CDAP4500 - Air purifier GermGuardian - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Smart Wi-Fi Air Purifier
Brand	GermGuardian
Model	CDAP4500
Dimensions (approx.)	Height: 55 cm, Width: 38 cm, Depth: 20 cm
Weight (approx.)	6 kg
Power Supply	120 V AC, 60 Hz (US/Canada model)
Power Consumption	60 W (estimated)
Purification Levels	Charcoal pre-filter, HEPA filter, UV-C light + titanium dioxide coating
Fan Speeds	5 speeds + auto mode
Timer	Yes, programmable up to 8 hours
Connectivity	Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth Low Energy
Mobile App	Guardian Technologies (iOS and Android)
Voice Control	Compatible with Amazon Alexa via Guardian Technologies skill
Air Quality Monitor	Particle sensor (PM), light indicator (green/yellow/red)
Recommended Room Size	Up to 30 m² (estimated)
HEPA Filter Life	6 to 8 months depending on usage
UV-C Tube	5 W, variable lifespan, replacement required (model LB4000)
Replacement Parts	Filter B (FLT4825), UV-C tube (LB4000), pack of 4 charcoal filters (FLT22CB4)
Warranty	Limited 3 years
Customer Service	1.866.603.5900 (US and Canada), www.guardiantechnologies.com
Standards	ENERGY STAR, FCC Part 15, compliant with ozone limits
Precautions	Polarized plug, do not immerse, do not use with dimmer, do not look directly at UV-C light

Frequently Asked Questions - CDAP4500 GermGuardian

How do I connect the purifier to my Wi-Fi?

Download the Guardian Technologies app on your phone. Make sure Bluetooth and location services are enabled. Plug in the device, press and hold the PAIR button until the light flashes green, then follow the instructions in the app. The purifier only supports 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi networks.

How often should I replace the HEPA filter?

The HEPA filter should be replaced every 6 to 8 months, depending on usage and air quality. A REPLACE HEPA indicator flashes on the control panel to remind you to change it.

How do I reset the filter replacement indicator?

After replacing the filter, press and hold the TIMER button for 5 seconds. The indicator will turn off and the counter will reset.

What if the device does not turn on?

Check that the device is plugged into a working outlet. Make sure the filter is correctly installed and the back cover is locked. If the problem persists, contact customer service at 1.866.603.5900.

The purifier is noisy, what should I do?

Unusual noise may come from a dirty filter. Clean the charcoal pre-filter with a vacuum and check the condition of the HEPA filter. Replace it if necessary. Also make sure the device is on a flat and stable surface.

What is CADR and why is it important?

CADR (Clean Air Delivery Rate) measures the volume of air filtered by the purifier. The higher the value, the faster the device filters the air. Use it to compare performance between different models.

Can I use the purifier with a dimmer switch?

No, using a solid-state dimmer is strictly prohibited and may cause fire or electric shock. Always plug the device directly into a wall outlet.

Is the UV-C light dangerous?

Yes, never look directly at the UV-C light emitted by the tube. It can damage eyes and skin. Always unplug the device before replacing the tube. The device is designed so that the light is contained inside.

How do I clean the air quality sensor?

If the monitor consistently shows high readings, clean the sensor located on the right side of the device using compressed air or a vacuum attachment.

Where can I buy genuine replacement parts?

Use only genuine Guardian Technologies replacement parts. You can order them at www.guardiantechnologies.com or by calling customer service at 1.866.603.5900. Model numbers are: Filter B (FLT4825), 5 W UV-C tube (LB4000), pack of 4 charcoal filters (FLT22CB4).

USER MANUAL CDAP4500 GermGuardian

To the consumer, Guardian Technologies LLC warrants this product to be free of defects in materials or workmanship commencing upon the date of the original purchase. In order to be eligible for this Limited Warranty, an original sales receipt or comparable substitute proof of purchase bearing the date of original purchase is required. Refer to the original product carton or specific product/model page on the Guardian Technologies website for warranty length for your particular model. This warranty applies only to the original purchaser of this product from the original date of purchase. This warranty covers product purchased from authorized distributors only.

This warranty applies to repair or replacement of product found to be defective in materials or workmanship. This warranty does not apply to damage resulting from unusual wear, commercial, abusive, unreasonable use or supplemental damage. This warranty does not cover damage from unauthorized repairs or from any use not in accordance with the instruction manual. Defects that are the result of normal wear and tear will not be considered manufacturing defects under this warranty.

If this product should become defective within the warranty period, we will repair or replace any defective parts free of charge. All warranty repairs must be completed by Guardian Technologies LLC. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights (other rights may vary from state to state in the U.S.A.)

