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Should the filter become damaged during cleaning
replacements are available by calling 1-800-253-2764.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Solution
Unit will not operate • Check to make sure the unit is
plugged in.
• Check to make sure the unit is on
by turning the speed control.
Decreased airflow • Check If the PERMAtech
®
filter
should be cleaned.
• Check the filter to make sure
it is in good condition.
• Check to ensure nothing is blocking
air inlet and filtered air outlet..
Noise • Make sure filter bag is
removed if present.
2. Plug into a 120V AC electrical outlet.
3. Select the desired operating speed. Your air cleaner has
three speed settings. You can select from HIGH ( ),
MEDIUM ( ) or LOW ( ) by moving the speed con-
trol to the desired setting.
4. To release negative ions into the filtered air, turn to ionizer
control ( ) to ON and the light will illuminate.
5. For optimum air filtration, it is recommended to operate
the air cleaner continuously. Its rugged motor has been
designed to give many years of use.
For continuous use, it’s recommended to operate the air
cleaner at the MEDIUM setting. For quieter operation or
use in a bedroom, select the LOW setting. When high
levels of air particulates are present, select the HIGH
setting to quickly circulate and filter the room air.
CLEANING/MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Turn off and unplug the unit before cleaning.
1. The outside of the air cleaner can be cleaned with a
soft, damp cloth.
2. The rear air inlet grill can be removed and washed in
warm soapy water (not dishwasher safe). Dry before
replacing in the unit.
3. The front air outlet grill can be cleaned of dust with a
small soft brush or cloth.
WARNING: Do not allow moisture to come in contact with
the main housing of the air cleaner.
PERMAtech
®
FILTER CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Every few weeks, check the condition of the filter.
2. Turn off and unplug unit. Remove the air inlet grill by
pulling the air inlet grill towards you by grasping the fin-
ger tab on the top of the unit.
3. Remove and examine the foam pre-filter. If it has col-
lected a noticeable amount of dust or lint, remove it
from the inlet of the grill and wash it in warm soapy
water. Rinse and drip dry the pre-filter thoroughly before
replacing it into the inlet of the grill.
4. With the rear grill removed, check the condition of your
PERMAtech
®
filter. If the filter is dirty, remove it by grip-
ping on both sides and pulling forward.
5. To clean the PERMAtech
®
filter use a brush attachment
with your vacuum cleaner.
Run the attachment along
the inlet and outlet side of
the filter trying to clean
between the pleated filter
layers. (Fig. 1)
DO NOT USE WATER OR
ANY OTHER HOUSEHOLD CLEANERS OR DETER-
GENTS TO CLEAN THE PERMAtech
®
FILTER.
AIR CLEANER SAFETY
PLEASE READ AND SAVE
THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions
should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock, and injury to persons, including the following:
• Read all instructions before using the appliance.
• To avoid fire or shock hazard, plug the appliance directly
into a 120V AC electrical outlet.
• If the filter is covered by a bag when shipped: Remove
plastic bag before use.
• Keep the cord out of heavy traffic areas. To avoid fire
hazard, NEVER put the cord under rugs, near heat reg-
isters, radiators, stoves, or heaters.
• To protect against electrical hazards, DO NOT immerse
in water or other liquids. Do not use near water.
• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is
used by or near children, or disabled persons.
• Always unplug the air cleaner before moving it, opening
the grill, changing the filters, cleaning, or whenever the
air cleaner is not in use. Be sure to pull by the plug and
not the cord.
• NEVER drop or insert any object into any openings.
• DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord
or plug, if motor fan fails to rotate, after the appliance
malfunctions, or if it has been dropped or damaged in
any manner. Return appliance to manufacturer for
examination, electrical or mechanical adjustment, or repair.
• Use appliance only for intended household use as
described in this manual. Any other use not recom-
mended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric
shock, or injury to persons. The use of attachments not
recommended or sold by JCS/THG, LLC may cause
hazards.
• DO NOT use outdoors.
• NEVER block the air openings, grills/outlets or place on
a soft surface such as a bed or sofa, as this could
cause the unit to tip over, blocking the air intake open-
ing/grill.
• Keep unit away from heated surfaces and open flames.
• DO NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or
mechanical functions on this unit. Doing so will void
your warranty. The inside of the unit contains no user
serviceable parts except the filter. All servicing should
be performed by qualified personnel only.
