Molekule Air Pro User manual

Molekule Air Pro
User Manual

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THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Place it in a big space.
Air Pro will work in any room, but giving it space away from walls will help maximize
clean air circulation. It’s designed for large, multi-usage rooms, up to 800 sq. ft., like
offices, large bedrooms, living rooms, and open floor plans.
Run it 24/7.
Air Pro uses low energy to keep fresh air flowing.
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Best practices

Setting up
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Push down on center core,
turn counterclockwise
and release. Core will rise
on its own. Lift it off.
Remove PECO-Filter
from plastic wrapper
and place back in.
Align red line inside shell
with red line on core so it
falls into place.
Push down and turn
clockwise until it
locks into place.
Unwind cord and plug
into power outlet.
Download the Molekule
app to complete setup
and enable control from
your phone.
Place away from walls for optimal airflow.

Good
PECO-Filter
86%
Good
Standard
Quiet
Manual
Auto Protect
z
PM10
PM2.5
Good
PM1.0
Moderate
Bad
Standby
Device details
Languages
Reset
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Tap the touch screen once to awaken your device and get a glance at the
PM sensor level and current status of your Air Pro.
Controls & interface
Home screen
Swipe left and right to switch between
the five screens:
PM sensor level SettingsFan modes PECO-Filter status
A WiFi symbol indicates connectivity issues.
A filter symbol indicates that your PECO-Filter is nearly used up
(orange) or needs to be replaced (red).
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Modes & states
Home screen
See your overall particle level, from Good (green) to Very bad (purple).Your fan-speed
mode is displayed at the top. Access the fan-speed menu by swiping or tapping
the top of the screen. Access the PM (particulate matter) sensor menu by tapping
anywhere else on the screen.

Modes & states
PECO-Filter status
Track the status of your PECO-Filter and see when your next filter
refill is scheduled to ship.
Good
There’s no need to replace your PECO-Filter.
Replace soon
Your PECO-Filter is nearing recommended replacement time.
Replace
Your PECO-Filter has reached recommended replacement time.
Replace the existing one.
Replace now
Your PECO-Filter should be replaced immediately because it has exceeded its
recommended replacement time. The device will repeatedly go on standby after
extended use until the PECO-Filter is replaced.
Always use certified Molekule PECO-Filters. If the authenticity of the filter can’t
be verified, the device will not start and an error message will be displayed.
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Settings
• Standby
Powers down the fan and UV lights. Wake by tapping the screen.
• Device details
Access the device name, serial number, and firmware version.
• Languages
Change language settings.
• Reset
Erase all of the previously configured settings of your Air Pro, such as WiFi
networks and last-used fan speed. If you had previously turned off the WiFi
signal, it will turn back on.
• Disable WiFi
You can disable and re-enable WiFi here. This will prevent you from
controlling your device with the mobile app.
Fan speed selector
Navigate between Auto Protect (Standard or Quiet) and manual modes
(fan speeds 1-6).
Auto Protect – Standard
Auto Protect uses the PM sensor to measure airborne particulate
matter levels and regulate fan speed for optimal air purification.
Auto Protect – Quiet
This setting also uses the PM sensor and regulates the fan, but will not
run at high fan speeds, staying quiet while still maintaining effectiveness.
Please note: in this mode, rooms with detected levels of particles will
typically take longer to clean compared to standard Auto Protect mode.
Manual
Lets you cycle manually between the six fan speeds, from 1 (Low)
to 6 (Boost).
Modes & states
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The laser-based sensor in Air Pro is designed to detect particles, giving you a
window into the air in the room it’s operating in, to help maintain clean air.Using a
laser and light-sensitive detector, the sensor counts particles that reflect light
and gauges how much of it is in the air.
Airborne particles, or particulate matter (PM), can contain a range of microbes,
allergens, and bacteria. Air Pro’s sensor can detect three size ranges of particles,
from about 1/5th down to 1/50th the width of a human hair. But there’s more to
air pollution than just particles. While the particle sensor doesn’t measure other
types of pollution like ozone, VOCs, and some allergens, you can rest assured that
the unique PECO technology at the core of your device is working to destroy them.
What Air Pro senses in the air
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A window into your air
Inorganic
Gases Microbes Allergens VOCs
Bioaerosols
Particles Organic
Sensor’s range of detection
Particle sensor