To submit product under warranty the complete machine must be delivered pre-paid to GuardianTechnologies LLC. Please include complete information including: the problem, the model number of the product, the day of purchase, and a copy of the original sales receipt along with your name, address, and telephone (email optional). Address returns to the attention of: Customer Service, at the address below. Additional questions or comments can be made toll free to the number listed below.

USA and Canada

Guardian Technologies LLC

26251 Bluestone Blvd.

Euclid, Ohio 44132

1.866.603.5900

www.guardiantechnologies.com

Please go to www.guardiantechnologies.com to register your product. We consider the registration process important to ensuring superior service to our customers, however submitting the warranty registration is optional and does not affect your rights to utilize this warranty according to the conditions stated above.

Additional copies of the instruction manual can be obtained by accessing and printing directly from our website or calling customer service.

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USE & CARE INSTRUCTIONS

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Wifi & Bluetooth® enabled

Smart Air Purifier

Model No. CDAP4500

3-Year Limited Warranty

Customer Service

1.866.603.5900

www.guardiantechnologies.com

Date Purchased month ____ year ____

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Note: Use GENUINE Guardian Technologies replacement parts only.

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READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNINGS

Failure to comply with the warnings listed below may result in electric shock or serious injury.

This product should be used only in accordance with the specifications outlined in this manual. Usage other than what has been specified here may result in serious injury.

When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following:

- Read all instructions before using appliance.

• Caution is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children or people with disabilities and whenever the appliance is left operating unattended.
• IMPORTANT - This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
  • To avoid fire or shock hazard, plug the appliance directly into a 120V AC electrical outlet.
• Keep the cord out of heavy traffic areas. To avoid fire hazard, NEVER put the cord under rugs, near heat registers, radiator, stoves or heaters.
• To protect against electrical hazards, DO NOT immerse in water or other liquids. Do not use near water.

- Extreme caution is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children or people with disabilities and whenever the appliance is left operating unattended.

• Always unplug the air purifier before moving it, opening the grill, changing filters, cleaning or whenever the air purifier is not in use. Be sure to pull by the plug and not the cord.

- NEVER drop or insert any object into any openings.

• DO NOT run cord under carpeting

- DO NOT cover cord with throw rugs, runners, or similar coverings.

- DO NOT route cord under furniture or appliances. Arrange cord away from traffic area and where it will not be tripped over.

- DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, if motor fan fails to rotate, after the appliance malfunctions, or if it has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Call Customer Service at 1.866.603.5900 for assistance.

- Use appliance only for intended household use as described in this manual. Any other use not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury to persons.

• DO NOT use outdoors.

• DO NOT place anything on top of unit.

- NEVER block the air openings, grills/outlets or place on a soft surface such as a bed or sofa, as this could cause the unit to tip over, blocking the air intake or outtake opening.

- DO NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical functions on this unit. Doing so will void your warranty. The inside of the unit contains no user serviceable parts. All servicing should be performed by qualified personnel only.

• WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not use this fan with any solid-state speed control device.
• WARNING: Skin or eye damage may result from directly viewing the light produced by the lamp in this apparatus. Always disconnect power before replacing lamp or servicing. Replace Lamp With Model No. LB4000, Manufactured by Guardian Technologies.
  • Always unplug the unit before before cleaning or servicing in any way.
• CAUTION: Do NOT use gasoline, benzene, thinner, harsh cleaners, etc. on and/or in the unit while cleaning as they will damage the product. NEVER use alcohol or other solvents.
  • The device only supports 2.4GHz connections.

The 8 hour TWA Ozone for this product is 0.001 ppmv when tested in a 30 m ^3 chamber. The product complies with the maximum allowable concentration of ozone of 0.050 parts per million by volume (ppmv) in a 24-hour period. The Health Canada Guideline 2010 recommends that the maximum exposure limit, based on averaging time of 8 hours, is 0.020 ppmv or less when tested in a sealed, controlled room approximately 30 m ^3 .

WARNING: Cancer or Reproductive Harm.

For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

LAMP CONTAINS MERCURY

Manage in accordance with Spills, Disposal and Site Cleanup Requirements. In case of breakage, follow clean-up procedures provided by contacts below.

www.epa.gov/cflcleanup 1-866-284-4010

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. In order to avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits, Human proximity to the antenna shall not be less than 20 cm (8 inches) during operation.

