Uniq air purifier User’s manual
© UniqAir 2022 Document rev. 1.1 Uniq V1, App versions: • • Android: 42.0 iOS: 0.0.7 UniqAir reserves the right to make changes.
Sisällys 1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 2 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 3 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 3 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 3.
1 Safety instructions Read this manual carefully before use. Use the device only as instructed in this manual. The operating instructions do not cover all possible operating situations or conditions. The manufacturer is not liable for personal injury or damage to property resulting from improper use. General safety instructions: • Only use UniqAir approved filters and replacement parts. • Do not block or cover the air inlet or outlet. • Do not insert items or fluids into the air inlet or outlet.
2 Product description UniqAir Uniq is an efficient air purifier designed for indoor air. The Uniq air purifier can be controlled manually, or by mobile device via a WiFi connection. It pulls air in through an encircling steel filter and blows clean air out through the rims of the glass front surface.
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2.4 Manufacturer information UniqAir Oy www.uniqair.fi Tuomikatu 28 info@uniqair.fi 53810 Lappeenranta FINLAND 2.5 Controls/buttons 1) WiFi button, also acts as a WPS/WiFi indicator light 2) -button, turn the power down 3) Power range indicator, LED lights 4) MAX power range indicator, full power is on when the LED light is on 5) -button, turn the power up 6) Timer button, lights up when the timer is activated. Timer control with mobile app only.
3 Activation and manual operation NOTE! The device should only be used in dry, indoor spaces. The device must not be used in a space where explosive or flammable materials are handled, or in an ATEX-classified space. 3.1 3.2 Tips for use • The air purifier’s capacitive touchscreen buttons work best when gently touched with the entire fingertip so that the finger covers the edges of the button. • We recommend using the air purifier around the clock, including on weekends.
3.3 Attaching the stand or wall mount NOTE! Two holes have been made in the base of the device for the stand or wall mount. a) Stand 1. Place the device on a flat surface with the glass panel facing down. NOTE! The glass is easily scratched. Use a cloth or similar means to provide a soft surface, if necessary. 2. Use two screws to attach the stand that came with the product package to the base of the device. See the picture below. b) Wall mount (optional) 1.
3.4 Positioning the device Uniq is easy to place anywhere indoors: resting on its arc-mount (stand) on the floor or surface, or installed on its (optional) wall mount. To ensure the greatest effectiveness, make sure that the air flow is as unobstructed as possible in front and on the sides of the device. If possible, place the device so that no wall, cabinet or other furniture impedes airflow in the vicinity of the device. 3.5 Connecting the power cord 1. Check that the power cord is externally intact.
3.6 Switching on the device When the air purifier is plugged in for the first time, it will automatically run through its start cycle as follows: 1. The device will search for a WiFi connection. The blue WPS/WiFi indicator will flash for up to 20 seconds. 2. If no previously known network is found, the indicator light will turn yellow for 3s. 3. The device will search for a WPS signal. The WPS/WiFi indicator will flash purple for 2 minutes. 4.
4 Using a mobile device to control the air purifier You can operate your Uniq air purifier from a mobile device by connecting both devices to the same WLAN router at 2.4 GHz. Follow these instructions to set up mobile control. 1. Download and install the control app on your mobile device from your device’s app store. Apps from different stores: • Google Play: App for Uniq • App Store: UniqAir 2. Plug in the power cord. The air purifier will start and begin searching for a WiFi connection.
8. The WPS/WiFi LED will flash red for 3 minutes, during which you can add the purifier in question to the App for Uniq/UniqAir app. • Make sure that the Uniq air purifier and mobile device are connected to the same WLAN. 9. Press the “+” key in the App for Uniq/UniqAir app to add the air purifier. Follow the instructions in the app. 10. When the air purifier has been successfully added to the app, the WPS/WiFi indicator on the purifier will turn green for 2s and then remain blue. 11.
5 Service and maintenance IMPORTANT! Turn the device off and unplug the power cord before performing any maintenance. The fan will not stop rotating immediately: after switching the device off, wait a moment before starting maintenance work. 5.1 Replacing the prefilter We recommend a prefilter change interval of 4-6 months when the device is in continuous use. The prefilter can also be vacuumed and/or washed if necessary, enabling a longer change interval.
5.4 Recycling NOTE! Always follow local regulations when disposing of the device, its parts or the transport packaging. Transport packaging The transport packaging of the air purifier is completely recyclable. Sort the packaging parts (cardboard, plastic) into the appropriate collection containers. Prefilters Dispose of used prefilters as energy waste. Main filters We recommend that you return used main filters to your UniqAir contact person or reseller.
6 Troubleshooting 1. The front panel touchscreen buttons do not respond and/or the fan does not start or adjust • Unplug and reconnect the power cord. If this does not help, reset the device as described in section 6.1. 2. WPS/WiFi connection fails • Keep the power cord plugged in. Press the WiFi button and timer button on the front panel in quick succession. The device will restart and rerun the WiFi network search process from the beginning.
7 Directives and certificates UniqAir Uniq meets the product requirements of the following directives set by the European Union: • Radio equipment directive (2014/53/EU) • Machinery Directive (2006/42/EC) • Restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (2011/65/EU, Amending Directives (EU) 2017/2102 and (EU) 2015/863) Additionally, the device has been awarded the Key Flag as a sign of Finnish know-how.
8 8.1 ANNEXES WiFi light colors, troubleshooting The device is turned on for the first time, or the device is restarted by unplugging the power cord. Blue light flashes Automatic WiFi connection search. This takes 20s. If a known WiFi network is detected, the indicator light will turn blue. If no known WiFi network is detected, the LED will turn yellow for 3s, after which a WPS search will start automatically. Purple light flashes A WPS signal is being retrieved from the router.
WiFi not connected Yellow light is lit Purple light flashes The device is not connected to a WiFi network, but the search can be activated manually → press the WPS/WiFi button to activate the search. Searches for WPS for two minutes. Press the WPS button on the WLAN router to activate the function. If there is no router or a WPS is missing→ error connecting to the network. WPS/WiFi indicator remains yellow.
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8.3 Warranty conditions These warranty conditions apply to all new UniqAir air purifiers. 1. UniqAir air purifiers have a manufacturer's warranty. 2. The warranty is two (2) years from the date of delivery of the product. 3. The warranty covers defects and faults that occur during the warranty period due to manufacturing defects or faults in the product’s materials. 4. The warranty only applies to air purifiers used indoors or in equivalent weather-protected conditions to filter air impurities.
8.4 Replacing the main filter 1. Unplug the air purifier. 2. Place the purifier on a flat surface with the glass panel facing down. NOTE! If you place the air purifier on a hard surface, you should protect the glass panel with a cloth or other soft material.
3. Using a cross-head screwdriver, turn the rear cover quick-release screws (4 screws) 90 degrees counterclockwise, until the screws pop out. 4. After loosening all four quick-release screws, lift the back cover vertically upwards. NOTE! The quick-release screws should remain in the holes in the back cover. 5. Remove the EPP disc from on top of the filter and lift the filter out of the air purifier. 6. If necessary, replace or wash the pre-filter fitted around the outer circumference of the main filter. 7.
