Air Purifying System Instructions

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UV-AIRE™ AIR PURIFYING SYSTEM

Model: UV-18X

READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH THE INSTALLATION

LEAVE THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WITH THE OWNER/OPERATOR OF THE DEVICE

AFTER

OPENING THE CARTON, UNPACK AND INSPECT THE UNIT AND LAMP FOR DAMAGE.

DO NOT INSTALL THIS UNIT IF ANY DAMAGE IS NOTICEABLE.

SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS

WARNING: Never expose eyes or skin to UVC light from any source.

• Looking directly at the UVC light may cause permanent eye damage or blindness.

• Never operate the UV-Aire™ Air Purifying System out of the plenum.

• Designed for a closed duct system. Do not mount near a return air opening

• All duct openings in direct line of site of the UV light must be sealed with duct tape or equivalent sealing

methods.

WARNING: UV light will break down plastic materials not rated for UV exposure:

(Examples: wire insulation, flex duct, drain pans and humidifiers)

• The unit must be mounted at least 30” from the above stated type of materials.

• If it is necessary to mount the unit in direct line of site of these types of materials, they must be shielded

with aluminum foil, aluminum foil tape, or sheet metal.

WARNING: DO NOT mount this unit outdoors.

• This product is designed for indoor installation only (i.e. attics, crawl spaces, basements, etc.).

ITEMS INCLUDED IN KIT:

1-UV-Aire™ power unit

4-Sheet metal mounting screws

2-Angled mounting brackets

2-Flat mounting brackets

1-Duct board mounting bracket

2-Ultra Violet lamps

1-Instruction Sheet

2-Wing nuts

Caution Labels

Gasket

UV-C light inhibits the growth and reproduction of germs and bacteria that circulate through a

homes’ heating and air conditioning system. The treatment is a safe, silent, and proven way

to make your home a healthier place to live.

Summary of content (8 pages)

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UV-AIRE™ AIR PURIFYING SYSTEM Model: UV-18X ITEMS INCLUDED IN KIT: 1-UV-Aire™ power unit 4-Sheet metal mounting screws 2-Angled mounting brackets 2-Flat mounting brackets 1-Duct board mounting bracket 2-Ultra Violet lamps 1-Instruction Sheet 2-Wing nuts Caution Labels Gasket UV-C light inhibits the growth and reproduction of germs and bacteria that circulate through a homes’ heating and air conditioning system. The treatment is a safe, silent, and proven way to make your home a healthier place to live.
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I. INDICATION FOR USE II. This product is not sold as a medical device and is not for the purpose of diagnosis of any disease or condition nor for use in the mitigation, treatment, or prevention of any disease or condition. GENERAL INFORMATION There are different size units available, depending on the square footage of your home. determining your homes needs. See chart below for Model Minimum Duct Width Volts Amps Hz Watts Max Air Temp °F Lamp Intensity at 1 meter Recommended Max Sq.
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2. Determine the type of duct you have. (For flex duct applications, refer to Figure 21 on page 8) IF YOU HAVE METAL DUCT: a. Apply supplied wet and stick mounting template to air duct in either a vertical or horizontal position as shown in Figure 2. b. Drill 1/8” diameter mounting holes at positions indicated on template. c. Cut out rectangular hole on template using a pair of tin snips or jigsaw. (See Figure 2) Remove template. IF YOU HAVE DUCT BOARD: a.
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3. Remove base unit and cover from box. 4. Apply supplied “Duct Seal Kit” according to instructions included in kit. (See Figure 12) Figure 12 5. Determine whether to use flat or angled bracket. (Refer to UV-Aire Configurations in Section III for aid in this decision) a. Flat Bracket Installation i. ii. Remove the two hex nuts and flat bracket from included bagged hardware. Install the flat bracket and secure to the unit base with the hex nuts provided. (See Figure 13) Figure 13 b.
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8. Insert lamp through hole until lamp cannot be inserted any further. (See Figure 16) Figure 16 9. Swing swivel bracket over end of lamp. Hand-tighten the wing nut on stud. (See Figure 17) Be careful not to over tighten the wing nut. The porcelain at the lamp base may crack when over tightened. Figure 17 10. Plug ballast plug into end of lamp. (See Figure 18) Figure 18 11. Replace cover on unit. Tighten side screws. (See Figure 19 & 20) 12. Plug the power cord into a standard electrical outlet.
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IV. BULB MOUNTING BRACKET SELECTION AND INSTALLATION The UV-AIRETM units come with an angled mounting bracket and flat mounting bracket to position the bulb either straight or at an angle. Choose one or the other bracket method best suited for your needs. Refer to the configurations chart below when making your selection. UV-Aire™ Configurations Patent Pending 45° Installation Double Lamp (Angled Bracket) Angle option allows longer lamps to fit in smaller ducts.
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V. MAINTENANCE 1. Inspect and clean lamp at least every 6 months. 2. Replace your UV-Aire™ Air Purifying System lamp once a year to maintain the lamps maximum output intensity. The lamp should operate continuously for maximum lamp life and light effectiveness. VI. REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE VERY IMPORTANT: Turn switch on unit to ‘OFF’ position and unplug unit from outlet. 1. Loosen two side screws on unit. Remove cover. 2. Unplug ballast plug from end of lamp. 3. Remove wing nut on swivel bracket.
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IX. FLEX DUCT INSTALLATION For installations on duct systems with a metallic main duct and flex duct branches, follow the instructions in figure 21 below. Figure 21 Limited Warranty Field Controls, L.L.C. warrants that the following Field Controls, L.L.C. products sold hereunder, shall be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for eighteen (18) months from date of manufacturing by the consumer excepting the provisions numbered below. UV-LAMPS/BULBS Field Controls, L.L.C.