Sharp Plasmacluster IG-BL20E User manual

Plasmacluster Ion Generator
OPERATION MANUAL
IG-BL20E
Device of this mark is a trademark of Sharp Corporation.
Plasmacluster is a registered trademark or a trademark
of Sharp Corporation.
Read and keep this manual carefully.
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*The number in this technology mark indicates
an approximate number of ions supplied into
air of 1 cm3, which is measured around the
center of a room with the applicable floor
area (at 1.2 m height above the  oor) at the
maximum wind volume, when plasmacluster
ion evolving equipment using the high-density
plasmacluster ion evolving unit is placed
close to a wall.
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Thank you for purchasing this SHARP Plasmacluster Ion Generator. Please
read this manual carefully before using Plasmacluster Ion Generator.
After reading, keep the manual in a convenient location for future reference.
The information provided in this manual is subject to change without no-
tice.
CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ......................E-2
• WARNING............................................................................E-2
• CAUTIONS CONCERNING OPERATION........................... E-2
• INSTALLATION GUIDELINES .............................................E-2
PARTS NAME.....................................................................E-3
• FRONT.................................................................................E-3
• BACK ...................................................................................E-3
INSTALLATION POSITION .............................................E-4
OPERATION .......................................................................E-4
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE.................................E-5
• MAIN UNIT...........................................................................E-5
• FILTER ................................................................................. E-5
PLASMACLUSTER ION GENERATING UNIT REPLACEMENT
... E-6
HOW TO REPLACE THE PLASMACLUSTER ION GENERATING UNIT
... E-7
SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................E-8
TROUBLESHOOTING......................................................E-8
• While IG-BL20E can inactivate suspended viruses and other con-
taminants, it cannot create a completely sterile environment. SHARP
does not guarantee its ability to prevent microbial infection.
• To enable stable emission of high-density Plasmacluster ions, the
Plasmacluster Ion Generating Unit mounted in IG-BL20E will need to
be replaced periodically*.
*Replacement is required approximately every 2 years (17,500 hours) when oper-
ated 24 hours a day. IG-BL20E will stop operating after about 26 months (19,000
hours) if the Plasmacluster Ion Generating Unit is not replaced.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following :
WARNING - To reduce the risk of electrical shock, re, or injury :
• Read all instructions before using the unit.
• Use only a 220-240 volt outlet.
• DO NOT use the unit if the power cord or plug is damaged, or the connection to the wall outlet is loosened.
• Periodically remove dust from the plug.
• DO NOT insert ngers or foreign objects into the air intake or air outlet.
• Always hold the plug and never pull on the cord when removing the power plug.
Electrical shock and/or re from a short circuit may result.
• DO NOT remove the plug when your hands are wet.
• DO NOT use the unit near gas appliances or replaces.
• If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, a Sharp
Authorized Service Center or similarly qualied person in order to avoid a hazard.
• Be cautious when cleaning the unit.
Strong corrosive cleansers may damage the exterior.
• DO NOT operate when using aerosol insecticides or in rooms where there is oily residue, incense, sparks
from lit cigarettes, chemical fumes in the air, or in locations where the unit may get wet, such as a bath-
room.
• Only a Sharp Authorized Service Center should service this Plasmacluster Ion Generator.
Contact the nearest Service Center for any problems, adjustments, or repairs.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or in-
struction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
CAUTIONS CONCERNING OPERATION:
• Do not ride the main unit and do not sit on or lean it, it may cause injury or malfunction.
• DO NOT block the air intake and/or air outlet.
• DO NOT use the unit near or on hot objects, such as stoves or heaters or where it may come into contact
with steam.
• Always operate the main unit in an upright position.
• Clean the exterior with a soft cloth only, otherwise the main unit surface may be damaged or cracked.
• Keep the main unit away from water.
INSTALLATION GUIDELINES:
• Place at least 2m away from equipment utilizing electric waves such as televisions or radios to avoid elec-
trical interference when using the unit.
• Avoid using in locations where the unit is exposed to condensation or drastic temperature changes. Appro-
priate room temperature is between 0-35ºC.
• Avoid locations where grease or oily smoke is generated, otherwise the main unit surface may crack as a
result.
NOTE - Radio or TV Interference:
If this Plasmacluster Ion Generator may cause interference to radio or television reception,
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the distance between the unit and radio/TV 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.
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PARTS NAME
BACK
FRONT
DISPLAY
Lights Control Button
Filter Reset Button
(3sec)
Unit Replacing Light
Filter Clean Light
Operation Button
Fan Speed Indicator
LOW
MED
HIGH
Front Louver
Air Outlet (Front)
Caution Label
Back Louver
Air Outlet (Back)
Cluster Door
Power Cord
Plug
(Shape of plug depends
on country)
Handle
Plasmacluster Ion
Generating Unit
Filter (Air Intake)
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INSTALLATION POSITION
Place the main unit on a smooth, stable surface in a room, and insert the plug into
an outlet.
Installation Guidance
Leave at least 10cm of clearance behind the unit.
UPSIDE More than 60cm
DO NOT USE the below items
near the unit.
silicone-containing products*
SPRAY WAX PESTICIDES
*Hair care products, cosmetic products,
water proof sprays, polish glass
cleaner, wipe and wax.
SIDE More than
60cm
B A C K S I D E M o r e
than 10cm
SIDE More than
60cm
OPERATION
Press the operation button to directly turn on the power and
select the preferred mode.
Operation Button
Lights Control Button LOW
MED
'OFF'
Release high-density
Plasmacluster ions quietly.
Release high-density
Plasmacluster ions at
medium fan speed.
