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F59A
SERVICE
• Be careful to avoid damaging or bending the cell
plates when placing the cell in the dishwasher. If
bent, arcing will result.
• A very dirty cell, especially from tobacco or cooking
smoke, can discolor the plastic parts and lining of the
dishwasher. The discoloration is not harmful. To
minimize it, wash the cell more frequently or try a
different brand of detergent.
• Do not allow the dishwasher to run through the dry
cycle. This will bake on any contaminants not re-
moved during the wash cycle and reduce air cleaner
efficiency.
1. Put the cell on the lower rack of the dishwasher with
the directional arrow pointing up. It may be necessary to
remove the upper rack. Do not block water flow to the
upper arm, if provided on dishwasher.
2. Using the detergent that works best for normal
dishwashing, allow the dishwasher to run through the com-
plete wash and rinse cycle. Do not use the dry cycle. To
avoid burns, let the cell cool completely before removing,
or wear protective gloves when removing the cell. Remem-
ber that water may be trapped in the tubes that support the
collector plates. Tip the cell so these tubes can drain.
3. Wipe the ionizer wires and contact board on end of
cell with a small, damp cloth, using your thumb and forefin-
ger.
4. Inspect the dishwasher. You may wish to rerun the
wash and/or rinse cycle with the dishwasher empty if you
see dirt or residue from washing the cell. If dirt or residue
seems excessive, wash the cell more often or try a different
detergent.
5. Inspect the cell for bent plates; bend back to normal
to prevent arcing.
Soaking in Tub
CAUTION
HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL.
CAN CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY.
Do not splash the detergent solution in eyes. Wear
rubber gloves to avoid prolonged detergent con-
tact with skin. Keep detergent and solution out of
reach of children.
NOTE: Always wash the cell first, then the prefilter, to
keep heavy prefilter lint from getting caught in the cell.
1. Use a container such as a laundry tub or trash con-
tainer that is large enough to hold the cell. Sharp corners on
the cell can scratch the surface of a bathtub.
2. Dissolve about 3/4 cup automatic dishwashing deter-
gent in enough hot water to cover the cell. If the detergent
does not dissolve readily, or forms a scum on the water, try
another brand, or use softened water.
3. After the detergent has completely dissolved, place
the cell in the container and let soak for 15 to 20 minutes.
Agitate up and down a few times, and remove.
4. Next, wash the prefilter the same way. Empty and
rinse the wash container.
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5. Rinse the cell with a hard spray of very hot water;
rinse the tub clean, then fill the tub with clean hot water and
soak for 5 to 15 minutes. Rinse until water draining from
the cell no longer feels slippery. Rinse the filter with a
gentle spray of hot water.
6. Soak cell and filter in a final clear water rinse for ten
minutes.
7. Wipe the ionizer wires and contact board on end of
cell by using your thumb and forefinger and holding a
small, damp cloth.
Car Wash
Use the hand sprayer at a coin-operated car wash to
wash the cell. Hold the nozzle at least 2 ft [0.6m] away from
the unit to avoid damage from the high pressure stream of
water. Follow the same sequence of wash and rinse as
recommended for cars. However, do not wax the cell. Rinse
until the water draining from the cell no longer feels slip-
pery.
REINSTALLING CELL, PREFILTER AND
CARBON POSTFILTER
Inspect the cell for broken ionizer wires and bent collec-
tor plates. Repair as necessary.
Slide the dry filter into the filter guides, with directional
arrow pointing toward the center of the electronic air
cleaner cabinet. The directional arrow is very small, and
is located on the end of the filter frame. See Fig. 2.
Gently vacuum the inside and outside of the air cleaner
cabinet with the brush attachment of vacuum cleaner, or
dust with a soft cloth.
Slide in the dry cell so the directional arrow (located on
the side of the cell) points toward the center of the air
cleaner cabinet.
Replace the carbon filter if necessary. This filter slides in
or out of the guides easily.
Replace the cover on the cabinet. The metal tab on the
cover must fit in the slot at the end of the cabinet, and the
interlock under the cover must connect with the air
cleaner cabinet for operations. See Fig. 3.
Fig. 3—Cover must fit correctly for operation.
THE METAL TAB ON
THE COVER MUST
FIT IN THE SLOT
METAL
METAL
INTERLOCK
TAB
TAB
SLOT
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THE INTERLOCK UNDER THE
COVER MUST CONNECT WITH
THE AIR CLEANER CABINET
INTERLOCK
SLOT
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