This product earned the ENERGY STAR label by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the U.S. EPA. Room air cleaners have demonstrated the potential for improving air quality and providing health benefits. EPA does not endorse manufacturer claims regarding the degree to which a specific product will produce healthier indoor air. The energy efficiency of this ENERGY STAR certified model is measured based on a ratio between the model's CADR for Smoke and the electrical energy it consumes, or CADR/Watt.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND PARTS

Control Panel Air Quality Monitor Indicator Base Front of Unit Carrying Handle Air Quality Monitor Air Outlet Unit Body Back of Unit Lock & Release Button (for accessing filter & bulb) Filter Access Cover Air Inlet

CONTROLS

SETTINGS Display Screen UV-C ON/OFF Button UV MODE UV RESET FAN SPEED SELECTION Button SPEED AIR QUALITY READING LINK 8h TIMER SET Button HEPA RESET Button POWER ON/OFF Button AUTO 5 4 3 2 1 IPM REPLACE HEPA ON/OFF WIFI LINK Button

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REPLACEMENT PARTS

FILTER: Filter B Model No. FLT4825 UV-C BULB (5W): Model No. LB4000 REPLACEMENT CARBON FILTER 4-PACK: Model No. FLT22CB4 Check out our AutoShip & Save Filter Replacement Program www.guardiantechnologies.com IMPORTANT: Use Guardian Technologies GENUINE Replacement Parts only. To Purchase Contact Customer Service

WiFiSmart Air Purifier

Improve your indoor air quality with your new GermGuaradian WiFi and Bluetooth Smart Enabled Air Cleaning System. Multiple levels of cleaning provide allergy relief, fight germs and reduce unpleasant odors.

The Smart Air Quality Monitor (AQM) detects the amount of particles in the air and will automatically adjust the speed of the purifier to optimize room air quality when set in auto mode.

Easily download the Guardian Technologies app and you can control the system wirelessly with a smartphone. This product is enabled with Bluetooth Smart (Low Energy) technology which enables a wireless connection over short distances using a low level of energy. When your smartphone is out of Bluetooth range, it will automatically switch to a WiFi connection that you select during your set up process.

AIR CLEANING LAYERS

UV-C Bulb UV-C TiO2 Treated Metal Shield Lock & Release Button Main Unit Combination FILTER B Charcoal Filter Layer Rear Cover with Air Inlet Grill

1. Select a firm, level and flat location for the air purifier.
2. For proper air flow, locate the unit at least 1 foot from any wall or furniture.
3. Make sure none of the grills are blocked.
4. Plug the power cord into a 120V AC outlet.

IMPORTANT: When moving the air purifier, always lift unit by the carrying handle located on back.

Wifi / Bluetooth\* CONNECTION

We support iOS8 and above and most Android 5 and above

1. Plug the power cord into a 120V AC outlet.
2. Make sure your smartphone is connect to WiFi.
3. Download the Guardian Technologies™ free app to your smartphone from the Apple App Store or Google Play. Both location services and Bluetooth need to be on to be able to connect the device to the Guardian Technologies App.
4. Once installed, hold the LINK button until the wireless connection light blinks green. Tip - Make sure smartphone is within arm's length of purifier during set up.
5. Complete WiFi connection as indicated on app set up instructions.

Tip – when in use, the device will automatically select between Bluetooth® and WiFi.

For more detailed app instructions, visit www.guardiantechnologies.com

Optional voice-activated control is available using the Amazon Echo™ products and the Guardian Technologies (Gi Gi) skill located in the Alexa™ app. Note: You must own an Echo product and have the Alexa app downloaded to your smartphone for the voice control capability. Follow the instructions in the Guardian Technologies app to set-up the voice control function and link it with the Amazon Alexa app. Before using, ensure your Guardian Wifi smart air purifier is connected to Wifi and your Guardian Technologies account.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Now you can control your air purifier both wirelessly and manually

1. Tum unit power ON.

1 = low, ultra quiet sleep mode
5 = high speed allergen control

AUTO MODE - The last fan speed is AUTO. When AUTO is selected the

air purifier will change the fan speeds depending on the air quality level.

1. Select UV-C ON or OFF using UV-C Mode Button.

1. TIMER: If you prefer to run the purifier for a specific number of hours, you can select between 1 and 8 hours on the display.

1. LINK - Links Air Purifier to app set-up.

If green light appears Wifi can connect to Smartphone.

If red light appears Wifi cannot connect to Smartphone.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (cont.)

Smart Air Quality Monitor (AQM): detects the amount of particulate matter (PM) in the air. The circular light on the front panel of the purifier is the AQM Indicator and it will change colors, indicating the air quality level in the room. The particulate matter value will be displayed on the control panel. See values and status ranges in chart below.

Auto Mode: when "Auto" mode is selected the SmartAQM will automatically adjust the speed level of the purifier to optimize the room air quality.

Your app will also display the color of the circle and provide the PM value.

Below are the color/values that can be displayed:

Ring Color	Particulate Matter Value (Range)	Air Quality Status
Green 0-100 Good
Yellow 101-200 Average
Red 201+ Poor

Filter Replacement Indicator: The Replace HEPA light on the display will illuminate and flash indicating that it is time to replace your filter. Replace the filter according to directions (E8) then press and hold the TIMER button on your purifier for 5 seconds to reset the system.

