GCX Series User`s Manual

G C X S e r i e s

High-Performance Air Cleaning System

User’s Manual

Swiss Made

Important Safety Instructions

About This User’s Manual

Congratulations on your purchase of this IQAir® high-performance air cleaning system. Please study this user manual carefully to familiarize yourself with the special features and functions of your IQAir® system and keep it in a safe place for future reference.

Read these instructions before using the appliance:

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Do not use this appliance as sole protection against harmful pollutants.

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Do not immerse the appliance in water or other liquids.

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Always disconnect the power from this appliance by unplugging the power cable before adding or removing parts and before cleaning.

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Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if the motor fan fails to rotate, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water.

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If the power cord of this appliance should become damaged, it may be replaced with a similar two-pole cord set, as is commonly used for computers and similar appliances.

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Only use this appliance for its intended purpose of air cleaning in non-industrial environments.

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Do not use this appliance in areas with very high concentrations of dusts or powder to prevent the danger of dust explosions.

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Do not use this appliance in explosive areas.

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Do not use attachments or filters not recommended by IQAir®.

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Do not use outdoors.

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Do not obstruct the air inlet and air outlet of the appliance.

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Do not place the appliance on a soft surface such as a bed or other soft furnishings.

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Only use this appliance in an upright position.

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Do not place next to a humidifier.

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Keep the power cord away from heated surfaces.

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Save these instructions for future reference.

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The IQAir® Group reserves the right to change specifications contained in this document at any time and without prior notice.

© 2009 The IQAir® Group. All rights reserved. IQAir® is the registered trademark of The IQAir® Group. EvenFlow™ is a trademark of The IQAir® Group. IQAir® systems and filters are protected under U.S. patents 6 001 145 and 6 159 260. Other U.S.,

European and Asian patents pending.

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Table of Contents

Important Safety Instructions

Chapter 1 – Air Cleaning Systems and Indoor Air Quality

1. 1 Improving Indoor Air Quality

Chapter 2 – Setting Up

2. 1 Unpacking

2. 2

2. 3

Choosing a Suitable Location

Connecting to Power

Chapter 3 – The IQAir® System’s Components

3. 1 Description of Housing Components

3. 2

3. 3

Description of Removable Components

How the IQAir® System Works

Chapter 4 – Using the Control Panel

4. 1 Description of Control Panel

4. 1. 1 Description of Control Panel Keys

4. 2 Control Panel Locking Function

4. 3 Fan Speed and Air Delivery

4. 3. 1 Regulating Fan Speed

4. 3. 2 Air Exchange Rates in Differently Sized Rooms

4. 4 Using the Menu Functions

4. 4. 1 Menu Overview

4. 4. 2 Filter Life Monitor

4. 4. 3 Setting the Auto Timer

4. 4. 4 Day-of-the-Week Timer

4. 4. 5 Timer ON/OFF Fan Speed Selection Menu

4. 4. 6 Timer Information in the Control Panel

4. 4. 7 Time & Day Setting

4. 4. 8 Filter Life Reset

4. 4. 9 Changing Airflow Units

4. 4. 10 Language Setting

Chapter 5 – Using the Remote Control

5. 1 Remote Control Elements and Functions

5. 2

5. 3

Getting the Best Transmission Results

Replacing the Battery of the Remote Control

Chapter 6 – Replacing Filters

6. 1 Location of the Filter Elements

6. 2

6. 3

Ordering Replacement Filters

Opening and Closing the Housing

6. 3. 1 Troubleshooting when Closing the Housing

6. 4 Replacing the Pre-Filter (Filter 1)

6. 5 Replacing the Gas Phase Filter Cartridges and Post-Filter Sleeves (Filter 2)

6. 6 Discarding Used Filters

Chapter 7 – Maintenance

7. 1 Cleaning the Housing

7. 2

7. 3

7. 4

Maintenance-Free Fan

Technical Support and Repairs

IQAir Warranty

Chapter 8 – Anti-Tampering Kit Instructions

Chapter 9 – IQAir® Accessories (Optional)

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Chapter 1

– Air Cleaning Systems and Indoor Air Quality

Chapter 1 – Air Cleaning Systems and Indoor Air Quality

State-of-the-art filtration technology

Your IQAir advanced air cleaning system has been developed especially for the control of specific gaseous components. Thanks to advanced gas cartridge (GCX) filter technology, each model of the IQAir GCX Series has been optimized for the control of specific gaseous pollutant groups. The following model configurations are available:

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IQAir® GCX VOC

for the control of volatile organic compounds

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IQAir® GCX MultiGas

for the control of volatile organic compounds and many inorganic compounds

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IQAir® GCX Chemisorber

for the control of many inorganic compounds and some organic compounds

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IQAir® GCX AM

for the control of ammonia and amines

1.1 Improving Indoor Air Quality

Air cleaning can play an important role when it comes to improving indoor air quality. However, it should be noted that air cleaning should be used in conjunction with pollution source control and ventilation, wherever possible.

Strategy to improve indoor air quality

To tackle any indoor air quality problem, keep the following three-step strategy in mind:

1. Eliminate or reduce the air pollution source as much as possible. Source control is by far the most effective way to improve indoor air quality, since it sets out to deal with air pollution at the point of origin.

2. Ensure that sufficient fresh air is entering the room from outside. Air cleaners are not a substitution for sufficient ventilation. They are not able to reverse the conversion of oxygen (O

2

) into carbon dioxide (CO

2

), caused by breathing and combustion processes.

3. Ensure the IQAir® system can clean enough air to cope with your room size. The actual hourly air volume cleaned by the system should be at least double the air volume of your room. If the rate at which pollutants enter the room air is high or the indoor air quality requirements are stringent, the hourly air delivery of the system needs to exceed the room air volume several times. To achieve that level of air turnover, it may be necessary to employ more than one IQAir system, or consider an IQAir whole-house system.

