TaoTronics AP005 User manual

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Taotronics Model AP005 Air Purifier
OWNER’S MANUAL
©2023 ACME Corp. All Rights Reserved. | v5/26/2023

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
WARNINGS & HAZARDS
TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
HEPA Filter
3-in-1 Filter Structure
Control Panel Functions
Specifications 8
FILTER CLEANING & REPLACEMENT 9
Surface Cleaning
Cleaning the Pre-Filter
Filter Replacement
How to Remove the Filter
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How to Restore the Filter
TROUBLESHOOTING
Unit Does Not Start
Excessive Noise
Filter Maintenance
Unpleasant Odors 14
GLOSSARY OF KEY TERMS 15
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INTRODUCTION
The Taotronics model AP005 Air Purifier with true HEPA filter is a household air
cleaner intended to capture and sequester dust, pollens, allergens, pet dander,
smoke, and other airborne particulates. The device is compact, lightweight, simple
to operate, and the filter is easy to clean and replace.
This appliance circulates air and filters both large and fine particles. It draws air
360-degrees across the intake surface, and can be placed anywhere in the home.
The device should be placed on a flat and stable surface, and away from soft
obstructions like pillow fabric or curtains that could block the flow of air into the
unit.
Fan speed may be set manually to Auto, Low, Medium or High. Auto Mode activates
a built-in sensor that detects air quality in real-time and adjusts fan speed
automatically. Air quality results are indicated at the top of the unit in color-coded
lights.
Air inlet and outlet grills may be cleaned with a dry cloth. The pre-filter should be
cleaned with a vacuum biweekly, and the HEPA filter should be replaced about
every 3 months as needed.
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WARNINGS & HAZARDS
The Taotronics Air Purifier is intended for household use. Children or persons with
impaired sensory or cognitive functions should not operate this device, or attempt
to clean or maintain it, without the supervision of a responsible guardian.
To avoid the hazard of fire or electric shock, unplug the unit before conducting any
device maintenance. Do not use an extension cord with this device. Always use the
correct voltage to power the device.
Never operate this device in wet or damp conditions. Never use liquids when
cleaning the device or any of its components. Never use wet hands when operating
the control panel.
Always place the device on a flat and stable surface. Always keep the device upright
while operating. Do not stand on this unit. Do not place objects on or in the unit.
Do not place the device near anything that could block the flow of air into or out of
the unit.
Do not attempt to operate this unit in any enclosed space containing flammable
gasses.
Device owners should exercise caution and common sense when operating and
maintaining any electrical device. Contact the manufacturer for more information.
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TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
Product Component Details
The Taotronics model AP005 draws air from the Air Intake Grill located around
the base of the unit. The air is passed through the filters and released through the
Air Outlet Grill at the top of the unit. The Air Quality Indicator uses an internal
sensor to test air quality in real time and displays the results coded in colored lights
around the control panel, where Blue is Excellent, Green–Good, Orange–Moderate,
and Red–Poor. A power adapter is plugged into the DC IN port, located at the base
of the unit.
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TaoTronics Air Purifier ships with a
True HEPA Filter included.
3-in-1 Filter Structure
The filter is composed of three
components:
●The Pre-Filter captures larger
airborne particles like pet dander
and hair.
●The HEPA Filter traps fine
particulates as small as 0.3
microns.
●The Activated Carbon Filter
eliminates household odors and
gaseous pollutants.
Illustration Credit: TaoTronics
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Control Panel Functions
Illustration Credit: TaoTronics
Device functions are set using a touchscreen
Control Panel located at the top of the unit.
The child LOCK function is an ON/OFF switch that deactivates all control
panel buttons to prevent unintentional changes to settings. Hold the button
down for 3-seconds to enable or disable the LOCK function.
The LIGHT button switches all indicators ON/OFF. Tap the button to
activate or deactivate all indicators. Note: when deactivated, the POWER
button will maintain 50% of normal brightness.
The fan SPEED button cycles through the fan options: AUTO, SLEEP, LOW,
MEDIUM, HIGH. Tap the button to advance through the options. The AUTO
option enables the Air Quality Sensor and color readout. SLEEP mode
disables the Air Quality Sensor and all other indicator lights while
maintaining a low fan speed.
Tap the POWER button to switch the device ON/OFF. The device will
resume its previous settings after restart.
The auto OFF TIMER cycles through an optional 2, 4, 8, or 12 hours of
scheduled operating time. Tap the button to show the numerical time
options in the center of the screen. Tap repeatedly to advance through the
options.
The FILTER indicator flashes when the filter requires replacement. See
below for complete instructions on how to change the filter.
