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MAINTENANCE
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Maintenance
It is important to perform regularly-scheduled mainte-
nance of the air cleaner. For best performance of the air
cleaner and to keep airflow restriction low, it is recom-
mended that the collector cells be cleaned at least twice a
year or when the static pressure across the air cleaner
reaches 0.5 inches w.c. If you find significant loading of
particulates on the collector cells when you perform the
first cleaning, clean the cells more frequently. The prefil-
ters should be cleaned regularly and the post filters should
be replaced at least twice per year.
Cell and Prefilter Cleaning
The collecting cells and prefilters must be cleaned on a
regular basis for best performance of the air cleaner.
As the collector cells become coated with trapped
particulates, the cleaning efficiency of the air cleaner is
reduced and the resistance to airflow (static pressure) is
increased. The recommended frequency of cleaning will
depend on several factors, including number of family
members, pets, activities (such as cooking or woodwork-
ing), leaving the windows open and smoking. Use the
Cleaning Record to help keep track of scheduled cleanings.
Cleaning the Collector Cells
1. Remove access door, collecting cells and prefilters.
2. Place cells in a laundry tub. Rinse with hot water
(maximum 120°F/49°C) and spray completely with
DAX Detergent (or a non-chlorine, non-corrosive,
non-abrasive liquid household detergent). Allow de-
tergent to run down both sides of plates and ionizing
wires. Let stand for 5 minutes or fill up laundry tub
with water and DAX Detergent, and dunk cells up and
down until water is dirty.
3. If dirt remains on the cell plates, let the cells soak in a
solution of DAX Detergent and water for 30 minutes.
4. When the collector cells are clean, drain the tub
and rinse cells thoroughly with hot water (maximum
120°F/49°C).
5. Remove accumulated particulate from the ionizing
wires with an old toothbrush. Slide the brush bristles
over the wire and gently drag the brush up and down
the wire once. Be very careful when cleaning the
wires as they become very brittle with age and can be
very sharp. Tilt collector cells on a 45° angle on their
short side.
6. Tilt collector cells on a 45° angle on their short side,
with arrows pointing sideways. Allow to dry com-
pletely, approximately 12-24 hours. Drying time can
be reduced by using a hair dryer on the collector cells
before replacing them in the air cleaner cabinet.
7.
Do not place the cells in the air cleaner if they
are wet.
Cleaning the Prefilters
1. To clean the prefilters, first vacuum the upstream side
to remove larger trapped particles.
2. Then, wash the prefilters with DAX Detergent, rinse
and let dry. Do not wash in the same water as
collecting cells.
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WARNING!
Make sure to turn air cleaner and system fan
OFF
before
performing any maintenance or removing any components.
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CAUTION!
Metal edges of the air cleaner collector cells, ionizing wires
and system ductwork are very sharp and can cause personal
injury. Carefully handle the cell or wear protective gloves to
avoid cuts from metal edges.
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CAUTION!
Damage to cells may occur if improperly handled or washed.
Do not wash cells in a dishwasher. Never use any object to
clean between the cell plates, as this may cause damage to
plates or ionizing wires. Never place cell in oven to dry.
The edges of the cell may be sharp – handle with care.
