User Manual Index:
Replacing the PreMaxTM Filter (Filter 1)Replacing the V5-CellTM Filter (Filter 2) - HealthPro Plus OnlyReplacing the HyperHEPA Filter (Filter 3)
6.0 Instructions for Replacing Filters (Health Pro User Manual)
The IQAir system is equipped with a Filter Life Monitor which is designed to assist you in determining when a filter element needs to be replaced. If the air pollution in your environment is very high, there is a possibility that the filter elements 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. The main signs are:
- Increased operating noise
- Decreased air flow
- Clogged filter elements
- Increased odor presence
6.1 Location of the Filter Elements
The IQAir system features a modular housing design which enables easy replacement of all filter elements in a matter of minutes.The illustration of the IQAir system on the control panel shows the positions of the individual filter elements. These positions correspond to the actual positions of the filter elements within the system.
6.3 Opening and Closing the Housing
The stacked housing elements are held together by two locking arms that hook into the diffuser. To open the system, follow the steps below.
- Disconnect the IQAir system from the power supply before attempting to open the system.
- 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.
- 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).
- To close the housing, simply push the locking arms inwards simultaneously until they snap back into the housing.
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 and push both locking arms in simultaneously.
6.4 Replacing the PreMaxTM Filter (Filter 1)
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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 upper part of the housing to separate from frame 1. This will leave a narrow gap. |
3. Place your hands on opposite sides of frame 1, lift it slightly and pull it out slowly. As the frame is withdrawn from the system, tilt it progressively upward to remove it completely. |
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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. |
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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 around and insert the new filter. Ensure that the arrows on the filter label point upward. |
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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 details on how to close the housing, please refer to section 6.3. |
*If known harmful substances are filtered, please refer to local regulations or laws for proper filter disposal |
6.5 Replacing the V5-CellTM Filter (Filter 2) - HealthPro Plus Only
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1. Open the locking arms, making sure they are fully extended outward. For details, refer to section 6.3. |
2. Opening the arms will release the top housing modules. Remove the diffuser, then Frame 3 and put these to the side. |
3. Frame 2 contains the V5-CellTM filter. |
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4. Remove the used V5-CellTM filter by lifting it out of the frame.* |
5. Insert the new filter. Ensure that the arrows on the filter label point upward. |
6. Put the frame back into the housing, followed by frame 3 and the diffuser. For closing refer to section 6.3. |
6.6 Replacing the HyperHEPA Filter (Filter 3)
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1. Open the locking arms, making sure they are fully extended outward. For details, refer to section 6.3. |
2. Opening the arms will release the top housing modules. Removing the diffuser will reveal the HyperHEPA filter inside Frame 3. |
3. Remove Frame 3 containing the HyperHEPA filter. |
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4. Turn the frame upside down. |
5. With the palm of the hand, press down on the filter and loosen the frame. |
6. Lift the frame from the filter. |
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7. Dispose of the used filter by placing it into the plastic bag in which the new filter is supplied (see section 6.7). |
8. Turn the frame around and insert the new filter. Ensure that the arrows on the filter label point upward. |
9. Put frame 3 back into the housing and reposition the diffuser. For closing refer to section 6.3. |
6.7 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.
