Oreck Air3000 Owners Guide - Page 8

TROUBLESHOOTING CHECK LIST Many times questions that appear to be major can be solved quite easily. The chart below lists potential questions/ problems and how to correct them. Remember, check the simple things first. CONDITION WHAT TO CHECK WHAT TO DO Unit fails to turn on. 1.Power cord 2.On/Off switch 3.Cabinet Top is properly installed . 4.Cell is properly installed. 1.Plug in power cord. 2.Set On/Off switch for desired blower speed. 3. Refer to 'To Replace Cabinet Top." 4.Use directions on the side of the cell. Aluminum pre-filter will face the front grille. Cell handle must be flipped toward the back of the cell. Unit does not Ionizer-Collector remove Cell pollutants/ Reduced air flow 1.Plastic bag covering Germastat® after-filter not removed. Refer to "Preparing For Operation". 2.Wash ionizer-collector cell by following the directions listed in 'To Clean Cell". Operate unit for one week, remove the cell and look at the cell. It operating correctly, the cell will have a collection of "adhered pollutants" attached to the plates of the cell. (Should look like a thin layer of fine dust on cell plates ) Unit sparks, crackles and pops. Ionizer-Collector Cell 1.Collection cell may be dirty/not dry. 2.Wash ionizer-collector cell. Make sure cell is thoroughly dry. 3.Check for broken ionizing wires or bent plates. Repair or replace as necessary. Unit still does not operate properly Recheck the above points Have unit serviced. NOTES: 1.Discoloration of aluminum collector cell plates is normal with use, even after cleaning. 2.Blowing smoke directly into the front grille is not a test for unit performance. 6