Air Cleaning Results

Although air cleaners may be advertised and sold to be suitable for use in specific indoor environments and to deal with specific indoor air quality problems, the manufacturer and distributors make no claim as to the specific air cleaning results that are achieved under the user’s individual operating conditions. The air quality improvements that can be realized with the IQAir® system (as with any air cleaner) in indoor environments depends to a significant degree on circumstantial factors, which are out of the control of the manufacturer or distributors. Important factors which will influence the air quality improvements that can be achieved in an indoor environment with an air cleaner include:

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Type of air pollutants present

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Intensity of the pollutant source(s)

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Pollutant concentration

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Size of the indoor environment (room size)

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Operating speed of the unit

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Number of air cleaners placed in the indoor environment

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Saturation state of the filters in the air cleaner

Consult a qualified specialist to determine an effective and comprehensive indoor air quality strategy.

Chapter 2

– Setting Up

Chapter 2 – Setting Up

2.1 Unpacking

To unpack the IQAir® system, open the top of the box and remove the square styrofoam pad which contains all accessories and product literature. Lay the box on its side, hold the system by the handle and pull it out of the box.

Remove the plastic bag and foam belt. Keep the packaging for future transport and service needs.

4 post filter sleeves

Note:

The sleeves are supplied inside the IQAir system. Pull the post filter sleeves over the cartridges before installing the cartridges in the air cleaner.

IQAir®

Advanced Air Cleaning System

4 gas phase filter cartridges

Note:

The gas phase filter cartridges for the air cleaner are supplied in a separate box and must be installed before use.

Power cord

G C X S e r i e s

High-Performance Air Cleaning System

Remote control including battery

User’s Manual

User manual

Swiss Made

Getting Started with Your IQAir® GCX System

Thank you for choosing an IQAir advanced air cleaning system. This 2-page instruction sheet will assist you in getting started with your IQAir in a matter of minutes. Simply follow the instructions below. To access some of the more advanced features of your IQAir GCX system, such as the timer, please refer to the detailed instructions in the IQAir

User Manual.

Your IQAir GCX system is supplied with the following items:

• Individually Numbered Certificate of Performance

• User Manual with Warranty Registration Card

• IQAir Referal Program Card

• Power Connection Cord

• Remote Control (incl. battery)

• Set of 4 GCX Cartridges (delivered in a separate box)

• Set of 4 GCX Post-Filter Sleeves (inside the air cleaner in the F2 chamber)

• Getting Started Instructions

• How to Install Anti-tampering Features

• Anti-tampering Kit

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Setting Up Your IQAir GCX System

A) Unpacking

To unpack your GCX system, open the top of the box and remove the user manual, certificate of performance and the styrofoam pad. Lay the box on its side and pull the GCX system out by its top handle. Place the device in its upright position and remove all packaging materials. The GCX cartridges are supplied in a separate box.

B) Choosing a suitable location

The GCX system should be positioned as centrally as possible in the room where clean air is desired and at least one foot (12 inches) away from the nearest vertical surface.

C) Install your GCX Cartridges

Your GCX cartridges have come in a separate box - to avoid shipping damage. Therefore, you’ll need to install your GCX cartridges. Open the GCX system to gain access to filter 2 (GCX cartridges). For further explanation, please refer to the GCX User Manual chapter 6. Unpack the four (4) GCX cartridges located in a separate shipping box. Cover the GCX cartridges with the post-filter sleeves provided.

D) Connecting the GCX system to the power supply

Plug the connector-end of the power cord into the base of the GCX system. Locate a suitable wall socket and connect the power cord. The GCX system is now in standby mode ready to be switched on.

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Using the Electronic Control Panel

A) Switching the GCX system on/off

B)

To switch the GCX system on or off, simply press the POWER button , located on the far left of the control panel.

Regulating the fan speed

To select the desired fan speed, simply press the ARROW button on the control panel. When the top speed has been reached, the display will start again at the lowest fan speed with the next push of the “arrow” button.

C) Setting the clock

Setting the time and weekday is not essential for the GCX system to keep track of filter life. However, the setting of the clock is required to program the GCX system’s daily and weekly timer. For detailed instructions, please refer to the GCX Series user manual.

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QuickStart Guide

The IQAir ® Referral Program

The IQAir Referral Program

To thank you for recommending IQAir, we are proud to introduce the IQAir Referral Program. For every IQAir system purchased through your recommendation, you will receive one free pre-filter per referral. The more people or businesses you refer, the more pre-filters you’ll receive, FREE! Additional brochures for your family, friends, colleagues or company are enclosed with the IQAir system you purchased. You may also download a brochure at www.iqair.com

and email it to them.

As an IQAir owner you experience first hand the performance and elegance of IQAir. Please share your satisfaction with IQAir with your family, friends, colleagues and community. Word-of-mouth recommendations allow an ever increasing number of people to experience how truly clean air can improve their quality of life. The IQAir Referral

Program is IQAir’s way of saying thank you for sharing IQAir with the people you care about.

Thank you for choosing IQAir as your air cleaning solution!

As an IQAir customer, we value your thoughts and suggestions. You can contact us at (877) 715-4-AIR (247), fax us at

(562) 903-7601, or email us at [email protected]. We look forward to hearing from you.

Terms and Conditions:

The referrer and the referee must be registered warranty customers. Referral claim must be received within 6 weeks of referee’s purchase. Pre-filter will be shipped to referrer when referral sale becomes final.

Limited to one pre-filter per referral. Please fill out one card per referral. Allow 4 weeks for shipping. Self referral is not eligible. The IQAir Referral Program is not available to IQAir Dealers, Resellers, Retailers or Installers. The Program terms and conditions are subject to change without notice.

