Winix NK100 User manual

NK100
User Manual
xPlease read and follow all safety rules and instructions in
this manual before operating.
xThe product warranty is printed on the back of this guide,
so please keep it in a safe place for future use.
xThis product is manufactured for use only in USA/CA
Model
Use & Care
Guide

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CONTENTS
Set Up
Where to use 7
Filter Anatomy 8
Installing the filters 10
Safety Instructions
Safety and Cautions 12
Operation
Initial Operation 13
Modes of Operation 14
Features and Settings 15
Care and Maintenance
Filter Care 17
Cleaning Care 21
Troubleshooting
Frequently Asked Questions 22
Unit Specifications 24
Product Warranty 26
This product is suitable for 120V only.
4-Stage Air Purification 5
Controls 6
Français
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Espanol 51

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VOC Smart Sensor
PACKAGE
CONTENTS
Back panel
Power cord with plug
(This product is suitable for
120V only.)
360o All-in-One True HEPA
Filter
➊ Pre-Filter
➋ True HEPA
➌ CD Carbon Filter
➍ PlasmaWave®
4-STAGE AIR PURIFICATION
Unit 360
o
All-in-One True
HEPA Filter
User Manual

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CONTROLS
Reset Button
After replacing a filter,
press the RESET button
for at least 5 seconds.
PlasmaWave® Indicator
Indicates whether
PlasmaWave® is enabled or
disabled.
Mode Button
- Press to cycle through manual fan speeds (Low, Medium, High, Turbo).
- Pressing will also cycle through Auto and Sleep Modes.
- When sleep mode is selected the Air Quality Indicator light will be turned off.
- Press and hold for at least 3 seconds to enable or disable PlasmaWave®.
Power Button
Turns the unit
on or off.
Light Sensor
Detects the
amount of
ambient light
within the
environment,
to adjust the
brightness
of the LED
indicators.
Child Lock Button
Press and hold for 3
seconds to enable
or disable the Child
Lock mode.
Change Filter Indicator
LED light indicates when it is time to
change the filter.
Air Quality Indicator
Color-coded LED indicates
one of three levels of air
quality.
Air Outlet Vent

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WARNING Follow these instructions to reduce the risk of serious
injury or death and to reduce risk of damaging the unit.
WHERE TO USE
Do not use around mist or fumes from
industrial oil or around large quantities of
metallic dust
Do not install in any sort of motor or
transport vehicle (trucks, boats, ships, etc.)
Do not place near any flammable materials
(aerosols, fuel, gases etc.)
Do not place below any electrical outlet
Do not place around heating elements
Do not place in an area with excessive
amounts of noxious gases
Do not have unit facing into wind or draft
Do not place in excessively humid areas
where unit may become wet
Allow 12 ~ 18 in. of space between TVs, radios, and other electronic products
electromagnetic interference from certain electronics may cause product malfunction.
Place indoors away from direct sun light
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.
This unit is not intended to be used to preserve documents or in art conservation.

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360o All-in-One True HEPA Filter
➊ Pre-Filter ➋ True HEPA ➌ CD Carbon Filter

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360o All-in-One True HEPA Filter ANATOMY
➊ Pre-Filter
➋ True HEPA
➌ CD Carbon Filter
➊ Pre-Filter designed to catch larger airborne particles
found indoors.
➋ True HEPA captures 99.97%* of airborne allergens
including; pollen, mold spores, dust, pet dander, microbes,
and smoke. *particles as small as 0.3 microns in size
➌ CD Carbon Filter reduces VOCs and household odors
from cooking, pets, and smoke.
• The 360o All-in-One True HEPA Filter is one unit and the
individual components of the filter cannot be purchased
separately.
Note

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INSTALLING FILTERS
This product comes with all required filters. The protective plastic wrap
must be removed from the filter before use.
※ Operating the unit without removing the plastic wrap may result in
product failure.
※ Unplug and make sure the unit is turned off before installing filter.
③ Remove the 360
o
All-in-One True
HEPA filter from the unit. Remove the
plastic wrap from the filter.
• Operating the unit without removing
filters from plastic wrap may cause
abnormal noise, deformation, or fire as a
result of overheating.
② Once the back panel is removed, grasp
the handle near the bottom of the unit,
and pull towards yourself to lower and
release the filter.
① Remove the back panel by grasping
handle and pulling back, towards
yourself.
Latch
• Refer to pages 17 - 19 for details on how to replace filters.
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※ Intervals between filter replacement may vary depending on environment.
※ For optimal use, the filter can be cleaned once every 14 days.
※ To clean the filter, vacuum the outside of the filter with a soft brush.
※ THIS FILTER CANNOT BE WASHED
④ Install the filter, top side up, into the
unit until it is fully inserted. Grasp
lower handle near bottom of the
unit and push in until the filter locks
into place.
•
The top of the filter shows the opening
into the filter. Whereas the bottom is
solid, with no opening.
•
When installing the filter you will know
it is fully inserted because it will no
longer be able to be pushed further.
⑤ Replace the back panel by first
inserting the latch at the bottom
edge into the base of the unit, then
rotate the panel upward toward the
top of the unit until the panel snaps
into the unit.
⑥ When to service and replace filter:
Filter Indicator Light When to
service
When to replace
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Clean once
every 14 days
Lasts up to
12 months
To purchase replacement
Winix filters:
(877)-699-4649
www.winix.com
INSTALLING FILTERS
Latch

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SAFETY AND CAUTIONS
Before operating this equipment, carefully read and follow these safety
cautions
WARNING Follow these instructions to reduce the risk of serious
injury or death and to reduce risk of damaging the unit.
Ensure filter is inserted before running unit
running unit without the filter can shorten the units life 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 derformation.
Do not use the unit as a step stool or place heavy objects on it
personal injury may occur or product failure and deformation.
Do not pull on the power cord when
unplugging the unit
Do not touch the plug with wet hands
Do not plug additional appliances into the
same outlet or power supply
Unplug unit when not in operation for
extended periods of time
Do not tie or knot power cord when unit
is in operation
Do not unplug or move the unit while in
operation
If the unit becomes submerged in water,
unplug it and contact customer service
Cord can become damaged by forcefully
bending, pulling, twisting, bundling,
pinching or placing heavy objects on it