R ESPAÑOL ITALIANO *Plasmacluster is a trademark of Sharp Corporation.
ENGLISH Plasmacluster Ion Control The unit controls the ratio of negative ions and positive ions depending on the condition of the room. • Clean Mode Approximately the same numbers of positive and negative ions are discharged. This mode is effective for reducing some airborne mold. • Ion Control Mode Plenty of negative ions exist in natural surroundings such as waterfalls or forests.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following: WARNING - To reduce the risk of electrical shock, fire or injury to persons: • Read all instructions before using the air purifier. • Use only a 220-240 volt outlet. • Do not use the air purifier if the power cord or plug is damaged or the connection to the wall outlet is loose. • Periodically remove dust from the power plug.
• During the operation of the product, please place the unit at least 2m away from equipments which involve electric wave such as televisions, radios or wave clocks, in case electrical interference occurs to such equipments. • Avoid a location where the sensors are exposed to direct wind. The unit may not operate properly. • Avoid locations where curtains, etc., come into contact with the intake or air outlet. Curtains, etc., may become dirty or a malfunction may occur.
PART NAMES MAIN UNIT DISPLAY Odor Sensor OFF Timer Display Indicator Lights AUTO Operation Indicator Light QUICK CLEAN operation Indicator Light Filter Indicator Light Remote Control Receiver Pollen Mode Indicator Light Plasmacluster Fan Speed Indicator Lights Indicator Light CLEAN-SIGN Light Odor Sensor Dust Sensor POWER ON/OFF Button See Page E-8 MODE Selection Button See Page E-8 Main Unit Filter Frame Band See Page E-7 HEPA Filter (blue/white) See Page E-7,13 (with Microbial Control Filter ) Washable
PREPARATION INSERTING BATTERIES IN THE REMOTE CONTROL uster Light 8 8 the back cover 1 Remove Press and slide the back cover to remove. batteries 2 Insert Insert batteries with and as shown below. ENGLISH 3 Close the back cover Battery Information • The battery life is about 1 year. • The batteries for this remote control are for initial use only . Change the batteries when necessary. • Incorrect usage of the batteries may cause battery fluid leakage and/or damage.
PREPARATION Be sure to remove the power plug from the wall outlet. FILTER INSTALLATION To maintain the quality of the filters, they are installed in the main unit within plastic bags. Be sure to remove the filters from the plastic bags before using the unit. 1 Remove the filters 1 Remove the Front Panel. Front Panel Pull the bottom of the Front Panel. out the Filter Frame and remove 2 Pull the Pre-Filter, Active Carbon Filter and HEPA Filter.
outlet. 2 Tabs Install the filters the HEPA Filter 1 Place within the Filter Frame with HEPA Filter the tabs facing up. Do not install the filter backwards or the unit will not operate properly. with the bands (2 places) facing up. ENGLISH the Active Carbon Filter 2 Place on top of the HEPA Filter Filter Frame Band Active Carbon Filter HEPA Filter Filter Frame the Pre-filter through 3 Place the bands (2 places) located Tabs (4 places) Band in the corners of the Active Carbon Filter.
OPERATION Main Unit Controls • • • • • • MAIN UNIT OPERATION Plasmacluster Indicator Light Filter Indicator Light Clean-Sign Light AUTO QUICK CLEAN POLLEN SILENT MEDIUM MAX MODE Selection Button Power ON/OFF Button 1 Power ON/OFF Button • Used to start operation (short beep) and stop operation (long beep) • Plasmacluster Indicator Light and Fan Speed Indicator Light turn on/off. • Unless unplug the power cord, the operation starts in the previous mode the unit was operated in.
DETERMINING THE BASE IMPURITY RATE For the first 30 seconds after the power plug is inserted into the wall outlet, the unit will check the conditions of the air. If operation is set to ON during this time, the CLEAN-SIGN LIGHT will alternately flash in green, orange and red. PLASMACLUSTER INDICATOR LIGHT Plasmacluster ion operation is selected using the remote control.
OPERATION REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION POWER ON/OFF Button • When you press the POWER ON/OFF Button, a short beep will sound and operation will start in AUTO Mode. • Unless unplug the power cord, the operation starts in the previous mode the unit was operated in. • To stop, press the POWER ON/OFF Button again. A long beep will sound and operation will stop. Transmitter Filter Reset Button When the Washable Active Carbon Filter is cleaned and reinserted into the main unit, press the Filter Reset Button.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE To maintain optimum performance of this air purifier, please clean the unit including the sensor and filters periodically. When cleaning the unit, be sure to unplug the power cord, and never handle the plug with wet hands. Electrical shock and/or bodily injury may occur as a result. Odor Sensor Dust Sensor Main Unit HEPA Filter Active Carbon Filter Pre Filter MAIN UNIT To prevent dirt or stains on the main unit, clean as often as necessary.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE WASHABLE ACTIVE CARBON FILTER CARE the filter outdoors 5 Dry if possible in a well HAND WASH ONLY! DO NOT TUMBLE DRY! ventilated area. Care Cycle When the Filter Indicator Light lights up, this indicates that the filter needs to be cleaned. If the unit is kept on 24 hours a day then the Filter Indicator Light will activate in about 2 months. The Filter Indicator Light is for reference. Clean the filter as often as necessary when odor persists.
FILTER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES Depending on the usage environment, air outlet odor may become strong after several months. If dust or odors cannot be removed easily, replace the filters. (Refer to HOW SHARP AIR PURIFIER WORKS E-3) Guide for filter replacement timing • The following filter life and replacement period is based on the condition of smoking 10 cigarettes per day and the dust collection/deodorization power is reduced by half compared with that of new filters.
TROUBLESHOOTING Before calling for repair, please review the list below, since the problem may not be a unit malfunction. SYMPTOM REMEDY (not a malfunction) The Remote Control does not work • Have the batteries been depleted? • Are the batteries inserted correctly? • Is a fluorescent lighting in the room flickering due to service life? Odors and smoke are not removed • Clean or Replace the filters if they appear to be heavily soiled.
SPECIFICATIONS Fan Speed Operation Model Power supply Fan speed level Rated power Air Flow Volume Applicable floor surface Cord Length Dimensions Weight FU-440E MAX 32 W 240 m3/hour 220-240V 50/60Hz MEDIUM 9W 120 m3/hour SILENT 3.0 W 30 m3/hour ~31m2* 2.5m 415mm(W)x200mm(D)x585mm(H) 6.7kg Standby Power In order to operate the electrical circuits while the power plug is inserted in the wall outlet, this product consumes about 0.7W of standby power.
A. Information on Disposal for Users (private households) 1. In the European Union Attention: If you want to dispose of this equipment, please do not use the ordinary dust bin! Attention: Your product is marked with this symbol. It means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste. There is a separate collection system for these products.
SERVICE PROCEDURE / SERVICE VORGEHENSWEISE SERVICE PROCEDURE - ONLY EFFECTIVE IN GERMANY Dear SHARP customer, SHARP machines are proprietary articles which are produced with precision and care according to most modern production methods. In case of proper handling and with considering of the instruction book, this machine will serve you well for a long time. Of course, a defect cannot be ruled out.
