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What is an Air Cleaner or Air Purifier?

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A device containing a filtering mechanism (filter), which is designed and used for collecting airborne impurities, such as, dusts, gases, smokes and fumes through the use of filters, electrostatic cells and/or absorbents. Typically an air cleaner has a motor blower.
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Where is my air cleaner?

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Snowblowers do not have air filters. Normal operating conditions are essentially dust free. Your air intake is ducted such that it is shielded from flying debris and the muffler serves to preheat intake air. Air filters would also be prone to icing.
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Do I Need An Air Purifier?

Nordic Pure: Frequently Asked Questions
effective as our air filters are in controlling airborne particulates throughout the home, it is simply impossible to rid your indoor air of all the potentially harmful particulate that could be present in your indoor air. As a result, we strongly suggest the addition to various areas of your home where odors or allergens are most likely to accumulate.
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What is the purpose of an air purifier?

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According to the E.P.A. (Environmental Protection Agency), indoor air may be 2-5 times more polluted than outdoor air. With Americans spending up to 90 percent more times indoors, indoor air quality is a huge concern. Air purifiers assist to remove impurities in the air we breathe. For example: dust, pollen, pet dander, smoke, mold spores, and other airborne pollutants. Most air purifiers use a woven material to capture particles as they try to pass through.
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Will this smoke air purifier take care of odors?

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Yes. The electrostatic process is capable of removing a moderate amount of odor through precipitation. As particulate matter is given an electrostatic charge, odor molecules can get drawn into this static field as well, hence removing them from the air stream.
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Having the appropriate air purifier will definitely make a difference in the air quality of the property; but it is not the solution to a contamination problem. If mold remediation is required it cannot be avoided by using an air purifier. EcoTech is a distributor for industry leading air purification systems, please ask your inspector for information about an air purifiers that is right for your specific situation.
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Air Purifiers FAQ
If you suffer from allergies (especially if you're allergic to dust), then the best place for an air purifier is your bedroom. It's essential to have clean air in your bedroom because you spend about a third of your life there.
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How often do I replace the filter in my air purifier?

RPS Products Best Air - Frequently Asked Questions
A HEPA filter should be replaced every 12 months or so, depending on often you use your air purifier. A carbon filter should be replaced every 3 months, again depending on your usage. If you are unsure, refer to the manufacturer’s user manual.
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How do I register my Oreck Air Purifier?

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Oreck products can be registered by filling out a form online. Click here to complete a product registration.
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Does the smoke air cleaner have to run all the time?

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The SE400 and SE800 are designed to run 24/7, but in most cases, they will not need to run constantly. A good practice is to turn the air cleaner(s) on high speed prior to opening time, to get a head start on air circulation ? this helps reduce the chance of your air cleaning equipment having to play "catch-up." Once patrons start rolling in, you may choose to reduce the air cleaner fan speed if high speed is not necessary.
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How many square feet will one air cleaner cover?

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Generally speaking, for an adequate air exchange rate, you can expect up to 500 sq. ft. coverage for the SE400E, and around 700 sq. ft. for the SE800E. - based on moderate concentration levels w/ 8 ft. ceilings. Individual results will vary based on environmental variables. To find out how many of which air cleaner you need, try our air cleaner calculator in the Buyer's Guide.
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Is the air cleaner noisy to operate?

AustinAir FAQ's
Depending on the fan setting used, the noise level ranges from less than 50 to 65 decibels, or from the sound of a whisper to the sound of a normal conversation. No. Austin's Air cleaners do not produce ozone, ions, or negative ions. Ozone is active oxygen and can be dangerous to people's health. This is especially true for people with respiratory problems such as asthma emphysema, and bronchitis.
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Where should Electrolux Air cleaner be placed?

Electrolux Z7040 Frequently asked questions
air cleaner should be placed in the room in which you spend the most time, which often means the bedroom. You can also move Electrolux Air cleaner into the room where you happen to be. It should, however, not be used in a damp environment such as a bathroom. Electrolux Air cleaner should be placed in the open, close to the middle of a wall. It should not be placed underneath a table or any other surface that could block the flow of clean air that blows out of the top of the unit.
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Do you need more than one air cleaner in a house?

Electrolux Z7040 Frequently asked questions
air cleaner has its greatest effect in the room where it is placed. It also cleans a portion of the air in other rooms. If you want maximum cleaning effect in more than one room, you should have an air cleaner in each of them.
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How is the Austin Air Cleaner Constructed?

