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Troubleshooting Guide

(Continued)

Symptom

Solution

Check to see

Humidifying
performance is
inadequate when
operated in the
“Humidify” mode

Is the airflow rate set to “Auto”?

Depending on the place of installation and
conditions of use, water may not be consumed.
Set the operation mode to “Skin Moisturize”
and the airflow rate to “High” or “Max”.

Set the humidifying filter properly. If it is
dirty, clean or replace it.

Discharge water and then operate.

Is there water in the water tank

and water tray?

Drain the humidifying filter.

Is the humidifying filter wet with

water?

When operated in “Air
Purify”, “Pollen” or
“Strong Deodorization”
mode, air is humidified

Is the pre-filter or the filter

dirty?

Is the humidifying filter set

properly, or is it dirty?

Clean the pre-filter, referring to
“Pre-filter” in “Cleaning”.

P.E-21

Water leaks

Is the water tank set properly?

Set the water tank properly.

Is the tank cap closed firmly, or

the tank cap packing set securely?

Is the water tray cover closed

properly?

Close the tank cap firmly.

Close the water tray cover properly.

Is the humidifying filter set

securely?

Set the humidifying filter securely.

Is the purifier tilted, or was it

carried with water in the tank?

Is there an opening in the water

tank or water tray?

Place the purifier on a level, stable surface.
Avoid carrying the purifier with water in the tank.

Stop using the purifier immediately and
contact your dealer for repair.

Is there any leakage from the

water tank?

Stop using the purifier immediately and
contact your dealer for repair.

Indicator is dim

Is dimmer control activated?

Cancel the dimmer control setting.

The “Clean Humidifying
Filter” indicator does
not go off

Was the reset button pressed

after cleaning?

Press the reset button.

P.E-9

P.E-17

P.E-18

P.E-18-E-20

No humidifying
effect

Is the operation in any of the “Air Purify”,

“Pollen” or “Strong Deodorization” mode?

Change the operation mode to the “Humidify”
or “Skin Moisturize” mode.

Is the humidifying filter dirty?

Clean or replace the humidifying filter,
referring to the “Humidifying Filter” in “
Cleaning”.

Is there water in the water tank?

Fill the water tank with water.

E-9

E-11

E-19

“Air Sensor”
indicator is
kept blinking in
green.

Is there anything nearby that the

odor sensor might sense?

Any appliance generating combustion gas

Alcohol, cosmetics, sprays, etc.

Purifier may sense invisible gas component
that cannot be cleaned by filter and
continue operation. Ventilate the room by
opening window, etc.

Is odor sensor hole blocked by

dust or other obstacle?

Clean the odor sensor.

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E-22

P.E-11,E-12

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Summary of Contents for EP-A6000

Page 1: ...es On Water Tank Humidifying Filter Replacing Humidifying Filter Water Tray Tray Cover Pre ﬁlter Puriﬁer Body Dust sensor Filter Replacement Replacement Interval Precautions on Filter Handling Replacing the Filter Alert Display Troubleshooting Guide Replacement Parts Speciﬁcations Read the Safety Precautions P E 4 E 6 to ensure proper use E 2 E 4 E 7 E 8 E 8 E 9 E 9 E 10 E 10 E 10 E 11 E 12 E 13 E...

Page 2: ...ilter AAA R03 batteries for remote controller Remote controller Pre ﬁlter Filter Housed inside the puriﬁer Be sure to remove this ﬁlter from plastic bag before operating the puriﬁer dust ﬁlter x1 deodorizing ﬁlter x1 Filter assembly Allergen free HEPA filter Set this filter to the front side of the unit Deodorizing filter Nano power deodorizing filter Set this filter to the back side of the unit D...

Page 3: ...7 Press this button to start or stop eco operation Max button P E 13 Press this button to start max operation Airflow Button P E 12 Press this button to switch airflow rate Mode Button P E 11 Press this button to switch operation mode Timer Button P E 13 Press this button to set Off timer Sensor Setting Button P E 16 Press this button to switch sensor sensitivity Note The remote control may not wo...

Page 4: ...ort circuit resulting in a ﬁre Be sure to unplug the power cord from AC outlet when leaving air puriﬁer unused for an extended period of time Also drain the water tank and water tray Otherwise it may cause electric shock ﬁre or unpleasant odor Securely insert the power plug into AC outlet Otherwise it may cause electric shock ﬁre smoke emission and ignition Remove dust of the power plug periodical...

