Winix 5500-2 User manual

WHERE TO USE
12~18 in12~18 in
12~18 in
12~18 in
Allow 12 ~ 18 in. of space between TVs, radios, and other
electronics
Electromagnetic interference from certain electronics may
cause product malfunction.
Place indoors away from direct sunlight
Direct exposure may cause product malfunction or failure.
Only place on hard, flat surfaces
Flimsy or slanted surfaces may result in abnormal noise and
vibrations.
Allow at least 12 ~ 18 in. from walls for maximum air flow
True HEPA Filter
03
Washable AOC™ Carbon Filter
02
PlasmaWave
04
Pre-Filter
01 ®
4-STAGE AIR PURIFICATION
FRONT
PACKAGE CONTENTS
BACK
Air Outlet
Vent
Handle
Power Plug
Remote Control and User Manual will be
located on the top insert after the box is opened.
Control Panel
Front Panel
Unit
(1) Pre-Filter
(1) Washable AOC™Carbon Filter
(1) True HEPA Filter
Remote
Control User
Manual
MODEL PART DIAGRAM
10 11 14 15
12 1309
02 03 04 05 07 08 01 06
01. Auto Indicator
Indicates whether Auto Mode is enabled or
disabled.
02. Sleep Indicator
Indicates whether Sleep Mode is enabled or
disabled.
03. PlasmaWave
®
Indicator
Indicates whether PlasmaWave
®
is enabled or
disabled.
04. Fan Speed Indicator
Indicates the current fan speed.
05. Timer Indicator
If timer has been set, the LED light indicates the
set time of operation.
06. Filter Replacement Indicator
LED light indicates when it is time to change the
filter.
07. Light Sensor
Detects the amount of ambient light in the
environment.
08. Smart Sensor
Detects the amount of odorous gas in the
environment. When in Auto mode, the fan speed
adjusts according to the detected amount of gas.
09. Power Button
Turns the unit on or off.
During the first 30 seconds of powering up, the
Air Quality Indicator will cycle through Blue,
Amber and Red colors. Smart Sensor takes
approximately 4minutes to detect the air quality in
the environment before normal operation begins.
10. Mode Button
Press to cycle through to set the mode of operation
(Auto, Sleep). The unit will default to Auto with
PlasmaWave
®
enabled when first powered on.
CONTROL PANEL
REMOTE CONTROL
INITIAL OPERATION
1. Remove the front panel by grasping its upper
edge and gently pulling forward.
2. Remove the Pre-Filter, then the plastic bag
of filters behind it.
3. Remove filters from protective plastic bag.
4. Install the filters until they fit securely in
place.
03. True HEPA Filter (back)
02. Washable AOC™ Carbon Filter (middle)
01. Pre-Filter (front)
5. After filters are installed, close the front
panel.
6. Insert the power cord into an electrical
outlet.
02
03
01
Latch
Latch
When to Replace Filters
Filter Indicator Light When to Service When to Replace
Pre-Filter none Clean once every 14 days Permanent
Washable AOC™ Carbon Filter * Clean once every 3 months
Last Approx. 12 months
True HEPA Filter Can NOT be WASHED
• When the Check Filter Indicator LED is on, it is time to replace the True HEPA Filter and Washable
AOC™ Carbon Filter.
• Intervals between filter replacement may vary depending on environment.
* Filter performance may decrease after each wash and depending on contamination level prior to washing.
MAINTENANCE
REPLACING FILTERS
Resetting Filter Life:
After replacing your True HEPA Filter, place the Pre-Filter
back in and close the Front Panel. While the unit is on, hold
the Filter Reset Button for at least 5 seconds until you hear
the beep. After the beep, the Filter Replacement Indicator
will disappear. Your Winix True HEPA is now reset.
CLEANING CARE
Cleaning the Filters:
Use a vacuum cleaner or soft brush to clean the
Pre-Filter
• If it is excessively soiled, rinse in room
temperature water.
• Do not use detergent or soap.
• Allow the filter to dry for 24 hours or more before
using.
• Intervals between filter cleaning may vary
depending on the air quality in the environment.
To clean the Washable AOC™ Carbon Filter, remove
from unit and rinse under lightly running room
temperature water.
• Do not use detergent or soap. Allow the filter to
dry for 24 hours or mote before using. Do not use
hot water over 104°F.
Cleaning the Exterior & Interior:
1. Open the front panel and clean the interior
with a vacuum cleaner.
• A hand vacuum or hose attachment will work
best.
2. Dampen a cloth with room temperature water and
wipe down the interior and exterior of the unit.
3. Wipe the unit down with a clean, dry cloth.
• Ensure no moisture remains before plugging
the unit back in.
* For optimal performance, clean every 1 - 2 months.
NOTICE
• Never disassemble, repair, or modify the unit yourself.
• Do not use flammable sprays or liquid detergents.
• Do not allow children to clean or maintain the unit.
• Before cleaning or maintaining, ensure unit is
unplugged.
