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Filter spectrum
Dust / dust mite / particulates / bird dust, bacteria, germs / viruses, pollen and other allergens,
mildew, mold spores, cigarette smoke, chemicals and volatile organic compounds (VOCs), as well as
smells.
What does HEPA mean?
HEPA signifies High Efficiency Particulate Air. HEPA filters are the most effective filters that can be
found on the market. Clean Air Optima true HEPA filters catch 99.97% of all particulate matter with
the size of 3 microns or bigger passing through the filter.
What does CADR mean?
CADR or Clean Air Delivery Rate describes the amount of purified air (measured in cubic feet per
minute or CFM) that an air purifier can deliver to a room. A high CADR shows a high capacity to
deliver purified and clean air to the room.
CADR: 112 (cigarette smoke) – CADR: 131 (dust) – CADR: 123 (pollen)
What is AHAM
AHAM (Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers) is an independent organisation that checks the
test results of household appliances like air purifiers. AHAM is located in the US and certifies to the
client that the Clean Air Delivery Rate (CADR) has been verified independently and is conform to
ANSI /AHAM -1 “Method for measuring the performance of portable air purifiers”.
Ask your retailer or your municipality for updated information regarding the disposal of the packaging
and of the device.