Page 5: ...gas such as insecticides It may cause a crack electric shock catching of ﬁre and explosion Do not let air puriﬁer intake inﬂammables lit cigarettes or incense It may cause a ﬁre Securely hold the grip when carrying air puriﬁer Dropping it may cause injury or damage to it Miscellaneous In case the unit becomes inoperative or anything abnormal such as smoke or unusual odor is noticed immediately unp...

Page 6: ... for the Hitachi Air Puriﬁer Other ﬁlters may cause unit failure Do not operate the unit when using fumigating smoking type insecticide Using such insecticide will cause chemicals to accumulate in the unit and to be emitted by subsequent operation which can be harmful to heath After using insecticide ventilate the room well before running the puriﬁer Do not allow water to freeze Water tank may be ...

Page 7: ...e unit failure The air purifier cannot remove hazardous substance in cigarettes carbon monoxide etc Ventilate closed room occasionally The air purifier does not have a ventilation effect Do not place anything on the air purifier body and do not block the air inlet or air outlet Acts of the sort may cause unit failure Do not touch or move the unit angle or lift the unit during operation Moving the ...

Page 8: ...in a plastic bag from inside the unit Install the Deodorizing filter Install the deodorizing filter so that its black surface faces the front white surface in the back Insert the filter all the way until the label deodorizing filter position indicator is hidden Note Be sure to take out the filter from a plastic bag Do not block the filter front face with cloth or paper Same precautions should be t...

Page 9: ...ver are equipped and then retract the tray Set the water tank into the water tank holder The humidifying filter absorbs water supplied from the water tank for humidifying operation Be sure to handle the water filled tank with both hands Press in the tank securely until it clicks Inadequate setting may cause the water tank to fall or result in water leakage CAUTION When you remove the water tank wa...

Page 10: ...r indicator and Humidity Level 50 indicator will blink You may start the operation in less than 3 minutes after plugging In this case too the Air Sensor and Humidity Level 50 indicators will continue to blink After 3 minutes the indicators will stop to blink and show the level of air contamination and humidity Blink Blink The Air Purify mode indicator is lit in green Lit in green Note If On Off bu...

Page 11: ...e concerns about room odor The odor sensor and dust sensor detects the degree of air contamination and switches to the operation with higher airflow than Air Purify mode During auto sensor operation airflow rate ranges from Low to Max In the first one minute Max airflow operation is performed regardless of the level of air contamination Room air humidity is controlled to approx 50 During auto sens...

Page 12: ...evel indicates 70 or higher According to the level of air contamination and humidity detected by the odor sensor dust sensor and humidity sensor airflow rate is automatically switched to an appropriate level Note So far as the water tank and water tray are filled with water humidifying function works in any of Air Purify Pollen and Strong Deodorization modes If you do not want humidifying function...

Page 13: ...ion the status before Max operation is resumed The operation with Max airflow will continue for about 5 minutes The airflow indicator blinks for 5 minutes Blink How to cancel Press button or button during operation Using Timer Operation will stop approx 4 hours after timer setting Off timer 4 hours is set The timer indicator is lit on How to set cancel Every time you press button Set and Cancel wi...

Page 14: ...r sensor dust sensor sensitivity setting as desired P E 16 In case the puriﬁer is installed in a place where air contamination is hard to detect or in case the sensor itself is not clean the indicator action may not change P E 25 Odor Sensor The sensor detects odor in air such as cigarette smoke or odor of pet animals Even when you feel the air is clean the purifier may continue the operation if t...

Page 15: ...ion in less than 3 minutes after plugging the power cord In this case too the Air Sensor and Humidity Level 50 indicators will continue to blink meaning the unit is checking room air condition After 3 minutes the indicators will show your room air conditions If you plug in the power cord under contaminated air condition the sensor sensitivity may be reduced In such a case perform High or Max opera...

Page 16: ...can be adjusted in 3 step fashion In each operation mode The airflow indicator will blink for 5 seconds While the airflow indicator is blinking The factory setting is Medium Present setting is shown by the airflow indicator that blinks for 5 seconds Every time you press the button the setting switches Use the tip of a ball point pen or the like press button press button Blink Medium Low High ...

