Sonoma Breeze SB-100 User manual

Innovative Labs, LLC
Sonoma Breeze SB-100
User Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
2. About the Sonoma Breeze®
3. Safety Precautions
4. Placement and Specifications
5. Design and Function
6. Operating Instructions
9. Care and Maintenance
11. Troubleshooting
12. Warranty
16. Contact Us

About the Sonoma Breeze®
Thank you for purchasing the Sonoma Breeze®. Our uniquely
designed air cleansing process will vastly improve the quality of
the air you breathe and will transform the way you think about
air purification. We are aware there are many ‘air filtration’
products on the market today, and we look forward to proving
how valuable the Sonoma Breeze®can be in any indoor
environment.
Our technology has been tested by Lawrence Berkeley National
Laboratory, National Aeronautics and Space Administration
(NASA), Center for Disease Control (CDC), Federal Emergency
Management Administration (FEMA) and The California Air
Resource Board. The technology housed within the Sonoma
Breeze®has been designed to target formaldehyde, a volatile
organic compound used in many industries. Additionally, it will
safely remove other air contaminants such as dust, mold spores,
pet dander, viruses, bacteria, and other harmful volatile organic
compounds (VOCs). Furthermore, unlike other air filtration
systems our technology removes air pollutants without emitting
hazardous material such as ozone.
Every space is different, and the speed that your Sonoma
Breeze®cleanses the air is related to the size of the room and the
rate that VOCs are emitted into the environment. Our
distributors are able to calculate the Sonoma Breeze®product
best suited for your environment using our research data. We
have included this data as well as important health and safety
information in this manual.

Safety Precautions
When using any electrical appliance there are basic safety
precautions that should be observed to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock or injury.
Use the grounded power cable provided with your Sonoma
Breeze®.
Plug the Sonoma Breeze®directly into a grounded outlet.
Do not alter the cord or plug in any way.
Refer to the voltage label located on the unit and plug the unit
into the appropriate electrical outlet.
Use only certified Sonoma Breeze® filters, PCO-Purifier Cores
and light bulbs.
This unit purifies air, do not use as a substitute for ventilation.
Do not operate with wet hands or near standing water.
Do not open the Sonoma Breeze®without turning off power to
the unit.
Handle Ultra Violet (UV) light bulbs with extreme caution as they
contain mercury.
Always use hand and eye protection when handling PCO-
Purifier Cores and UV light bulbs.
Do not operate the unit if it has a damaged cord or plug.
Do not place foreign objects inside the air purifier.
Do not wipe or cleanse with benzene, paint thinners, or aerosol
spray.
Do not use in areas of high humidity or wet areas such as
shower rooms or saunas.
Do not stand on or balance heavy items on the unit.
Do not allow children to play near or with the Sonoma Breeze®
unit.
Do not operate this unit outdoors.
Operate within 0˚ C to 65˚ C climate range.
Follow all placement instructions listed below.

Placement
Proper ventilation is extremely important for you and your
Sonoma Breeze®. To ensure that the Sonoma Breeze®has
adequate intake air, place your unit a minimum of 8 inches (20.3
cm) away from any walls, or furniture. Do not place the
Sonoma Breeze®near doors or windows. The Sonoma Breeze®
needs to be placed on a stable surface such as the floor or a
table and should not be placed in or near soft furnishings such as
bedding or curtains. The Sonoma Breeze®should not be placed
near sources of heat such as radiators, fireplaces, saunas or
ovens. The Sonoma Breeze®should not be placed in areas of
high humidity or wetness such as shower rooms or steam rooms.
Specifications
Power Source 104-230 VAC 50/60 HZ
Air Flow Rate 100 CFM
Power Consumption up to 165 watts
Standby Power up to 120 watts
Dimensions 7 in x 24 in x 22 in
Cord Length 72 inches (182 cm)
Weight of unit 38 lb. (17.3 kg)
Climate range 0˚ C to 65˚ C

