Ionmax ION401 user manual

v2.1. Updated August 2015.

Please read the user manual to ensure safe and proper usage.

Please read the instructions carefully before using and be sure to keep the user manual where it is easily accessible for future reference.

Table of contents

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Important safety instructions

PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Please exercise caution when operating this appliance. Please read the warnings below to prevent any chance of electric shock, injury, fire hazard or damage.

Do not use the unit outdoors.
Use only the voltage which has been specified suitable for this product.
Do not let children operate the unit without adult supervision.
Always disconnect this product from its power supply before removing internal parts for cleaning.
Do not touch any parts within the product during operation.
Do not open the casing of this product. Doing so could cause injury and nullify warranty.
Never wash the product with water or touch it with wet hands.
Do not use the product in bathrooms, humid areas, fireplaces, or place it in proximity to flammable or combustible products.
Do not use the ionic air purifier in the kitchen. Airborne oil cooking may follow air circulation into the product, leaving oil and dust residues on the unit and its surrounding areas.
Do not pull the handle of the Dust Collection Blades with force, without releasing the lock, to prevent damaging the product.
Never operate the ionic air purifier if the plug cord is damaged. Please contact authorised distributor or qualified personnel to replace the damaged parts.
Always turn off and unplug this product when not in use over a long period of time. Please hold the secured portion of the plug and remove it from the outlet gently. Do not place the power cord near any heat sources.
Keep yourself at a safe distance while the unit is running to prevent hairs, fingers, clothing and accessories from getting into the unit.
Please ensure that the plug has a proper grounding system.
Please check the product and clean dust regularly to prevent excessive deposits from setting off sparks and causing fire.

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, 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.

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Features

A. Cleaning Rod

B. Control Panel

C. Casing

D. Power Cord

E. Base

F. Handle

G. Dust Collection Blades

H. Sliding Lock Button

Getting started

Place this product on a level surface and choose a proper power outlet, referring to safety instructions to ensure safe conduct.
Position your ION401 at least 30cm away from the wall.
Connect it to the power supply.

Your ION401 is now ready for operation.

Controls / Settings

ON/ OFF Button

Turns unit on and off

This indicates that the unit is in high operation mode

MED

This light indicates that the unit is in medium operation mode with 20 second intervals of rest between every 20 seconds of operation.

This light indicates that the unit is in low operation mode with 80 second intervals of rest between every 20 seconds of operation.

Cleaning Indicator

If the red light comes on, this is an indication that your ION401 needs to be cleaned, or it is experiencing other problems. Please refer to the troubleshooting section of this manual for details.

Modes of operation

Press the ON/OFF button to activate the unit and select your preferred mode of operation.

Your ION401 starts in HI operation mode by default. Pressing the ON/OFF button cycles the mode from HI to MED to LO and ON/OFF.

Mode & Description

Lo: This economic mode is suitable for small rooms.

Med: This mode is most suited to medium-sized rooms with frequently closed windows.

Hi: This mode delivers the most negative ions, making it suitable for larger rooms.

Note: if the unit is not cleaned for a long period of time, the Cleaning Required light will turn red and the unit will shut down automatically.

Cleaning and maintenance

This ION401 runs quietly and produces clean, fresh and healthy air. If your product becomes noisy, this generally indicates that it needs to be cleaned.

Caution:

Always disconnect this product from its power supply before detaching or installing any parts.
The Dust Collection Blades cannot be detached without first releasing the lock. Do not use excessive force to pull out the blades to prevent damaging the product.
To prevent damaging the unit, always allow the dust collection blades to dry thoroughly before re-inserting into their original position in the unit.

Recommendations:

In order to keep the unit working properly, we highly recommend the following measures:

Clean the Dust Collection Blades once every 3 to 4 days.
Clean the Ionising Wires once a week or when the unit becomes noisy.
If your ION401 operates in a heavily polluted environment, make sure to clean it more frequently.

Cleaning instructions

Cleaning the Dust Collection Blades

Hold the handle, as shown in Figure 1 (following page).
Next, pull the sliding lock button (see Figure 2 part B) and lift the handle gently upward (see Figure 2 part A).
Place the blades on the ground or floor, leaving them for 10 minutes to discharge any static currents.
Wipe away the trapped particles on the blades with a damp sponge or cloth. Mild detergent and water may be used if necessary. Note: If detergent and water are used, you must wait at least 24 hours for the blades to dry completely.
Leave your unit to dry for 2 to 3 hours.

Inserting the Dust Collection Blades

After your blades are clean and dry, vertically re-insert the blades into their correct position, as show in Figure 4. Note: if you use a combination of water and a cleaning product, you must wait at least 24 hours for the blades to completely dry.

Cleaning the Ionising Wires

Each strand of ionising wire is equipped with a dust removal mechanism and must be cleaned once a week, or when the unit becomes noisy.

Lift the Cleaning Rod (see Figure 4 Part C)
Pull the Cleaning Rod up and push it down several times to remove the dust on the Ionising Wires.
Return the Cleaning Rod to its original position by lightly pushing it into place.

Troubleshooting

Indication light is not lit

Possible cause: Power cord is not connected properly
Solution: Check if plug is loose and reconnect the power cord properly

Possible cause: The ON/OFF button has not been correctly pressed
Solution: Press the ON/OFF button to ensure the unit is switched on

Possible cause: Dust Collection Blades are not installed properly
Solution: Re-insert the Dust Collection Blades properly

Red light is lit up

Possible cause: Too much dust has accumulated inside the unit
Solution: Clean the unit according to the cleaning instructions

Possible cause: Collection blades are jarred or have been removed suddenly
Solution: Remove and re-insert the dust collection blades and press the ON/OFF button to reset

Possible cause: A short circuit may have occured
Solution: Press the ON/OFF button to reset

Unit is noisy