Honeywell HFD-12XX Series Owner's Manual page 6

CLEANING THE PERMANENT, WASHABLE IFD
WARNING: Filters may be harmful if ingested. Avoid breathing dust when changing/cleaning filters
The Permanent, Washable ifD® Filter(s) should be cleaned approximately every 3 months.
Turn the power off and unplug the air purifier.
After removing the Permanent, Washable ifD
follow the steps below to clean the ifD
• Rinse the filter with clean tap water (Fig. 6).
• If the filter still appears dirty, proceed to "Washing,"
otherwise proceed to "Drying."
Washing:
• Remove the Permanent, Washable ifD® Filters from the unit.
• Fill a sink with lukewarm water and add a few drops of mild dish soap.
• Gently swish the filter in the soap solution to clean.
• Soak the filter for 2-3 minutes. DO NOT leave for an extended period of time.
• Rinse the filter with clean tap water (Fig. 6) and proceed to "Drying."
Drying:
• Shake the filters to remove any excess water.
• Place the filters with the honeycomb side down on a plush towel.
• Note that the filters may still be discolored even after washing.
This is acceptable and will not affect performance.
• Allow the Permanent, Washable ifD® Filters to dry for a few hours or overnight.
• When the Permanent, Washable ifD® Filters are completely dry, place back into the air purifier.
CAUTION:
• NEVER place wet ifD
• The Permanent, Washable ifD® Filters are NOT dishwasher safe. DO NOT place the ifD® Filters in a
dishwasher or subject it to other extreme hot water conditions.
• DO NOT use any solvents, cleaning agents, or flammable liquids to clean the ifD® Filters.
MAINTAINING YOUR WASHABLE PRE-FILTER
The Washable Pre-Filter helps capture large airborne
particles that enter the rear grille. This Pre-Filter can be
periodically removed and shaken to clean it. Alternatively, it
can be rinsed by hand under warm water (Fig. 7).
Let the Pre-Filter air dry completely before inserting back
into the grille (Fig. 8).
OPTIONAL: Changing the Odor Reducing Pre-Filter
If you choose to use the Odor Reducing
came with your air purifier, it will lose its effectiveness for odor reducing over time
and will need to be replaced.
To purchase additional
section below.
If using the Odor Reducing Pre-Filter, it is recommended that you store the
original Washable Pre-Filter in the event that you decide to use it in the future.
To install it in the unit, simply place it securely into the rear grille held in place with
plastic tabs in lieu of the standard pre-filter as shown in (Fig. 8).
NOTE: The Odor Reducing Pre-Filter is NOT washable.
WARNING: Filters may be harmful if ingested. Avoid breathing dust when
changing/cleaning filters
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Filters in your air purifier.
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Filters from the air purifier,
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Fig. 8
Washable
Rear
Pre-Filter
Grille