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.
Do not pull on the power cord when
unplugging the unit.
Do not tie or knot the power cord when unit
is in operation.
If the unit becomes submerged in water,
unplug it and contact customer service.
Do not unplug or move the unit while in
operation.
Do not plug additional appliances into the
same outlet or power supply.
Do not touch the plug with wet hands.
Unplug the unit when not in operation for
extended periods of time.
Do not place around heating elements.
Do not use around mist or fumes from
industrial oil or around large quantities of
metallic dust.
The cord can become damaged by forcefully
bending, pulling, twisting, bundling, pinching
or placing heavy objects on it.
Do not install in any sort of motor or
transport vehicle (trucks, boats, ships,
etc.).
Do not place in an area with excessive
amounts of noxious gases.
Do not place near any flammable materials
(aerosols, fuel, gases, etc.).
Do not have the unit facing into wind or
drafts.
Do not place below any electrical outlet.
Do not place in excessively humid areas
where the unit may become wet.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock,
do not use this fan with any solid-state
speed control device.
Do not place unit closer than 12 inches
from the wall during operation. It may
cause condensation on the wall and the
surrounding area.
SAFETY AND CAUTIONS
Before operating this equipment, carefully read and
follow these safety cautions.
Ensure filters are inserted before running unit.
Running the unit without filters may shorten the
lifespan of the unit and cause electric shock or
injury.
Be sure foreign objects are NOT inserted into the
vents on the unit.
Objects can include pins, rods, and coins.
Do not touch any part of the interior of the unit
with wet hands.
The high voltage may cause electric shock.
Ensure unit intake and outlet vents do not become
blocked.
Blockage may lead to increased internal
temperatures, causing product failure and
deformation.
Do not use the unit as a step stool or place heavy
objects on it.
Personal injury may occur or product failure and
deformation.
When turning the product upside down, install the
filter with care in the direction that the bottom
(blocked) side of the filter is visible from the top.
If the filter direction is not installed properly, it may
cause product damage and user injury.
W A R N I N G
Follow these instructions to reduce the risk of
serious injury or death and to reduce risk of
damaging the unit.
• If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced
with a special cord. Assembly available from the
manufacturer or its service agent.
• This appliance is not intended for use by
a person (including children) with reduced
physical sensory or mental capabilities, or lack
of experience and knowledge, unless they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
• This unit is not intended to be used to preserve
documents or in art conservation.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Thank you for purchasing a Winix air purifier. This product is for household use only.
• Do not repair or modify the unit. All repairs
should be completed by a qualified technician.
• The plug for this unit is polarized with one blade
wider than the other. Do not force the plug into
an electrical outlet. Do not alter the plug in
any way. If the plug does not fit into the outlet,
reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a
qualified technician to install a proper outlet.
• Do not use if the power cord or plug is damaged
or the connection to the wall outlet is loose.
• Use AC 120 V only.
• Do not damage, break, forcefully bend, pull, twist,
bundle, coat, pinch, or place heavy objects on
the power cord.
• Periodically remove dust from the power plug.
This will reduce the risk of shock due to humidity
build up.
• Remove the power plug from the outlet before
cleaning the unit. When removing the power
plug, grasp by holding the plug itself, never hold
by the cord.
• If the power plug is damaged, it must be replaced
by the manufacturer or a qualified technician.
• Remove the power plug from the outlet when not
in use.
• Do not handle the power plug with wet hands.
• Do not operate the unit when using indoor
smoke-generating insecticides.
• Do not clean unit with benzene or paint thinner.
Do not spray insecticides on the unit.
• Do not use the unit where it is humid or where
the unit may become wet, such as the bathroom.
• Do not insert fingers or foreign objects into air
intake or outlet.
• Do not use the unit near flammable gases. Do
not use near cigarettes, incense, or other spark-
creating items.
• Unit will not remove carbon monoxide emitted
from heating appliances or other sources.
IMPORTANT CAUTIONS FOR USING YOUR AIR PURIFIER
WARNING:
Follow the instructions in this manual to reduce the risk of electric shock, short circuit, and/or fire.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS FOR USING YOUR AIR PURIFIER
• Do not block the intake or outlet vents.
• Do not use near hot objects, such as a stove.
• Do not use where the unit may come into contact with steam.
• Do not use the unit on its side.
• Keep away from products that generate oily residue, such as a deep fryer.
• Do not use detergent to clean the unit.
• Do not operate without a filter.
• Do not wash and reuse the True HEPA Filter.
• Hold the handle on the back of the unit to transport.
• Do not hold by the front panel.
• Do not stick any small objects in the air outlet vents or fan.
TWO YEARS WARRANTY
The terms of the warranty are as follows.
1. This product is manufactured under stringent
quality control and inspections.
2. The warranty will be voided if product failure
is a result of negligence or misuse by the
consumer.
3. A proof of purchase must be presented upon
claiming a Product Warranty.
4. Store the proof of purchase in a safe place or
register your product on winixamerica.com to
upload your proof of purchase.
5. This warranty is valid only in the USA and
Canada.
* for more information visit
https://winixamerica.com/terms-and-conditions/
Product Name
Air Purifier
Model Name
A231 / A230
Purchase Date
Warranty Period
Two (2) Years
Place of Purchase
Place of Purchase
tel.
Customer
Address
Name
Tel.
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio
or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the dealer or on experienced radio / TV technician for help.
This device contains license-exempt transmitter(s) / receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science
and Economic Development Canada's license-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
• This device may not cause interference.
• This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation
of the device.
"In French: Cet appareil contient des émetteurs/récepteurs exemptés de licence et conformes
aux normes Innovation, Science et Economic. RSS(s) sans licence de Développement Canada. Le
fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes:
• cet appareil ne doit pas causer d’interférences nuisibles, et
• cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence reçue, y compris les interférences pouvant provoquer un
fonctionnement non souhaité."
A231 / A230 USER MANUAL
AIR PURIFIER
• The product warranty is printed on the back of this guide. This product is manufactured for use
only in USA / CA. This product is suitable for 120 V only.
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