Fill out the card below to claim your free pre-filter. Please write legibly. Thank you!

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Information about you (referrer)

Shell no :

Last name:

Company name:

Address :

City:

Serial no:

First name:

Phone:

Purchased from:

Zip Code / Postal Code:

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Information about referee (person who purchased IQAir on your recommendation)

Last name: First name:

Address:

City:

Serial no. (if known):

.

Phone:

Zip code:

I certify that the above information is correct. Referrer’s Signature:

Please return this card to:

IQAir North America, Inc., 10440 Ontiveros Place, Unit 1, Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670, USA

Alternatively you may fax this page:

(562) 903-7601

Questions? Call us toll free at

(877) 400-1050

Referral Program

Certificate of

Performance

Chapter 8

– Anti-Tampering Kit Instructions


Your IQAir ® system comes with two anti-tampering features designed to prevent unauthorized tampering with the system:

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The arm-locking fixture prevents unauthorized access to the system’s replacement filters.

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The power cord inlet fixture helps to prevent the unauthorized unplugging of the system. Note: Additional measures have to be taken to prevent unplugging of the air cleaner from the wall plug.

What’s included in the anti-tampering kit:

1 x Torx 10 Safety Tool


2 x Torx 10 Safety Screws


The only additional tool you need to enable the anti-tampering features is a medium size flat head screw driver.

How to install the power cable fixture

1 2 3

1) Make sure the power cord is unplugged. Plug the power cable into the air cleaner’s power socket.

How to install the arm locking fixture

1

2) The metal clamp on the cable now lines up with two screw holes in the base of the air cleaner.

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3) Insert two of the small screws supplied (Torx 10) and fix the metal clamp to the air cleaner, using the supplied tool.

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1) Disconnect the power cord. Press with the flathead screwdriver into the small opening on the side of the arm with the IQAir logo face plate (not the control panel side).

2) Lift out the face plate.

3) Use the larger screws and tool supplied. Insert the screws through the two holes and tighten.

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Chapter 2

– Setting Up

2.2 Choosing a Suitable Location

When choosing a suitable location for the

IQAir system, keep the following considerations in mind:

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Choosing the most suitable room for the system will depend on where you would like the focus of the air cleaning efforts. Two main considerations are the time you spend in a particular room and the location of the main air pollution sources. As a general rule, the closer the system is located to the air pollution source, the better the air cleaning performance in the room.

Although an air cleaning result may be achieved in adjacent rooms, the main air cleaning will take place in the room where the system is located. For the best air cleaning results in adjacent rooms, make sure that doors to these rooms are left wide min. distance

12” (1 foot)

Control panel should be easily accessible

Keep power cord clear of walk-ways open.

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For best performance, the system should be positioned at least 12 inches (1 foot) away from the nearest vertical surface, such as a wall or a cupboard. In general, the more centrally the system is positioned, the better the performance.

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Position the system close to a power outlet and make sure that the power cord is positioned in a way that it does not present an obstacle.

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Make sure that the system is positioned in such a way that the control panel is easily accessible.

2.3 Connecting to Power

1. Plug the connector end of the power cord into the recessed power inlet socket on the back of the system.

2. Plug the other end of the power cord into a power outlet or power strip.

Important:

The only way to disconnect power completely is to unplug the power cord.

Do not use the IQAir® system when the power cord becomes damaged.

The power cord may be replaced with an approved cord with a two-pole plug. These power cords are commonly used for computers and similar appliances.

Power outlet

Power cord plug

(plug types vary)

Power inlet socket

Power cord connector

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Chapter 3

– System’s Components

Chapter 3 – The IQAir® System’s Components

3.1 Description of Housing Components

The IQAir® system features a modular tower design in which all important filtration and air moving components are positioned vertically in-line, i.e. stacked on top of another. Air is drawn into the system at the base, and passes through several filter stages to be returned to the room via the diffuser on top of the system. The housing modules are held together by two locking arms.

Locking arms

Handle

EvenFlow™ Diffuser

Air outlet openings

Frame module 5

Frame module 4

Frame module 3

Frame module 2

Fan assembly

Filter module 1

Base

Air intake opening

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The

Locking Arms

hold the housing elements together. When opened, the locking arms allow easy access to all filters.

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The

Handle

on top of the diffuser is designed for carrying the IQAir system.

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The


features an omni-directional horizontal air outlet.

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Frame 3 to 5

surrounds the 4 gas phase cartridges and filter sleeves to where the diffuser starts.

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The

Filter Module 2

consists of frame 2 and a steel base plate in which the four gas phase filter cartridges are fixed by means of a bayonet locking system.

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The

Fan Assembly

comprises two housing modules with the centrifugal fan inside.

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The

Filter Module 1

consists of frame 1 and the particulate pre-filter which is secured inside the frame by several filter clamps.

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The

Base

with its arched design features air intake openings on two sides.

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– System’s Components

3.2 Description of Removable Components

The IQAir® system features a modular housing design which enables the easy replacement of all filter elements in a matter of seconds. The illustration below shows all the removable components. For more details on how to re pla ce filters, please refer to Chapter 6 – Replacing Filters.

Post-filter sleeves


Frame 5

Frame 4

Frame 3

Frame 2

Gas phase filter cartridges

Filter clamps

Pre-filter

Frame 1

3.3 How the IQAir® System Works

1.

Room air is drawn into the system via two arched open ings at the base.

2.

The air is drawn in through a high-efficiency pre-filter that removes most pollu tion particles.

3.

At the heart of the system, sand wiched between the fil ters, is a powerful centrifugal fan which generates the airflow.

4.

The air is pushed through four steel cartridges that contain up to

31 lbs. of gas phase control media, which retains specific gaseous pollutants.

5.