Design and Function
The Sonoma Breeze®SB-100 is comprised of one front loading
Macro-Particulate Filter, two germicidal UV lamps, three PCO-
Purifier Cores, three Flow-Netic fans and an innovative
formaldehyde sensor system. Our Macro-Particulate Filter coated
with activated carbon absorbs dust, pollen, smoke and particles
3 µm or larger. The PCO-Purifier Cores are responsible for
removing harmful VOCs such as formaldehyde. The dual-
functioning germicidal UV-lamps destroy viruses and bacteria
and simultaneously activate our PCO-Purifier Cores. The ultra-
quiet, long-lifespan Flow-Netic fans pull the polluted air through
our cleansing system delivering uncontaminated air on the other
side. Our system is equipped with four VOCallic sensors that
detect humidity, temperature, a broad spectrum of volatile
organic compounds and formaldehyde.
Pre-Filter
Use caution when handling UV light
and follow local refuse regulations
when discarding filters and lights.

Operating Instructions
Pre-Operating instructions:
Follow the steps below or the steps listed in the Quick start Guide
to install the filters. The unit should be switched off and
unplugged prior to installing the Macro-Particulate Filters, PCO-
Purifier Cores and light bulbs. Refer to the diagrams for
additional instruction.
Inserting the Macro-Particulate Filter
1. Pull the magnetically retained cover plate away from
the unit.
2. Remove the Macro-Particulate Filter from the
packaging.
3. Insert filter into the lip on the cover plate, lining up the
Velcro on the filter with the Velcro in the cover plate.
Push forward to secure the Velcro strip. The Velcro on
the filter will adhere to the Velcro on the cover plate.
4. Re-place the cover plate on the magnetic hinges.
Inserting the PCO-Purifier Cores and UV Lamps
1. Loosen the screws on the side-access panel and open
the side-access panel door by pulling the door out and
up.Set access panel aside while inserting PCO and UV
lamps.
2. Remove the UV lamps from the packaging and
carefully line up the top of the bulb within the metal
ring and the metal pins at the base of the bulb with the
sockets inside the unit.
3. Push the light bulb horizontally into the socket, when it
has snapped into place you should hear a clicking
sound.
4. Locate and remove the three PCO-Purifier Cores from
the packaging and carefully slide each into the
respective metal guide. Make sure that the filter is
securely in place and pushed all the way in.
5. Replace and close the side-access panel door and
turn screws clockwise to fasten.

Operating instructions:
1. Plug the power cord into a wall outlet (105-230 V
AC, 60 HZ).
2. Press the power switch located next to the power
socket.
Understanding the Light Display:
Our engineers have designed a multi-functional display coded
to tell you how effectively and efficiently your unit is operating.
Two status light displays are located at the back and front of the
unit. Follow the table below to understand the meaning of
each light.
Status Light
Indications
What you should do
Green Light
The unit is
functioning
optimally
Relax
Yellow Status
Light
A service door is
open
Turn off unit and
shut all doors
Solid Blue
Service Light
The Macro-
Particulate Filter
needs to be
replaced
Replace the Macro-
Particulate Filter
Blinking Blue
Service Light
The PCO-Purifier
Cores and UV lights
need to be
replaced
Replace both the
PCO-Purifier Cores
and UV-lamps
Red alarm
light
There is an internal
problem
Contact your
distributor
Red and Blue
status light
A light bulb is not
making contact
with the socket
Turn off unit, remove
bulb and slide back
bulb into the socket
ensuring contact,
turn unit on
Understanding the VOC LED display:
There is one VOC LED display located next to the fan knob and
below the status lights. This monitor indicates both VOC levels
and formaldehyde levels present in the environment.
Formaldehyde and other volatile organic compounds are
measured in parts per billion (ppb), a measure of 1000 ppb is

equivalent to 1parts per million (ppm). Refer to the illustrations
below.
Fan Speed Instructions:
In the automatic mode the fan speed is determined by the
VOCallic sensors, and will adjust according to the level of
formaldehyde in the environment. If you would like to manually
adjust the fan speed, the fan speed knob is located at the back
of the unit next to the VOC LED display. Turn the knob clockwise
to decrease the speed of the fan. Turn the knob counter-
clockwise to increase the fan speed and set the fans in
automatic mode.
VOC
ppm level
Indications
Below 1
Safe
yellow
Above 1
May cause irritation
Formaldehyde
ppm level
Indications
Green
Below 0.6
Within OSHA
guidelines
Orange
0.6 < 0.8
May cause irritation
Red
Above 0.8
Dangerous to
human health
Decrease fan speed
Decrease Fan speed
Power Save
Auto Mode
Increase Fan Speed