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Specifications
Electrical:
●Voltage: DC24 V 1.5A
●RatedPower: 29W
Circulation Range:
●CADR value: 250 m³/h
●Suitable Area: 270 ft² - 324 ft² (20 - 30 m²)
Dimensions & Weight:
●8.86L x 8.86W x 14.96H, measured in inches.
●6.05 lb
Operating Noise:
●25-45dB
(*Specifications credit: TaoTronics, Amazon product description)
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FILTER CLEANING & REPLACEMENT
Illustration Credit: TaoTronics
Surface Cleaning
Periodically clean the air inlet and outlet
grills on the surface of the device with a
dry cloth.
Cleaning the Pre-Filter
Clean the Pre-Filter with a vacuum cleaner twice monthly or when the unit becomes
noisy and particulates are visible on the filter surface. (Caution: Do not wash the
Pre-Filter.)
Filter Replacement
Replace the 3-in-1 filter when
the Filter indicator light flashes
on the Control Panel.
Illustration Credit: TaoTronics
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How to Remove the Filter
Follow the steps below to clean or replace the filter
Illustration Credit: TaoTronics
←STEP 1
If the unit is already turned
on, press the POWER button
once to power down the
device.
STEP 2→
Turn the unit upside down.
Illustration Credit: TaoTronics
←STEP 3
Rotate the filter cover
clockwise to unlock the filter
chamber.
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the Pre-Filter when unit becomes noisy or
when particulates are visible on filter surface.
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Vaccum the Pre-Filter twice
montly. Do not contact filter
with the vaccum .
Illus tr ation Credit: TaoTronics
Do not wash filter with
water or other liquid.
STEP 4→
Remove the filter cover.
Illustration Credit: TaoTronics
←STEP 5
Gently remove the filter from the filter
chamber and place it on the floor.
Illustration Credit: TaoTronics
STEP 6→
If cleaning the Pre-Filter,
use a handheld vacuum
to remove large
particulates from the
surface of the outer filter.
(Caution: Do not contact
the filter with the vacuum
nozzle. Do not wash the
filter.)
If replacing the filter, skip
ahead to Step 7.
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How to Restore the Filter
Follow the steps below to restore a new or cleaned filter to the filter chamber
←STEP 7
Insert a new or cleaned filter into the
empty filter chamber. (If using a new
filter, make sure all filter packaging is
removed before inserting filter.)
Illustration Credit: TaoTronics
STEP 8→
Place the filter cover over the chamber
opening.
Illustration Credit: TaoTronics
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Illustration Credit: TaoTronics
←STEP 9
Rotate the filter cover
counterclockwise until the
arrows are aligned and the
cover clicks into the locked
position, as shown in the
illustration.
STEP 10→
Return the unit to an upright
position, plug it back into the
power source, and restart the
unit by pressing the power
button on the control panel.
After restart, hold down the
blinking FILTER button for 5
seconds to reset.
Illustration Credit: TaoTronics
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Unit Does Not Start
●Confirm that the unit is plugged in and that the outlet has power. Plug the
device into a different power outlet to confirm.
●Discontinue use and contact TaoTronics technical support for further
instructions.
Excessive Noise
●Make sure the Pre-Filter is clean.
●Make sure all filter-packaging has been removed from the filter before
insertion into the filter chamber.
●If there are foreign objects inside the unit, DO NOT attempt to disassemble
the device as this will void your warranty. Discontinue use and contact
TaoTronics technical support.
Filter Maintenance
●A flashing Filter Reset Button on the control panel is a reminder to change
the filter.
●New filters can be purchased from the TaoTronics online store:
www.taotronics.com.
Unpleasant Odors
●For burning smells coming from inside the device, discontinue use and
contact TaoTronics technical support.
●For mold or mildew, replace the filter.
(*Troubleshooting issues gleaned from the official TaoTronics manual.)
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GLOSSARY OF KEY TERMS
AIR INTAKE GRILL - Located around the base of the unit; intakes air from the
room.
AIR OUTLET GRILL - Located at the top of the unit; exhausts filtered air back into
the room.
AIR QUALITY INDICATOR - Coded lights situated around the control panel
registers air quality in real time: Blue–excellent, Green–good, Orange–moderate,
Red–poor.
DC In-Port - Electrical connector located at the rear base of the unit; In-port for
the DC power cord.
CADR value - The Clean Air Delivery Rate, a figure of merit measured in cubic
volumes per hour times the efficiency of the air filter.
CONTROL PANEL - Resides at the top of the unit and controls all device functions.
HEPA FILTER - High-Efficiency Particulate Absorbing Filter.
PRE-FILTER - Captures macro particles; located on the outer surface of the filter
unit.
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