Particulate post-filter sleeves hold back abrasion particles from the gas phase filter media.

6.

Low turbulence, low velocity air is returned to the room via the

EvenFlow™ diffuser.

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Chapter 4

– Using the Control Panel

Chapter 4 – Using the Control Panel

The IQAir® system is operated and controlled via the electronic control panel which is located at the top of the front locking arm.

Several operations can be completed via the electronic control panel:

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Switching the system on and off

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Controlling the fan speed and corresponding air delivery rate

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Checking the remaining filter life of the individual filters

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Setting the automatic timer

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Resetting the Filter Life Monitor after replacing a filter

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Locking the control panel to avoid tampering with the system’s settings

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Choosing the desired display language

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Setting the day & time

4.1 Description of Control Panel

LCD

= Liquid

Crystal Display

Post-Filter

Cartridges

Post-Filter Life LED

Cartridges Life LED

Fan Speed LEDs

Pre-Filter Life LED

Pre-Filter

Timer LED

LED

= Light Emitting Diode

Power

Key

Arrow

Key

Menu

Key

Enter

Key

LCD Display

The 2-line LCD displays important information about the system’s settings.

In standby mode, without the timer activated, the first line displays IQAir GCX and the second line displays Standby. If the timer is activated, the first line displays the day and time and the programmed start and stop times will be displayed on the second line.

If the IQAir® system is on, the first line displays the current speed set ting and the second line displays the corresponding air delivery rate of the system; however, when the timer is activated the programmed start and stop times will be displayed on the second line.

By pressing the Menu key, ten active menu functions may be accessed. These functions are explained in detail in this chapter.

Main window: Standby mode

Main window: On mode

Menu window: Filter Life Monitor

4.1.1 Description of Control Panel Keys

Power Key

The

Power

key switches the IQAir® system on and off. When the system is switched off, the fan stops to run, but the system will remain connected to the power supply (standby mode). The standby mode allows for automatic timer start-up. In the standby mode, the different menu functions can be accessed.

Tip:

In a menu window, the

Power

key also serves as a quick exit key to return to the main display window.

▲

Arrow ( ) Key

When the system is switched on, the key allows the adjustment of the fan speed. In the enter mode, indicated by the appearance of a black flashing cursor (see “Enter Key” below), the key is used to modify the selected setting in the display window. Confirmed with the

Enter

key, the enter mode is automatically terminated. The LCD will then display the current menu settings for another 15 seconds before reverting to the main window display.

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Menu

Menu Key

The

Menu

key allows access to any one of ten menus. Pressing the

Menu

key once allows access to the first menu function. Pressing the

Menu

key twice allows access to the second menu function, and so on. If no key is pressed for

15 seconds in a menu window, the display will revert to the main display window.

Tip:

If you are in a menu window and would like to remain in the window for more than 15 seconds, keep the key depressed.

Enter

Enter Key

The

Enter

key, if pressed for 3 seconds, allows the modification of a setting. The enter mode is indicated by a flashing cursor on the modifiable setting. Pressing the

Enter

key again will save any entry and move the cursor to the next modifiable item in the display window. When the last modifiable choice in a window is confirmed with the

Enter

key, the enter mode is automatically terminated and the new settings are saved.

Filter Life LEDs:

Whenever the system is on, the color of the filter life LEDs (light emitting diodes) indicates the state of the in di vidual filters in the system.

Note:

The positions of the filter life LEDs on the control panel correspond to the actual positions of the filters within the system.

The filter life indicator LEDs signal four possible stages in the life of the filter:

1. Green:

The filter is still within 80% of its estimated life span.

2. Orange:

3. Red:

The filter is approaching the last 20% of its estimated life span.

The filter has reached the end of its estimated life span.

4. Red blinking:

The filter has passed its estimated life span and should be replaced immediately. The IQAir® system’s effectiveness is likely to have been reduced dramatically, either due to a reduction in airflow (particle filters are clogged) or a reduction in filter efficiency (gas phase filter is saturated).

Fan Speed LEDs:

These LEDs simulate the fan speed through the frequency of their rotation. The faster the rotation of the fan speed LEDs, the faster the actual fan speed of the unit.

4.2 Control Panel Locking Function

The control panel keys can be locked to avoid tampering with the settings. To lock or unlock the control panel keys, both the

Menu

and the

Enter

key have to be pressed down simultaneously for 3

Post-Filter

Cartridges

symbol in the control panel display.

Pre-Filter

4.3 Fan Speed and Air Delivery

The IQAir® system can be set to run at six different fan speeds, which correspond to six different airflow rates. Speed

1 is the lowest speed. Speed 6 the highest fan speed. The higher the fan speed, the more room air will be filtered by the system. The high fan speed settings provide additional air cleaning power to deal with situations of elevated pollution levels.

To allow better evaluation of the system’s performance at different fan speeds, the standard display window shows not only the fan speed, but also the air delivery rate (airflow). The displayed airflow is factory preset and is not measured by the system itself. (When timer is activated, the display will change. Refer to section 4.4.6)

4.3.1 Regulating Fan Speed

1.

When the IQAir® system is switched off (standby mode), the first line of the

LCD display shows the model name. To switch the system on, press the

Power

key on the far left of the control panel.

2.

The LCD now displays the fan speed and the corresponding airflow rate.

Note

: The system starts at the fan speed at which it was running when it was last used.

3.

To change the fan speed, press the key.

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4.3.2 Air Exchange Rates in Differently Sized Rooms

Any air cleaner can only be effective if it filters a sufficient amount of air in an indoor environment. For general air cleaning purposes, the IQAir® system should be able to filter the room air volume at least twice every hour on the set fan speed to achieve a significant air quality improvement. If the intensity of the pollution source is high or a high degree of purification is needed, more air changes may become necessary. In order to achieve the desired number of air changes, more than one air cleaner may be required.

