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CLEANING THE AIR CLEANING FILTER
Cleaning the air cleaning filter (about once every 3 months)
Remove the catechin air filter (left one).
The air cleaning filter is not attached to the right side
catechin air filter.
Pull up the tabs on both sides of the air
cleaning filter with your finger and remove
the air cleaning filter (blue bellows type) from
the catechin air filter.
Soak the filter together with its frame in
lukewarm water and wash it.
■ If the dirt is noticeable, use a solution of mild
detergent diluted in lukewarm water.
■ If hot water (50°C or more) is used, the filter may be
deformed.
■ Do not use a scrubbing brush or sponge. This may
damage the surface of the filter.
■ Do not use a chlorine detergent.
After rinsing with water/lukewarm water,
shake off the excess water and dry the filter
well in the shade.
■ Do not expose the filter to direct sunlight or heat
from a fire when drying it.
Catechin air
filter
REPLACEMENT OF THE AIR CLEANING FILTER
When the capacity is lowered because of dirt, etc., it is necessary to replace the air cleaning filter.
Air cleaning filter replacement (about once every year)
Remove the catechin air filter (left one).
The air cleaning filter is not attached to the right side
catechin air filter.
Pull up the tabs on both sides of the air
cleaning filter with your finger and remove
the air cleaning filter (blue bellows type) from
the catechin air filter.
Attach a new air cleaning filter to the catechin
air filter so that all 8 tabs on the catechin air
filter are securely installed.
Install the catechin air filter. (Securely install
its tabs.)
Securely close the front panel.
Catechin air
filter
Catechin air filter
(Back side)
Catechin air filter
(Back side)
Air cleaning filter
• If the air cleaning filter is clogged, it may lower the unit’s capacity or cause condensation at the air outlet.
• The air cleaning filter is disposable. The standard usable term is about 1 year.
Optional parts Optional parts are available from your local dealer.
Name of parts
Parts number MAC-415FT-E
This optional part is for the replacement of the left side filter only. No optional part is available for the right side filter.
AIR CLEANING FILTER
(Anti-Allergy Enzyme Filter)
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