Service Instructions
In order to keep your Sonoma Breeze®functioning perfectly it is
essential to replace the filters and UV lights when they begin to
deteriorate. We have created a schedule table located at the
back of this user manual to help you keep track of your
replacement schedule. How quickly each part deteriorates is
dependent on the air pollution as well as the usage. We suggest
that you replace the Macro-Particulate filter every 3-4 months,
the Germicidal UV lights and the PCO-Purifier Cores once every
year.
Replacing the Filters
To replace the Macro-Particulate Filter:
Turn off and unplug the Sonoma Breeze®unit.
Pull the magnetically retained front cover plate away
from the unit in order to expose the Macro-Particulate
Filter.
The filter is held into place by two Velcro strips. With
your fingers on the inside edge of the filter, pull away
from the plastic face plate.
Remove the Macro-Particulate Filter and discard.
Push a new Macro-Particulate Filter onto the cover
plate, ensuring that the activated carbon is facing you
and the white filter is facing the cover plate.
Replace the magnetically retained cover plate on the
magnetic hinges.
Replacing the Germicidal UV lights
The PCO-Purifier Cores and the Germicidal UV lights should be
replaced at the same time as they both have approximately the
same rate of deterioration.
Turn off and unplug the Sonoma Breeze®unit.
Unscrew the screws on the side access panel door and
pull the door out and up to remove it from the body of
the unit.

‘Locate the three PCO-Purifier Cores which have a
distinct honeycomb structure.
Pull the PCO- Purifier Cores towards you and discard
according to local refuse regulations.
Locate the two UV light bulbs located between the
PCO-Purifier Cores.
Push the red button located at the base of the light
bulb.
Carefully remove light bulb from the interior of the unit.
* Note that these light bulbs contain mercury, so check
with your local refuse agency and discard according
to local regulations.
Remove a new UV light bulb from packaging.
Carefully line the bulb up within the metal ring and line
up the socket with the metal pins.
Push the bulb horizontally to snap the bulb into place,
ensuring that the metal pins align with the contact
clamps in the socket.
Replacing the PCO-Purifier Cores
To simplify procedures we suggest you replace the PCO-Purifying
Cores when you replace the Germicidal UV lamps.
After replacing the UV light bulbs you are ready to
replace the PCO-Purifier Cores.
Remove the Purifier Cores from the fresh sealed bag.
Slide the new PCO-Purifier Cores into the metal guides.
Close the side-access panel and screw the door into
place.
To reset the service light, turn the fan knob to
automatic and then turn the Sonoma Breeze®on and
turn the fan speed knob to clockwise to low.

Troubleshooting
This troubleshooting guide provides helpful hints and possible
scenarios in which you may experience difficulty. If your
problem persists or your issue is not listed below please contact
your distributor.
Issue
Possible Cause
Solution
I opened the unit
while it was running,
and it stopped
operating
For your safety we
installed a safety
mechanism that
disables the fans if
opened while in use
Turn off the power,
close all access
panels, and turn the
unit on
The unit will not
operate
The power outlet is
not functioning
Turn off the unit and
plug the unit into
another outlet or press
the GFI reset switch
located on the wall
outlet
The unit will not
operate
The cable is not
connected to either
the wall or the unit
Turn the unit off and
unplug the unit. Plug
the unit back in. Turn
the unit on
A yellow light is
illuminated
You did not shut an
access panel door
completely
Turn off the unit and
close all access panel
doors. Restart the unit
A red status light is
illuminated
There is an internal
problem
Contact your
distributor
The formaldehyde
levels have not
diminished in an 8
hour period
The unit you
purchased is not
capable of keeping
up with the off-
gassing in the given
space
Increase the
ventilation in the room
and contact your
distributor