• When cleaning the unit, always unplug the
power cord first and then wait until the unit
has cooled down.
• Auto Mode:
- Auto Mode automatically adjusts fan speeds
according to your indoor air quality. The fan
speed will adjust to low when air quality is
good, medium when fair, and to high when
poor.
• Sleep Mode:
- Fan speed will automatically set to minimum
speed (lower than 'Low') which will be nearly
silent.
- When Sleep Mode is active, PlasmaWave®
will be disabled, but it can be turned back on.
11. PlasmaWave
®
Button
Enables or disables PlasmaWave
®
.
"When the unit is running, you may hear a chirping
or buzzing sound. The sound is from large
particles passing through PlasmaWave
®
, it is
normal and does not signify product failure."
Press the PlasmaWave
®
button when the unit is on
to enable or disable this feature.
12. Air Quality Indicator
Color coded LED light indicates one of three levels
of Air Quality: Red (poor), Amber (fair), and Blue
(good).
13. Fan Speed Button
Enables manual operation of the unit's fan speeds.
• Press to cycle through and set the desired fan
speed (Low, Medium, High, Turbo).
14. Timer Button
Press to cycle through and set desired length of
operation (1hr, 4hr, 8hr, [NO TIMER]).
15. Filter Reset Button
After replacing the filter, turn on the unit and then
use a thin object, such as a paper clip, to press the
Filter Reset Button for 5 seconds.
Operates in a 20 foot radius:
A
C
B
D
• (A) Power: Turns the unit on
or off.
•
(B) Auto: Enables Auto Mode.
• (C) Fan Speed: Enables
manual operation of the fan
speeds.
• (D) Turbo: Enters Manual
Mode and directly sets the
fan speed to Turbo.
How to replace your remote’s battery:
1.A
1.B
2.A
3.A
1. Flip over your remote and
open battery tray.
• 1.A : Pinch the lever in
while,
• 1.B : Pulling the battery
tray out.
2. Insert battery into the
battery tray as shown.
• 2.A : Make sure the
polarities [+] [-] match
when placing in the tray.
3. Close the battery tray.
• 3.A : Reinsert battery
tray into remote until
you hear a "click" sound.
Keep all used batteries (CR2025) in safe place.
WARNING
• Incorrect battery usage may cause battery
fluid leakage and/or damage.
• When not using remote for extended periods
of time, remove the battery.
• Avoid dropping or damaging the remote.
• WARNING: Chemical Burn Hazard. Keep
batteries away from children.
• This product contains a lithium button/coin
cell battery. If a new or used lithium button/
coin cell battery is swallowed or enters the
body, it can cause severe internal burns and
can lead to death in as little as 2 hours.
• Always completely secure the battery
compartment.
• If the battery compartment does not close
securely, stop using the product, remove the
batteries, and keep it away from children.
• If you think batteries might have been
swallowed or placed inside any part of the
body, seek immediate medical attention.
• The batteries should be disposed of
properly, including keeping them away from
children. Even used batteries may cause
injury.
Air Purification means it
removes inanimate particles

The energy efficiency of this ENERGY STAR
certified model is measured based on a ratio
between the model’s CADR for smoke and the
electrical energy it consumes, or CADR/Watt.
Do not pull on the power cord when
unplugging the unit.
Do not tie or knot the power cord when unit
is in operation.
If the unit becomes submerged in water,
unplug it and contact customer service.
Do not unplug or move the unit while in
operation.
Do not plug additional appliances into the
same outlet or power supply.
Do not touch the plug with wet hands.
Unplug the unit when not in operation for
extended periods of time.
Do not place around heating elements.
Do not use around mist or fumes from
industrial oil or around large quantities of
metallic dust.
The cord can become damaged by
forcefully bending, pulling, twisting,
bundling, pinching or placing heavy objects
on it.
Do not install in any sort of motor or
transport vehicle (trucks, boats, ships,
etc.).
Do not place in an area with excessive
amounts of noxious gases.
Do not place near any flammable materials
(aerosols, fuel, gases, etc.).
Do not have the unit facing into wind or
drafts.
Do not place below any electrical outlet.
Do not place in excessively humid areas
where the unit may become wet.
Do not place unit closer than 12 inches
from the wall during operation. It may
cause condensation on the wall and the
surrounding area.
SAFETY AND CAUTIONS
Before operating this equipment, carefully read and
follow these safety cautions.
Ensure filters are inserted before running unit.
Running the unit without filters can shorten the
lifespan of the unit and cause electric shock or
injury.
Be sure foreign objects are NOT inserted into the
vents on the unit.
Objects can include pins, rods, and coins.
Do not touch any part of the interior of the unit
with wet hands.
The high voltage may cause electric shock.
Ensure unit intake and outlet vents do not become
blocked.
Blockage may lead to increased internal
termperatures causing product failure and
deformation.
Do not use the unit as a step stool or place heavy
objects on the unit.
Personal injury may occur or product failure and
deformation.