The number of air changes that are necessary to attain a certain level of indoor air quality will depend on a variety of factors, including:

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Intensity of air pollution source:

The higher the rate at which air pollutants are produced or enter the indoor environment, the higher the air cleaning rate in the room needs to be.

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Filtration efficiency for specific air pollutants:

The lower the filtration efficiency for certain pollutants, the more air changes are required to reduce these pollutants.

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Desired improvement in air quality:

The higher the desired improvement in air quality, the more air changes are required.

The number of air changes per hour (ACH) produced by an IQAir® system in a specific environment are calculated as follows: hourly air delivery of the IQAir® system (cfm) x 60

= air changes per hour (ACH) air volume of the room (cu.ft.) (L x W x H)

Note:

The air delivery rates of the IQAir® system at the various fan speeds settings are listed on the “Technical

Specifications” sheet included at the back of this manual or at the IQAir website www.iqair.com.

Example calculation:

A room with the dimensions of 13 x 14 x 8.5 ft. has an air volume of 1,547 cu.ft. With an air delivery rate of 140 cfm, the room air volume will be circulated over 5.4 times per hour by the

IQAir® system (140 cfm = 8,400 cu.ft/h; 8,400 cu.ft/h ÷ 1,547 cu.ft = 5.43 ACH).

4.4 Using the Menu Functions

The IQAir® c ontrol panel offers a choice of several menu options which allow access to the advanced features of the system. In total there are ten active menu functions. The functions can be accessed in standby or running mode.

4.4.1 Menu Overview

Pressing the

Menu

key accesses the menu functions in the following order:

1. Filter Life Monitor (Remaining Life)

Allows the viewing of the remaining filter life of the individual filters within the system.

2. Setting the Timer ON period (Auto Timer)

Allows to activate the timer and set the Timer ON period.

3. Automatic Timer (Day-of-the-Week Timer)

Allows to deactivate the Timer ON period on certain days of the week.

4. Timer ON Speed Selection

Allows to set the fan speed for the Timer ON period.

5. Timer OFF Speed Selection

Allows to set the fan speed outside the Timer ON period.

6. Time & Day Setting

Allows to set the current time and day setting.

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7. Filter Life Reset

Allows the resetting of the filter life counter after replacing a filter.

8. Airflow Units

Allows to switch the airflow units between cfm (cubic feet per minute) and m 3 /h (cubic meters per hour).

9. Language

Allows to switch the display language.

10. Service Access

This menu is designed for factory access only.

4.4.2 Filter Life Monitor (Remaining Life)

The IQAir® system is equipped with an electronic Filter Life Monitor that calculates the remaining life of the sys tem’s filter elements. Thanks to the Filter Life Monitor, the user does not have to guess when filters need to be replaced or replace them at fixed intervals (which rarely correspond to the actual amount of use). The Filter Life Monitor keeps track of the most important factors affecting the life of the individual filter elements. The Filter Life Monitor display shows the remaining life of each individual filter at any given time.

1.

To reach the Filter Life Monitor display from the main display win dow, press the

Menu

key once. The remaining life of the Pre-Filter will appear.

2.

Press the key to view the remaining life of the other filters in the system.

3.

The remaining life of the filter elements is expressed in hours of operation at the current speed setting.

How the Filter Life Monitor Works

The basis for the calculation of the remaining filter life is the already elapsed operation time at the set fan speed. This input is compared with an internal memory bank which contains infor mation about the different filters’ lives under specific conditions of use.

The Filter Life Monitor makes a calculation of the remaining filter life, taking into account not only past use of the system, but also likely future use. As reference for future use, the Filter Life Monitor uses the fan speed which is set at the time.

The relationship between the current fan speed and the remaining filter life displayed can be expressed as follows:

The higher the current fan speed setting, the shorter the displayed remaining filter life.

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4.4.3 Setting the Auto Timer

The Auto Timer Menu allows the setting of a Timer ON period, which is defined by a start time and an end time. For the Timer ON period, a fan speed can be selected in the Timer ON Fan Speed Menu (see 4.4.5). The time outside the Timer

ON period is defined as the Timer OFF period for which the air cleaner can be switched off or for which a different fan speed can be selected in the Timer OFF

Fan Speed Menu (see 4.4.5).

The timer status field indicates whether the timer function is enabled or disabled.

The timer status field allows to quickly enable/disable the timer, e.g. for holiday.

1.

To reach the Auto Timer Menu from the main display window, press the

Menu

key twice.

2.

Press and hold the

Enter

key until the cursor starts to flash.

3.

Press the key once to activate the timer.

Note:

If the start and stop time are identical, the timer cannot be ac tivated.

4.

Press the

Enter

key to save the timer status setting and to proceed to the start time.

5.

Select the desired start hour by pressing the key.

6.

Press the

Enter

key to save the start hour and to proceed to the minute setting.

7.

Select the desired start minute setting by pressing the key.

Note:

The minute settings can only be set in five minute increments.

8.

Press the

Enter

key to save the start time and to proceed to the stop time setting.

9.

Select the desired stop hour by pressing the key.

10.

Press the

Enter

key to save the stop hour and to proceed to the minute setting.

11.

Select the desired stop minute setting by pressing the key.

12.

Press the

Enter

key to save the stop minute setting and to exit the enter mode.

Note:

The times are displayed in a 24-hour clock.

timer status field start time end time

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4.4.4 Day-of-the-Week Timer

The Day-of-the-Week Timer allows the deactivation of the Timer ON period on certain days of the week. In its default setting the Timer ON period is enabled on all seven days of the week. This is indicated by stars below the abbreviations of the days. On days without a star the air cleaner will be running at the speed which is set in the Timer OFF Speed Selection Menu (see 4.4.5)

Note:

At least one day of the week must be enabled with a star to be able to run the timer. If the timer is disabled on all days of the week, the timer status field in the Auto Timer Menu will switch to OFF and the timer will be disabled.