Your app will notify you and also display a

banner when it is time to replace the filter.

UV Bulb Replacement Indicator: The "UV" light on the display will flash when it is time to replace the UV bulb. Replace the bulb according to direction (E9). To reset the UV-C Replacement Indicator, press and hold the UV button to reset system. Hold for 5 seconds and change reset to restart.

Your app will notify you and also display a

banner when it is time to replace the bulb.

*Control Panel Beep/Sound: The sound emitted from pressing the buttons on the control panel can be turned off/on by holding the SPEED button for 5 seconds.

Visit this products page on www.guardiantechnologies.com for more information regarding the use of the Guardian Technologies app.

FILTER REPLACEMENT

The Replace HEPA light will flash continuously indicating that it is time to replace your filter. Replace the filter according to directions then restart the system. Depending on usage, filter will last approximately 6-8 months.

1. Turn off and unplug the unit.

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1. Press the lock and release button and remove the rear cover from the unit.

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1. Remove the used Combination Filter (Filter B) and dispose of it in the garbage.

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1. Insert filter system into the unit. Consult the arrow on the filter for correct installation direction.

2. To reset the filter indicator press and hold the timer button for 5 seconds.

CHECKING AND MAINTAINING FILTER

Maintain the filter by checking it frequently.

Depending on air quality conditions, you may need to replace it more frequently.

Vacuum the carbon filter layer as needed to remove loose debris and dust and to help prolong the life of your HEPA filter. (Refer to pg. E5 for filter layers view).

To check the status of the HEPA filter, peel back the carbon layer to expose the pleated HEPA Filter. If the HEPA Filter is no longer white and is covered in grey dust/dirt it should be replaced.

IMPORTANT: Do NOT try to wash and re-use the Combination Filter.

IMPORTANT: To maintain the performance of the air cleaner, use Guardian Technologies GENUINE Replacement Parts only.

INSTALLING & REMOVING UV-C BULB

UV Bulb Replacement Indicator: The UV light on the display will flash when its time to replace the UV bulb.

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1. Turn off and unplug unit. Press the lock and release button and remove the rear cover from the unit.

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1. Remove the combination filter.

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1. Use a Philips head screwdriver to remove 2 screws and detach the UV-C Metal Shield.

2. The UV-C Bulb is removed by carefully grasping the bulb with a clean cloth or tissue and pulling the bulb straight out of the unit.

Bulb is NOT visible until the UV-C METAL SHIELD has been removed.

1. The UV-C Bulb is reinstalled by sliding it, horizontally, back into the slots at the top of the unit.
2. To reset the UV-C Replacement Indicator, press and hold the UV button for 5 seconds

NOTE: Do NOT stick any foreign objects or your fingers inside of the unit.

CAUTION: Do NOT use gasoline, benzine, thinner, harsh cleaners, etc. on and/or in the unit while cleaning as they will damage the product.

NEVER use alcohol or other solvents.

TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

PROBLEM SOLUTION
Unit does not operate. Check that the unit is plugged in.Check that filter is in place.Confirm that filter is Genuine Replacement FilterCall Customer Service.
Unit shuts off unexpectedly. Check that unit is plugged into a working electrical outlet.Check that HEPA filter is firmly in place.Check that the Rear Cover is latched firmly in place.Call Customer Service.
No air circulating from unit. Unplug unit. Check Filter.Clean Pre-/Carbon Filter if necessary.Replace HEPA Filter if necessary.
Increase in noise level. Make sure the filters are clean. Replace if necessary.
App will not download. Check to make sure you have most recent update on smartphone
Not "LINKING" / finding Wifi or Bluetooth®. smartphone is within arm's length of the purifier.Make sure that light is blinking blue.	Check that the device is plugged in. Make sure
The Air Quality Monitor is consistently reading high.	Clean out the sensor on the right side of the unit with canned air or a vacuum hose.
The light in the center of the display screen is flashing red.	On the Guardian Technologies App, hit the menu in the top right button of the window and select "Wifi Setting" button. Set up the connection again.

What is CADR?

CADR stands for "Clean Air Delivery Rate," which indicates the volume of filtered air delivered by an air purifier. CADR ratings show the effectiveness of how efficient the air purifier is at capturing fine particles from things like tobacco smoke and plant pollens from the room.

Clean Air Delivery Rate

From air cleaner to air cleaner, compare the CADR numbers. First look at suggested room size. Then refer to the Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR) numbers. The higher the number, the faster the unit filters the air.

Refer to website for individual model CADR numbers.

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www.guardiantechnologies.com

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1. Complete WiFi connection as indicated on app set up instructions.

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