Warranty
Innovative Labs, LLC SB-40, SB-100, SB-200
Limited Warranty
Innovative Labs, LLC warrants that all models of the Sonoma
Breeze®including the SB-40, SB-100 and SB-200 will be free of
defects in material and workmanship during normal operational
use for one year from the date of purchase provided that the
lights and filters are replaced as described in this manual.
Innovative Labs, LLC offers a limited one year warranty on all
parts, excluding those that require normal maintenance such as
the Macro-Particulate Filters, PCO Purifier Cores, and Germicidal
UV Lamps, which are covered under separate and different
warranties.
Damage caused by accident, misuse or abuse is not covered by
this warranty including but not limited to incorrect voltage,
obstruction of ventilation, fire, flood, damage caused by power
surges resulting from power outages, or “acts of nature.”
Improper care and unauthorized repair such as: not replacing
Macro-Particulate Filter, PCO purifier cores and germicidal UV
lamps at appropriate intervals or replacing any of the above
improperly will void the warranty.
Under no circumstances shall the liability of Innovative Labs, LLC
exceed the purchase price of the respective unit.
If a defect is found during normal operational use, Innovative
Labs, LLC will, at its election, repair, replace, or make
appropriate adjustment to the respective unit. Innovative Labs,
LLC will not send a replacement unit while the unit is being
repaired. Proof of purchase of the unit (original sales receipt)
must be submitted at the time of repair, unless the unit was
previously registered online or with a warranty card. Innovative
Labs, LLC is not responsible for incidental or consequential costs
other than those listed above. Slight changes in color, scratches
and stains to the exterior of the unit over time, due to use,
cleaning practices, water or atmospheric conditions, are not

manufacturing defects but are indicative of normal wear and
tear.
If you believe that your unit requires repair, contact your
distributor for service. If the distributor is unable to repair the unit,
contact our repair facility by writing Attn: Customer Care Center,
One Willowbrook Court Suite 150 Petaluma, CA 94954 or call 1-
888-706-0080 from within the USA or Canada. If you have any
questions regarding this warranty or our product, we provide a
troubleshooting page on our website at www.ino-labs.com.
Some states and provinces do not allow limitations of how long
an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of such
damages. If the unit was purchased in one of these locations
these limitations and exclusions may not apply. This warranty
gives the consumer specific legal rights. This warranty applies to
the original consumer purchaser only, and excludes product
damage due to product accident, abuse or misuse, whether
performed by a contractor, service-company or the consumer.
Innovative Labs, LLC PCO Purifier Core
Limited Warranty
Innovative labs, LLC warrants that all models of the PCO purifier
cores will be free of defects in material and workmanship during
normal commercial or residential use for one- year from the date
of purchase. Damage caused by accident, misuse or abuse is
not covered by this warranty including, but not limited to,
incorrect placement, obstruction of ventilation, fire, flood, or
“acts of nature.” Improper care and unauthorized repair will
void this warranty
If a defect is found in the PCO-Purifier Core during normal
operational use, Innovative labs will replace or repair the PCO
Purifier Core. Innovative Labs, LLC will not send a replacement
while the PCO-Core is being repaired. Proof of purchase (original
sales receipt) may be requested at the time of repair.
Innovative Labs, LLC is not responsible for incidental or
consequential costs other than those listed above. Slight
changes in color to the exterior of the PCO Purifier Core overtime
due to use, water or atmospheric conditions, are not