1.

To reach the Day-of-the-Week Timer Menu from the main display window, press the

Menu

key three times.

2.

Press and hold the

Enter

key until the cursor appears.

3.

Press the key to activate (star) or deactivate (no star) the Timer ON period on a particular day. Press the

Enter

key to proceed to the next day.

4.

Repeat the same procedure until the timer has been activated/deac ti va ted on the desired days. The final

Enter

command exits the enter mode.

4.4.5 Timer ON/OFF Fan Speed Selection Menu

The Timer ON/OFF Fan Speed Selection Menus allow the setting of two different fan speeds for two different time periods (referred to as Timer ON period and Timer OFF period). For the Timer ON period you can select fan speeds 1 to 6. For the Timer OFF period, you can select fan speeds 0 (OFF) to 6.

1.

To reach the Timer ON Fan Speed Selection Menu from the main display window, press the

Menu

key four times.

2.

Press and hold the

Enter

key until the black cursor appears.

3.

Press the key to select the desired speed for the Timer ON period.

4.

Press the

Enter

key to confirm the chosen speed and to exit the enter mode.

5.

To set the Timer OFF period fan speed, press the

Menu

key one more time.

Press and hold the

Enter

key until the black cursor appears and adjust the

Timer OFF fan speed as above. The final

Enter

command saves the selection and exits the enter mode.

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4.4.6 Timer Information in the Control Panel

The IQAir® control panel shows the timer status without the need to access the T imer related menus.

Timer Deactivated

Display’s Main Window Timer LED

System on Standby:

The first line shows the model name and the second line shows the word

“Standby”. The Timer LED is red.

red

• System is on standby

• Timer is deactivated

System Running:

The first line shows the fan speed and the second line shows the airflow. The Timer

LED is off.

off

• System is running

• Timer is deactivated

Timer Activated

Display’s Main Window Timer LED

System on Standby:

The first line shows the current day and time and the second line shows the next time the system will turn on. The Timer LED is green.

• System is on standby

• Timer activated

green

System Running:

The first line shows the fan speed and the second line shows when the system will switch to the Timer OFF period. The Timer LED is green.

• System is running

• Timer is activated

green

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4.4.7 Time & Day Setting

In order to use the timer function, the current day and time must be set. Once the current day and time are set, they will only need to be reset if the unit is disconnected from the power supply for more than an hour.

1.

To access the Time & Day function from the main display window, press the

Menu

key six times.

2.

Press and hold the

Enter


3.

Select the hour by pressing the key.

4.

Press the

Enter

key to save the hour setting and to proceed to the minute setting.

5.

Select the minutes by pressing the key.

6.

Press the

Enter

key to save the minute setting and to proceed to the day setting.

7.

Select the day of the week by pressing the key.

8.

Press the

Enter

key to save the day setting and to exit the enter mode.

9.

Press the

Power

key to return to the main display.

Note:

The display will automatically return to the main window if no key is pressed for 15 seconds.

4.4.8 Filter Life Reset

The Filter Life Reset function allows the Filter Life Monitor to be reset after a new filter has been inserted. As a result, the appropriate filter life LED on the control panel will be reset to green and the hour count in the Filter Life display will be reset to the full life span of the new filter.

Note:

Resetting the Filter Life Monitor will also cancel the “Replace Filter” warning from the main display window.

1.

To reach the New Filter function from the main display window, press the

Menu

key seven times.

2.

Press and hold the

Enter

key until the flashing cursor appears. The flashing filter refers to the filter and its position within the system.

3.

Press the key to select the filter that has been replaced.

4.

Press the

Enter

key to confirm that the selected filter has been replaced.

5.

To safeguard against inadvertently resetting the life of the wrong filter, the selection needs to be reconfirmed. To reconfirm the filter change and exit the

Filter Life Reset window, press the

Enter

key.

Note:

If the wrong filter has been selected, or if you wish to exit the enter mode, press the

Menu

key. This leaves the Filter Life unchanged.

6.

Upon successful reset of the filter life, the new remaining filter life (taking the currently selected fan speed into account) will be displayed.

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4.4.9 Changing the Airflow Units

1.

To reach the air flow units menu from the main display window, press the menu key eight times. The current airflow unit is displayed.

2.

You can change the air volume units which are displayed from cubic feet per minute (cfm) to cubic meters per hour (m 3 /h), or vice versa, by pressing the

Enter

key for three seconds either when the unit is switched on or in standby mode.

3.

When the first character of the airflow units starts to flash, press the key once to change the units.

4.

Press the

Enter

key to confirm the air volume unit change. Until modified again, the airflow rate will now be displayed in the newly selected units.

Note:

The air delivery (airflow units) displayed in this manual are examples only and will vary according to model.

4.4.10 Language Setting

The Language Menu allows you to change the IQAir® system’s display language.

The languages from which you can choose will depend on the model and the country of purchase.

1.

To reach the Language Menu from the main display window, press the

Menu

key nine times. The current language is displayed.

2.

To change the display language, press and hold the

Enter


3.

Use the key to scroll through the display language options.

4.

Press the

Enter

key to save the desired display language and to exit the enter mode.

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Chapter 5

– Using the Remote Control

Chapter 5 – Using the Remote Control

In addition to the control panel, the IQAir® system can be controlled by using the handheld remote control.

