MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING (contd.)
Cleaning Air Filters
This unit has two air filters. For best results and maximum performance, clean both filters every two weeks, or as required by environmental conditions.
CAUTION: Neglect or failure to regularly clean the filters will result in poor efficiency, reduced performance, possible damage to the unit, and voiding your warranty.
1.Press “POWER ON/OFF” button to stop unit if it is operating.
Unplug power cord from outlet.
2.Locate small square openings in the back of the unit. Place thumb into one opening and cup fingers against air filter handle. Gently pull air filter straight out of unit. Repeat for air
filter on opposite side.
3.Place air filter on a flat, level surface so “dirty” side of filter faces up. Using a brush or nozzle vacuum attachment, gently vacuum “dirty” side of each filter. Turn each filter over and vacuum other side. Use care not to damage or puncture the filter mesh. DO NOT use brushes, brooms, or other course materials to clean the filters.
4.Hold each air filter, “dirty” side down, under cool, running water. DO NOT use hot water, harsh detergents, chemicals, solvents, gasoline or any other abrasive materials or household items to clean the filters. Be sure to rinse all residue from the air filter mesh. Carefully shake air filter to remove excess water. Allow air filter to dry completely before reinstalling into unit.
WARNING: Forcing filters improperly into unit may cause damage to the filter section of the cabinet. Repair due to improper filter installation is not cov-
ered under warranty.
5.From back of unit, gently slide filter with wider handle into long, narrow opening on right. DO NOT force air filter into place. Gently slide filter with thinner handle into opening on left. When properly installed, both air filters will smoothly complete the curves at the back of the unit.
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