• WARNING:To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock,
DO NOT use this air cleaner with any solid-state speed
control device.
• DO NOT place anything on top of unit.
PLEASE READ AND SAVE
THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
POLARIZED PLUG
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the
other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will
fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug
does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If
it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do
not attempt to modify the plug in any way. If the plug fits loosely into
the AC outlet or if the AC outlet feels warm do not use that outlet.
CORD AND PLUG INSTALLATION SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
The length of cord used on this appliance was selected to
reduce the hazards of becoming tangled in, or tripping over
a longer cord. If a longer cord is necessary, an approved
extension cord may be used. The electrical rating of the
extension cord must be equal to or greater than the rating
of the air cleaner. Care must be taken to arrange the exten-
sion cord so that it will not drape over the countertop or
tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or acciden-
tally tripped over.
Thank you for choosing a Bionaire
®
air cleaner. To
ensure the best performance from your air cleaner,
please read and save the following instructions.
IONIZER
Your air cleaner has an optional ionizer feature, which,
when turned on, releases negative ions into outgoing filtered
air. Ions are tiny particles that carry a positive or negative
charge. These ions exist naturally around us, in the air,
water, and ground. Both positive and negative ions are col-
orless, odorless, and completely harmless. Negative ions
help the air purification process by attaching themselves to
very small airborne particles in the room.
These particles take on a negative charge and may join
with positively charged particles such as dust, pollen,
smoke, and pet dander to form larger particles that are
then more readily captured by the filter system, or may be
attracted to positively charged surfaces throughout the
home, like walls or floors. This may occur more frequently
when the filter is nearing the end of its functional life
expectancy and is able to capture less of the charged par-
ticles.
You may also note after extended use, that dust has col-
lected around the grills or front panel. This is from the ion-
ization affect caused by the negative ions exiting from the
air outlet. This is additional evidence of the air cleaning
effectiveness of negative ions. The dust can be easily
removed with a clean, damp cloth or soft brush.
Finally, using your ionizer may result in an occasional pop-
ping or cracking sound. This is a normal sound, generally
caused by a small build-up of ions that, when discharged,
cause the popping or cracking sound.
NOTE:It is important to clean the PERMAtech
®
filter at the
recommended intervals.
Using the ionizer in conjunction with dirty filters may result
in dirty particles exiting the air purifier and being attracted
to walls, carpets, furniture, or other household objects.
These dirty particles may prove very difficult to remove.
Homes with excessive amounts of pet dander, dust, or
smoke may decrease the life expectancy of the PERMAtech
®
filtration system and may interfere with the ionization
process. You may want to run the Ionizer less often and
check the condition of the PERMAtech
®
filter(s) more
frequently in order to reduce particles from being attracted
to surfaces throughout your home as mentioned above.
If the filters are enclosed in plastic bags please
ensure that the bags are removed prior to operation.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Carefully unpack your air cleaner. Select a firm level
place where there are no obstructions to the air inlet or
filtered air outlet. A good location in a room is approxi-
mately 1 foot away from the wall, in a central location
of your home.
DO NOT POINT AIR OUTLET TOWARDS WALL.
NOTE: Vacuuming will restore performance of the
PERMAtech
®
filter however, the filter may appear
stained. This is normal and does not affect perform-
ance in any way.
6. This model utilizes a hang
tab and filter clips to insure
that the filter is properly in
place. Before replacing the
PERMAtech
®
filter make
sure that the hang tab is
securely in place. The clip
can only be attached to the
tabs on the filter one way.
The filter clip should easily
slide onto the filter hang tab with only a small amount of
pressure. DO NOT use force while attaching the clip to
the filter. (Fig. 2)
7. Align the clip on the top of
the PERMAtech
®
filter with
the rails on the inside of
the cleaner unit. Gently
slide the filter onto the rail
(Fig. 3). NOTE:The side
with the soft gasket should
face inward.
8. Replace air inlet grill back
onto unit securely.
Filter Life – The filter has been designed to never need
replacement, however, it does need servicing. We
recommend that under normal conditions of continuous
use, the filter should be cleaned at least every 3 months to
help maintain optimal performance.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Air Cleaner
Model #
Filter Quantity
Needed
Filter # Filter Description
BAP1412-U
1
323-069
PERMAtech™
Filter