WARNING
Follow these instructions to reduce the risk of
serious injury or death and to reduce risk of
damaging the unit.
• If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced
by a special cord. Reassembly is available from
the manufacturer or its service agent.
• This appliance is not intended for use by
a person (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack
of experience and knowledge of the unit, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction
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.
• This unit is not intended to be used to preserve
documents or art conservation.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Thank you for purchasing a Winix air purifier. This product is for household use only.
• Do not repair or modify the unit yourself.
• All repairs should be completed by a qualified
Winix technician.
• The plug for this unit is polarized with one blade
wider than the other. Do not force the plug into
an electrical outlet. Do not alter the plug in
any way. If the plug does not fit into the outlet,
reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a
qualified technician to install a proper outlet.
• Do not use if the power cord or plug is damaged
or the connection to the wall outlet is loose.
• Use AC 120 V only.
• Do not damage, break, forcefully bend, pull, twist,
bundle, coat, pinch, or place heavy objects on
the power cord.
• Periodically remove dust from the power plug.
This will reduce the risk of shock due to humidity
build up.
• Remove the power plug from the outlet before
cleaning the unit. When removing the power
plug, grasp by holding the plug itself, never hold
by the cord.
• If the power plug is damaged, it must be replaced
by the manufacturer or a qualified technician.
• Remove the power plug from the outlet when not
in use.
• Do not handle the power plug with wet hands.
• Do not operate the unit when using indoor
smokegenerating insecticides.
• Do not clean unit with benzene or paint thinner.
Do not spray insecticides on the unit.
• Do not use the unit where it is humid or where
the unit may become wet, such as the bathroom.
• Do not insert fingers or foreign objects into air
intake or outlet.
• Do not use the unit near flammable gases. Do
not use near cigarettes, incense, or other spark-
creating items.
• Unit will not remove carbon monoxide emitted
from heating appliances or other sources.
• Unplugging the product disconnects the remote
functions.
IMPORTANT CAUTIONS FOR USING YOUR AIR PURIFIER:
WARNING:
Follow the instructions in this manual to reduce the risk of electric shock, short circuit, and/or fire.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS FOR USING YOUR AIR PURIFIER:
• Do not block the intake or outlet vents.
• Do not use near hot objects, such as a stove.
• Do not use where the unit may come into contact with steam.
• Do not use the unit on its side.
• Keep away from products that generate oily residue, such as a deep fryer.
• Do not use detergent to clean the unit.
• Do not operate without a filter.
• Do not wash and reuse the True HEPA Filter.
• Hold the handle on the back of the unit to transport.
• Do not hold by the front panel.
• Do not stick any small objects into the air outlet vents or fan.
TWO YEARS WARRANTY
The terms of the warranty are as follows:
1. This product is manufactured under stringent
quality control and inspections.
2. The warranty will be voided if product failure
is a result of negligence or misuse by the
consumer.
3. A proof of purchase must be presented upon
claiming a Product Warranty.
4. Store the proof of purchase in a safe place or
register your product on winixamerica.com to
upload your proof of purchase.
5. This warranty is valid only in the USA and
Canada.
* for more information visit
https://winixamerica.com/terms-and-conditions/
Product Name
Air Purifier
Model Name
5500-2
Purchase Date
Warranty Period
Two (2) Years
Place of Purchase
Place of Purchase
tel.
Customer
Address
Name
Tel.
After purchase, be sure to complete all of the
above information.
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
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.
This device contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science
and Economic Development Canada's license-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
• This device may not cause interference.
• This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation
of the device.
"In French: Cet appareil contient des émetteurs/récepteurs exemptés de licence et conformes
aux normes Innovation, Science et Economic. RSS(s) sans licence de Développement Canada. Le
fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes:
• cet appareil ne doit pas causer d’interférences nuisibles, et
• cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence reçue, y compris les interférences pouvant provoquer un
fonctionnement non souhaité."
5500-2 USER MANUAL
AIR PURIFIER
UNIT SPECIFICATIONS
Model Name 5500-2 Dimensions 15in(W) × 8.2in(D) × 23.6in(H)
Power Voltage AC 120 V / 60 Hz Weight 15 lbs
Power Rate
70W
Replacement
Filter Filter H / SKU: 116130
Verified Room Size
360sq.ft.
The exterior, design, and product specifications may be changed without prior notice to improve product performance.
•Dedicated Call Center: ☎[phone]
•Website: www.winixamerica.com
Contact Winix for
product related inquiries
and customer service
To expedite service, please specify the
model name and number, the nature of the
problem, your contact information, and
your address.
BATTERY IN REMOTE CONTROL:
• This product contains a button battery.
If swallowed, it could cause severe injury or death in just two hours. Seek medical attention
immediately.
• "In French: Cet article contient une pile bouton. De graves blessures ou la mort pourraient suivre dans
les deux heures suivant I'ingestion. Demander I'aide de professionnels de la santé sur le champ."
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