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Auto Protect & particle levels
Understanding Auto Protect and particle levels
Auto Protect uses the laser-based particle sensor to take automatic readings
of the air in front of it and adjusts fan speed for optimal air purification in the
room in which it’s running. It’s important to note that air pollution is more than
just particles. While your device may show a low level of particles in the air, the
presence of other pollutants would remain undetected by the particle sensor.
Particle levels
See the concentration levels of PM10, PM2.5, and PM1.0. As the sensor
samples the air, it reports how many particles it detects on a four-tiered
scale, from Good (green) to Very bad (purple).
Good Moderate Bad Very bad
Molekule’s particle levels
The scale and color levels on your Air Pro measure particle concentration on a
four-tiered scale. Your device sensor is designed only to reflect the presence of
particles in a cross section of your air, not the overall air quality, which would be
based on measurements of many different types of air pollutants. A “Good” reading
on your device may mean a low volume of particles detected in the air, but air
pollution is complex and based on hundreds of factors. The recommendations
on the following pages are based solely on the levels of particles detected by
the sensor.

Your Air Pro is detecting a low level
of particles in the room.
We suggest running your device on
Auto Protect or at the lowest
fan speed.
Your Air Pro is detecting a moderate
level of particles in the room.
We suggest running your device on
Auto Protect or increasing fan speed
to continue cleaning the air.
Good Moderate
Particle levels
Auto Protect & particle levels
Your Air Pro is detecting a high level
of particles in the room.
We suggest running your device on
Auto Protect or increasing fan speed
to continue cleaning the air.
Bad
Your Air Pro is detecting a very
high level of particles in the room.
We suggest running your device on
Auto Protect or increasing the fan
to the highest speed to continue
cleaning the air.
Very bad
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Auto Protect & particle levels
Particle sensor
Your Air Pro’s sensor measures different particle sizes in a cross section of the air
of the room it’s operating in, giving you insight into your air. It can sense three sizes
of particles, known as PM (particulate matter):
• PM10: Coarse particles 10 microns or smaller in width (about 1/5th of
a human hair). Includes pollen, bits of mold, dander, and other matter
common to indoor air.
• PM2.5: Fine particles 2.5 microns or smaller in width (about 1/20th of
a human hair). Includes dust, bacteria, and other matter common
to indoor air.
• PM1.0: Microfine particles 1 micron or smaller in width (about 1/50th of
a human hair). Includes smoke particles, some bacteria, and other matter
common to indoor air.
While Air Pro can read the size of particles in a cross section of the air, it cannot
read what they are.The examples in parentheses above are size references
for different types of particles. The sensor in Air Pro can measure particles down
to 0.3 microns.
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How do I replace the filter?
User servicing instructions
Push down on center core, turn
counterclockwise and release. Core
will rise on its own. Lift it off.
Remove used PECO-Filter and
discard. Unwrap new PECO-Filter
and place in device.
Align red line inside shell with red
line on core so it falls into place.
Push down and turn clockwise until
it locks into place.
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Help & support
We’re here to help. If you have issues with your device, filter, app or account:
Visit us
help.molekule.com
Call us seven days a week, 8am-5pm PT
[phone]
Frequently asked questions
How do PECO-Filter auto-refills work?
Air Pro ships with one PECO-Filter. We offer a PECO-Filter auto-refill plan to help
ensure you have clean air when you need it by shipping PECO-Filters automatically
to your doorstep.
Why does my device come with a bag of activated carbon on top and why does
it have an odor?
Like any new product, your device encounters odors and volatile organic
compounds (VOCs) during manufacturing and shipping. To reduce their initial
presence in the air before you’ve plugged in your device and activated the PECO
destruction process, each Molekule Air Pro ships with a small bag of activated
carbon, which you can dispose of. While the bag acts mostly as a deodorizer
during the shipping process, your device may still have a noticeable odor by the
time it arrives.This initial odor should dissipate within 24-48 hours of continuous
device usage.
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Why is my device’s filter status red and device shutting down?
We understand that our customers lead busy lives and may forget to change
the filter, which prevents them from having the cleanest air possible. Once a
Molekule Air Pro’s PECO-Filter status indicator is red, this means the filter is
beyond recommended usage and you should immediately replace your
PECO-Filter. If you don’t yet have your replacement filter, order it now. In the
meantime, you can temporarily restart the device by tapping the display. It will
restart for a little bit, and then repeatedly go into standby until you replace it.
Why is my device unresponsive, and I’m seeing an error message?
Something has triggered a fatal error. Unfortunately, your device is no longer
operational. Please contact Molekule Customer Support from 8am-5pm PT,
seven days a week at [phone] to see if your device is under warranty
and how to get a replacement unit.
Why won’t my device power on?
If you touch the device display and it doesn’t turn on, follow these recommended steps:
• Make sure the device is plugged into a working outlet.
• Make sure the power cord is fully plugged into the bottom of the device.
• Make sure the PECO-Filter inside the device is unwrapped.
• Make sure your PECO-Filter has been verified by inserting it into the device,
twisting the device core closed, and waiting for the PECO-Filter status
light to turn green.
Does Molekule Air Pro emit WiFi signals?
Air Pro has built-in hardware that does emit WiFi signals. You can turn WiFi radio
off in the Settings menu.
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Frequently asked questions