The remote control can be used to:

•

Switch the system on and off

•

Select the desired fan speed

•

Activate and deactivate the timer function (Note: Start and stop times can only be set and changed directly on the system’s control panel)

5.1 Remote Control Elements and Functions

Infrared (IR) diode

Speed control keys

Standby (OFF) key

Timer ON key

Timer Modification key

Timer OFF key

Battery Compartment

(Battery Type: CR2025)

Switching the System On and Off

To switch the IQAir® system on with the remote control, press any one of the

speed control

keys marked with 1 through

6. To switch the IQAir® system off, press the

OFF

key.

Switching the Timer On and Off

If start and stop times have been set in the Daily Timer Menu, it is possible to switch the timer on and off with the remote control. To switch the timer on, press the

Timer Modification

key and then the

Timer ON

key.

To switch the timer off, press the

Timer Modification

key and then the

Timer OFF

key.

5.2 Getting the Best Transmission Results

The IR (infrared) receiver of the IQAir® system is positioned underneath the control panel cover. In order to get the best signal transmission, the remote control should be pointed at the control panel when a remote command is being carried out. Alternatively, the remote control should be pointed at a surface like a wall, ceiling or window, from which the signal can bounce off in a right angle (90°) to the electronic control panel.

Indirect transmission

(bouncing off surface) max. distance: 15 ft.

Position of IR receiver

Direct transmission max. distance : 20 ft.

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– Replacing Filters

5.3 Replacing the Battery of the Remote Control

When the battery becomes weak, the transmission results will deteriorate and the battery should be replaced. The remote control requires one CR2025 battery. The battery compartment is located at the bottom end of the remote control.

To open the battery compartment, press the small lever to the side and slide the battery compartment out. Remove the used battery and insert the new battery.

Battery Compartment

(Battery Type: CR2025)

Chapter 6 – Replacing Filters

The IQAir® system is equipped with a Filter Life Monitor which is designed to assist you in determining when a filter needs to be replaced. If the air pollution in your environment is very high, there is a possibility that the filter may not be effective throughout the displayed life time and may have to be replaced earlier than indicated by the Filter Life

Monitor.

For this reason, it is important to look out for the signs of used up filters and replace filters earlier if necessary. The main signs are:

•

Increased operating noise

•

Decreased airflow

•

Clogged filters

•

Increased odor presence

Note:

Whenever a filter is replaced, the filter life must be reset for the new filter.

Refer to section 4.4.8.

6.1 Location of the Filter Elements

Post-Filter

Cartridges

The IQAir® system features a modular housing design which enables easy replacement of all filters in a matter of minutes. The illustration of the IQAir® system on the control panel shows the positions of the individual filters. These positions correspond to the actual positions of the filters within the system.

Filter Positions as shown on the Control Panel

6.2 Ordering Replacement Filters

Pre-Filter

To order replacement filters, please contact your local IQAir authorized dealer. To locate the dealer nearest to you, call 1-877-715-4-AIR (247) or visit www.iqair.com.

Please order your replacement filters by quoting the appropiate article numbers stated below:

IQAir® GCX VOC:

Pre-Filter

VOC filter cartridge

Post-Filter sleeve set

Art. No. 102 14 11 00

Art. No. 102 42 10 00

Art. No. 102 50 50 00

IQAir® GCX MultiGas:

IQAir® GCX Chemisorber:

Pre-Filter

MultiGas filter cartridge


Pre-Filter

Chemisorber filter cartridge


Art. No. 102 14 11 00

Art. No. 102 42 16 00

Art. No. 102 50 50 00

Art. No. 102 14 11 00

Art. No. 102 42 18 00

Art. No. 102 50 50 00

IQAir® GCX AM:

Pre-Filter

AM filter cartridge


Art. No. 102 14 11 00

Art. No. 102 42 14 00

Art. No. 102 50 50 00

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6.3 Opening and Closing the Housing

The stacked housing elements are held together by two locking arms that latch into the diffuser. To open the system, follow the steps below.

1.

Disconnect the IQAir® system from the power supply before at temp ting to open the system.

2.

Press the first locking arm outward, using both thumbs as shown. Press just hard enough to release the arm from its snap-in position in the diffuser. Disengage the other arm in the same way.

3.

Pull both locking arms evenly outwards until they snap into place and remain open. Access to all filter elements is now possible (to change a specific filter, refer to the appropriate section below).

4.

To close the housing, simply push the locking arms inwards simultaneously until they snap back into the housing.

Opening Closing

6.3.1 Troubleshooting when Closing the Housing

If the IQAir® system does not close properly, the upper part of the system may be offset against the lower part. To solve this problem, simply open both locking arms again, align the housing elements, and push both locking arms in simultaneously.

6.4 Replacing the Pre-Filter (Filter 1)

gap

1.

Open the locking arms, making sure they are fully extended outward. For details, refer to the section 6.3.

2.

Opening the arms will cause the up per part of the housing to separate from frame 1. This will leave a narrow gap.

3.

Place your hands on op po site sides of frame 1, lift it slightly and pull it out slowly.

remove it com pletely.

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4.

Remove the filter clamps that secure the filter in the frame by pulling these out of the sliding grooves.

5.

Turn the frame upside down.

6.

With the palm of the hand, press down on the filter and loosen the frame.

TOP TOP

TOP TOP

7.

Lift the frame from the filter.

8.

Dispose of the used filter by placing it into the plastic bag in which the new filter is supplied.*

9.

Turn the frame over to its upright position as in step 4 and insert the new filter. Ensure that the arrows on the filter label point upward.

Important: After a filter has been replaced, the filter life monitor must be reset (see section 4.4.8).

* If known harmful substances are filtered, please refer to local regulations or laws for proper filter disposal.

10.

Make sure that the filter is inserted all the way into the frame. Insert the clamps into the sliding grooves inside the frame and push them down.

11.

Put the frame back into the housing. For please refer to section 6.3.