Release high-density
Plasmacluster ions at high
fan speed.
HIGH
Power 'OFF'.
LIGHTS CONTROL
If you feel indicator lights are too bright, press
the LIGHTS CONTROL Button. The brightness
is changed.
bright
dark
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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
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WARNING:
When cleaning the unit, be sure to rst unplug the power cord,
and never handle the plug with wet hands.
Electrical shock and/or bodily injury may occur as a result.
MAIN UNIT
Every month or more often if necessary
Wipe with a dry soft cloth.
<For Stubborn Dirt>
Use water and a mild detergent.
And then, wipe with a wet cloth.
Make sure to dry out the main unit.
FILTER
Every 1 week or more often if necessary
Filter
<FILTER CLEAN LIGHT>
FILTER CLEAN LIGHT lights up after approx.
1 month (approx, 720 hours), when operated
24 hours a day. Press FILTER RESET Button, it sounds "♪" and the
light is turned off.
Lighting (orange)
Detach the lter and remove dust with using a vacuum cleaner.
Detach Clean Attach
Tab
Push the both tabs toward arrow. Set one side of the lter tab rst.
Push and set the another side of lter tab
toward arrow.
<FILTER RESET Button>
After cleaning, press FILTER RESET Button for 3
seconds. The FILTER CLEAN LIGHT will go off.
Even if the FILTER CLEAN LIGHT is off, press the
FILTER RESET Button for 3 seconds after clean-
ing.
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Elapsed Time Display Message
Beginning to use. Operate normally.
Approx. 1 year and
10 months. (Approx.
16,000 hours)
The Plasmacluster
Ion Generating Unit
is soon be replaced.
Approx. 2 years. (Ap-
prox. 17,500 hours)
Suggest replacing
Plasmacluster Ion
Generating Unit.
Approx. 2 years and
2 months. (Approx.
19,000 hours)
•Unit stops operation.
•Replace the
Plasmacluster Ion
Generating Unit.
PLASMACLUSTER ION GENERATING UNIT REPLACEMENT
In order to release Plasmacluster Ion stably, periodical replacement of Plasmaclus-
ter Ion Generating Unit is necessary.
The Unit Replacing Light lights up as a reminder for replacement.
Plasmacluster Ion Generating Unit for Replacement
*Usage environment affects the lifetime of the Plasmacluster Ion Generator.
The Plasmacluster Ion Generator may stop operating before estimated lifetime.
In this case, press Operation button again and restart.
If this does not help, replace with a new Plasmacluster Ion Generating Unit.
<For Disposal>
Please dispose the used Plasmacluster Ion Generating
Unit according to any local laws and regulations.
-materials-
• Case : Acrylonitrile Butadiene styrene (ABS)
• Unit : Polybtutylene Terephthalate (PBT), Electric parts.
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Plasmacluster Ion Generating Unit
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*When replacing the Plasmacluster Ion Generating Unit, be sure to turn off the
main unit, unplug the power cord, and never handle the plug with wet hands.
HOW TO REPLACE THE PLASMACLUSTER ION GENERATING UNIT
1
2
Remove the 2 screws by the one like the coin, and open the Cluster Door.
Remove the Plasmacluster Ion Generating Unit by the handle.
Replace the new Plasmacluster Ion Generating Unit.
Fix it into the main unit rmly.
*Never touch the connector terminal of Plasmacluster Ion Generating Unit.
*After replacing the Plasmacluster Ion Generating Unit, press the Operation
Button.
Fill the replacement date on the label of side of the main unit.
3
2 screws
Plasmacluster Ion
Generating Unit
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Problem WHAT TO DO
•It’s time to replace Plasmacluster Ion Generating
Unit.
Replace with a new Plasmacluster Ion Generat-
ing Unit. (See page E-7)
•
Plasmacluster Ions are not released. Dust may block the lter,
clean the lter.(See page E-5)
If the lights are still ashing after cleaning lter, unplug and
contact the store you purchased or Sharp service center.
•Filter is getting dirty. Clean the lter.
After cleaning the filter, press FILTER RESET
Button for 3 seconds. (See page E-5)
•Conrm the Plasmacluster Ion Generating Unit is
set correct position, and press the Operation But-
ton to restart. (See page E-7)
•Failure
Unplug the power cord and contact the store you
purchased or Sharp service center.
*1 The applicable floor area for which an emitted airborne ion density of about 25,000 ions/cm3can be
measured at a point near the center of the room (at a height of about 1.2m from the floor), during
operation at the HIGH mode when the main unit is placed near a wall.
*2 Ion count per cm3blown into air at around the center of the room ( at a height of approx. 1.2m from the
oor) during operation at each airstream setting when the main unit is placed near the wall.
• The number of ions will vary according to the room conditions and operation mode.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Before calling for service, please review the TROUBLESHOOTING chart below.
The problem may not be a unit malfunctions.
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Model IG-BL20E
Power supply 220-240V,50/60 Hz
Fan Speed Adjustment HIGH MED LOW
Power consumption(W) 13 8.5 5.5
Airow volume(m3/hour) 270 210 156
Applicable oor area(m2)*1 20
Ion density(ions/cm3)*2 25,000 12,000 7,000
Cord Length(m) 1.8
Outer dimensions(mm) 392(W)x182(D)x500(H)
Weight(kg) 5.8
SPECIFICATIONS
Standby Power In order to operate the electrical circuits while the power plug is inserted in the wall outlet, this
product consumes about 0.8W of standby power.
For energy conservation, unplug the power cord when the unit is not in use.
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SHARP CORPORATION
Osaka, Japan
Printed in China
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