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The entire body of the Austin Air Cleaner is solid steel, which has been welded together to prevent any rattle caused by motor vibration. The paint is a powder coating, which is baked on at 450 degrees. This process eliminates any odor or gas emissions and increases durability.
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What if I don't have enough clearance above my drop ceiling to fit a commercial air cleaner?

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There's always enough clearance for a Trion SE400 or SE800. The unique design allows the air cleaner to install at any depth in your drop ceiling. The mounting bracket is adjustable, and the sides of the air cleaner are smoothly finished - allowing a good looking installation into any drop ceiling height.
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Can a smoke air cleaner install into my building's attic crawl space?

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Sometimes yes, sometimes no. It depends if there is space between ceiling joists. You need at least 24 inches opening between joists for the air cleaner. If you have adequate clearance, an attic crawlspace installation is similar to the drop ceiling scenario. Cut the appropriate sized hole in the ceiling material and finish the edges with the supplied trim. You'll need to use mounting hardware to support the weight of the unit from a suitable part of your building's framework.
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What are the different types of air purifier filters?

RPS Products Best Air - Frequently Asked Questions
This type of air filter can theoretically remove at least 99.97% of dust, pollen, mold, bacteria and any airborne particles with a size of 0.3 microns. Particles that are smaller or larger are trapped with even higher efficiency. HEPA-Like Filter – a HEPA-“like” filter may be able to trap some airborne particles, but does not do so at the rating of a true HEPA filter.
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Is the Oreck Air Purifier an ozone generator?

Oreck UK - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
No, the Oreck Air Purifier is not an ozone generator because it does not rely on ozone as part of the cleaning process. Ozone is a natural by-product of many electrical appliances. The Air Purifier’s Air Revitaliser also produces very low levels of ozone, and can be turned on or off with a switch located on the front of the unit. Any ozone produced by the Air Revitaliser does not impact the Air Purifier’s cleaning efficiency.
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Is ozone an air purifier or a contaminant?

FAQ about IAQ and UVC
It is true that UVC will produce ozone at low frequencies. The UVC devices that IAQ - Energy Solutions handles attenuate all frequencies below 200 nanometers so that no ozone is produced. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration: "Ozone, to be effective as a bactericide or deodorizer, must be present in concentrations far greater than that which can be safely tolerated by man or other animals." According to the U.S.
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What does the Xygen Air Purifier do?

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The FTI Xygen Air Purifier is an efficient, high-quality air cleaner that circulates air with a virtually silent fan. The unit operates on a cycle of 2-hrs, 4-hrs, or 8-hrs, as set by the user. It operates on 3 watts of power, making it a very low cost unit to operate. Costly replacement filters are not required.
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How does an air purifier work?

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There are various different technologies available but in most cases this is how an air purifier works. First the polluted or ‘dirty’ air is sucked into the air purifier via its air intake. There are air purifiers that have a washable pre-filter right at the start of the process to help remove larger particles but this is not always the case. The air is then passed through a carbon filter which is used to eradicate odors and again take out larger particles from the air.
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How do I know an air purifier is working?

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It is hard to know if an air purifier is working and cleaning your air effectively until you go to swap out your air purifiers filter and see how dirty it has gotten. Even at this point you will not be able to truly know how well your air purifier is working because all of the microscopic particles are too small to see.
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Will an air purifier help with odors?

Airtegra Questions & Answers
Air purifiers are primarily designed for particulate reduction. Odors are often absorbed and re-emitted by a home's furnishings.. They are also difficult to control if the source remains present. You should not buy an air purifier primarily for odor control, but for its air purification capabilities, which are far more beneficial to you.
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What are some signs of a quality air purifier?

Airtegra Questions & Answers
First and foremost, look for the Underwriter's Laboratories (UL) seal. Secondly, focus on a unit with multiple advanced technologies. Make sure that the product does not have a "sanitizer" function; this usually means the unit is an ozone-producer. Lastly, try to buy directly from the manufacturer and not simply a dealer. When you buy an Airtegra, you are buying direct from the manufacturer and thus are guaranteed the absolute lowest price.
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Should I keep an air purifier running constantly?

Bed Bath & Beyond FAQ's
During allergy season, it's best to keep it running 24 hours. Obviously, factors such as open windows, pets and smoking will dictate your decision. If these are factors in your home, you will want to run your purifier constantly for maximum effectiveness.
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How loud does an air purifier get?

Bed Bath & Beyond FAQ's
its highest level it sounds like a big fan, and at its lowest it's barely noticeable. This is the recommended level during sleep time.
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