Page 17: ...or 10 minutes or longer the fan stops for about 50 minutes and the unit intermittently operates at Silent airﬂow for about 10 minutes If this state continues more than 8 hours the unit automatically stops operation The mode is set to eco operation eco indicator is lit How to set cancel Every time you press button Set and Cancel will alternate The settings are stored On Silent operation Stop 10 min...

Page 18: ...ator will come on approx one month approx 720 hours after the start of use or after the reset button was pressed upon finishing previous cleaning Depending on the tap water used water scale may adhere earlier If the filter contamination is heavy clean the filter more than once a month before the Clean Humidifying Filter indicator is lit When you are done with cleaning press the reset button The Cl...

Page 19: ...environment dirt or odor may adhere to the humidifying filter even when the Humidify or Skin Moisturize mode is not performed When Humidify or Skin Moisturize mode is used be sure to pour tap water into the water tank Although the humidifying filter has been given anti bacterial and anti mold processing it may get slimy or moldy or may be discolored to pink red green brown or gray within a short p...

Page 20: ...nding on the quality of tap water used the humidifying ﬁlter may be consumed extremely early Detach the case and replace the humidifying ﬁlter To detach the case push the 3 tabs The humidifying filter is flammable Dispose of the filter according to local regulations Do not use any detergent Do not dispose of the humidifying filter case Humidifying ﬁlter Detach the case by opening in directions Tab...

Page 21: ... pre ﬁlter and then dry it in a well ventilated place not exposed to sunlight When you wash use a soft toothbrush or the like If you want to remove dust on the Dust ﬁlter deodorizing ﬁlter use a vacuum cleaner The Dust ﬁlter deodorizing ﬁlter is not washable The pre ﬁlter is a consumable part When damaged pre filter needs to be replaced purchase the replacement part Part No EP DV1000 002 Pre filte...

Page 22: ... humidity sensor using a vacuum cleaner attachment for cleaning shelves Then wipe off with a soft cloth Remote infrared receiver Panel Vacuum cleaner attachment for cleaning shelves Humidity sensor Remote infrared receiver Odor sensor Dust sensor section Dust sensor Cleaning guide every 3 6 months Wipe the lens with a cotton swab Remove the dust sensor cover Carry out the periodical cleaning every...

Page 23: ...nly Depending on the place of installation actual color of contaminated filter may differ from the color shown on this label When purifier intakes oily smoke carbon substance soot etc or when the smell of new building materials remains after a new house is built or the house is remodeled When used in stores such as in coffee shops game parlors barber shops beauty parlors or in offices or hotels in...

Page 24: ... hidden Install the pre filter Take a new deodorizing filter out of its plastic bag and install it on the unit CAUTION Be sure to take the ﬁlter out of its plastic bag Do not block the ﬁlter front surface with cloth or paper Same precautions should be taken for the dust ﬁlter as well Install the deodorizing ﬁlter so that its black surface faces the front white surface in the back Insert the ﬁlter ...

Page 25: ...er cord was plugged into AC outlet Change the airflow rate Or open a window and plug the power cord into AC outlet when ambient air is clean Is the purifier installed in a place out of reach of odor or dust Relocate the air purifier Is the operation in the Humidify mode Airflow rate will not decrease when humidity is low Is airflow rate switched Press the airflow button and select Auto Sensor or o...

Page 26: ...he tank Is there an opening in the water tank or water tray Place the purifier on a level stable surface Avoid carrying the purifier with water in the tank Stop using the purifier immediately and contact your dealer for repair Is there any leakage from the water tank Stop using the purifier immediately and contact your dealer for repair Indicator is dim Is dimmer control activated Cancel the dimme...

Page 27: ...m hygrometer reading There is no problem in performance even if the shutter is not fully opened This is normal Shutter is stopped midway It is a switching sound of the shutter This is normal Clicking noise during operation It is caused by vibration during operation This is normal Rocking water surface in the water tank The unit is in the demo mode Unplug the power cord once wait for a few seconds ...

Page 28: ...t 10kg Length of power cord Approx 1 8m Replacement Parts Separately Available Dust Filter Designate the replacement part No EP A6000 902 when ordering Pre filter Designate the replacement part No EP DV1000 002 when ordering Humidifying Filter Designate the replacement part No EP DX40E 908 when ordering The case is not included Tank Cap Designate the replacement part No EP BV60 017 when ordering D...

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