Never place any objects on top of the unit. Do not place the unit directly below a
shelf or other objects that might hinder the exiting air flow. Never cover vents while
the unit is running. Avoid dropping the device or placing the device on an uneven
or potentially unstable surface.To help ensure stable placement of the device and
limit risk of tipping, only place on stable, flat floor surfaces and make sure the cord
is fully clipped into the cord holder. Do not insert or drop any foreign objects or
liquids into the device. If either happens, immediately unplug the device and
contact Molekule Customer Support. If the device is demonstrating unwanted or
unexpected behavior, unplug the device and contact Molekule Customer Support.
Do not alter, clean or tinker with the PECO-Filter. Changes or damage to the
PECO-Filter may interfere with proper operation. Ensure your fingers are clear of
the space between the top core and the metal housing when placing the core
back onto the unit after filter replacement.
The LEDs in your Molekule Air Pro are meant to last the lifetime of the product.
Do not attempt to repair or replace these LEDs without explicit instruction and
approval from Molekule. Do not clean the device with any liquid cleaning agents or
water. These items pose a fire, electric shock or injury risk. The device should only
be cleaned using a dry cloth. Do not operate any device with a damaged power
cord or plug.
Do not run the power cord under carpeting or cover the cord with throw rugs,
runners or similar coverings. Do not route the cord under furniture or appliances.
Keep the cord away from high-traffic areas to avoid a tripping hazard.
Always carry your Molekule Air Pro by the handle. Do not carry by housing or base.
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Safety precautions & warnings

