site address: www.hamiltonbeach.com
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