manufacturing defects but are indicative of normal wear and
tear.
Under no circumstances shall the liability of Innovative Labs, LLC
exceed the purchase price of the respective unit.
If you believe that you have a repair issue, contact your local
distributor for service. If the distributor is unable to repair the
PCO-Purifier Core contact our repair facility by writing Attn:
Customer Care Center, One Willowbrook Court Suite 150
Petaluma, CA 94954 or call 1-888-706-0080 from within the USA or
Canada. If you have any questions regarding this warranty or
our PCO Purifier Core, we provide a troubleshooting page on our
website at www.ino-labs.com.
Some states and provinces do not allow limitations of how long
an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of such
damages. If the unit was purchased in one of these locations,
these limitations and exclusions may not apply. This warranty
gives the consumer specific legal rights. This warranty applies to
the original consumer purchaser only, and excludes product
damage due to product accident, abuse or misuse, whether
performed by a contractor, service-company or the consumer.
Innovative Labs, LLC Germicidal UV Lamps
Limited Warranty
Innovative labs, LLC warrants that all models of the Germicidal
UV lamps will be free of defects in material and workmanship
during normal commercial use for one- year from the date of
installation. Damage caused by accident, misuse or abuse is not
covered by this warranty including, but not limited to, incorrect
placement, incorrect voltage, fire, flood, damage caused by
power surges from power outages or “acts of nature.” Improper
care and unauthorized repair will void this warranty
If a defect is found during normal operational use, Innovative
labs, LLC will, at its election, repair, replace, or make appropriate
adjustment to the respective unit. Innovative Labs, LLC will not
send a replacement unit while the unit is being repaired or
replaced. Proof of purchase (original sales receipt must be

submitted at the time of repair. Innovative Labs, LLC is not
responsible for incidental or consequential costs other than those
listed above.
Under no circumstances shall the liability of Innovative Labs, LLC
exceed the purchase price of the respective unit.
If you believe that you have a repair issue, contact your local
distributor for service. If your distributor is unable to repair the
lamp, contact our repair facility by writing Attn: Customer Care
Center, One Willowbrook Court Suite 150 Petaluma, CA 94954 or
call 1-888-706-0080 from within the USA or Canada. If located
outside of the USA or Canada call 001-888-706-0080. If you have
any questions regarding this warranty or our product, we provide
a troubleshooting page on our website at ino-labs.com.
Some states and provinces do not allow limitations of how long
an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of such
damages. If the unit was purchased in one of these locations,
these limitations and exclusions may not apply. This warranty
gives the consumer specific legal rights. This warranty applies to
the original consumer purchaser only, and excludes product
damage due to product accident, abuse or misuse, whether
performed by a contractor, service-company or the consumer.

Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns after reading this manual
or contacting your distributor, please do not hesitate to contact
our customer service department by calling toll free 1 (888) 706-
0080. If you lose or damage your copy of this user manual, you
can locate an electronic copy online at our website www.ino-
labs.com. If you would prefer to contact us via the web please
send your inquiries or comments to one of the following team
members who would be happy to assist you during our normal
business hours.
Monday-Friday 8 am- 5 pm Standard Pacific Time
Sales
[email protected]
Customer Service
[e-mail]
Technical Support
[e-mail]

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0.2
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0.4
0.5
0.6
0.7
0.8
0.9
1
max concentration (ppm)
Regulatory Agency
Permisible Exposure Limits of
Formaldehyde
CDC- Center for
Disease Control
OSHA- Occupational
safety and Health
Administration
HUD- Department of
Housing and Urban
Development
WHO- World Health
Organization
NIOSH- National
Institute of
Occupational Safety
* OSHA enforces
a maximum
permisible
exposure limit of
0.75 ppm during
a normal 8 hour
work day. All
values in this
graph are
based on an 8
hour work day.

*when converting to cubic feet assume 8’ ceiling height
100
sq. ft.
200
sq. ft.
400
sq. ft.
600
sq. ft.
800
sq. ft.
1000 +
SB-40
SB-100
SB-200
Custom or
multiple
units
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
100
200
400
600
800
1000
1200
Time required to reduce steady- state formaldehyde
concentration by 50% (Hours)
Room Size (sq ft)
SB-200
SB-100
SB-40
Sizing your space

*Date of Purchase
Macro-Particulate
Filter
Germicidal UV lights
PCO-Purifier Cores
3-4 months
1 year
1 year
DOP*
DOP*
DOP*
Filter Replacement Schedule