Sharp FU-40SES Operation Manual - Page 15

GUIDE FOR LIFE OF FILTERS • The replacement period differs depending on the usage hours and location of installation. • Some of the odor ingredients adsorbed by the filters become separated and are discharged through the exhaust port as odor. Depending on the usage environment, this odor may become strong in several months and the exhaust port may smell. If dust or odors cannot be removed easily, replace the filters. (Refer to page1, FOR UNDERSTANDING THE PRODUCT) Guide for filter replacing timing • The following is a guide from JEM 1467 by Japan Electrical Manufacturers Association in Japan, and in JEM 1467, the replacement period is set as when smoking 10 cigarettes per day and the dust collection/deodorization power is reduced by half than that of new filters. • HEPA filter About 5 years after opening • Stamina-power carbon About 5 years after opening • The filter timer lamp is programmed to light in about 5 years, when using the unit for 12 hours everyday, in order to indicate accumulated usage time of the guide above. • The filter timer lamp is to be used only as a guide. • The operation hours are kept in memory even when removing the power plug for transportation to another room, etc. ENGLISH REPLACING THE FILTERS 1 See page 8 "Installing the filters" for the replacement method. 2 After replacing the filters: Be sure to press the Reset button on the remote control with the power plug inserted in the wall outlet. A short beep will be heard and the operation hours stored in the memory will be reset. If the filter replacement lamp is on, the lamp will turn off. 3 Fill in the usage start date of the filters on the date label included with the replacement filters. Affix the label on top of the replacement label that is already on the back of the front panel. Replacement filters • HEPA filter: 1 unit • Stamina-power carbon: 1 unit Model: FZ-40SEF Please ask for replacement filters at your dealer of purchase. Cautions concerning the disposal of filters Please dispose of replaced filters according to the local disposal laws and regulations. HEPA filter materials: • Filter: Polypropylene • Frame: Polyester Stamina-power carbon materials: • Deodorizer: Activated charcoal • Frame: Polyester E-13