Disclaimer
Your Molekule Air Pro’s sensor is intended be comparable to other commercially
available consumer air sensors. At sufficient concentrations, it is sensitive to all
physical particles, like dust, smoke, components of vehicle exhaust, soot, and
many other airborne substances. Internal testing has shown Molekule Air Pro’s
sensor is accurate to a factor of two or better compared to certain sensors used
in laboratories to study atmospheric composition.
The levels of particles it reports may not precisely conform to other methods of
measuring particulate matter pollution. Rather, they are intended to be a close
estimation of the particulate level in the room in which it’s currently operating.
Excessive moisture is the primary cause of inaccurate readings, as the sensor can
mistake harmless airborne water vapor for particulate matter. For more information
about the difference between the equipment used in scientific laboratories to
study the composition of the atmosphere and consumer air quality sensors,
visit this blog page (molekule.science/consumer-grade-air-quality-sensors-are-
they-good-enough/).
People who are: immunocompromised; have compromised heart or lung function;
have a history of asthma, heart disease, or any other heart and lung conditions;
children; and the elderly should always follow any action plans for asthma attacks,
heart problems, or any other health issue regardless of the particulate levels
reported by the Molekule sensor.”
The sensor in your Molekule device only detects particulate matter. All other types
of pollution are not included in the levels reported. The sensor and air purifier are
not medical devices and the information they provide is not intended to diagnose,
treat, cure, or prevent any disease or condition. Consult your doctor if you are
unsure what levels of particulate matter are safe for you, and visit www.airnow.gov
for more information on particulate matter and all aspects of air pollution.
As with any product, your device uses new plastics and materials in its
manufacture. We do all we can to minimize off-gassing from these materials,
including shipping each device with carbon filters to absorb smells. Despite this,
there may be a noticeable smell during the first 24-48 hours of use, which is
safe and expected. If these odors are produced by VOCs, the particulate matter
sensor in your Molekule Air Pro will be unable to detect their presence or
automatically adjust the fan speed to remove them. Nevertheless, this particular
type of off-gassing is harmless and temporary. After the initial settling period,
scents should significantly subside. At that point, your filter has reached
full effectiveness.

Molekule warrants that for a period of two years from shipment, your Molekule
Air Pro unit (the “Product”) will be free from defects in materials and workmanship
under normal use in accordance with the documentation provided with the
Product. In the event of a defect, visit Molekule at molekule.com/contact for
return instructions.
Molekule’s policy is to honor product warranties only on products purchased
directly from Molekule or from authorized Molekule resellers, and only if
accompanied by a receipt or proof of purchase. A list of Molekule’s authorized
resellers is available on Molekule’s website. If you purchase a Molekule product
from an unauthorized dealer or if the original factory serial number has been
removed, defaced or altered, your Molekule product warranty will be deemed
invalid. Shipping charges may apply except where prohibited by applicable law.
Limited warranty information
Molekule’s sole obligation under this warranty will be at its option to repair or
replace the Product and the replaced Product will be warranted for the remaining
period of the original warranty. Replacement Products may contain new or
refurbished parts.This warranty does not apply to Products damaged by misuse,
accident, electrical disturbance or normal wear and tear. The Product is not
designed for or warranted against damage from use in areas subject to extreme
temperature, excessive moisture, or other inherently hazardous environments, or
use of unauthorized filters or other components. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO THE
DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY. EXCEPT FOR THE LIMITED EXPRESS WARRANTIES
SET FORTH ABOVE, MOLEKULE DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS. Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how
long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights
which vary by jurisdiction.
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This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation. NOTE:This equipment has been tested and found
to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation.This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC statement
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This device and its antenna(e) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction
with any other antenna or transmitter.
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment.
This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm
between the radiator & your body.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Responsible party: Molekule Inc. 1301 Folsom Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
Phone number: [phone]
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This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
L’émetteur/récepteur exempt de licence contenu dans le présent appareil est
conforme aux CNR d’Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada
applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée
aux deux conditions suivantes :
1. L’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage.
2. L’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si
le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.
For products available in the USA/Canada market, only channels 1 to 11 can be
operated. Selection of other channels is not possible.
IC statement
Pour les produits disponibles aux États-Unis / Canada du marché, seul le canal
1 à 11 peuvent être exploités. Sélection d’autres canaux n’est pas possible.
IC Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with IC RSS-102 radiation exposure limits set forth
for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and
operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.
The transmitter module may not be co-located with any other transmitter
or antenna.
Cet équipement est conforme aux limites d’exposition aux rayonnements IC
établies pour un environnement non contrôlé. Cet équipement doit être
installé et utilisé avec un minimum de 20cm de distance entre la source de
rayonnement et votre corps.
Le module émetteur peut ne pas être coïmplanté avec un autre émetteur
ou antenne.
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