How to Clean EcoQuest Living Air Purifiers
An air purifier is a machine that removes contaminants and dust from the air in a home. An air purifier is commonly used by individuals who suffer from allergies and asthma, as well as those wanting to breathe clean air. An air purifier must be cleaned regularly to remove all of the dust and lint that builds up in the machine's filters. If the machine is not cleaned, the dust can blow back out into the air. An EcoQuest Living Air purifier should be cleaned every 30 days. If the unit is not properly maintained and cleaned, the manufacturer's warranty could be void. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Unplug the EcoQuest Living Air Purifier.
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Unscrew the screws holding the front and back grills in place with a screwdriver. Pull off the front grill. Push the tabs on the back to release the back grill.
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Remove two thumb screws on the back of the unit holding the lint screen in place. Twist the thumb screws by hand to remove them. Gently pull out the lint screen.
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Clean the lint screen. Use a vacuum or shop vacuum to suck away all of the lint and dust on the screen. Place the screen under warm water to wash away any remaining lint. Allow the screen to air-dry.
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Use a vacuum or shop vacuum to remove dust from the RCI cell. The RCI cell is the large rectangle at the top of the unit, located directly behind the lint screen.
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Remove the purifier plate by pulling it out the back side of the unit. The purifier plate is a square plate located behind the lint filter.
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Clean the purifier plate. Mix equal parts water and ammonia. Lay the plate flat in a sink or bowl. Pour enough of the mixture over the purifier plate to barely submerge the purifier plate. Allow the plate to sit in the mixture for 10 minutes. Remove the plate from the mixture and scrub any remaining residue off using a soft-bristled brush. Allow the purifier plate to air-dry for 24 hours.
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Use a vacuum or shop vacuum to remove all dust and lint from the front and back grills.
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Reassemble the unit. Slide the purifier plate back into its place in the back of the unit. Hold the lint screen in place. Insert the two thumb screws into the holes. Secure them by twisting by hand. Push the back grill into place. It will snap when secure. Insert the screws into the holes on the side of the back grill and secure into place using a screwdriver. Place the front grill back on the unit. Line up the holes, insert the screws and use a screwdriver to screw them tightly into place.
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Wipe the exterior of the unit with a damp cloth to remove any dust.
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