6.5 Replacing the Gas Phase Filter (Filter 2) and Post-Filter Sleeves (Filter 3)

Diffuser

Post-Filter Sleeves

Frame 5

Frame 4

Frame 3

1.

Open the locking arms, remove the diffuser and frames 3, 4, and 5.

Gas phase filter cartridges

Frame 2

2.

Frame 2 contains the four gas phase filter cartridges with the four Post-

Filter Sleeves. Remove frame 2 with the cartridges.

3.

To remove the cardridges twist each cartridge counter clockwise as far as it will go. It can then be lifted out of the base plate by hand.*

Diffuser

Frame 5

Frame 4

Important:

After a filter has been replaced, the filter life monitor must be reset (see section

4.4.8).

4.

Pull a new filter sleeve over each new cartridge until it is completely covered.

5.

Insert the new cartridges in the base plate by turning the cartridge clockwise. Finally check that each cartridge is well secured in the base plate.

6.

Replace frame 2 with the cartridges, the other frames (3, 4 and 5), and the diffuser.

Close the device by pressing both arms together.

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Chapter 7

– Maintenance

6.6 Discarding Used Filters

Used filter elements can normally be put into the regular household trash for disposal. If the system may have been exposed to potentially hazardous substances, the filters may have to be disposed of as hazardous waste. Please refer to local regulations and laws for proper disposal.

Chapter 7 – Maintenance

7.1 Cleaning the Housing

•

Unplug the IQAir® system before attempting to clean it.

•

Use a soft and clean cloth for cleaning.

•

For water soluble stains, use a window cleaning fluid.

•

For the removal of tough, non-water soluble stains, use a silicon spray.

•

Do

not

use any solvents or any organic cleaning fluids.

7.2 Maintenance-Free Fan

The IQAir® system is equipped with a maintenance-free fan motor.

7.3 Technical Support and Repairs

Should technical issues arise during or after the warranty period, please contact your point of purchase or call IQAir

Technical Support at 888-560-1020 (toll free) or email: [email protected].

To expedite your service request, please have the following information ready when contacting us:

1. IQAir model, shell number and serial number (found at the base of the unit and on the certificate)

2. Your details (name, address, phone number, e-mail)

3. Point of purchase (name of dealer, city)

4. Date of purchase

5. Description of issue

Refer to the Technical Support and Warranty Registration card included with your air cleaner literature for more details.

7.4 IQAir Warranty

Your IQAir GCX system comes with a limited warranty of 1 year on parts and labor, excluding filters. Please complete and return the enclosed warranty registration card soon after purchase. The information will allow us to provide you with a swift service should service work become necessary.

Refer to the Warranty Information card included with your air cleaner literature for more details.

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Chapter 8



Your IQAir

®

system comes with two anti-tampering features designed to prevent unauthorized tampering with the system:

•

The arm-locking fixture prevents unauthorized access to the system’s replacement filters.

•

The power cord inlet fixture helps to prevent the unauthorized unplugging of the system. Note: Additional measures have to be taken to prevent unplugging of the air cleaner from the wall plug.

What’s included in the anti-tampering kit:





The only additional tool you need to enable the anti-tampering features is a medium size flat head screw driver.

How to install the power cable fixture

1 2

3

1) Make sure the power cord is unplugged. Plug the power cable into the air cleaner’s power socket.

How to install the arm locking fixture

1

2) The metal clamp on the cable now lines up with two screw holes in the base of the air cleaner.

2

3) Insert two of the small screws supplied (Torx 10) and fix the metal clamp to the air cleaner, using the supplied tool.

3

1) Disconnect the power cord. Press with the flathead screwdriver into the small opening on the side of the arm with the IQAir logo face plate (not the control panel side).

2) Lift out the face plate.

3) Use the larger screws and tool supplied. Insert the screws through the two holes and tighten.

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4

Now the other side.

4) Reinsert the face plate and press it in completely.

6

7

5

5) Insert the flat-head screwdriver into the small opening on the side of the display control panel.

8

6) Lift out the control panel carefully. Do not lift more than 2-3 inches.

9

7) Disconnect the red connector of the ribbon cable from the control panel.

10

8) Insert two of the larger types of screws through the two holes and tighten, using the supplied tool.

11

9) Plug the red connector of the ribbon cable back into the control panel.

Ensure that it is pushed in all the way.

10) Reinsert the control panel and press it in completely.

11) When you reconnect the air cleaner to a wall plug, the control panel should again display information. If not, you have not reconnected the control panel properly.

Recheck steps 5-10.

Now you have secured the air cleaner, in order that it may not be opened by an unauthorized person. For filter replacement you will need to remove the four arm locking screws. (Refer to diagram 3 and 8).

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Chapter 9

– IQAir® Accessories (Optional)

Chapter 9 – IQAir® Accessories (Optional)

IQAir® advanced air cleaning systems can be complimented with a range of special IQAir® accessories. Ask your authorized IQAir® dealer for details.

VMF™

Powder-coated stainless-steel wall bracket for the secure wall-mounting of the IQAir® system where floor space is limited.

InFlow™

Complete ducting adapter kit for the creation of positive pressure (if placed within the room) and negative pressure

(if placed outside the room).

Wall

Wall

OutFlow™

Complete ducting adapter kit for the creation of negative pressure (if placed within the room) and positive pressure (if placed outside the room).

PF40™

Additional pre-filter for areas with high levels of coarse dust.

Mobility 56

The Mobility 56 kit adds mobility to an

IQAir® system. In addition, it optimises the air circulation patterns by raising the air intake of the IQAir® system off the ground.

VM FlexVac™

The VM FlexVac converts any IQAir® filtration device into a wallmounted, self-contained extraction system that allows to capture fumes, dust and vapors at the source.

FlexVac™

Mobile floor-based source capture system. Also av ailable as a wallmounted version

VM FlexVac™.

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